The Italian giants had been keen on bring Liverpool and Brazil shot stopper Alisson back to Serie A, but he is now poised to remain at Anfield for at least another season.
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According to Fabrizio Romano, Juventus are still looking to sign a new goalkeeper, and have now turned to Villa’s Martinez, 33.
Juventus have now opened talks with both Villa and Martinez as they explore the details on a potential deal.
It’s understood that they won’t be put off by Martinez’s high wage demands, but have Tottenham’s Guglielmo Vicario, 29, as a back-up option.