Juventus Complete Second Summer Signing as Estupinan, Chalobah, and Koné Dominate Transfer Headlines

Juventus Complete Second Summer Signing as Estupinan, Chalobah, and Koné Dominate Transfer Headlines

FolioPitch.com – 16 July 2026 | Transfer round-up Second Juventus signing Estupinan Chalobah and Koné updates dominate today’s football news as Serie A clubs accelerate their summer business. The biggest move of the day sees Zeki Celik join Juventus as a free agent, becoming the Bianconeri’s second summer signing after Jeff Ekhator. The Turkish right-back rejected Roma’s contract extension offer to sign a five-year deal with Juventus until 2029.

In other major developments, Milan defender Pervis Estupinan is closing in on a move to Aston Villa, with a fee between €18m and €20m expected to reunite the Ecuadorian with his former Villarreal coach Unai Emery. Meanwhile, Como have scheduled new talks with Chelsea for Trevoh Chalobah, confident of sealing a €35m transfer. The transfer round-up Second Juventus signing Estupinan Chalobah and Koné updates also highlight Roma’s expected sale of Manu Koné to Manchester United, with the French midfielder’s agents already in discussions.

Juventus confirmed Celik’s arrival on Wednesday evening, marking their second summer acquisition. The club remains active in the market, with director Giovanni Carnevali holding direct talks with Roberto De Zerbi regarding goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario and striker Richarlison. The Bianconeri are also in negotiations with Franck Kessié but are reluctant to meet his €5m-€6m salary demands. Additionally, Juventus met Parma earlier this week for Mateo Pellegrino as they continue their search for a centre-forward.

Como’s ambitious summer continues as they near an agreement for Trevoh Chalobah. Sky reports that the Serie A newcomers have scheduled a new meeting with Chelsea executives and are optimistic about finalizing a €35m deal. The Azzurri have also agreed personal terms with Norwegian striker Mohamed El Fezani and announced the signing of Mattia Liberali from Catanzaro. The transfer round-up Second Juventus signing Estupinan Chalobah and Koné updates underscore Como’s determination to strengthen under Cesc Fabregas.

Milan, after spending around €100m on Mario Gila and Gonçalo Ramos, are now focusing on sales. Pervis Estupinan is set to join Aston Villa for a fee between €18m and €20m, as reported by Gazzetta. Rafael Leao has not yet received formal proposals, but the Rossoneri have been offered Manchester City’s Phil Foden as a replacement, according to SportMediaset.

Roma’s financial needs make Manu Koné’s sale ‘appear inevitable’, per Gazzetta. Agent talks are ongoing with Manchester United, while Roma have identified Celtic’s Arne Engels and Botafogo’s Danilo Santos as potential replacements. The Giallorossi also have an agreement with Club Brugge striker Nicolò Tresoldi but await the Belgian club’s green light. Additionally, Roma’s €30m offer for Diego Moreira falls short of Strasbourg’s €40m asking price.

Other Serie A moves include Sassuolo in talks for Francesco Acerbi, Bologna close to signing Mikel Amondarain and Alhassane, Lazio preparing an €8m offer for John Kennedy, and Udinese interested in Milan midfielder Warren Bondo. Official transfers on Wednesday included Zeki Celik to Juventus, Alessandro Vinciguerra to Cerignola, Diego Mascardi to Torino, and others.

This transfer round-up Second Juventus signing Estupinan Chalobah and Koné updates illustrates a dynamic market with significant moves across Serie A. As clubs reshape their squads, fans can expect more activity in the coming weeks. The transfer window remains open, and these developments signal an exciting period ahead for Italian football.

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