Benitez has been linked with a move to the Serie A side for a few months but Juventus have apparently now turned their attention to Sampdoria boss Luigi Del Neri.
Although Juventus have cooled on Benitez, he could still end up in Italy next season. AC Milan are reportedly interested after parting ways with former boss Leonardo this week. Inter Milan are also said to be lining up Benitez should Jose Mourhino join Real Madrid.