Thiago Motta to leave Bologna ahead of reported Juve switch

Thiago Motta will leave Bologna at the end of the season, the Serie A club said on Thursday, after a remarkable campaign that has attracted the attention of Juventus, Report informs via AFP.

Former Italy midfielder Motta will not renew his contract with Bologna, which expires at the end of June, following two years in charge.

He guided Bologna to the Champions League this season, the first time the club have qualified for Europe's top competition since 1964 when they won the last of their seven league titles.

Motta is widely reported to be replacing sacked Massimiliano Allegri at Juventus, with whom third-placed Bologna are locked on 68 points.

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