Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Napoli have sealed the deal for Jasper Lindstrom, and the departure of Hirving Lozano, who could be PSV-bound, is getting closer too

Napoli Putting Finishing Touches on Lindstrom Coup

August 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Eintacht Frankfurt, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Napoli have sealed the deal for Jasper Lindstrom, and the departure of Hirving Lozano, who could be PSV-bound, is getting closer too. The Partenopei have convinced Eintracht Frankfurt to sell with a €5M fee for an initial loan and a €20M obligation to buy.

Fiorentina chased after Murillo throughout the summer, but Nottingham Forest are in the lead to acquire him from Corinthians.

Nottingham Forest Surpass Fiorentina for Hyped Defender

August 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Nottingham Forest, Premier League, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

Fiorentina chased after Murillo throughout the summer, but Nottingham Forest are in the lead to acquire him from Corinthians. The negotiation is in very advanced stages and could be finalized in short order. The Tricky Trees lodged a €15M offer, including add-ons, but their director slowed thing down.

Milan are about to be whole defensively for the first time in months, as Fikayo Tomori and Pierre Kalulu have resumed training fully.

Bayern Munich Take an Interest in Milan Defender Kalulu

August 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

As Thomas Tuchel announced, Bayern Munich wish to onboard a quality defender before sending Benjamin Pavard to Inter, and they have laid eyes on the other side of the Navigli, as they are keen on Pierre Kalulu, as they like his versatility. They have two more names on their radar.

Rui Patricio is off to a slow start, and Roma could try to bring in another goalkeeper to challenge him, as Mile Svilar isn't ready yet.

Roma Mull Adding a Goalkeeper to Create Competition

August 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lecce, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market One comment

Rui Patricio is off to a slow start, and Roma could try to bring in another goalkeeper to challenge him. His young backup, Mile Svilar, isn’t considered ready to do that yet. The Giallorossi are mulling some veterans, such as Hugo Lloris and David de Gea.

Juventus won’t respond directly to the latest words by Leonardo Bonucci directly, but they made it known that they disagree with his timetable.

Genoa Make Attempt to Lure Disgraced Juventus Defender

August 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Union Berlin

Despite the advances by Union Berlin, Leonardo Bonucci wants to wait for an Italian landing spot to emerge before accepting a transfer abroad, and Genoa recently joined the list of suitors. The Grifone are helmed by his former Azzurri teammate Alberto Gilardino, who’s trying to convince him.

Inter are optimistic about Pavard but are also seeking fallbacks in case the deal didn’t happen and touched base with Atalanta for Scalvini.

Inter Probe Atalanta Starlet amid Delay in Pavard Talks

August 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market

Inter are cautiously optimistic about onboarding Benjamin Pavard, but they are also seeking fallbacks in case the deal didn’t happen, and they touched base with Atalanta to inquire about Giorgio Scalvini. They lodged the same offer, but La Dea doesn’t want to lose their prodigy so late in the window.

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 Interested but Won’t Make a Splash for Porto Star

August 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Porto, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan got off to a strong start and bagged six goals in their first two matches, but they are working to bring in a new striker and rekindled their interest in Mehdi Taremi. Stefano Pioli is wary of the issues that will arrive once the schedule gets thicker.

Chelsea and Roma are in the final stages of the negotiation to bring Romelu Lukaku to the Italian capital on an initial loan.

Roma and Chelsea Nearing Agreement on Lukaku Loan Deal

August 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Chelsea and Roma are in the final stages of the negotiation to bring Romelu Lukaku to the Italian capital. The two teams have agreed to a €5M fee for the loan, but they continue to haggle on how to split his wages, as he's scheduled to make €11M.

Whether Hirving Lozano stays or not, Napoli are inches away from acquiring Jasper Lindstrom from Eintracht Frankfurt for a hefty sum.

Napoli Close to Snapping Up Eintracht Frankfurt Star

August 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Eintacht Frankfurt, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Whether Hirving Lozano stays or not, Napoli are inches away from adding Jasper Lindstrom from Eintracht Frankfurt. The Mexican winger is in talks to reunite with PSV, although their offer hasn’t been accepted yet, plus his sizeable wages could be an issue in the talks.

Roberto Mancini is the new Saudi Arabia coach, taking over the Greens just two weeks after his abrupt departure from the Azzurri.

Mancini Officially Appointed to Manage Saudi Arabia

August 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Serie A, The Azzurri

Roberto Mancini is the new Saudi Arabia coach, taking over just two weeks after his abrupt departure from the Azzurri. He and the federation made the announcement on social media: "“After making history in Europe, I want to do the same here too.” He'll be among the highest-paid coaches.

Joaquin Correa is taking the medicals ahead of his transfer to Olympique Marseille, while Alexis Sanchez has already signed his new Inter contract.

Inter About to Execute Expected Offensive Handover

August 25, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter are on the verge of formally completing their final offensive moves, as Joaquin Correa is taking the medicals ahead of his transfer to Olympique Marseille, while Alexis Sanchez has already signed his new contract and participated in his first practice. He agreed to a one-year deal.

Weston McKennie started the summer practicing with the outcasts, most of whom have already left Juventus. Then things changed along the way

USMNT Staple Has Turned His Juventus Fortunes Around

August 25, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market One comment

Weston McKennie started the summer practicing with the outcasts, most of whom have already left Juventus. Then things changed along the way, as he struggled to generate interest. Moreover, Paul Pogba and Nicolò Fagioli being hurt throughout the preseason forced Massimiliano Allegri to reintegrate a midfielder.

Author: Enrico Passarella