Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Ismael Bennacer subbed off early in the first half of the first leg of the EuroDerby due to a blow to the right knee. The diagnosis is grim.

Milan Top Midfielder Diagnosed with Major Knee Injury

May 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Ismael Bennacer subbed off early in the first half of the first leg of the EuroDerby due to a blow to the right knee. The injury is severe enough to sideline for the rest of the season and potentially longer. Milan announced that he sustained a post-traumatic lesion of the cartilage.

Juventus have yet to bag Cristiano Giuntoli, although they'll do, but they have already started putting together the early plans for the summer.

Juventus Could Take Spurs Star Back, Eye Atalanta Ace

May 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Juventus have yet to bag Cristiano Giuntoli, although they are very confident their chase will be successful, but have already started putting together the early plans for the summer. They could include a familiar face, as Dejan Kulusevki might head back after an 18-month loan at Tottenham.

Leonardo Spinazzola has been one of the top Roma performers this season, but he faces an uncertain future. His contract runs out in 2024

Roma Cornerstone Surprisingly Considered Expendable

May 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Leonardo Spinazzola has been one of Roma’s driving forces this season, but he faces an uncertain future. His contract runs out in 2024, and the club has yet to open talks to prolong it. Should a good offer arrive, the team will be open to discussing his departure.

Hirving Lozano will miss the four remaining matches with a knee injury. Napoli announced that the winger suffered a grade-two sprain.

Lozano Knee Injury Could Affect His Short-Term Future

May 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Hirving Lozano will miss the four remaining matches with a knee injury. Napoli announced that the winger suffered a grade-two sprain. No decision has been made on whether he will need surgery at this stage. The Mexican attacker was considered likely to depart in the summer as his contract is up in 2024.

Before diving into the upcoming transfer market window, several Serie A sides will have to address their front offices and hire new execs.

Multiple Teams to Be Involved in Carousel of Directors

May 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Cremonese, Empoli, Fiorentina, Hellas Verona, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Monza, Napoli, Roma, Salernitana, Serie A, Transfer Market

Before diving into the upcoming transfer market window, several Serie A sides will have to address their front offices. Cristiano Giuntoli is expected to join Juventus, although he has some offers from the Premier League too, and Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis could put up a fight.

Rafael Leao believes Milan are on the right route to win the UEFA Champions League (UCL), having reached the tournament’s semi-final last season.

Leao and Milan Primed to End Saga About New Contract

May 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lille, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Rafael Leao couldn’t participate in the first leg of the EuroDerby due to his groin injury, but it was still a productive day off the pitch for him and the Milan hierarchy. They are one step away from finalizing the long-awaited extension according to multiple sources.

Roma are in a full-fledged crisis following the 1-4 loss to Genoa, but the trust of the management in José Mourinho isn’t wavering at this stage.

Mourinho Brushes Off Chatter Concerning PSG Interest

May 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bayer Leverkusen, Europa League, Italian Football, Ligue 1, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

José Mourinho gave a rare presser ahead of the first leg of the Europa League semis and quickly dismissed the rumors linking him to PSG: “If they really searched for me, then they didn’t find me, because they haven’t talked with me.” He then previewed the clash with Bayer Leverkusen.

Marko Arnautovic has decided to leave Bologna and, as was the case last summer, the prestigious suitors abound, starting with Milan and Roma.

Roma Touch Base for Bologna Star but Milan Are Ahead

May 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, West Ham

Marko Arnautovic has decided to leave Bologna and, as was the case last summer, the prestigious suitors abound, starting with Milan and Roma. The Giallorossi held a meeting with his representatives in the last few weeks. However, the veteran, who previously played for Inter, prefers the Rossoneri.

Alessandro Bastoni dished on the first leg of the EuroDerby and debated with Sandro Tonali in a double interview: "It's a meaningful achievement."

Inter Defender Comments on Upcoming Clash with Milan

May 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Alessandro Bastoni dished on the first leg of the EuroDerby and debated with Sandro Tonali in a double interview: “It’s meaningful for Inter to return to this stage after so much time. I’ve thought about Milan right after we built a 3-1 lead over Benfica."

After going for Nicolò Barella, Newcastle are attempting to sign a different top-end Italian midfielder, Milan's Sandro Tonali.

Tonali Dishes on Magnitude of EuroDerby, Lauds Pioli

May 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Sandro Tonali previewed the anticipated first leg of the EuroDerby and underlined its significance in an interview: “I think that reaching the semifinals is the summary of what we have achieved with the coach in the past three years. The fans gave us incredible strength throughout this journey."

Roma have cleared a hurdle in the project to build the new stadium. The City has approved the deliberation of public interest for the arena in Pietralata.

Roma Make Progress in Plan to Build Their New Stadium

May 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Roma have cleared a significant hurdle in the project to build the new stadium. The City has approved the deliberation of public interest for the arena in Pietralata. Thirty-two councilmen voted in favor, including some members of the local opposition, and three abstained. The goal is to break ground in 2024.

Napoli have collected info about Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, who has yet to receive offers that come close to the valuation set by Lazio.

Milinkovic-Savic Agent Hits Back at Recent Criticism

May 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Sergej Milinkovic-Savic hasn’t played great in the last couple of weeks, drawing scrutiny considering his uncertain future. His agent Mateja Kezman replied in an interview: “Some people use words that are too strong to discuss him and his form. They are enemies of Lazio. It’s a shame."

Author: Enrico Passarella