Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

In a shocking set of events, Roma have reportedly taken over Fiorentina in the race to sign Beltran. The Giallorossi could use Dybala to strike the deal.

Roma’s Dybala Card Threatens Fiorentina Approach for Beltran

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

In a shocking set of events, Roma have reportedly taken over Fiorentina in the race to sign Lucas Beltran from River Plate. The Viola have accelerated their efforts to secure the 22-year-old following the sale of Arthur Cabral to Benfica, but the emergence of the Giallorossi shakes up the transfer saga.

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.

Palermo Set to Beat Serie A Sides for Italy U20 Prodigy Prati

August 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Palermo, Sassuolo, Serie A, Spal, Transfer Market

SPAL’s Matteo Prati is a midfielder in demand, with no less than four clubs interested in signing him, including three from the top tier. However, it is Palermo from Serie B who look likely to bag his signature despite advanced links with Sassuolo, which wish for another young addition to their midfield.

Enciso, despite being as a center-forward position, is known for his versatility in the final-third, and Napoli wish to lure him from under De Zerbi's nose.

Paraguay and Brighton Talent Enciso Draws Napoli Attention

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

Brighton and Hove Albion forward Julio César Enciso Espínola a.k.a Julio Enciso is a target for Napoli. The Paraguay talent, despite being known to star in the center-forward position, is known for his versatility in the final third, and the Scudetto winners wish to lure him away from Roberto De Zerbi.

It is no secret that Malinovskyi intends to return to Italy, following a short stint at Marseille. Torino lead the race but face competition from Besiktas.

Marseille Castaway Malinovskyi Agrees to Torino Transfer

August 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Marseille, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

It is no secret that Ruslan Malinovskyi intends to return back to Italy, following a short six-month stint at Olympique de Marseille, which, despite activating the €10M purchase option for the Shakhtar Donetsk youth product, are set to bid farewell. The ex-Atalanta man has been linked to Torino in recent weeks.

Francesco Totti has been rumored to join the Roma management a few times since leaving, with José Mourinho reportedly a proponent of the hiring.

Totti Junior Leaves Roma to Join Frosinone Primavera

August 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Frosinone, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Francesco Totti junior, Cristian Totti, is bound to experience a complicated path back to Roma if he wishes to continue or perhaps emulate his father’s legacy in the Italian capital. After advanced negotiations with Frosinone, it has been decided for Cristian to continue his development some hundred kilometers southeast of Rome.

Mourinho led the Spanish heavyweights from May 2010 to June 2013, winning one La Liga, Copa del Rey and Supercopa de Espana title each during his time.

Roma Boss Mourinho Reveals Real Madrid Sentiment

August 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Real Madrid, Roma, Serie A

It might have been ten years this June since José Mourinho called it a day at Real Madrid, but he still keeps the Los Blancos close to his heart. The Special One, who is preparing to lead Roma into his third season, has fond memories of his time in the Spanish capital.

Milan youngster Andreas Jungdal is set to star in Serie B for the near future, after recently-relegated Cremonese onboarded him on a free operation.

Prodigal Milan Goalie Jungdal to Continue Career at Cremonese

August 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Cremonese, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan youngster Andreas Jungdal is headed to Serie B, at least for the near future, after recently-relegated Cremonese onboarded him on a free transfer operation. The Cremona-based outfit has closed the definitive transfer for the Primavera talent. The Rossoneri will get part of a future sale.

Sassuolo have confirmed the transfer of Genoa talent Luca Lipani. The 18-year-old,joins the Neroverdi as the club’s youngest acquisition this summer window.

Sassuolo Make Genoa Talent Lipani Youngest Summer Acquisiton

August 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Italy, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Sassuolo have confirmed the transfer of Genoa talent Luca Lipani, purchasing him outright from the Grifone following a breakthrough year which saw him finish runners-up at the 2023 FIFA U20 World Cup and eventually win the UEFA European U19 Championship with Italy. The right-footed holding midfielder signs a five-year deal.

Using the funds received from the deal for 25-year-old Cabral, Fiorentina will re-invest it the transfer market, with Lucas Beltran atop their wishlist.

Cabral to Benfica as Fiorentina Make Space for Beltran

August 8, 2023 Akhil Fisher Benfica, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Benfica have made up for the departure of Goncalo Ramos to Paris Saint-Germain by signing untapped Fiorentina striker Arthur Cabral. Using the funds received from the deal for the 25-year-old Brazilian, the Viola will re-invest in the transfer market, with Lucas Beltran atop their wishlist.

Finding a keeper as a Provedel's deputy is of utmost importance. The track has led Lazoi to Berlin, where the city’s two rivals possess worthy keepers.

Lazio Shortlist Names from Berlin Rivals to Deputize Provedel

August 8, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

With Luis Maximiano expected to reach an agreement with Almeria soon enough, two names have reportedly been shortlisted by the Lazio management to serve as Ivan Provedel’s deputy. The Biancocelesti have adopted an active stance in recent days to onboard new faces, signing Daichi Kamada and Gustav Isaksen.

Italian-Turkish defender Rayyan Baniya, who possesses an Italian passport and stars for Karagümrük, has been linked to Serie A sides including Udinese.

Serie A Trio Linked to Italian-Turkish Defender Baniya

August 8, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market, Turkey

Italian-Turkish defender Rayyan Baniya, who stars for Fatih Karagümrük, has been linked to several Serie A sides including Udinese and Napoli. However, the lack of concrete links has forced him to stay put in Istanbul despite his agent Giovanni Bia raising talks of interest.

Natan looks set to rise within not only Napoli’s ranks in the coming months, but also star for the Brazil national team in the near future.

Bragantino Boss Caixinha Praises Natan: “He Was an Example”

August 8, 2023 Akhil Fisher Brazil, Brazilian Football, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

New Napoli signing Natan has been praised for being an example to teammates at his former club. Red Bull Bragantino coach Pedro Caixinha coached the 22-year-old defender for one season, and the center-back’s development showed no signs of slowing down: "He gave us everything until the last day."

Author: Akhil Fisher