Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Alejandro Camano, the representative of Lautaro Martinez, suggested that he fielded multiple offers this summer and should be rewarded.

Lautaro Martinez Agent Subtly Asks for a New Contract

July 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Alejandro Camano, the representative of Lautaro Martinez, suggested that he fielded multiple offers this summer and that his client should be appropriately rewarded for turning them down and his contribution: "He scored a lot with Inter, and he won the Scudetto and the World Cup. He did great things."

As widely anticipated, Juventus have been excluded from the 2023/2024 edition of the European Conference League. UEFA communicated its decision Friday

Juventus Officially Handed One-Year Ban by UEFA at Last

July 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella European Conference League, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, UEFA

As widely anticipated, Juventus have been excluded from the 2023/2024 edition of the European Conference League. UEFA communicated its decision Friday seven months after starting an inquiry on the matter. The Bianconeri pay the price for Financial Fair Play violations stemming from the same infractions that led to their ten-point deduction.

Napoli furthered the contacts for Konstantinos Mavropanos since their offers for Max Kilman and Kevin Danso were rejected.

Napoli Take Another Look at Stuttgart Center-Back

July 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli furthered the contacts for Konstantinos Mavropanos since their offers for Max Kilman and Kevin Danso were rejected. The Stuttgart defender would likely be less expensive. The Partenopei haven’t zeroed in on him just yet, but they followed up on their initial inquiry a few weeks back.

Ante Rebic is on the verge of leaving Milan, which would give the team more ammo to increase their offer for Musah and seal the deal.

Rebic Departure to Nudge Milan Closer to Signing Musah

July 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Valencia

Ante Rebic is on the verge of leaving Milan, which would give the team more ammo to increase their offer for Musah and seal the deal. The Croat is very close to Besiktas. He should move to Turkey permanently. The two clubs are discussing a free transfer.

Despite Sevilla running interference, Lazio might still sign Djibril Sow, as the exchange of documents with Eintracht Frankfurt has reprised after a pause.

Lazio Attempt to Add Eintracht Frankfurt Star Still On

July 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Eintacht Frankfurt, Italian Football, La Liga, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Sevilla, Transfer Market

Despite Sevilla running interference, Lazio might still sign Djibril Sow, as the exchange of documents with Eintracht Frankfurt has reprised following an interruption. Maurizio Sarri was part of the impasse, as he wasn’t initially informed of the acquisition. The gaffer prefers different options to replace Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.

Roma have gotten closer to landing Renato Sanches, who has been their top target for the midfield for the last few weeks.

Roma Near Breakthrough in Their Chase of Renato Sanches

July 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma have gotten closer to landing Renato Sanches, who has been their top target for the midfield in the last few weeks. The midfielder waffled at first because he preferred joining a team that played in the Champions League. But none of those made a move for him this summer.

Juventus and Barcelona have an agreement in principle for Franck Kessié, but the player is in no rush to depart and might prefer joining Tottenham.

Tottenham Threatening to Upset Juventus Apple Cart

July 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Juventus and Barcelona have an agreement in principle for Franck Kessié, but the player is in no rush to depart and will listen to other proposals too, and Tottenham are ready to barge into the race. Things could move swiftly if the Spurs put forth a concrete offer.

Italian Football Federation president Gabriele Gravina believes FIFA should intervene in Saudi Arabia’s stance on overloading finances with to lure stars.

Italy and Turkey Propose to Host Euro 2032 Together

July 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri, Tunisia, UEFA

Italy and Turkey have communicated to UEFA that they plan to merge their bids to host Euro 2032, thus ending the process since no other country came forward. The two federations have already sent a joint letter to UEFA to relay the decision. It should have no problem being okayed.

Inter are on the brink of securing their primary target between the sticks Yann Sommer. They reached a verbal agreement with Bayern Munich.

Inter Finally Expected to Finalize Sommer Deal Soon

July 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter are on the brink of securing their primary target between the sticks Yann Sommer. They reached a verbal agreement with Bayern Munich. The deal should be finalized early next week. The goalkeeper dug his heels in to join the Nerazzurri, but the Bavarians wanted to wait to find another specialist.

Roma officially bid adieu to Eldor Shomudorov, at least for now, Thursday, and Gonzalo Villar, Matias Vina, and Bryan Reynolds will be next.

Roma Slated to Part Ways with Three More Fringe Players

July 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Cagliari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Monza, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma officially bid adieu to Eldor Shomudorov, at least for now, Thursday, and Gonzalo Villar, Matias Vina, and Bryan Reynolds will be next. The Uzbek has joined Cagliari on a season-long loan with option to buy. The Sardinians will shell out a €1M initial fee and have an €8M clause.

The prospective blockbuster swap between Victor Osimhen and Romelu Lukaku has quickly gone backward after the recent chatter.

Osimhen and Napoli Closing in on Anticipated Renewal

July 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Victor Osimhen and Napoli are on the verge of agreeing to a contract extension. His current one expires in 2025. The player and his camp want to be rewarded adequately since president Aurelio De Laurentiis has been asking for €200M to sell the marksman this summer.

Roma have turned their attention toward a bombastic target for their attack, Romelu Lukaku, given the issues for the other options.

Chelsea Starting to Put Serious Pressure on Juventus

July 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Chelsea and Juventus have been in constant communication concerning the Romelu Lukaku deal. The Blues want the saga to end, one way or the other, sooner rather than later. The Bianconeri have orchestrated the transfer with the parties, but there has been little progress in the sale of Dusan Vlahovic.

Author: Enrico Passarella