Leonardo Bonucci, the Italian centre-back, has disclosed that he declined offers from Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain in 2017. Despite receiving financial proposals from both clubs, Bonucci chose to remain in Italy, ultimately signing with AC Milan.
Interest from Top European Clubs
Bonucci, who was 30 years old at the time, was a highly sought-after defender. His decision to leave Juventus in 2017 attracted interest from major European clubs. According to Bonucci, Pep Guardiola had already expressed interest in bringing him to Manchester City as early as the summer of 2016, as he told Sky. However, Bonucci opted to continue his career in Serie A.
Career Overview
Bonucci, known for his defensive prowess and ability to play out from the back, has had a distinguished career. He spent the majority of his career at Juventus, with a brief stint at AC Milan before returning to the Turin-based club. In January 2024, he joined Fenerbahçe from Juventus, as reported in previous news. Bonucci announced his retirement from professional football in May 2024.