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Appelt Pires brothers claimed by Juventus ahead of Liverpool, Inter

Highly-rated Brazilian brothers Gabriel and Guillherme Appelt Pires are on their way to Juventus.

The duo who play for Resende in Brazil, were both attracting strong interest but it is Gabriel who is the most highly-rated.

The 17-year-old midfielder is reported to have had interest Liverpool, Inter Milan and Villarreal - but he has instead opted to move to Turin.

Their agent Peppino Tirri confirmed to Notiziariosportivo, saying: "Gabriel was followed by three to four major clubs such as Inter Milan, Liverpool and Villarreal - but Juventus were faster."

Gabriel will be joined in Italy by his 18-year-old brother Guillherme, who is a forward.

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