Chilean midfielder to stay on at Juventus

Date: 13th July 2013 at 8:31pm
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Juventus - Arturo VidalJuventus midfielder Arturo Vidal has thanked Real Madrid for their interest, but reiterated he is concentrating on his career with the Bianconeri.

Reports earlier this week had suggested that Los Merengues were readying a €40 million bid for the the 26 year old.

“I am honoured that Real Madrid wanted me, but I am happy at Juventus. I feel like this is my home,” said Vidal at a press conference.

“Of course it is pleasing to know that a team like Real Madrid is tracking me, as it means I’ve done a good job. Now I am focused only on giving my best for the Bianconeri jersey.”

Vidal has made 80 appearances for La Vecchia Signora since his arrival from Bayer Leverkusen in 2011.

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