Juventus blocks the departure of Benatia

Juventus is reportedly met today with agent Medhi Benatias and has told him to forget the departure in January for teams like Marseille, Arsenal or any other.

The defender is frustrated as he has very few minutes to play and is expected to leave so late at the end of the season.

Benatia and his agent met with Juventus directors this evening.

He has sought to be sold, but the club has reiterated their stance that after Andrea Barzagli is out for months after injury, they can not allow the 31-year-old to leave.

The defender has been interested in Arsenal and Marseille, while the Gunners have also sought it as a substitution opportunity after Aaron Ramsey passes to this team after six months.

Benatia has made six appearances for Juve this season.