Transfer Market Update: Inter Secures Spence, Milan Adjusts Gimenez Strategy
The transfer market is becoming increasingly active as clubs strategize before the window closes. Inter Milan has finalized a deal to bring in Tottenham’s Spence as the successor to Denzel Dumfries. Meanwhile, Milan is navigating player departures while preparing for key signings. Juventus is still in search of a goalkeeper to fill the void left by Di Gregorio.
In a notable development for Juventus, Douglas Luiz has impressed during pre-season training. His initial uncertain future in Turin now looks promising, as both Spalletti and the club’s management express satisfaction with his performance and newfound attitude. Nevertheless, Luiz’s future remains in flux; should a significant offer arise, Juventus may reconsider his sale.
Milan Alters Approach for Gimenez
Milan continues to work on transferring Santiago Gimenez, with recent insights indicating Porto has gained the upper hand in pursuing the Mexican striker. According to Portuguese outlet O Jogo, Milan has shifted its negotiating position, now open to a paid loan with an option to buy, though not for less than €20 million. Formal negotiations have yet to begin, but this shift may facilitate Gimenez’s move to Porto.
Inter Targets Curtis Jones Despite Liverpool Interest
Inter Milan has set its sights on Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones as a key midfield addition. Fabricio Romano reports that Jones, born in 2001, has been on Inter’s radar for several months. In a positive move, he has reportedly postponed proposals from two Premier League clubs, indicating his preference for a switch to Milan. Liverpool has also reduced their valuation of Jones from €40 million to €35 million, potentially easing Inter’s path for the transfer.
Uncertainty Surrounds Lucca’s Future at Napoli
Napoli is deliberating the best path forward for striker Lorenzo Lucca. The forward’s name has been linked with Lazio, particularly following negotiations regarding Davide Frattesi. Despite sharing an agent with Frattesi, no formal contact has occurred between Napoli and Lazio as of now, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Roma Eyes Udogie for Left Flank Reinforcement
Destiny Udogie remains a priority for Roma as they seek to strengthen their left flank. Gasperini is keen to re-establish the partnership he had with Molina during their time at Udinese. While Udogie has expressed his desire to return to Serie A, Tottenham’s asking price of around €30 million poses a challenge for Roma’s intentions.
Lazio Pursues Pinamonti as Striker Option
Lazio is actively searching for a centre-forward ahead of the new season, identifying Andrea Pinamonti as a primary target. The club is considering a loan proposal valued at €3 million, with an option to make the transfer permanent for €12 million. Nevertheless, Sassuolo values the striker at €15 million, complicating Lazio’s ambitions.
In addition, Fiorentina now faces competition from Besiktas in their pursuit of Kristian Thorstvedt. The Turkish club has zeroed in on Thorstvedt as they look to bolster their midfield, potentially complicating Fiorentina’s plans after having tracked the player since the summer began.
The transfer market remains dynamic, with clubs making strategic moves as the deadline approaches.
The market is heating up. The latest move concerns Inter, who have sealed a deal for a new wing-back: it will be Spence from Tottenham as the heir to Denzel Dumfries. Milan, meanwhile, are dealing with departures, necessary before strengthening the squad with the final signings ahead of the transfer window closing. Juventus, on the other hand, are still searching for a goalkeeper to replace the outgoing Di Gregorio.
Let’s take a look together at today’s most important news.
Positive signs for Douglas Luiz at Juventus. The Brazilian midfielder has impressed during pre-season, and his stay in Turin, initially far from certain, is now a concrete possibility. According to Fabrizio Romano, both Spalletti and the Juventus management are happy with his performances and, above all, with the change in attitude shown by the Brazilian during the summer training camp.
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The level he has shown in this stage of preparation has therefore increased the chances of him staying at Juventus. However, his position is not yet completely secure. If an important permanent offer were to arrive, the Old Lady would be ready to consider a sale.
💰 Milan, the formula changes for Gimenez
Milan continue to work on the sale of Santiago Gimenez, with Porto appearing to have gained ground in recent hours in the race for the Mexican striker. According to the Portuguese outlet O Jogo, the most important development concerns Milan’s stance on the structure of the deal. Until now, the Rossoneri had asked for a permanent transfer or, alternatively, a loan with an obligation to buy, even a conditional one.
Porto had never opened the door to that solution. Now, according to O Jogo, Milan have moved closer to the Portuguese club by accepting the idea of a paid loan with an option to buy, though not for less than €20 million. Formal talks have not yet begun, but this new openness from Milan could make Gimenez’s move to Porto easier.
🔥 Inter, Jones wants the Nerazzurri! And Liverpool…
Inter continue to closely monitor Curtis Jones, one of the main targets to strengthen the midfield. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Liverpool midfielder, born in 2001, has been a concrete target for the Nerazzurri management for several months. Jones, in the meantime, is said to have put on hold proposals received from two Premier League clubs, showing full approval for the possibility of moving to Milan.
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The main factor for any Nerazzurri move remains the future of Frattesi, now just a step away from Lazio. Another factor that could help the deal is Liverpool, who according to Fabrizio Romano have lowered their demands for Jones. The initial valuation was around €40 million, while the Reds would now be willing to drop to €35 million.
🤷♂️ Napoli, what future for Lucca?
Napoli are still waiting to understand what the best solution will be for the future of Lorenzo Lucca. In recent hours, the striker’s name has also been linked with Lazio, especially after talks between the Biancoceleste club and Inter over Davide Frattesi. Lucca and Frattesi share the same agent, Giuseppe Riso, but that detail has not led, at least for now, to concrete contact between the two clubs.
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According to Fabrizio Romano, there have been no requests or official enquiries from Lazio for the 2000-born forward. Although Lazio are looking for reinforcements in attack, the trail leading to the former Udinese and Nottingham Forest striker has never really taken off.
🎯 Roma, Gasp wants Udogie for the flank
Destiny Udogie remains one of Roma’s targets to strengthen the left flank. As reported by Forzaroma, the main driving force behind bringing Udogie back to Italy is Gasperini, who wants to reunite in Rome the pairing he had with Molina (made official in recent hours) from their Udinese days. It remains to be seen how talks with Tottenham will develop after Spence’s sale to Inter.
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A natural left-footer with explosiveness and stamina, Udogie could represent an important reinforcement for a flank that struggled last season to consistently trouble opposing defences, at least until Wesley’s switch. The wing-back has already said yes to Roma and wants to return to Serie A, but Spurs’ asking price remains high: the English club are asking for a fee close to €30 million to let him go.
🧨 Lazio, Pinamonti in pole position for the attack
Lazio continue to look for a centre-forward to place at Gennaro Gattuso’s disposal ahead of the start of the new season. The management are continuing to work on the priorities indicated by the new coach, and for the attack the name identified for some time has been Andrea Pinamonti. According to the Corriere dello Sport, Lazio are considering a loan formula with a deal worth €3 million and an option to buy set at €12 million.
Sassuolo, however, value the striker’s registration at €15 million. In addition, Pinamonti’s contract with the Neroverdi runs until 2027. The Italian striker is Lazio’s top name, while the chances of Gimenez, increasingly close to Porto, and Lucca are fading. For the latter in particular, an opportunity could open up only in the final days of the transfer window, if Napoli decide to consider a loan.
Fiorentina have to deal with a new obstacle in the race for Kristian Thorstvedt. The Sassuolo and Norway midfielder has long been in the sights of the Viola, who have been following him with interest since the start of the summer window. Entering the race is Besiktas of Vincenzo Italiano, particularly active on the market. According to SassuoloNews.com, the Turkish club have included Thorstvedt among their targets to strengthen the midfield.
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The midfielder, born in 1999, had been indicated by Grosso as one of the profiles liked to strengthen Fiorentina’s midfield. Besiktas’ competition could, however, complicate the Viola’s plans. Italiano has reportedly already given his approval to a potential move for Thorstvedt to Istanbul.
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