Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Juan Cuadrado is a new Inter player. He underwent the physical tests and signed his new one year-contract Wednesday evening.

Inter Announce Cuadrado Acquisition on Free Transfer

July 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juan Cuadrado is a new Inter player. He underwent the physical tests and signed his one year-contract Wednesday. The Colombian international joins as a free agent after Juventus decided not to re-up with him. the veteran will earn €2.5M next season. His deal doesn’t have an option.

Tijjani Reijnders touched down in Milan Monday night and proceeded with the medicals and the signature on the contract with his new team.

Milan Officially Confirm Reijnders Deal with AZ Alkmaar

July 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella AZ Alkmaar, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Tijjani Reijnders touched down in Milan Monday night and proceeded with the medicals and the signature on the contract with his new team in the next two days: “Coming here was easy. I said yes after the first call. My dream is to win the Scudetto and the Champions League.”

Fiorentina coach Vincenzo Italiano received the Torrino d’Oro award on Wednesday and assessed their first few matches and in particular the loss to Inter.

Italiano Addresses Interest in Arthur, Jovic and Amrabat

July 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Vincenzo Italiano dished on the upcoming season and the transfer market and hailed the new additions in an interview from the brand-new Viola Park: “The last campaign gave us a lot in terms of knowledge and experience. We can all improve and grow. We have to intervene in some roles.

Lazio have taken their interest in Samuele Ricci to the next level and put forth a solid offer to convince Torino to sell.

Lazio Lodge Proposal to Acquire Young Torino Midfielder

July 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market

Lazio have taken their interest in Samuele Ricci to the next level and put forth a solid offer to convince Torino to sell. They had previously tried orchestrating a double swoop involving Antonio Sanabria but were quickly rebuffed. President Urbano Cairo labelled him untouchable, unless a strong bid arrives.

Manchester United aren’t running unopposed for Rasmus Hojlund, as PSG are also after the budding star. The opening bid of the French champions is lower.

Manchester United to Launch New Assault for Hojlund

July 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

After perfecting the acquisition of André Onana, Manchester United is set to target Rasmus Hojlund. They put forth an opening offer a few weeks back but were met with a lofty price tag. The player has a strong relationship with his team, but he’s keen on moving to the Premier League.

The pursuit of Yann Sommer is turning out to be more challenging than anticipated for Inter. The goalkeeper didn’t play in Tuesday’s friendly.

Inter Facing Difficulties in Talks with Bayern Munich

July 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market One comment

The pursuit of Yann Sommer is turning out to be more challenging than anticipated for Inter. The goalkeeper didn’t play in Tuesday’s friendly against Rottach-Egern, but Thomas Tuchel downplayed the situation, suggesting his departure wasn’t impending. Bayern Munich believe that the deadline to activate his €6M release clause has already lapsed.

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

Milan Bust Favors Permanence Despite Incoming Offers

July 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Aston Villa, Calciomercato, Italian Football, RB Leipzig, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Charles De Ketelaere is available for the right offer after just one year at Milan. At this stage, nobody has come close to his valuation. Moreover, the player would like to stay put to redeem himself. Aston Villa, RB Leipzig, Lens, and especially PSV Eindhoven have laid eyes on him.

Leonardo Bonucci has been shown the door by Juventus, but, as he previously stated, he’s determined to win back the coach and the management.

Bonucci Rejects Bids from Galatasaray and Fenerbahce

July 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Cristiano Giuntoli didn’t leave room for a possible reinstatement of Leonardo Bonucci in his introductory presser. Despite his wishes, the captain isn’t part of the club’s plans. The brass and the coach won’t change their mind. The director admitted the defender wasn’t keen on the offers he received so far.

Roma tried to go all-in on Alvaro Morata, but they’d have to spend a big to sign him, so they could soon revisit Gianluca Scamacca.

Roma Tipped to Modify Offer to Sign West Ham Reject

July 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, West Ham

Roma tried to go all-in on Alvaro Morata, but they’d have to spend a big to sign him, so they will soon revisit Gianluca Scamacca. They’ll have to change their proposal, as West Ham rejected a loan with option to buy. The new offer should envisage the obligation to purchase the striker.

André Onana had some traveling issues and couldn’t fly to England to complete his transfer to Manchester United on Tuesday, but he'll do it soon enough.

Onana on Manchester United Move and Farewell to Inter

July 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Manchester United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

André Onana had some traveling issues and couldn’t fly to England to complete his transfer to Manchester United on Tuesday, but he'll do it soon enough. He’ll depart for a €55M fee including add-ons: "I’m eager to start this new enthralling experience with a coach that I consider a teacher."

Juventus have only a few days to complete the domino they arranged with PSG and Chelsea involving Dusan Vlahovic and Romelu Lukaku.

Juventus Racing to Complete Anticipated Offensive Moves

July 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Premier League, PSG, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Transfer Market One comment

Juventus have only a few days to complete the domino they arranged involving Dusan Vlahovic and Romelu Lukaku. Director Cristiano Giuntoli asked Chelsea for a week to sell the Serb before lodging a formal bid, The Bianconeri are ready to shell out €40M. He has an offer from Saudi Arabia too, though.

Joshua Zirkzee and Teun Koopmeiners top the wish lists of Milan and Juventus at their positions. The two players wouldn’t mind continuing in Italy.

Intermediary Talks Koopmeiners, Immobile, and Napoli

July 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Vincenzo Morabito, who’s part of the entourage of Teun Koopmeiners, commented on the coveted midfielder and a few other transfer-market related topics in an interview: “He will stay at Atalanta, even though, in my opinion, he’s one of the players Cristiano Giuntoli dreams of luring."

Author: Enrico Passarella