Serie A side Atalanta BC are exploring a move for Zaidu Sanusi as they look to strengthen their defensive options ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Africafoot.
Sources close to the situation indicate that Atalanta have already made contact with FC Porto to enquire about the Nigerian left-back’s availability, with the Italian club keen to add experience and depth to their back line.
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Sanusi, 28, remains under contract with Porto until June 2027, although discussions over a potential extension are ongoing. Despite that, the Portuguese club could consider offers in the region of €7m during the upcoming transfer window.
The Nigeria international endured an injury-hit campaign but still featured 17 times in the Portuguese top flight, contributing one goal and one assist for Porto.
Atalanta are expected to be active in the market this summer as they prepare for another demanding domestic and European campaign, with Sanusi viewed as a player capable of adding pace, physicality and attacking support from the left side of defence.
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According to transfer valuation platform Transfermarkt, Sanusi’s current market value is estimated at around €3m.
