Atalanta have submitted a formal €20 million bid for Hellas Verona forward Giovane as they seek to beat Inter Milan in the race for the Brazilian starlet, though Verona have rejected the offer while maintaining their €30 million asking price for the former Corinthians player.
Atalanta Submit €20 Million Bid for Hellas Verona’s Giovane as Inter Milan Circle
The Brazilian forward’s impressive performances at Stadio Marc’Antonio Bentegodi have attracted interest from several Serie A clubs, with Roma and Inter Milan also monitoring his situation closely. Giovane’s meteoric rise since joining from Corinthians has established him as one of the league’s most promising young talents, prompting multiple clubs to consider moves for his signature.
Atalanta are reportedly preparing for the potential departure of Ademola Lookman, who could leave the club in the coming weeks. The Bergamo side view Giovane as a long-term replacement for the Nigerian winger and have moved quickly to present Verona with a concrete offer worth €20 million to secure his services ahead of their rivals.
However, Paolo Zanetti’s Hellas Verona have turned down Atalanta’s opening bid, remaining firm on their €30 million valuation of the player. The club are aware of the growing interest in Giovane’s signature from multiple Serie A sides and have no intention of lowering their financial demands despite the formal approach from Raffaele Palladino’s team.
The rejection of Atalanta’s bid leaves the door open for Inter Milan to make their own move for Giovane, with the Nerazzurri continuing to monitor the situation closely. Verona’s insistence on their asking price suggests any potential suitor will need to meet the full €30 million valuation to secure the Brazilian’s services during the current transfer window.
