"I will never join Real. They were after me last summer but I decided that I will stay at Juventus until 2008," the Brazilian said.

"The story linking me with Real Madrid is now a classic, I am well used to reading it in the newspapers."

The 29-year-old's name was associated with a switch to Real Madrid, who desperately need a midfield reinforcement.

Since his arrival at the Stadio Delle Alpi in the summer of 2004 from Roma, Emerson has established himself as one of the most consistent midfielders in the Italian Serie A.

Juventus manager Fabio Capello will be relieved by these comments as Emerson is forming a strong partnership with Patrick Vieira in the heart of Bianconeri's midfield.