Juve raise Campbell stakes
Saturday 21 August, 2004
The Bianconeri have pinpointed Sol Campbell as the key to solving their defensive worries and have offered £7m plus Stephen Appiah.
Juventus had one of their worst defensive records in recent memory last season, letting in 42 goals in 34 games, and the shock 2-2 draw with Djurgarden only highlighted the need for changes.
Although names such as Fabio Cannavaro and Massimo Oddo have been mentioned, it seems that Fabio Capello has his heart set on the experience of England international Campbell.
It is now reported that the Turin side has offered £7m cash plus the services of Ghanaian international Stephen Appiah, who is on his way home following their exit from the Athens Olympics.
Arsenal were hoping to keep hold of the 30-year-old defender, but would be willing to accept a switch if Juventus raise their bid to £10m.
There is room for manoeuvre here and director general Luciano Moggi is trying to whittle down the price tag based on Campbell’s recent injury problems.
It must also be noted that the former Spurs man has not yet penned a new contract.
Another option is Fabio Cannavaro, whose deal with Inter also expires in June 2005. The Nerazzurri star was originally offered to Real Madrid, but could now be exchanged with Juventus winger Mauro German Camoranesi.
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FFS, 10 mil € plus a player for a 30 year old defender???
I'd rather keep our current players and struggle next year than to spend that much money on Sol.