Roma midfielder Leandro Paredes has revealed he came close to joining Juventus - twice.
Paredes admits Juve have pushed hard to sign him over the last 12 months.
"I was close to Juventus on two occasions and I did have the opportunity to go there, but I stayed at Roma to show what I can do," Paredes told goal.com.
“I want to grow and improve here, as I am very happy at Roma. My choice has always been to remain in the Capital and I am very happy to have managed that.
“I could've gone to Juve both in January and last summer. I wanted to stay and fight for my chances."