Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Juventus have overtaken Inter in the race to sign Tiago Djaló, striking an agreement with him as well after finding an understanding with Lille.

Juventus on the Homestretch of the Acquisition of Djaló

January 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Lille, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus have successfully overtaken Inter in the race to sign Tiago Djaló, striking an agreement with him as well after finding an understanding with Lille. He’s expected to come in for the medicals next week. The Bianconeri will spend €3.5M right away.

Roma plan to replace Renato Sanches once they find a solution for him, and they have earmarked Oriol Romeu as a potential new addition.

Roma Show Preliminary Interest in Barcelona Midfielder

January 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma plan to replace Renato Sanches once they find a solution for him, and they have earmarked Oriol Romeu as a potential new addition. He has progressively fallen out of favor this season. The Giallorossi can only sign somebody on loan.

Napoli are on the prowl for an established defender after missing out on Radu Dragusin and inquired about familiar names with Serie A ties.

Napoli Forced to Scramble as Dragusin Picks Tottenham

January 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Bulgaria, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Genoa, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Udinese

Napoli are on the prowl for an established defender after missing out on Radu Dragusin and inquired about familiar names, such as Fiorentina’s Lucas Martinez Quarta and Rennes’ Arthur Theate. The Genoa star has made up his mind and will join Tottenham.

Milan tested the waters for a pair of expensive acquisitions, but Lilian Brassier is the defender who’s the closest to them for the time being.

Brest Linchpin Frontrunner to Replenish Milan Defense

January 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan tested the waters for a pair of expensive acquisitions, but Lilian Brassier is the defender who’s the closest to them for the time being. He’s on the radar of a few French teams, but he’d pick the Rossoneri if given the chance.

Leonardo Bonucci won’t be coming back to Italy but he will indeed transfer in January, as Fenerbahce have come to terms with him and Union Berlin.

Bonucci Headed to Fenerbahce Following Roma Fiasco

January 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri, Transfer Market, Union Berlin

Leonardo Bonucci won’t be coming back to Italy but he will indeed transfer in January, as Fenerbahce have come to terms with him and Union Berlin. The move will be official in a couple of days once the market opens in Turkey.

While discussing the acquisition of Filippo Terracciano, Milan have shown interest in another Verona player, Cyril Ngonge, who might depart too.

Milan, Napoli, and Fiorentina Chasing After Verona Star

January 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Napoli, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market

While discussing the acquisition of Filippo Terracciano, Milan have shown interest in another Verona player, Cyril Ngonge, who might depart as his team needs cash to mend their finances. Fiorentina and Napoli are also after the winger, who's price tag is affordable.

Lazio intend to take the conversations with Felipe Anderson down to the wire despite the June 30th expiration date of his contract.

Lazio Not Open to Early Departure of Felipe Anderson

January 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Lazio intend to take the conversations with Felipe Anderson down to the wire despite the June 30th expiration date of his contract. Juventus are waiting in the wings to snap him up for free while some Saudi clubs have moved to get him in January.

Napoli had set up the arrival of Nehuen Perez from Udinese, but they might now stand pat as a result of a late U-turn about the Argentine and Leo Ostigard.

Napoli Find Some Alternatives to Their Primary Targets

January 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella Borussia Moenchengladbach, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Udinese

Despite a robust attempt, Napoli are on the verge of missing out on Radu Dragusin, and they have identified Nehuen Perez as a possible fallback, while they are tracking Manu Koné to bolster their midfield. Tottenham are in the homestretch of the negotiation.

Juventus and Atletico Madrid have reached an agreement about the loan of Moise Kean. The striker will take the medicals next Monday.

Roma Lay Eyes on Experienced Atletico Madrid Defender

January 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Fulham, Italian Football, La Liga, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma are on the prowl for another defender after onboarding Dean Huijsen and are interested in Caglar Soyuncu. He has been on their radar in the past. Atletico Madrid won the race to sign him on a Bosman move last summer.

Napoli aren’t resigned to losing Piotr Zielinski for nothing and have reportedly lodged a proposal to prolong his expiring contract.

Napoli Produce Last-Ditch Attempt to Retain Zielinski

January 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Napoli aren’t resigned to losing Piotr Zielinski for nothing and have reportedly lodged a proposal to prolong his expiring contract. The numbers are similar to Inter’s offer, but he turned it down. The Partenopei tender €5M wages and a low release clause.

After signing Matteo Gabbia and Pietro Terracciano, Milan might not be done adding to their defense and are keen on Radu Dragusin and Alessandro Buongiorno.

Milan Trying to Use Youngster to Land an Elite Defender

January 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Monza, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Tottenham, Transfer Market

After signing Matteo Gabbia and Pietro Terracciano, Milan might not be done adding to their defense and are keen on two high-profile names, Radu Dragusin and Alessandro Buongiorno. The Rossoneri are attempting to lower their price tags by offering Lorenzo Colombo.

Author: Enrico Passarella