Sampdoria's sporting director Branco is monitoring the international market, with a particular focus on the leagues in Holland, Spain, and Portugal, as well as free agents. Among the players being followed is Gaizka Larrazabal, a 28-year-old right-sided Basque player who recently played for Casa Pia, and he is considered an option to strengthen the club's attacking flanks. His current Transfermarkt market value is €4.00m.