Marchisio turns down Chinese side because of Inter link

The midfielder is looking for a club but couldn't stomach playing for the Chinese Super League side owned by the same group as Juve's Serie A rivals

Free agent Claudio Marchisio says he turned down a contract offer from Chinese Super League club Jiangsu Suning because of their links with Inter.

“I refused the proposal of Jiangsu Suning,” he confirmed to Sky Italy.

“Was it influenced by the fact that they are linked to Inter? Of course, it was a factor. The link to that shirt wouldn’t allow me to make that choice in good conscience.

“Japan or Arabia? We will need to see what the future holds. I couldn’t wear any other shirt in Italy after Juventus, so I can say that I will only be considering offers from abroad.

“I appreciate the interest, I have received so many messages, but I want to be logical. Could I return to Juventus? No, I made that decision a year ago."