Atalanta is one of several clubs, including Bologna and Torino, showing interest in Sampdoria's Francesco Conti, a 20-year-old Italian. According to Tuttosport, Torino's technical director Davide Vagnati was recently present to watch the midfielder play. Inter also attempted to sign Conti in August for their U23 team. With his contract expiring on June 30, 2026, Sampdoria are intensifying discussions for an extension. The interested clubs are reportedly studying a potential deal, with an option favored by Sampdoria involving a transfer in January for a fee, followed by the player being loaned back to them for the remainder of the season. According to Transfermarkt, the player has a current market value of €300k.