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title: "Medhi Benatia admits Juventus future is uncertain"
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author: "Henry Jackson"
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published: "2018-11-07T07:24:40Z"
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# Medhi Benatia admits Juventus future is uncertain

Juventus defender Medhi Benatia admits his future is unclear, amid reported interest from Arsenal and Barcelona.

The 31-year-old has struggled to feature prominently for the Serie A champions this season, with the form of centre-back veterans Leonardo Bonucci and Giorgio Chiellini keeping him sidelined.

Speaking to *La Stampa*, via *[Football Italia](https://www.football-italia.net/130274/benatia-%E2%80%98i-want-play-more%E2%80%99)*, Benatia admits a lack of playing time may make him reassess things in the January transfer window.

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> I’m struggling playing a game every now and then.

> Last year I did well because I had more consistency, unfortunately I don’t have it this year. It’s part of my job, and I work to always be ready, but it’s not a pleasant situation.

> It’s normal that I’m not enjoying it, I’m 31 and I want to play as much as possible.

> January? Let’s see what happens, how I’m used, if Juve still need me, if \[Coach Max\] Allegri wants me…

> I’m available to the team, as long as I’m here I’ll give my all. If I’m needed in the Champions League I’ll be ready

> YouTube: Mehdi Benatia – Juventus – Defensive Skills Show – 2018 HD

Rumours in Spain have suggested Barcelona will move for Benatia in January, as they look to solve their defensive shortage, while Arsenal have also been tipped by[*Tutto Mercato Web*](https://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/serie-a/tmw-milan-benatia-c-e-anche-l-arsenal-1176580)to make a bid.

The Morocco international is seen as someone who can bring experience to a Gunners back-line that has been criticised this season.

At 31, his best days may arguably be behind him, but he remains a defender full of pedigree who will be desperate to shine as a key player.

Benatia’s reputation grew after a superb spell with Roma in the 2013/14 season, which earned him a big-money move to Bayern Munich the following summer.

A loan switch to Juventus became permanent in 2017, but he has always struggled to nail down a regular place in the team.