Manchester City's clash with Arsenal in the upcoming Community Shield on Sunday is not only a Premier League warm-up match, but also a possible farewell performance for Thomas Berdy. According to the Italian media, Serie A giants Juventus have quietly extended an olive branch, hoping to recruit the 30-year-old Ghanaian midfielder. Berdy himself also sees Juve as an ideal transfer destination, and both sides seem to be moving towards an agreement.
Arsenal's midfield was crowded after the introduction of Dylan Rice, and with Thomas Birdie's age and frequent absences due to injuries, there were several rumors that the Arsenal were interested in selling him after the end of last season. Despite previous interest from Saudi Arabian teams, Berdy is still keen to stay in Europe and has politely declined such offers.