Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Lazio have officially onboarded Niccolò Rovella from Juventus but might not stop and have Matteo Guendozi and Mats Wieffer in their crosshairs.

Talks Between Lazio and Juventus Go Back and Forth

August 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market One comment

Juventus and Lazio didn’t finalize their agreement for Luca Pellegrini due to late discrepancies about the final figures and because the Biancocelesti are trying to expand the negotiation to Nicolò Rovella. The Old Lady didn’t shut the door but demanded an adequate fee. The two transfers are intertwined.

Inter are walking away from their pursuit of Folarin Balogun, who has become too expensive, and will focus on different targets.

Inter Tipped to Abandon Chase of Arsenal Talent Balogun

August 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Bologna, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Porto, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter are walking away from their pursuit of Folarin Balogun, who has become too expensive, and will focus on different targets to bolster their attack in the final weeks of the window. The Nerazzurri have had the Arsenal prodigy atop their wish list for a while, but they couldn’t reach an agreement.

Even though coming to terms on a new contract has proven challenging, Aurelio De Laurentiis believes Victor Osimhen isn’t leaving anywhere this summer:

De Laurentiis Speaks on Osimhen, Veiga Gets Closer

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market One comment

Even though coming to terms on a new contract has proven challenging, Aurelio De Laurentiis believes Victor Osimhen isn’t leaving this summer: “He will stay. He has two more years on his deal. Where should he go? Contracts exist and should always be respected by both parties."

Bayern Munich are seeking a goalie due to Manuel Neuer’s precarious health and have Mike Maignan on their radar for the position.

Milan Ace Goalkeeper Lands on Bayern Munich Wish List

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Bayern Munich are seeking a goalie following the departure of Yann Sommer and due to Manuel Neuer’s precarious health and have Mike Maignan on their radar for the position. The veteran might need a few more months to recover from his lower leg injury. Sven Ulreich is currently their only option.

Napoli wouldn’t look far if they sold Victor Osimhen to Al-Hilal, as Jonathan David has long been tapped as the heir apparent of the Nigerian star.

Napoli to Track Familiar Target if Osimhen Departs

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Lille, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Napoli wouldn’t look far if they sold Victor Osimhen to Al-Hilal, as Jonathan David has long been tapped as the heir apparent of the Nigerian star, as it happened at Lille. They have an agreement in principle with him, but that doesn’t necessarily mean their striker is any closer to leaving.

Marko Arnautovic has recovered from his significant thigh injury. The Austrian talisman returned to full training at the start of the week.

Bologna Star Asks to Leave After Inter Weigh Reunion

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter touched base with Bologna to gather info about Marco Arnautovic. The Felsinei wish to keep him, but the striker wants to join a big club, as his brother and agent Daniel made clear: "The club promised that, if we got offers from top teams, they would consider selling him."

Atalanta are after Nicolò Zaniolo but, while it may be easy to agree Galatasaray, other aspects are slowing down the deal, and Fiorentina are lurking.

Zaniolo Receives Offers from Aston Villa and Zenit

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Aston Villa, Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market One comment

Nicolò Zaniolo could be on the move again eight months after joining Galatasaray, as Aston Villa and Zenit are after him. There’s a €35M release clause in his contract. New director Monchi strongly wants the player. He brought him to Roma back in the day.

After striking a deal for the return of Luca Pellegrini, Juventus and Lazio discussed Nicolò Rovella during their recent conversations.

Lazio Show Interest in Juventus and Chelsea Talents

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Leicester, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market One comment

After striking a deal for the return of Luca Pellegrini, Juventus and Lazio discussed Nicolò Rovella during their recent conversations. The Biancocelesti have been focusing on Samuele Ricci for the position. They haven’t been able to bend Torino’s resistance at this stage. The Bianconeri signaled they wanted to keep him.

Milan are likely to hold onto Rade Krunic but might still add to their midfield and gathered intel on Marko Grujic. Fenerbahce offered too little.

Milan Inquire About Valuation of Top Porto Midfielder

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Italian Football, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan are likely to hold onto Rade Krunic but might still add to their midfield and gathered intel on Marko Gruijc. Fenerbahce didn’t come close to their demands concerning the fee. The player was keen on the move but could soon be rewarded with a new contract.

Paul Pogba is headed for some tests after picking up a thigh injury in the Empoli game. He managed to finish it after coming off the bench.

Allegri Updates on Pogba and Dishes on Vlahovic Future

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market One comment

Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri provided an update on Paul Pogba, who’s still sidelined and weighed in on Dusan Vlahovic and Romelu Lukaku following a scrimmage with the Next Gen squad at the Continassa training center Wednesday: "Having the midfielder in 20/30 days would be like a new purchase."

Lazio have come to terms with Juventus to bring back Luca Pellegrini, who headed back to Turin after spending six months in the Italian capital.

Lazio Slated to Reunite with Juventus-Owned Fullback

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Lazio have come to terms with Juventus to bring back Luca Pellegrini, who headed back to Turin after spending six months in the Italian capital. The Biancocelesti turned down a €15M option to buy and will get him back for much more favorable terms.

Juventus will likely be in the hunt for a midfielder in January, considering the Paul Pogba situation, which will be clearer at that point.

Samardzic and Audero Reach Milan to Sign with Inter

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie B, Transfer Market, Udinese

Lazar Samardzic and Emil Audero are about to become new Inter players formally. Both arrived in Milan Wednesday night to take the medicals and put pen to paper. The Udinese prodigy will ink a five-year contract. Instead, the goalie is joining on loan from Sampdoria.

Author: Enrico Passarella