Juventus and Internazionale are thought to be battling it out for Michael Ballack.
The Bayern Munich star's future has been the subject of much debate after he turned down a new deal at the club last year.
Ballack becomes a free agent in the summer and a number of Europe's top clubs are lining up to lure him away from Munich.
Real Madrid and Manchester United were both initially thought to be leading the chase for Ballack, but it appears their interest has waned.
Internazionale president Massimo Moratti is a big admirer of Ballack and has previously admitted his desire to bring him to the Giuseppe Meazza.
Juventus have always been coy on their interest in Ballack, but reports emanating from Italy suggest the Bianconeri are working behind the scenes to try and sign the goalscoring midfielder.
Should Ballack fail to agree a new deal with Bayern there is sure to be a massive scramble for the player's signature next summer.