Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Duvan Zapata won’t transfer to Roma after all, as Atalanta turned down the final offer from Roma. The Giallorossi are moving on to different targets.

Roma Seek Fallbacks After Talks with Atalanta Collapse

August 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Duvan Zapata won’t transfer to Roma after all, as Atalanta turned down the final offer from Roma. The Giallorossi are moving on to different targets. The parties were close last week, but El Bilal Touré suffering a major thigh injury changed things. The formal bid from the capital side arrived only Wednesday.

Napoli are set to miss out on Gabri Veiga, not due to problems during the negotiation but because Al-Ahli convinced him to transfer to Saudi Arabia.

Al-Ahli Set to Pip Napoli at the Post for Starlet Veiga

August 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Celta Vigo, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Napoli are poised to miss out on Gabri Veiga, not due to supposed problems during the negotiation but because Al-Ahli convinced him to transfer to Saudi Arabia. The Spanish talent hasn’t put pen to paper just yet, but the deal is well underway. The buyers will activate his €40M release clause.

Juventus continue to be busier trimming their squad rather than adding to it and are fielding offers for their youngsters.

Juventus Undecided About Future of a Few Youngsters

August 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lecce, Monza, Salernitana, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus continue to be busier trimming their squad rather than adding to it and are fielding offers for their youngsters. Considering they won’t play in the cups this season, Massimiliano Allegri wants a slim roster so everybody could get minutes. Newcomer Facundo Gonzalez has officially joined Sampdoria on loan.

Inter might be able to offload Joaquin Correa after all, paving the way for the return of Alexis Sanchez. The Argentine isn’t so keen on departing.

Inter Outcast Correa Beginning to Generate Interest

August 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bournemouth, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Liga, Ligue 1, Lille, Premier League, RB Leipzig, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market One comment

Inter might be able to offload Joaquin Correa after all, paving the way for the return of Alexis Sanchez. The Argentine isn’t so keen on departing but he’s starting to realize that he wouldn’t play much if he stayed. Simone Inzaghi sent him a message during the opener.

Juventus might make some offensive moves behind Dusan Vlahovic and are once again thinking about bringing back Alvaro Morata.

Juventus Still Keen on Morata Should They Make Room

August 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Fulham, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Premier League, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus would pursue a very familiar face, Alvaro Morata, if Moise Kean departed. The Bianconeri have reportedly blocked the Spaniard while they wait for a buyer for their backup. Fulham are after him. The Old Lady would be happy to let him go, but they need a large offer.

RB Leipzig have set their sights on Elijf Elmas, but Napoli don’t want to lose him despite the possible acquisitions of Gabri Veiga.

RB Leipzig Lodge Strong Bid for Gifted Napoli Reserve

August 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, RB Leipzig, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

RB Leipzig have set their sights on Elijf Elmas, but Napoli don’t want to lose him despite the possible acquisitions of Gabri Veiga. The Bundesliga outfit put forth a sizeable bid but was quickly rebuffed. The German side tendered €30M, but the North Macedonian international isn’t for sale.

Alexis Saelemaekers is headed to Bologna, which successfully saw out the negotiation, and Milan wish to part ways with Divock Origi too by Friday.

Betis Come Back into the Picture for Milan Castaway

August 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan axed three players from their squad list for the opener, Alexis Saelemaekers, Fode Ballo-Touré, and Divock Origi. They are no longer part of the technical plans. The Belgian winger is in talks with Betis. The Spanish side reportedly struck a deal on personal terms.

Lazio president Claudio Lotito and coach Maurizio Sarri don’t see eye-to-eye concerning the possible acquisitions of Hugo Lloris and Leonardo Bonucci.

Lotito and Sarri Not on the Same Page on Veteran Duo

August 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Premier League, Salernitana, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Lazio president Claudio Lotito and coach Maurizio Sarri don’t see eye-to-eye concerning the possible acquisitions of Hugo Lloris and Leonardo Bonucci. The coach fully trusts Ivan Provedel and would gladly bring in a different goalie. Instead, the chairman believes signing at least one of the two would add much-needed experience.

After wrapping up the Benjamin Pavard deal, Inter will turn their attention toward signing another man to round out their midfield.

Inter Eye Some Muscular Options to Complete Midfield

August 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market

After wrapping up the Benjamin Pavard deal, Inter will turn their attention toward signing another midfielder. They were on the verge of acquiring Lazar Samardzic, but the deal collapsed over problems with his entourage. The Nerazzurri are considering adding a physical player. They have inquired with RB Salzburg about Lucas Gourna-Douath.

Romelu Lukaku has put pen to paper on his Roma move, returning to Serie A for a third stint after two previous ones at Inter.

Lukaku Tipped to Be Only a Late-Summer Flier for Roma

August 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Romelu Lukaku has been offered to Roma, but his transfer to the Italian capital is not very likely due to the cost of the deal. His lawyer Sebastien Ledure is actively looking for a taker after the talks with Juventus, Inter, and Milan. The Giallorossi could at most arrange a loan.

Atalanta have reopened talks with Verona to sign Isak Hien. La Dea plans to replace Merih Demiral with a quality option in the back.

Atalanta Reprise Negotiating to Purchase Verona Pillar

August 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market

Atalanta have reopened talks with Verona to sign Isak Hien. La Dea plans to replace Merih Demiral with a quality option in the back. They had targeted the Scaligeri star earlier in the summer but could not come to terms with the counterparty. The two sides are mulling a multi-player deal.

Milan gathered intel on several strikers to complete their attack, but their favorite is Hugo Etikité. Coming to terms with PSG won’t be easy

Milan Zeroing In on Etikité to Round Out the Frontline

August 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Porto, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan gathered intel on several strikers to complete their attack, but their favorite is Hugo Etikité. Coming to terms with PSG won’t be easy, but the two clubs are in talks to potentially set up the deal. West Ham are in the lead to capture him, though.

Author: Enrico Passarella