Pre-season Transfer Speculation & Rumours(2010)

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Chiellini softens United stance
Red Devils talk sparks Italy international's interest

Giorgio Chiellini's agent has hinted that his client may be interested in a switch to Manchester United.

Until now the Juventus defender has been keen to play down any talk of a summer switch.

He was even reported to be hankering after a new deal in Turin, having committed his future to the Bianconeri.

It appears, however, that he may have chosen to relax that stance, with speculation linking him with Europe's top clubs refusing to go away.

Premier League giants United are believed to be leading the chase for his signature, regarding him as a useful acquisition at the heart of their back four.

Chiellini has had his head turned by the mounting interest and his representative has now revealed that he would be foolish not to listen to United were they to make a move.

Davide Lippi told Radio Radio: "Manchester United? It is a club of great importance and we particularly like that.

Honoured

"With Giorgio we have decided not to talk about the market until after the World Cup, then we will reflect on everything."

He added: "I don't doubt that Manchester City and Real Madrid are also following the footsteps of Chiellini.

"We are honoured to be at Juventus and to have attracted interest from clubs like United and Real.

"Giorgio has signed a contract with Juventus two years ago, when he was young, and he has now enjoyed two great seasons and reached a top level.

"It is time for Chiellini to have the contract of a top player.

"We have talked of renewing, but not with the new board. They don't seem to be in any hurry to lock down a key man like Giorgio.

"For now everything is on hold, but we will see."

source: skysports.com