According to the latest Udinese transfer news, Ross McCrorie could be linking up with Scotland team-mate Lennon Miller at the Bluenergy Stadium.
Head coach Kosta Runjaic has already spent over €20million on seven new players so far this summer. Now, the German boss is set to splash more cash on Tartan Army internationals Miller and McCrorie.
That would take his spending well over the €30m mark. Ahead of the 2025-26 campaign, Runjaic will be aiming to finish in the top-half of Serie A after finishing 12th last season.
Udinese Transfer News
Having signed the likes of Arthur Atta, Luca Kjerrumgaard and Saba Goglichidze during the off-season, Udinese are doing their utmost to fill the void left by a number of players who have departed the club this summer.
The Bianconeri – who are +4000 with offshore sportsbooks to finish in the top six this season – waved goodbye to Lorenzo Lucca, Lazar Samardzic, Nehuen Perez and Jaka Bijol to name but a few.
From a financial perspective, that has provided Kosta Runjaic with plenty of funds to strengthen his roster. And so far, the German boss is doing an admirable job of putting together a team who can be a surprise package in 2025-26.
In the past, the Little Zebras have gotten the best out of Fabio Quagliarella and Alexis Sanchez. Former Azzurri striker Antonio Di Natale earned legendary status at the club. He scored over 200 goals in his 12 years in Udine.
Therefore, the Scottish pair of Lennon Miller and Ross McCrorie know they’ll be in the right place to develop and hone their soccer skills. Especially if US firm Guggenheim Partners complete their takeover.
They would do their best to make Udinese a force to be reckoned with beyond Italy. Something of which loyal supporters would be desperate to see.
Lennon Miller And Ross McCrorie Closing In On Udinese Transfers
Lennon Miller is on the brink of completing his transfer to Udinese. The 18-year-old is in Italy undergoing his medical ahead of a €5.4m move from Motherwell.
Miller was absent from the Well’s Scottish Premiership fixture against St Mirren on Saturday. The club manager confirmed it was due to ‘things going on in the background,’ ahead of his move to the Bluenergy Stadium.
Regarded as one of the finest soccer players to emerge from Scotland in recent years, Miller is expected to be a big hit over the next couple of seasons.
Meanwhile, Ross McCrorie is the subject of a €4m bid. The Bristol City full-back has also generated interest from Norwich and the MLS but Kosta Runjaic’s side are the favorites to secure his signature.
McCrorie played and scored in the Robins 4-1 win over Sheffield United on the weekend. It was actually the 27-year-old’s fifth goal in his last eight EFL Championship appearances.
Even legendary Football Italia presenter James Richardson chipped in and said that moving to Udinese is a hugely attractive option for the likes of Miller and McCrorie.
Why Are Scottish Soccer Stars Flocking To Serie A?
If Lennon Miller and Ross McCrorie do transfer to Udinese, it will mean a number of Scottish stars have moved to Italy in recent years. But what is the attraction with Scots and Serie A?
The Italian game is played at a typically more relaxed place than in the UK. There also appears to be less pressure than back home. Furthermore, players diets tend to be much better in Italy. And so is the weather!
Playing on the continent also helps develop a player’s game. Understanding how soccer is played away from the UK certainly helps when it comes to European tournaments.
As it stands, Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour have enjoyed the most success in Italy. The duo won the Scudetto last season with Napoli and the former has also been nominated for the Ballon d’Or.
At Bologna, Lewis Ferguson skippers the side. He moved from Aberdeen in 2022 and has gone on to win the Coppa Italia.
Torino’s Che Adams also enjoyed a successful 2024-25 campaign. The Scotland international scored ten times across all competitions for the Bull.
Elsewhere, Josh Doig has played in the Italian top-flight for Verona and Sassuolo. He actually won the Serie B title last term with the latter.
With the above in mind, it becomes clear to see why Scots are plying their trade in Italy. From a club’s perspective, transfer fees are relatively low as well which makes signing them financially viable.
It’ll be interesting to see if the trend continues. If Miller and McCrorie prove to be huge hits, expect more Tartan Army stars to flock to Serie A in the coming years.
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