Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

A few people at Inter, including coach Simone Inzaghi, would like to keep Marko Arnautovic since he’s a locker-room leader and well-liked by everybody.

Inter Management Evaluating Foursome to Inform Plans

December 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter will use the December matches to judge four players and decide whether they could count on them or if they should instead move on. They are set to get some opportunities in the next Champions League game, as they are already qualified, and in the Coppa Italia fixture versus Bologna.

Charles De Ketelaere is primed for his first meeting with Milan, as the Rossoneri will take on Atalanta in Bergamo on Saturday.

De Ketelaere Slated for First Rendezvous with Milan

December 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Charles De Ketelaere is primed for his first meeting with Milan, as the Rossoneri will take on Atalanta on Saturday. The Belgian got off to a fast start but tailed off afterward because of the competition and a pair of injuries. La Dea is hoping his displays and production improve.

Lazio are plotting to add a new winger in January, as the production of their present ones has been lacking until this point.

Lazio Shortlisting Wingers for the Upcoming Window

December 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, MLS, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Toronto FC, Transfer Market

Lazio are plotting to add a new winger in January, as the production of their present ones has been lacking until this point. Moreover, most of them are in treacherous contractual situations. Pedro and Felipe Anderson are tied to them only until the end of the campaign, while Mattia Zaccagni till 2025.

The Juventus management held a meeting on Thursday to talk strategy ahead of January, with Teun Koopmeiners emergins as a pricey target.

Juventus Linked with Improbable Attempt for Koopmeiners

December 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

The Juventus management held a meeting on Thursday to talk strategy ahead of January, where they’ll look for a midfielder and decided to opt for either a six-month loan spell or a proper investment if they managed to sell some youngsters, with Teun Koopmeiners being a priority target in the second case.

Napoli are in the market for a new fullback, and they have started to revisit two familiar names, Pasquale Mazzocchi and Marco Davide Faraoni.

Napoli Lay Eyes on Salernitana and Verona Veterans

December 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Napoli, Salernitana, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Napoli are in the market for a new fullback, and they have started to revisit two familiar names, Pasquale Mazzocchi and Marco Davide Faraoni. The latter almost joined them last summer, but Rudi Garcia decided to keep Alessandro Zanoli in the squad to deputize Giovanni Di Lorenzo.

Milan have put Rade Krunic on the market considering his demotion and a challenging negotiation to extend his contract. Fenerbahce are keen.

Milan Might Not Substitute for Krunic If He Departed

December 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan have put Rade Krunic on the market considering his demotion and a challenging negotiation to extend his contract. After trying in the summer, Fenerbahce continue to pursue him. The Rossoneri could indeed sign off on his departure if their offer was worthy.

Oumar Solet has often been linked to Roma and openly discussed his intention to jump to a bigger team soon in an interview.

RB Salzburg Defender Welcomes Chatter About Roma Move

December 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Oumar Solet has often been linked to Rom and openly discussed his intention to jump to a bigger team: “I need to take an extra step to grow as a player. Considering my qualities and ambitions, I think it’s the right time to transfer to one of the best leagues."

Paul Pogba has been banned for four years for doping. His line of defense didn’t hold up in court. The request by the prosecutor was fully accepted.

Pogba Prepares Defense After Massive Penalty Request

December 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

The Italian anti-doping prosecutor has asked to ban Paul Pogba for four years, which is the standard since the player decided not to plea bargain and defend himself in court. His lawyers will look to obtain a substantially lower punishment by arguing he acted in good faith.

Frosinone have shut the door on an early return of Matias Soulé, Enzo Barrenechea, and Kaio Jorge at Juventus through the words of their director.

Juventus Loanees Not Leaving Frosinone in January

December 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Frosinone, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Frosinone have shut the door on an early return of Matias Soulé, Enzo Barrenechea, and Kaio Jorge at Juventus. The Bianconeri have been tipped to try bringing the Argentine back early or perhaps sell him outright to raise cash, as he’s drawing interest abroad.

Milan were close to Serhou Guirassy in January, but they didn’t convince him to join. He’s more likely to head elsewhere in the summer.

Milan Exec Visits Germany to Speak with Guirassy Camp

December 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Lille, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market One comment

Milan want new pieces on both ends, and their director Geoffrey Moncada recently traveled to Germany to talk with the entourage of Serhou Guirassy. He’s one of their options to bolster their attack, which has been in trouble without Olivier Giroud. Luka Jovic is coming off his first convincing showing.

Juventus and Napoli will collide on Friday in the first match of Round 15, and the competition between the two rivals will expand beyond the pitch afterward

Juventus Looking to Keep Raiding Napoli in the Future

December 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Udinese

Juventus and Napoli will collide on Friday in the first match of Round 15, and the competition between the two rivals will expand beyond the pitch afterward. The Bianconeri successfully lured Cristiano Giuntoli last summer, and they don’t want to stop there, poaching more execs and players.

Lautaro Martinez has corroborated the rumors about his incoming extension in an exclusive: "We're very close to the signature."

Lautaro Martinez Confirms Inter Renewal Is Very Close

December 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Lautaro Martinez has corroborated the rumors about his incoming extension: I’m serene, I feel good here and the same goes for my family. We’re almost ready, and only a couple of details are missing at this point. I’m eager to renew my contract. I hope it happens tomorrow."

Author: Enrico Passarella