Tuttomercato has reported that Cagliari is on the verge of acquiring Alessandro Pio Riccio from Sampdoria. The club is in the final stages of securing Riccio's services on a loan basis with an option to purchase, which will allow them to assess the young defender before committing to a permanent transfer. The arrangement is anticipated to be a paid loan with a purchase option, giving Cagliari the opportunity to evaluate his performance prior to a possible full acquisition. Additionally, the two clubs are negotiating a separate deal that could see Cagliari's goalkeeper, Simone Scuffet, join Sampdoria on loan. This dual transaction underscores the strong market relationship forged between the clubs, with Cagliari aiming to bolster their defense and Sampdoria potentially gaining a dependable goalkeeper for the upcoming season.