Transfer News Update: Fiorentina Targets USMNT’s Tanner Tessmann

USMNT and Lyon midfielder Tanner Tessmann has emerged as a potential target for Fiorentina, while Chelsea is reportedly interested in Barcelona’s Marc Casadó despite their previous hefty investments in midfield. Here’s a roundup of the latest transfer news and rumors worldwide.

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Fiorentina’s Pursuit of Tessmann

Reports indicate that Fiorentina is considering Tanner Tessmann to bolster their squad, having previously shown interest in the player before he joined Venezia. Alongside Tessmann, the club is also looking at Eric Martel from FC Cologne, Marco Brescianini of Atalanta, and Niccolò Pisilli from Roma, who is also on Genoa’s radar. Fiorentina is currently struggling at the bottom of the Serie A standings, increasing their urgency for player acquisitions.

Chelsea’s Interest in Casadó

Chelsea is monitoring the situation of Marc Casadó, a 22-year-old midfielder from Barcelona, as reported by TEAMtalk. The Blues have engaged in discussions regarding several Barca players over the past year, including an offer for forward Fermín López and talks for center-back Eric García. They have also made attempts for defenders Jules Koundé and Ronald Araújo. Despite previous unsuccessful bids for Casadó and Marc Bernal, Chelsea remains hopeful about securing Casadó’s signature.

Expert Insights

Sam Tighe’s Analysis on Casadó’s Potential Move to Chelsea

Sam Tighe observes that if Casadó transfers to Chelsea, it would highlight the shifting dynamics within the Premier League. Current trends favor larger and stronger players, while Casadó, standing at 5-foot-7, brings a different energy and determination. His statistical profile shows he excels in passing accuracy (ranked in the 98th percentile in LaLiga) and his work rate in pressing situations could be beneficial for Chelsea, who are in need of reinforcements in midfield given Roméo Lavia’s injury issues. The addition of Casadó could be strategic amid the club’s demanding schedule this season.

Additional Transfer Rumors

• Dell, a 17-year-old striker from Bahia, is being pursued by Manchester City, with stylistic comparisons drawn to Erling Haaland. He is available for a European move next summer.
• Harry Kane will not activate the €65 million clause in his Bayern Munich contract in January and plans to discuss an extension after the World Cup.
• AC Milan is reportedly considering Hugo Souza from Corinthians as a potential replacement for Mike Maignan if a renewal cannot be agreed upon.

Other Notable Rumors

• Chelsea’s organization, BlueCo, has secured Muhammad Zongo, a 16-year-old midfielder, who will be heading to Strasbourg after impressing at the U17 World Cup.
• Karim Benzema has yet to sign a new deal with Al Ittihad, potentially leading to free agency in the summer.
• Joshua Zirkzee expresses his desire to stay with Manchester United despite interest from Roma.
• Liverpool may soon extend Ibrahima Konate’s contract as he approaches the final months of his existing deal.
• Inter Milan is close to securing Marcelo Vaz, an 18-year-old left back, from the lower division side Varesina.
• Winger Tyrique George is contemplating a January exit from Chelsea with interest from Fulham, Leeds United, and Everton.
• West Ham is keeping tabs on Clayton, the joint-top scorer in Liga Portugal.
• David Affengruber, a center back from Elche, is under observation by Manchester United, although they remain focused on signing a midfielder first.
• Joaquin Panichelli, a 23-year-old striker, is a key target for Chelsea due to their affiliation with Strasbourg.
• Major European clubs, including Arsenal and Atlético Madrid, are showing interest in Toni Fruk, a 24-year-old attacking midfielder from Rijeka.
• Galatasaray is offering Mauro Icardi to AC Milan as they seek to replace Santiago Gimenez.
• Barcelona is looking to recruit Hamza Abdelkarim from Al Ahly following his commendable performance at the U17 World Cup.
• Lazio is following several players, including David Watson and Giovanni Fabbian, as they aim to strengthen their midfield.
• Multiple Turkish clubs are interested in Emre Can, yet he intends to remain at Borussia Dortmund.
• Brighton is keen to acquire Lamare Bogarde in the upcoming January transfer window.