Source: Daily_Mail
Exclusive: Carlos Tevez set to stay at Manchester City after Juventus snub
ShareCarlos Tevez has rejected the chance of a lucrative transfer to Juventus - the biggest indication yet that he will stay at Manchester City.[LNB]An approach from the Italian club, who were in Manchester for Gary Neville's testimonial, was made to Tevez's representatives, who declined the offer. Sportsmail understands the offer was worth a staggering ?20million a year to Tevez plus bonuses. [LNB] One of the boys: Carlos Tevez looks set to stay at Manchester City now after snubbing Juventus[LNB]Juventus general manager Giuseppe Marotta said: 'We've built a solid base, now we're going to put some big players in the team to return as a great club in Europe. All the players we've talked to would be glad to join Juventus. It means the club didn't lose its appeal.'[LNB]It seems, however, that, while Tevez respects the rebuilding programme under way in Turin, he has refused to consider the option of Juventus, who have a history of taking players from England. Liam Brady, David Platt, Ian Rush and John Charles have all played for them.[LNB] Man with the Golden Boot: Tevez finished as the Premier League's joint top scorer[LNB]Tevez now appears likely to stay at City and captain their Champions League challenge next season. That will thrill manager Roberto Mancini, who has flown to Abu Dhabi for talks about a transfer budget with owner Sheik Mansour. The close relationship between Tevez and his adviser Kia Joorabchian with the sheik is the key to keeping him. [LNB] Friends reunited: Roberto Mancini has admitted doing all he can to keep Tevez at Eastlands[LNB]Tevez has returned to South America to be with his family and is said to be discussing options with his estranged partner relating to access to his two daughters.[LNB]Juventus are flexing their muscles in the transfer market again and have around ?100m to spend. Sportsmail understands they were prepared to put half of that into signing Tevez. Their next target is Sergio Aguero, of Atletico Madrid.[LNB] Rebuilding project: After several years in the doldrums, Juventus no have big plans to reach the top again[LNB]Andrea Agnelli, 35, is the new power behind Juventus and has declared his wish to restore them to former glories. Juventus finished seventh in Serie A, 24 points behind winners AC Milan.[LNB]Agnelli, who has personally overseen the approach for Tevez, saw the Argentine as the first step in the right direction. Tevez was joint top scorer in the Premier League this season with 20 goals as City finished third.[LNB] FA hand Manchester City defender Toure slimmed down drugs ban Martin Samuel: Wilshere and Carroll too tired to play? Oh, do give it a restI just had to be here... delighted Tevez joins in with City's historic Cup paradeAll the latest Manchester City news, features and opinion[LNB] Explore more:People: Ian Rush, David Platt, Carlos Tevez, Sergio Aguero, Roberto Mancini, Gary Neville, Liam Brady Places: Manchester, United Kingdom, Europe
