Atalanta make progress in talks to sign Fulham's Rodrigo Muniz

The Serie A side have stepped up their efforts in recent days and believe an agreement could be reached soon.

Muniz, 24, is understood to be keen on making the switch to Italy, with the prospect of regular football in one of Europe's top leagues proving an attractive proposition.

The Brazilian forward has shown glimpses of his potential in the Premier League but has struggled for consistent game time at Craven Cottage.

Fulham are open to discussions but are expected to seek terms that reflect the player's age, potential and recent contributions. Atalanta, meanwhile, see him as a player who could add depth and a different attacking dimension to the manager's squad.

If the deal is finalised, Muniz would become Atalanta's latest addition as they aim to bolster their attacking options ahead of a challenging second half of the season, with domestic ambitions and European commitments both in sight.