Non-stop market — Indiscretions, negotiations and behind the scenes
According to Tuttomercatoweb.
Why this matters
The change of coach at Udinese could have a significant impact on the team's dynamics, especially with the arrival of Paolo Zanetti, who has the task of revitalizing the club's performance in Serie A. The decision to remove Kosta Runjaic, after more than two years, reflects Udinese's ambition to achieve new goals in the Italian league.
Main conclusions
- Non-stop market — Indiscretions, negotiations and behind the scenes.
- Intense market day: Udinese change coach, How Jacobo Ramon holds against Real Madrid buyback, Isaksen on the rise at Lazio and Liverpool appoints Van Dijk's replacement.
- Calciomercato no stop - Indiscrezioni, trattative e retroscena del 2 novembre.
Market day in Italy kicked off with a bang in Udine. Udinese announced, through official channels, the removal of Kosta Runjaic from the technical command of the main team, also thanking the work of his assistants Małecki and Trukan. Immediately, the Friulians confirmed their successor: Paolo Zanetti is the new coach, with a contract valid until June 30, 2027. The first work session is scheduled for tomorrow afternoon and the presentation to the press was scheduled for Wednesday, at 3 pm.
In Como, Jacobo Ramon has been one of the names of the season. The Lombard team, which is surprising in the league and Champions League, is benefiting from the midfielder's growth: 10 official games and 2 goals so far, including a clear shot in the 4-1 home win against Manchester United in European competitions. Remember that Como guaranteed Ramon in July 2025 for 2.5 million euros from Real Madrid, who kept 50% of a future sale. The Merengues also safeguarded a buy-back clause valid until the summer of 2028, for 9 million euros, and have already expressed their intention to return him to the base. Cesc Fàbregas, previewing the meeting with Veneza, highlighted the player's importance in this cycle.
In Rome, Lazio enjoys the best Gustavo Isaksen since arriving in Serie A in 2023. Under the command of Gennaro Gattuso, the Dane has 4 goals and 1 assist in 10 games, approaching last season's record (5 goals and 1 assist in 30 games). The club is working on the renewal to extend the contract from 2028 to 2030 and is preparing for the January market, where one or two reinforcements are on the table. Among those observed is Ante Simovic, a Croatian center back from 2009, left-footed, with excellent technique and speed, often compared to a young David Alaba.
In Milan, AC Milan is not limited to Gonçalo Inácio to reinforce the defense and is keeping a close eye on Massire Sylla, the 21-year-old center back from Union Saint-Gilloise, contractually linked until 2030, after a remarkable sequence of performances in Belgium.
In Türkiye, Fenerbahçe still has not reached an agreement for the arrival of Sérgio Conceição, despite recent contacts. The uncertainty could prolong the interim solution with Dirk Kuyt for the European commitment against Liverpool. Other big names remain on the Istanbul team's radar: Julian Nagelsmann, Roberto Martínez, José Luis Mendilibar and Ernesto Valverde.
In England, Liverpool is already working on the successor dossier for Virgil van Dijk, who ends his contract at the end of the season and has not yet received a renewal proposal. Murillo (Nottingham Forest, 2002, contract until 2030) and Nico Schlotterbeck (Borussia Dortmund, 1999, until 2031) are at the top of the list, with the German emerging as a priority target and with contacts scheduled for the coming weeks. Luka Vuskovic (Brighton) is also closely followed, although the Seagulls only admit to negotiating for amounts in the region of 100 million pounds, in a context in which the young Croatian has already played 13 games this season in various competitions.
In London, David Raya continues to be a key player at Arsenal. The Spanish international goalkeeper, a regular under Mikel Arteta and decisive in the Gunners' last season of domestic and European success, could see his contract, currently until 2028, extended for another year to protect his future at the Emirates and fend off potential interested parties.
What happens next
With Zanetti's appearance scheduled for Wednesday, Udinese fans will be hoping to see a new approach to their style of play. Meanwhile, Como continues to impress in Serie A and the Champions League, with Jacobo Ramon a key player, which could influence future negotiations with Real Madrid.
Frequently asked questions
What was the result of the game between Udinese and Como?
The article does not mention the result of the game between Udinese and Como.
How does Kosta Runjaic's departure impact Udinese in the table?
The article does not provide information about Udinese's position in the table following Kosta Runjaic's departure.
When is Udinese's next work session with the new coach?
Udinese's next work session with new coach Paolo Zanetti is scheduled for tomorrow afternoon.
How many goals has Jacobo Ramon scored so far this season?
Jacobo Ramon has scored 2 goals so far this season.
What are Lazio's plans for the January market?
Lazio is preparing for the market now
place, where one or two reinforcements are on the table.