Out-of-favour Arsenal midfielder Gilberto Silva has emerged as Juventus’ number one transfer target in January, according to the Corriere dello Sport.The Brazilian, who joined the Gunners in 2002 from Atletico Mineiro, has lost his place in the first team this season to Mathieu Flamini and wants to leave.
Although Arsene Wenger has publicly stated that he wishes for Gilberto to stay until the end of the season, the huge wealth of midfield talent coming through at the club, such as Abou Diaby and Denilson, will probably persuade Wenger otherwise.
Juventus are almost certain to purchase a centre midfielder in the January transfer market, and have been linked with numerous top-stars, including Frank Lampard, Rafael Van der Vaart and Diego.
The ‘Corriere’ claims that Juve boss Claudio Ranieri’s number one target is Gilberto.
The 31-year-old would certainly be open to the move, while he could also be purchased at a relatively low price.
Gilberto also has a wealth of experience, having played 59 times for the Brazil national team, and having participated at the 2002 and 2006 World Cups.
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