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Fabio Capello doubts that Milan will find a reliable centre-forward in the January transfer window, and feels Napoli’s Romelu Lukaku will be decisive in the race for the title when he returns to action.

Serie A has seen its fair share of surprises this season. While some names were already expected to shine, others have forced their way into the spotlight through form, timing, and consistency. These players weren’t listed as pre-season stars, but their early-season influence can’t be ignored. From teenage debuts to revitalised careers, here are five players who’ve made a genuine impact so far in 2025–26.

Reports in Italy claim that Inter have set their sights on Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, who wants to return to Serie A in the summer.

Newcastle United are reportedly preparing a major push to sign Ferran Torres from Barcelona in the upcoming January window, sparking fresh debate over the Spaniard’s future at Camp Nou.

Tottenham are actively hunting reinforcements up front and their top target appears to be 21-year-old Spaniard Samu Aghehowa from FC Porto.

Vlahovic returns in March

Top European clubs are lining up to sign a new defender and at the centre of it is 22-year-old French centre-back Castello Lukeba.

Nathaniel Brown, the 22-year-old left-back starring for Eintracht Frankfurt, has emerged as one of Europe’s hottest defensive prospects, and the summer of 2026 could shape up into a full-blown bidding war for his signature.

According to Daily Mail, Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford is looking to leave the club despite joining them in the summer transfer window.

Edwin Quintero and his twin brother Holger Quintero, two of South America’s most promising teenage talents, have reportedly agreed a deal in principle to join Arsenal, according to ESPN.

According to Sky Sports, Manchester City have made Elliot Anderson a top target, perhaps their number one, as they look to rebuild and refresh their midfield ahead of next season.

Black Queens forward Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah has expressed confidence ahead of Ghanas first-ever clash with England, insisting her team has what it takes to compete with the European champions.

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjrkegren has urged his squad to approach their upcoming friendly against England with courage and resolve.

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) chairman, Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, has cautioned the Black Stars technical team led by Otto Addo never to consider inviting players who earlier turned down an offer to play for the country. Following Ghana's qualification to the 2026 World Cup, several European-born players have reportedly expressed their interest in playing for the West African country.Callum Hudson-Odoi, Eddie Nketiah, among other players, are believed to be eyeing a call-up for the senior national team for the global showpiece.However, Dr Nyaho Tamakloe, speaking to Graphic Sports, cautioned that players who initially rejected a call-up to play must never be given the chance.“Those who initially turned down invitations should not be invited at all, but those who have never been invited must be given the opportunity to come and play,” the Hearts of Oak Board Member said.The Black Stars will learn their group phase opponents on Friday, November 5.After exiting at the group phase in the last edition in Qatar in 2022, the Black Stars are determined to leave a mark at the Mundial, which will be hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico next summer.

Former Ghana Football Association chairman Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe has urged the Black Stars technical team to carry out a sweeping rebuild of the squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup, warning that many of the current players lack the quality required for footballs biggest stage.