Juventus 'nearing £36m Federico Bernardeschi deal'

Federico Bernardeschi celebrates scoring during the Europa League game between Fiorentina and Tottenham Hotspur on February 18, 2016
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Juventus reportedly near the signing of Italian attacker Federico Bernardeschi after agreeing a £36m deal with Fiorentina.

Juventus are reportedly on the verge of signing Federico Bernardeschi from Fiorentina.

Bernardeschi, 23, helped Italy Under-21s to reach the semi-finals of the Under-21 European Championships this summer.

The attacker entered that tournament off the back of a 14-goal season with Fiorentina, but he is currently refusing to sign a new deal with the Viola.

Bernardeschi's current contract with his club will expire next summer, and according to Goal.com, Juventus have agreed a £36m deal with Fiorentina as the player prepares to sign a five-year contract with the Italian champions.

Earlier this month, Fiorentina director of football Pantaleo Corvino claimed that Bernardeschi would not be sold this summer, but the Italian attacker revealed a desire to play for Juventus when questioned on a possible move last week.

Manchester United have also previously been credited with an interest.

Federico Bernardeschi with his teammates of ACF Fiorentina celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the preseason friendly match between ACF Fiorentina and FC Barcelona at Artemio Franchi on August 2, 2015
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