In one of the most shocking developments of the summer, AC Milan have reached an agreement with rivals Juventus on a 40m euros (£35.1m) deal to sign highly rated Italian defender Leonardo Bonucci.
The news of the agreement was confirmed by the San Siro-based outfit with the 30-year old Italian international now expected to sign a five-year deal after he has passed his medicals.
#ACMilan reached an agreement with @juventusfc for the transfer of @bonucci_leo19, subject to medical completion 👉🏻 https://t.co/di5YXFILmS
— AC Milan (@acmilan) July 14, 2017
Leonardo Bonucci, who is regarded by many as the best defender in world football, has won six league titles in seven years since his move to Turin in 2010. He also led the Old Lady to two UEFA Champions League (UCL) finals in three seasons.