According to TuttoMercatoWeb, Cagliari has moved ahead in the race to sign Maldini and is close to bringing the player to Sardinia.

The value of this deal

According to the latest reports, Cagliari and Atalanta are negotiating a deal involving a €1 million loan fee and an €8 million buyout clause. The two clubs are in close contact and the deal is nearing completion. Maldini is expected to undergo a medical examination with Cagliari in the coming hours before signing a new contract.

This transfer, bringing Maldini to Sardinia, is unrelated to Esposito. The striker is close to leaving Cagliari following recent issues, with Atalanta among the clubs most interested in him. Napoli, Como, PSV Eindhoven, and Hull City are also monitoring the player. Cagliari is willing to consider offers around €20 million.

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