Genoa's Striker Hunt: Ferguson, Lucca, and Taremi in Focus

Genoa’s striker hunt is gathering pace, and a familiar Serie A name has moved into view.

Daniele De Rossi wants a new centre-forward to lead his Genoa side, and former Inter striker Mehdi Taremi is one of the profiles on the table. Not the headline act. Not yet. But firmly in the conversation.

Ferguson still the priority – with a catch

As reported by Il Secolo XIX via CalcioMercato, Genoa continue to push for Evan Ferguson, who remains the preferred option. The idea is a loan from Brighton, a move that fits De Rossi’s plans and the club’s budget.

The problem sits in the treatment room.

Ferguson is working his way back from ankle surgery, and the timing of his return complicates negotiations. Genoa want clarity and guarantees; Brighton are managing the recovery of a key asset. The deal is progressing, but slowly, with the calendar starting to squeeze everyone involved.

Lucca in focus as Genoa face Napoli

Right in front of them this weekend stands another possible solution.

Genoa host Napoli at Marassi, and among the players under the microscope is Lorenzo Lucca. The forward is being evaluated as a loan target, and the direct head‑to‑head offers De Rossi and his staff a live audition. If Ferguson proves too difficult to land, Lucca could quickly move up the list.

Taremi stays in the frame

Behind those primary targets, Taremi waits.

The Iranian international hit 16 goals for Olympiacos last season after leaving Inter and featured at this summer’s World Cup, a reminder of his pedigree at both club and international level. He is not Genoa’s first choice, but he is very much under consideration, with other clubs also circling for his signature.

If the top options stall, his experience and scoring record could suddenly look very attractive.

Eyes abroad as the clock ticks

Genoa are not limiting themselves to the Italian market. The scouting net is wide.

The club are monitoring Montenegrin forward Milutin Osmajic at Preston and Moroccan striker Tawfik Bentayeb at Union Touarga, keeping alternative routes open as the window moves towards its final stretch.

De Rossi and Genoa are weighing every avenue before the market closes. The question now is simple: who will be leading the line when the dust settles?