Francesco Folino, a 22-year-old central defender from Juve Stabia, is close to joining Sampdoria. The transfer may be completed in the coming days.

Sampdoria is aiming to bolster their defense in response to numerous injuries affecting their current season. The club has started negotiations for Francesco Folino, a young defender from Juve Stabia. Folino, born in 2002, has accumulated considerable experience despite his youth, having played for Empoli, Carrarese, and currently Juve Stabia. This season in Serie B, he has made 14 appearances, demonstrating his defensive reliability and offensive potential with two goals. Gianluca Di Marzio reported that Folino is anticipated to join Sampdoria.