Modena's 29-year-old Italian attacker, Francesco Di Mariano, could leave in the last week of the transfer window after finding less playing time in recent months, having remained on the bench for the last two matches. A report from Resto del Carlino states that both Bari and Sampdoria are interested in the player, and describes them as two clubs in difficulty. Di Mariano has one goal and two assists in 17 appearances this season. The same report states that Sampdoria has already made an inquiry for the attacker, who can play as a winger or centrally. Di Mariano joined Modena in July 2025 and his contract runs until June 2027. A former Italy U17 international, he has 13 caps and one goal for that team. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €450k.