Juventus veteran attacker Angel di Maria has reaffirmed plans to end his playing career with Rosario Central.

The World Cup winner's current deal expires at the end of this season.

Di Maria told TyC Sports: "I'd like to go back to Rosario Central, this happens every year.

"There is the dream of returning to the Gigante de Arroyito and the desire as well. That moment will come."

He also said: "Of course, it's difficult to go down 15 points in the standings, we're halfway through now, but we don't have to find excuses because we still have important goals."