Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Juventus will attempt to reduce their payroll by lowering the wages of some of their veterans, and they could find fertile ground with Wojciech Szczesny.

Szczesny Open to Beau Gest Toward Juventus on Contract

September 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus will attempt to reduce their payroll by lowering the wages of some of their veterans, and they could find fertile ground with Wojciech Szczesny. He’s currently under contract until 2025 and makes €7M annually. The goalkeeper is very comfortable in Turin and isn’t enticed by the prospect of transferring.

Even Ndicka joined Roma on a Bosman move early in the summer and took part in every friendly, but he has yet to debut despite the departure of Roger Ibanez.

Roma Primed to Dust Off MIA New Defender Soon Enough

September 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market One comment

Even Ndicka joined Roma on a Bosman move early in the summer and took part in every friendly, but he has yet to debut despite the departure of Roger Ibanez. José Mourinho fielded Gianluca Mancini, Chris Smalling, and Diego Llorente in each of the first three matches.

After the club and the father of Khvicha Kvaratshkelia weighed in on the topic, his agent Mamuka Jugeli, said his piece about the much-discussed extension.

Napoli Ace Agent Brings Renewal Controversy to a Close

September 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

After the club and the father of Khvicha Kvaratshkelia weighed in on the topic, his agent Mamuka Jugeli, the recipient of a recent scorching statement by Napoli, said his piece about the much-discussed extension of the Georgian star: “I’m the only person who can speak about his contract."

Stefano Pioli and Simone Inzaghi aren’t very demanding on the transfer market, but their managements surely take their opinions into serious consideration.

Pioli and Inzaghi Put Their Foot Down on Two Signings

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

Stefano Pioli and Simone Inzaghi aren’t known to be particularly demanding on the transfer market, but their respective managements surely take their opinions into serious consideration. The two coaches made their voices heard about two acquisitions in particular that would help their visions come to fruition.

Adrien Rabiot returned to the Parc de Princes on Thursday for the Euro qualifier against Ireland. He spent a few years at PSG in the past.

Juventus Star Brushes Off PSG Reunion Chatter Again

September 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Adrien Rabiot returned to the Parc de Princes on Thursday for the Euro qualifier against Ireland. He spent a few years at PSG in the past before moving to Italy. He was quizzed about a potential return by L’Equipe but quickly shot it down.

José Mourinho wants some help at Roma and has a legend in mind for the job, Francesco Totti. The icon was an exec at the club under the previous ownership.

Mourinho Considering Totti for Delicate Role at Roma

September 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

José Mourinho wants some help at Roma and has a legend in mind for the job, Francesco Totti. The icon spent some time as an exec at the club under the previous ownership. Despite the chatter at various points, his return to the management never materialized.

Lazio will bid adieu to Felipe Anderson but not to Mattia Zaccagni despite the malcontent voiced by his agent in recent weeks.

Lazio Handling Some Potentially Thorny Extension Talks

September 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Felipe Anderson isn’t the only one waiting for a call from Lazio, as Mattia Zaccagni, Nicolò Casale, and Alessio Romagnoli are also in line for an exception. The Brazilian will be the first to put pen to paper since his expiration date is 2024.

Olivier Giroud was forced to sub off in the 25th minute of Thursday’s Euro qualifiers against Ireland due to a left ankle injury.

Giroud Has Reassuring Words After Ankle Injury Scare

September 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Olivier Giroud was forced to sub off in the 25th minute of Thursday’s Euro qualifiers against Ireland due to a left ankle injury. He got hurt on a tackle by opposing defender John Egan. He tried to walk it off but quickly sat back down on the grass and came out.

Abdelhamid Sabiri has officially left Fiorentina to join Saudi club Al Fayha after just two months. The Viola acquired him from Sampdoria last January.

Clash with Coach Contributed to Fiorentina Starlet Exit

September 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Abdelhamid Sabiri has officially left Fiorentina to join Saudi club Al Fayha after just two months. The Viola acquired him from Sampdoria last January and let him finish the season with the Blucerchiati. The Moroccan international fared well during the friendlies, but his relationship with Italiano quickly turned sour.

Santos general manager Gallo has backed Marcos Leonardo to leave in the next transfer window, after Roma failed to come an agreement over the summer.

Roma Utterly Confident About Purchasing Marcos Leonardo

September 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma might face new competitors for Marcos Leonardo ahead of the January window, but they believe they already have an agreement with Santos in the bag. They came within a hair’s width from snapping up the talent in the summer. However, the deal collapsed over circumstances beyond their control.

Dusan Vlahovic has been healthy and productive after a challenging summer and a subpar season marred by a sports hernia and a summer saga.

Missed Vlahovic Sale Jammed Juventus Summer Window

September 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus experienced a quiet summer in terms of purchases, and the main reason for their inactivity was the fact that they didn’t sell Dusan Vlahovic. The offers were deemed insufficient, so the Serb stayed put. The Bianconeri belived they could have sold him for €120/140M.

The Inter plans to have a quiet January are likely to go pear-shaped, as Juan Cuadrado is seriously considering having Achilles surgery.

Inter Newcomer Snubbed Saudi Arabia Sirens to Join

September 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter disregarded past accidents during his time at Juventus to onboard Juan Cuadrado on a free move this summer. The Colombian took his time before picking his new team and fielded numerous offers. In the end, he took the most prestigious one, but not the richest.

Author: Enrico Passarella