Since arriving from Hellas Verona, Diego Coppola has only been a bit-part player at Brighton.
The Italy international made his first Premier League start against Sunderland at the weekend. Before that, he had played only 17 minutes in the Premier League.
Despite his increased usage by Fabian Hurzeler, the defender is attracting attention in Serie A. Quotidiano Sportivo note Bologna want to bolster their backline in January. They see the Brighton player as a target, with his lack of game time viewed as an opportunity.
Rossoblu sporting director Giovanni Sartori is said to have been following the 21-year-old for two years. Manager Vincenzo Italiano also wanted to sign him during his tenure at Fiorentina.
Now it’s believed €10m will be enough to lure Coppola from Brighton.
Corriere dello Sport also have some information about the centre-back.
They are confident – relayed by LabaroViola, that the Italian is a target for Fiorentina. The newspaper also indicate that initial contact with the Seagulls has also been made.
Fabio Paratici is expected to join the Florence club as new sporting director. This is likely to make sure that Fiorentina make some important signings next month.
A return to Italy has been talked up for most of the month, with confidence gradually growing.
