Bologna is seeking to add a significant player to their attack, and one of the players they are interested in is Jeff Ekhator, a 19-year-old Italian-Nigerian centre-forward from Genoa. Genoa is asking for 18 million euros for the player, a figure that Bologna considers excessive. The club is also monitoring other targets, with Evan Ferguson of Roma and Luis Openda of Juventus being monitored closely, though they are considered difficult options.
The Italy U21 international joined Genoa in July 2024, has a contract until 2029, and has scored 2 goals in 17 Serie A appearances this season. In January 2026, it was reported that Crystal Palace was prepared to offer €18 million for the player, who has also been linked with Benfica, Atalanta, and Roma. Transfermarkt estimates his market value at €7 million.
