Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Considered one of Brazilian football’s hottest prospects, Leonardo is contracted with Santos until December 2026, and is expected to depart soon.

Santos Starlet Pushing to Complete Transfer to Roma

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma have a big ally in their pursuit of Marcos Leonardo amid a challenging negotiation with Santos, the player himself. He has skipped practice for two days in a row. He wants the club to abide by the promise that he would leave this summer.

Dusan Vlahovic has been healthy and productive after a challenging summer and a subpar season marred by a sports hernia and a summer saga.

Chelsea Back Away from Lukaku-Vlahovic Deal with Juve

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Chelsea have halted the negotiation with Juventus concerning the swap between Romelu Lukaku and Dusan Vlahovic. The Blues have hesitations about onboarding the Serb. Moreover, the Bianconeri demanded a too-large fee in their mind. The Old Lady wanted €40M, or slightly less plus add-ons.

Milan could sign Nicolas Dominguez notwithstanding what happens with Rade Krunic. Fenerbahce’s offer has fallen well short of his price tag so far.

Milan Could Move for Bologna Star Regardless of Krunic

August 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan could sign Nicolas Dominguez notwithstanding what happens with Rade Krunic. Fenerbahce’s offer has fallen well short of his price tag so far. Bologna ask for a sizeable sum even though the contract of the Argentine runs out in 2024. The Felsinei want €15M.

Roma are in the hunt for a new center-back after selling Roger Ibanez to Al-Ahli and have Oumar Solet and Merih Demiral in their early shortlist.

Roma Linked to RB Salzburg and Atalanta Center-Backs

August 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma are in the hunt for a new center-back after selling Roger Ibanez to Al-Ahli and have Oumar Solet and Merih Demiral in their early shortlist to address the hole. The Turk has other offers, but he wishes to join a top team this summer.

Juventus supporters are making their feeling heard about the possible acquisition of Romelu Lukaku. and hanged a derisive banner.

Juventus Fans Poke Fun at Prospective Newcomer Lukaku

August 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus supporters are making their feeling heard about the possible acquisition of Romelu Lukaku. They had previously hung a banner recalling the heated Coppa Italia semifinal: “We don’t forget what happened. You will never be welcome here.” The Curva Sud prepared a second one, mocking what happened in Istanbul.

Charles De Ketelaere is officially a new Atalanta player. The Belgian midfielder completed his awaited move to La Dea with some delay.

Talks Between Atalanta and Milan Outcast Hit a Snag

August 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market One comment

Atalanta came to terms with Milan regarding the terms to bring in Charles De Ketelaere, but the talks with his camp have been more challenging than anticipated. The deal has hit a snag and La Dea could walk away from it if an agreement isn’t reached soon.

Fiorentina will have to wait for a few days to onboard Lucas Beltran, while they sealed the deal for Oliver Christensen and M’Bala Nzola.

Fiorentina Bring In Nzola and Christensen for Medicals

August 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Spezia, Transfer Market

Fiorentina will have to wait for a few days to onboard Lucas Beltran, who starred for River Plate as they were eliminated from the Copa Libertadores, while they sealed the deal for Oliver Christensen and M’Bala Nzola. Both players are in town for the formalities.

Nemanja Matic received an alluring offer from Rennes at the beginning of August, and he hasn’t practiced with Roma since due to a physical problem.

Roma Forced to Weigh Another Signing in the Midfield

August 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Nemanja Matic received an alluring offer from Rennes at the beginning of August, and he hasn’t practiced since officially due to a minor physical problem. The proposal from the French club is richer and longer than his contract with Roma, and he’s leaning toward taking it.

Atalanta continue to be very active and have Wilfried Singo in their crosshairs to tweak their flanks. The Torino star is on his way out.

More Big Moves on the Wings Well Under Way for Atalanta

August 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market, Wolfsburg

Atalanta continue to be very active and have Wilfried Singo in their crosshairs to tweak their flanks. The Torino star is on his way out since he has struggled to agree to a new contract. La Dea and the Granata have arranged a swap involving Brandon Soppy.

Napoli will replenish their midfield with a flash deal, as Jens Cajuste will travel to Italy to take the medicals Tuesday.

Napoli Seal the Deal to Sign Reims Midfielder Cajuste

August 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

After scooping up Natan out of the blue, Napoli will replenish their midfield with another flash deal, as Jens Cajuste will travel to Italy to take the medicals Tuesday after the Partenopei came to terms with Reims. He'll replace Tanguy Ndombélé, but he'll be able to play in multiple roles.

Mehdi Taremi is one of the options to shore up the Inter attack, but they’d have to spend lavishly to purchase him for Porto.

Inter Informed of Sizeable Price Tag of Porto Forward

August 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market, Udinese

Mehdi Taremi is one of the options to shore up the Inter attack, but they’d have to spend lavishly to purchase him for Porto. The Nerazzurri have whittled down their shortlist to three names. The other two are Folarin Balogun and Norberto Beto. They got in touch with Porto Tuesday.

Orlando City are pursuing Luis Muriel, whose contract with Atalanta will run out at the end of the season. Their window ends in April.

Roma Set Up Muriel Acquisition But There Is a Catch

August 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market One comment

Roma have a clear pathway to signing Luis Muriel, but they want to see the Marcos Leonardo negotiation through before moving for the Atalanta veteran since the two have similar traits. Instead, more talks are needed to come to terms concerning Duvan Zapata. Both Colombian strikers signed off on the destination.

Author: Enrico Passarella