Juventus general manager Giuseppe Marotta has dismissed reports of a deal for Nice striker Mario Balotelli.
It was claimed in England Balotelli was set for a Juve medical.
“Beyond our affection and esteem [for him] it's a fantasy football story, a hoax," Marotta told Mediaset Premium.
“He's a profile we don't need.
“[Stefan] De Vrij is a good player who was going to be free, but there's an agreement [with Lazio] and they've worked out an advantageous deal. He's not among our objectives."