Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Milan are on the prowl for multiple fullbacks since they didn’t retain Kyle Walker, Theo Hernandez will soon formally join Al-Hilal.

Milan Going After Multiple Fullbacks Following Exits

July 8, 2025 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Ligue 1, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Milan are on the prowl for multiple fullbacks considering that they didn’t retain Kyle Walker, Theo Hernandez will soon formally join Al-Hilal for €25M, and Emerson Royal is also for sale. The Rossoneri have missed out on Maxim De Cuyper.

Despite the chatter and the manifest interest, Inter and Galatasaray aren’t actively bargaining the Hakan Calhanoglu deal at the moment.

Inter Linked to a Few New Potential Calhanoglu Heirs

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Despite the chatter and the manifest interest, Inter and Galatasaray aren’t actively bargaining for Hakan Calhanoglu at the moment. The Turkish team has other big deals on the plate, as they are also trying to retain Victor Osimhen.

Napoli won’t go all the way to sign Lorenzo Lucca until they have a chance to bring in Darwin Nunez, and Atalanta and Milan jumped in.

Napoli, Milan, and Atalanta in the Mix for Udinese Star

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Napoli won’t go all the way to sign Lorenzo Lucca until they have a chance to bring in Darwin Nunez, which exposes them to other sides’ interferences with their pursuit, as Milan and Atalanta have joined in.

Juventus will have a window to put their hands on Jadon Sancho, as the player is keen on the destination. They'll have to be quick, though.

Juventus Closer to Adding Sancho from Manchester United

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Juventus will have a window to put their hands on Jadon Sancho, as the player is keen on the destination. There’s an agreement in principle on his valuation with Manchester United, about €25M, while there’s more work to be done on his personal terms.

It has taken more than a month for every Serie A team to appoint a new manager in an almost unprecedentedly busy carousel.

Grading Every New Coaching Appointment in Serie A

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It has taken more than a month for every Serie A team to appoint a new manager in an almost unprecedentedly busy carousel. The picture isn’t actually officially complete yet, as Fiorentina have yet to announce Stefano Pioli, but it’s just a technicality.

Inter will have to sweat for a couple of weeks because they had to insert a release clause in the relatively recent Denzel Dumfries renewal.

Low Release Clause Looms Over the Future of Inter Ace

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Inter will have to sweat for a couple of weeks because they had to insert a release clause in the relatively recent Denzel Dumfries renewal to end an impasse. It’s worth €25M and it’s valid only for foreign teams in the first two weeks of July.

Napoli prolonged the contract of Alex Meret but still want to bring in another goalie and are keen on Vanja Milinkovic-Savic.

Napoli After Torino Star Despite Re-Upping with Meret

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Napoli took it down to the wire but prolonged the contract of Alex Meret, tacking on another year with an option for one further season, but they still want to bring in another goalie and are keen on Vanja Milinkovic-Savic.

Juventus and Manchester United have been negotiating for Jadon Sancho, and Douglas Luiz could eventually become part of the deal.

Juventus Flop Involved in Talks with Manchester United

July 3, 2025 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Sporting CP, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Juventus and Manchester United have been negotiating for Jadon Sancho, and Douglas Luiz could eventually become part of the deal. The Bianconeri need to act quickly because, while Fenerbahce have moved on, he has a few suitors.

Milan will formally welcome Samuele Ricci later this week and are intensifying their pursuit of Ardon Jashari.

Milan Not Giving Up for Touted Club Brugge Midfielder

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Milan will formally welcome Samuele Ricci later this week and are intensifying their pursuit of Ardon Jashari, who’s seen as the ideal piece to round out their new-look midfield. They have some competition, but he has okayed the move.

Juventus ramped up their efforts to sign Jonathan David after their FIFA Club World Cup elimination, reaching an agreement with his entourage.

Juventus Reach the Finish Line of Lengthy David Pursuit

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Juventus ramped up their efforts to sign Jonathan David after their FIFA Club World Cup elimination, reaching an agreement with his entourage concerning the commissions and the bonuses, which had been holding up his arrival.

Inter want a lofty sum to sell Hakan Calhanoglu, but their management is coming to the realization that his departure might be inevitable.

Inter Pick Up the Pieces After Rift, Eye Atalanta Star

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Inter want a lofty sum to sell Hakan Calhanoglu, but their management is coming to the realization that his departure might be inevitable. They are switching their efforts from trying to reel him in to getting as much as possible.

Milan have been focusing on the midfield early but plan to sign another highly-rated striker despite investing in Santiago Gimenez.

Milan Think Big for Their Possible New Center-Forward

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Milan have been focusing on the midfield early but plan to sign another highly-rated striker despite spending €30M for Santiago Gimenez in January. They have several top-notch names on their radar, although they are all difficult targets.

Author: Enrico Passarella