Maignan waits, Asllani to La Liga, Rodriguez on hold 🤑 | OneFootball

Chaos and refereeing controversies on one side, a mini-breakaway on the other. Matchday 19 of Serie A did not disappoint expectations, as we await the last two matches today, especially Milan-Genoa, which will close out the midweek round.

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The transfer market, however, is heating up more and more: here are the most important news stories of the day.

Juventus, Spalletti to decide on Rodriguez

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus is not prioritizing Guido Rodriguez in the transfer market.

The midfielder is liked and both he and West Ham are open to a move, but at the moment the priority is a central defender as well as the return of Federico Chiesa. The decision on the Argentine will be made by Luciano Spalletti himself.

Milan, Maignan close to a lifetime renewal

Mike Maignan is close to renewing his contract, which expires on June 30, with a proposal of €5.5 million plus bonuses and a five-year duration (until 2031), longer than the previous offer made in January 2025.

Caution prevails at Via Aldo Rossi as they await the signature, but confidence is growing. According to Tuttosport, Maignan has appreciated the changes in management and the improved atmosphere at Milanello: “A competitive team, fighting for the top of the table, a healthy locker room… and a goalkeeping coach like Claudio Filippi who has become part of Maignan’s operating system,” all decisive factors in the French goalkeeper’s change of heart.

Inter, a La Liga club interested in Asllani

Girona has inquired with Inter about Kristjan Asllani, a midfielder coming off an unconvincing loan spell at Torino. His time with the Granata ended early after 16 appearances and a total of 1,154 minutes in Serie A.

As reported by Matteo Moretto, his performance was deemed unsatisfactory and the early termination of the loan was the natural consequence. The player’s future now seems far from the Nerazzurri, with new developments expected in the coming weeks.

Napoli, Lang under scrutiny

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Noa Lang disappointed against Verona, missing an important chance to stand out. The absence of David Neres had put him at the center of expectations.

The newspaper reports: “The biggest disappointment is Lang… Conte urged him to stay more central, in the thick of the action.” Now the Dutchman risks losing his spot for Milan, with the transfer market looming in the background and the need to “send signals. Real, consistent ones. To avoid saying goodbye as early as January.”

Roma, contacts with Dragusin for defense

According to Gianluca Di Marzio, the number one target for defense is Radu Dragusin.

The Tottenham player has just returned from a serious cruciate ligament injury and wants to relaunch his career. Talks are ongoing, but the deal will need to be defined financially.

Lazio, Marusic renews

Lazio has reached an agreement with Adam Marusic to renew his expiring contract, according to Sky Sport.

Sportitalia adds a crucial detail. It is an extension until 2029 for the versatile full-back, now a symbol of the club. Essentially a lifetime contract for the Montenegrin.

Fiorentina, Baldanzi option

Corriere dello Sport reports that Fiorentina is considering not only Marco Brescianini, but also a pure attacking midfielder like Tommaso Baldanzi for January.

The Roma player has already opened up to the move, a deal welcomed by Paolo Vanoli, who intends to settle on the 4-2-3-1 formation. Developments on the terms and figures of the deal are awaited.

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