Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Danilo has established himself as the leader of the Juventus locker room in the last two or three seasons. He wore the captain’s armband in the Inter clash.

Danilo Teases Upcoming Contract Extension with Juventus

February 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Danilo will prolong his stay at Juventus. He heavily alluded to it in an interview: “Both parties want to stick together, and we have a nice relationship. I think there will be important news in the next few days. as I care about working in a place where I feel good.”

Lautaro Martinez had a few glaring misses in Tuesday's Sampdoria game, which didn’t allow Inter to defeat the lowly opponent.

Sampdoria Draw Exacerbates Inter Simmering Problems

February 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Lautaro Martinez had a few glaring misses in the Sampdoria game, which didn’t allow his team to defeat the lowly opponent. It was a rare poor showing for the striker in 2023, as he has been on fire after the World Cup, considering his five goals in 2023.

Joan Gonzalez has been one of the main revelations of the season, and Milan are keeping tabs on him ahead of the summer window.

Milan Interested in Adding Lecce Budding Midfielder

February 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Joan Gonzalez has been one of the main revelations of the season, and Milan are keeping tabs ahead of the summer. The Spaniard earned a regular role in his first campaign among the pros. The youngster will be in high demand but might stay in Italy.

Salernitana and Spezia are mulling to axe their current gaffers amid their skids. It would be the second firing in the span of a month for Davide Nicola.

Salernitana and Spezia Considering Coaching Changes

February 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Salernitana, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Spezia

Salernitana and Spezia are mulling to axe their current gaffers amid their skids. It would be the second firing in the span of a month for Davide Nicola, who had been dismissed but then recalled after losing 2-8 to Atalanta. The two struggling outfits are eyeing similar options.

Gerry Cardinale wishes to replicate the successes of the Silvio Berlusconi era at the helm of Milan and offered a peek behind the curtain at the club.

Milan Owner Cardinale Paying Rare Visit to the Team

February 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Milan owner Gerry Cardinale will be on the stands for Tuesday’s clash with Tottenham. Going far in the Champions League is pivotal for the strategy of RedBird Capital. Faring well in the most important competition is one of the main vehicles for the club to gain visibility abroad.

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

Inter Stars Caught Quarreling During Sampdoria Tilt

February 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Romelu Lukaku and Nicolò Barella had a visible argument late in the first half of Monday’s Sampdoria game. The striker was fed up with the teammate demonstratively complaining for not getting the ball in an offensive foray after the Belgian had a poor first touch.

Zaniolo Mom Details Break-up with Roma and Transfer

February 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bournemouth, Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Francesca Costa, the mother of Nicolò Zaniolo, defended his son and attacked Roma following the move to Galatasaray: "“He’s not insane nor a traitor. He’s a kid, and he made some mistakes as everybody does, but he’s not like as he has been pictured to serve somebody in the last few weeks."

Pedro has been playing at a high level since he completed a rare crosstown switch from Roma to Lazio. He has entered the final months of his contract,

Lazio Veteran Forward Mulling Reunion with Barcelona

February 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Pedro has been playing at a high level since he completed a rare crosstown switch from Roma to Lazio. He has entered the final months of his contract, and the extension talks haven’t heated up just yet. The club would be happy to keep him, but Barcelona are a threat.

Kaio Jorge, now recovered from knee surgery, played a key role in Juventus’ 8-0 win against the Next Gen side, where he scored an impressive hattrick.

Cruzeiro Take Interest in Unlucky Juventus Youngster

February 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Cruzeiro, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Kaio Jorge is completing his rehab from a massive knee injury, but it’s not so certain his return on the pitch will happen with Juventus. Cruzeiro are keen on bringing the youngster back to Brazil. He has been on the mend for nearly a year due to a patellar tendon tear.

Juventus and Barcelona have an agreement in principle for Franck Kessié, but the player is in no rush to depart and might prefer joining Tottenham.

Inter Continue to Be After Disgruntled Barcelona Star

February 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Inter remain highly interested in bringing Franck Kessié back to Serie A after they and Barcelona considered putting together a swap with Marcelo Brozovic in January. The entourage of the midfielder labeled the recent reports as fake news, but there have been some contacts between the parties.

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis announced that Luciano Spalletti would step down at the end of the season as he wants a sabbatical.

Spalletti on Pace to Register Serie A Seniority Record

February 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Like a well-oiled machine, Napoli picked up their second straight three-nil victory against Cremonese and the sixth in a row in Serie A. They have just one blemish in league play, and their stellar pace has Luciano Spalletti eyeing an elusive record given his age,

Adrien Rabiot recently penned an extension deal at the Allianz Stadium despite being shortlisted by several European clubs over a summer transfer.

Juventus Top Midfielder Always Decisive with His Goals

February 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Juventus corraled their second win in a row in Serie A following the point deduction against Fiorentina, the third overall considering Coppa Italia, with Adrien Rabiot settling the contest with a header in the first half. The Frenchman improved to six goals in the season, which have all been pivotal.

Author: Enrico Passarella