Liverpool’s Alonso close to Juventus switch

Juventus have held talks with Xabi Alonso’s agent yesterday, according to Football Italia. The Spanish midfielder could move to Turin this summer if the two clubs agree a transfer fee, but it looks like personal terms are close to being agreed.

Juventus representatives and Alonso’s agent agreed on the length of the contract, but according to Football Italia a salary has not been agreed. While Juventus are prepared to offer Alonso £2.5 million per year, the Spanish midfielder, who is thought to be happy at Anfield will look for something closer to and annual salary £3 million.

The same Football Italia thinks that a transfer fee has not been agreed between the two clubs with Juventus willing to pay something in the region of £12 million while Liverpool are demanding £18 million for their play maker. However reports in England suggest that a transfer fee of £16 million has been agreed.

[Source: Football Italia]