Juve In London For Ivanovic

Juve In London For Ivanovic

Juventus management has reportedly touched down in London today in an effort to secure the services of 24 year old centre back Branislav Ivanovic from Chelsea...

Recent reports have linked Serbian defender Branislav Ivanovic with a move to the Bianconeri. Now, it appears that the mooted deal is close to becoming reality.

The player has failed to settle in London and has refused to close the door on a possible summer exit. With Chelsea looking to rebuild and offload dead wood, a switch from Stamford Bridge to the Turin giants would appear to be a win-win situation.

Now, reports suggest that a travelling troupe of Juve reps have touched down in London with a view to forcing through the potential transfer in person.

The Juve backline has been at the centre of much criticism so far this season, with many believing that Giorgio Chiellini is the only reliable defender in the squad.

Injuries have also added to coach Claudio Ranieri's problems. New signing Dario Knezevic is clearly struggling, with others finding it difficult to reach peak physical condition.

Reports state that the Bianconeri are prepared to make a bid of €5million for the Chelsea man - a fee which could be enough to pry him from the Blues' clutches. It is clear that the Serbian defender doesn't figure in the plans of new Chelsea gaffer Felipe Scolari.

*goal.com