Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Cristiano Giuntoli was eerily absent from Rudi Garcia’s presentation, and president Aurelio De Laurentiis is likely to let the exec out of his contract.

Napoli Not Expected to Replace Juventus-Bound Giuntoli

June 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Cristiano Giuntoli was eerily absent from Rudi Garcia’s presentation, and president Aurelio De Laurentiis is likely to finally let the exec out of his contract so he can join Juventus as he wishes. He wasn’t consulted in the decision to hire the new gaffer as he has been frozen out.

Sergej Milinkovic-Savic could leave Lazio as there’s no renewal on the horizon, but Juventus and Inter will have to be patient, as Lazio’s request is hefty.

Lazio Linchpin in Limbo Between Juventus and Inter

June 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Sergej Milinkovic-Savic could leave Lazio as there’s no renewal on the horizon, but Juventus and Inter will have to be patient, as Lazio’s request is hefty. The two Derby d’Italia rivals inquired about the Serbian ace, but the Biancocelesti replied with a €40M price tag.

Al-Nassr are pursuing Marcelo Brozovic and has lodged an offer to lure him. Inter would replace him with Davide Frattesi.

Al-Nassr Bid for Inter Star, Barcelona Still Interested

June 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Al-Nassr are pursuing Marcelo Brozovic and lodged an offer to lure him. If the player accepted the move to Saudi Arabia, Inter would quickly proceed to seal the Davide Frattesi deal. They are in advanced talks with Sassuolo, but they need to sell somebody first.

Wojciech Szczesny had a year automatically added to his Juventus contract in recent weeks, and he plans to see it out in its entirety.

Szczesny Expresses Complete Commitment to Juventus

June 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Empoli, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Wojciech Szczesny had a year automatically added to his Juventus contract in recent weeks, and he plans to see it out. The Bianconeri have been mildly linked to younger shot-stoppers in recent months, but a switch between the sticks doesn’t seem to be among their priorities.

Milan will add at least one midfielder in the summer and have inserted Tijjani Reijnders in their list of targets. They are evaluating him,

Milan Begin Tracking AZ Alkmaar Midfield Cornerstone

June 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan will add at least one midfielder in the summer and have inserted Tijjani Reijnders in their list of targets. They are evaluating him but haven’t opened talks with AZ Alkmaar thus far. They are looking for somebody with his traits. He's coming off a highly-productive campaign.

Aurelio De Laurentiis put up his usual show while introducing new coach Rudi Garcia and stated that Victor Osimhen would be sold only for massive bids.

De Laurentiis Confident Osimhen Will Stay at Napoli

June 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lille, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Aurelio De Laurentiis introduced new coach Rudi Garcia and stated that Victor Osimhen would be sold only for massive bids: “I’ve said a long time ago that he must stay. Then if an offer that would be important for the health of the club arrives, we’ll see."

Lecce midfielder Morten Hjulmand leaves Italy to pursue his development in Portugal, as country giants Sporting Lisbon have signed him on a five-year deal.

Milan Eyeing Up Two Serie A Options for Their Midfield

June 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Lecce, Monza, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan need reinforcements in the midfield and are after two specialists, Morten Hjulmand and Adrien Tameze. The Rossoneri are decimated at the position since Ismael Bennacer will miss a few months with a knee injury. In addition, backups Aster Vranckx and Tiemoué Bakayoko were on loan and won’t stay.

Juventus have been attached to a few names to bolster their right flank, but some changes could take place on the opposite one as well.

Juventus Contemplating Some Moves on the Left Wing Too

June 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus have been attached to a few names to bolster their right flank, but some changes could take place on the opposite one as well. They technically have three options already: Filip Kostic, Samuel Iling-Junior, and Andrea Cambiaso, who will be back from Bologna and assessed by Massimiliano Allegri.

Italian-Turkish defender Rayyan Baniya, who possesses an Italian passport and stars for Karagümrük, has been linked to Serie A sides including Udinese.

Napoli Take an Interest in Fatih Karagumruk Defender

June 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market

Napoli might find Kim Min-Jae’s heir in the same place where they acquired the South Korean ace, Turkey, as they have laid eyes on Rayyan Baniya. He has been starring for Fatih Karagumruk since 2021 after joining from Hellas Verona. He'd like to return to Italy.

Mike Maignan returned to form in the Napoli clash in Round 24 after some subpar performances for his standard. Milan have never doubted him.

Milan Refuse to Entertain Chelsea Attempt for Maignan

June 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Chelsea, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Mike Maignan is attracting some interest, but Milan have no plans to part ways with their goalkeeper. Chelsea have been rumored to be keen on the Frenchman, but it appears that not even a giant bid could make the Rossoneri wobble. He was discontent with Paolo Maldini's ousting.

Roma sold budding midfielder Benjamin Tahirovic to Ajax in a quick deal Sunday. More exits are expected to come in the next few days.

Roma Eager to Finalize More Departures in Short Order

June 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Bournemouth, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma sold budding midfielder Benjamin Tahirovic to Ajax in a quick deal Sunday. More exits are expected to come in the next few days. The Giallorossi need to rake in about €30M by the end of June because of a Financial Fair Play-related deadline.

Timothy Castagne has emerged as a strong option to fill the opening on the right flank at Juventus. The wingback has reportedly okayed the move.

Juventus Zero In on Leicester City Fullback Castagne

June 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Leicester, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Timothy Castagne has emerged as a strong option to fill the opening on the right flank at Juventus. The wingback has reportedly okayed the move. The Bianconeri are working to lower the request by Leicester City. The Foxes demanded €15M in the early talks. He played at Atalanta in the past.

Author: Enrico Passarella