Napoli target Jack Grealish and Federico Chiesa, Atalanta consider Rasmus Hojlund return - Euro Transfer News
Published 22/07/2025 at 18:05 GMT+1
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A round up of some of the biggest transfer stories on the continent, including reports in France that Atalanta and Lazio are weighing up a move for Manchester United's misfiring striker Rasmus Hojlund. Jack Grealish and Federico Chiesa have also been linked to Serie A, with Napoli reportedly interested in the Premier League pair. There is also an update on the future of Dani Ceballos.
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Atalanta and Lazio explore Hojlund move
As per French publication Foot Mercato, Atalanta and Lazio are exploring the possibility of bringing Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund back to Serie A.
Lazio are reported to be admirers of the player, while Hojlund’s former employers Atalanta are monitoring the situation closely following the departure of Mateo Retegui. Juventus are also named as a possible option for the 22-year-old.
A loan with an option to buy, with United covering a portion of the Dane’s wages, is being considered. Lazio, however, are under a transfer embargo this summer and will not be able to make any signings until January at the earliest as things stand.
Foot Mercato claim: "Rasmus Hojlund is looking more than ever for a way out of the transfer window.
"While Juventus' interest is well known, the Bianconeri have not made any real approaches so far. Furthermore, Lazio recently checked his name off their attacking shortlist.
"Maurizio Sarri, newly appointed head of the Roman club, highly values the former Atalanta striker's profile, seeing him as a serious option to strengthen his attacking side. However, according to our indiscretions, no formal contact has yet been established between the parties.
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"For its part, Atalanta is keeping a very close eye on the situation. The Bergamo club, which recently lost Mateo Retegui and could see Ademola Lookman leave in the coming weeks, is seriously considering repatriating its Danish nugget, whose integration into Ivan Juric's system would be immediate, given the similarities with Gian Piero Gasperini's system in which Hojlund exploded during his first spell in Bergamo."
Napoli targeting Grealish and Chiesa
According to Italy's Corriere dello Sport, Napoli are targeting a move for Manchester City's Jack Grealish or Liverpool's Federico Chiesa, having missed out on signing Ademola Lookman.
Lookman has been linked with a move to Napoli and Inter, though there appears to be a reluctance to pay Atalanta’s €50 million (£43m) transfer demand for the 27-year-old.
Napoli are also allegedly monitoring Bologna’s Dan Ndoye.
Real Madrid willing to sell Ceballos
Marca's transfer expert Matteo Moretto has claimed Real Madrid are willing to sell Dani Ceballos, with the likes of Real Betis and Tottenham having been linked to the Spain international.
Real are said to be open to offers between €15m (£13m) and €20m (£17m) for the former Arsenal midfielder.
The 28-year-old made 34 appearances for Los Blancos last term.
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Aubameyang’s Marseille move delayed
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s Marseille return has been delayed due to an administrative problem.
After just one year with Saudi side Al Qadsiah, Aubameyang has opted to return to the Stade Velodrome.
But, as per RMC Sport, Marseille have announced that Aubameyang's unveiling has been delayed.
The club said: "Olympique de Marseille informs its supporters and the media that the arrival of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, initially scheduled for today, Tuesday, July 22, at 7:15pm, at the general aviation terminal at Marignane Airport, has been postponed to a later date.
"The club is working closely with all parties involved to finalize this arrival as quickly as possible and as smoothly as possible.
"We thank our supporters for their understanding and patience."
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