Manchester United could use Gabriel Heinze as bait to buy Giorgio Chiellini, according to reports in Italy.
Corriere dello Sport claim that Ferguson is a big fan of the left-sided Italian Under-21 captain, while Juventus are acknowledged admirers of Heinze.
Chiellini of course has been a target for Manchester City, but Juventus have turned down a £7m bid.
"Juve's position is to refuse Manchester City's offer for Chiellini," announced Old Lady chief Cobolli Gigli on Tuesday night.
But if Heinze was to move in the opposite direction, Juventus' stance may well soften.
