Defender Alves confirms Juventus exit

Defender Dani Alves has confirmed that he has left Serie A champions Juventus after one season in Italy, with Manchester City the most likely destination for the Brazilian, according to media reports. 

Juventus' chief Giuseppe Marotta told reporters last week that the defender had asked to leave the club. 

"I would like to thank all the Juventus fans for the year I've had, to my team-mates who welcomed me like the professionals they are, for a club that wins and reaches finals...," Alves wrote on Instagram. 

"Today our professional relationship ends and I will carry with me all of those who with love and a true heart make Juve a great club." 

Media reports have linked Alves with a move to Premier League side City for a reunion with former Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola.