Juventus remain interested in Brentford right-back Michael Kayode as the Serie A giants look to strengthen their Italian core with promising young players.Kayode, 22, has been monitored by Juventus for several seasons, according to Gazzetta dello Sport, with his development in the Premier League continuing to attract attention in Turin.The Italy international came through Juventus’ youth system before moving on to Fiorentina, where he broke into senior football. He joined Brentford in January 2025 and has since seen his profile rise further.Juventus’ interest fits into a broader strategy outlined by CEO Giovanni Carnevali, who wants the club to recruit more talented Italian players and restore a stronger domestic core to the squad.“My idea is to create a bit more Italianness and bring in more Italian players,” Carnevali said at the Trento Sports Festival. “I’d also like to bring in young players, so the desire is to bring in players who have potential.”Juventus target Brentford defender KayodeKayode is one of several Italian players being considered as part of that approach. Gazzetta reports that Juventus have followed the defender’s progress for some time, although negotiating his return to Italy would be complicated by Brentford’s position as a Premier League club.His value has also increased since leaving Fiorentina, meaning Juventus could face a significant financial commitment if they decide to turn their long-standing interest into a formal approach.The Turin club are also assessing other Italian targets, with Frosinone goalkeeper Lorenzo Palmisani among the players being considered. Juventus are reportedly keen to secure Palmisani early before potentially bringing him to the club at the end of the season.For Kayode, however, any potential return to Juventus would represent a full-circle move after beginning his development in the club’s academy.There is no indication of a formal offer at this stage, but Juventus’ continued monitoring could make the Brentford defender one to watch in future transfer windows.Read more – Arsenal could rival Barcelona for Erling Haaland if Man City exit opens upSee also – Federico Chiesa attracts Serie A interest as Liverpool exit loomsFollow the Football Faithful on Social Media:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTokThe post Juventus keen on Brendford’s Michael Kayode appeared first on The Football Faithful.