Sporting director takes swipe at Man Utd man set for Fulham

Juventus sporting director Beppe Marotta has taken a swipe at Fulham-bound striker Dimitar Berbatov.

The Manchester United man appeared set for a move to Italy with Fiorentina and the Old Lady interested but appears set to join up with Martin Jol at Craven Cottage.

“We reiterate that we only approached Manchester United and the player after we were informed he had already turned down Fiorentina,” Marotta said.

“Perhaps he forgot to tell Fiorentina that.

“Berbatov certainly did not make a good impression on anyone and it was an unprofessional way to behave, so we agree with Fiorentina that it’s best he didn’t come here.”

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