Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

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.

Transfer Interest in Lecce Ace Hjulmand Intensifies

March 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lecce, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

It is no secret of Roma’s curiosity in Lecce midfielder Morten Hjulmand, with José Mourinho, in particular, taking a keen interest in the Danish talent. However, Roma are far from the only club in the race to sign the 23-year-old central midfielder, as Atalanta and Juventus are tracking him too.

Juventus already planning their transfer strategy and potential roster for the new season, and two names have resurfaced in the club’s shortlist.

Juventus Make Two Serie A Midfielders Top Priority

March 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lecce, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

With the Bianconeri already planning their roster for the new season, two names have resurfaced in the club’s shortlist for reinforcements. Despite reports of Angel Di Maria’s contract renewal growing increasingly concrete by the day, it is understood Juventus want new and perhaps young blood in their roster.

Retegui was the subject of speculation from giants such as Inter and Napoli, but he ultimately chose Genoa, having consulted Argentine icon Diego Milito.

Retegui Senior Denies Milan Links, Mentions Surprise Suitors

March 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Argentina, Boca Juniors, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, La Liga, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market, Udinese

Following news of Roberto Mancini calling up Tigre striker Mateo Retegui to the Azzurri national team, interest in the Argentine-Italian striker has bloomed. However, as his father Carlos Retegui reveals, there were contacts with interested suitors before the 23-year-old forward heard from Mancini: "Mateo is very happy with the call-up."

La Real Starlet Kubo Eager to Complete Remontada Versus Roma

March 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Europa League, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Jose Mourinho’s Roma hold a two-goal lead over Real Sociedad going into the second leg of their UEFA Europa League Round of 16 tie, but Japanese starlet Takefuso Kubo believes the Spaniards can mount a comeback. The former Real Madrid talent backed his side to edge the Giallorossi.

Tammy Abraham has been steadily improving since joining Roma, even though it took him a while to adjust to Serie A after the €40M move.

Roma Striker Abraham Scouted by Two European Heavyweights

March 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher Borussia Dortmund, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Tammy Abraham is having an indifferent season in the Giallorossi colors, racking in 7 goals and 6 assists in 36 games. He has been a shadow of his former self that played a key role in Mourinho’s debut Roma season, but clubs keep piling up to sign him in the summer.

Torino president Cairo, who took over reigns back in 2004/05, has recalled how difficult it was for the club to rise from the ashes more than a decade ago.

Torino President Cairo on Transfer Strategy and Economic Standing

March 13, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

Torino president Urbano Cairo has defended the Granata signing Perr Schuurs to replace now Juventus stopper Gleison Bremer. Schuurs arrived from Ajax – having graduated through the Dutch club’s reserve side – sealing a €9M move to Torino last summer. The club chief shed light on what happened.

Giovanni Di Lorenzo could change his Napoli and stay at Napoli after all even though his agent Mario Giuffredi relayed his intention to leave this summer.

Fabio Cannavaro Likens Napoli Captain Di Lorenzo to Inter Legend

March 13, 2023 Akhil Fisher Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Italy icon Fabio Cannavaro has drawn comparisons between Giovanni Di Lorenzo and Inter legend Javier Zanetti, saying the Napoli captain is ‘indispensable’ for Spalletti’s side. Di Lorenzo has played a key role in the Partenopei’s ascendancy, as the southerners find themselves not far from lifting their first Scudetto in 33 years.

Prandelli has no doubt in his mind as to who the Scudetto favorites are, as Inter thrashed Milan 5-1 in the first Derby della Madonnina of the season.

Prandelli Urges Roma to Back Mourinho in the Transfer Market

March 13, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Former Italy national team manager Cesare Prandelli believes Jose Mourinho and Roma can punch above their weight, but only by signing the right players in the summer transfer window. The Giallorossi added a few high-profile names to their squad, yet they are struggling to break into the top four.

Real Madrid need a top-end striker to replace Karin Benzema and had some contacts with Inter to gather intel on Lautaro Martinez.

Martinez Set to Stay Despite PSG and Man United Interest

March 13, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Manchester United, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

It goes without saying Lautaro Martinez is an indispensable part of Simone Inzaghi’s side, but it is still a mystery what the summer transfer window holds in store. The Argentine striker’s displays have pulled the gazes of top clubs despite the Nerazzurri staying put on their stance of keeping hold of him.

Inter are on the hunt for a teenage talent - Tughan Yildiz - from Turkey, but they are not the only club from Serie A interested in the 16-year-old.

Bursaspor Chief Reveals Inter and Roma Interest in Turkey Talent

March 13, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter are on the hunt to bolster their squad with a teenage talent from Turkey. As relayed by Bursaspor president Mehmet Zahid Yanar, the Nerazzurri are interested in Tughan Yildiz – a class of 2006 talent who has impressed top clubs keeping an eye out on him.

Barco has a contract valid until December 2024, and having extend his stay as recently as February, it remains doubtful whether he will leave Boca soon.

Juventus Aim for Boca Talent Barco to Boost Defensive Line

March 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Boca Juniors, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Barco has a contract valid until December 2024, and having extended his stay as recently as last February, it remains doubtful whether the Argentine giants will let go of one of their best talents. Juventus are on the hunt for a left wingback and have taken note of the budding Argentine talent.

Victor Osimhen is being targeted by a host of clubs, but Napoli plot to resist the offers. The Partenopei have set an astronomical price tag for their ace.

PSG to Join Assault on Napoli Marksman Osimhen Come Summer

March 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Paris Saint Germain, Serie A, Transfer Market

Arguably the hottest striker in Europe at the moment, Victor Osimhen’s future is still up in the air as he is currently busy leading Napoli through a historic season for a first Scudetto title in 33 years. Several top European giants are preparing to empty their coffers to sign the Nigerian, including PSG.

Author: Akhil Fisher