That’s according to La Stampa (h/t calciomercato.com), which has stated while Chelsea were initially expected to be the team that would go after Bonucci, the two local rivals have emerged as the main candidates, with both seeking to rebuild the defensive structure of their respective sides.
It’s also made clear that while managers Jose Mourinho and Pep Guardiola are keen to acquire the29-year-old, Juve “does not want to sell its defensive lynchpin.”
Bonucci has been such a vital player for the Bianconeri, excelling in a three-man defence under incoming Blues boss Antonio Conte, then for Massimiliano Allegri in the same setup and in a back four.