Juventus were desperate to sign a playmaker having lost Andrea Pirlo this summer and Simone Padoin was forced to deputise as a regista in Juve’s opening two defeats following the Italian’s move to New York City.
A failed pursuit of Julian Draxler had made the situation worse for the Old Lady as they were desperate to bring in added creativity.
Hernanes would bring experience, having played in Serie A since 2010 and the former Lazio man made 26 appearances and scored five goals for Inter during the 2014-15 season.