Genoa Football Club has made significant moves in the transfer market, setting a hefty price tag for one player while arranging a loan deal for another. The Italian club is looking to capitalize on its assets as the transfer window approaches.
Koni De Winter, the former Juventus defender who has impressed this season with three goals in 26 Serie A appearances, is now valued at €30 million by Genoa. This high valuation comes as several top clubs, including Atalanta, Napoli, and Inter, have shown interest in the player. The substantial price tag is partly due to Juventus retaining a 20% sell-on clause when they sold De Winter to Genoa for €8 million in 2024.
Meanwhile, Genoa has reached an agreement with Spanish club Levante regarding Alan Matturro. The versatile 20-year-old player will join Levante on a one-year loan deal for €500,000, with an option for a permanent transfer set at €12 million. This move allows Matturro to gain more playing time and potentially secure a long-term future with the Spanish side.
These transfer strategies demonstrate Genoa`s intent to balance their books while also providing opportunities for player development. The club`s approach reflects the broader trend in football where teams must carefully manage their assets, selling high-value players to fund new acquisitions and squad improvements.
As the transfer window progresses, it will be interesting to see if any clubs meet Genoa`s asking price for De Winter and whether Matturro`s loan spell at Levante leads to a permanent move. These developments will undoubtedly shape Genoa`s squad and financial position for the upcoming season.