Italian attacking midfielder Simone Pafundi, aged 19, who had a loan spell at Lausanne in Switzerland, has returned to Udinese. Nonetheless, Sampdoria has shown interest in signing him. According to Tuttosport, Sampdoria, eager to enhance their squad for a competitive Serie B season, considers Pafundi a potential key element in their strategic plans. Pafundi, who gained attention for debuting at the national level at just 16, is now seeking stability in his career after a challenging time. Sampdoria, after recovering from a difficult situation a few months ago, regards this potential transfer as a mutual chance for redemption, with the aim of strengthening their squad with both quality and depth. Pafundi's contract with Udinese is valid until June 30, 2026, and Transfermarkt estimates his market value at €5.00m. Besides Sampdoria, other Serie B teams such as Palermo and Modena have also been associated with interest in the player.