Juventus want Alvaro Morata from Chelsea for second Italian spell as they open talks with Antonio Conte’s side

JUVENTUS are reportedly in talks with Chelsea to re-sign Alvaro Morata.

Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport claims the Serie A champions have made contact as they look to lure the striker back to Turin this summer.

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It’s said that Massimiliano Allegri is on the hunt for a new forward to replace Mario Mandzukic, who has been linked with a move to Turkey.

The report claims Juventus have also reached out to Paris Saint-Germain for Edinson Cavani.

But their top choice is ex-Real Madrid man Morata, who spent two seasons at Juve between 2014 and 2016.

The 25-year-old became a firm favourite amongst fans, staff and players due to his energy and positive attitude, scoring 27 goals in 93 appearances.

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But Morata has failed to set the Premier League alight after joining Chelsea from Real for £60million last summer, with supporters disappointed with his meagre return of 14 goals in 41 matches.

And Juventus are hoping they can persuade Morata to up sticks for a second stint at the club, with Paulo Dybala said to be particularly excited by a potential partnership.

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However, the report adds that Chelsea transfer guru Marina Granovskaia is reluctant to cut her losses on Morata after persuading Roman Abramovich to spend a club-record fee on him less than a year ago.

But with Antonio Conte looking set to leave Stamford Bridge, the striker’s future in London could solely depend on the new Chelsea boss and his vision for the future.

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