Juventus are unsure of their next Coach, but the club continues its transfer strategy as Frank Lampard breaks off from Chelsea.
The Bianconeri return to Serie A next season after the Calciopoli scandal and although Didier Deschamps resigned late last night, director of sport Alessio Secco maintains the same approach to reconstructing the squad.
Juve have made no secret of their respect and admiration for Lampard, but the ‘News of the World’ claims that this could finally turn into a firm bid.
Contract renegotiations with Chelsea have hit so many problems that they have collapsed completely, leaving the England international open for a summer switch abroad.
As he has served more than three years under his existing contract and is over the age of 28, a new FIFA ruling means he could even buy himself out of the deal for just £9m.
A Stamford Bridge insider told the ‘News of the World’ that chances of reconciliation are “highly unlikely. This looks like the end of the road for Frank and Chelsea.”
Juventus face competition for his signature from Barcelona, Real Madrid and possibly Inter.
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