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Juventus to challenge Manchester United with £25m bid for Monaco star Fabinho
JUVENTUS are reportedly set to challenge Manchester United for Monaco midfielder Fabinho.
Juventus have reportedly joined the race for Monaco midfielder Fabinho
Fabinho has had a stellar season with Monaco, flourishing in a new holding-midfield role for manager Leonardo Jardim.
The Brazil international’s performances are said to have caught the attention of a number of Europe’s top clubs, including Manchester United and Manchester City.
However, reports in Italy suggest Juventus are plotting a move for the 23-year-old.
And the Serie A champions have been biding their time over a move for the former Real Madrid loanee, waiting for the right moment to make their move.
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Italian outlet Football Italia claim Juventus are willing to table an offer for Fabinho in the region of £25million plus add-ons.
And the transfer battle with both Manchester clubs is expected to be fierce given all three sides are looking to strengthen for next season’s Champions League.
However, Juve could struggle to sign Fabinho after the Brazilian revealed earlier this year he is keen on a move to the Premier League.
"I know my name was linked with more than one English club but I am happy at Monaco at the moment," Fabinho told reporters in February.
The Premier league is a league that interests me
"I have a contract until 2021, but the Premier league is a league that interests me and maybe one day I will come and play here."
And Fabinho’s father and representative Joao confirmed Manchester and City were both on his radar.
"We like Manchester United and Mourinho’s work, but we have a soft spot for Manchester City,” he said.
Fabinho is under contract with Monaco until June 2021.
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