Transfer Discussion: Central Defender

Juventus are also looking to add a central defender ahead of the 2011-2012 season.

Names linked include:

• Lugano
  Alex
  Rhodolfo
  Ogbonna
  Kjaer

Top player: Would have to say Lugano at this time, due to his immense performances in the Copa America.
Most realistic: Lugano, he is cheap and reliable. I believe he is the ideal pick up for this Juventus.
Most probable: Lugano, simply due to his price and desire to play in Italy.
Most favourable (your opinion): Lugano.

Your list, your opinion?

Now, there are a lot of centre backs I have not considered, you can fill in the blanks and make your own lists. Just keep them realistic to an extent.

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juvefanmkd wrote:From all this suggestions i prefer Lugano coz he is an expirienced CB and very good one and he can play 2-3 seasons for us on top level.As second choise i would say that Kjaer is my second one He is 22 and he is promising CB

I like Lugano because he is proven and he can still allow Bonucci to develop
A 22 year old like Kjaer really puts pressure on Bonucci and Sorensen in the long run.

sciacca wrote:My pick will be Ogbonna. As I feel he has tremendous potential. He is currently linked with many clubs and it seems he might even be heading to Spain so who knows. Torino value him at 20m, though the price is unrealistic, it shows tremendous respect to such a young player. He has the right skill to do so, and add more quality to the back line.

Him moving to Spain really throws me off.
Which young quality Italian defenders leave Italy?
I hope he stays in Italy and plays.

I think Mustachio was saying that Ogbonna shares traits of Chiellini, he plays inside the left and is left footed.

Two left footed defenders in the middle who both play best off of the left?

I can't remember who brought it up but it was quite insightful and if true raises concerns.

sciacca wrote:

Luca wrote:I think Mustachio was saying that Ogbonna shares traits of Chiellini, he plays inside the left and is left footed.

Two left footed defenders in the middle who both play best off of the left?

I can't remember who brought it up but it was quite insightful and if true raises concerns.

Really? I never knew about that from Ogbonna. Thanks for sharing.

Wasn't my information but someone posted it if I recall correctly anyways.
If true it changes my outlook of Ogbonna for Juventus.

juventus101 wrote:Caceres. He wants to come back toJuve, is young, and versatile. I think hes perfect.

Ah, how could I forget him.
Good call, very versatile.
Suitable back up to Lichtsteiner and keeps Bonucci starting.

Not a bad idea.

pasquale22 wrote:Lol am I the only one that wants alex? He's more proven than Any of these players and is at a good age . Very powerful player who let's not forget plays for one of the best clubs in the world

Monstrous free kick ability but I've never been a fan.
In any case because he is from Chelsea I see him being more expensive than Lugano.