ASTON VILLA are interested in signing Juventus star Federico Chiesa, according to reports.
The Italian shot to prominence after signing for Juve, initially on loan, from Fiorentina in 2020.
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Chiesa, 25, particularly impressed during Italy’s run to Euro 2020 glory two years ago.
His progress was stunted by a horrifying anterior cruciate ligament injury which ruled him out for ten months.
With the Juventus ace having returned to full fitness during last season, he could now be on the move this summer.
According to Birmingham Live, Aston Villa are keen on making an ambitious swoop for Chiesa.
The winger’s contract is due to expire in 2025, with Juve reportedly slapping a £38million price tag on him.
Villa would have no issue meeting the Serie A side’s demands, but convincing Chiesa to join could be a challenge.
Unai Emery’s men are hoping to strengthen ahead of their return to European football next term.
Villa have already signed Youri Tielemans from Leicester, and this week saw John McGinn pen a new four-year deal.
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In order to sign Chiesa, however, they will have to beat off interest from the likes of Bayern Munich, Newcastle and Liverpool.
Chiesa made 33 appearances in all competitions last term after returning from injury in November.
He netted four goals and laid on six assists – with two of his strikes coming in Juve’s final three matches as he began to rediscover his groove.