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5 new signings to watch in Serie A this season

Three former Premier League players are among a quintet of intriguing new arrivals in Italy’s top tier.

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Serie A gets under way on Saturday as champions Juventus go in search of a ninth successive Scudetto.

Juve were among the clubs who were busy in the transfer market over the summer, with several debutants ready to shine this weekend.

Here, the PA news agency looks at five of the new arrivals to keep a close eye on this season.

Aaron Ramsey

Aaron Ramsey, who joined Juventus on a free transfer over the summer
Aaron Ramsey joined Juventus on a free transfer over the summer (Adam Davy/PA)

Romelu Lukaku

Lukaku left Manchester United in August, heading to Inter Milan in a £73.75million deal. The 26-year-old Belgium international has settled in quickly, scoring four goals in a pre-season friendly against Serie D side Virtus Bergamo. Having scored 42 goals in two seasons for United, the forward found himself overlooked in favour of Marcus Rashford under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and contributed little towards the end of his last Premier League season. Lukaku will be hoping to find favour with new Inter boss Antonio Conte.

Matthijs De Ligt

Matthijs de Ligt (right) joined Juventus after departing Dutch side Ajax
Matthijs De Ligt (right) joined Juventus after departing Dutch side Ajax (Tim Goode/PA)

Mario Balotelli

The former Manchester City and Liverpool striker returned to his hometown club Brescia in August. The 29-year-old was released by Marseille after scoring eight goals from 15 Ligue 1 appearances throughout the season. His free agent status attracted an offer from Brazil’s Flamengo, but the Italian favoured a return to his homeland as he tries to reclaim his place in the national team.

Hirving Lozano

The 24-year-old became the most expensive Mexican player when signing for Napoli. A reported initial fee of £36million was paid for the winger, who departed Eredivisie side PSV Eindhoven. During two seasons with PSV, Lozano scored 34 goals from 60 appearances, leading the club to a Eredivisie title in 2018 and a runner-up spot the following season. A right-footed player who is usually positioned on the left wing, Napoli boss Carlo Ancelotti will be hoping Lozano helps close the gap between his side and Serie A giants Juventus.

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