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Chelsea target Alex Sandro: Juventus chief confirms a 'substantial offer' has been made
JUVENTUS general director Giuseppe Marotta has confirmed the club have received a “substantial offer” for Alex Sandro.
Juventus left-back Alex Sandro demonstrates running power
Sandro, 26, has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge as Antonio Conte looks to bolster his ranks ahead of next season.
The Italian is said to have made the wing-back a priority on his wish list but Chelsea are yet to convince Juve into selling.
Marotta revealed last week that Juve rejected a “very good offer” from Chelsea for Sandro as they are determined to ward off interest from potential suitors.
It will apparently take a minimum of £52million to persuade the Serie A side to sell the Brazil international.
A substantial offer has arrived
The Blues are also said to have promised to double Sandro’s wages to about £150,000-a-week should he agree a switch to the Premier League.
And Marotta has admitted Juventus will not keep Sandro against his will if he wants to join Chelsea.
He said: "A substantial offer has arrived.
Juventus chief Giuseppe Moratta has confirmed a "substantial offer" has come in for Alex Sandro
"We have no intention of selling anyone, but if a player decides to leave, as has happened in previous years, then at the end of the day he has to go, because we don't keep anyone against their will.
"But at the moment there are no such situations and I hope nobody will leave."
Sandro enjoyed an impressive season at Juve with his three goals and seven assists helping the club lift the Serie A title and the Coppa Italia.
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