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Hello and welcome to the Serie A news and rumours of the day! There are many interesting stories to read as the next transfer window draws closer. Without further ado, let's take a look at the top stories of the day surrounding the Italian league.
Cagliari president confirms Maurizio Sarri's interest in Barella
Cagliari president Tommaso Giulini has revealed about star player Nicolo Barella's recent situation at the club. Barella has been the backbone at the center of the park for the Serie outfit this season.
He has started nearly every matches for Cagliari despite being only 22 years old and has drawn numerous interests from European giants including Napoli and Chelsea.
However, Guilini stated that the starlet was not even close to being sold in January. The president also believed that Barella is worth much more than €50 million and hoped that the player wants to continue playing with his club.
"He was not close to being sold in the January transfer market. I do not know what his future is but I think he is a player who can still grow a lot. We hope he continues to do so with our shirt," he said.
"Barella's evaluation? You do the evaluations and I see that you write it often in the newspapers. 50 million? Maybe even a little bit more since next year it will be the anniversary of a century of his favourite team [Cagliari].
"De Laurentiis? I cannot deny that he asked me for Barella. The interest of Napoli was concrete in January. If Sarri wants him too? Yes," Giulini concluded.
Barella is known for his agility and defensive skills. He has amassed an average of 2.9 tackles per game and has involved in 2 goals for Cagliari so far.
Juventus plan to offer Dybala plus cash for Liverpool superstar
The Italian giant are planning a sensational Dybala plus another €60 million cash offer to lure Premier League sensation Mohamed Salah to Turin, according to a report from Italy. Despite his recent goal drought, the Egyptian superstar's performance has been outstanding for Liverpool this season.
He has scored 17 league goals with 7 assists and is only behind Sergio Aguero in the Premier League top goalscoring chart. Last season, the 26 years old had taken the football world by storm as he amassed 32 league goals and became one of Jurgen Klopp's key players in their run to the Champions League final and finished 6th in the Ballon d'Or award.
However, Paulo Dybala has failed to replicate his sharpness from the previous season, having scored just 4 goals in 25 Serie A appearances so far. He has been linked to numerous European giants including Real Madrid and Inter due to his difficult situation.
Real Madrid battle Manchester United for Koulibaly
Kalidou Koulibaly has been one of the most wanted players this season. The imposing defender has long been linked with a move to the Premier League due to Manchester United interest.
However, a recent report states that Real Madrid are also keen on the Senegalese star to replace Raphael Varane. The World Cup-winning defender has been touted to leave Bernabeu at the end of the season and even reported to be already given his farewell to his teammates. Koulibaly will become Los Blancos's priority if Varane decides to depart.
Napoli have reportedly slapped an eye-watering €150 million price tag to their most prized defender. Hence, teams with financial superpower would be the only one capable of prising the star away. Koulibaly has started nearly every matches for Napoli this season and known for his strength, pace, and aerial presence.
