Like a fine wine Andrea Pirlo just seems to be getting better with age. Few players can say they have represented Juventus, AC and Inter Milan - a testament to how highly regarded the midfield maestro is. Juventus are apparently keen to tie down Pirlo to a new deal, however the 34-year-old is keeping his options open. Giuseppe Moratta, Juventus' CEO, recently spoke about being confident of keeping one of the club's prized asset. "Pirlo's contract is coming to an end, but I can say that relations are excellent," Moratta said. "We'll extend his contract as soon as possible, and we'll let you know about the duration." It is familiar territory for Pirlo, who utilised the Bosman rule to move from AC Milan to his current club Juve back in 2011. Since his arrival the Turin giants have gone on to win back-to-back Serie A titles, with Pirlo himself playing an instrumental role. The World Cup winner has also been mesmeric for his country, dismantling England at the European Championships in 2012. Juve maybe keen to keep hold of their playmaker, but the fact remains he can already talk to potential suitors. If they have any sense, Europe's big boys will be circling in on Pirlo already. Indeed, a certain club in Manchester are desperately searching for a central midfielder...
Simon is an NCTJ qualified sports journalist. He has conducted interviews with Tony Adams and Peter Shilton, while also having work published in The Daily Telegraph and The Sun. Follow him on Twitter via @sr_collings.
