Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Inter director Piero Ausilio replied to some questions about local players while attending an event organized by the Albanian Football Federation.

Inter Director Denies Any Interest in Chelsea Striker

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter director Piero Ausilio replied to some questions about local players while attending an event organized by the Albanian Football Federation. He dismissed any potential link to Armando Broja: "We’re happy with our current strikers. I know him, and I’m aware he’s recovering from a serious injury."

Juventus are celebrating the centenary of the Agnelli family’s takeover, and Massimiliano Allegri is firmly at the helm considering the good start.

Juventus Boss Allegri Might Decide to Go Out on Top

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Juventus are celebrating the centenary of the Agnelli family’s takeover, and Massimiliano Allegri is firmly at the helm considering the good start. The coach was subjected to some buzz at the end of the previous season given their front-office shake-up, but he was convincingly confirmed.

Rudi Garcia is on very shaky ground given the recent Napoli results, and a clause in his contract doesn’t work in his favor.

Napoli Protected Themselves in Case of Early Firing

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Rudi Garcia is on very shaky ground given the recent Napoli results, and a clause in his contract doesn’t work in his favor. The coach will likely live to fight another day, as Aurelio De Laurentiis hasn’t opened talks with other gaffers, but the trust in him is very feeble.

Dusan Vlahovic and Federico Chiesa sat out the Derby and will look to utilize the break to heal up and be present for the pivotal clash with Milan.

Juventus Duo Look to Recover During International Break

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri

Dusan Vlahovic and Federico Chiesa sat out the Derby della Mole with minor injuries, and they’ll look to utilize the break to heal up and be present for the pivotal clash with Milan on October 22nd. The Serb withdrew from international duties while his teammate will consult with the Italy doctors.

Aurelio De Laurentiis commented on the recent events at Napoli and the future of Rudi Garcia ahead of the resumption of Serie A.

De Laurentiis Comments on Garcia and Coaching Search

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis spoke candidly about what’s happening at the club during an event: "“It’s a difficult moment with Rudi Garcia at the helm. The coach and the sporting director are at my service. I’ll make the most opportune choices when the times will be right."

Milan, Turin and Rome are expected to fill three of the five slots for Euro 2032, but it will a while for the other cities' projects to take shape.

Italy and Turkey Officialized as Joint Euro 2032 Hosts

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Euro 2032, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri, UEFA

As widely expected, UEFA announced that Italy and Turkey will host Euro 2032 together, marking the return of a major event to the Peninsula since the 1990 World Cup. Federal president Gabriele Gravina rejoiced: “It’s a historic event for us. We had been chasing it. Forty-two years is the right time."

José Mourinho and Roma might be in limbo until the end of the season, but the coach might not wait that long before pursuing a different landing spot.

Mourinho Shows His Love for Roma Fans, Mum on Future

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

José Mourinho revisited his choice to accept the Roma job three years ago but didn’t commit to staying at the helm long-term: “I don’t know. I promised the players I would stay put before the final in Budapest and the supporters after the Spezia tilt, and that’s what I did.”

Serie A announced that the next edition of the Supercoppa Italian will be postponed from its original dates following a request from Saudi Arabia.

Napoli and Fiorentina Menace Boycotting Supercoppa

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Saudi Arabia, Serie A, Supercoppa

Serie A announced that the next edition of the Supercoppa Italian will be postponed from its original dates following a request from Saudi Arabia. It’ll take place from January 21st to 25th, affecting two matchdays. Napoli and Fiorentina threaten to boycott it because of the busy schedule.

Roma will be without two centerpieces, Lorenzo Pellegrini and Paulo Dybala, for about a month due to a thigh and knee injuries respectively.

Roma Study Possible Solutions to Replace Injured Pair

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Roma will be without two centerpieces, Lorenzo Pellegrini and Paulo Dybala, for about a month. The midfielder suffered a flexor strain in his right thigh that’s more severe than the previous issues that occasionally hampered him. Instead, La Joya is nursing an MCL sprain.

Juventus owner John Elkann endorsed Massimiliano Allegri after unveiling a new cabinet trophy at the club’s museum: "It's an important moment."

Juventus Patron Elkann Backs Allegri to Be Successful

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Juventus owner John Elkann endorsed Massimiliano Allegri after unveiling a new cabinet trophy at the club’s museum: “It’s an important moment, as this room showcases the past, the present, and the future. The coach contributed to filling it, and we trust him to continue doing so."

Carlos Augusto has been called up by Brazil for the first time in his career, benefitting from some absences. Italy reportedly courted the wingback.

Inter Newcomer Called Up By Brazil After Italy Interest

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brazil, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri

Carlos Augusto has been selected by Brazil for the first time in his career, benefitting from some absences. Italy reportedly courted the wingback, who possesses a double passport, but he always preferred the Seleçao: “I’ve been dreaming of this since I was a kid."

Rudi Garcia is preparing for the Verona game with the burdensome presence of Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis at the training center.

Napoli to Give Garcia Final Chances to Save His Job