[2019] WG you need to seriously take a look at Italian cruiser line.

Since it's a new line we're already furiously looking at it.

Interestingly enough, Genova right now, in overall damage is one of the best T5 cruisers.
Of course, there is a factor of skilled players, and the factor of new mechanics - there hadn't been enough time to make any conclusions about her.
Or any other Italian ships, for that matter.

Not all damage is equal. Fire+he damage, at which Bayard excels at, is somewhat less valuable than raw SAP damage.
And now all ships are meant to be pure damagers - their roles can differ.