Avellino is assembling a squad for new coach Alessandro Nesta and seeks to strengthen its attack. According to Corriere dello Sport, the club intends to try to sign Gabriele Artistico. The 23-year-old Italian centre-forward scored 13 goals in 31 games with Spezia. An initial offer was made for a loan with an option to buy, but Lazio, the club that holds his registration, is only willing to sell him permanently. Artistico's contract with Lazio is valid until June 30, 2028, and his current market value on Transfermarkt is €2.00m. Modena and Venezia have also been associated with an interest in the player.