Venezia has identified 33-year-old Italian international Stephan El Shaarawy as a target, as the club looks to add a player of quality and international experience for the upcoming season. According to TrivenetoGoal, Venezia has made initial contact with the forward's representatives to evaluate the possibility of a transfer. The approach is described as an exploratory inquiry, and the club's interest is said to be concrete.
El Shaarawy's contract with Roma is set to expire at the end of the season and is not expected to be renewed, which would end his time at the club. He has made 32 appearances and scored 7 goals for Italy, and Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €2.50m. Genoa, Fiorentina, and Torino are other clubs linked with a move for the player.
