Juventus confirm Paul Pogba medical

Juventus have confirmed that former Manchester United youngster Paul Pogba is due to complete a medical with the Italian outfit ahead of a proposed move to Turin.

The 19-year-old, who flew to Italy last night, decided to leave the former Premier League champions following a compensation agreement between the two parties.

The midfield prospect left Old Trafford on bad terms, with Red Devils boss Sir Alex Ferguson claiming that the teenager showed a "lack of respect".

Meanwhile, Juventus director Giuseppe Marotta has suggested that the Italian champions are unlikely to sign wantaway Arsenal striker Robin van Persie.