Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Renato Sanches and Leandro Paredes have completed their moves to Roma. The Portuguese midfielder arrives in the Italian capital with a one-year delay.

Mourinho Concludes Multi-Year Chase of Renato Sanches

August 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Renato Sanches and Leandro Paredes have officially completed their moves to Roma. The Portuguese midfielder arrives in the Italian capital with a one-year delay. The Giallorossi strongly wanted them last summer, but PSG outbid them. In reality, José Mourinho has been keeping tabs on him for a lot longer

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.

Serie A PA Slams Juventus for How They Treated Bonucci

August 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

The player’s association sides with Leonardo Bonucci in the dispute with Juventus, which excluded him from their technical plans at the beginning of the summer. Their president Umberto Calcagno dished on the topic: “His situation is a paradox. He has been de facto frozen out."

Inter officialized both the departure of Union Berlin-bound Robin Gosens and the acquisition of Carlos Augusto from Monza Tuesday night.

The Financial Details of Inter Switch on the Left Flank

August 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Monza, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Union Berlin

Inter officialized both the departure of Robin Gosens and the acquisition of Carlos Augusto Tuesday night. The German international joined Union Berlin on a permanent deal. Instead, the former Monza star transferred on loan with an obligation to buy. The ex-Atalanta star switched teams for a €15M fee.

Atalanta are closing in on Emil Holm to bolster their right flank. They missed out on Wilfried Singo, who officially joined Monaco.

Atalanta Try to Bounce Back After Missing Out on Singo

August 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Monaco, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Spezia, Transfer Market

Atalanta won’t sign Wilfried Singo but are trying to snap up Emil Holm. La Dea attempted to orchestrate a swap with Brandon Soppy with Torino. The youngster rejected, and Monaco came into the picture and quickly came to terms. The wingback will transfer to Ligue 1 for a €10M fee.

Milan are in the hunt for a young defender and set sights on two prospects, Atletico Platense’s Marco Pellegrino and PAOK’s Konstantinos Koulierakis.

Milan Earmark Platense and PAOK Budding Defenders

August 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan are in the hunt for a young defender and set sights on two prospects, Atletico Platense’s Marco Pellegrino and PAOK’s Konstantinos Koulierakis. The management is keen on investing in a prodigy with significant potential. The Greek starlet is the preferred option but is more pricey.

Joshua Zirkzee and Teun Koopmeiners top the wish lists of Milan and Juventus at their positions. The two players wouldn’t mind continuing in Italy.

Napoli Keep Chasing After Atalanta Ace Koopmeiners

August 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Celta Vigo, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Despite being in advanced talks to sign Gabri Veiga from Celta Vigo, Napoli haven’t forgotten about Teun Koopmeiners. They continue to stay in touch with Atalanta, which are putting up strong resistance. On the other hand, the midfielder is keen on the transfer because he wants to play in the Champions League.

Inter announced the acquisition of Carlos Augusto, while Marko Arnautovic will formally join Wednesday if all goes to plan.

Arnautovic Arrives in Milan to Complete Inter Move

August 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Bologna, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter announced the acquisition of Carlos Augusto, while Marko Arnautovic will formally join Wednesday if all goes to plan. The Nerazzurri will spend a pretty penny considering his age. They’ll shell out €8M plus €2M add-ons. The marksman reached Milan Tuesday evening.

Despite significant problems during the negotiation, Roma haven’t given up the chase for Marcos Leonardo. Rafaela Pimenta is helping them out.

Roma Seek Breakthrough in Attempt for Brazilian Prodigy

August 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Santos, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market One comment

Despite significant problems during the negotiation, Roma haven’t given up the chase for Marcos Leonardo. Rafaela Pimenta is helping them out. She has flown to Brazil for direct talks with Santos. The Giallorossi are unlikely to keep pursuing the starlet past this week and will table a final offer.

Milan have laid eyes on Armando Broja and Hugo Ekitiké to add more variety to their frontline, but neither is easy to sign.

Milan Face Obstacles for Their New Offensive Targets

August 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Ligue 1, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have laid eyes on Armando Broja and Hugo Ekitiké to add more variety to their frontline, but neither is easy to sign. Chelsea and PSG don’t want their youngsters to depart with the formula the Rossoneri are pursuing, a loan with an option to buy.

Niccolò Zaniolo is headed to the Premier League, more precisely at Aston Villa, which defeated Zenit in the race to capture him from Galatasaray.

Zaniolo Set to Leave Galatasaray to Join Aston Villa

August 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Aston Villa, Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Niccolò Zaniolo is headed to the Premier League, more precisely at Aston Villa, which defeated Zenit in the race to capture him from Galatasaray. He departs Turkey after just seven months. The Cimbom acquired him for €15M from Roma in February. The attacker will take the medicals Wednesday.

After completing the Jesper Lindstrom deal, Napoli are unlikely to add new players in the two final days of the 2023 summer transfer market window.

De Laurentiis Wants FIGC to Pay Up to Hire Spalletti

August 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, The Azzurri

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis is facing pressure concerning the clause that binds Luciano Spalletti but has no intention to budge. He penned a letter addressing the topic: "It’s a matter of principles tied not only to Napoli but the whole Italian football that has to step out its amateurish attitude."

Roma took advantage of the talks with PSG for Leandro Paredes to reignite the negotiation for Renato Sanches and sealed the deal in both instances.

PSG Duo Lands in Italy to Finalize Transfers to Roma

August 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma took advantage of the talks with PSG for Leandro Paredes to reignite the negotiation for Renato Sanches and sealed the deal in both instances. The two midfielders have reached the Italian capital to complete their moves. The Giallorossi had to scramble for a replacement once Nemanja Matic asked out.

Author: Enrico Passarella