Top 5 Serie A transfer news: Chiesa's possible return, Man Utd and Liverpool target likely to leave
Football Italia brings you the top five Serie A transfer stories of the day, from Federico Chiesa's possible return to Serie A to Inter opening preliminary talks for Rasmus Hojlund.
Another busy day in Serie A as Football Italia puts together the five best transfer stories of the day in Italy.
Como after Real Madrid players
As coach Cesc Fabregas revealed at a press conference, the Azzurri will be looking to sign more Real Madrid players after Nico Paz: 'We have an excellent rapport with them, and we are very interested in players on their team. We've made it clear that they can get minutes here.' During the same press conference, Fabregas said he doesn't know whether Nico Paz will return to Bernabeu in the summer.
BILBAO, SPAIN – MAY 21: Rasmus Hojlund of Manchester United runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Destiny Udogie and Guglielmo Vicario of Tottenham Hotspur during the UEFA Europa League Final 2025 between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United at Estadio de San Mames on May 21, 2025 in Bilbao, Spain. (Photo by)
Inter-Hojlund taks
According to Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto, Serie A giants Inter have inquired about Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund. The Nerazzurri are expected to sign at least one centre forward in the summer. 'Inter will have an important summer in attack, with some big changes,' said Romano. Hojlund is attracting growing interest from Serie A clubs, as Juventus and Napoli previously held talks with his agents.
Chiesa's possible Serie A return
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Chiesa could return to Serie A amid a lack of playing time at Liverpool. Roma and Milan inquired about the Italian winger in January, but if they want a loan deal with an option to buy, they'll have to convince Liverpool to pay part of his €7.5m-a-year salary.
Delap
The English striker has been linked with Juventus, but according to Fabrizio Romano, Delap has prioritised a stay in the Premier League and has already held talks with Chelsea and Manchester United. Following Ipswich Town's relegation from the Premier League, Delap is available for a €35m clause.
Ederson
The Brazilian midfielder and his Atalanta teammate Ademola Lookman could play their final game with La Dea on Sunday. According to Gazzetta, the Italian club will listen to offers exceeding €50m for Ederson, who has attracted interest from Atletico Madrid, Juventus, Liverpool and Manchester United.
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