Juventus in contact with ex-Barcelona coach Xavi

L'Equipe says Juve have sounded out Xavi about the prospect of returning to management.

Xavi's response was that he doesn't intend to seek a return to football until after he's had a year off after last season's dismissal by Barca.

The Catalan's talks with Juve aren't being viewed as a threat to coach Thiago Motta's position.

Instead, it's suggested Xavi is being lined up for a 'new project' being put together by Juve, which could include the purchase of a new club or taking charge of an academy team.