Marotta: 'Man City asked for Pogba'

By Football Italia staff

Juventus director Beppe Marotta confirms “Manchester City asked us for Paul Pogba, but we politely replied he was not for sale.”

The director general spoke to Mediaset Premium this evening and was asked about interest in the €100m-rated midfielder.

“It’s true, Manchester City asked us for Pogba last year. We said as much, but we politely replied that he was not for sale and the matter ended there.

“I won’t deny he has many offers, as does Paulo Dybala, because they are both talented and very young. However, we want to hold on tight, as they are not on the market.

“Pogba is 23 years old and can continue with us for a long time.”

Marotta also commented on plans to reinforce the Bianconeri during the summer.

“We must try to create a mix of youth and experience, possibly maintaining Italian roots. We can improve, but must find players available who are suited to us.

“That is not easy, because our competitors on the transfer market are the likes of Barcelona, Real Madrid, PSG and Manchester City, who rarely let go of their prized players.”

Meanwhile, Juventus have to discuss the future of Alvaro Morata with Real Madrid, who retain a buy-back clause.

“Florentino Perez is a great director and we have a good rapport with Real Madrid. We’ll visit them to negotiate for Morata and other situations too.”

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