I don't see there being a whole lot to this... is there any truth to Juve getting first option on Amauri and Barzagli in exchange for the Miccoli deal anyway?
My bet is the deal is essentially done and its Nocerino + Marchionni and cash for Amauri. The agent is just causing problems because they are still negotiating wage.
As well, I almost wonder if Barzagli is the actual primary target, and Amauri is the secondary objective and distractor. It seems they go out of their way to remind everyone how good the forwards are, yet they are linked to every half decent one available in Europe. However, they have a big gap on defense, and no one says a word. Maybe they learned from Milito and as soon as they announce interest in a solid player, three other teams emerge to counter-bid. So right now they announce their interest in Amauri and overpay to keep teams from bothering, while they quietly talk Barzagli and get them both wrapped up before Inter, AC and company have a chance to steal him from under their noses. Or am I giving Secco too much credit?