Claudio Cassano, a 22-year-old Italian attacking midfielder born in 2003, was initially raised in the Roma youth system before moving to Cittadella and later transferring to Chicago Fire. After a brief period in the United States, he is now prepared to return to Italy. Avellino, managed by Raffaele Biancolino, had initially expressed strong interest at the beginning of the transfer market, with the deal appearing imminent, but it eventually fell through. However, negotiations have been reopened, and Avellino is making efforts to bring Cassano back to Italy during the final hours of the transfer window. His contract with Chicago Fire is due to expire on December 31, 2027. Transfermarkt has reported that the player's current market value is €1.20m, after reaching a peak of €1.50m in late 2023.