Barca-Juve, Vrsaljko derby

By Football Italia staff

Juventus are after Sassuolo full-back Sime Vrsaljko, but may have to face the competition of Barcelona.

The Bianconeri need either a replacement or at least some backup for Stephan Lichtsteiner, who underwent surgery at the beginning of this month over some breathing trouble.

According to ItaSportPress.it a move could be made in January.

But El Mundo Deportivo reports of a parallel interest in the player by Barcelona, who have him in their radar alongside Paris Saint-Germain's Marquinhos.

Juventus enjoy an excellent relationship with Sassuolo, but may have a tough competitor if the Blaugrana decide to make an offer.

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