Manchester United are close to signing Torino star Matteo Darmian, according to the BBC.
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This has raised the prospect of further arrivals to the Premier League coming from Serie A. Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester City are among the other teams linked to moves for players based in Italy.
Here are ten that could be next to go through…
10) Paul Pogba, Juventus
Chelsea, Manchester United and their local rivals City have all been linked to the 22-year-old by the Daily Star. However, it will take a sizeable offer to tempt the Bianconeri in to selling.
9) Angelo Ogbonna, Juventus
West Ham are supposed to be close to signing the centre-back [Metro] as Slaven Bilic looks to strengthen his side for the dual challenges of the Europa League and domestic competition.
8) Mauro Icardi, Inter Milan
Chelsea and Manchester City are interested in the forward, who is already a key player for the Nerazzurri despite being just 22-years-old. They will have to fight off Real Madrid for his signature, according to talkSPORT.
7) Mateo Kovacic
With Steven Gerrard having left Anfield, Liverpool are interested in the 21-year-old to bolster their midfield, reported The Independent.
6) Gonzalo Higuain, Napoli
Arsenal are close to signing the forward [Metro], who has 51 goals in 98 appearances for the Italian side over the last two seasons.
5) Faouzi Ghoulam, Napoli
Arsenal are also keen on signing the Argentina international’s teammate to bolster their defence, according to the Metro.
4) Radja Nainggolan, AS Roma
Liverpool and fierce rivals Manchester United have both been linked to the centre-mid by the Metro. Could his competitive spirit be perfect for the Premier League?
3) Stephan El Shaarawy, AC Milan
Now seemingly over his injury problems, the 22-year-old could now be back in the sights of Arsenal according to the Metro.
2) Hernanes, Inter Milan
Liverpool see the Brazilian as an option if they miss out on his teammate Kovacic, reported the Daily Telegraph.
1) Kwadwo Asamoah, Juventus
Arsenal are in for the Ghana international, according to the Daily Express. Arsene Wenger may be enticed to play at full-back, on the wing, and in central midfield.