Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Milan aren’t currently considering moving on from Charles De Ketelaere after a disappointing season, even though they are working to bolster the position.

Milan Highly Unlikely to Cut Bait on Struggling Starlet

May 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Eintacht Frankfurt, Italian Football, Liga, Premier League, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Milan aren’t currently considering moving on from Charles De Ketelaere after a disappointing season, even though they are working to bolster the position. The Rossoneri are very close to landing Daichi Kamada on a free from Eintracht Frankfurt, while they won't splurge to acquire Brahim Diaz.

Serie A left something on the table in the second round of the group stage of the various continental competitions but didn’t lose any game.

Serie A Will Introduce Scheduling Changes Next Season

May 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Coppa Italia, Italian Football, Serie A

Serie A will have a slightly different and more relaxed schedule next season. It will be back to normal after the Winter World Cup significantly impacted the present one that is about to end. There will be just one midweek round overall and no break in late December and early January.

Gian Piero Gasperini criticized how the transfer market is structured following their first pre-season friendly, acknowledging the uncertainty.

Gasperini and Atalanta Brass Meet to Discuss the Future

May 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Gian Piero Gasperini and the Atalanta hierarchy had their first summit after arithmetically punching their ticket to a European competition next season. Which one will be determined in the final Serie A round. The gaffer raised major concerns following the loss to Inter. The early round of talks didn’t expedite a break-up.

Inter have joined the host of teams eyeing Folarin Balogun, whom Arsenal could sell for a robust fee after he blossomed at Reims.

Inter Enter Fray Competing to Acquire Arsenal Starlet

May 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Arsenal, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Marseille, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market, Villarreal

Inter have joined the host of teams eyeing Folarin Balogun, whom Arsenal could sell for a robust fee after he blossomed at Reims. Milan have been linked to the prodigy, but they seem keener on Lens’ Lois Openda currently. RB Leipzig, Olympique Marseille, Monaco, and Villarreal are all keeping tabs.

Mourinho led the Spanish heavyweights from May 2010 to June 2013, winning one La Liga, Copa del Rey and Supercopa de Espana title each during his time.

Roma After High-Profile Pair While Mourinho Drops Hints

May 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Europa League, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Sevilla

José Mourinho kept things close to the vest when quizzed about his Roma future in the interviews ahead of the Europa League final. While he didn’t announce whether he would stay put, he stated that the players had been informed of his decision and denied any talk with other sides.

Federico Pastorello is the agent of two pillars of the Inter defense, Stefan De Vrij and Benjamin Pavard, and believes the Nerazzurri have the best line.

Agent Talks Future of Inter Defender and Napoli Goalie

May 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Empoli, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Agent Federico Pastorello will be a busy man in the summer and is already tending to a few hot-button topics. He spoke about numerous players to a few outlets: “I expect a lively trasfer window in Italy. Having three finalists energizes the whole system. The teams are costantly growing."

Luis Enrique has been indicated as the primary candidate to replace Luciano Spalletti in the Napoli dugout. However, the parties are distant.

De Laurentiis Laments Problems in Luis Enrique Pursuit

May 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Napoli, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Luis Enrique has been indicated as the primary candidate to replace Luciano Spalletti in the Napoli dugout. However, the parties struggled to come to an understanding. President Aurelio De Laurentiis declared that the coach was probably headed elsewhere: "He wants to go to the Premier League."

Juventus will not be deducted more points after plea bargaining in the trial related to wages. The Federal Court has accepted the agreement.

Juventus Get Away with a Fine in Salary-Related Trial

May 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Juventus will not be deducted more points after plea bargaining in the trial regarding the wages. The Federal Court has accepted the agreement between the parties. The Bianconeri have been sentenced to pay €718M fine. The club renounces its faculty to appeal. Only Andrea Agnelli will stand trial.

Sassuolo’s sporting director Giovanni Carnevali disclosed a backstory about Domenico Berardi, which will be in high demand in the summer.

Sassuolo Exec Reveals Which Team Chased Berardi in 2022

May 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Sassuolo’s sporting director Giovanni Carnevali disclosed a backstory about Domenico Berardi, which will once again be in high demand in the upcoming transfer market window: "“He had some opportunities to leave in previous years. Having somebody so committed to our club is a source of pride for us and for him."

Lazio have had issues on both ends to open the season. After keeping 22 clean sheets in 2022/2023, they are still at zero after five games.

Two Returns in Italy Squad for Nations League Fixtures

May 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Galatasaray, Italy, Lazio, Lecce, Nations League, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, The Azzurri

Roberto Mancini has called up 26 players for a brief retreat in Sardinia ahead of the Final Four of the Nations League. The Azzurri will face Spain in Enschede on June 15th in the semifinal. The Netherlands and Croatia complete the bracket. The competition includes a third-place playoff.

Juventus will attempt to put an end to his legal troubles in short order to avoid the matter from impacting the summer or potentially next season.

Juventus to Try to Plea Bargain Second Sports Sanction

May 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Juventus will attempt to put an end to his legal troubles in short order to avoid the matter from impacting the summer or potentially next season. The club asked to move up the hearing on ulterior charges, mostly related to suspect maneuvering on wages, that was originally scheduled for June 15th.

Spalletti has given his yes to the Azzurri – now standing the chance to coach a national team for the first time in his career following Mancini's exit.

Spalletti Explains Decision to Leave the Napoli Bench

May 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

A few hours after president Aurelio De Laurentiis announced his exit, Luciano Spalletti expounded on his choice to step down and take a year off: "“Have you ever broken up with somebody because of too much love? At my age, I can decide to do anything."

Author: Enrico Passarella