Former AC Milan transfers chief Ariedo Braida is in contact with Sassuolo.

Sassuolo are keen to develop a new technical strategy and hope to bring in Braida's expertise to accelerate their plans.

TMW says talks have opened with Braida, who has also had a spell with Sampdoria.

The veteran market expert is open to the idea of joining Sassuolo's project.

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