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Napoli, Roma set to battle for Bologna star

Napoli, Roma set to battle for Bologna star

  • Matthew Klimberg
An unlikely name is emerging as one of the most intriguing players of the upcoming transfer periods. unlikely name is emerging as one of the most intriguing players of the upcoming transfer periods. Bologna FC's Simone Verdi has garnered the interest of multiple Italian clubs with his strong domestic performances. Last night, his ascension was confirmed when Gianpiero Ventura selected him for Italy's clash with Macedonia. Last summer, Bologna had to fend off an assault from Maurizio Sarri and Napoli who were determined to bring the 25-year-old to Stadio San Paolo. However, Roberto Donadoni resisted and signed the midfielder to a new contract by 2021.  However, it seems Napoli will give another push to sign him in January. Sarri is looking for someone who can give Jose Callejon and Lorenzo Insigne some time on the bench, and he thinks Verdi is the ideal one. However, it seems he will face stiff competition as Roma's sports director, Monchi, reportedly has his eyes on the national team player as well. Unlikely name is emerging as one of the most intriguing players of the upcoming transfer periods. Bologna FC's Simone Verdi has garnered the interest of multiple Italian clubs with his strong domestic performances. Last night, his ascension was confirmed when Gianpiero Ventura selected him for Italy's clash with Macedonia.emerging as one of the most intriguing players of the upcoming transfer periods. Bologna FC’s Simone Verdi has garnered the interest of multiple Italian clubs with his strong domestic performances. Last night, his ascension was confirmed when Gianpiero Ventura selected him for Italy’s clash with Macedonia.