Atalanta are poised to complete the signing of Ljubo Puljic from Bayern Munich, according to reports from Fabrizio Romano. The 19-year-old centre-back has agreed to a four-year contract with the Serie A club, with an option for an additional year, as the Italian side look to bolster their defensive options.
Puljic joined Bayern Munich from Croatian side NK Osijek in 2023, quickly establishing himself within the Bavarian club’s youth setup. He has accumulated 66 appearances for Bayern’s youth and reserve teams, demonstrating consistent playing time and development. Despite his progress, the Croatian youth international has not yet made a senior appearance for Bayern, prompting the move to Italy in search of first-team opportunities.
The defender has also represented Croatia at the Under-19 level on 14 occasions, scoring twice for his nation. His performances for both club and country have showcased his potential, attracting the attention of Atalanta, who are known for developing young talent. Atalanta finished seventh in Serie A last season, securing a spot in the Europa League, and will be hoping Puljic can contribute to their continued success.
While the financial details of the transfer have not been disclosed, the move represents a significant opportunity for Puljic to gain regular first-team football in a competitive European league. Bayern Munich may view the transfer as a beneficial outcome, allowing a promising young player to develop elsewhere while potentially recouping a transfer fee. The move provides Atalanta with a promising young defender who could become a key part of their squad for years to come.
