Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Claims of a move to Napoli for Faraoni has been refuted by the Gialloblu captain’s agent, who has backed his client to finish his career at Hellas Verona.

Agent Dismisses Napoli Transfer for Verona Captain Faraoni

July 27, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Once viewed as Giovanni Di Lorenzo’s deputy and future replacement, Napoli will have to make do without Davide Faraoni as their transfer target going forward. Claims of a potential move to the Partenopei have been refuted by the Gialloblù captain’s agent, who has backed him to finish his career at Hellas Verona.

Lazio might touch up their midfield in January, and Maurizio Sarri has indicated Bologna’s Lewis Ferguson as a priority target.

Bologna Ace Ferguson Excited to Continue Under Motta

July 27, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Scotland international Lewis Ferguson was expected to leave Bologna amid heightened interest from top clubs such as Napoli, Milan and Juventus, but his recent contract extension means he is a concrete part of Thiago Motta’s future plans. The Rangers academy product is excited to continue in the Rossoblù jersey.

Sarri Could Make or Break Zakharyan Deal Amid Strasbourg Presence

July 26, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

While Lazio and Claudio Lotito do not hesitate to spend for the Russian, the lack of non-EU slots poses a threat to Sarri’s future plans, as he prepares an assault for titles in 2023/24.

Fiorentina's approach for Sutalo has been duplicated by Ajax, meaning the Viola’s proposition is bound to be rejected, given their low offer.

Fiorentina Amp Up Efforts to Sign Croatia Prospect Sutalo

July 26, 2023 Akhil Fisher Ajax, Calciomercato, Croatia, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Just hours after links emerged with River Plate sensation Lucas Beltran, Fiorentina are inching closer to signing Croatia center-back Josip Sutalo, after submitting an official opening bid. However, their approach has been duplicated by Ajax, meaning the Viola’s proposition is bound to be rejected, given their low offer.

Milan recently acquired AZ midfielder Reijnders as their sixth signing of the season, and the Dutchman himself believes it wasn’t a tough decision.

Milan Signing Reijnders Reveals ‘Impossible’ Barça Move

July 26, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Netherlands, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan recently confirmed the acquisition of AZ Alkmaar midfielder Tijjani Reijnders as their sixth signing of the season, and the Dutchman himself believes it wasn’t a tough decision to choose the Rossoneri over other suitors.

Luciano Spalletti will issue the Italy squad for the Euro qualifiers versus Malta and England on Friday while dealing with a few injury concerns.

Immobile Contacts Berardi to Address Lazio Transfer Links

July 26, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market One comment

Lazio icon Ciro Immobile has reportedly reached out to Italy teammate Domenico Berardi to understand where things stand with regards to his future. Berardi has long been linked with a Neroverdi exit, and Maurizio Sarri’s Biancocelesti have emerged as concrete suitors in recent weeks, alongside Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr.