The summer transfer window has officially closed, marking the end of a period filled with significant player movements, negotiations, and some last-minute deals that ultimately fell through. Serie A clubs have made various adjustments to their squads, aiming to equip their coaches with the best possible resources for the ongoing season.
With the transfer window now behind them, the focus shifts back to the pitch as Serie A prepares for its third matchday. This weekend promises thrilling matchups, including Inter Milan facing Napoli, AS Roma taking on Atalanta, and Juventus squaring off against AC Milan.
One of the most notable stories involves Juan Cabal, who remains with Juventus after a proposed transfer to Atalanta did not materialize. Discussions with both Bologna and Besiktas also failed to yield a new destination for the Colombian midfielder. Reports from TuttoJuve indicate that coach Luciano Spalletti has opted to prioritize the versatility of Zeki Celik over Cabal, leaving the player in a precarious position. With the risk of being excluded from both the Serie A and Europa League squads, Cabal's future remains uncertain, though potential opportunities in the Netherlands, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia could still arise.
In Milan, Fikayo Tomori has been reintegrated into the squad after initially being considered for a departure. According to Fabrizio Romano, AC Milan evaluated several defensive options but ultimately decided against pursuing a new center-back, allowing Tomori to remain with the team. Fulham had shown interest in acquiring him, but their focus shifted elsewhere, leaving Tomori to continue under the guidance of coach Ruben Amorim.
Meanwhile, Inter Milan is already planning for the future following Piero Ausilio's announcement that he will leave the club after 28 years. As reported by Sky Sport, the Nerazzurri are looking internally for a replacement, with Dario Baccin emerging as the frontrunner for the sporting director position. Baccin has been a part of Inter’s management team for several years and has worked closely with Ausilio, making him a suitable candidate to take over.
In other news, Benoit Badiashile is on the verge of receiving his first call-up for Napoli. The defender, who joined from Chelsea, is currently following a personalized training regimen to regain his fitness after a period of individual training at Cobham. Napoli's coach Max Allegri is keen to have Badiashile available, potentially providing additional depth to the defensive lineup.
AS Roma appeared close to securing Jamie Leweling from Stuttgart, with an agreement reportedly reached for a fee of €35 million. However, just before the transfer was finalized, Leweling and his representatives had second thoughts, leading to the collapse of the deal. This last-minute change left Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini without the winger he had hoped to add to his squad.
Lastly, Samuel Gigot has departed Lazio after mutually terminating his contract, which was set to expire in a year. Reports from Il Messaggero suggest that the agreement allowed Lazio to save approximately €1.6 million in wages, while Gigot is now free to pursue opportunities with other clubs. Additionally, Rolando Mandragora has bid farewell to Fiorentina after four seasons, expressing gratitude to the club and its supporters while reflecting on the changes that affected his time there.
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