Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Atalanta are going after Nuno Tavares to bolster their left flank. They failed to do so in January when Robin Gosens departed.

Lazio Seal Loan Deal with Arsenal for Nuno Tavares

July 16, 2024 Akhil Fisher Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio have officially announced the arrival of Portuguese left-back Nuno Tavares on a temporary deal, as have Arsenal. The Biancocelesti add the 24-year-old defender to their roster on loan after he spent last season on a similar deal at Nottingham Forest.

Chelsea and Real Madrid, which will likely make a splash offensively next summer and are closely watching what's happening between Osimhen and Napoli.

PSG Fuel Osimhen Exit Links, Offer Napoli Three Players

July 16, 2024 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Napoli, Paris Saint Germain, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli could lose Victor Osimhen this summer transfer window, with all signs pointing the Nigerian marksman towards the French capital. Earlier reports indicate Paris Saint-Germain’s intention of purchasing Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in a bumper transfer offer.

Inter and Juventus have inquired with Atletico Madrid concerning the conditions to onboard Alvaro Morata, thus joining Roma in the fray to capture him.

Milan Inch Closer to Morata as Atletico Talks Advance

July 16, 2024 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have secured the signing of UEFA EURO 2024 winner Alvaro Morata on a permanent transfer, with the player reportedly already giving his yes to the Rossoneri before winning the championship on the weekend. The Spanish striker will leave Atletico Madrid, returning to Serie A after a two year hiatus in the Spanish capital.

Lazio and Ciro Immobile are in Saudi Arabia for the Supercoppa, where they’ll debut against Inter in the semi-final on Friday.

Lazio Chief Dismisses Besiktas Advances for Iconic Immobile

July 9, 2024 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market, Turkey

Lazio captain Ciro Immobile has reportedly been presented with a significant offer by Besiktas despite having two more seasons left on his current contract. However, club president Claudio Lotito dismissed any links between the Biancocelesti marksman and the Turkish club.

Inter Eye Ex-Torino and Switzerland Veteran to Replace Buchanan

July 9, 2024 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Switzerland, Torino, Transfer Market

In search for a new club since leaving Torino, Switzerland veteran Ricardo Rodriguez has fallen onto the radar of Serie A champions Inter. The center-back’s contract with the Granata expired at the end of June.

Napoli have pinned the delay on the contract extension on Victor Osimhen and his agent. They recently affirmed that the counterparties changed their mind

England Star the Reason Why Real Madrid Rejected Osimhen

July 9, 2024 Akhil Fisher England, Italian Football, Napoli, Real Madrid, Serie A

Real Madrid’s dormant interest in Victor Osimhen has long been well-documented, but the Nigerian marksman was never close to moving to the European champions. Following the departure of Karim Benzema, the search for a proper center-forward was on in the Spanish capital. The management, however, ultimately settled by bringing in veteran Joselu.

Inter Onboard Slovenia Talent Permanently to Primavera Team

July 9, 2024 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Despite the ongoing UEFA European Championship, Serie A champions Inter are not delaying transfer market business, and have already confirmed their first signing of the season amid the international football frenzy.

Valencia’s hunt for a right-back has brought them to Italy, with Los Che eyeing a particular talent from Atalanta’s youth ranks in Marco Palestra.

Atalanta Disinterested to Engage Valencia in Palestra Pursuit

July 9, 2024 Akhil Fisher Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market, Valencia

Spanish side Valencia’s hunt for a right-back has brought them to Italy, with Los Che eyeing a particular talent from Atalanta’s youth ranks in Marco Pelestra. As per Il Giorno, Atalanta have been alerted of Valencia’s interest in signing the teenage prodigy

Inter are ready to cash in on Valentin Carboni, who’s being tracked by a few teams in Italy and abroad. He's about to play in Copa America.

Roberto De Zerbi’s Marseille Eye Highly-Rated Inter Talent

July 2, 2024 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Marseille, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter Milan have a varied cohort of young talents in the mix, and one of them is Argentina international Valentin Carboni. At just 19, Carboni already has three appearances for the Albiceleste, and is now garnering attention across Italy and Europe.

Brahim Diaz sealed the Juventus game with a great goal. He will see his role grow as Charles De Ketelaere is set to miss the next two tilts with an injury.

Diaz Dream Diminishes for Roma as Real Madrid Ace Stays Put

July 2, 2024 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz’s ascendancy during the latter stages of the previous season has been well documented, and despite the arrival of Endrick and Kylian Mbappe in the forward line next season, the ex-Milan star is keen to prove his mettle in Madrid. Diaz has been the recipient of heightened interest from European heavyweights, including Roma, according to Footmercato.

Venezia technical director Cristiano Molinaro has admitted to contacts with Inter with regard to their interest in signing American talent Tanner Tessmann.

Inter Contact Tessmann But No Negotiations, Says Venezia Director

July 2, 2024 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market, Venezia

Venezia technical director Cristiano Molinaro has admitted to contacts with Serie A champions Inter with regard to their interest in signing American talent Tanner Tessmann. Several clubs, including Inter, Fiorentina and Atalanta are on Tessmann’s trail, expressing their interest to sign him this summer.

Napoli are rivaling Roma in the fray to sign Mats Hummels on a free. The Partenopei want multiple defensive reinforcements.

Scudetto Champions Inter Among Candidates to Sign Hummels

July 2, 2024 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Borussia Dortmund, Calciomercato, Germany, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Mats Hummels left Borussia Dortmund earlier last month having played his final match for the club in the UEFA Champions League final defeat to Real Madrid. The free agent is now a transfer target for several top clubs, with European dark horses Bayer Leverkusen and several Serie A sides emerging as potential destinations.

Author: Akhil Fisher