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Roma and Atalanta pursue Colombian midfielder Gustavo Puerta

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 7:40 AM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Roma and Atalanta pursue Colombian midfielder Gustavo Puerta

Summary

Gustavo Puerta, a standout player for Colombia at the World Cup, is attracting interest from Serie A clubs Roma and Atalanta. The 2002-born midfielder, who recently completed a season with Racing in Liga 2, has recorded three goals and one assist amid a significant number of yellow cards. His performance has made him a target for clubs seeking to bolster their midfield options. Roma currently have contract renewals and potential player sales on their agenda but will turn their attention to strengthening the squad soon. Atalanta's evaluation of Puerta will be part of their strategy moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Gustavo Puerta registered three goals and one assist last season.
•Roma and Atalanta are interested following his World Cup performance.
•Roma prioritizes contract renewals before focusing on transfers.
•Atalanta is looking to strengthen their midfield options.

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What they're saying

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The World Cup shines a spotlight on several players, who, if they capitalize on the opportunity, stand out, attracting the attention of major clubs. This is similar to what’s happening to Gustavo Pu...
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