Roma has been in non-stop talks with Bologna lately, trying to lock down the Castro deal, a transfer worth a massive €35 million including bonuses. But while that deal’s cooking, Bologna is making moves on a couple of other fronts that could seriously shake up their roster, especially with Robinio Vaz suddenly back in the picture.
The Castro Deal and Dovbyk Saga
So, Roma’s basically convinced Bologna to sell Castro for that €35 million price tag. That’s a huge chunk of change changing hands right there. And it’s not just Castro. These two clubs are also deep in conversation about Artem Dovbyk. The guy has even spoken with Tedesco, which makes you think this transfer is getting serious. The catch? Dovbyk still has to give his final approval to make the move to the Rossoblu official. You gotta wonder what’s holding him back, especially when clubs are this far along in discussions.
The Vaz Comeback Kid
Now, here’s where it gets wild: Bologna has a “strong interest” in Robinio Vaz. Remember Vaz? The 2007-born striker was on sporting director Di Vaio’s radar all the way back in January. But Frederic Massara swooped in and grabbed him then, dropping €22 million plus another €3 million in bonuses. A hefty price for a young talent, right? Turns out, the connection between Vaz and Gasperini “hasn’t clicked.” That’s huge! Because of that, Vaz’s profile is now “back in fashion” for Bologna. They tried once, got outbid, and now they might get a second bite at the apple because things aren’t working out elsewhere. He’s a former Marseille striker, and he’s definitely still on Sartori and Di Vaio’s radar.
Espi’s Price Tag and What’s Next
But wait, there’s another name buzzing around: Espi. He’s also on Sartori and Di Vaio’s radar, but there’s a problem. Espi comes with a hefty €25 million release clause, and that’s apparently enough to keep him firmly away from Bologna right now. So, with Espi looking less likely, and the Vaz situation heating up again because of that “no click” issue, it really puts the pressure on Bologna to act fast on Vaz. The inclusion of Robinio Vaz is explicitly “not to be ruled out.” This isn’t just a rumor, it’s a very real possibility. Bologna is juggling multiple big deals, and Vaz could be the unexpected prize if they play their cards right.
This whole transfer window is just bonkers for Bologna. They’ve secured a massive €35 million from Castro, but now they’re trying to land Dovbyk, who still needs to sign off. And with Vaz suddenly available again after his earlier big-money move didn’t pan out, their next few days are going to be packed. Will Dovbyk give the green light? Can Bologna capitalize on the Vaz-Gasperini disconnect and bring him in? With Espi’s release clause making him a tough get, Vaz could be the crucial piece. Keep an eye on the wire; this is far from over!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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