Atalanta has officially acquired Siren Diao Balde from Hellas Verona, according to an announcement on the club’s official website. This significant transfer sees Balde join Atalanta’s Under 23 squad, where he will be under the guidance of coach Francesco Modesto.
Born in Girona, Spain, on January 21, 2005, Balde is joining Atalanta from Hellas Verona’s Spring team. In the current season, he has made significant strides with 15 appearances, ten goals, and two assists, securing his position as the second-leading scorer after Vlahovic.
Atalanta BC confirmed in a statement, “We are happy to announce that we have definitively acquired the sporting rights of Siren Diao Balde from Hellas Verona, who will be part of our Under 23 team led by coach Francesco Modesto.”
This transfer indicates Atalanta’s continued investment in its youth squad, strengthening their prospects for future competitions. Balde, a formidable young talent, will undoubtedly contribute greatly to Atalanta’s upcoming games.