Deal confirmed
Genoa have reached an agreement to sign Franz-Ethan Meichtry from FC Thun, with the transfer valued at approximately €4 million. The Swiss midfielder is scheduled to undergo his medical examination in Italy on Tuesday, paving the way for a six-year contract that will bind him to the Serie A club until June 2031.
Reports indicate the total expenditure, including performance-related add-ons, amounts to roughly €4m. The acquisition marks a considerable investment in a player who has progressed through the Thun youth system and established himself as a regular starter in the Swiss Super League.
Attacking threat from midfield
Meichtry arrives with a reputation for contributing in the final third. During the most recent season, he recorded eight goals and three assists across 35 league appearances, a healthy return for a player operating primarily in central midfield positions.
Beyond his goal-scoring instincts, the 20-year-old offers positional versatility. While most comfortable in the centre of the park, he has demonstrated capability when deployed on either flank, providing tactical flexibility for his managers.
Race for signature
The move to Liguria represents a victory for Genoa in a competitive market. Turkish champions Galatasaray, Bundesliga outfit TSG Hoffenheim, and fellow Serie A side Parma had all expressed interest in securing Meichtry’s services.
The timing of the transfer holds additional significance for the player, who is set to celebrate his 21st birthday next week. The long-term nature of the Genoa contract, extending across six seasons, demonstrates the club’s confidence in his potential to develop into a key performer in Italian football.
Following the completion of medical formalities, Meichtry will join his new teammates as they prepare for the upcoming campaign. His arrival strengthens Genoa’s midfield options as they aim to consolidate their position in Serie A.