Juventus are attempting to trump Roma for Ascoli defender Stefano Guberti.
Guberti has been the subject of long-term interest for Roma chiefs Bruno Conti and Daniele Prade.
Juve hope to beat the capital club before the winter market shuts - in partnership with Atalanta. The Biaconeri intend to sign Guberti and immediately send him on-loan to Atalanta for the remainder of this season.
For his part, Guberti favours a move to Roma.