Winter window ends with several high-profile near-moves: Juventus nearly signed Mauro Icardi, Milan has Dusan Vlahovic as a summer priority, and Lukaku drew Turkish interest but stayed at Napoli. Bettors should note Milan’s likely summer striker hunt could lengthen odds on a Vlahovic transfer while boosting Milan’s goals markets; immediate betting impacts are limited but summer markets may shift.
Winter transfer window review: big near-moves and lingering questions
Overview
The winter football transfer window closed with several headline-grabbing negotiations that ultimately stalled, leaving many clubs to postpone major striker reinforcements until June. Top Italian sides made probes and flirtations rather than completed deals, shaping expectations for a busy summer market.
Juventus and the Icardi near-miss
Juventus came close to signing Mauro Icardi, but financial demands and negotiation hurdles prevented a deal. Reports say the striker pushed hard for a move, even offering bold assurances on his scoring output. With the transfer failing, Juventus’ attacking depth remains unchanged for now.
Milan keeps Vlahovic on the radar for June
AC Milan ultimately backed away from an immediate striker purchase after concerns over a different target’s medicals. Club sources indicate Dusan Vlahovic remains a prime summer target, though commission disputes and negotiation friction could complicate any deal. Milan’s intent to reinvest in attack will be a key storyline through June.
Inter and Perisic: return hopes fade
Ivan Perisic’s proposed return to Inter showed promise late in the window but did not materialize after talks with his prospective club fell through. The winger’s public message of gratitude underlines his strong ties with Inter, but a reunion is off the table for now.
Napoli and the Lukaku approach
Interest from Turkey emerged for Romelu Lukaku, with one top Turkish club exploring a move. Contacts did not progress and Lukaku remains with Napoli, meaning Napoli’s forward line stays intact and bettors should expect his availability to remain stable for upcoming fixtures.
Roma sends Sangaré on loan to Spain
Roma completed a loan with option to buy for young right-back Buba Sangaré to a La Liga side. The 2007-born defender moves for game time after spending his spell with the Primavera, and the loan is intended to accelerate his development.
Lazio and Romagnoli: tensions and solitude
A potential transfer for Alessio Romagnoli collapsed late, and the defender trained alone amid lingering disagreement. Club leadership has chosen a low-response approach to public criticism, but Romagnoli’s unsettled situation could affect selection until clarity arrives.
Fiorentina keeps Kouamé after annulled move
Christian Kouamé’s proposed switch was annulled due to paperwork issues, and the Ivorian striker remains with Fiorentina for the rest of the season. That retention bolsters Fiorentina’s attacking options and removes a potential outgoing player from the market.
What this means for bettors
Expect the biggest summer shifts to center on Milan’s striker hunt and potential high-profile moves like Vlahovic. Short-term betting markets should remain stable, but summer transfer speculation will likely influence odds for goalscorer markets, top-scorer bets, and seasonal team totals.
Monitor official confirmations before reacting in-match or short-term.
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