Bellanova could leave Bergamo; Cambiaso’s future at Juve remains to be seen; a bidding war could break out for Palestra; and with Dumfries facing a crisis at Inter…

There’s a lot of activity on the right flank. They start from deep and often drive all the way to the byline: they’re Serie A’s most dynamic wingbacks. And inevitably, they’re at the center of the transfer market. It’s no coincidence that in recent months, fullbacks (as they used to be called) have been making the difference—with positive effects for the national team as well. With the Azzurri, Gattuso continues to put his trust in the proven Di Lorenzo, a key player in Napoli’s Scudetto wins and someone who clearly excels in the role. Meanwhile, however, Andrea Cambiaso’s star has begun to shine at Juventus: to tell the truth, he also performs well on the opposite flank; he’s a versatile player, capable of excelling in attack as well as helping out in defense. And it’s no coincidence that the Bianconeri were tempted by the Premier League last summer. Arsenal, in particular, courted him, with a valuation nearing 40 million euros. In the end, however, he decided to pledge his loyalty to Juventus. It will be interesting, though, to see what happens this summer, given the developments at Continassa—and assuming his name continues to be highly sought after.

From Bellanova to Palestra—  Speaking of which, Raoul Bellanova has also made a name for himself at Atalanta—and, as it happens, he, too, has been called up to the senior national team. In Bergamo, he’s building on his resume following successful stints at Cagliari and Turin. In any case, first under Gasperini and now under Palladino, he seems destined to continue refining his game. Needless to say, there is also immense interest in him from abroad. But this start to the season has above all highlighted the progress of Marco Palestra, who plays for Cagliari. The powerful winger from Buccinasco came up through Atalanta’s youth system, but after strong seasons with the Under-23 team, he is now making a tangible impact in the top flight as well. And inevitably, his performance has caught the attention of Italy’s top clubs, as well as Premier League scouts. Both Inter and Juventus are certainly keeping a close eye on him, as they’re both on the hunt for new talent in that position. In Turin, they need to confirm Cambiaso’s commitment, but even if he stays, it would be more than convenient for Spalletti to have two interchangeable options on the wings.

From Dumfries to Norton-Cuffy—  Meanwhile, at Inter, the crisis in their relationship with the Dutchman Dumfries is making headlines. It follows, therefore, that Marotta and Ausilio are also focusing on Palestra. No less important is the opportunity at Genoa. The reference, inevitably, is to Brooke Norton-Cuffy, the English talent who is tempting Inter and Juventus as well as Napoli itself. However, a move back to England for him should not be overlooked. In short, it’s inevitable that the powerful clubs in the world’s richest league will pounce on emerging talents in Italy. In this regard, it’s also worth taking a look at Bologna. Under Vincenzo Italiano’s guidance, Swedish player Emil Holm is making a name for himself as an assist provider: he’s already racked up four. Behind him, Nadir Zortea’s performance is also on the rise; he recently arrived from Cagliari after a more than satisfactory season. Scouts are taking a keen interest in them as well. And while it’s true that the Emilia-based club has set its sights on ambitious goals, the courtship is clearly tempting.

new entry—  Close on their heels, the progress of Portuguese player Danilo Veiga is also worth noting; he arrived in Lecce a year ago and is now delivering thoroughly convincing performances under Eusebio Di Francesco. In general, it’s interesting to observe how progress in this delicate role stems from comprehensive technical and tactical work. In midfield, the space is becoming increasingly crowded. That’s why players on the wings are being given ever-greater responsibilities. They’ve become all-around players, capable of doing it all. This is another reason why teams everywhere are starting to envy them a bit.