Carlos Tevez

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Atletico Madrid want Carlos Tevez
and Filipe Luis, Diego Simeone confirms

Jun 10, 2015

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone says he hopes to sign Juventus attacker Carlos Tevez and Chelsea left-back Filipe Luis this summer.

Atletico have been regularly linked with a move for Argentina international Tevez through recent weeks, with Juve director general Giuseppe Marotta having recently acknowledged that the 31-year-old could move on.

Asked in an interview with AS whether he had spoken to Tevez recently, Simeone said no conversation had taken place but he was "excited" about the idea of his compatriot playing at the Estadio Vicente Calderon.

"The truth is I have not spoken with Carlos, but I know the club is speaking with his agent," Simeone said. "It is always exciting to have players like Tevez. He has the best thing about this game -- he bleeds football, apart from the number of goals he is capable of scoring each season. He would be an ideal signing for our idea of football at Atletico Madrid."

Atletico are also keen to sign Luis, who left the Spanish club for Chelsea in a €20 million deal last summer but had little involvement under Jose Mourinho.

"[Filipe Luis] is a player we like a lot as a kid but who also knows us well and has given a lot to the team," Simeone said. "I hope it happens."

Simeone also revealed that a much-discussed move for Villarreal's young Argentine striker Luciano Vietto, reported to be worth around €20 million, was close to completion.

"Vietto is an objective -- ours [the coaches] and also the sporting directors," he said. "We are close, and I hope to count on him for next season, because he is a player with extraordinary characteristics, a second striker, who links well in attack, and scores goals.

"I look upon him as being very similar to David Villa when he began, without being yet the goal-scorer he was for Spanish football, but with his play between the lines, which is very difficult to see in current football. He is very tactical, and he settled very well at Villarreal.

"As a kid, I know him well as I coached him at Racing -- I gave him his debut. I hope it can happen as he would be a very important signing."

Simeone also addressed a question about long-term target Alvaro Negredo.

Negredo spent the season on loan at Valencia from Manchester City and, while Los Che are apparently obliged to make the deal permanent, Marca has reported that they are looking to offload him.

"It's true that last season we spoke with [Negredo] -- he is a player we were always interested in," Simeone said. "We will see this year which players the sporting directors choose."

He all but ruled out a move for former Atletico centre-forward Radamel Falcao, who is back with Monaco after a disappointing season-long loan at Manchester United.

"The case of Falcao has not been talked about with the sporting directors," he said. "It is true he performed well for us, he gave us a lot. But the sporting directors are not going that way."

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Simeone: ‘Atleti talking with Tevez’

Jun 10, 2015

Atletico Madrid Coach Diego Simeone says that his club are in talks with Juventus striker Carlos Tevez, who he describes as ‘ideal.’

AS reported today that the Argentina international has told the Bianconeri he is leaving this summer and the 31-year-old has been linked with the likes of Atleti, Boca Juniors and Paris Saint-Germain.

In an interview with AS, the Atletico boss said that his club are negotiating with Tevez and that he would love to have him in the Spanish capital.

“I haven’t spoken with him, but I know that the club is talking to his agent,” said the former Lazio and Inter midfielder.

“I’d be excited to have a player like Tevez as he is ideal for our style of play and our mentality.”

Simeone also revealed that his club are close to a deal for Villarreal forward Luciano Vietto, who is believed to be a target for Inter Coach Roberto Mancini.

“He is one of our objectives and we’re close to an agreement,” said Simeone.

“I hope to have him next season, because he’s a player with fantastic characteristics.

“I’ve known him since he was at Racing and it was me that gave him his debut, he reminds me a little of a young David Villa.”

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Tevez receives offer from Paris Saint-Germain

 

The French side have already contacted the Argentine's entourage with a lucrative
contract and he will tell Juventus his decision in the near future.

 
Jun 11, 2015

By Romeo Agresti

Paris Saint-Germain have made contact with Juventus striker Carlos Tevez and offered him a massive deal in an attempt to lure him to the French capital this summer.

The Argentine has been linked to a move to Boca Juniors recently, although Juve are eager to keep him for at least one more season.

Tevez has a contract with the Champions League runners-up until June 2016, but PSG are looking to snap him up soon.

The Ligue 1 champions have offered the striker a multi-year contract worth €8.5 million per year, with bonuses which could see his salary rise to €9m.

At 31-years-old, it could be his last big contract and it is one he will consider before telling Juve his decision in the coming days. However, the Serie A champions will not let their 20-goal striker go cheaply.

Juve CEO Giuseppe Marotta says the relationship between Tevez and the club is healthy, but admits the choice is down to the man himself.

"This is his way of life, and we will respect it," he said. "Our relationship is fantastic. The possibility that he will stay is very high, but I will not put it into percentages. He is a professional."

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Carlos Tevez urged to decide on
Juventus future amid Atletico link

 
Jun 11, 2015

Juventus' general manager Beppe Marotta says his club cannot wait forever for Carlos Tevez to make up his mind about his future amid reported interest from Atletico Madrid.

Tevez, 31, has already told Juve that he will not be extending his contract beyond 2016, when he plans to return to Argentina to play for his hometown club Boca Juniors. However, the Argentina forward may leave theBianconeri this summer after it emerged he was in talks with the Spanish club.

Atletico coach Diego Simeone said on Wednesday he was "excited" about the prospect of coaching Tevez next season, while Juve are pressing him to make up his mind.

"The possibility of him leaving is still very high, but I don't want to put a percentage on it," said Marotta told reporters at the club's museum on Wednesday as he put the Serie A and Coppa Italia trophies in place.

"He's a champion; a professional to whom we owe a lot, but we don't have time. We need to move quickly. We're awaiting his answer imminently."

Should Tevez move to Atletico, Juve could get Mario Mandzukic in return with Marotta admitting he is "a good player, but I don't have anything other than that to say on him at this time.

"We have already made two important signings who fit in well to the system used by [coach Massimiliano] Allegri and we don't need to add many more," Marotta added. "The fans mustn't expect us to do anything extraordinary. What is extraordinary is the journey we have taken in recent years."

Juve have already completed the signings of Paulo Dybala from Palermo and Real Madrid's Sami Khedira.

That has been taken with Andrea Pirlo, whose future is also unclear. "With him, the situation is similar to that of Tevez," Marotta said. "Andrea has never expressed any desire to leave and we want to continue with him here."

Marotta also wants Alvaro Morata to stay in Turin for at least another year. The Spaniard, who insists he is happy Juve, has a clause in his contract which would enable his former club Real Madrid to sign him back at any stage in the next three years for a fee which had already been agreed, but Marotta says that is not going to happen for at least another year.

"He's staying with Juventus until 2016," he said. "The agreement signed with Real Madrid last year is clear. In 2016, we'll re-evaluate. All I can repeat is that the future project for Juve is based on the presupposition that we will be keeping a tight hold on our best players."

That is music to the ears of midfielder Claudio Marchisio, who hopes the current Juve side will continue going from strength to strength.

"Pirlo and Tevez are two great champions and I hope they still have a lot to give for Juve," he said at a news conference while on international duty with Italy. "I hope we don't lose Andrea from the national team either. Then we've got [sami] Khedira, which was a very good bit of business."

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Moggi: Juventus To Sign Cavani If Tevez Departs

 
Jun 12, 2015

Former Juventus managing director Luciano Moggi has revealed that the club would only sign Paris Saint-Germain’s Edinson Cavani if Carlos Tevez were to leave the Bianconeri.

It is a well known secret that Tevez wants to return to his boyhood club, Boca Juniors, to end his career and has been strongly linked with a move this summer and much like PSG’s Cavani, has heavily been favoured to switch clubs this summer but Moggi feels there is only space for one of the pair at The Old Lady.

“If Tevez leaves, Cavani joins, elsewhere the Bianconeri forwards won’t change,” Moggi told SportItalia.

“I think the Matador could easily replace the Argentine.

“With these strikers at their disposal they have a great attack for Italy [serie A], but in Europe it will be a different story because there are so many competitive teams.”

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Tevez: ‘Not thinking of future’

 
Jun 12, 2015

Carlos Tevez refuses to discuss his Juventus future ahead of the Copa America as he’s ‘focused on the national team’.

The striker has been linked with Atletico Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain and Boca Juniors, with Juventus director general Giuseppe Marotta warning that the Bianconeri need to know his decision soon.

However, it appears the Old Lady will have to wait until after the Copa America, as the former West Ham United man appears in no mood to discuss his future.

“My future? I’m not thinking about it,” Tevez told Clarin.

“My head is here, completely focused on the national team.”

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Boca: 'Tevez talks this week'

 
Jun 12, 2015

Boca Juniors President Daniel Angelici will “start talks with Carlos Tevez, Juventus and his agent this week.”

Angelici has been saying for months that Tevez wants a return to his beloved Boca before his contract with Juve expires in June 2016.

The Argentine is currently taking part in the Copa America, so they see this as the perfect time to increase the pressure.

“We need to be cautious on the Tevez issue, as this type of negotiation is not easy when he has a contract with Juventus,” Angelici told reporters.

“This week we will start talks with him, with Juventus and with his agent. It’s a difficult operation and will require patience.

“After the Uruguay game, we will go and get a coffee together. He always told me of his desire to return to Boca, not just for him, but for his children too.”

Tevez has also been linked with PSG, Valencia and Atletico Madrid, but seems intent on leaving Juve only for Boca Juniors.

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Tevez: ‘No issue with Messi’

 
Jun 12, 2015

Juventus striker Carlos Tevez insists he gets on well with Argentina teammate Lionel Messi, and calls him ‘the best in the world’.

The pair were seen talking before the Champions League final, but covered their mouths with their hands.

Back in his home nation for the Copa America, Tevez was asked whether something important was being discussed, with rumours the pair don’t get along.

“No, it was nothing,” the striker replied, speaking to Clarin.

“Messi and I have laughed together about everything that’s been said. All it takes is a look or a hug to say a lot of things, there’s no need to say anything.

“We spoke, as is natural, before the World Cup final. We talked after the World Cup too, he greeted me with a hug and we talked about football for two hours.

“I said before the Champions League final: Messi is the best in the world, and no-one can do the things he does. You can’t compare him with me, or anyone else.

“‘Messi and Tevez are friends’ doesn’t sell newspapers. ‘Messi and Tevez are enemies’ will.”

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Tevez Edges Closer To Return Home

 
Jun 13, 2015

Carlos Tevez has moved a step closer to returning back to Argentina, with a meeting set with the president of Boca Juniors.

The Juventus forward started his career at Boca Juniors and now it appears that Tevez will be rejoining his boyhood club.

According to Tuttomercatoweb.com, the president of Boca Juniors Daniel Angelici will meet with Tevez in Chile to discuss a move to Argentina.

The striker is in Chile with the Argentina squad for the 2015 Copa America.

31-year-old Tevez has enjoyed remarkable success with Juventus, winning two consecutive Serie A titles and the Coppa Italia.

The former Manchester City hitman was also part of Juventus’ run to the Champions League final this season, where they lost to Barcelona 3-1 in Berlin.

That game in Berlin would be Tevez’s last in a Bianconeri shirt should he move back to his home town this summer.

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Paris Saint-Germain Step Up Chase For Tevez

 
Jun 13, 2015

Paris Saint-Germain are set to step up their pursuit of Juventus forward Carlos Tevez, with the Argentine heavily linked with a move away from Turin in the past week.

The 31-year-old enjoyed one of his best seasons of his career last season, winning the domestic double and narrowly missing out on the treble, with the Bianconeri losing 3-1 to Barcelona in the Champions League final last Saturday in Berlin.

According to SportItalia, PSG will offer the former Boca Juniors forward €10 million per season plus bonuses if he were to join the Parisians this summer, where he could join former Serie A stars Edison Cavani and Javier Pastore among others at Les Rouge-et-Bleu.

La Liga side Atletico Madrid were also said to be interested in signing the former Manchester United and Manchester City striker but are now thought to have dropped out of the running.

The Buenos Aires born forward has made 66 appearances and scored 39 goals in Serie A in his two seasons in Turin since his move from Manchester City in 2013.

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Carlos Tevez deal difficult due to
Boca Juniors - Atletico Madrid president

 
Jun 14, 2015

Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo says it will be difficult to sign Carlos Tevez from Juventus given the Argentina striker's long-standing desire to return to Boca Juniors.

Tevez is under contract until 2016 and has repeatedly said he will not sign an extension as he plans to return to Boca, where he began his career, next summer.

Atletico boss Diego Simeone has confirmed that he would like to sign the striker, but Cerezo accepts that the 31-year-old may only be thinking about a move back to his homeland.

"It's difficult to compete with personal sentiment, as his heart might tell him to go to Boca, but he's a player we like who is a great person and professional," he told Radio Uno.

Juve general manager Beppe Marotta told Tevez this week that he must make a quick decision, adding: "The possibility of him leaving is still very high, but I don't want to put a percentage on it."

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'I was bored of football' - People's player
Tevez enjoying his second chance with Argentina

The 31-year-old forward is back in favour for his country after more than
three years in the international wilderness - and he is determined to make it count.

 
Jun 14, 2015

The Copa America does not bring back happy memories for Carlos Tevez, but back in the Argentina set-up again after an absence of more than three years, El Apache is a changed man. And this time, he is eager to enjoy every minute.

Tevez was the only player from either side to miss a penalty as Argentina surprisingly succumbed to Uruguay in the quarter-finals of the last Copa America in 2011 on home soil. It was a huge disappointment.

That night in Santa Fe was worse still for Tevez personally because it was the start of a spell on the sidelines in international terms. Never picked by Alejandro Sabella, Carlitos didn't pull on the famous white and light-blue shirt again until late last year under current coach Gerardo Martino.

Defeated, discarded and disillusioned, the forward fell out of love with the game and even his status as the people's player was little comfort.

"Football bored me more than that nickname. At one time, I was more bored by that than by what people called me," Tevez told the Copa America official site in an exclusive interview. "Playing so much football bores you. There comes a time when, without a break, you get bored."

But that extended period in the wilderness has given the Juventus forward a different perspective and Tevez in 2015 is a different player to the precocious talent that emerged at Boca Juniors and made his Argentina debut in 2004.

"I'm 31 now, not 20 any more like I was then," he said. "Before I speak, I think about things. Before I spoke without knowing. That has made me more mature.

"When you are in the national team for so many years and you see so many things, sometimes you don't enjoy it as much. But having been away for four years like I was, I have realised that the Seleccion (national team) is everything for a player.

"It's a reward for everything you do at the club where you play. It's comfortable now. Today it is something, as I have said, that you enjoy much more. I missed the dressing room. I missed the guys. I missed this atmosphere."

And even though he accumulated more than 60 caps between 2004 and 2011, Tevez believes he has more to offer this time around.

"I am eight kilos lighter," he said. "I think I am better physically, better emotionally and better in football terms. I am better than I was before. When you feel important at your club, that makes you feel good inside and out, I believe that shows on the pitch."

A superb season with Juventus saw the Argentine win Serie A and the Coppa Italia, before missing out to Barcelona in last weekend's Champions League final in Berlin.

"As a kid I dreamed of being Tevez," he said. "I fought to be Tevez. It was very hard for me to become what I am today. I'm not going to reject what I am. I think to reject who I am would be to not value myself and not think about everything I did to become Tevez.

"I love the passion, the fans, everything that surrounds it. I rejected that before, now I enjoy it. Everything. The day to day. Everything is a dream. You always have to get up each morning with a dream and try to achieve it. So I think that everything in football is a dream."

And it is certainly a much happier dream now than the nightmare of 2011 and his subsequent enforced exile from the Albiceleste.

"I don't like to call it revenge," he said. "But yes, it's a Copa America where you have the obligation of being a contender. This generation of players has been together for a long time and deserves to win something."

For Tevez, however, it is not about personal glory. For El Apache, being back with the Albiceleste means much more than that.

"I represent the lower class in Argentina," he said. "The poor people. You have to give everything on the pitch for them.

"They are the people we should never forget because they are the ones that receive the least help. The aim is to give some joy to those people."

A changed man but still the people's player, Tevez begins a new chapter with Argentina. And he is determined to make it count.

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Boca Juniors Set To Meet With Tevez

 
Jun 14, 2015

Argentinian powerhouse Boca Juniors are looking to bring Juventus striker Carlos Tevez back to La Bombonera.

Tevez began his career with the Buenos Aires-based outfit and has never hidden his desire to return to his boyhood club. With Boca’s presidential elections approaching, incumbent Daniel Angelici sees the signing of Tevez as the chance to secure victory, particularly after a disastrous season.

According to Tuttomercatoweb.com, the ex-Manchester City forward will be offered a two year contract worth €5 million per season, which could see him link up with Italy striker Pablo Osvaldo.

Tevez is currently with the Argentina national squad as they compete in the Copa America in Chile. It is reported that Angelici will fly out to meet with the Juventus man personally in a bid to convince him to join.

Between 2001 and 2004 Tevez made 75 appearances for Boca and became a fan favourite, before leaving for Corinthians of Sao Paulo.

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Tevez Wards Off Liverpool Transfer Interest

 
Jun 14, 2015

Carlos Tevez has rejected the possibility of joining Liverpool in the English Premier League and is ever more likely to make a desired return to his beloved Boca Juniors in Argentina.

After a prolific season of goal scoring with Juventus and earning a runners up medal in the Champions League final, the 31-year-old is reported to be keen on continuing his playing career away from Europe and back in his native South America

According to the Daily Star, Tevez has said no to an offer from Atletico Madrid and now Liverpool, with the striker also set to respond to an imminent offer from Paris Saint-Germain in the coming days.

The former Manchester United hit man has notched 39 Serie A goals since joining the Bianconeri in 2013 though his current contract with the Scudetto champions expires in 2016.

Reports are now heavily linking him with a return home to Boca Juniors rather than an extension to his current deal.

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Angelici flies in for Tevez

http://www.football-italia.net/67838/angelici-flies-tevez?

 
Jun 15, 2015

Boca Juniors President Daniel Angelici has flown to Chile to meet Juventus forward Carlos Tevez, but it’s not clear if he’ll be allowed to.

The 31-year-old has been linked with a return to his boyhood club, with only a year remaining on his Bianconeri deal.

Tevez is in South America, representing Argentina in the Copa America, and ESPN reports that Angelici has flown to host country Chile to meet with the forward.

However, Calciomercato reports that the Argentinian federation, the AFA, may not allow the patron to meet with one of their players while the tournament is going on.

As for Juventus, the Old Lady have made it clear that they’d like Tevez to stay, though have ultimately left the decision down to Tevez.

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Boca: ‘Contact with Tevez’

http://www.football-italia.net/67842/boca-‘contact-tevez’?

Jun 15, 2015

Boca Juniors secretary general Cesar Martucci confirms ‘we have spoken with Juventus’ about Carlos Tevez.

The Argentinian side have made no secret of their desire to bring Tevez back to the Bombonera, but the official also said club President Daniel Angelici has not yet spoken to the player after flying to Chile.

“There are several different interests which must come together,” Martucci said, as reported by Calciomercato.

“It’s up to President Angelici to negotiate, we’ve already spoken with Juventus and made contact with the player, but we have to be careful not to create expectations we then can’t live up to.

“Tevez has another year on his contract with Juventus, and we respect that. We can’t get involved in their business and interfere.

“In fact, the President has not yet talked with Tevez in Chile.”

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Juventus will get a Carlos Tévez decision by Friday

http://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2015/6/16/8786297/carlos-tevez-juventus-boca-juniors-serie-a-transfer-rumors-2015

Jun 15, 2015

While there's been a lot of talk about who may be arriving at Juventus this summer besides striker Paulo Dybala and midfielder Sami Khedira, chatter of who may be leaving has been there as well. It's not as fun to talk about who might be leaving Turin because a lot of those names are near and dear to our hearts, but sometimes we just have to deal with it.

According to word from a man in the know about a thing or two who goes by the name of Gianluca Di Marzio, we could very well know what the future holds for Juventus' No. 10, Carlos Tévez, in a matter of days at the very most. Considering how the future of Tévez seems relatively uncertain at this point, getting an answer — regardless of if it's good or bad — as soon as possible will be the most important development to date.

After two great seasons in Turin, Carlos Tevez could be leaving Serie A. Juventus is waiting for the striker to inform them of his decision, the club and Tevez's entourage have agreed to meet in person by Friday to find out the final decision. Tevez is being pursued by PSG, Atletico Madrid and Boca Juniors but still has another season on his contract with Juventus.

And for double confirmation regarding this matter...

Romeo Agresti @romeoagresti
Entro venerdì summit tra la #Juventus e l'entourage di #Tevez: dentro o fuori. Il #Boca, intanto, va in pressing.

Romeo Agresti @romeoagresti
#Juventus expects a response from #Tevez this week.

See? Double confirmation.

While we hear about rumors of Tévez drawing interest from the likes of Atléti and PSG, it's hard to imagine — at least from this person's point of view — to see him go anywhere other than Boca if he does end up leaving Juventus. Maybe that's just me, but the general feeling was that whenever Tévez did leave, whether it was this summer or next summer when his contract expires, it was because he would be heading home to Argentina to be with his family and play for Boca.

Now we just have to play the waiting game. Which, in this case, isn't as fun as waiting for Dybala's move to Juventus was. That was exciting news, This has potential to be pretty unfortunate depending on which direction Tévez goes.

So, until then, I guess we just get to hear about the same potential replacements for Tévez if he does leave this summer.

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Juventus want Carlos Tevez's decision on his future by Saturday

http://www.espnfc.co.uk/story/2494419/juventus-want-carlos-tevez-future-decided-by-saturday?

Jun 16, 2015

Carlos Tevez must make a decision about his future with Juventus by this Saturday, the club's sporting director Beppe Marotta told Corriere dello Sport on Tuesday.

The striker held talks with Argentine club Boca Juniors on Monday in Chile over a possible return to his former club.

Tevez, 31, is under contract with Juve for another year but has been linked with a return to Boca Juniors while Atletico Madrid are also keen to sign the 31-year-old during the summer transfer window.

"We are very grateful for everything that Tevez has done for Juventus and we would like him to remain with us," Marotta told the Italian daily. "We will respect his decision, but we want an answer by the end of the week. We think that is only fair for everyone. We will announce the decision on Saturday and the alternatives are either Juventus or Boca."

On Tuesday, Boca president Daniel Angelici met with Tevez, who is representing Argentina at the Copa America. Angelici said that no decisions would be made until after the regional event.

"We have to be prudent and be cautious. We must be respectful of Juventus, who have his rights," Angelici told ESPN FC radio (ESPN 107.9 FM) in Argentina. "Yesterday, all we did was have some maté together and talk because he his focused on Copa America. Once it is over we will see whether we can resolve his current situation with Juventus. If not now, surely it will be done when his contract is up in 2016.

"Carlos Tevez has had offers from three or four big European clubs and we can't compete with them. We want to make the effort to bring a player of his level, but that is why we have to be patient and make the right moves.

"If the possibility exists, it would be great. Each time we have tried to bring in a player it has gone well for us. We have a healthy club and we can make the effort. But until the Copa America finishes and everything is over, we have to be cautious. Right now, we are here to support the national team."

Angelici, meanwhile, told TyC Sports via La Nación that Juventus or Boca are Tevez's only options.

"I am sure that Tevez will stay either with Juve or return to Boca," he said, adding that any potential arrival of Tevez would not affect Daniel Osvaldo.

The Italy international is on loan to Boca from Southampton through June 30.

"They are completely different subjects," Angelici said. "The arrival of one does not depend upon the exit of the other. Osvaldo has a personal problem and when things calm down we will talk to him to find out what he wants to do and to determine whether we can afford to bring him in."

La giornalaccio rosa dello Sport on Tuesday claimed the meeting had "positive results" and that a three-year contract worth $5 million a season could be in the offing.

Tevez signed for Juve from Manchester City in 2013 and scored 20 Serie A goals last season as the Old Lady won a fourth straight league title.

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Losing Carlos Tevez This Summer
Would Be Terrible Business for Juventus

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2498570-losing-carlos-tevez-this-summer-would-be-terrible-business-for-juventus?

Jun 17, 2015

As Juventus players and officials began their summer break, they would undoubtedly have done so in a supremely confident mood.

The Bianconeri enjoyed an incredible campaign, winning a league-and-cup double for only the third time in the 118-year history of the club as their dominance of Italian football showed no sign of ending. Reaching the final of the Champions League was another major accomplishment, one they should reflect upon with great pride, as discussed in this previous column.

Yet the continued success of La Madama could be irreparably damaged should Carlos Tevez opt to leave her behind in the coming weeks.

Much to the dismay of supporters, the striker has been linked with a move to either Atletico Madrid or Boca Juniors, according to Selene Scarsi of ESPN FC. Juventus quickly made their position on the matter clear, with director general Beppe Marotta telling reporters the club “would respect his decision, but we want an answer by the end of the week,” via Sport Media Set (h/t Football Italia).

Having already added Paulo Dybala, and with talk of a deal for Mario Mandzukic emerging from transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, it would initially appear that the Turin giants could comfortably cope with the loss of a 31-year-old with just 12 months left on his contract.

OptaPaolo ✔@OptaPaolo
50 - The number of goals scored by Carlos Tevez in 96 games for Juventus (in all competitions): one every 155 minutes. Departure?

Yet that would overlook the massive contribution Tevez has made since arriving from Manchester City, a £10 million signing who has proven to be incredible value for money. In simple terms, he has netted 50 goals in 96 appearances for the club, making him comfortably the leading scorer over his two-year stay.

Often overlooked in any discussion of the continent’s finest players, he may lack the supreme greatness of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi but should be leading the group of names behind them. Tevez possesses incredible skill, vision and awareness and is capable of shredding even the best defences with a moment of sheer brilliance.

Unafraid of the spotlight, he performs when Juventus need him the most and was instrumental in their Champions League success this season. His belief that every game can be won no matter the circumstances makes his presence essential, and his attitude since arriving in Serie A has been nothing short of superb.

Joining Gigi Buffon, Andrea Pirlo and Patrice Evra, Tevez is one of the team’s genuine leaders, setting a wonderful example for his team-mates both on and off the pitch. Mandzukic may share the same tireless work ethic that the Argentinian is famous for, but it remains to be seen if the likes of Alvaro Morata, Paul Pogba and Roberto Pereyra would follow him in the same manner.

That trio clearly hold Tevez in the highest regard, and Dybala could learn so much from a year of playing alongside him. Indeed, his passing on the effort, dedication and professionalism passed to his compatriot—and perhaps also to 20-year-old Italian star Domenico Berardi—would be invaluable.

The goals would undoubtedly come from other members of the squad, but the intangible qualities of Tevez would be a loss that could prove difficult to overcome in a single summer. The Bianconeri thrived despite Antonio Conte’s hasty exit last summer yet might not be able to repeat that should Tevez follow the former coach through the exit door.

If anything, the subsequent appointment of Massimiliano Allegri improved the team, and his shift away from the 3-5-2 formation only served to make Juventus—and Tevez himself—an even more devastating force against opposing defences. Under his guidance, the player has greater freedom of movement, which was reflected in his play this year as he arguably became even more important to the team.

One final problem came to light on Monday, with the player’s agent Adrian Ruocco admitting to Tutto Mercato Web on Monday that they “don’t know if Boca Juniors are even capable of paying his wages,” (h/t Express Sport).

Whether that is true or not, there is no denying the fact that Juventus simply cannot afford to lose Carlos Tevez this summer.

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Tevez agrees Boca deal

http://www.football-italia.net/67904/report-tevez-agrees-boca-deal?

Jun 17, 2015

It’s reported Carlos Tevez has agreed a three-year deal with Boca Juniors, but Juventus want €5m for the striker.

The President of the Argentinian club, Daniel Angelici, flew to Chile this week to meet with the forward, who is representing the national team in the Copa America.

The Bianconeri have demanded an answer by the end of this week, and despite the player’s agent expressing doubt over Boca’s finances, Mediaset reports that a deal has been agreed.

The news outlet believes that Tevez has agreed a three-year deal to return to his boyhood club, with his agent expected to meet with the Old Lady in Turin this week.

Mediaset believes this is the last sticking point for the potential transfer, with Juve demanding at least €5m to allow their star man to leave a year early, though Boca could offer some promising youngsters in exhange.

It’s believed that Mario Mandzukic would be the likely replacement were Tevez to leave, with some reports that a deal is already agreed with the Atletico Madrid man.

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Tevez Will Only Leave Juventus
If Boca Juniors Can Afford Him

http://forzaitalianfootball.com/2015/06/tevez-will-only-leave-juventus-if-boca-juniors-can-afford-him/?

Jun 17, 2015

Juventus striker Carlos Tevez’s agent has hinted that the Argentine will only return to Boca Juniors if his old club can offer him a similar package to the one he is on in Turin.

It had been widely expected that the former Manchester City man would leave the Bianconeri this summer to move back to Buenos Aires – although his agent has claimed that Boca would have to try and go some way to meeting his €5.5 million annual salary.

Speaking to TMW, his Italian agent Adrian Ruocco said: “Tevez to Boca? It is worth examining everything at the moment because we have to be able to understand it Boca Juniors can provide the same engagement to Tevez.”

The Xeneizes vice-president has spoken in private about how he believes the club are close to agreeing the deal and he is happy with how negotiations have progressed.

Boca Juniors are likely to have to offer up to €5m as a transfer fee if they are to secure the Argentina international’s signature.

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Tevez demands Boca move

http://www.football-italia.net/67907/reports-tevez-demands-boca-move?

Jun 17, 2015

Several reports claim the meeting between Juventus and Carlos Tevez’s agent has made it clear the striker wants to leave.

It was reported earlier today that Adrian Ruocco would meet with the Bianconeri to decide the player’s future.

Following reports that Tevez has agreed a contract with Boca Juniors, Sky, Calciomercato and Gianluca Di Marzio’s website are reporting that his agent has made it clear that the forward wants to be allowed to leave.

The 31-year-old has always stated that he wishes to end his career with Boca, and the Argentinian side have been pushing to sign him a year before the end of his Juve deal.

The Old Lady are believed to be demanding a €5m fee for their top scorer, but may also accept players in exchange.

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Juve 'free Tevez' comments disputed

http://www.football-italia.net/67913/juve-free-tevez-comments-disputed?

Jun 17, 2015

Juventus director Beppe Marotta is quoted as saying Carlos Tevez can join Boca Juniors for free, but the comments are disputed.

The striker wants a return to his beloved side in Argentina, but has a contract with the Bianconeri until June 2016.

“The player is human and we must respect the human aspect of this situation,” Marotta was quoted in Argentine paper Olé.

“He has expressed his desire to see out a glorious career in Argentina. We are waiting for his response, as we don’t want to generate a counter-productive situation that would cause problems for all concerned.

“Hopefully we will get an answer by Saturday. If he stays, we will be happy. If he goes, we have a great deal of respect for all he has done and the will of the player is fundamental.”

It was reported Juventus were asking for a €5m fee to release Tevez, but Marotta’s comments suggest the long-standing Boca pact could change that.

“We are prepared to free him from his contract so that he can return home, but not to any other club, especially one in Europe.

“We are certain that if he does leave, it will be for Argentina.”

However, Sky Sport Italia and other sources based in Italy assure Marotta did not tell Olé that Tevez would be allowed to go free of charge.

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Nedved: 'Tevez made Boca choice'

http://www.football-italia.net/67914/nedved-tevez-made-boca-choice?

Jun 17, 2015

Pavel Nedved confirms Carlos Tevez “wants to go home and has made his decision” to leave Juventus for Boca Juniors.

The situation is now becoming clear, as today Tevez’s agents met with Juve to discuss an exit strategy a year before his contract expires in June 2016.

“I think Tevez wants to go home,” club advisor Nedved told gianlucadimarzio.com.

“This year he has given so much, but he appears to have made his decision now. He gave a great deal in these seasons for Juve and this year practically never held back.”

It remains to be seen whether Boca will be able to pay a transfer fee or hope he can terminate his contract by mutual consent.

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Carlos Tévez reportedly heading back to Boca Juniors

http://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2015/6/17/8799177/carlos-tevez-juventus-boca-juniors-transfer-rumors

Jun 17, 2015

The day Carlos Tévez decided to go back to Boca Juniors was never going to be a shock to anybody. It's basically been an assumed formality ever since the 31-year-old Argentine joined Juventus before the 2013-14 season. And a lot of us figured, after everything we've heard in the media, that rather important bit of news might come some time this summer.

Juventus reportedly wanted a decision by the end of the week, which was then confirmed by Beppe Marotta. According to Gianluca Di Marzio of Sky Italia, Tévez has made his decision and Juventus has gotten the final verdict a couple of days early. And, unfortunately for those of us who like a certain team that wears black and white stripes on a regular basis, it looks like it won't be involving Carlitos wearing that same jersey next season.

More from Di Marzio:

Carlos Tevez's much anticipated decision has arrived, and it's not good news for Juventus fans.

Okay, brace yourselves...

The former Manchester City striker has informed Juventus through his agent that he wants to return to Argentina, specifically at his former club Boca Juniors. At this point his transfer is almost certain, after two years in Serie A Carlos Tevez has his suitcase ready.

Team that report with an interview Pavel Nedved gave to Di Marzio's website...

Juvefc.com @juvefcdotcom
Nedved: “I think Tevez wants to go home. This year he has given so much, but he appears to have made his decision now. "

...and, yeah, you know where we're going with this.

Tévez may have one season left on the three-year deal that he signed when he moved from Manchester to Turin in the summer of 2013, but it seems as though we may never get to see him play out that third and final one. Marotta has said he will respect Tévez's decision no matter what it is, and it's not like he's been just sitting on his hands waiting for Carlitos to come to a final call.

Still, replacing Tévez — both on the field and his leadership within the squad — won't be easy or anything close to it. Nor should we expect it to be. Well, it's not like trying to replace a player that has scored 50 goals in 96 games over the last two seasons is ever some kind of simple task. Tévez was the world-class striker Juventus had been searching for, and that's exactly what they got. And when you consider the relatively low cost Marotta paid Manchester City acquire Tévez, then his value to the club the last two seasons becomes even greater.

So if this is close to being the goodbye, thank you, Carlos Tévez, for being awesome. Thank you for being you.