Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Ramos is keen to stay in Europe, and has two clubs on his back, with Turkish giants Galatasaray also in the picture and ahead of Roma in the transfer race.

Mourinho Contacts Sergio Ramos But Turks Overtake Roma

August 30, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

The Rome hypothesis still remains strong for free agent Sergio Ramos. The Spanish icon is without a club since his contract at Paris Saint-Germain expired at the end of the previous season, and the Giallorossi are in search of a center-back, which means both parties could pair up for at least one season.

Argentina midfielder Nicolás Domínguez, who earlier in the summer moved from Bologna to Nottingham Forest, has opened up on his new adventure in England.

Bologna Strike Swap Deal for Dominguez, Welcome Nottingham’s Freuler

August 30, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Nottingham Forest, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Nottingham Forest have made a breakthrough in negotiations for Nicolas Dominguez in a swap deal involving Remo Freuler. The Bologna ace was hot in talks with the Rossoblù management concerning an extension but has instead chosen to continue his footballing journey in Nottinghamshire. He was tracked by Fenerbahce too.

Sottil has the chance to turn things around in his favor when Udinese travel to Monza next, before taking on Cagliari in the Coppa Italia second round.

Sottil Backs Udinese to Sign Striker as Beto Moves to Everton

August 29, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market, Udinese

Udinese coach Andrea Sottil has given his full confidence to the Friulani faithful with regards to signing a striker to substitute for Beto. Udinese have failed to find the net properly this season, most recently falling to a 1-1 draw at Salernitana, as they remain winless in their two games so far.

Udinese midfield stalwart Lazar Samardžić, who came painfully close to completing a move to Inter in the summer, has emerged as a realistic Juventus target.

Samardžić Focused on Udinese After Failed Inter Transfer

August 29, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market, Udinese

Udinese were held to a 1-1 draw at the Stadio Arechi, as Boulaye Dia’s late strike canceled Lazar Samardžić opener in the 57th minute. The Serbia midfielder, who recently concluded a month-long saga with Inter, has vowed his allegiance to Udinese despite the failed transfer.

Udinese sporting director Balzaretti has confirmed Beto’s imminent transfer to Everton, while also shining light on Roberto Pereyra and Joel Pohjanpalo.

Udinese Director Balzaretti on Beto, Pohjanpalo and Pereyra

August 29, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market, Udinese

Udinese sporting director Federico Balzaretti has confirmed Beto’s transfer to Everton while also shining light on Roberto Pereyra and Joel Pohjanpalo. The Friulani have not experienced the best of windows despite the fact that they succeeded in keeping hold of Lazar Samardžić.

Leonardo Spinazzola has stayed healthy and logged the most minutes on the flank so far, but he might not be long for Roma due to his short-term contract.

Manchester United Enquire Roma for Wingback Spinazzola

August 29, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma left-back Leonardo Spinazzola has garnered interest from the Premier League, as Manchester United have asked the Giallorossi about his availability. The 30-year-old Azzurri wingback was backed by José Mourinho to stay put at the Olimpico last month despite a mega-money interest from Saudi Arabian outfit Al-Shabab.

Napoli have announced the acquisition of Jesper Lindstrom, while the departure of Hirving Lozano hasn’t been finalized yet.

Lozano Ready for PSV Homecoming as Napoli Fill-in Gap

August 29, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

With the imminent arrival of Jesper Lindstrom from Eintracht Frankfurt, Napoli are ready to release Hirving Lozano, who has long awaited the club to sign a replacement after being ditched out of Rudi Garcia’s season plans. Two outfits, including Premier League heavyweights Newcastle United have accelerated efforts to sign Lozano.

Only recently did reports emerge of Kouamé nearing an extension with Fiorentina, but his future is still in the blue following enquiries from Ligue 1 clubs.

Lille Take Lead in Talks for Fiorentina Outcast Kouamé

August 28, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Lille, Serie A, Transfer Market

Only recently did reports emerge of Christian Kouamé nearing a contract extension with Fiorentina, but his future is still in the blue following enquiries from Ligue 1 clubs. After Nantes and Nice, Clermont came into the picture to sign the 25-year-old, but yet another club has accelerated their efforts to sign Kouamé.

Motta is reportedly nearing a contract extension at Bologna, and the announcement is expected to become official during the upcoming international break.

Motta Praises Bologna Away Display in 1-1 Juve Draw

August 28, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Bologna gave away a one-goal lead to succumb to a 1-1 draw to Juventus courtesy of Duan Vlahovic’s late header to equalize proceedings after Lewis Ferguson’s early goal. Thiago Motta backed his side for a spirited performance despite being denied a penalty after a controversial challenge in the box.

Pavard, who is pushing for a move, has agreed personal terms with Inter, but the condition is that Bayern first sign a substitute to fill his shoes.

Pavard to Inter Depends on Bayern’s Ability to Find Replacement

August 28, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market One comment

Pavard, who is pushing for a move, has agreed personal with Inter in a deal worth €30M, but the condition is that Bayern first sign a substitute to fill his shoes. Tuchel has made it clear that the German giants will send Pavard away only if they find an apt replacement.

Juventus might rekindle their interest in Domenico Berardi in January depending on where they are at in the standing and the outcome of the Poga case.

Sassuolo Brass Stress Berardi Significance Post Napoli Defeat

August 28, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Sassuolo star Domenico Berardi was ruled out by Alessio Dionisi before the defeat against Napoli. However, as the coach and Neroverdi president Giovanni Carnevali reiterated, the Euro 2020 winner is expected back into the starting line-up against Hellas Verona next: ""He has the same importance as Victor Osimhen for Napoli,"

Newly-appointed Saudi Arabia national team coach Roberto Mancini has lashed out at the Italian Football Federation, FIGC, for treating him unfavorably.

Mancini Blasts FIGC: “They Treated Me Like the Monster of Florence”

August 28, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Serie A, Transfer Market One comment

Newly-appointed Saudi Arabia national team coach Roberto Mancini has lashed out at the Italian Football Federation, FIGC, for treating him unfavorably. The longtime 58-year-old Azzurri boss decided to step down a couple of weeks ago at short notice, just ten months before the UEFA European Championships.

Author: Akhil Fisher