Youssef Maleh, a 27-year-old Moroccan international, is back after his loan spell at Cremonese and is convincing Eusebio Di Francesco. His staying is no longer ruled out. The midfielder was initially among the candidates to leave. Sporting director Trinchera said that they took some time with the coach to evaluate him and that they can say he had an excellent pre-season, with hard work and professionalism. Trinchera added that he is a very willing boy. Maleh's contract with US Lecce expires on June 30, 2027, and his current Transfermarkt market value is €1.50m.