Como is set to make their third offer for Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah as they aim to strengthen their squad. Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola has put an end to the speculation surrounding his potential appointment as head coach of Italy, stating, “I need a break.”
Check out today’s transfer news from Serie A and Italian football with our daily recap.
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Transfer recap July 17, 2026: Guardiola, Kolo Muani and more
Juventus has confirmed Zeki Celik as their second summer signing on Thursday, further updates are emerging regarding the Bianconeri. According to Sky Sport, Galatasaray has reached out regarding Gleison Bremer’s availability and is preparing to make a lucrative salary offer to the Brazilian defender.
Juventus continues its pursuit of a new centre-forward. As per Tuttosport, they are prepared to present their final offer for Randal Kolo Muani. This includes an initial loan deal with an option to buy and a sell-on clause, forming part of a transfer package valued at €45m.
Mateo Pellegrino of Parma has emerged as the primary alternative, but the Ducali are seeking €30m for his transfer.
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Luciano Spalletti held his first press conference for the 2026-27 season today, indicating he is open to bringing Dusan Vlahovic back to the Allianz Stadium. “I did my job with Vlahovic, which was to evaluate his technical qualities, but the economic discussion is not my purview,” Spalletti said.
“I haven’t spoken to him since the season ended, but he knows my thoughts. Our directors always have the door open.”
Following their qualification for the Champions League last season, Como is reportedly preparing to make a third bid for Chelsea’s Chalobah.
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS – JUNE 20: Trevoh Chalobah #12 of England during training on June 20, 2026, in Kansas City, Kansas. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)
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Chelsea’s asking price is reported to be €35m, and Como intends to propose €30m plus add-ons.
Roma finds itself in need of a replacement for Celik while also negotiating with Crysencio Summerville and West Ham. Reports from both Sky and Gazzetta indicate the Giallorossi are ready to submit an offer of about €40m to the English club. The Dutch winger is set to return from his holidays today to consider Roma’s proposal.
Lazio, Roma’s city rivals, continue discussions with Dinamo Zagreb regarding Sergi Dominguez and are optimistic about securing a loan deal with an obligation to buy for €12m.
Meanwhile, the conversation around the Italy national team is heating up. Andrea Pirlo remains a leading contender for the coaching position, though Raffaele Palladino is also in the running, according to Tuttosport.
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Unquestionably, Pep Guardiola will not be taking the helm at Coverciano.
Manchester City’s Spanish manager Pep Guardiola gestures on the touchline during the UEFA Champions League, league phase football match between Manchester City and Inter Milan at the Etihad stadium, in Manchester, north-west England, on September 18, 2024 (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP) (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)
“I don’t feel like I’m missing anything mentally,” Guardiola said today.
“I love my job, but there comes a moment when you feel you need to take a break. Maybe one day I’ll wake up and say, ‘OK, I want to coach again.’ I need to feel that I miss it, and right now I don’t.”
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Other news
Mergim Vojvoda underwent medical tests with Udinese this morning in preparation for a permanent €1.6m transfer from Como, including add-ons.
Watford is exploring the possibility of signing Iker Bravo from Udinese, after the 21-year-old has returned from a loan spell at Las Palmas, according to Sky.
Ederson has signed an extension to his contract with Atalanta until 2031, shortly after his move to Manchester United was canceled.
Ivory Coast international Christ Inai Oulai is set to travel to Florence to complete his medical with Fiorentina. He will be joining the Tuscans from Trabzonspor.
Official transfers July 17
Andres Cuenca to Como from Barcelona
Robin Gosens from Fiorentina to Schalke 04
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Tarik Muharemovic from Sassuolo to Leeds
Hamed Traoré to Genoa from Marseille
Manuel Rosetti from Bologna to Forlì (Serie C)
Luigi Caccavo from Bologna to Juve Stabia (Serie B)
Anthony Partipilo from Parma to Barletta (Serie C)