Bologna say Thiago Motta isn't staying with them

(ANSA) - ROME, MAY 23 - After leading Bologna to qualification for the Champions League, coach Thiago Motta will not be on the bench when they rub shoulders with European soccer's royalty next season.
    The surprise package, who are third in Serie A with one game left to play, said Thursday that the former Italy midfielder had told them that he does not intend to renew his contract, which expires at the end of the month.
    The 41-year-old has been strongly linked to Juventus after the Turin giants sacked Massimiliano Allegri.
    "Over the last two years I have got to know a well-prepared coach who is a winner and has given the team a brilliant identity in the way they play," said Bologna Chairman Joey Saputo.
    "The achievement of qualifying for the Champions League makes him and all the players part of the history of our club.
    "I would have liked him to stay at Bologna, but I can only thank him and his staff for these wonderful seasons and wish him the best for the future." (ANSA).