💣 Juve idea, Roma sprint for two 💎, Bastoni renewal: yesterday's buzz 🤑 | OneFootball

There are now only a few hours left until the start of the World Cup, which this year will be held across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Tonight, the opening match at the historic Azteca Stadium will kick off the World Cup spectacle. 

Meanwhile, Italian clubs continue to work on the transfer market in search of reinforcements for next season. Let’s take a look at yesterday’s biggest transfer news. 

Juve, Gaetano an idea for midfield

Juventus continue to monitor the market in search of midfield reinforcements, and among the names to emerge in recent hours is Gianluca Gaetano. The 2000-born Cagliari player, coming off a season in which Fabio Pisacane used him in a deep-lying playmaker role, has caught the attention of the Bianconeri management.

The player has long been appreciated by Luciano Spalletti, who helped develop him during his time at Napoli, even imagining him in a role similar to the one played by Lobotka. According to Tuttosport, Juventus are seriously considering this option to strengthen their midfield.

Milan, Premier League and Turkey after Leao

Rafael Leao’s future seems increasingly far from Milan. In an interview with RTP, the Portuguese forward left the door open to a possible departure, explaining that he has already achieved the goals he set for himself with the Rossoneri and is ready for a new adventure.

According to the Corriere dello Sport, Chelsea and Galatasaray have shown interest, but no concrete offers have arrived so far. The next few weeks and the World Cup could, however, further heat up the market around Milan’s number 10. Milan had already set the price in recent days at between €50 million and €60 million.

Inter, Bastoni heading toward a renewal

Inter are working on Alessandro Bastoni’s future after rumors in recent weeks linked him with Barcelona. During yesterday’s meeting between the Nerazzurri management and the defender’s agent Tullio Tinti, the possibility of extending and improving Bastoni’s contract, which currently expires in 2028, was discussed.

As reported by FcInter1908.it, the idea would be to raise his salary from the current €5.5 million to the level of teammates Nicolò Barella and Hakan Calhanoglu, who both earn €6.5 million per season. Other transfer-related topics were also discussed during the meeting, including Matteo Ruggeri and young Luca Reggiani.

Napoli, Gila getting closer and closer

Napoli continue to push for Mario Gila. The Lazio defender is one of sporting director Giovanni Manna’s main targets, and he is said to have already reached an agreement in principle with the player on a five-year contract. One of the main obstacles is certainly Claudio Lotito, who currently has no intention of letting the defender leave.

According to Il Mattino, as relayed by Tuttonapoli.net, before making a decisive move they will need the final green light from Massimiliano Allegri, who is set to play a central role in the technical decisions of Napoli’s new era. Gila remains the top name on the list to strengthen the Partenopei defense ahead of next season.

Roma pushing for Greenwood and Alajbegovic

Roma are accelerating in the market, and Ryan Friedkin is personally moving on two targets considered top priorities: Mason Greenwood and Kerim Alajbegovic. As reported by the Corriere dello Sport, the Giallorossi club has already reached an agreement in principle with both players and remains in constant contact with their respective families.

Now they still need to find an agreement with Marseille and Bayer Leverkusen respectively, with the two clubs valuing the talents at more than €70 million combined. To finance the deal, Roma could also consider a major sale.

Lazio, Pellegrini heading toward goodbye

Luca Pellegrini’s future could be away from Lazio. Hull City, newly promoted to the Premier League, have now also entered the race for the Biancoceleste full-back, who has already been on Cesc Fabregas’ Como radar for several weeks.

According to Tuttomercatoweb, the English club has already opened its first direct contacts with the player, whose contract runs until 2027. It is a sign that confirms how a split with Lazio is becoming an increasingly concrete possibility.

Fiorentina, Kean’s future remains open

Fiorentina have not yet made a final decision on Moise Kean’s future. As reported by the Corriere Fiorentino, the Viola club can choose whether to stand firm and postpone any discussion until the release clause comes into play, or open the door to negotiations under different terms.

A lot will also depend on the upcoming World Cup, which could change the balance of the market and trigger a domino effect capable of influencing the situation of the Italy striker as well.

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