Atalanta is reportedly setting their sights on Birmingham’s young midfielder Jordan James as a potential replacement if either Ederson or Teun Koopmeiners departs the club. Newcastle had shown interest in Ederson during the January transfer window, but Atalanta was not willing to let go of the Brazilian midfielder, who has been performing well with six goals in 36 appearances.
Juventus, along with Premier League clubs like Manchester United, Liverpool, and Tottenham, have shown interest in Koopmeiners, indicating a competitive market for the Dutch international.. Should either Ederson or Koopmeiners leave, Atalanta seems prepared to pursue James, who has been valued at €10m by Birmingham. However, there’s confidence that Birmingham might reduce their asking price after the season ends.
It’s a strategic move by Atalanta, as investing in a promising talent like James could offer long-term benefits for the squad while also potentially saving on transfer fees if they can negotiate a lower price.