Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

The subjects involved in the affair are keeping things close to the vest, but it is indeed Investcorp that’s trying to take over Inter.

Investcorp Putting Together Proposal to Acquire Inter

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

The subjects involved in the affair are keeping things close to the vest, but it is indeed Investcorp that’s trying to take over Inter. They put forth an offer directly to Rain Group, the bank that received the mandate to seek buyers or investors.

After playing with a fast rhythm in the first few matches, Juventus pumped the brakes against Lecce following the loss to Sassuolo.

Allegri Back to His Roots in Uninspiring Lecce Victory

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

After playing with a fast rhythm in the first few matches, Juventus pumped the brakes against Lecce following the loss to Sassuolo. The Bianconeri won one-nil thanks to a tap-in by Arkadiusz Milik midway through the second half. Massimiliano Allegri isn’t new to tight victories.

Albert Gudmundsson has yet to contribute to a goal following the promotion, but his performances have been remarkable nonetheless.

Roma and Napoli Start Tracking Speedy Genoa Playmaker

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Albert Gudmundsson has yet to contribute to a goal following the promotion, but his performances have been remarkable nonetheless. He has completed the most take-ons, 13 in 21 attempts, out of anybody in the League, including Rafael Leao and Khvicha Kvaratshkelia.

Juventus aren’t satisfied with the performances of their wingbacks, other than Andrea Cambiaso, and are preparing a summer overhaul.

Juventus and Inter Keeping Tabs on Real Madrid Veteran

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Lucas Vazquez is on an expiring contract and might become a concrete target for Inter and especially Juventus. The veteran is mulling a new experience following a long stay in the Spanish capital. The Bianconeri, in particular, are interested in the versatile wing player.

Lazio patron Claudio Lotito took a jab at Roma and did it again after the rivals signed a sponsorship deal with Saudi festival Riyadh Season.

Lotito Indicates His Recipe to Get Out of The Slump

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A

Lazio president Claudio Lotito was mellower in front of the microphones than behind the scenes in taking stock of his club’s early struggles. The patron spoke to Corriere di Roma before the pivotal clash with Torino on Wednesday night: "Only the results do the talking, unfortunately."

Chris Smalling has missed a lot of time due to a lingering tendon injury so far. Roma are growing frustrated with the situation.

Roma Look for Ways to Buck Damaging Trend in Serie A

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

Roma will visit Genoa on Thursday night, hunting for the third consecutive positive result after thumping Empoli and drawing with Torino. The Giallorossi need to buck a dangerous trend on the road to have a shot at climbing the standing. They have won just twice in the past 13 away games.

Oma Akatugba, a close friend of Victor Osimhen, stated that the marksman will look for a way out following the two Tik Tok videos deriding him.

Osimhen Confidant Warns Napoli of Looming Flight Risk

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Oma Akatugba, a close friend and part of the entourage of Victor Osimhen, stated that the marksman will look for a way out following the two Tik Tok videos deriding him: "He won’t renew his contract and will try to leave as soon as possible."

Okafor suffered a thigh strain while playing with Switzerland, forcing Pioli to revise his initial ideas for the upcoming tilt between Milan and Fiorentina.

Milan Set to Unleash Makeshift Lineup Against Cagliari

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Cagliari, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Milan will go back to their usual 4-3-3 formation after a foray into 3-4-3 but will field an experimental lineup in the midweek round against Cagliari. Stefano Pioli is mulling initially resting two of his stars, Rafael Leao and Olivier Giroud. The coach tested a light trident.

The acquisition of Albert Gudmundsson from Genoa hasn’t led to the immediate departure of Nico Gonzalez, who’s being chased by Juventus and Atalanta.

Two English Sides Lodged Large Bids for Fiorentina Star

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brighton, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Nicolas Gonzalez officially signed his Fiorentina extension on Tuesday, pushing the expiry date to 2028 and receiving a pay bump. He’s now among the highest earners at the club with a €2.5M salary plus add-ons. The winger waxed poetics about the club, the city, and the fans in his remarks after the signature.

A new controversy has hit Napoli, as Victor Osimhen has deleted almost all the Napoli references and pictures from his social media pages.

Osimhen Agent Threatens to Sue Napoli over TikTok Posts

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

A new controversy has hit Napoli, as Victor Osimhen has deleted almost all the Napoli references and pictures from his social media pages after the club’s TikTok account posted two videos mocking him for his missed penalty against Bologna. The hierarchy will soon meet with the striker.

Lazio president Claudio Lotito underlined the importance of the upcoming Derby and the rivalry with Roma, poking fun at their crosstown rivals."

Lazio President Sends Squad on Retreat During Crisis

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Claudio Lotito ordered a retreat before Wednesday’s clash with Torino to try turning things around. Lazio are off to their worst start in 20 years, having collected just 4 points in the first five matches. The president attempted to rally the troops with a speech.

After a long negotiation, Serie A clubs have decided to confirm the status quo regarding TV rights, accepting an offer from DAZN and Sky.

De Laurentiis Being Inquired over Financial Misconducts

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Lille, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Rome’s DA office has opened an investigation on Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis with the accusation of accounting fraud. The matter is tied to the acquisition of Victor Osimhen from Lille in 2020. They just received the paperwork from their Neapolitans colleagues. The president's holding company is based there.

Author: Enrico Passarella