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Nicolo Zaniolo's Father Plays Down Mino Raiola Speculation Amid Juventus Rumours

The father of AS Roma rising star Nicolo Zaniolo has said the midfielder will not be joining super-agent Mino Raiola, and he will sign a new contract with the Giallorossi despite rumours linking him to Juventus.

As reported by Sport Mediaset (h/t Football Italia), the Bianconeri were said to be preparing a big offer for the youngster, while there were also reports Raiola was hoping to add Zaniolo to his stable of clients.

technical director Gerard Nijkamp, Carmine Mino Raiola, chairman Adriaan Visser during the Dutch Eredivisie match between Feyenoord Rotterdam and PEC Zwolle at the Kuip on October 21, 2018 in Rotterdam, The Netherlands(Photo by VI Images via Getty Images)

His father Igor told Corriere dello Sport (h/t Football Italia) that won't be happening, however:

"Raiola asked for information and is interested in Zaniolo, but Vigorelli will remain Nicolo's agent for a long time.