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Federico Bernardeschi (29-Toronto), who was expected to follow in the footsteps of Italy's 'fantasy stars', is hoping to return to Juventus. Bernardeschi has sent a "counter-offer" to Juventus and is willing to take a pay cut. Juventus are also interested in reuniting with Bernardeschi.

European soccer transfer market expert Nicolo Skrera reported on social media on Wednesday (April 22), "Bernardeschi has offered Juventus a six-month loan. He dreams of returning to Juventus and is ready to take a pay cut to return. Juventus are evaluating this possibility, even if Bernardeschi is not a priority."

Amid the recent "Saudi Rush" of big league stars, the American scene is also proving to be an attractive destination for aging stars. In the past, world-class players such as Steven Gerrard (43), Wayne Rooney (38-England), and Zlatan Ibrahimovic (42-Sweden) have played in the MLS, while the current crop includes Lionel Messi (36), Luis Suarez (36-Inter), Lorenzo Insigne (32-Toronto), and Hugo Llorez (37-LA FC).

While most players head to the U.S. after they're well past their prime, Bernardeschi made the move in his 20s. In 2022, Bernardeschi's contract with Juventus expired and he joined Toronto. Atletico Madrid at the time. Despite offers from big European clubs like Tottenham and Napoli, Bernardeschi left Europe for a new challenge in the United States.

However, Bernardeschi's time in the U.S. didn't go so well, as he was criticized for not performing up to expectations given his high salary. After being put on the chopping block, Bernardeschi quickly became unhappy in the U.S. and has been pushing for a return to Europe since last summer. He would give up a lucrative salary of $6.29 million to return to Europe. Italian Serie A clubs such as Juventus, Napoli, Salernitana, and Bologna are among his favorite destinations.

The Italian international was dubbed a "fantasy star" at Fiorentina for his powerful left-footed kick and creative play. After rising through the ranks at Fiorentina, he 토토사이트 joined Juventus in the summer of 2017 with a bright future ahead of him. However, he struggled to compete with the more established players at Juventus and fell into a severe slump.

After Juventus ended his contract in the summer of 2022, Bernardeschi left Europe for the MLS. After a stellar 2022 season with Toronto, amassing eight goals and two assists in 13 games, he had a disappointing 2023 campaign, scoring just five goals and two assists in 31 games.