Juventus look to Betis for Pirlo replacement

Juventus are reportedly interested in signing Real Betis’ Benat Etxebarria.

The 26-year-old has impressed this season with his performances building on those from last year which earned him a call-up to the Spain national team.

According to German website 4-4-2.com, the Bianconeri could make a move for the midfielder in the summer with view to giving him a year working in tandem with Andrea Pirlo, before taking over from the Italian.

Etxebarria, whose contract expires in 2014, has scored four goals for Betis this season, as well as getting seven assists.