According to unconfirmed information from sources close to the club from Brianza, national player Martin Atanasov is on the verge of leavingMonzaafter the end of the autumn half-season. The Bulgarian outside hitter is wanted in at least two places in Italy, with interest also coming from Polish clubs.
According to rumors, one of the possible destinations for Atanasov is Itas Trentino, where the situation in the reception line is particularly difficult. Another option being discussed in Italian volleyball circles is Allianz Milano, where they are looking for reinforcement in this position, so that the club's scoring machine - Ferre Reggers - can continue to operate at full power.
Why Trentino is the first option: Italian champion Itas Trentino is experiencing a difficult start to the season in Serie A. After five rounds played, Marcelo Mendez's team occupies only fifth place in the standings, having won only three matches. The losses came in matches againstRana Volley VeronaandCucine Lube Civitanova- results that clearly show something is not going according to plan in the champions' camp.
A major problem is the absence of starting outside hitter Daniele Lavia, who underwent another surgical intervention on his right hand. The Italian national player was operated on at the Veronese medical centerVillafrancaagain by Professor Massimo Corrain. In an official statement, the club announced that the operation was successful, but Lavia's return is expected no earlier than the start of the playoffs.
Adding to Lavia's long-term injury was the bad news about another of the team's outside hitters - Alessandro Michieletto, who felt pain and swelling in his leg during training. Although an MRI scan ruled out more serious damage, the injury affected the team's preparation. President Bruno De Re confirmed that Michieletto had recovered enough to play in the victory against Cuneo, but admitted that the accumulated problems are affecting the team's form.
The situation in the Italian SuperLega remains dynamic, and the potential move of Martin Atanasov could prove to be a key move for the winter transfer window. In the context of Trento's problems and Milan's desire to strengthen their reception, the Bulgarian outside hitter is among the most sought-after names on the market, not only in Italy. His strong performances at the World Championship in Manila also contributed to this increased interest in the Bulgarian national player.
