Bologna, a Serie A team, has missed out on European qualification for the first time in three years. This situation could prompt changes in the transfer market, with Jonathan Rowe potentially leaving the club after just one season.
According to a recent piece by Get Italian Football News, Rowe has been garnering interest from English clubs over the past month.
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Il Resto Del Carlino reports that Bologna may seriously consider Rowe’s exit this summer, given their lack of European football.
Chelsea and Aston Villa are among the clubs monitoring the situation. Whether a transfer to either side happens will depend on the offers presented to Bologna. The same applies to Santiago Castro, who could also be sold if the right offer comes in for the Rossoblu.
Bologna’s Transfer Strategy
Over the past two summer transfer windows, Bologna has successfully sold players to clubs in England. Dan Ndoye moved to Nottingham Forest, Riccardo Calafiori joined Arsenal, and Joshua Zirkzee found a new home at Manchester United.
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The lack of European football this season amplifies the importance of such transfer avenues. As a result, Aston Villa and Chelsea may view Rowe as a viable target, especially considering his successful performance in the Championship with Norwich City.
During his time at Bologna in 2026, Rowe has enhanced his reputation, demonstrating strong one-on-one skills and an impressive ability to score from various positions on the field.
Kaustubh Pandey I GIFN