Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Zlatan Ibrahimovic was honored for his career at the Globe Soccer Awards, where he provided an update on his fitness and weighed in on the season.

Ibrahimovic Reveals Uncertainty Surrounding his Future

June 2, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

The future of Zlatan Ibrahimovic is still up in the air, with reports emerging of a potential move to Monza. However, the veteran striker has not ruled out staying at Milan for another year.

Georginio Wijnaldum, who has strung together a series of encouraging performances, previewed Thursday’s clash with Feyenoord.

Wijnaldum to Stay in Roma Only on One Condition

June 2, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Paris Saint Germain, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma loanee Georginio Wijnaldum could extend his stay, provided he agrees to one condition by the capital club. However, as it stands, he is set to return to PSG.

Agent Federico Pastorello attended the TransferRoom Summit at Stamford Bridge and discussed his main clients in an interview.

Agent Pastorello Dishes on Futures of Acerbi and De Vrij

June 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Pastorello dished on the respective futures of Francesco Acerbi and Stefan De Vrij, with both having been linked to an exit from Inter at the end of the season.

Some Inter emissaries were in the stands for the recent match between Empoli and Salernitana to take a close look at Boulaye Dia.

Dia in Demand as Salernitana Inch Closer to Permanent Move

June 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Salernitana, Serie A, Transfer Market

Boulaye Dia has significantly helped Salernitana earn top-flight safety this campaign - enroute to ending the season as the league’s third-highest goalscorer with 16 goals.

Klinsmann: “Inter Have an Advantage with Nothing to Lose”

June 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Manchester City, Serie A, Transfer Market

The clubs clash in Istanbul in a fortnight’s time, and Klinsmann is surprised at the Nerazzurri’s presence in the showdown event on June 10. Klinsmann starred in the Nerazzurri colors for three seasons, scoring 40 goals in 123 appearances.

Luis Alberto to Extend Lazio Contract on One Condition

June 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lotito will be able to please Luis Alberto only if his midfield counterpart is sold, as he does not want to undermine the balance of the locker room by exceeding the wage bill currently set by the management.

Inter vice-president Javier Zanetti updated his take on the comparison between Lionel Messi and Diego Armando Maradona after the World Cup victory.

Zanetti on Lautaro Links with Real Madrid and Messi

June 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter will play Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League final on June 10 in Istanbul, as Zanetti aims to see his club lift the continental championship for the first time since he captained Jose Mourinho’s side to victory in the historic treble-winning season.