Manchester United and Liverpool "dropped out of the race to sign Ramsey after Juventus bid them £ 83 million"

Manchester United and Liverpool abandoned their interest in Aaron Ramsey after Juventus offered him a four-year deal worth 83 million pounds.

Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain also had talks with the 28-year-old, who was able to negotiate a pre-contract agreement after rejecting a new deal at Arsenal.

Bayern Munich, Inter Milan and Real Madrid have also expressed interest in Welsh.

Juventus has confirmed Aaron Ramsey's signature by posting this image on their website

But Manchester United and Liverpool refused to follow their interest in the midfield because they were not ready to meet their wage demands, according to the London Evening Standard.

The Serie A giants confirmed Monday that Welsh international Ramsey had signed a four – year deal before his accession this summer, on the expiry of his current contract with Arsenal.

Ramsey wrote on social media Monday night: "I wanted to make a personal statement for all fans of Arsenal who have been extremely loyal and supportive.

The Welsh signed a four-year deal before joining the Serie A team this summer

Attractive figures mean the 28-year-old will earn at least £ 83.2 million

"You've welcomed me as a teenager and have been there for me through all the ups and downs I've encountered during my stay at the club. It's with heavy heart that I'm leaving after 11 incredible years in North London.

"I will continue to give 100% to the team and hope to finish the season with vigor before heading to my next chapter in Turin."

Ramsey will become one of six British players to sign for Juventus. Two of them were also Welsh – John Charles and Ian Rush. But while Charles only earns £ 20 a week, Ramsey will join the highest football income in a club that already relies on Cristiano Ronaldo, who earns £ 28 million a year.

Ramsey leaves Arsenal after 11 years of service – earning him three England Cup

Ramsey performed a two-stage medical cycle with Juventus last month and will join the club on July 1, ending his 11-year career at Arsenal.

A statement from Arsenal was: "Everyone at the Arsenal Football Club wishes Aaron Ramsey a happy and successful future.

"Aaron has made a fantastic contribution to our club since arriving in Cardiff City in 2008. He has always been an accomplished professional and will always have a special place in the hearts and minds of Arsenal fans around the world."