Marotta: Verratti is not joining Juventus

Juventus chief executive Giuseppe Marotta says it is highly unlikely that the club will be able to sign Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti.

The 24-year-old Italian international continues to be linked to the Turin giants despite having signed a five-year contract with Ligue 1 side in August.

While Marotta admits the club would welcome a move for the former Pescara man, it is not something the champions are focused on.

Marotta told Mediaset Premium: "I'm very happy for him and our national team.

"He's a great player who we like, even if I think it's utopian to think of him, because PSG are focusing on him and we don't have an opportunity."