Bologne target Gudmundsson and Theate, could offload Rowe to Atalanta
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Bologna are reportedly eyeing Albert Gudmundsson and Arthur Theate as potential signings, while Jonathan Rowe could be released to Atalanta.
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Attributed to original sourceBologna could spark a transfer domino effect with Albert Gudmundsson from Fiorentina, sending Jonathan Rowe to Atalanta, while Arthur Theate could return from Eintracht Frankfurt.
The Rossoblu had a nasty surprise to start their Serie A season under new coach Domenico Tedesco, suffering a 1-0 home defeat to Lazio on Monday.
They also had some disastrous pre-season friendly results, so are now trying to improve the squad before the transfer deadline.
Bologna need to revamp squad BOLOGNA, ITALY – AUGUST 24: Domenico Tedesco, Head Coach of Bologna FC 1909 reacts during the Serie A match between Bologna FC and SS Lazio at Stadio Renato Dall’Ara on August 24, 2026 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by Emmanuele Ciancaglini/Getty Images) According to L’Equipe , that could mean the return of defender Theate, who already wore the Bologna jersey in the 2021-22 campaign.
The Belgium international was sold to Stade Rennes for €19m that summer, then moved on to Eintracht Frankfurt in 2025.
epa11721655 Wout Faes (C), Arthur Theate (2-L), and goalkeeper Koen Casteels (R) of Belgium in action against Giovanni Di Lorenzo of Italy (L) during the UEFA Nations League soccer match between Belgium and Italy in Brussels, Belgium, 14 November 2024. EPA-EFE/OLIVIER MATTHYS Meanwhile, Sky Sport Italia insist Bologna have asked Fiorentina for the availability of Icelandic forward Gudmundsson, who has struggled since his move to the Stadio Franchi.
If Gudmundsson did come to the Stadio Dall’Ara, it would allow the Rossoblu to in turn sell Rowe to Atalanta.
FLORENCE, ITALY – APRIL 26: Albert Gudmundsson of ACF Fiorentina in action during the Serie A match between ACF Fiorentina and US Sassuolo Calcio at Artemio Franchi on April 26, 2026 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images) It had already been reported that Atalanta made a second bid for Rowe worth €35m plus add-ons , but that the Rossoblu were unwilling to let him leave after previously selling Santiago Castro to Roma.
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What happened
Bologna are exploring the market for attacking reinforcement, with Genoa forward Albert Gudmundsson among the names on their radar. The club is also considering a move for centre-back Arthur Theate, who previously played for Bologna before joining Rennes. To fund incoming activity, Bologna could part ways with winger Jonathan Rowe, who is attracting interest from Atalanta. The potential reshuffle signals an ambitious window for Bologna as they look to strengthen both ends of the pitch while balancing the books.
Chance analysis
Bologna's reported interest in Gudmundsson reflects their ambition to add proven Serie A attacking quality, while a return for Theate would plug a familiar gap at the back. The potential sale of Rowe to Atalanta suggests a pragmatic approach — reinvesting in areas where the squad needs depth. Atalanta's pursuit of Rowe underlines their continued aggressive recruitment strategy in the wide areas.
Bologna could strengthen attack with Gudmundsson and defense with Theate while losing winger Rowe to Atalanta, reshaping their squad depth.