An approach from the Italian club, who were in Manchester for Gary Neville’s testimonial, was made to Tevez’s representatives, who declined the offer. Salhi Goal understands the offer was worth a staggering £20million a year to Tevez plus bonuses.
Juventus general manager Giuseppe Marotta said: ‘We’ve built a solid base, now we’re going to put some big players in the team to return as a great club in Europe. All the players we’ve talked to would be glad to join Juventus. It means the club didn’t lose its appeal.’
It seems, however, that, while Tevez respects the rebuilding programme under way in Turin, he has refused to consider the option of Juventus, who have a history of taking players from England. Liam Brady, David Platt, Ian Rush and John Charles have all played for them.
Tevez now appears likely to stay at City and captain their Champions League challenge next season. That will thrill manager Roberto Mancini, who has flown to Abu Dhabi for talks about a transfer budget with owner Sheik Mansour. The close relationship between Tevez and his adviser Kia Joorabchian with the sheik is the key to keeping him.
Tevez has returned to South America to be with his family and is said to be discussing options with his estranged partner relating to access to his two daughters.
Juventus are flexing their muscles in the transfer market again and have around £100m to spend. Sportsmail understands they were prepared to put half of that into signing Tevez. Their next target is Sergio Aguero, of Atletico Madrid.
Andrea Agnelli, 35, is the new power behind Juventus and has declared his wish to restore them to former glories. Juventus finished seventh in Serie A, 24 points behind winners AC Milan.
Agnelli, who has personally overseen the approach for Tevez, saw the Argentine as the first step in the right direction. Tevez was joint top scorer in the Premier League this season with 20 goals as City finished third.
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