Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Matic breaks up with Mourinho for the first time in his career, as it was evident after their relationship went south after tensions arose during preseason.

Matic Bitterly Breaks Up with Mourinho’s Roma to Join Rennes

August 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

It’s official, Nemanja Matic leaves Roma to join Rennes. The Serbian and the Giallorossi were long at odds as he looked for a way out of the Italian capital, and his wish has now materialized. Roma have now accelerated efforts with PSG for Leandro Paredes as a replacement.

47-year-old Orsato has established himself as part of the cream of officials of the beautiful game in recent years and gave some insight.

Orsato Reveals ‘Most Difficult’ Player He’s Dealt With

August 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Italian referee Daniele Orsato has revealed Roma icon Daniel De Rossi as the most difficult player he has managed in his career so far. The 47-year-old has established himself as part of the cream of officials of the beautiful game in recent years and gave some insights into his work so far.

SPAL midfielder Matteo Prati was inches away from sealing the deal with Serie B outfit Palermo but has instead rejected the Rosanero to join Cagliari.

Italy U20 Starlet Prati Rejects Palermo to Make Serie A Move

August 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher Cagliari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Palermo, Serie A, Spal, Transfer Market

SPAL midfielder Matteo Prati was inches away from sealing the deal with Serie B outfit Palermo but has instead rejected the Rosanero in a bid to materialize his plans of developing in the top flight. Newly-promoted Cagliari are now in pole position to sign Prati from SPAL.

Lecce midfielder Morten Hjulmand leaves Italy to pursue his development in Portugal, as country giants Sporting Lisbon have signed him on a five-year deal.

Lecce Captain Hjulmand Leaves Italy to Join Portuguese Giants

August 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Sporting CP, Transfer Market

Lecce midfielder Morten Hjulmand leaves Italy to pursue his development in Portugal, as country giants Sporting Lisbon have agreed to terms to sign him, beating the likes of Italian hopefuls Fiorentina, Lazio, Roma, Atalanta and Juventus. Sporting were in talks to sign Hjulmand for quite a while.

Spalletti has given his yes to the Azzurri – now standing the chance to coach a national team for the first time in his career following Mancini's exit.

Napoli Clause Poses Obstacle for FIGC to Hire Spalletti

August 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

With Roberto Mancini now out of the picture, the FIGC has probed Antonio Conte and Luciano Spalletti as potential successors to take over the helm as the Italy manager. Of the two, it is understood that the latter is in pole position to win the post.

Fiorentina are close to signing three new players: Lucas Beltran, M’Bala Nzola, and Oliver Christensen. The Argentine will be the most expensive one.

Beltran Reveals Dybala Conversation Ahead of Fiorentina Signing

August 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma made a shock attempt to lure Beltran recently – a move which was quickly turned away by the Millionaires and the player himself. Beltran joins M’Bala Nzola as the newest addition to the frontline, and is expected to bag €1.8M net per season at Fiorentina

Fiorentina spent a lot to overhaul their attack last summer, adding N'Zola and Beltran, but they haven’t gotten great returns on their investments.

Sassuolo Winger Laurienté: “I Played the Whole Season with an Injury”

August 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A

Armand Laurienté got off to a restricted start at Sassuolo but ended the season with 8 goals and 7 goals in 31 appearances. The Milan and Juventus target revealed the knee injury setback he endured last season, carrying which he nonetheless starred for the Neroverdi. He's ready to make a full comeback.

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.

Ligue 1 Outfit Discuss Loan Move for Fiorentina Striker Kouamé

August 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Serie A, Transfer Market

After the departure of Arthur Cabral to Benfica, Fiorentina could lose yet another center-forward from their ranks. The arrivals of M’Bala Nzola and Lucas Beltran this window means the future of Christian Kouamé is up in the air. The Ivorian has already been tracked by Ligue 1 outfit Nice and Bundesliga’s Hoffenheim.

It is not only Serie A clubs who are interested in 24-year-old Riccardo Sottil, as he draws attention from the Premier League and the Bundesliga.

Fiorentina’s Sottil Receives Transfer Enquiries from Abroad

August 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Eintacht Frankfurt, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Monza, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina winger Riccardo Sottil could soon be leaving amid the club’s heightened transfer market business. But it is not only Serie A clubs such as Monza which are interested in the 24-year-old, as he draws attention from the Premier League and the Bundesliga. Brentford and Eintracht Frankfurt have enquired Fiorentina.

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 Reject Fenerbahce Bid for Milan Target Dominguez

August 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Sevilla, Transfer Market

It is no secret that Bologna are hearing out offers to sell Nicolas Dominguez, most recently being alerted of Milan’s interest and rejecting Fenerbahce’s €13M bid. The Rossoblù intend to lure at least €15-20M in their coffers as they prepare to part ways with the Argentine-Italian.

Kaio Jorge, now recovered from knee surgery, played a key role in Juventus’ 8-0 win against the Next Gen side, where he scored an impressive hattrick.

Frosinone Director Angelozzi Earmarks Rising Juve Talent

August 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Frosinone, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Brazilian talent Kaio Jorge moved to Juventus in the summer of 2021 from Santos for a reported fee of €1.50M but quickly fell out of favor due to unfortunate fitness and injury issues. He now has a way out of the club, with Frosinone director Guido Angelozzi keeping close tabs.

Crespo Backs Fiorentina Target Beltran to Shine in Serie A

August 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Argentine icon Hernan Crespo has backed Lucas Beltran to shine in Serie A as the 22-year-old River Plate striker prepares to join Fiorentina. Advanced negotiations are presently taking place between the Viola and the Millionaires after the Argentine giants reached an agreement in principle with the player himself.

Author: Akhil Fisher