Amid potential departures of players like Cistana and ongoing rumors about Hristov and Wisniewski, Spezia is looking to strengthen its defense. With a deal for Odenthal reportedly not progressing, Il Secolo XIX reports that sporting director Stefano Melissano has initiated exploratory contacts for Juve Stabia's 25-year-old Italian defender Marco Ruggero. The initial approaches are said to have been positive, but it remains uncertain if the club from Campania will accept a loan with an obligation to buy, a formula favored by Spezia. The negotiation is expected to be difficult as Ruggero is considered a key player for his current team. Ruggero joined Juve Stabia in July 2024 and is under contract until June 2027. He has made 14 appearances and scored one goal in Serie B this season, and his current Transfermarkt market value is €2.40m.