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Check out the latest transfer news, rumours and done deals from the world of Italian football and Serie A.

The window is in full swing at the beginning of August.

Juventus have brought in Jonathan David, Joao Mario and Francisco Conceicao back on a permanent deal, while Inter have signed Ange-Yoan Bonny, Petar Sucic and Luis Henrique.

Milan have made moves for Luka Modric, Samuele Ricci and Pervis Estupinan, while Roma have landed deals for Wesley, Neil El Aynaoui, Evan Ferguson and Daniele Ghilardi.

Just two weeks are remaining to bring in reinforcements for the 2025-26 season, and every top Serie A club still needs new purchases. Juventus, Milan, Inter and Napoli need a striker, Roma want an attacking winger, but are unlikely to get Jadon Sancho from Manchester United.

Follow today’s transfer news on the Football Italia liveblog, featuring Italian pundit Alfredo Pedullà, who has joined our team for an exciting 2025 summer transfer window.

18th Aug 2025, 12:42

Surprise Bologna deal for Cagliari's Zortea

In a surprising twist, Bologna secured an agreement for Cagliari wingback Nadir Zortea and are set to buy him on a permanent basis.

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epa12071153 Cagliari’s Nadir Zortea (C) scores the 1-1 goal during the Italian Serie A soccer match Cagliari calcio vs Udinese Calcio at the Unipol Domus in Cagliari, Italy, 03 May 2025. EPA-EFE/FABIO MURRU

2025-08-19 14:35:08

Leon Bailey has landed in Rome

2025-08-19 14:16:29

Al-Ahli turn to Fofana after Locatelli

After seing an offer for Manuel Locatelli turned down on Monday, Tuesday’s reports claim that Al-Ahli are now keen on a deal for Milan’s Youssouf Fofana instead.

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epa12100654 Youssouf Fofana of Milan (L) and Santiago Castro of Bologna in action during the Italian Cup final soccer match between AC Milan and Bologna FC in Rome, Italy, 14 May 2025. EPA-EFE/FEDERICO PROIETTI

2025-08-19 14:12:33

The latest on Douglas Luiz, Juventus and Forest

Nottingham Forest are growing ever closer to signing Douglas Luiz from Juventus after a direct phone call between Damien Comolli and Evangelos Marinakis on Monday night.

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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – JULY 01: Douglas Luiz #26 of Juventus FC arrives at the stadium prior to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 round of 16 match between Real Madrid CF and Juventus FC at Hard Rock Stadium on July 01, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

2025-08-19 14:05:08

What happens next for Lookman?

The Nigeria international could still be fined and/or docked wages given his recent two week protest away from Atalanta.

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BERGAMO, ITALY – APRIL 06: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta warms up prior to the Serie A match between Atalanta and SS Lazio at Gewiss Stadium on April 06, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

2025-08-19 14:02:22

Lookman back in Bergamo

Ademola Lookman is back, training individually, with Atalanta agfter two weeks of unauthorised absence.

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BERGAMO, ITALY – MAY 25: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta BC looks on during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and Parma Calcio 1913 at Gewiss Stadium on May 25, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

2025-08-19 14:01:25

Muani latest

Juventus continue to negotiate with Paris Saint-Germain over a return to Turin for French forward Randal Kolo Muani, reports from Italy claim.

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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – JULY 01: Randal Kolo Muani #20 of Juventus FC reacts during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 round of 16 match between Real Madrid CF and Juventus FC at Hard Rock Stadium on July 01, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

2025-08-18 22:43:55

Lookman latest as Inter pull out of race

After looking to be on the verge of leaving Atalanta, Ademola Lookman is now set to remain with La Dea heading into the 2025-26 season, reports from Italy claim.

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MILAN, ITALY – APRIL 20: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta reacts during the Serie A match between AC Milan and Atalanta at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on April 20, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

2025-08-18 22:11:16

Roma not giving up on Sancho

Roma are refusing to give up on signing Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho, reports from Italy claim, despite the player putting talks on hold as he waits to assess his options.

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NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MAY 11: Substitute, Jadon Sancho of Chelsea looks on during the Premier League match between Newcastle United FC and Chelsea FC at St James’ Park on May 11, 2025 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

2025-08-18 21:56:39

Udinese eye Maupay

Udinese are amongst the teams interested in signing Marseille forward Neil Maupay, as reports from France claim the Serie A side have enquired for the former Brighton and Everton striker alongside Lille and Nice.

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PRESTON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 03: Neal Maupay of Everton looks on prior to the pre-season friendly match between Preston North End and Everton at Deepdale on August 03, 2024 in Preston, England. (Photo by Ben Roberts Photo/Getty Images)

2025-08-18 20:55:52

Douglas Luiz latest

Nottingham Forest continue to push to sign Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz and according to reports from Italy, Evangelos Marinakis, the owner of the Premier League club, is now negotiating directly with Bianconeri general manager Damien Comolli.

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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – JULY 01: Douglas Luiz #26 of Juventus FC arrives at the stadium prior to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 round of 16 match between Real Madrid CF and Juventus FC at Hard Rock Stadium on July 01, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

2025-08-18 19:57:17

DONE DEAL: Atalanta sign Zalewski

Atalanta have announced that they have completed a deal to sign Polish wing-back Nicola Zalewski from Inter.

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Nicola Zalewski signs for Atalanta (@AtalantaBC)

2025-08-18 19:32:29

Roma & Bologna target Rowe excluded from Marseille after Rabiot bust-up

Marseille forward Jonathan Rowe has been temporarily excluded from the team alongside former Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot, as reports from France claim the two were involved in an altercation after Roberto De Zerbi’s side lost 1-0 in their season opener to Rennes on Friday.

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BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA – JUNE 28: Jonathan Rowe of England celebrates scoring his team’s third goal during the UEFA European Under-21 Championship 2025 Final match between England and Germany at National Football stadium on June 28, 2025 in Bratislava, Slovakia. (Photo by Christian Hofer/Getty Images)

2025-08-18 18:47:42

Milan eye Okafor replacement

Milan are considering a move for Anderlecht attacking midfielder Mario Stroeykens, reports from Italy claim, if Noah Okafor leaves the club in a rumoured move to Leeds United this summer.

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LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 13: Mario Stroeykens of Anderlecht during the UEFA Europa Conference League group B match between West Ham United and RSC Anderlecht at London Stadium on October 13, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

2025-08-18 18:29:52

18th Aug 2025, 14:24

Genoa done deal

Genoa have confirmed the signing of Nsingi Bateka, a 17-year-old centre-back from Strasbourg.

18th Aug 2025, 14:10

Juventus reject 25m bid for Locatelli

Tudor wants to keep the Italian midfielder, according to Gazzetta.

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18th Aug 2025, 13:58

Zalewski has Atalanta medical

Nicola Zalewski is undergoing his medical with Atalanta ahead of a permanent transfer from Inter.

18th Aug 2025, 13:56

Roma news

According to Gazzetta, Mario Hermoso will stay at the club, while Tommaso Baldanzi is likely to leave with Udinese and Bologna interested.

18th Aug 2025, 13:54

Zirkzee update!

The Dutch forward of Manchester United is reportedly Napoli’s main option to replace Lukaku.

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18th Aug 2025, 13:34

18th Aug 2025, 12:57

Zhegrova

Juventus pounce on Edon Zhegrova, whose Lille contract runs out in June 2026.

Lille midfielder and Juventus target Edon Zhegrova celebrates after scoring a goal during the French L1 football match between Lille LOSC and RC Lens at Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Villeneuve-d’Ascq, northern France on March 29, 2024. (Photo by DENIS CHARLET / AFP) (Photo by DENIS CHARLET/AFP via Getty Images)

18th Aug 2025, 12:49

Douglas Luiz

According to Tuttosport, his move to Nottingham Forest is no longer in doubt.

18th Aug 2025, 12:48

Okafor

Ongoing Leeds talks for the Milan striker who is open to joining the Premier League club.

18th Aug 2025, 12:47

Sancho

Roma are expected to walk out of the deal.

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MAY 11: Substitute, Jadon Sancho of Chelsea looks on during the Premier League match between Newcastle United FC and Chelsea FC at St James’ Park on May 11, 2025 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

18th Aug 2025, 12:47

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