Juventus have joined Manchester United in adding Fiorentina defender Nikola Milenkovic to their wish list, Goal understands.

La Viola have struggled to move through the gears in Serie A Joe Kelly Jersey this season, but their 21-year-old Serbia international has continued to catch the eye.

His efforts have been noted outside of Florence, with interest building ahead of the January transfer window.

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Contact has been made David Price Jersey from the Red Devils, but no formal offer is on the table.

That is keeping the door open for others, with Juves sporting director, Fabio Paratici, among those believed to be closely monitoring Milenkovic.

He has been tracking the youngster since his time at Partizan Belgrade, with it suggested at one stage that the Bianconeri could do a deal before sanctioning a Collin McHugh Jersey loan switch to aid his development.

, and have their prized a set tied to a contract through to 2022.

That agreement is allowing Milenkovic to ignore the speculation surrounding his future, with his focus locked on the present. Christian Vazquez Jersey

He is not pushing for a move and his current club have no intention of sanctioning a sale.

Juve, though, may test the transfer water as defensive reinforcements become more David Ortiz Jersey of a priority.

, but both men are sparking exit talk.

Ajax star Matthijs de Ligt had been the Bianconeris favoured option to bolster the ranks, but the Dutchman may prove too costly.

Barcelona and Manchester City are also understood to be among his many suitors, and that is likely to drive up any asking price.

Steve Pearce Jersey As a result, Milenkovic has registered on the radar in Turin.

Juve will get another look at a player they hold in high regard on Saturday, with Ma similiano Allegris reigning champions due at Stadio Artemio Franchi for their latest Serie A outing.