Check out today’s latest transfer updates from Serie A, including Olivier Giroud’s agreement with Los Angeles FC and Fiorentina’s work for Nicolo Zaniolo.
La Gazzetta dello Sport reported today that Giroud had agreed to sign an 18-month contract with LAFC on July 1, a day after his contract comes to a close with Milan. The French striker is excited about the new adventure in America.
Juventus sent scouts to watch Porto left back Wendell during Brazil’s recent international friendly with England. Bianconeri sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli is searching for low-cost options to bolster Massimiliano Allegri’s squad in the summer.
Late Fiorentina CEO Joe Barone opened talks with Zaniolo recently and negotiations are expected to continue over the coming months, with plans not changing despite the unexpected and tragic death of the Viola chief.
Roma striker Romelu Lukaku was visibly amused when asked by a Sky Sports reporter if he tried to impress when returning to England, quipping that the right person to ask is Chelsea.
Jorginho’s agent Joao Santos confirmed that contract talks would take place with Arsenal at the end of the season and didn’t rule out a return to Serie A in the summer, when the 32-year-old is a free agent.
Juventus’ Giuntoli was in contact with Lewis Ferguson’s agent recently as they work to set up a deal in the summer for the breakout Bologna star, who is expected to cost at least €25m following his incredible campaign under Thiago Motta.
Atalanta sent a warning to the Old Lady and Liverpool ahead of the summer transfer window, making it clear that they did not need to sell Teun Koopmeiners for sustainability reasons, giving them a strong starting point for negotiations.
Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi has started to attract attention from Atletico and Manchester United, reports from Colombia claim. Both have allegedly made contact to explore a possible move ahead of the summer transfer window.
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