On January 9th, journalist Alfredo Pedullà suggested Atalanta could return with a new offer, after making an initial proposal of €5m plus bonuses to sign Birmingham City’s Jordan James.
Last Friday, TuttoMercatoWeb stated the midfielder has total agreement with the Serie A side for a deal until 2028, worth €750,000 per year. It was also reported Atalanta were taking their time in negotiations with the Blues.
The Wales international has scored six goals from 28 appearances this season and his deal lasts until 2025, with an option for another year.
It’s said Atalanta director Lee Congerton is ‘ready to invest’ in securing the 19-year-old’s services with an offer estimated between €7m and €10m. It’s not made clear whether or not this includes bonuses.
From a financial point of view, this may be tempting for Birmingham City, and is more than previous claims.
Congerton is determined to bring James to Atalanta, with the aim for him to be a potential starter for the club from next season.
However, as stated previously, not everyone at the Serie A club is quite as convinced.
