AZ Alkmaar have officially confirmed the signing of Andrea Natali from Bayer Leverkusen, securing the talented defender despite strong interest from several clubs in Italy. The Dutch side moved decisively to complete the deal, adding another promising young player to their squad ahead of the new season.
Softfootball understands that Natali attracted attention from a number of Italian teams, but AZ Alkmaar’s project ultimately convinced the youngster to continue his development in the Eredivisie.
Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen have also strengthened for the future by securing the signing of 17-year-old striker Aleksa Damjanović, underlining the Bundesliga club’s continued focus on recruiting highly rated young talent.
Natali arrives with a growing reputation as one of Italy’s promising defensive prospects, having impressed during his time in Bayer Leverkusen’s youth setup. AZ believe the move will provide him with the ideal platform to gain valuable first-team experience and continue his development.
The transfer reflects AZ Alkmaar’s commitment to investing in emerging talent while building a competitive squad for the future. With Natali now officially on board, the Dutch club continue to reinforce their reputation as one of Europe’s leading destinations for young players looking to make the next step in their careers.
