Club B sign midfielder Player from Club A in €25m deal
Serie A side Club B have completed the signing of midfielder Player from Club A in a deal worth €25m plus add-ons, according to multiple reports in Italy. The 26-year-old has signed a five-year contract through 2029 after undergoing medical tests on Thursday.
Player leaves Club A after making 132 appearances across five seasons, establishing himself as a key figure in their midfield. His departure follows extensive negotiations between the clubs, with Club B activating a release clause in his contract after initial bids fell short of the asking price.
The transfer provides Club A with significant funds as they continue restructuring under new ownership, while Club B secures a technically-gifted operator to anchor their revamped midfield. Player registered 4 goals and 9 assists last season, ranking among Serie A's top 10 midfielders for progressive carries and key passes.
This move continues Club B's aggressive summer recruitment drive following their Champions League qualification. Manager Giovanni Rossi reportedly identified Player as essential for balancing defensive solidity and build-up play in his 4-3-3 system.