Report: Alajbegovic targeted by Atalanta as they hope to beat competition
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Atalanta are reportedly interested in signing Alajbegovic and are looking to outpace rival clubs also pursuing the player.
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Attributed to original sourceAtalanta have intensified talks with Kerim Alajbegovic, claim Sky Sport Italia , but Roma and Milan are among those still interested in the Bayer Leverkusen talent.
The versatile winger will turn 19 in September and is fresh off a sensational season at RB Salzburg.
That was a sale for €2m last summer, with the buy-back option set at just €8m activated on July 1.
Alajbegovic impressed at World Cup SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 24: Kerim Alajbegovic #19 of Bosnia and Herzegovina scores his team’s first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B match between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Qatar at Seattle Stadium on June 24, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) He scored 13 goals with four assists in 44 competitive games for RB Salzburg, then became a hero for Bosnia and Herzegovina when scoring decisive goals in their World Cup play-offs.
This form continued at the tournament itself, where he started three of Bosnia’s four matches, scoring a sensational solo strike.
Primarily playing down the left wing, but also able to work on the right or as a trequartista behind a striker, Alajbegovic has caught the eye of numerous top clubs.
Sky Sport Italia claim that Atalanta are stepping up negotiations with his entourage in the hope of convincing him before they begin the real talks with his club.
Milan and Roma have also shown an interest within Serie A , along with Napoli, while Newcastle United, Sunderland and Real Betis are among the other sides keeping an eye on the situation.
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What happened
According to a report from Football Italia, Atalanta have set their sights on Alajbegovic and are hopeful of winning the race for his signature ahead of competing clubs. The specifics of the deal, the player's current club, and the level of advancement in negotiations are not detailed in the headline. Atalanta, known for their strong recruitment model targeting young talent, are reportedly looking to add the player to their squad. No official confirmation from either Atalanta or the selling club has been provided.
Chance analysis
Atalanta have a well-established track record of identifying and developing emerging talent, often purchasing relatively unknown prospects and selling them on for significant profits. If this report is accurate, the move would fit Atalanta's typical recruitment strategy of identifying players before they break through at a major level. For prediction systems, this is a low-impact rumor at this stage but worth tracking if Atalanta formalize their interest with a concrete bid.
If completed, Atalanta would bolster their squad with a young prospect, but at this rumor stage there is no tangible impact on upcoming match predictions.
Treat this as a low-impact transfer rumor; only act if Atalanta confirm a bid or the selling club acknowledges negotiations.