Bologna are targeting an ambitious move for Southampton striker Graziano Pelle.

The 30-year-old Italian international enjoyed a good debut season in the English Premier League, netting 16 goals in 44 matches across all competitions.

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Bologna director Pantaleo Corvino has drawn up a long list of attacking reinforcements – and Pelle is at the top of his wishlist.

It remains to be seen if Pelle will be convinced of a move from the Europa League contenders to the Serie A new-boys, but the two clubs must first come to an agreement.

Fringe Inter striker Samuele Longo, Roma outcast Marco Borriello and Cagliari ace Marco Sau are the alternatives to the towering Saints front-man.