Andrea Pirlo at New York derby ahead of expected NYC move

Updated 28/06/2015 at 21:52 GMT

Andrea Pirlo has all but confirmed his imminent move to New York City FC as he was spotted pitchside for their MLS derby with Red Bulls.

Andrea Pirlo in New York

Image credit: Imago

The Juventus midfielder is widely expected to sign for the Major League Soccer club next week, when his contract with the Bianconeri expires.

Italy hero Pirlo was at Yankee Stadium for tonight’s big derby between New York City FC and New York Red Bulls.

He waited pitchside for the NYCFC players to come off the field after the warm-up and saluted them, giving David Villa a hug.

28/06/2015 at 21:53

Frank Lampard was also present for the match, as today NYCFC confirmed he’ll make his debut on July 12 against Sebastian Giovinco’s Toronto FC.

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