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Meanwhile, the transfer market continues to heat up. Here are the day’s most important stories.

Juve, Carnevali makes a move for Pellegrino

Juventus have made their first move for Mateo Pellegrino, submitting an initial official offer to Parma for the Argentine striker. According to Tuttosport, the Bianconeri are looking for a new centre-forward, and the Argentine’s profile has become the top priority for the management led by Carnevali.

Juventus’ offer is a loan with an obligation to buy set at €30 million, which would be triggered if the club finishes 10th in Serie A. A condition considered easy to meet, but one that does not convince Parma. The Emilian club would prefer to receive the €30 million immediately, without waiting for the permanent transfer clause to kick in. The deal therefore remains open, with Juventus now having to consider their next move.

Milan, Cardinale keeps Rabiot under lock and key

The future of Adrien Rabiot continues to spark debate. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, despite recent rumours linking him with Napoli, Rabiot has no intention of pushing for a transfer. The midfielder signed a contract last summer until 2028, and his departure would only become possible in the face of a particularly significant offer.

Gerry Cardinale has already expressed his desire to keep the Frenchman, ruling out the possibility of a sale that could strengthen Napoli. In addition, coach Amorim considers Rabiot a key part of his project, envisioning him in the holding midfield role in his 3-4-2-1 system.

Inter, Doué is the alternative to Khalaili

Inter are still waiting for updates on Khalaili’s condition, with the player set to undergo further medical tests tomorrow. According to Sky Sport, the Nerazzurri remain confident and hope the checks will have a positive outcome, allowing the deal to be completed.

At the moment, it is still too early to assess alternative scenarios. However, if the deal for Khalaili does not go through, Inter have already made initial exploratory contact for Doué, a profile they could return to in the coming hours.

Napoli, Zeballos moves closer

Napoli are close to completing the signing of Exequiel Zeballos. According to Tuttosport, the negotiations with Boca Juniors are now in the final details, and the Azzurri are ready to secure one of the most promising talents in Argentine football. Boca Juniors are expected to receive around €10 million. As for the player, a long-term contract until 2031 is ready, with an initial salary of around €1.4 million per season.

The deal, again according to the newspaper, has entered its final stage, and Napoli are aiming to sort out the last details to complete the arrival of the Argentine winger.

Roma, D’Amico studies the formula for Garnacho

Roma continue to track Alejandro Garnacho as a potential attacking reinforcement. According to Il Messaggero, the Giallorossi have identified the Argentine and Diego Moreira as their main targets to strengthen the squad. As for Garnacho, news emerged in the last few hours that he has been left out of Chelsea’s training camp. The Blues are aiming for a permanent sale, but Roma consider the €45-50 million valuation too high.

For this reason, sporting director D’Amico would like to structure the deal along the lines of the Malen transfer, including conditions that would trigger an obligation to buy, such as a certain number of goals or Roma qualifying for next season’s Champions League.

Lazio, Doekhi emerges as a defensive option

Lazio continue to work in the transfer market in search of defensive reinforcements after the major departures of Romagnoli, who moved to Saudi Arabia, and Gila, fresh from signing with Milan. With the market virtually at a standstill and the need to sell before thinking about any arrivals, the Biancocelesti are studying a free transfer move. According to Fabrizio Romano, Lazio have set their sights on Danilho Doekhi. 

The defender, formerly of Union Berlin, represents a free-agent opportunity and is on Lazio’s shortlist, with initial contacts already underway. 

Fiorentina, gap with Trabzonspor over Oulai

Among the midfield profiles being followed by Fiorentina is also Christ Inao Oulai, currently at Trabzonspor. According to La Nazione, the Viola have repeatedly stated that the player is not a concrete transfer target, but reports from Turkey continue to link him with Paratici’s side.

Trabzonspor value Oulai at around €40 million, a fee considered very high. Fiorentina, on the other hand, could go just over €20 million, leaving a significant gap between the parties.

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