The summer transfer window for 2023 Serie A’s deadline day approached its thrilling conclusion, Serie A clubs were not to be left behind. The deadline day witnessed a flurry of activity, with clubs making astute signings and smart loan deals to bolster their squads for the challenges that lie ahead in the Italian top flight. Here’s a comprehensive look at the notable ins and outs that unfolded on this dramatic deadline day.
Incoming Transfers: Strengthening Serie A Squads
Reiner (Real Madrid – Frosinone, Loan)
Frosinone secured the services of Brazilian midfielder Reiner from Real Madrid on a season-long loan, adding flair and creativity to their midfield.
Livano Comenencia (PSV – Juventus, €3m)
Juventus invested €3 million to sign young talent Livano Comenencia from PSV. This signing reflects Juventus’ focus on nurturing emerging talents.
Christos Mandas (OFI Crete – Lazio, Undisclosed)
Lazio completed the signing of Greek midfielder Christos Mandas from OFI Crete. The financial details of the transfer remain undisclosed.
Lorenzo Colombo (Milan – Monza, Loan)
Striker Lorenzo Colombo moved on loan from Milan to Monza, seeking regular playing time and the chance to develop his skills.
Caleb Okoli (Atalanta – Frosinone, Loan)
Frosinone secured the loan signing of Caleb Okoli from Atalanta, adding depth to their squad.
Thomas Kristensen (Aarhus – Udinese, €3m)
Udinese invested €3 million to acquire Danish midfielder Thomas Kristensen from Aarhus, reinforcing their midfield options.
Duvan Zapata (Atalanta – Torino, Loan)
Colombian striker Duvan Zapata moved on loan from Atalanta to Torino, providing firepower to their attack.
Samu Castillejo (Valencia – Sassuolo, Loan)
Sassuolo secured the loan signing of Spanish winger Samu Castillejo from Valencia, enhancing their attacking options.
Charlys (Vitoria – Hellas Verona, Loan)
Hellas Verona added Brazilian midfielder Charlys to their ranks on a loan deal from Vitoria, aiming to bolster their midfield.
Mehdi Bourabia (Spezia – Frosinone, Undisclosed)
Frosinone completed the signing of midfielder Mehdi Bourabia from Spezia, with the financial details of the transfer remaining undisclosed.
Salvatore Elia (Atalanta – Spezia, Undisclosed)
Spezia secured the services of Salvatore Elia from Atalanta in a transfer with undisclosed financial details.
Arijon Ibrahimovic (Bayern – Frosinone, Loan)
Frosinone orchestrated the loan signing of Arijon Ibrahimovic from Bayern Munich, adding depth to their squad.
Luka Jovic (Fiorentina – AC Milan, Free Transfer)
AC Milan pulled off a major coup by securing the services of Serbian striker Luka Jovic on a free transfer from Fiorentina. This signing promises to add firepower to their attack.
Martin Payero (Middlesbrough – Udinese, Undisclosed)
Udinese completed the signing of Argentine midfielder Martin Payero from Middlesbrough, with the financial details of the transfer remaining undisclosed.
Keinan Davis (Aston Villa – Udinese, £2m)
Udinese secured the services of English striker Keinan Davis from Aston Villa for a reported fee of £2 million, adding depth to their attacking options.
Pantelis Hatzidiakos (AZ Alkmaar – Cagliari, €2m)
Greek defender Pantelis Hatzidiakos joined Cagliari from AZ Alkmaar for a fee of €2 million, strengthening Cagliari’s defense.
Maxime Lopez (Sassuolo to Fiorentina, Loan)
Fiorentina secured the loan signing of French midfielder Maxime Lopez from Sassuolo, adding creativity to their midfield.
Leandre Kuavita (Standard Liege – Genoa, Loan)
Genoa secured the loan signing of defender Leandre Kuavita from Standard Liege, adding depth to their defensive ranks.
Antonio Tikvic (Bayern Munich – Udinese, Undisclosed)
Udinese completed the signing of Antonio Tikvic from Bayern Munich in a deal with undisclosed financial details.
Remo Freuler (Nottingham Forest – Bologna, swap deal for Nicolas Dominguez)
Nottingham Forest and Bologna arranged a swap deal involving midfielders Nicolas Dominguez and Remo Freuler, adding an element of surprise to deadline day.
Outgoing Transfers: Farewells and Loan Moves
Leonardo Bonucci (Juventus – Union Berlin)
Veteran defender Leonardo Bonucci bid farewell to Juventus, moving to Union Berlin.
Karim Zedadka (Napoli – Hesperingen, Undisclosed)
Napoli’s Karim Zedadka embarked on a move to Hesperingen, with the financial details of the transfer undisclosed.
Kevin Miranda (Sassuolo – Catanzaro, Loan)
Midfielder Kevin Miranda moved on loan from Sassuolo to Catanzaro, seeking regular playing time.
Ebrima Colley (Atalanta – Young Boys, Loan)
Atalanta’s Ebrima Colley moved on loan to Young Boys, aiming to gain experience.
Luca Marrone (Monza – Lecce, Free Transfer)
Luca Marrone departed Monza on a free transfer to Lecco.
Marco Pjaca (Juventus – Rijeka, Undisclosed)
Juventus’ Marco Pjaca moved to Rijeka in a transfer with undisclosed financial details.
Giovanni Crociata (Empoli – Lecco, Loan)
Giovanni Crociata made a loan move from Empoli to Lecco, seeking playing time.
Emanuel Vignato (Bologna to Pisa, Undisclosed)
Midfielder Emanuel Vignato departed Bologna for Pisa in a transfer with undisclosed financial details.
Marcos Antonio (Lazio – PAOK, Loan)
Marcos Antonio moved from Lazio to PAOK on loan, seeking opportunities.
Mamadou Coulibaly (Salernitana – Palermo, Loan)
Mamadou Coulibaly embarked on a loan spell from Salernitana to Palermo.
Luigi Canotto (Frosinone – Cosenza, Loan)
Luigi Canotto moved on loan from Frosinone to Cosenza, seeking playing time.
Mattia Aramu (Genoa – Bari, Loan)
Mattia Aramu departed Genoa on loan to Bari, aiming to make an impact.
Ali Dembele (Torino to Venezia, Loan)
Ali Dembele moved on loan from Torino to Venezia, gaining valuable experience.
James Abankwah (Udinese to Charlton, Loan)
James Abankwah departed Udinese on loan to Charlton, aiming to make his mark.
Janis Antiste (Sassuolo to Reggiana, Loan)
French forward Janis Antiste was loaned out to Reggiana. This marks the youngster’s second loan move of 2023.
Sofyan Amrabat (Fiorentina – Manchester United, Loan)
Fiorentina’s Sofyan Amrabat joined Manchester United on loan, adding depth to the Premier League side’s midfield.
The summer transfer window for Serie A in 2023 concluded with a flurry of activity, showcasing the ambitions and strategies of clubs in the Italian top flight. As new talents arrived and seasoned campaigners bid farewell, the stage is set for an exhilarating season of football in Serie A. Each signing brings its unique promise, and fans can hardly wait to see how these moves will shape the league’s landscape in the coming months.
