Aberdeen FC have entered the final stretch of the transfer window with Bologna reportedly targeting former Dons midfielder Connor Barron, while Stephen Robinson admits two or three squad spots still need filling. The club sit 8th in the Premiership with 33 points from 33 games, recent form LLWDW, and sit 37 points behind leaders Heart of Midlothian.

Who is the Bologna target?

Connor Barron left Pittodrie in 2024 after a tribunal‑settled compensation fee and has since racked up more than 50 appearances for the Light Blues. Record Sport says the Serie A side have revived interest, hoping to lure the young midfielder back to Italy. The move would see Barron, now 22, join a Bologna side that has been active in the market, though Rangers – his current club – have yet to confirm any sale.

What does the ex‑Dons midfielder mean for Aberdeen?

Barron’s departure would be a blow to Aberdeen’s midfield depth, especially after Stephen Robinson’s busy summer that already delivered eight new faces, including Tony Yogane, Ayoub Mouloua and Connor Ronan. Losing a product of the academy who has already proven his worth in the Scottish top flight could force the Dons to accelerate other targets, such as the hinted‑at Alexander Jensen or Nicolas Milanovic.

Which other transfers are shaping up?

Former Aberdeen midfielder Ylber Ramadani has left Italy’s Lecce for Turkish side Corum FK, a deal reported at €1 million (£860,000). The 30‑year‑old thanked Lecce fans in a heartfelt farewell before signing for the newly‑promoted club. Meanwhile, Robinson confirmed that two or three positions still need reinforcement, naming Jensen and Milanovic as likely exits and noting interest in Finnish winger Topi Keskinen, who cost Aberdeen £800,000.

How will this affect Aberdeen’s season?

With the Premier Sports Cup opener looming, the Dons must finalise their squad quickly. Their current league record – 9 wins, 6 draws, 18 losses, 33 goals scored and 48 conceded – leaves a –15 goal difference, highlighting defensive frailties that new signings must address. If Barron departs, Robinson may look to bolster the midfield with a more experienced player to help close the 37‑point gap to Hearts.

The transfer saga continues to dominate Aberdeen’s pre‑season narrative, and fans will be watching closely as the deadline approaches. The club’s ability to plug the identified gaps could dictate whether they climb out of the lower half of the table or remain stuck in a mid‑season slump.