Bari could acquire 24-year-old Italian midfielder Federico Artioli from Mantova as part of a potential three-player swap deal between the two Serie B clubs, according to a report from TuttoMercatoWeb.com. The proposed exchange would also involve defender Valerio Mantovani moving to Bari, with Andrea Meroni potentially moving to Mantova. Artioli's condition needs evaluation following an operation for appendicitis, as the clubs work to determine the feasibility of the deal before the winter transfer window closes. Artioli joined Mantova in July 2024 and is under contract until June 2027. In the current Serie B season, he has made 13 appearances, scoring one goal and providing one assist. His market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €500k.