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Meanwhile, the transfer market is continuing to heat up. Here are the day’s biggest stories.

Juve courting Pellegrino: here’s the strategy

Juventus continue to work on revamping their attack and, according to Matteo Moretto, have set their sights on Mateo Pellegrino. The Parma striker is seen as the ideal profile to pair with a top-level international centre-forward, with names like Randal Kolo Muani and Alexander Sorloth still among the main targets. The player’s agents are expected in Italy in the coming weeks for initial contacts.

Interest in the Argentine is part of the Bianconeri’s strategy to build a more complete and competitive attack for next season. Pellegrino’s possible arrival would not rule out an investment in a top European star, with Juventus looking to move on two fronts to give Spalletti a forward line full of options.

Milan, another defensive target beyond Gila

Milan continue to be active in the market ahead of the new season. With Mario Gila’s arrival now seemingly imminent, the Rossoneri are considering another defensive reinforcement, especially if Fikayo Tomori ends up leaving.

According to Sportmediaset, the name being followed most closely is Udinese’s Thomas Kristensen, identified as a possible replacement to complete the back line.

Inter, Jones remains the top target! But...

Inter still consider Jones their first choice to strengthen the midfield, but the deal remains an uphill battle. Liverpool are not lowering their demands, setting the asking price at €40 million, a figure the Nerazzurri consider excessive. Even so, tuttomercatoweb underlines that the club have not yet abandoned the trail, despite being aware of the difficulties in reaching an agreement.

Meanwhile, the possible alternatives are dwindling. Koné remains untouchable at Roma, while Atta is now on the verge of joining Fiorentina. The other profiles being assessed are not considered starters, which is why, if the move for Jones falls through, Inter could be forced to identify new targets on the market, also while waiting for a possible sale of Frattesi.

Napoli, a surprise name for Allegri

Among the names Napoli are tracking to strengthen the full-back areas is Tommaso Barbieri. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Cremonese defender is liked by Massimiliano Allegri, who knows him well after handing him his debut for Juventus in both Serie A and the Champions League.

Born in 2002 and developed in Novara’s youth academy, Barbieri first impressed with Juventus Next Gen, then at Pisa and finally at Cremonese, where he established himself in Serie A. His versatility, which allows him to play on either flank, makes him a profile appreciated by the Azzurri coach.

Roma tracking the Strasbourg winger

Roma continue to look for reinforcements on the wings and one of the profiles being monitored is Diego Moreira. According to forzaroma.info, the 2004-born Strasbourg player, who starred with Belgium at the World Cup, is one of the names most appreciated by new sporting director D’Amico and by Gasperini.

The deal, however, looks set to be complicated. Strasbourg value the player at around €40 million, while Chelsea retain a buy-back clause. The shared ownership of the two clubs could still help facilitate any potential negotiations.

Lazio, Fabiani in Croatia for Sergi Dominguez

Lazio are trying to speed things up for Sergi Dominguez after missing out on target Asp Jensen. According to Il Messaggero, sporting director Angelo Fabiani has flown to Croatia to negotiate directly with Dinamo Zagreb and try to unlock the deal for the 2005-born defender.

The operation, however, remains complicated. The Croatian club value Dominguez at around €15 million, while Lazio are currently ready to offer about €10 million. On top of that, Dinamo will have to pay 20% of any future sale to Barcelona, a factor that makes the negotiations even more difficult.

Fiorentina want to send Gosens back to Germany

Robin Gosens could return to Germany. According to Bild, Schalke 04 have renewed their strong interest in the Fiorentina wing-back, whom they had already tracked during his time at Atalanta, and want to try to bring him back to the Bundesliga.

Fiorentina would be open to a sale, making the deal sustainable for the German club. The main obstacle remains his wages, as Schalke would offer a lower contract than the one the player currently earns, but contacts will continue over the next few days.

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