The Italian giants hope to complete the deal for the midfielder this summer after his outstanding Euro 2020 campaign
Juventus Pavel Nedved confirmed that they are negotiating with Sassuolo on the purchase of Manuel Locatelli and also confirmed that he believes the club’s valuation of the Italian midfielder is fair.
Locatelli has been the target of Juventus this summer. With his impressive personal performance, he helped the Azzurri win the 2020 European Cup.
But the road to Turin’s transfer may not be easy, and Arsenal are also interested in the star.
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Nedved explained: “We talked to Sassuolo and made an offer that we think is suitable for the current climate and the way the financial and transfer markets are affected by Covid.” Sports Media Collection Saturday.
“We believe this is a very good offer, and it is a correct offer. We are always full of confidence. Naturally, some things must be clarified and resolved in the negotiation.
“When you want a player and that player wants you, it’s obvious.”
Juventus…or the Gunners?
Sassuolo CEO Giovanni Carnevali revealed on Thursday Rocatelli’s favorite destination is Turin, but after Arsenal served him earlier, an unnamed English club is also in competition.
“He wants to join Juventus. We are happy to sell Manuel to Juventus… but they need to pay appropriate fees,” Carnevali said affirmatively.
“Arsenal had offered to sign him, and there is now a new England club in competition,” he added.
Ronaldo’s future
Nedved also talked about rumors about Cristiano Ronaldo’s future, and he has been linked to Juventus’ withdrawal in recent weeks.
“C Ronaldo is our player. He has one year left on his contract. We are very happy to have him with us,” he said.
“He can guarantee goals every year, and many. He is a top player and we count on him.”