Domenico Berardi is making steady progress in his recovery from an Achilles tendon tear, to the point where he could become an option for a few Serie A teams late in the transfer market window. The winger recently had a check-up with professor Stefano Zaffagnini in Bologna, which went very well, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.
The attacker suffered the injury in March, dealing a deadly blow to Sassuolo, which never recovered and got relegated. He might be able to accelerate the timetable and resume practicing in August.
If it happened, it could entice his usual admirers to take a flier on him down the stretch. Juventus have been keen on Berardi for years, but the Neroverdi always asked for too much. The Bianconeri’s frontline is in flux considering Federico Chiesa and Matias Soulé’s uncertain future.
Vincenzo Italiano often requested him while he was at Fiorentina. Bologna could use him as well. At the same time, the Viola are looking for a new offensive weapon too. They are already in talks with Sassuolo concerning the potential acquisition of Morten Thorsvedt.
The Neroverdi would like to keep as many players as possible but are unlikely to succeed. Armand Laurienté should be the first one to depart. Fenerbahce are hot on his trail.
Our Take on Berardi
It’d be good news for him, but it’d still be a risky move for any side. There are no guarantees how long it would take him to get back into shape. It’s famously a brutal injury for an aging player. Something could be in the cards only if Sassuolo accepted an initial loan.
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