Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Alejo Veliz has been linked to Roma and especially Milan in recent days, but Tottenham are on the verge of purchasing from Rosario Central.

Tottenham Set to Snap Up Starlet Eyed by Milan and Roma

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market One comment

Alejo Veliz has been linked to Roma and especially Milan in recent days, but Tottenham are on the verge of purchasing from Rosario Central. The Spurs plot to sign him this summer but bring him over in January, letting him play for six more months in Argentina.

Milan won’t stop at Yunus Musah in the midfield, especially with Rade Krunic on Fenerbahçe’s radar. The arrival of the USMNT prodigy has been delayed.

Milan Exploring More Options to Bolster the Midfield

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan won’t stop at Yunus Musah in the midfield, especially with Rade Krunic on Fenerbahçe’s radar. The arrival of the USMNT prodigy has been slightly delayed due to bureaucratic reasons. He’ll be in town Thursday and take the medicals Friday. The Rossoneri wish to keep ahold of the Bosnian deputy.

Marcos Leonardo won’t join Roma this summer, as Santos took him off the market, but the Giallorossi remain very keen on a January addition,

Roma a Few Million Away from Purchasing Marcos Leonardo

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma have zeroed in on Marcos Leonardo, but they must up their offer to acquire him from Santos. The gap between the bid and the request isn’t too significant. The two clubs and the player’s entourage are negotiating other aspects of the deal as well.

Juventus have Jean-Clair Todibo at the top of their preferences to strengthen their rearguard. The interest is reciprocated by the player.

Juventus Touch Base to Probe Pricey Nice Center-Back

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Nice, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus put forth an inquiry for Jean-Clair Todibo, although without lodging an offer because of his high valuation. Director Cristiano Giuntoli has been keeping tabs on him for a few years. Nice value the defender €30M. They are reluctant to lower the price tag because of the interest from multiple sides.

Lazar Samardzic took the medicals and spent a few days in Milan but didn’t finalize his move to Inter, as some problems with his entourage arose.

Inter Putting Finishing Touches on Samardzic Signing

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Udinese

Lazar Samardzic will be a new Inter player. The parties have finalized their agreement, for which they had already made big strides, Wednesday afternoon. The starlet should travel to Milan for the formalities before the weekend. The Bianconeri had to come to terms with Giovanni Fabbian as well.

Atalanta are mulling to use the Rasmus Hojlund windfall for more major moves and reportedly set sights on Domenico Berardi and Gianluca Scamacca.

Atalanta Tipped to Go Big Game Hunting Offensively

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Iran, Italian Football, Premier League, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, West Ham

Atalanta are mulling to use the Rasmus Hojlund windfall for more major moves and reportedly set sights on Domenico Berardi and Gianluca Scamacca to add to their arsenal. They are in advanced talks for Charles De Ketelaere. La Dea poked around the Italian striker, for whom Inter are making a strong attempt.

Inter wish to conclude the acquisition of Yann Sommer before the weekend, but, in the meantime, they have been proposed an alternative, Bento.

Inter Offered Alternative Option Between the Sticks

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter wish to conclude the acquisition of Yann Sommer before the weekend, but, in the meantime, they have been proposed an alternative, Brazilian goalie Bento. The Nerazzurri like the player, but such an acquisition would be pretty pricey. They don’t plan to table an offer for the time being.

Hirving Lozano won’t move to Los Angeles FC, which didn’t come to terms with Napoli. The Mexican winger made his summer debut against Girona.

Lozano Not Transferring to Los Angeles FC After All

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, MLS, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Hirving Lozano won’t move to Los Angeles FC, which didn’t come to terms with Napoli. The Mexican winger made his summer debut in Wednesday’s friendly against Girona. The deal didn’t progress after an opening offer. His agent Barry Whelan left their pre-season retreat before the deadline because the talks hadn’t advanced enough.

Milan have been a little shaky in the back during the friendlies and are considering making a move for Clement Lenglet to shore up their rearguard.

Milan Inquire About Barcelona Defender on His Way Out

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have been a little shaky in the back during the friendlies and are considering making a move for Clement Lenglet to shore up their rearguard. He’s back at Barcelona following a season on loan at Tottenham. The veteran has a €10M price tag. The Blaugrana are open to discussing.

Alvaro Morata was linked to most Serie A’s top teams in the summer but didn’t leave Atletico Madrid in the end. He discussed his summer

Juventus Warm Up Morata as Fallback Plan for Lukaku

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus have resumed tracking Alvaro Morata as an alternative should the swap between Romelu Lukaku and Dusan Vlahovic fall through. The conversations with Chelsea are continuing, but there’s a sizeable gap as far as the fee is concerned. The Bianconeri want €40/50M, while the Blues started off low.

Lazio have come to terms with Daichi Kamada and are in advanced talks for Midtjylland’s Gustav Isaken. A full agreement is very near in both cases.

Lazio Finally on the Verge of Completing Two Signings

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Eintacht Frankfurt, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market One comment

Lazio have come to terms with Daichi Kamada and are in advanced talks for Midtjylland’s Gustav Isaksen. The agreement with the Japanese just needs to be finalized. He’ll be in town for the medicals soon. The Biancocelesti accepted the conditions set by his entourage. He'll sign a two-year contract.

Atalanta will meet again with the representatives of Charles De Ketelaere to further discuss his arrival after some issues.

Atalanta and Milan Agree to Terms of De Ketelaere Deal

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Atalanta came out in the open for Charles De Ketelaere and concurred on the parameters to sign him with Milan. They must now convince the player to join, as he isn’t so eager to leave. The talks between the two teams ramped up in the last three days.

Author: Enrico Passarella