Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Jeremy Boga is close to leaving Atalanta, as Nice moved with decision to acquire him. It’s not the first time he has been in this situation.

Nice in Advanced Talks to Lure Pacey Atalanta Attacker

July 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Nice, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Jeremy Boga is close to leaving Atalanta, as Nice moved with decision to acquire him. It’s not the first time he has been in this situation. He was on the brink of departing last January, but La Dea stopped his departure late. The deal is reportedly progressing quickly.

Piotr Zielinski has been embroiled in a transfer saga considering his short-term contract with Napoli. Its outcome could be positive for them.

Lotito Reveals the Future of Napoli Linchpin Zielinski

July 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Piotr Zielinski has been embroiled in a transfer saga this summer considering his short-term contract. However, it might end with a favorable outcome for the Scudetto holders. Lazio president Claudio Lotito, who tracked the Pole to replace Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, expects the star to re-up with his current team.

Milan have already replenished their midfield with two additions but continue to track Yunus Musah and Nicolas Dominguez.

Milan Not Done Making Moves to Shore Up Their Midfield

July 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Valencia

Milan have already replenished their midfield by signing Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Tijjani Reijnders, but there could be at least one more signing on the horizon as they continue to track Yunus Musah and Nicolas Dominguez. The Rossoneri are prioritizing the latter, but the negotiation with Valencia isn't easy.

Roma targeted Marcel Sabitzer earlier in the summer, but he’s on the brink of joining Borussia Dortmund. The Giallorossi tried to onboard him on an loan.

Borussia Dortmund Set to Beat Roma in Race for Sabitzer

July 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma targeted Marcel Sabitzer earlier in the summer, but he’s on the brink of joining Borussia Dortmund. The Giallorossi tried to onboard him on an initial loan, but Bayern Munich rebuffed them. The capital side is poised to switch their attention toward potential PSG outcast Renato Sanches.

Inter are interested in Rafael Toloi to bolster from the frontline. They have been looking for a veteran at the position. They wanted Cesar Azpilicueta.

Inter Earmark Atalanta Center-Back to Add Experience

July 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter are interested in Rafael Toloi to bolster from the frontline. They have been looking for a veteran at the position. They had set up the acquisition of Cesar Azpilicueta, but he joined Atletico Madrid instead. Coach Simone Inzaghi would like to bring in another piece on top of Yann Aurel Bisseck,

The words of Juventus patron John Elkann to the shareholders offered another hint about the departure of Massimiliano Allegri.

Allegri Expects Slow Window, Voices Concern About Pogba

July 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Massimiliano Allegri is looking for a more ordinary campaign following the off-the-pitch drama that affected Juventus in 2022/2023: “The past season was peculiar, and the mental tool was very high. The new one will be different. We’ll restart with faith. Almost the entire group is available. We’re still in July."

Milan have scheduled a meeting with the agents of Facundo Gonzalez to explore the terms of his acquisition. The Rossoneri are likely to lose a defender.

Milan Reportedly Keen on Valencia Defensive Talent

July 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Valencia, Villarreal

Milan have scheduled a meeting with the agents of Facundo Gonzalez to explore the terms of his acquisition. The Rossoneri are likely to part ways with a defender. Mattia Gabbia is rumored to join Villarreal on an initial loan as part of the Samuel Chukwueze deal.

Rudi Garcia took stock of his first few weeks at Napoli and addressed the transfer market while talking to various outlets from their pre-season setup.

Garcia Comments on Osimhen, Zielinski, and New Defender

July 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Rudi Garcia took stock of his first few weeks at Napoli and addressed multiple transfer market-related topics while talking to various outlets from their pre-season setup: “I want an angry team. Nobody must lose focus. I see great quality and a high level. We are happy to have Victor Osimhen with us."

Inter will have to stave off more rich offers after partying ways with André Onana, but Nicolò Barella and Lautaro Martinez are fully expected to stay.

Inter Not Sweating Chatter About Their Other Stars

July 21, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Manchester City, Premier League, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Transfer Market One comment

Inter will have to stave off more rich offers after partying ways with André Onana, but Nicolò Barella and Lautaro Martinez are fully expected to stay in Milan. Manchester City could pursue the star midfielder in the coming weeks, while the new captain received a large bid from Saudi Arabia.

PSG rebuffed the opening offer by Roma for Renato Sanches, and the player might not be so keen on the destination either.

PSG Reject Roma Initial Offer for Out-of-Favor Star

July 21, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

PSG rebuffed the opening offer by Roma for Renato Sanches, and the player might not be so keen on the destination either. The Giallorossi explored a loan with option to buy, but the Ligue 1 powerhouse prefers more definitive formulas. They had the same issue for Marcel Sabitzer.

Juventus have started to trim their overcrowded midfield, and, after a couple more exits, they’ll be ready to bid for Franck Kessié.

Juventus Make Incremental Progress in Kessié Pursuit

July 21, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus have started to trim their overcrowded midfield, and, after a couple more exits, they’ll be ready to bid for Franck Kessié. Arthur is Fiorentina-bound while they are awaiting offers for Denis Zakaria and Weston McKennie. He will partecipate to the United States trip despite being for sale.

Napoli are keeping tabs on a few options to round out their midfield, in particular Boubakary Soumaré, but they are more likely to stay as is.

Napoli Set Sights on Physical Leicester City Midfielder

July 21, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Leicester, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market

Napoli have earmarked Boubakary Soumaré to address their midfield. The Partenopei need to bring in a new backup to substitute Tanguy Ndombélé, who wasn’t retained from Tottenham. They’ll sign an extra player if Piotr Zielinski bolts due to his contractual situation. Al-Alhi are interested in Stanislav Lobotka.

Author: Enrico Passarella