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On a sad day like this Friday, July 31, when the entire football world stops to remember Franco Baresi, the spotlight is on the Milan and Italy legend.

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Still, there is also room for a few transfer market talking points. Let’s look at the most relevant ones.

🤷?♂️ Juve, Theo will remain just a dream!

Theo Hernández will not return to Italy. The French full-back, after his spell at Milan and his move to Saudi Arabia, had expressed a desire to come back to our league, offering himself to Napoli and Juventus.

As reported by Corriere della Sera, however, the possibility of seeing the Frenchman in either shirt has definitively faded. The reason is mainly financial: Hernández’s high salary does not allow the two Italian clubs to meet the player’s demands, effectively making a return to Serie A unworkable.

⏳ Milan, Gala preparing an offer for Leão

Fenerbahçe continue to keep a close eye on Rafael Leão, but the race for the Milan forward could widen.

According to Fanatik, Galatasaray’s management are considering making an initial proposal for a loan with an obligation to buy. A formula that is unlikely to convince Milan, who are intent on selling Leão on a permanent deal. However, there could soon be the first contacts between the two clubs to discuss the move, with the Portuguese having repeatedly expressed in recent weeks his desire to change teams after seven years with the Rossoneri.

😨 Inter, Çalha to Turkey in the final days of August?

New rumors from Turkey over the possible return home of Hakan Çalhanoğlu. According to the Turkish press, Fenerbahçe have already made their first moves to convince the Inter midfielder to move to Istanbul. Board member Cihan Kamer, together with the club delegation, reportedly met the entourage of Inter’s No. 20 during their recent visit to Italy.

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The latest talks are said to have been positive, with Çalhanoğlu reportedly giving his general approval to the move. Fenerbahçe are expected to step up their efforts after the second leg against Sturm Graz, scheduled for August 11. Inter, who consider the midfielder crucial for Chivu, value him at between €25 million and €30 million and are aiming to receive a fee despite the player having entered the final year of his contract.

👋 Napoli, Lukaku digs in! Sale likely

Napoli must deal with the future of Romelu Lukaku. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the Belgian striker would not be willing to spread out his salary and wants to continue having a leading role, a condition the Azzurri club would struggle to guarantee him.

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For this reason, a meeting with Massimiliano Allegri is expected to define Big Rom’s future, with the idea of a departure currently looking the most likely. Napoli would be willing to let the striker go for a fee between €10 million and €12 million, thus opening a new chapter in the Azzurri’s transfer market.

🤞 Roma, summit for Nusa! Is he trying to force Leipzig’s hand?

Today could be decisive for Roma's transfer business. As reported by Corriere dello Sport, before departing for Wales, Gian Piero Gasperini will hold another transfer meeting with sporting director D'Amico and Ryan Friedkin, joining remotely. At the center of the meeting will be Antonio Nusa, the latest open front in strengthening an attacking midfield area that the Giallorossi have long considered a priority.

The Norwegian is trying to force his exit from Leipzig to move closer to Roma and has reportedly already spoken with Gasperini, reaching an understanding over the technical project. The coach’s idea is to play him on the left, with Dybala on the right and Malen up front. Roma, however, do not want to go beyond €45 million for the 2005-born player, also because they still need to strengthen other areas. Meanwhile, the official announcement of Koulierakis, signed from Wolfsburg for around €17 million, is expected today, while Castro is already close to the team.

⚠️ Lazio, Premier League clubs interested in Taylor!

Kenneth Taylor’s performances have attracted the attention of the Premier League. According to Il Tempo, several English clubs have started gathering information on the Lazio midfielder, who is nonetheless considered a central figure in Gennaro Gattuso’s technical project. At the moment there is no concrete negotiation, but the interest from England is something to keep an eye on.

Lazio’s position is clear: to consider selling Taylor, they would need an offer close to €40 million, a figure that would allow the club to make a significant capital gain and reinvest in the market.

🙅?♂️ Fiorentina, Carlos Forbs turns down Italy

Fiorentina had identified Carlos Forbs as a possible reinforcement for the attack. The Viola had opened initial contacts with Club Brugge in an attempt to bring the Portuguese winger, born in 2004, to Italy, but the deal failed to take off.

The player has reportedly decided to rule out Serie A among the possible destinations for his future, thus complicating Fiorentina’s plans. The club will therefore have to look elsewhere to find a winger capable of adding quality and pace to the attack ahead of the new season.

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