Osmajic set for Genoa move from Preston in €3.5m deal
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Genoa are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign striker Osmajic from Preston North End for €3.5 million plus bonuses.
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Attributed to original sourceGenoa are reportedly on the verge of securing striker Milutin Osmajic from Preston North End for €3.5m plus bonus, having looked at Mehdi Taremi and Brighton’s Evan Ferguson.
It is no secret that the Grifone were lacking upfront in pre-season, especially after selling Jeff Ekhator to Juventus in a surprise move.
They had evaluated several alternatives, including Brighton and Hove Albion forward Ferguson who was fresh from a disappointing loan experience at Roma, and ex-Inter striker Taremi.
Osmajic chosen for Genoa attack LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – AUGUST 08: Milutin Osmajic of Preston North End during the Carabao Cup first round match between Preston North End and Huddersfield Town at Goodison Park on August 08, 2026 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images) However, Sport Mediaset claim Genoa are in advanced negotiations with Preston North End for Osmajic.
The Montenegro international turned 27 last month and has nine goals in 36 senior caps for his country.
Osmajic made the move from Spanish side Cadiz to Preston North End for €2.5m in the summer of 2023.
It is reported his value has since grown, as Genoa are prepared to pay €3.5m plus add-ons to complete the swoop for the centre-forward.
His contract with Preston only runs to the end of the current campaign, but last season he scored eight goals in 28 Championship games.
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What happened
According to reports from Football Italia, Serie A side Genoa are in advanced negotiations to sign Montenegrin forward Osmajic from English Championship club Preston North End. The proposed fee stands at €3.5 million plus add-ons. Osmajic, who has been a regular scorer for Preston, would provide Genoa with attacking reinforcement as they look to strengthen their squad. The move would mark the striker's first spell in Italian football.
Chance analysis
Genoa are moving to bolster their attacking options with a cut-price acquisition from the English second tier. Osmajic arrives as a proven Championship scorer, bringing physicality and finishing ability to a Genoa side seeking reliable firepower. The modest fee reflects Preston's selling position and Genoa's cautious approach in the market, but the Montenegrin could prove a shrewd piece of business if he adapts to Serie A's tactical demands.
Genoa add a Championship-proven striker on a low-fee deal, potentially upgrading their attacking depth, while Preston lose a regular scorer ahead of their own Championship campaign.