Juventus Confirm Negotiations With Villarreal For Giuseppe Rossi

The New-Jersey born striker could be making his move back to Italy in the near future.

Jun 17, 2009 11:50:24 AM

Giuseppe Rossi, Villarreal-Osasuna (Marca)

Villarreal striker Giuseppe Rossi has had plenty of success in Spain, but has not hidden his desire to return to Italy over the past month.

The 22-year-old has impressed for the Italian national team at the Confederations Cup, scoring two goals in a substitute appearance against the United States, prompting a sensational attack from Spanish newspaper AS, declaring him a 'traitor.'

According to Sky Sport 24, Juventus have confirmed that sporting director Alessio Secco is meeting with Villarreal officials to negotiate a transfer for the former Manchester United and Parma starlet.

The Spanish club have asked for between €15-18 million, plus striker David Trezeguet in exchange.

The Frenchman has been knocked down the pecking order this season in Turin, having suffered from poor form and injury in 2008-09, so the move could potentially suit both players.

Overall, Rossi scored 15 goals in all competitions for the Yellow Submarines this past season.

Adam Scime, Goal.com

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