Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Even though Inter and Milan are carrying out separate projects to build new solo stadiums, the one in the San Siro area hasn’t been abandoned yet.

Inter and Milan Seek Definitive Answers on San Siro

September 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Even though Inter and Milan are carrying out separate projects to build new solo stadiums, the one in the San Siro area hasn’t been abandoned yet. The two clubs sent a letter to the Mayor to ask for conclusive responses on the current arena, even using a referendum if need be.

Roma are in a full-fledged crisis following the 1-4 loss to Genoa, but the trust of the management in José Mourinho isn’t wavering at this stage.

Roma Not Entertaining Possibility of Coaching Change

September 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Roma are in a full-fledged crisis following the 1-4 loss to Genoa and their worst start in recent history, but the trust of the management in José Mourinho isn’t wavering at this stage. With the latest dud, the Giallorossi have won just twice in the past 14 away contests.

Juventus might rekindle their interest in Domenico Berardi in January depending on where they are at in the standing and the outcome of the Poga case.

Juventus Could Target Berardi Under Right Circumstances

September 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus might rekindle their interest in Domenico Berardi in January depending on where they are at in the standing and the outcome of the Paul Pogba case. The Bianconeri showed interest in the summer but were reluctant to meet Sassuolo’s lofty price tag.

Yacine Adli got the call to replace Rade Krunic against Cagliari and had a solid performance on both ends in the 3-1 victory.

Milan Youngster Praised Following Breakout Showing

September 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Yacine Adli got the call to replace Rade Krunic against Cagliari and had a solid performance on both ends. Coach Stefano Pioli had been testing him in such a role in practice and didn’t shy away from trusting him when the starter went down.

Leonardo Bonucci is inching closer to his Serie A return, as Roma are advancing in the negotiations to add him from Union Berlin.

Bonucci Confirms Receiving Lazio Offer Last Summer

September 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Union Berlin

Leonardo Bonucci revisited his summer in a presser, stating that Lazio were interested, but he picked Union Berlin instead. He inked a seasonal contract with an option but might retire in June 2024, as he had announced before the whole brouhaha with Juventus.

Saudi Arabia has laid eyes on two key Inter cogs, Henrikh Mkhitaryan and CEO Alessandro Antonello, but the club is optimistic about keeping them both.

Saudi Arabia Reportedly Attempting to Poach Inter Duo

September 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Saudi Arabia has laid eyes on two key Inter cogs, Henrikh Mkhitaryan and CEO Alessandro Antonello, but the club is optimistic about keeping them both. They’ll have to agree to a new contract with the midfielder to do so. His current one expires in 2024.

Juventus center-back Daniele Rugani has been one of the many reasons why the Bianconeri have been able to keep pace atop the Serie A table.

Juventus in Advanced Talks to Renew Defender Contract

September 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Daniele Rugani resurfaced in the Lecce game, logging his first appearance of the season. Massimiliano Allegri decided to give Federico Gatti a day off following his gaffe against Sassuolo. The veteran defender turned in a good shift as the Bianconeri held the spry opponents scoreless.

PSG will face the daunting task of replacing Kylian Mbappé in the summer and have shown interest in two Serie A stars, Victor Osimhen and Marcus Thuram.

Osimhen and His Agent Satisfied with Napoli Apology

September 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Roberto Calenda, the agent of Victor Osimhen, won’t follow up on his threat to sue the club over a pair of questionable TikTok posts. The Partenopei apologized through an official statement on Thursday. That appears to be enough to put a bow on the controversy,

Fiorentina missed out on the opportunity to take advantage of favorable results in the midweek round and dropped the ball against Frosinone

Summer Offensive Overhaul Yet to Pay Off for Fiorentina

September 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Fiorentina missed out on the opportunity to take advantage of favorable results in the midweek round and dropped the ball against Frosinone, being held to a one-all draw. The Viola could have stepped into the top four. Instead, they were overtaken by Atalanta and Fiorentina.

Roma and José Mourinho are off to a terrible start, having collected just five points in the first six Serie A matchdays.

Roma and Mourinho Having a Historically Poor Start

September 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Porto, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Roma and José Mourinho are off to a terrible start, having collected just five points in the first six rounds. Their only win came against Empoli in a 7-0 drubbing. Genoa added to their misery with a commanding 4-1 success on Thursday night. The Special One never commenced this poorly.

Milan continue to make waves at the youth level. After poaching Vincenzo Vergine from Roma, they are putting together the plan to create their U-23 team.

Milan Likely to Be Third Club to Establish Second Team

September 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie C

Milan continue to make waves at the youth level. After poaching seasoned executive Vincenzo Vergine from Roma, they are putting together the plan to create their U-23 team. It would join Juventus and Atalanta in Serie C. The project is well in motion, although it'd create some small technical problems.

Pavard has lauded Lautaro Martinez after the striker’s historic display against Salernitana and hopes his presence will help the Nerazzurri go all the way.

Pavard Expounds on His Inter Transfer, Eyes Trophies

September 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Benjamin Pavard took stock of his first month at Inter, spoke about his preferred role, and more in an interview: "“I spent seven years in Germany and felt it was time for a new challenge. Joining the Nerazzurri was an obvious choice. We share the same ambitions.”

Author: Enrico Passarella