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No sooner had the three days of European cups been wrapped up than it's already time for Serie A, with Inter hosting Pisa at San Siro to kick off the 22nd round of the championship. 

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It's not just about the pitch and playing football: the transfer market is heating up with many negotiations. Below, as usual, are the most important news items for the Serie A big clubs.

Juventus, sprint for Krediet

According to Romeo Agresti, Juventus is very close to signing Feyenoord’s talent, the 2010-born Fortunato Krediet. The Bianconeri are reportedly in advanced talks for the young defensive midfielder, who is highly regarded in Dutch football circles.

Also according to Agresti, there is a possibility that he could arrive in Turin immediately, with subsequent integration into Juventus’ youth teams. The deal is therefore at a very advanced stage and could be finalized in the coming weeks.

Milan, monitoring McKennie

As reported by TMW, Juventus and Weston McKennie’s entourage will meet again in February to discuss the possible renewal of the American midfielder, whose contract expires in June. Luciano Spalletti is pushing for his confirmation, while the player is asking for €4.5 million net per season for four and a half years, compared to the current €2.5 million.

Meanwhile, according to TMW, Milan and Roma are keeping an eye on the situation to try to sign him on a free transfer should the renewal with Juventus fall through. The midfielder’s future therefore remains wide open.

Inter, Besiktas offer for Luis Henrique rejected

The Turkish daily Milliyet reports that Beşiktaş has made an official offer to Inter for Luis Henrique, the Brazilian winger bought from Marseille for €22.8 million at the start of the season. The proposed deal was a loan with an option to buy, but Inter’s response was negative.

Again according to Milliyet, Beşiktaş, active in the transfer market, is considering alternatives while continuing contacts only with profiles approved by coach Sergen Yalçın. Other negotiations for defensive and wing reinforcements also remain a priority.

Napoli, move for Lookman and Maldini

According to Il Mattino, Napoli has intensified contacts with Atalanta to further strengthen their attack after closing the Giovane deal, pending official confirmation. In recent hours, there is serious talk of Daniel Maldini, who could arrive on loan with a summer option to become another winger available for the second half of the season.

The newspaper adds that the real target remains Ademola Lookman, who returned to Bergamo after the Africa Cup of Nations and is considered likely to leave between now and the summer. The problem is the formula: the “zero balance” until February 2 complicates any financial maneuver, which is why Napoli cannot push but is counting on Atalanta’s need to sell without giving players away, especially considering the position is numerically covered by the return of former Napoli player Raspadori.

Roma, gap with Tottenham over Dragusin

Corriere dello Sport reports that there is still a gap between Roma and Tottenham regarding the terms of the deal for Radu Dragusin. The Spurs would prefer a permanent transfer, while the Giallorossi are aiming for a loan with an option to buy.

The parties will update in the coming days to try to reach an agreement. The negotiation remains open, but for now there is no agreement on the terms.

Lazio, Ranieri considered for defense

According to Alfredo Pedullà, Lazio is among the teams interested in Luca Ranieri, the Fiorentina defender who has been stripped of the captain’s armband and is now relegated to the bench after the switch to a back four by Paolo Vanoli. The player could leave La Viola as early as January.

Pedullà reports that Torino is also tracking the defender from La Spezia. His situation at Fiorentina, combined with reduced playing time, makes the possibility of an imminent transfer very real.

Fiorentina, Sabiri set to leave

Abdelhamid Sabiri is set to leave Fiorentina in the January transfer window. The attacking midfielder, born in 1996, is on the fringes of the squad and has made only one league appearance, making him one of the outgoing profiles.

According to TMW, Genoa is interested in the player as a reinforcement between the lines, but they are not the only club tracking him: two other Italian clubs have reportedly made inquiries. The Moroccan’s future nevertheless seems far from Florence.

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