Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Replacing Frattesi was never going be an easy task for Sassuolo, but they have done well with the onboarding of ex-Frosinone midfielder Daniel Boloca.

West Ham Scouts Witness Boloca in Action as Interest Grows

November 2, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Premier League, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market, West Ham

Replacing Davide Frattesi was never going be an easy task for Sassuolo, but they have done well with the onboarding of Daniel Boloca. The Romanian moved from Frosinone, having helped the Canaries achieve promotion to Serie A, and has now quickly emerged to be become Frattesi’s heir. His performances have not gone unnoticed.

Milan have had a nightmare restart following the recent international break, losing two out of their three games. Their injury list just keeps on growing.

Milan Issues Compound as Kalulu Set to Undergo Surgery

November 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Milan have had a nightmare restart to their campaign following the recent international break, losing two of their three games so far, with the most recent draw against Napoli also bringing with it a whole new set of problems. The injury list just keeps growing for Stefano Pioli

Considered one of Brazilian football’s hottest prospects, Leonardo is contracted with Santos until December 2026, and is expected to depart soon.

Newcastle United Set to Challenge Roma for Santos Starlet

November 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Brazil, Brazilian Football, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Newcastle United, Premier League, Roma, Santos, Serie A, Transfer Market

Considered one of Brazilian football’s hottest prospects, Leonardo is contracted with Santos until December 2026, and is expected to depart the club by the end of the 2023/24 European season. The emergence of Premier League giants Newcastle United in the transfer race is set to shake things up.

Former Azzurri teammates Inzaghi and Pirlo came face-to-face in the Coppa Italia on Monday night, as the former beat the latter by an overwhelming scoreline

Pirlo: “I Had Talks with Salernitana But Nothing Materialized”

November 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Coppa Italia, Italian Football, Salernitana, Sampdoria, Serie A

Former Azzurri teammates Filippo Inzaghi and Andrea Pirlo came face-to-face in the Coppa Italia on Monday night, as the former beat the latter by an overwhelming scoreline. The 4-0 victory for the Granata dumped the Blucerchiati out of the second round, and Pirlo took responsibility for the defeat in Salerno.

Lyon director Vincent Ponsot has confirmed Grosso risked losing his left eye, after a projectile hit him as the bus was making its way into the Velodrome.

Grosso Risked Losing His Eye, Confirms Lyon Director

November 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Ligue 1, Lyon, Marseille, Serie A

Lyon’s director of football Vincent Ponsot has confirmed Fabio Grosso risked losing his left eye, after a glass projectile hit him just as the team bus was making its way into Marseille’s Stade Velodrome. The ‘Olympique’ derby between Lyon and Marseille was suspended following the violent attacks on the visitors.

Napoli has lost another left-back to injury, Mathias Olivera, but they remain unlikely to turn to the free-agent pool to replenish the position.

PSG Keeping Close Tabs on Napoli Left-Back Olivera

November 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Paris Saint Germain, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly monitoring the situation of Napoli wingback Mathias Olivera ahead of the winter transfer window. The Uruguayan arrived in the summer of 2022, and proved significant for Luciano Spalletti’s Scudetto-winning team last season. However, his stay might end up short in the south of Italy.

As Gilardino prepares to welcome Reggiana in the Coppa Italia, ex-Azzurri teammate Alessandro Nesta is excited about the prospect of qualifying through.

Nesta Promises Dinner if Reggiana Meet Lazio in Coppa Italia

October 31, 2023 Akhil Fisher Coppa Italia, Genoa, Italian Football, Lazio, Reggina, Serie A

As Alberto Gilardino prepares to welcome Reggiana to the Stadio Luigi Ferraris in the Coppa Italia Second Round, ex-Azzurri teammate Alessandro Nesta is excited about the prospect of qualifying through, since it will pitch his side against former club Lazio in the last 16.

Inspired by their captain, Cagliari executed a stunning four-goal comeback over Frosinone, with Pavoletti himself scoring a brace in stoppage time.

Cagliari Hero Leonardo Pavoletti Reveals Role Model

October 31, 2023 Akhil Fisher Cagliari, Italian Football, Serie A

Hero of the greatest comeback victory in Serie A history, Leonardo Pavoletti has revealed who his role model is. Inspired by their captain, Ranieri's Cagliari executed a stunning four-goal comeback in the second-half, with Pavoletti himself scoring a brace in stoppage time in the 4-3 win over Frosinone.

Salah’s three season spell in Serie A elevated him into a world-class footballer, before which he was used rather seldomly by Jose Mourinho at Chelsea.

When Mourinho Made Mohamed Salah Weep at Chelsea

October 31, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Liverpool, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Mohamed Salah’s three season spell in Serie A elevated him into a world-class footballer, before which he was used rather seldomly by José Mourinho at Chelsea. Following an arguably successful stint at Real Madrid, the Special One returned to Stamford Bridge to find a studded line up that included the now-Liverpool winger.

Alessandro Del Piero has praised Inter for their development over the past season, pointing out the presence of newcomer Marcus Thuram as pivotal.

Juventus Icon Del Piero Praises Rivals Inter and Thuram

October 31, 2023 Akhil Fisher Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Alessandro Del Piero has praised Inter for their development over the past season, pointing out the presence of newcomer Marcus Thuram as pivotal. The Juventus icon couldn’t help but point out the Nerazzurri’s capabilities, with Thuram at the forefront of attack alongside Lautaro Martinez.

Lautaro Martinez probably won’t pen his new Inter contract before Christmas, but it could happen shortly thereafter, by January 6th.

Inter Stalwart Lautaro Martinez Dismisses Real Madrid Links

October 31, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lautaro Martinez has dismissed any notion of an exit from Inter, with Spanish heavyweights Real Madrid being heavily linked with the Nerazzurri striker. The 2022 World Cup winner was one of the attendees at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris for the 2023 Ballon d’Or ceremony, in which he finished in 20th position.

Josè Mourinho is wary it will take more effort from his side to register a positive victory in next week’s Derby della Capitale against Lazio.

Mourinho Mocks Inter: “Any Whistles You Can Lend Me?”

October 30, 2023 Akhil Fisher Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

Although José Mourinho was absent from the Giallorossi dugout as the visitors went down at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza to Inter, he nonetheless made the headlines after the clash with yet another post-match comment. Approximately 30,000 whistles were distributed before the game amongst the Nerazzurri fans to target Romelu Lukaku whenever he touched the ball.

Author: Akhil Fisher