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Juventus boss Agnelli says Zidane will not leave

First Published: May 29, 2001

Juventus owner Gianni Agnelli says Zinedine Zidane is not going to leave the Turin club.

Agnelli told reporters in Italy today that he "would never let anyone touch" the French star who is a constant target for Real Madrid president Florentino Perez.

Zidane himself says that Spain interests him more as a future move than two recent offers from Manchester United and Juve are fighting to keep the midfield star.

But Italy striker Filippo Inzaghi, who is linked with Inter, may leave soon.

"He's good and if he stays it's because he's a great player. But if we find someone who is better - I doubt it, but if we do - we will discuss it" said Agnelli.

Inzaghi is not top of the Inter target list though with AS Roma star Vincenza Montella wanted by the Milan club.

The Juventus owner is certain that coach Carlo Ancelotti will be retained for next season and backed the former Parma boss.