Pirlo moves closer to MLS switch

Spanish media have reported that Andrea Pirlo has accepted a move to join MLS newcomers, New York City FC.

Pirlo moves closer to MLS switch
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By Jordan Stenner

Andrea Pirlo will apparently play his last game for Juventus on Saturday, and is set for a big money move to the MLS.

Although it was speculated that the Italian would not leave the club if they win the Champions League Final on Saturday, the player seems to have made it pretty clear that he has accepted the proposal made by the managers of New York City FC.

While at Juventus, Pirlo has played 119 games and notched up 16 goals. Pirlo made his Juventus debut in a 4-1 over Parma, chipping in with two assists. He also played his part in both Juventus' goals. as they beat Lazio 2-1 to win the 2015 Coppa Italia.

During this seasons Champions League, Pirlo has scored just one goal but has played his part in the team to help them reach this season's final against Barcelona. 

Whilst at Juventus, Pirlo has won the Serie A on four occasions, with this year being the fourth consecutive year the Turin side have been crowned champions. The Coppa Italia was also secured this year, setting them up for an historic treble. Along with those trophies, he has two Supercoppa Italiana medals.