Atalanta have thrown their hat in the ring for Morten Frendrup, who’s drawing a lot of suitors thanks to his stellar performances at Genoa and his relatively affordable price tag. He’s been linked to Milan, Fiorentina, and Juventus in previous weeks. He’s generating interest in the Premier League as well.
According to Alfredo Pedullà, Gian Piero Gasperini asked for another dynamic midfielder. The relationship between the two sides is excellent. La Dea quickly met the counterparty’s request for Mateo Retegui last summer after Gianluca Scamacca got hurt.
Atalanta and the other teams would need to invest at least €20M. Genoa would gladly avoid losing a centerpiece in January. He has remained an integral part of their squad after the coaching change from Alberto Gilardino to Patrick Vieira. He has recorded 3 goals and 5 assists in the past 18 months.
The Rossoblù appear to have solved their uncertain ownership situation, which might affect their January moves. The three 777 Partners board members have been ousted. A-Cap should foot an upcoming €45M capital increase ahead of a likely sale down the road, Il Secolo XIX reports (via Calcio e Finanza).
Our Take on Atalanta and Frendrup
Given his quality, energy, and versatility, he’s destined to become a rotational piece in a big team eventually. The Orobici don’t necessarily need a new midfielder, for instance, Marco Brescianini already isn’t playing regularly, but it wouldn’t hurt. Plus, Ederson might be set for greener pastures next summer. It’s always better to buy when a need isn’t so manifest.
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