Juventus 'in talks over loan deal for Memphis Depay'

Juventus are reportedly in discussions with Barcelona over a loan deal for Memphis Depay.

The 27-year-old arrived at Camp Nou on a free transfer last summer and has made 22 appearances for the Catalan giants in all competitions, scoring eight times and contributing two assists.

The arrival of Ferran Torres and return to fitness of Ansu Fati could limit Memphis's action in the second half of the season, though, and there has recently been speculation surrounding his future.

According to Italian journalist Gianluca di Marzio, Juventus have 'intensified' discussions with Barcelona in the hope of securing the Netherlands international on loan for the rest of the season.

Di Marzio claims that the Old Lady have stepped up their pursuit of a new attacker after losing Federico Chiesa for the rest of the campaign due to a serious knee injury.

Memphis, who has just returned to action after recovering from a hamstring problem, only has 18 months left to run on his contract at Camp Nou.