Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Manchester City have beaten Inter to the signing of Borussia Dortmund outcast Manuel Akanji, the club confirmed via an official statement.

Roma to Challenge Inter for Signature of Dortmund Ace

August 17, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Roma are not yet done in the transfer market, with the backline needing an additional, and more importantly, an experienced defensive reinforcement: Borussia Dortmund ace Manuel Akanji is now in their crosshairs. The other names in contention are Manchester United duo Victor Lindelof and Eric Bailly, and free agent Dan-Axel Zagadou.

Stadio Marc’Antonio Bentegodi was the scene of ugly racist chants by Hellas Verona fans during the club’s season opener against Napoli.

Hellas Verona Fined for Racist Chants in Napoli Match

August 17, 2022 Akhil Fisher Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Hellas Verona fans are at it once again as the Stadio Marc’Antonio Bentegodi was the scene of ugly racist chants by Gialloblu fans during the club’s season opener against Napoli. The Partenopei however, showed their might on the pitch, demolishing the home outfit demolishing the home outfit 5-2 in an exciting goal-fest.

Roma and Nicolò Zaniolo are unlikely to agree to an extension anytime soon, which fuels speculations about a possible January exit.

Roma to Arrange Zaniolo Contract Talks Come September

August 17, 2022 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Roma, Salernitana, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Nicolo Zaniolo put in an impressive show against Salernitana in Roma’s season opener, helping the Giallorossi to a 1-0 win to secure all three points. The 23-year-old was linked to the exit door at Stadio Olimpico, but eventually the buzz about Manchester United, Juventus and Tottenham Hotspur faded as the months clocked down.

José Mourinho touched on the Roma plans for the transfer market from Japan, stating that they are no longer capable of replicating deals as sizeable as Tammy Abraham's one.

Mourinho Treats Roma Players and Staff to Pizza, Once Again!

August 17, 2022 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Roma, Salernitana, Serie A

Mourinho is at the pizza deed once again following his side’s season-opener win at Salerno. Bryan Cristante scored Roma’s only goal in the 1-0 win at Salernitana’s Arechi Stadium, handing all three points to kick off the 2022/23 Serie A season for the Giallorossi. The same thing happened last year.

Having scored the winner in a 2-1 win against Bologna, Immobile has registered himself among fellow Serie A greats for a unique record.

Lazio Great Immobile Registers Unique Serie A Record

August 16, 2022 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Despite going a man down after Luis Maxmiano’s blunder and a goal behind following Marko Arnautovic’s penalty, Lazio managed to etch a 2-1 comeback victory on the opening day against Bologna. The winner for the Biancocelesti was scored by none other than club legend Ciro Immobile.

Denzel Dumfries has resurfaced as an immediate option for Chelsea in light of Reece James’ injury, but Inter are unwilling to part ways with him in January.

Inter Expect Chelsea to Revisit for Wingback Dumfries

August 16, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Chelsea onboarded Inter youth prodigy Cesare Casadei on a permanent deal, and now have sights firmly set on first-team talent Denzel Dumfries. As per the latest information emerging from Italy and England, the Blues are tipped to re-emerge as favorites for the full-back in the next week or so.

Chelsea Strike Deal with Inter for Midfield Prodigy Casadei

August 16, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Transfer Market

Having rejected Chelsea’s premier bid for star talent Cesare Casadei, Inter have failed to turn down the Blues’ follow-up advances. 19-year-old Casadei will undergo his medicals on Thursday in London.

Maurizio Sarri has expressed satisfaction at his side’s hard-fought 2-1 win against Bologna, despite Luis Maximiano’s disastrous debut for the club.

Sarri Admires Lazio Attitude Despite Maximiano Blunder

August 16, 2022 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Maurizio Sarri has expressed satisfaction at his side’s hard-fought 2-1 win against Bologna, despite Luis Maximiano’s disastrous debut for the club. The Portuguese keeper received a red card after only six minutes for handling the ball outside the box. Still, the Biancocelesti managed to overcome the adversities and triumphed.

With Arsenal trying to sign Arthur, Juventus are doing their homework to find a substitute. The two sides are not close to reaching agreement just yet

Monza Agree Loan Deal for Juventus Midfield Talent

August 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Monza, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus are close to sending one of their most prized youngsters out on loan to Monza. Highly-rated talent Nicolo Rovella has been on the hunt for a new club in order garner more playing minutes.

Juventus Edge Closer to Free Transfer for Barcelona Outcast

August 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Memphis Depay is now close to terminating his contract with Barcelona, but only once an agreement with Juventus is completed and sealed. Talks are expected to be accelerated within the coming days.

Inter and Milan will have a lot at stake in the return leg of the Derby in the Coppa Italia semi-finals. The two sides are trying to end their droughts.

Inter Icon Luis Suarez: “Scudetto Will Be a Year-Long Derby”

August 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher Serie A

Inter Milan icon Luis Suarez, who starred for club during its heyday in the 1960's, has placed his former team and fellow rivals Milan as the main contenders for the 2022/23 Scudetto title.

The latest reports from France indicate that the three-time Champions League winner Keylor Navas has said ‘yes’ to Napoli.

PSG to Aid Napoli with Wages Ahead of Navas Loan Transfer

August 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Napoli, Paris Saint Germain, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

The latest reports from France indicate that the three-time Champions League winner Keylor Navas has said ‘yes’ to Napoli. With personal terms already being agreed between the player and the Partenopei, it is up to the two clubs to find an agreement now. PSG have to contribute to his wages.

Author: Akhil Fisher