Headline: Serie A Transfer Market Heats Up as Teams Prepare for New Season
The new season is just around the corner and the transfer market is heating up. Serie A 2026/27 officially kicks off on Saturday with the opening round of fixtures, which will wrap up on Monday night, while negotiations continue to deliver twists and turns, with Italian clubs busy both in incoming and outgoing deals.
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With exactly two weeks to go until the summer window closes, clubs are still working to hand their respective coaches new additions ahead of the upcoming season. Let’s take a look at the most important updates of the day involving Serie A’s top clubs.
Juve, Al-Ittihad Make a Move for Kessié
Franck Kessié’s future is still far from decided. The Ivorian midfielder has firmly ended up in Al-Ittihad’s sights, with the club ready to convince him with a particularly significant financial offer. The former Milan man, however, has not yet made up his mind and is still considering the possibility of returning to Serie A.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Kessié is stalling because he wants to wait for Juventus before making a decision. The Bianconeri are keeping contacts with his entourage alive, but the main issue remains his salary, which the Ivorian would have to lower to help make the deal happen. In the meantime, Al-Ittihad continue to push in an attempt to get it over the line.
Milan, What Future for Leão? The Latest
Rafael Leão’s future could be away from Milan, especially after the imminent arrival of Diego Moreira from Strasbourg. According to the Gazzetta dello Sport, besides Galatasaray, who are reflecting after a first €35 million bid was rejected, the Portuguese forward’s entourage is also working hard on the Chelsea track. For the Blues to make their move, however, Pedro Neto would first need to be sold, with Al-Hilal and Manchester City both interested in him.
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The Italian option, meanwhile, now appears to have faded away: as reported by Matteo Moretto on Fabrizio Romano’s YouTube channel, after an initial inquiry, contacts with Roma were broken off and Leão would have no intention of considering destinations in Serie A. His salary would also be an obstacle for Italian clubs: the future of the number 10 therefore remains tied to a move abroad, with the Premier League, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia as the main scenarios, and Galatasaray currently in pole position.
Inter, Agoumé to Arabia Could Bring in Fresh Money
Lucien Agoumé could bring fresh money into Inter’s coffers. The French midfielder, sold to Sevilla for nearly €10 million, has become the subject of several market offers received by the Spanish club.
According to Cadena SER, Sevilla have received an offer from Saudi Arabia worth nearly €30 million. The deal has not yet truly taken off, but Inter are watching closely: the Nerazzurri have retained 10% of any future resale of the player and could cash in on a further percentage in the event of a sale.
Napoli, Surprise Name for the Goalkeeping Spot
Napoli are evaluating new solutions in goal ahead of the final weeks of the transfer window. According to Il Mattino, in the event of Vanja Milinkovic-Savic’s departure, sporting director Giovanni Manna has already identified a possible replacement: Juan Musso, currently at Atletico Madrid.
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The Argentine goalkeeper could leave the Colchoneros even on a loan deal, a solution that would make any potential move easier. Musso, already a Serie A standout with Udinese and Atalanta, would therefore be the surprise name chosen by Napoli should Milinkovic-Savic’s exit materialise.
Roma, After Mora D’Amico Targets Wesley’s Backup
Roma’s transfer business continues to move even after the Rodrigo Mora deal. The Giallorossi are now focused on finding reinforcement for the flanks and, in particular, an alternative to Wesley. Among the profiles being followed by sporting director Tony D’Amico, the main names are Destiny Udogie and Alessandro Cacciamani.
According to Tuttosport, the Udogie track has become more complicated for the time being: Tottenham are unwilling to part with the player easily, especially after selling Spence to Inter. The Cacciamani option remains viable, although negotiations with Torino are anything but simple because of president Urbano Cairo’s high demands.
Lazio, Ratkov Heading for the Exit: Three Clubs on His Trail
Petar Ratkov’s future at Lazio is increasingly uncertain. With less than fifteen days until the transfer window closes, the Serbian striker is said to be open to the possibility of leaving the capital after difficult months, first under Sarri and then under Gattuso.
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According to Sky Sport, Lazio have received several offers for the player, who has not yet chosen his destination. The interested clubs include Red Star, Southampton, and Dynamo Moscow. The situation remains open, and a departure could become concrete in the coming hours.
Fiorentina, Two Names in Their Sights if Kean Leaves
Fiorentina are still waiting for developments over Moise Kean’s future after rejecting Como’s first proposal worth a total of €30 million. La Viola value the striker at more than €40 million and are waiting for a possible improved bid, while the player continues to train regularly without pushing for a move. In the event of a departure, Mateo Pellegrino would become the main attacking reference, but Fabio Paratici is already working to add another centre-forward.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the main names being monitored are Lorenzo Lucca and Andrea Pinamonti. For the former, Napoli would ask for at least €30 million and would be willing to discuss only a permanent transfer. Pinamonti is more accessible, having already been coached by Fabio Grosso at Sassuolo: with his contract expiring in 2027 and no intention to renew, his valuation could drop to around €10-15 million.
The new season is just around the corner and the transfer market is heating up. Serie A 2026/27 officially kicks off on Saturday with the opening round of fixtures, which will wrap up on Monday night, while negotiations continue to deliver twists and turns, with Italian clubs busy both in incoming and outgoing deals.
Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 per month!
Advertisement
With exactly two weeks to go until the summer window closes, clubs are still working to hand their respective coaches new additions ahead of the upcoming season. Let’s take a look at the most important updates of the day involving Serie A’s top clubs.
Juve, Al-Ittihad make a move for Kessié
Franck Kessié’s future is still far from decided. The Ivorian midfielder has firmly ended up in Al-Ittihad’s sights, with the club ready to convince him with a particularly significant financial offer. The former Milan man, however, has not yet made up his mind and is still considering the possibility of returning to Serie A.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Kessié is stalling because he wants to wait for Juventus before making a decision. The Bianconeri are keeping contacts with his entourage alive, but the main issue remains his salary, which the Ivorian would have to lower to help make the deal happen. In the meantime, Al-Ittihad continue to push in an attempt to get it over the line.
Milan, what future for Leão? The latest
Rafael Leão’s future could be away from Milan, especially after the imminent arrival of Diego Moreira from Strasbourg. According to the Gazzetta dello Sport, besides Galatasaray, who are reflecting after a first €35 million bid was rejected, the Portuguese forward’s entourage is also working hard on the Chelsea track. For the Blues to make their move, however, Pedro Neto would first need to be sold, with Al-Hilal and Manchester City both interested in him.
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The Italian option, meanwhile, now appears to have faded away: as reported by Matteo Moretto on Fabrizio Romano’s YouTube channel, after an initial inquiry, contacts with Roma were broken off and Leão would have no intention of considering destinations in Serie A. His salary would also be an obstacle for Italian clubs: the future of the number 10 therefore remains tied to a move abroad, with the Premier League, Turkey and Saudi Arabia as the main scenarios, and Galatasaray currently in pole position.
Inter, Agoumé to Arabia could bring in fresh money
Lucien Agoumé could bring fresh money into Inter’s coffers. The French midfielder, sold to Sevilla for nearly €10 million, has become the subject of several market offers received by the Spanish club.
According to Cadena SER, Sevilla have received an offer from Saudi Arabia worth nearly €30 million. The deal has not yet truly taken off, but Inter are watching closely: the Nerazzurri have retained 10% of any future resale of the player and could cash in on a further percentage in the event of a sale.
Napoli, surprise name for the goalkeeping spot
Napoli are evaluating new solutions in goal ahead of the final weeks of the transfer window. According to Il Mattino, in the event of Vanja Milinkovic-Savic’s departure, sporting director Giovanni Manna has already identified a possible replacement: Juan Musso, currently at Atletico Madrid.
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The Argentine goalkeeper could leave the Colchoneros even on a loan deal, a solution that would make any potential move easier. Musso, already a Serie A standout with Udinese and Atalanta, would therefore be the surprise name chosen by Napoli should Milinkovic-Savic’s exit materialise.
Roma, after Mora D’Amico targets Wesley’s backup
Roma’s transfer business continues to move even after the Rodrigo Mora deal. The Giallorossi are now focused on finding reinforcement for the flanks and, in particular, an alternative to Wesley. Among the profiles being followed by sporting director Tony D’Amico, the main names are Destiny Udogie and Alessandro Cacciamani.
According to Tuttosport, the Udogie track has become more complicated for the time being: Tottenham are unwilling to part with the player easily, especially after selling Spence to Inter. The Cacciamani option remains viable, although negotiations with Torino are anything but simple because of president Urbano Cairo’s high demands.
Lazio, Ratkov heading for the exit: three clubs on his trail
Petar Ratkov’s future at Lazio is increasingly uncertain. With less than fifteen days until the transfer window closes, the Serbian striker is said to be open to the possibility of leaving the capital after difficult months, first under Sarri and then under Gattuso.
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According to Sky Sport, Lazio have received several offers for the player, who has not yet chosen his destination. The interested clubs include Red Star, Southampton and Dynamo Moscow. The situation remains open, and a departure could become concrete in the coming hours.
Fiorentina, two names in their sights if Kean leaves
Fiorentina are still waiting for developments over Moise Kean’s future after rejecting Como’s first proposal worth a total of €30 million. La Viola value the striker at more than €40 million and are waiting for a possible improved bid, while the player continues to train regularly without pushing for a move. In the event of a departure, Mateo Pellegrino would become the main attacking reference, but Fabio Paratici is already working to add another centre-forward.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the main names being monitored are Lorenzo Lucca and Andrea Pinamonti. For the former, Napoli would ask for at least €30 million and would be willing to discuss only a permanent transfer. Pinamonti is more accessible, having already been coached by Fabio Grosso at Sassuolo: with his contract expiring in 2027 and no intention to renew, his valuation could drop to around €10-15 million.
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