Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Napoli are keeping tabs on a few options to round out their midfield, in particular Boubakary Soumaré, but they are more likely to stay as is.

Napoli Likely Standing Pat Despite Lingering Links

September 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Leicester, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Napoli are keeping tabs on a few options to round out their midfield, in particular Boubakary Soumaré, but they are more likely to stay as is rather than to make an addition despite a pair of potential late exits. Sevilla, the Azzurri, and Torino have been chasing after him.

Roma and Atalanta avoided some of the big dogs in the UEFA Europa League draw. The former will tangle with Slavia Prague, Sheriff Tiraspol, and Servette.

UEFA Europa League Draw Results for Roma and Atalanta

September 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brighton, Europa League, European Conference League, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

Roma and Atalanta avoided some of the big dogs in the UEFA Europa League draw. La Dea will tangle with Sporting CP, Sturm Graz, and Rakow. Instead, the Giallorossi will square off versus Slavia Prague, Sheriff Tiraspol, and Servette. A tougher task awaits former Sassuolo coach Roberto De Zerbi.

Inter have found their midfielder, as they have sealed the deal to onboard Davy Klaassen, who emerged as the top candidate for the job on Friday.

Inter Signing Klaassen from Ajax to Complete Midfield

September 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter have found their midfielder, as they have sealed the deal to onboard Davy Klaassen, who emerged as the top candidate for the job on Friday. He’ll join on a permanent deal, but they won’t pay a fee, as Ajax will release him. He had a year on his contract.

Leonardo Bonucci has completed his move to Union Berlin. The defender, who had been frozen out at the beginning of the summer,

Bonucci Dishes on Now Official Transfer to Union Berlin

September 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Union Berlin

Leonardo Bonucci has completed his move to Union Berlin. The defender, who had been frozen out at the beginning of the summer, eventually elected to join the Bundesliga outfit rather than wait for the Italian suitors until the last moment: "“I’m focused on this great opportunity."

Milan are currently focusing on Patson Daka and Antonio Sanabria in their wide-ranging search for a new reliable center-forward.

Milan in Talks for Leicester City and Torino Strikers

September 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market

Milan are currently focusing on Patson Daka and Antonio Sanabria in their wide-ranging search for a new striker. While they have one open slot, the fact that the former is an extra-EU player risks complicating the proceedings due to the increased bureaucracy that comes with that.

Sofyan Amrabat will be one of the protagonists on deadline day, as Fiorentina are looking to sell him but are holding firm on their demands.

Fulham Threaten Manchester United for Fiorentina Ace

September 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fulham, Italian Football, Manchester United, Nottingham Forest, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Sofyan Amrabat will be one of the protagonists on deadline day, as Fiorentina are looking to sell him but are holding firm on their demands. The Moroccan star has long been rumored to join Manchester United, but other Premier League sides are chasing after him with more vigor.

Inter are looking to add one extra midfielder on deadline day, and the candidate with the most steam is currently Davy Klaassen.

Inter Said to Be Interested in Veteran Ajax Midfielder

September 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Inter are looking to add one extra midfielder on deadline day, and the candidate with the most steam is currently Davy Klaassen. The Nerazzurri are particularly enticed by his versatility and physicality. He’s keen on an experience in Serie A after playing at Everton, Werder Bremer, and Ajax,

Since Marko Arnautovic hasn’t panned out so far and has missed most games due to injury, Inter have been linked. with a January attempt for Mehdi Taremi.

Milan Seek Alternatives after Taremi Talks Collapse

September 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella AZ Alkmaar, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Leicester, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Sevilla, Transfer Market

Milan won’t sign Mehdi Taremi but fully plan to find a new striker on deadline day. The Rossoneri made strides in the talks with Porto. Though, the deal fell through over issues on personal terms. The striker reportedly changed his intermediary midway through the negotiation, revising the conditions.

Fiorentina might sell Lucas Martinez Quarta and substitute for him with Arthur Theate on deadline day, but both deals need a nudge to come together.

Fiorentina Shortlist Theate to Bolster Their Defense

August 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, La Liga, Ligue 1, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina might sell Lucas Martinez Quarta and substitute for him with Arthur Theate on deadline day, but both deals need a nudge to come together. Real Betis are chasing after the Argentine, but their offer has been deemed inadequate. The Spanish side proposed an initial loan.

Roma are likely to part ways with Ola Solbakken following their offensive additions, and Sassuolo and Olympiakos are engaged in a transfer duel.

Sassuolo and Olympiakos Tussling to Sign Roma Attacker

August 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma are likely to part ways with Ola Solbakken following their offensive additions, and Sassuolo and Olympiakos are engaged in a transfer duel to secure his services. The Giallorossi are leaving the choice up to the player.

Leonardo Bonucci made up his mind about his next home after Juventus kicked him to the curb, as he’ll join the team that pursued him the most, Union Berlin.

Bonucci Accepts Union Berlin Move After Juventus Saga

August 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market, Union Berlin

Leonardo Bonucci has made up his mind about his next home after Juventus kicked him to the curb, as he’ll join the team that pursued him with the most conviction, Union Berlin. They made their proposals about two weeks ago. The defender waited for an Italian landing spot to materialize in a serious fashion.

Luis Alberto has put to rest the uncertainty about the future by penning a renewal till 2027 and has progressively won over Maurizio Sarri.

Lazio Ready to Announce Top Star Contract Extension

August 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

After leaving his club hanging for about a month, Luis Alberto has signed a contract extension that will tie him down until 2028. The parties reached an agreement in principle a while back. The Spaniard held out briefly at the beginning of the preseason preparation to protest, but he was reeled in.

Author: Enrico Passarella