Serie A Transfer Market: Sportal’s Ratings—Como Deserves Applause (8.5), Napoli Stuck in a Rut (4.5)

The summer transfer window has closed. The Sportal editorial team has analyzed the moves made by every Serie A club. Here are the final ratings:

ATALANTA – 7.5

Atalanta ended the transfer window on a high note, with some key moves in the final days. The sales of Palestra and Ahanor brought in nearly 100 million euros, while other departures allowed the team to further refresh the roster. De Roon’s departure is felt most acutely in terms of his experience and leadership in the locker room, even though the midfield has been bolstered by the return of Kessie and the addition of Gaetano, who could become an intriguing piece in Sarri’s system. Kristensen adds defensive solidity, while the investment in Rowe brings unpredictability to the attack. It was also important to retain players like Carnesecchi, De Ketelaere, and Ederson.

BOLOGNA – 4

Bologna emerges from the transfer window with several questions and a roster that appears less complete than the previous one. The departures of Castro, Lucumì, Freuler, and Rowe have deprived the team of key players. Up front, the club has signed Dovbyk and Piccoli, both of whom are looking for consistent playing time, but having two similar players doesn’t seem to establish a clear hierarchy. Mbangula could be an interesting option, while Orsolini’s contract extension is a positive development. However, doubts remain in other areas as well, including the goalkeeper position. They should have—and could have—done better. Losing Rowe at the last minute is a major blow.

CAGLIARI – 5.5

Pisacane will have to rebuild the team’s balance following the departures of Palestra, Esposito, and Gaetano—three key players from last season. The biggest concerns center on the attack, which will rely on Mendy, Nzola, and Kevin Carlos. Maldini, Fazzini, and Fadera can boost the quality, but they’ll need to show more consistency. The work done in midfield is more intriguing, where Romano is a promising addition and Massolin can try to prove himself in Serie A as well. Winks and Gagliardini bring experience, while Sugawara’s last-minute arrival expands the team’s options.

COMO – 8.5

Como has built a deep roster, well-suited to handle both the league and the Champions League simultaneously. Kean is the key offensive reinforcement, while Chalobah and Sanchez add experience and solidity to the defense. Yan Couto provides more pace on the wing, as does Kaiki, while Ricci ensures versatility. Milla seems particularly well-suited to Fabregas’s system and could prove to be one of the most valuable signings. The 6-million investment in Liberali is also noteworthy. Rounding out a high-level transfer window are the permanent signing of Nico Paz and the retention of Baturina.

FIORENTINA – 6.5

Fiorentina was among the most active teams, but the assessment remains influenced by some unknowns. Atta and Mastantuono significantly boost the team’s quality, while Oulai represents a major investment for which expectations are high. Pedro Gonçalves can add technical skill and offensive creativity, but he’ll need to adapt to Serie A. Dragusin, Alex Jimenez, and Joao Mario have quality, even if they’re coming off seasons that weren’t always convincing. The departures of Kean and Gudmundsson, however, raise some doubts about the team’s scoring ability, with Pellegrino, Beto, Gnonto, and Njie called upon to make up for their absence.

FROSINONE – 6

Frosinone’s transfer activity is difficult to assess due to the number of changes made. The retention of Raimondo is important, as is that of Ghedjemis, while Schmid arrives after a good season in Germany. Zerbin and Grillitsch bring additional experience. The investment of over 10 million for Bobcek is riskier. The roster seems to have enough options to fight for survival, although doubts remain, especially regarding the defense’s stability.

GENOA – 5.5

Genoa has undergone significant changes and is taking several gambles. The departures of Norton-Cuffy, Ekhator, Malinovskyi, Onana, Cornet, Martin, and Masini have reduced the number of reliable options available to De Rossi. Among the new arrivals, Traorè could become the most important player if he manages to regain his top form, while Sow is an interesting addition. Osmajic will be tasked with filling the void left by Ekhator, who was sold on favorable financial terms. Meichtry is also one to watch, coming off a strong season in Switzerland, while Robinho Jr. represents a more forward-looking choice.

INTER – 7.5

Inter had to adjust its plans several times to replace Dumfries. After evaluating Palestra and Khalaili, the choice fell on Spence, supported by the development of Diouf. In midfield, Curtis Jones has arrived—a player the front office had been tracking for some time and who will help increase depth. Stones adds experience and quality to the defense following the departures of De Vrij and Acerbi. They didn’t sign a striker who is particularly effective in one-on-one situations, but with Lautaro, Thuram, and Pio Esposito, the offense already has several options.

JUVENTUS – 7

Juventus has revamped several positions despite financial constraints and the need to reduce the payroll. Vicario and Grabara have shifted the pecking order in goal, while Lucumì and Celik provide more options on defense. The main change is in the attack: the departures of Vlahovic, David, and Openda have been offset by the arrivals of Kolo Muani and Woltemade, players whose attributes are better suited to Spalletti’s demands. Sarr and, above all, Alajbegovic are also promising, representing an investment in the future. However, another midfielder and, above all, a left fullback to rotate with Cambiaso would have been useful.

LAZIO – 7

Given its financial constraints, Lazio managed to have a successful transfer window. Frattesi, Pinamonti, and Gudmundsson are already familiar with the Italian league and offer Gattuso new options. Sutalo and Doekhi add physicality and depth to the defense, while Pedraza can be useful on the wing. The work on player sales was also important: Gila was sold for about 30 million despite his contract expiring in 2027, while Dia’s departure secured additional resources.

LECCE – 5.5

Lecce has continued to focus on sustainable moves and players with development potential. Ilic is a player with significant qualities who needs to regain consistency, while Geubbels and Monteiro represent interesting investments. The retention of Tiago Gabriel is also a positive development. However, the long-running saga involving Banda affected the transfer window, and the roster still raises some questions ahead of the fight to avoid relegation.

MILAN – 6

Despite a very high overall investment, Milan closed the transfer window with some gaps. Ramos and Moreira are important signings, and Gila is a reliable option for Serie A, but Leao’s departure has left a void that will be difficult to fill. Relying on Cissé and Hutchinson for a significant portion of the team’s offensive output carries risks, while Camarda remains the only real alternative to Ramos. The midfield has also lost depth with the departures of Fofana and Ricci. The main problem, however, remains the defense, where another reliable center back would have been needed, despite Tomori’s return. The roster therefore appears competitive in some positions but lacks depth in others.

MONZA – 6

Transfers in recent days have improved what was initially an underwhelming transfer window. Ngonge and Folorunsho can offer experience, while Ziolkowski strengthens the defense. Varela and Mangas are also promising, as is Zeballos, a talented player who will, however, need to adapt to Italian soccer. The sheer number of changes means it will take time to find balance and consistency, and Juric will play a key role in bringing out the best in the new squad.

NAPLES – 4.5

Naples devoted much of the transfer window to trimming the roster and resolving roster-related issues, but failed to adequately bolster the offense. Favasuli and Badiashile provide more options but do not substantially raise the team’s level. Following Lukaku’s departure and the failure to sign Gabriel Jesus, Hojlund remains the main attacking threat, with Lucca as a backup. The failure to sell Lang also limited incoming transfers. For a team aiming for the top spots, more action would have been necessary.

PARMA – 5.5

Parma lost three key players—Suzuki, Circati, and Pellegrino—but secured important resources to reinvest. The strategy remains to acquire players to develop and bring to their full potential. Romero and Lontani fit this approach, while El Bilal Touré and Fabbian have a chance to turn their careers around. Diallo represents another potential gamble. The late arrival of Diego Carlos adds experience to the defense, but overall, there doesn’t seem to have been a clear improvement over last season.

ROMA – 8

Roma has chosen to retain its key players, from Svilar to Manu Koné, despite financial constraints. At the same time, the club has built a roster with more depth. Castro adds options in attack behind Malen, while Rodrigo Mora represents a promising investment in the attacking midfield. Molina brings pace and experience on the wing and appears well-suited to Gasperini’s style of play. Balerdi and Koulierakis round out the defense, each bringing different qualities. The contract extensions for Dybala and Pellegrini are also positive developments. The only thing missing was another winger in the final days of the transfer window.

SASSUOLO – 6.5

Sassuolo had to replace two key players—Muharemovic and Pinamonti—but responded with several interesting additions. Sebastiano Esposito may see more consistent playing time up front, while Adzic and Dominguez possess quality and can develop in a less high-pressure environment. Bowie and Van der Brempt provide additional options. In defense, much will depend on the performance of Caleta-Car and Leysen, who are called upon to make up for Muharemovic’s departure. Overall, it’s a young roster that aligns with the project entrusted to Aquilani.

TORINO – 6

Mandragora’s arrival has rounded out a midfield that needed more experience. Fitz-Jim can provide structure, while Bragança brings more creative flair. Comuzzo and Belghali are two interesting additions, and Perri can offer greater stability in goal. However, some gaps remain, particularly due to the absence of a left-footed center back and an attacking quality that isn’t always top-notch. Furthermore, the sale of Njie deprives the team of a young player with room to grow. In attack, the scoring burden remains primarily on Duvan Zapata, Ché Adams, Simeone, and Kulenovic.

UDINESE – 6.5

Udinese secured significant proceeds from the sales of Atta and Kristensen, while retaining players such as Solet and Davies. The club chose not to directly replace Kristensen, instead relying on the development of Palma and Bertola. Vojvoda represents the most reliable signing in terms of experience and consistency, while Unai Gomez and Jovanovic are acquisitions with promising potential for growth. Zaniolo’s retention also adds quality and unpredictability to the offense.

VENEZIA – 6.5

Venezia invested over 40 million euros to build a roster capable of competing in Serie A, financing part of the transfer activity through the sale of Doumbia. Akor Adams represents a significant investment for a newly promoted team, while Bella-Kotchap and Thierry Correia raise the level of the defense. Basic, Sohm, Mazzocchi, Juan Jesus, and Montipò add experience, while Rrahmani is a more future-oriented gamble. The roster is deep and offers Stroppa several options, with the immediate goal of avoiding relegation but a plan that also looks toward the medium term.