According to Calciomercato.it, Juventus have set their sights on a summer move for Chelsea left-back Emerson Palmieri after failing to land PSG’s Layvin Kurzawa in a swap deal during January.
Juventus boss Maurizio Sarri knows the Italian-Brazilian well from their season together at Stamford Bridge, Juventus believe Emerson’s price-tag will be around €25m (£21m).
The ‘Old Lady’ are eyeing an alternative to Alex Sandro on the left flank, the Brazilian star has struggled with injuries recently and Juventus’ backup options have looked below-par at times.
The 25-year-old has plenty of experience in Italy, Chelsea signed Emerson from Roma. The Italy international could prove to be a solid target for Juventus.
Emerson has made 18 appearances across all competitions for Frank Lampard’s side this season. Juventus would be wise to arrange a possible deal for the energetic full-back before the Euros kick off.
Roberto Mancini’s Italy side will be hoping to show that they’re once again amongst Europe’s elite national sides after some struggles in recent years.
