Juventus general director Beppe Marotta has confirmed the club never considered signing Mario Balotelli in the summer.
Speculation linked Balotelli with a move from AC Milan to the Bianconeri, but instead the former Manchester City forward returned to the Premier League to join Liverpool.
Marotta denied a move for the player by the Italian champions, who have since begun the defence of their title in perfect style, winning their opening three games without conceding a goal under new boss Massimiliano Allegri.
“Balotelli? He has never been our target. We have never negotiated for him,” Marotta told Radio Uno.
“In January if we need to do so then we will make corrective measures.
“We are happy with the group at the disposal of Allegri, we are competitive in Italy and even in Europe, where there are other clubs stronger than us.
“I have heard criticism of our defence, but if I am not mistaken, after three games we have not conceded a goal.
“In recent years, Juventus’ appeal has returned to what it was in the past. Years ago, (Udinese forward Antonio) Di Natale would not come, but now champions are willingly doing so.
“We have created a structure, with (sporting director Fabio) Paratici that allows us to take advantage of opportunities in the market.”
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