Liverpool and Manchester United are reportedly battling it out to sign Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram this summer transfer window.
According to Gazzetta via Tuttojuve, the two Premier League giants are the “most interested” clubs in landing the 25-year-old French midfielder.
Thuram began his career in Monaco’s academy before joining Nice in 2019, where he built a reputation as one of France’s most reliable midfielders.
He made 167 appearances in all competitions for Nice, consistently attracting interest from top clubs across Europe before Juventus won the race for his signature in the summer of 2024.
Despite frequent managerial turnover at the Turin club, Thuram has remained a consistent presence in midfield, making 96 appearances for the Bianconeri and earning four senior international caps for France.
Juventus view Thuram as an important part of their squad, but the Italian outlet reports that the club could “seriously consider” offers in the region of his £34m valuation.
Standing at an imposing 6ft 3in, Thuram’s physicality and dynamism make him a particularly attractive profile for Premier League clubs looking to strengthen in midfield.
His numbers from last season paint a compelling picture, having won 132 duels and averaging an impressive 4.84 successful duels per match, while also posting 4.40 recoveries per 90 minutes.
Thuram’s 86.8% pass-completion rate highlights his composure in possession, and his ability to drop deep during build-up phases and play progressive passes adds genuine tactical versatility.
Despite operating in a deeper midfield role, he still contributed nine goals and assists last season, underlining his ability to influence the game at both ends of the pitch.
The report suggests his profile could see him replicate the impact of Casemiro, while also representing a potential upgrade on Endo, who has struggled since arriving from Stuttgart in 2023.
With Liverpool and United both firmly in the picture, the race to secure Thuram’s signature looks set to be one of the summer’s most compelling transfer battles.