Juventus midfielder Sami Khedira turned down an approach from Everton this summer, according to reports.
The 32-year old German opted to remain with Juventus, despite the increase in competition for his position, with Adrien Rabiot and Aaron Ramsey both joining the Bianconeri in the summer.
According to Calciomercato (via Sport Witness), Everton made an approach for the Germany international but Khedira was holding out for interest from Arsenal.
When the Gunners didn’t come calling, the former Real Madrid man decided to remain in Turin.
Despite being heavily tipped to leave the club, Khedira remained determine to prove himself to manager Maurizio Sarri, ahead of potentially fighting his way into the Italian’s plans.
Fenerbahce joined Everton in submitting offers for the midfielder, although they too were ignored.
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This is an interesting story as it is one I hadn’t heard the slightest whisper about, although that could be that it just slipped through my net.
Khedira is far beyond his prime years now at 32, although with Fabian Delph brought in toward the end of his career it does indicate that Silva and Brands wanted an experienced head in midfield.
Khedira certainly has the pedigree, and the fact that he has continued actively playing for Juve this season shows the talent he still possesses. However, it isn’t the biggest loss in the world that Everton missed out
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