Atalanta eye Super Eagles defender

Atalanta have reportedly registered interest in signing 28-year-old Super Eagles left-back Zaidu Sanusi as the club seeks to solve their depth issues at left back ahead of the summer transfer window. 

According to Footy Africa, the Bergamo-based side are actively exploring a deal for the Porto defender, looking to secure a long-term solution for the left wing-back position. 

The void in that role has reportedly been a lingering issue for the Italian club ever since the departure of Matteo Ruggeri to Atlético Madrid in 2025. 

Valuing the Nigerian international's experience and physical engine, Atalanta's sporting hierarchy views Sanusi as an ideal profile to improve their squad. 

While his current market value sits at an estimated €3 million, Porto are reportedly willing to sanction his departure if a bid in the region of €7 million is submitted.  

The interest from Italy arrives on the heels of an incredible, resurgent campaign from Sanusi, who recently helped propel Porto to the 2025/26 Primeira Liga title after fiercely reclaiming his role within the squad. 

Since completing his transfer to the Portuguese giants from Santa Clara in 2020, the Nigerian defender has enjoyed a well-decorated, trophy-laden legacy at the Estádio do Dragão. 

His extensive list of achievements features two Primeira Liga titles, two Taça de Portugal, the 2022/23 Taça da Liga, and two Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira triumphs.

Despite being tied down to a long-term contract that expires in 2027, both the player and the club are reportedly open to a  parting ways this summer.