Chiellini Will Be Staying, Declare Juventus
Juventus sporting director Alessio Secco has banished transfer speculation surrounding Giorgio Chiellini, and insisted that the youngster is a part of Claudio Ranieri's plans.
Giorgio Chiellini was first linked with a 10 million euro move to Liverpool, before Manchester City stepped in and almost completed the signing.
Then talk of a swap deal involving Gabriel Heinze started doing the rounds, before City came back with an improved 13 million euro bid.
However, Claudio Ranieri has made up his mind, it seems, and the Italian under-21 international will be staying put. Alessio Secco has confirmed as much!
"The news on Chiellini’s departure? There is nothing to report," Secco told Juventus Channel. "Giorgio is part of the club’s plans and will stay here at Juventus.
"As for our transfer campaign, I can only reiterate what was already said recently. We have made the signings we want, but we will keep on assessing the various opportunities that arise.
"The team is basically okay as it is, and there is great harmony with coach Claudio Ranieri on this issue."
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