Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Fiorentina director Joe Barone has shot down the rumors about the possible sale of the club that have been circulating in the last few days.

CEO Barone Reveals Details on Fiorentina Exit Targets

August 25, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina CEO Joe Barone has shed light on three of the club’s most significant exit-linked players at the moment – Nico Gonzalez, Luka Jovic, and Sofyan Amrabat. Morocco’s Abdelhamid Sabiri is another name associated with a departure, but Barone has asked for focus.

Ex-Juventus winger Angel Di Maria returned to boyhood club Benfica at the start of the summer transfer window following one campaign in Serie A.

Di Maria Strikes Juve: “You Realize Words Aren’t Worth Much”

August 25, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Ex-Juventus winger Angel Di Maria returned to his former club Benfica at the start of the summer transfer window following one campaign in Serie A. The Paris Saint-Germain icon has reminisced his time in Turin and regretted parting ways with the Turin giants on a sour note.

After omitting Orsolini from his initial squad for Italy’s qualifiers, Spalletti called upon the Bologna star following fitness concerns with others.

Orsolini and Bologna Shake Hands Over Contract Renewal

August 25, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

The long-awaited signing of Riccardo Orsolini’s contract extension has finally been inked on paper, as the 26-year-old winger extends his stay in Emilia-Romagna for a further two years. Orsolini was linked to a number of clubs, including Sassuolo, Lazio, Napoli, and even Premier League side Fulham.

Ex-Juventus forward Morata could very well make a return to Turin for a third time in his career despite making a positive start to his 2023/24 season.

Atletico Striker Morata ‘Dreams’ of Third Juventus Spell

August 25, 2023 Akhil Fisher Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market

Atletico Madrid striker Alvaro Morata is still hung up on his future. The former Juventus forward could very well make a return to Turin for a third time in his career despite making a positive start to his 2023/24 season with the Rojiblancos. He's very keen.

Napoli delayed in matching the €40M release clause set upon Veiga by Celta Vigo, and Zahavi has straightforwardly blamed the Scudetto holders.

Agent Zahavi Blames Napoli Passivity for Failed Veiga Deal

August 24, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Celta Vigo, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Gabri Veiga is heading to Saudi Arabia just weeks after being heavily linked with a move to Napoli. The Partenopei delayed in matching the €40M release clause set upon his head by boyhood club Celta Vigo, and the player’s agent Pini Zahavi has blamed Napoli’s passiveness for the failed transfer.

Fabbian ultimately moved to Bologna permanently, after a failed deal with Udinese. He now has his sights set solely on excelling at Bologna.

New Signing Fabbian Anticipates Positive Season at Bologna

August 24, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Calciomercato, Inter, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market, Udinese

Following a transfer window full of anticipation, Inter starlet Giovanni Fabbian ultimately moved to Bologna over the weekend on a permanent deal. The Rossoblù won the race for the 20-year-old, who shone for Filippo Inzaghi’s Reggiana in Serie B last season, beating the likes of Frosinone and Udinese with a €5M bid.

Pohjanpalo has a release clause of €3M, falling within the budget range for frontline reinforcements for Genoa. He has two years left on his contract.

Genoa Shortlist Venezia Striker Pohjanpalo to Boost Attack

August 24, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market, Venezia

Arguably the most active top-flight club this season, having introduced 13 fresh faces this season, Genoa are unlikely to put a halt to their transfer market activities. The Grifone are trying their best to onboard two defenders, Alessandro Zanoli and German Pezzella, and Venezia marksman Joel Pohjanpalo,

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 and Nottingham Delve into Talks for Dominguez

August 24, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Nottingham Forest, Serie A, Transfer Market

While Bologna are in talks to keep Nicolas Dominguez, the Rossoblù captain is also hunted by two foreign clubs. The Milan target has already received a bid from Turkey, a €13M offer from Fenerbahce, which was turned down outright, as it failed to meet Bologna’s valuation expectation of at least €15-20M.

Despite offering Jovic to Milan, agent Fali Ramadani has accelerated efforts to his next destination, which could perhaps be outside Italy and Serie A.

Luka Jović Future Up in the Air Amid Greek Interest

August 24, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Despite offering Jovic to Milan, agent Fali Ramadani has accelerated efforts to his next destination, which could perhaps be outside Italy and Serie A. The ex-Real Madrid center-forward has fallen out of contention, especially after the signings of M’Bala Nzola and Lucas Beltran.

While Spalletti was roused by Frattesi’s match-winning brace against Ukraine, he wasn’t the least bit impressed by the midfielder’s comments post game.

Gravina Sheds Light on Italy’s Spalletti Coup: “A Lot of Hypocrisy”

August 23, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Luciano Spalletti was chosen to lead the Italy national team following Roberto Mancini’s resignation from the dugout, but as FIGC president Gabriele Gravina recalls, luring the ex-Napoli tactician wasn’t an easy task. He blamed Partenopei chief Aurelio De Laurentiis for delaying proceedings due to the coach release clause.

Bologna and Salernitana have also enquired with Monza for Petagna, as have boyhood club Milan. He is ready to leave the Biancorossi after just one season.

Cagliari Edge Ahead for Monza’s Petagna, Galliani Confirms

August 23, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Cagliari, Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Monza, Salernitana, Serie A, Transfer Market

Monza striker Andrea Petagna is ready to leave the club after just one season following heightened interest by Cagliari. Petagna was deemed surplus to requirements at Napoli last season by Luciano Spalletti, and the Biancorossi tapped on his services on an initial loan deal before his signing became permanent in early July.

Lecce are looking to bolster their squad with talent in a bid to keep up their momentum deep into the season, with two defensive midfielders on their radar.

Lecce Nominate Two Defensive Talents, Including Roma Prodigy

August 23, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lecce, Ligue 1, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lecce cruised to a historic maiden season opening victory in Serie A by beating Lazio 2-1 at the Stadio Via del Mare. The Salentini, led by Roberto D’Aversa, are looking to bolster their squad with young talent in a bid to keep up their momentum deep into the 2023/24 season.

Author: Akhil Fisher