The summer transfer window is now in full swing, and Italy`s top football clubs are deep in negotiations, planning for the upcoming season. This period is often marked by significant player movement, strategic squad overhauls, and, inevitably, substantial financial transactions. This year is proving to be no exception, with major deals nearing completion that promise to reshape the Serie A landscape.
Significant Departures Set to Boost Club Coffers
Perhaps the most striking movement involves players potentially leaving Serie A for lucrative opportunities abroad. Atalanta, fresh off a successful season, is reportedly set to receive a considerable financial injection from Saudi Arabia. Striker Mateo Retegui is on the verge of a move to Al-Ittihad, a transfer that could net La Dea a reported €68 million. For the player, the deal is equally significant, with mentions of earnings potentially reaching €80 million over four years – a figure that underscores the financial power of the Saudi Pro League and its willingness to invest heavily in acquiring talent.
Napoli is also navigating the potential departure of a key forward. Victor Osimhen is widely expected to move to Galatasaray. The reported fee is in the region of €75 million, a sum that would allow Napoli to significantly reinvest in their squad. With Osimhen seemingly on his way out, Napoli`s attention has reportedly turned to Darwin Núñez as a primary target to fill the void left by the Nigerian international.
Juventus Plots Extensive Squad Overhaul
Meanwhile, Juventus appears to be planning one of the busiest transfer windows among Serie A`s elite. Reports suggest the club is targeting as many as seven new signings to rebuild and challenge at the top. A key position they are addressing is the full-back role, with Fiorentina`s Dodô openly expressing a desire to join the Turin club. This interest comes amid a reportedly strained relationship between Dodô and Fiorentina, making a departure seem increasingly likely. However, Juventus is also linked with other full-back options, including Piquerez from Palmeiras and Gutierrez from Girona.
Juventus`s ambitions extend beyond the defense. The club is reportedly negotiating severance pay for Jadon Sancho with Manchester United, hinting at a potential `coup` in the attacking department. Midfield reinforcements are also on the agenda, with Granit Xhaka linked, potentially facilitating the departures of Weston McKennie and Douglas Luiz. The club`s immediate priorities also include securing a new defender, another full-back (specifically to replace Weah), and a second-choice goalkeeper. Director Cristiano Giuntoli is reportedly working on complex deals, including a potential option-to-buy for Kolo Muani.
Other Notable Market Movements
Elsewhere in the league, there are other significant developments. Inter Milan has seemingly resolved the future of key midfielder Hakan Çalhanoğlu, who is reportedly staying at the club, providing crucial stability in the middle of the park for the champions. Roma is said to be in pole position to sign Lewis Ferguson from Bologna, a move that would strengthen their midfield options.
AC Milan faced a setback in their pursuit of Club Brugge`s Ardon Jashari, as the Belgian club reportedly rejected Milan`s advances, despite the player`s apparent willingness to move. Inter is also reportedly planning the future of young talent Valentin Carboni, potentially sending him to Genoa for further development. Torino, not to be left out, is reportedly targeting Oristanio and Ngonge to bolster their squad.
The Window of Change
This summer is shaping up to be a period of significant transformation for many Serie A clubs. The potential sales of high-value players like Retegui and Osimhen are providing teams with the capital needed to pursue their own ambitious targets, leading to a complex web of negotiations and rumored deals across Europe. The tactical chess match played out by club directors off the pitch is proving to be as compelling as the action on it, demonstrating that in the world of football transfers, certainty is a rare commodity until the ink is dry.
