Juventus "optimistic" about Cuadrado deal

The Colombian struggled to make an impact at Stamford Bridge since signing in February 2015 and ended up spending the whole of last season on loan at the Serie A champions.

Juve president Giuseppe Marotta wants the winger to return to the Juventus Stadium and has reportedly offered £1.7m for another season-long loan deal with an option to make the deal permanent for £19m.

Marotta said yesterday that he is confident a deal can be done.

"I hope that over the next few days we can conclude the Cuadrado deal," he said.

"For now he is a Chelsea player. We presented a proposal to them and are waiting for a response, but we are optimistic".

Cuadrado has not been part of any of Chelsea's matchday squads this season and is expected to be deemed surplus to requirements once again.