Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Roma have recently asked for info about Lazar Samardzic and Jakub Kiwior ahead of possible summer pursuits, but they aren't alone.

Napoli Enter Transfer Race for Spezia Prodigy Kiwior

January 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Spezia, Transfer Market

Despite interest from Juventus and Milan, Napoli have emerged as a potential destination. However, Spezia want to keep Kiwior atleast until June as the minnows seek to register Serie A safety this campaign.

Serie B Outfit Sudtirol Plan to Onboard Juve Starlet Barbieri

January 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie B, Serie C, Transfer Market

Juventus U23 right-back Tommaso Barbieri is being eyed by a Serie B club in view of a move this winter transfer window. Juventus consider Barbieri highly within their ranks.

Beloved striker Gianluca Vialli has passed away at age 58. He battled pancreatic cancer for the last five years. His conditions worsened in late December.

Dutch Icon Ruud Gullit Pays Tribute to Gianluca Vialli

January 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Juventus, Sampdoria, Serie A

Dutch football legend Ruud Gullit has paid his tribute to Gianluca Vialli, following the Italian legend’s death due to pancreatic cancer. Gullit shed light on his relationship with the former enigmatic striker.

Real Madrid defender Ferland Mendy has appeared on the transfer market, and two Italian rivals are looking to sign him on a permanent transfer.

Derby d’Italia Rivals Keep Close Eye on Real Madrid’s Mendy

January 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Juventus, La Liga, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Real Madrid defender Ferland Mendy has appeared on the transfer market, and two Italian rivals are looking to sign him on a permanent transfer along with a Premier League team.

Milan Close to Signing Saint-Etienne Prodigy this Winter

January 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have eyed signing 17-year-old Noah Raveyre as early as this winter transfer window despite the Saint-Etienne youth product having just one senior appearance to his name.

Legendary striker Gabriel Omar Batistuta is in good shape after dealing with knee problems in previous years. He commented on Serie A and his former teams.

Batistuta Talks Napoli Charge, Roma Memories and Potential Italy Return

January 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Napoli, Roma, Serie A

Argentine legend Gabriel Batistuta believes Napoli will go on to lift the Scudetto title at the end of the season, given they ‘deserve’ the trophy for the first time since the 1989/90 season.

Bayern Munich are seeking a goalie due to Manuel Neuer’s precarious health and have Mike Maignan on their radar for the position.

Hugo Lloris Points to Milan’s Maignan as His French Successor

January 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, France, French Football, Italian Football, Serie A

Lloris believes the French national team is well equipped to field his successor, as he relayed in his comments to L’Equipe (via MilanNews), pointing to Rossoneri keeper Mike Maignan.

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 Appears on Belgium Radar to Succeed Roberto Martinez

January 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Belgium, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Pirlo has mutual interest in taking over reigns, having recently submitted his CV to the RBFA for the vacant role. Belgium assistant coach Thierry Henry has also been tipped to take over the role.

Stefan De Vrij scored a historic win in the courtrooms over his previous representatives, the Sports Entertainment Group.

Villarreal Contact Inter to Enquire De Vrij Availability

January 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market, Villarreal

Inter defender Stefan De Vrij has unable to reach an agreement with the club for a contract extension so far, making an exit from the club likely with every passing day.

Ruslan Malinovskyi is far from a lock to stay at Atalanta, and Tottenham have joined Nottingham Forest in the race to sign him.

Malinovskyi Bids Atalanta Farewell to Join Marseille

January 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Marseille, Serie A, Transfer Market

The surprising transfer move comes into play after a season of unrest for Malinovskyi under Gian Piero Gasperini at the Gewiss Stadium, where he managed to garner just 547 minutes of game time across 15 Serie A matches.

Lautaro Martinez spoke about his stellar stretch, the World Cup, and the challenging preparation ahead of it in an interview.

Striker Martinez Admits Inter Missed Desire to Win at Monza

January 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Inter Milan, Juventus

Following a morale-boosting 1-0 victory over Napoli in the previous round, Inter were surprisingly held to a 2-2 draw at Monza’s Stadio Brianteo by virtue of a complicated header at the death.

Inter deputy director Baccin recently returned from a South American mission, and one of the players he recommended is Racing midfielder Carlos Alcaraz.

Southampton Approach Racing for Milan Target Alcaraz

January 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Argentina, Benfica, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Porto, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Argentine talent Carlos Alcaraz has received a direct offer from Premier League outfit Southampton, as he continues to be eyed by a host of top European clubs including Italian rivals Milan and Inter.

Author: Akhil Fisher