Exclusive: Juventus cool off €60m Arsenal, Inter target
Fabrizio Romano confirms that the Bianconeri have long chased the Lyon midfielder, seen as their priority to boost their midfield. Tolisso is also liked by Arsenal, not to mention Inter and Napoli.
What has changed so much is Tolisso’s price tag: costing only €40 million in October, the 23-year-old star is now considered to be worth €60m.
This may have something to do with president Jean-Michel Aulas, known for being a tough negotiator, as Chelsea fans who remember Florent Malouda and Mickael Essien can confirm.
It’s a pity for the Bianconeri, seeing as Coach Max Allegri - who was set to get new powers in his deal - is a very big fan.
And to think that a price in the region of €45-50 million was being quoted as recently as a month ago. Aulas knows he has a crown jewel on his hands, and doesn’t want to let him go on the cheap.
@FabrizioRomano, adapted by @EdoDalmonte