Tedesco confirms Rowe out of Bologna squad amid €40m Atalanta links
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Bologna coach Thiago Motta's successor or current coach Tedesco has confirmed that forward Rowe has been left out of the squad amid reports of a €40m move to Atalanta.
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Attributed to original sourceBologna head coach Domenico Tedesco has confirmed that Jonathan Rowe will not be part of the matchday squad for Monday evening’s Serie A match against Atalanta, amidst transfer speculation linking the Englishman with a €40m move to La Dea.
Tedesco confirms Rowe will not be involved in Atalanta vs. Bologna Rowe has been the subject of a series of transfer bids from Atalanta this summer, including an initial €30m attempt and another improved offer worth €35m plus bonuses . The latest reports indicate that Atalanta are willing to take their offer up to the €40m mark.
BERGAMO, ITALY – MAY 17: Jonathan Rowe of Bologna FC in action during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and Bologna FC 1909 at Gewiss Stadium on May 17, 2026 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Giuseppe Cottini/Getty Images) The two sides are due to meet in Bergamo in Serie A on Monday evening, kicking off at 19.45 BST, and Bologna head coach Tedesco has confirmed that Rowe is not currently in the right state of mind to play.
Speaking during his pre-match press conference on Sunday, Tedesco confirmed: “I thought he’s not been at his best, so we’ve decided to leave him at home for this game.”
Bologna’s 2026-27 Serie A campaign began with a 1-0 defeat at home against Lazio last Monday.
“It leaves us with zero points,” said Tedesco when asked where the defeat leaves the team in terms of their preparation. “We all expected more from the first home league game. We trained well but we lacked the intensity. We trained well again this week. We’re at the beginning of our journey and we’re still in a period of growth.”
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) Tedesco admitted that it will be difficult to field Riccardo Orsolini and Federico Bernardeschi in the same starting XI.
“The situation is clear, otherwise we’ll have to talk about this position for the whole season. Bernardeschi prefers to play on the wing. We have two strong players on that side and week by week, we will choose the strongest. Even those who come on in the 60th minute can give the team a boost.”
BOLOGNA, ITALY – AUGUST 24: Domenico Tedesco, Head Coach of Bologna FC 1909 speaks to his players 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) And what does Tedesco expect to see from Atalanta?
“I expect a strong team that is playing well at the moment. They have a fixed system and they probably won’t change that. They’re good at everything they do.”
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What happened
Bologna manager Tedesco has publicly confirmed that Rowe is not part of the squad, fueling speculation that a €40 million transfer to Atalanta is imminent. The absence from the matchday squad is the clearest signal yet that the player is on the verge of departing. Atalanta have been strongly linked with the move, and the reported fee of €40m would represent a significant sale for Bologna. Rowe's departure would leave a notable gap in Bologna's attacking options for the remainder of the campaign.
Chance analysis
Rowe being left out of Bologna's squad by Tedesco is the strongest indicator yet that his time at the club is over. With Atalanta reportedly ready to spend €40m, the deal appears close to completion, which would hand Bologna a significant windfall but also strip them of a key attacking contributor mid-season. For Atalanta, adding a proven Serie A forward would be a statement signing as they continue to push for European places. Bologna, meanwhile, will need to act quickly in the market or tactically adjust to cover the absence.
Bologna lose an attacking player ahead of upcoming fixtures, while Atalanta could strengthen their forward line if the €40m deal goes through.