The Arsenal midfielder could be the last reinforcement for Italian giants Juventus, with Brazil coach Dunga also encouraging a move to Italy for the player.
When asked about what kind of player he would prefer if the club were to decide to make one last transfer swoop, Juventus coach Claudio Ranieri answered he was more keen on a defender than a midfielder. However, it seems that the club are considering opening negotiations with Arsenal for out-of-favour midfielder Gilberto Silva.
According to the English media, the Brazilian is no longer on good terms with coach Arsene Wenger, and a negotiation with Juve could be on the cards soon.
So if the technical staff should decide it is a useful operation, the negotiations with Arsenal will begin. Gilberto Silva, who was bought from Atletico Mineiro in 2002 for 4.5 million pounds, will cost at most 10 million.
Also Brazilian national coach Dunga considers the player fit for a transfer to Italy: "I think he is ready to play in the Italian league, Juventus would be a good option."
