Report – Genoa & Six Other Clubs Line Up Summer Bids For Inter Milan Striker After Breakout Season At Spezia | OneFootball

Genoa are reportedly one of seven clubs in the race to sign rising Inter Milan talent Francesco Pio Esposito.

Per Secolo XIX via FCInter1908, Patrick Vieira sees the 19-year-old as an ideal replacement for Andrea Pinamonti.

Indeed, the Italian striker will depart Stadio Luigi Ferraris despite a decent season-long loan from Sassuolo.

As it turns out, the Griffins have no intention of activating his €14 million buyout clause.

Therefore, they’ve already started a hunt for his successor.

Francesco Pio Esposito is the first name on the list, though there’s no shortage of suitors all across the country.

Genoa Set Sights on Inter Milan Starlet Francesco Pio Esposito

RIMINI, ITALY – MARCH 19: Francesco Pio Esposito of Italy U21 during the Italy U21 Training Session on March 19, 2024 in Rimini, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Contracted to Inter until 2030, Esposito is one of Italy’s brightest young prospects.

However, competition for places at the San Siro is as fierce as it gets.

As such, a summer departure is on the cards, with numerous Serie A clubs interested in his services.

Inter’s stance remains a bit foggy.

Despite Esposito’s burgeoning talent, the San Siro giants could sanction his sale for the right price.

Yet, another loan deal looks far more likely.