Genoa and Verona are also interested in signing Joao Pedro

According to Italian transfer expert Di Marzio, in addition to Salernitana, Genoa and Verona are also interested in signing Joao Pedro.

Since joining Fenerbahce, Joao Pedro has struggled to secure a starting position, and the relationship between the Italian international and coach Mourinho has been tense. Under these circumstances, the two sides are negotiating to terminate the existing contract, which is set to expire next summer, ahead of schedule. It is reported that João Pedro is seeking a return to Italy, with Serie B club Salernitana having the most advanced negotiations with him. However, due to internal issues within the club, Salernitana is currently unable to proceed with further transfer operations.

Negotiations between the two parties began a few days ago, but they have now stalled due to Salernitana's internal problems. Salernitana's owner, Iervolino, has resigned as president, so the club has not yet authorized sporting director Petrachi to complete the deal.

Meanwhile, Salernitana faces competition, as two Serie A clubs—Genoa and Verona—have also shown strong interest in João Pedro. João Pedro joined Fenerbahçe from Cagliari in the summer of 2022 for €4.7 million and was loaned to Grêmio last summer.