🧨 Juve-Lucumí, Estupiñán in doubt, Roma close to Read: today's market 🤑 | OneFootball

The transfer market has no intention of slowing down, with teams stepping up the pressure more and more as the start of the league season approaches. The latest deal completed today concerns Como, who have sealed a move for Trevoh Chalobah.

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While coaches and players prepare for the new season, sporting directors are working to complete their squads with signings and departures. Below are the most important news stories involving Serie A’s biggest clubs.

Juve, still a gap with Bologna over Lucumí

Juventus continue working to strengthen their defense, and one of the profiles still being monitored is John Lucumí. According to Tuttosport, the Colombian defender is set to leave Bologna after four seasons and is being tracked by both Juventus and Como. The player’s priority, however, would be a move to the Bianconeri.

As reported by the newspaper, the Old Lady have already reached an agreement with Lucumí on the basis of a contract worth €2.5 million per season. An agreement with Bologna still needs to be found, though: Juventus have put a €17 million offer on the table, while the Rossoblù club continue to value the defender at €25 million.

Milan, Estupiñán’s future still hangs in the balance

The future of Pervis Estupiñán is still far from being decided. A move to Aston Villa had seemed just around the corner, but the deal has hit a sudden standstill. According to Matteo Moretto in a video published on Fabrizio Romano’s YouTube channel, Milan and Aston Villa had practically found an agreement, with only a minimal gap remaining between the parties.

Again according to Moretto, everything came to a halt after an internal Milan meeting: Ruben Amorim reportedly decided to postpone the full-back’s sale, preferring to assess and test him in training first. It now remains to be seen whether that stance will be confirmed and whether Aston Villa will be willing to wait for further developments.

Inter, Pio Esposito renewal ready

Inter continue working on renewals as preparations for the new season go on. The next player set to extend his bond with the club is Francesco Pio Esposito. According to the Corriere dello Sport, the Nerazzurri have reached an agreement with the Italian striker to extend his contract until June 2031.

Again according to the newspaper, the new deal includes a significant salary increase, which should rise to around €3.2 million per season. Bonuses are also included and could take the total package up to €3.5 million per year. 

Napoli, KDB’s gesture for the centenary

Napoli celebrated the club’s centenary with a big party, attended also by Kevin De Bruyne despite the fact he was still on holiday after his commitments with the Belgian national team. According to Sportmediaset, the midfielder chose to travel to Naples by private jet, personally covering the travel costs in order to be present for the celebrations.

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The gesture could be a useful sign of putting behind him the recent disagreements with sporting director Giovanni Manna. At the end of the party, De Bruyne then returned to the place where he had been spending his holiday.

Roma, full speed ahead for Read

Roma are pushing to strengthen the right flank and are targeting Givairo Read with determination. The Giallorossi club are working to give Gasperini a new addition ahead of the season. According to Fabrizio Romano, talks with Feyenoord are at an advanced stage. Roma have submitted an initial €25 million offer, while the Dutch club responded with a counterproposal to redefine the overall financial agreement, including bonuses.

Again according to the transfer expert, there is optimism between the parties over a successful outcome to the deal, which could be completed for a total fee close to €30 million. The player, moreover, has reportedly already given his preference to the Giallorossi project, allowing Roma to move ahead of competition from Nottingham Forest.

Lazio, Brescianini liked for midfield

Lazio have resumed work on strengthening their midfield and have set their sights once again on Marco Brescianini. Talks with Fiorentina are said to have seen new developments thanks to the formula proposed by the Viola club. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Fiorentina would be willing to let the midfielder leave on loan without an obligation to buy. A solution that would allow Lazio to operate within market restrictions.

Still according to the Gazzetta, Brescianini would be a particularly appreciated profile because of his versatility. The midfielder can in fact play both as a box-to-box midfielder and as an attacking midfielder, qualities that make him an interesting option to complete Lazio’s midfield department. Not only that, but Lazio are also keen on two other Viola profiles, namely Roberto Piccoli and Giovanni Fabbian.

Fiorentina, hunt for a winger: Forbs difficult, Philogene and Dibling liked

Fiorentina continue to assess several profiles to strengthen their attack. Among the names being followed is Carlos Forbs, but the track leading to the Club Brugge winger appears uphill. According to the Corriere dello Sport, the Viola club have shown interest in the Portuguese 2004-born player. However, the player has reportedly already rejected the idea of a move to Italy. Club Brugge, moreover, would have no intention of parting with the player, who is tied to the club by a contract until 2029.

For the attack, the name of Jaden Philogene also remains current. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Ipswich Town winger has expressed a desire to leave the club in this transfer window, and Fiorentina are among the interested sides. There is, however, strong competition for the player, valued at around €20 million, from English, Spanish, and German clubs. Finally, among the profiles being watched by the Viola is also Tyler Dibling. The Everton winger is valued at around €25 million.

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