Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Juventus have rekindled their interest in Franck Kessié considering the uncertainty related to the future of Paul Pogba, who has suitors in Saudi Arabia.

Juventus Tracking Oft-Discussed Barcelona Midfielder

July 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus have rekindled their interest in Franck Kessié considering the uncertainty related to the future of Paul Pogba. The Frenchman has received an offer from Saudi Arabia. The suitors will continue to pursue him throughout the summer. The ex-Milan star is potentially expendable.

Napoli were rebuffed in their first attempt to acquire Max Kilman, but they haven’t given up. He’s top of the list to replace Kim Min-Jae.

Napoli Continue to Pursue Wolverhampton Star Kilman

July 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Borussia Moenchengladbach, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Wolverhampton One comment

Napoli were rebuffed in their first attempt to acquire Max Kilman, but they haven’t given up. He’s top of the list to replace Kim Min-Jae, whose official departure will come later than anticipated but is in no doubt. Borussia Moenchengladbach is resisting for Ko Itakura as well.

Simone Inzaghi will have to wait to get an extension from Inter, even though his contract runs out in 2024. The matter isn’t a priority for the club.

Inter and Inzaghi Playing the Waiting Game on New Deal

July 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Simone Inzaghi will have to wait to get an extension from Inter, even though his contract runs out in 2024. The matter isn’t a priority for the club, which would like to delay it as much as reasonably possible. They had some issues in the past.

Milan have added Arnaut Danjuma to their wish list to round out their attack. He’d be significantly easier to sign than his Villarreal teammate Chukwueze.

Milan Reportedly Keen on Former Tottenham Attacker

July 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, everton, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Villarreal

Milan have added Arnaut Danjuma to their wish list to round out their attack. He’d be significantly easier to sign than his Villarreal teammate Samuel Chukwueze. However, they face competition, as Feyenoord and Everton are pursuing him as well. He spent the past six months at Tottenham.

The contract of Leonardo Spinazzola runs out at the end of the season, and Roma might seize the final chance to cash in on him a little in January.

Spinazzola Gets Saudi Offer, Kristensen in Rome to Sign

July 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Leeds United, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

After showing interest in previous weeks, Al-Shabab has lodged a proposal to acquire Leonardo Spinazzola from Roma. The Saudi team proposed €7M. He has just one year on his contract with the Giallorossi. the sum could be enough to convince the team to sell. Instead, the wing-back asked for more.

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.

Lazio Open Talks to Sign Galatasaray-Linked PSG Outcast

July 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Lazio, Ligue 1, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio have laid eyes on Leandro Paredes to replenish their midfield following the departure of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic. He’s back at PSG after an underwhelming season-long loan spell at Juventus. The Biancocelesti also continue to track Samuele Ricci. The capital side has contacted the Ligue 1’s giants and the player.

After inquiring about Luca Pellegrini, Milan also asked Juventus about Andrea Cambiaso. However, they were met with a lofty request.

Milan Probe a Second Juventus Fullback for Backup Role

July 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Ligue 1, Nice, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

After inquiring about Luca Pellegrini, Milan also asked Juventus about Andrea Cambiaso. However, they were met with a lofty request as the Bianconeri intend to keep the player. They don’t want to loan him out again and demanded €20M. The Rossoneri are looking for a new deputy left-back.

Giuntoli was one reason why Napoli succeeded in luring Piotr Zielinski from Udinese back in 2016, and the director is eager to bring him to Turin.

Zielinski Rebuffs Saudi Advances to Haggle with Napoli

July 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Napoli, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Piotr Zielinski won’t be lured by the Saudi sirens, at least for the time being, as he’d like to stay at Napoli. He’ll try to come to an understanding with the brass, which wants the players entering the final year of their contracts to either leave or re-up.

With a wordy statement, Juventus announced to have initiated the procedure to bow out of the Super League, following up on their previous announcement.

Juventus Formally Start Process to Leave Super League

July 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Super League, Transfer Market, UEFA

With a wordy statement, Juventus announced to have officially initiated the procedure to bow out of the Super League. They were one of the only three teams left on it. Real Madrid and Barcelona will have to sign off. The Bianconeri announced that they were mulling such a decision in early January.

André Onana is on the verge of leaving Inter to join Manchester United. The English side raised their previous bid, bringing it to €50M plus €5M add-ons.

Inter and Manchester United Closing In on Onana Deal

July 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

André Onana is on the verge of transferring to Manchester United. The English side raised their previous bid, bringing it to €50M plus €5M add-ons. It’s a bit below Inter’s €60M request, but the two clubs should ultimately meet in the middle. The agreement could be struck Friday.

Hien is contracted to Verona until 2026, taking advantage of which the Venetians have increased their asking price by €5M as the window comes to a close.

Atalanta Haven’t Abandoned Pursuit of Verona Defender

July 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Hellas Verona, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market, Udinese

Atalanta are negotiating to onboard Rodrigo Becao, but they haven’t forgotten Isak Hien either. They have come to terms with the player but not with Verona at this stage. They are closer to the youngster, as Fenerbahce put forth a strong bid for the Udinese veteran.

Leonardo Bonucci is bound to leave Juventus, as the management communicated to him that he’s no longer part of the technical plans.

Juventus Make Drastic Decision About Captain Bonucci

July 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Leonardo Bonucci is bound to leave Juventus, as the management communicated to him that he’s no longer part of the technical plans. He will practice on his own and won’t take part in the upcoming pre-season trip to the United States. The defender has been de facto frozen out.

Author: Enrico Passarella