Alessandro Gamberini has claimed both Chelsea and Inter Milan chased his signature, only for the centre-back to sign a new deal with Fiorentina.
The Italian played out his entire career in Serie A and Serie B, featuring for the likes of Bologna, Fiorentina and Napoli before retiring at Chievo Verona.
He made 467 career appearances but could live to regret the decision he made early in his Fiorentina career, when Blues boss Jose Mourinho came calling.
Alessandro Gamberini (right) claims Chelsea and Inter Milan chased him during his career
'In the past, I was courted by some very competitive clubs, such as Inter and Mourinho's Chelsea,' Gamberini told Radio Bruno.