Serie A giants Juventus have reportedly enquired about 23-year-old Chelsea defender Benoit Badiashile ahead of the January transfer window.
According to a report by Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport, Benoit Badiashile is the subject of interest from Juventus. The Serie A giants are scouring the market for a centre-back ahead of the January transfer window after losing Juan Cabal to a season-ending injury. So, the 23-year-old Chelsea defender has emerged as one of the targets for the Bianconeri.
Benoit Badiashile and his frustrating Chelsea spell
Benoit Badiashile established himself as one of the best young defenders in the world during his spell with AS Monaco. A native of Limoges, the Frenchman spent his formative years in his homeland, passing through the academies at three clubs and graduating from the youth division at AS Monaco.
Chelsea signed the 23-year-old from AS Monaco in January 2023, and he would have hoped for a bright future at the West London club. However, Badiashile has struggled to make his mark at Stamford Bridge, with game time coming at a premium. That has been the case this term, with the youngster managing only 667 minutes of game time across eight outings in all competitions.
However, Badiashile’s stock in the market remains high, and a move to Serie A might be on the cards. Recent reports have claimed that the French international is a target for Inter Milan. However, the Nerazzurri will face stiff competition from fellow Italian top-flight outfit Juventus.
Serie A adventure beckons?
Juventus’s interest in Benoit Badiashile is understandable. The Serie A giants have lost two centre-backs to long-term absentees. While Gleison Bremer picked up his problem earlier this season, Juan Cabal has also sustained a season-ending injury, forcing the Bianconeri into the market.
Cristiano Giuntoli has already compiled a comprehensive list of winter targets for Juventus, with Radu Dragusin among the candidates. However, Badiashile is also an option worth considering, with the Bianconeri submitting an enquiry about the Frenchman, whose long-term future at Chelsea is uncertain.
Recent reports have painted a contradictory picture of Chelsea’s stance on Badiashile’s future. While some have suggested the Blues are ready to cash in on the 23-year-old French centre-back, others have claimed they do not want to part ways with him.
