Genoa monitoring Ivorian international Hamed Junior Traoré

Ivorian international Hamed Junior Traoré is attracting interest from Genoa as uncertainty continues to surround his future ahead of the new season.

Although the 26-year-old endured a difficult campaign with Olympique de Marseille, he is not expected to return to Bournemouth when his loan spell officially ends this summer.

Traoré’s agreement reportedly includes an automatic purchase clause that is activated after his first appearance for the French club, making his move from Bournemouth permanent.

However, that does not guarantee the Ivory Coast international will remain at Marseille beyond the current season.

The French club is facing financial challenges and must satisfy requirements during its upcoming DNCG review. As a result, player sales are being considered as Marseille look to raise funds, and Traoré could become one of the assets made available on the market.

According to journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, Genoa are among the clubs closely monitoring the situation.

The Serie A side are looking to strengthen their squad following a difficult league campaign that ended with a 16th-place finish. Club officials are reportedly exploring several options to improve the team, with Traoré emerging as a player of interest.

A return to Italian football could prove appealing for the Ivorian winger, who is already familiar with the demands of Serie A.

During his career, Traoré has represented Empoli, Sassuolo and Napoli, experiences that helped establish his reputation within Italian football.

His knowledge of the league and previous performances in the country continue to make him an attractive option for clubs seeking proven talent.

Genoa are believed to value both his experience and versatility as they seek reinforcements ahead of next season.

Despite the reported interest, no agreement has been reached and no formal move has been confirmed.

Any potential transfer is likely to depend on Marseille’s position and the financial terms involved. The French club reportedly had to commit to a €7.5 million purchase obligation from Bournemouth, a figure that could influence any future negotiations.

For now, Traoré’s future remains unresolved, but Genoa’s interest suggests the Ivorian winger could be presented with an opportunity to return to Serie A in the coming months.