Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Gift Orban is turning heads across Europe with his strong shows, and Milan are taking notice. Gent signed him for cheap from Stabaek last summer.

Milan Keen on Budding Striker Going Strong in Belgium

October 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Gift Orban is turning heads across Europe with his excellent showings, and Milan are taking notice. Gent signed him for pretty cheap from Stabaek last summer and will easily turn a profit on him. The Rossoneri plan to re-up with Olivier Giroud but want to sign another pure no.9 as well.

FIGC, the Italian Football Association, officialized the suspension of Sandro Tonali on Thursday. However, it’s not valid in England right away.

Tonali Expected to Confess and Help the Gambling Probe

October 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Aston Villa, Italian Football, Italy, Newcastle United, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri

Sandro Tonali is poised to start collaborating and admit his wrongdoings in the gambling case spreading across Italian football. The midfielder initially acknowledged using the illegal platforms for poker and blackjack but will confess to betting on football too. Self-reporting and plea bargaining would reduce the suspension.

Some Napoli scouts attended the recent Euro qualifier between Turkey and Latvia to watch Ferdi Kadioglu, whom the Partenopei already tracked last summer.

Napoli Send Scouts to Turkey for Fenerbahce Defender

October 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Some Napoli scouts attended the recent Euro qualifier between Turkey and Latvia to watch Ferdi Kadioglu, whom the Partenopei already tracked last summer. However, their chase didn’t have much legs. They remain keen ahead of a possible summer pursuit, The 24-year-old fullback is under contract with Fenerbahce until 2026.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic revisited his career and touched on his future in a wide-ranging interview during the ‘Festival dello Sport’ in Trento.

Ibrahimovic Talks Lukaku, Milan Scudetto, and Future

October 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Zlatan Ibrahimovic revisited his career and touched on his future in a wide-ranging interview during the ‘Festival dello Sport’ in Trento. He addressed his clash with Romelu Lukaku: “I’m sorry we didn’t meet again afterward. I know him, and we played together for a year. He wasn’t like that."

Matteo Ruggeri has fended off the competition and has provided brilliant performances on the left flank for Atalanta, drawing the attention of Milan.

Milan Tried to Purchase Atalanta Revelation Ruggeri

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Matteo Ruggeri has fended off the competition and has provided brilliant performances on the left flank for Atalanta, drawing the attention of Milan, which already wanted him last summer to deputize Theo Hernandez. the Rossoneri offered €8M between the fee for the loan and the option to buy.

Inter went after Bento during their goalkeeping search last summer before giving up the chase because the talks had gotten too complicated.

Inter Maintain Interest in Athletico Paranaense Goalie

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brazil, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter went after Bento during their goalkeeping search last summer before giving up the chase because the talks had gotten too complicated. They remain interested in the Brazilian specialist, who might be their choice for the future at the position, although Athletico Paranaense are tough bargainers.

Juventus emissaries were spotted in Rigas to watch the game between Latvia and Armenia to monitor highly-rated no.10 Eduard Spertsyan.

Juventus Took a Close Look at Touted Armenian Forward

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus are attentively keeping tabs on a few young talents, and their emissaries were spotted in Rigas to watch the game between Latvia and Armenia to monitor Eduard Spertsyan. He’s high on their list should they make an addition in his role. He can play as a no.10 and on either flank.

Luciano Spalletti has named the provisional 30-man Italy squad for the Euro 2024. Barring injuries, four players will be cut down later on.

Spalletti Tackles Gambling Controversy and Exclusions

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Serie A, The Azzurri

Luciano Spalletti addressed the unusual last few days at the Coverciano training center following the Nicolò Zaniolo and Sandro Tonali cases: “It was a tough night. There’s always angst when you need to obtain results. It was different, and there’s a lot of bitterness for what happened."

Roma are considering adding a defender given the various injuries at the position, and have been offered Jerome Boateng, who’s a free agent.

Roma Have Been Proposed Former Bayern Munich Defender

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma are considering adding a defender given the various injuries at the position, and have been offered Jerome Boateng, who’s a free agent. He didn’t sign with Bayern Munich despite a recent try-out. The veteran is asking for a one-year contract with an option. He too has had recurring physical issues, though.

Juventus will need to add to their midfield in January and are mulling bringing back Federico Bernardeschi, who joined Toronto FC in 2022.

Juventus Mull Reunion with Toronto FC Star Bernardeschi

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, MLS, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus will need to add to their midfield in January and are mulling bringing back Federico Bernardeschi, who left them on a free to join Toronto FC in 2022. The player is keen on returning as he’s not on great terms with his side and the fans.

Luciano Spalletti has called up Stephan El Shaarawy to replace Nicolò Zaniolo, who left Coverciano along with Sandro Tonali.

Roma Attacker Makes His Italy Return After Two Years

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino

Luciano Spalletti has called up Stephan El Shaarawy to replace Nicolò Zaniolo, who left Coverciano along with Sandro Tonali after being questioned by the police about illegal gambling. The midfielder hasn’t been replaced yet. The Roma forward makes his Azzurri return after two years.

Inter director Marotta has praised Inzaghi for his management and coaching tactics, as the Nerazzurri continue their fantastic start to the new season.

Marotta Hoping for Quick Agreement on Lautaro Renewal

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter CEO Giuseppe Marotta affirmed their desire to come to terms with Lautaro Martinez and heaped praise on him: “We strongly intend to invest in him since he’s the present and future of Inter. We’ll do everything in our power to reach a positive resolution while respecting the other players."

Author: Enrico Passarella