Italian centre-back Valerio Mantovani, 29, could return to Bari after six months as part of a deal in which Francesco Vicari would move to Mantova. According to the Quotidiano di Puglia, a new meeting between the clubs is scheduled for today to finalize the Vicari transfer. During these talks, the possibility of including Mantovani, who has made 7 appearances for Mantova this season, in the deal will be explored. The defender made 33 appearances and scored once for Bari last season. Mantovani joined Mantova in July 2025 and has a contract with the club until June 2028. His current Transfermarkt market value is €500k.