Transfer Market: After Gattuso’s Rejection, Free Agent Icardi Hopes for Another Italian Coach

Mauro Icardi is eager to play. With his stint at Galatasaray now over (77 goals in four seasons), the former Inter striker is looking for a new opportunity to prove he can still make an impact.

At 33 years old, the Argentine striker believes he can still make a difference in the penalty area. Moreover, since he’s a free agent, he’s a potential bargain for any club—especially those looking for an experienced, seasoned striker.

His dream of returning to play in Italy (he played for Sampdoria and Inter), where he hasn’t played since the 2018–19 season, faded when Gattuso chose not to give his approval to the deal that Lazio was putting together with the player’s representatives.

At this point, in addition to options in Saudi Arabia and the MLS, keep an eye out for a possible move to the Premier League. There are rumors of potential interest from Tottenham, a club led by an Italian coach, De Zerbi. It remains to be seen whether the English club will take the decisive step to sign Maurito, who, in the meantime, is training and waiting for the right call.