Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Fiorentina have not stunted their efforts by shortlisting just one player to boost their defense, as Gremio midfielder Villasanti is also on their radar.

Paraguay Midfield Talent Villasanti on Fiorentina Radar

August 23, 2023 Akhil Fisher Brazil, Brazilian Football, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina’s hunt for a defensive talent has taken them to South America, with Boca Juniors prodigy Nicolas Valentini high on their wishlist. However, they have not stunted their efforts by shortlisting just one, as Gremio central midfielder Mathías Villasanti is also on the Viola radar.

Most of Bologna’s interest stems from sporting director Sartori, with whom Freuler already worked with in Bergamo during their initial years at Atalanta.

Bologna in Advanced Stages to Sign Ex-Atalanta Stalwart

August 23, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Nottingham Forest, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Bologna have accelerated their interest in Nottingham Forest midfielder Remo Freuler, setting up advanced talks to sign him before the transfer market shuts close. The Swiss left Atalanta after six and a half season, moving in August 2022 to then newly-promoted Forest.

Lazio are satisfied with the early performances of Daichi Kamada and are already thinking about handing him a new contract.

Kamada Admits Maurizio Sarri as Decisive in Lazio Transfer

August 22, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Eintacht Frankfurt, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio attacking midfielder Daichi Kamada has revealed coach Maurizio Sarri as the reason for his choice to transfer to the Biancocelesti from Eintracht Frankfurt. He also dismissed talks of any similarities between himself and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.

Fiorentina beat Genoa 4-1 in the opener, as Bonaventura played a vital role - a first four-goal win in an away season debut for the first time since 1956.

Bonaventura Predicts High Season for Fiorentina After Genoa Win

August 22, 2023 Akhil Fisher Conference League, Coppa Italia, Fiorentina, Genoa, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Fiorentina thrashed Genoa 4-1 in the opening Serie A game of the season, as the Grifone fell mightily to a stern Viola outfit who scored at least four goals in a Serie A debut played away for the first time since 1956. Giacomo Bonaventura played a vital role in the win.

Fiorentina icon Giancarlo Antognoni has asked for calm after the Viola’s fantastic start to the season, where Italiano’s men comfortably beat Genoa 4-1.

Fiorentina Legend Hails Parisi as the Club’s Best Buy

August 22, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina icon Giancarlo Antognoni has asked for calm after the Viola’s fantastic start to the season, where Vincenzo Italiano’s men dispatched Genoa with a 4-1 scoreline. The 1975 Coppa Italia winner also gave his thoughts on Fiorentina’s exploits this summer in the transfer market.

Giuseppe Marotta took stock of the strong start by Inter and the recent events in an interview. He addressed the injury suffered by Marko Arnautovic.

Inter Chief Marotta Backs Carnevali and Sassuolo to Keep Berardi

August 22, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter chief Giuseppe Marotta has backed Giovanni Carnevali and Sassuolo to hold onto star player Domenico Berardi despite the links with Juventus and Lazio. Berardi is bound to stick to Sassuolo, at least until the winter transfer window or next summer.

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

Motta Plays Diplomatic Despite Milan Loss, Talks Transfer Plans

August 22, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Bologna succumbed to a 2-0 defeat against Milan at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara after they failed to rise from the two-goal deficit in under the opening ten minutes. Olivier Giroud and Christian Pulisic helped Milan take an early lead, following which Bologna proved toothless for the rest of the game.

Born in Argentina, the Boca graduate is of Italian descent. Valentini could follow Mateo Retegui's footsteps and perhaps star for the Italy national team.

Fiorentina Track Boca Talent Valentini to Boost Backline

August 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Argentina, Argentinian Football, Boca Juniors, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina reportedly want to add to their backline despite the acquisition of Colombian Yerry Mina on a free transfer. The Viola, who could lose Argentine center-back Lucas Martinez Quarta soon, might keep up with their share of defenders from the South American nation by signing a talent from Boca Juniors.

Sassuolo have emerged as a likely destination for Ngonge after the club reportedly enquired about his availability. However, Bologna still lead the race.

Sassuolo Enquire for Verona’s Ngonge as Bologna Close in

August 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Calciomercato, Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Once strongly linked with a move to Lazio, Hellas Verona forward Cyril Ngonge is still on the radars of a couple of top-flight suitors. The Belgian prodigy’s future is still up in the air despite possessing three more years on his contract in the North of Italy.

Karlsson was also tracked heavily by fellow Serie A rivals Napoli, Fiorentina and Lazio, with the latter two being offered his services by his entourage.

Bologna Finalize Talks to Sign Swedish Talent Karlsson

August 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Lazio, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Bologna are inches away from adding Swedish left winger Jesper Karlsson into their ranks after heightened contacts between the two clubs, beating the likes of Lazio and Fiorentina in the transfer race. Final talks are underway to definitively close the deal. He'll be their second signing from AZ:

Marco Verratti was absent from the first call-ups by new Italy coach Luciano Spalletti. However, it wasn’t a choice of the manager.

Verratti Agrees Saudi Move Amid Man United and Bayern Interest

August 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Paris Saint Germain, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Manchester United, Bayern Munich, and Al Ahli have reportedly entered the picture to sign Paris Saint-Germain star Marco Verratti. The Italian midfield ace, who is free to leave the French capital this summer, was linked with potential moves to Al-Hilal or Roma last month.

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.

Fiorentina and Kouamé Inch Closer to Contract Extension

August 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Reports had emerged earlier in the month of the potential departure of Christian Kouamé from Fiorentina. However, as things stand, the Viola could instead hold onto the Ivory Coast international. Ligue 1 outfit Nantes are the latest club to show interest in him.

Author: Akhil Fisher