Renate is seeking an experienced second striker, a need made more urgent following the recent departure of Aristidi Kolaj. Joseph Ekuban, a 26-year-old from Latina, is the primary target for the Lombard club. However, the situation is on hold because Latina is unwilling to strengthen a direct rival in the Coppa Italia Serie C. The two teams are scheduled to face each other on January 28 in the second leg of the competition's semifinals, after the first leg ended in a 1-1 draw. Securing a place in the final is a historic goal for both clubs. While the winter transfer market closes on February 2, it is possible that Renate may also be pursuing other options. According to Transfermarkt, the Ghanaian-Italian forward has a current market value of €50k. In the current Serie C season, Ekuban has scored one goal in 17 appearances.