Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Dusan Vlahovic is confident that the goals will come despite a slow start and that the arrival of Thiago Motta will end up being beneficial for him.

Vlahovic Confident About Turnaround and Fit Under Motta

September 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Dusan Vlahovic is confident that the goals will come despite a slow start and that the arrival of Thiago Motta will end up being beneficial for him: “I’m comfortable under the new coach. His style suits me more."

Juventus and Inter are patiently waiting to see what will happen with the new FIFA Club World Cup. It has been under fire right away.

Serie A Giants Caught in FIFA Club World Cup Confusion

September 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella FIFA Club World Cup, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A 2 comments

Juventus and Inter are patiently waiting to see what will happen with the new FIFA Club World Cup. It has come under fire right away considering the opposition of the players and coaches due to the extra busy schedule.

The recent tactical adjustment probably won’t deter Milan from making a move in the midfield in January due to Bennacer's injury.

Milan Probing a Few Options to Reinforce Their Midfield

September 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, La Liga, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Torino, Transfer Market Leave a comment

The recent tactical adjustment probably won’t deter Milan from making a move in the midfield in January. They had been plotting it since Ismael Bennacer picked up a serious calf injury. He got surgery in Finland and will be sidelined for four months.

Former Milan and Fiorentina legend and current Benfica president Rui Costa has revisited the sale of David Neres to Napoli.

Benfica Head Motivates David Neres Sale to Napoli

September 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella Benfica, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Former Milan and Fiorentina legend and current Benfica president Rui Costa has revisited the sale of Davide Neres to Napoli. The Partenopei paid €28M for the speedster, who cracked Serie A’s record books thanks to three consecutive assists.

Danilo has been put aside by Thiago Motta so far, and the possibility of a January departure is gaining steam. He's under contract with Juventus until 2025.

Juventus Underutilized Veteran Considers January Exit

September 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Danilo has been put aside by Thiago Motta so far, and the possibility of a January departure is gaining steam. He is under contract with the Old Lady until 2025 but with an automatic option. It would be triggered if he starred in half of the matches.

The discussions between Milan and the entourage of Mike Maignan are continuing positively. The handshake seems very close.

Milan Moving Closer to Striking a Deal with Maignan

September 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

The discussions between Milan and the entourage of Mike Maignan are continuing positively. The handshake seems very close. The Rossoneri had filed the matter away during the summer to tend to the transfer but had encouraging inklings.

Manchester City have lost Rodri for quite some time due to a knee injury and could seek a replacement in January. They are eyeing Barella and Ederson.

Serie A Duo on Manchester City Radar After Big Injury

September 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, La Liga, Manchester City, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Manchester City have lost Rodri for quite some time due to a knee injury and could seek a replacement in January. Nicolò Barella and Ederson are on the early shortlist to address the position. The star midfielder tore a ligament in his knee.

The retirement of Wojciech Szczesny was short-lived, as he has given in to the courtship by Barcelona. It should be formalized on Monday.

Szczesny to Make a Complete 180 and Sign with Barcelona

September 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

The retirement of Wojciech Szczesny was short-lived, as he has given in to the courtship by Barcelona. He’ll take the medicals and put pen to paper in short order. The announcement should arrive on Monday. Juventus will save a few million.

Galatasaray are confident that Victor Osimhen will stay put past the next window, while the buzz about his transfer to Juventus in 2025 is intensifying.

Osimhen Unlikely to Move in January, Juventus Loom

September 25, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Galatasaray are confident that Victor Osimhen will stay put past the winter window, while the buzz about his potential transfer to Juventus in 2025 is intensifying. His release clause will remain €130M in the next transfer market session.

Oumar Solet has been linked with a Serie A move more than a few times in previous windows, and he has found a perch at Udinese.

Udinese Set to Onboard Former Inter and Roma Target

September 25, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market, Udinese Leave a comment

Oumar Solet has been linked with a Serie A move more than a few times in previous windows, and he has found a perch at Udinese. The defender had been attached to Inter and especially Roma when José Mourinho was at the helm.

The Friedkin family has big plans for Everton and is pursuing Maurizio Sarri to replace Sean Dyche. The Toffees are currently at the bottom of the table.

Roma Owners Tipped to Try to Bring Sarri to Everton

September 25, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, everton, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

The Friedkin family has big plans for Everton and is pursuing Maurizio Sarri to replace Sean Dyche. The Toffees are currently at the bottom of the table having collected just one point in five rounds like Southampton and Wolverhampton.

While Juventus have had trouble scoring in the early going, they have enjoyed impressive defensive stability so far. They have yet to concede.

Juventus Relying on Stellar Defensive Phase So Far

September 25, 2024 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

While Juventus have had trouble scoring in the early going, they have enjoyed impressive defensive stability so far. They have yet to concede after five Serie A rounds. It’s a unique achievement in the top five leagues.

Author: Enrico Passarella