Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Lazio and Mateja Kezman, the agent of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, have been in touch lately, but they have made little progress on an extension.

Talks Between Lazio and Milinkovic-Savic Keep Stalling

December 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Lazio and Mateja Kezman, the agent of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, have been in touch lately, but they have made little progress on an extension. His current contract expires in 2024. The Biancocelesti aren’t considering a January sale, but their hand will be forced in the summer sans an agreement.

If Leao leaves, with Paris Saint-Germain one of the clubs eyeing him, Milan will target two players who they have kept close tabs on.

Manchester City Barge Into Race for Milan Top Forward

December 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Manchester City, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Manchester City are the latest team to set sight on Rafael Leao amid a challenging contractual negotiation with Milan. The ace returned to Italy yesterday to prepare for Serie A’s resumption. The talks with the club are ongoing, but a new meeting with his agent has yet to be scheduled.

Roma are in advanced talks to sign Rasmus Kristensen from Leeds United, but Rick Karsdorp has no intention of leaving and is blocking a new arrival.

Karsdorp Lawyer Slams Mourinho for Incident, Asks Out

December 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Rick Karsdorp has been practicing regularly and participated in the recent friendlies after José Mourinho targeted him, but the issue is far from being solved. His lawyer Salvatore Civale dished on the matter: "When somebody of the coach's caliber speaks that way, it creates a hostile environment."

Inter considered partying ways with Robin Gosens, but they are now set to keep him in January, giving him another chance to prove his worth.

Inter Confident Struggling Fullback Will Bounce Back

December 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter considered partying ways with Robin Gosens, but they are now set to keep him in January, giving him another chance to prove his worth. He has failed to live up to expectations since transferring to Milan from Atalanta due to previous injuries and precarious conditioning.

Milan are interested in Ivan Fresneda but face plenty of competition to onboard the talented fullback. He has a €20M release clause in his contract.

Juventus Face Race Against Clock for Valladolid Prodigy

December 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Spezia, Transfer Market

Juventus set sights on Ivan Fresneda a few weeks ago, but the timing will be crucial for their chase to be successful. The youngster has turned heads this season and is in the crosshairs of several clubs. The Bianconeri are after multiple options, but they don't have a big budget for January.

Lazio have been offered the opportunity to onboard Federico Bonazzoli and Rolland Sallai, but they aren't contemplating adding a striker for now.

Lazio Offered Salernitana Striker and Freiburg Winger

December 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Salernitana, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Lazio have routinely sought a striker that could deputize Ciro Immobile, as they had to adapt Felipe Anderson to the role when the star was unavailable. However, at this stage, they aren’t contemplating any addition since they have little room to fit it into their wages-bill.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia talked about his superb impact on Serie A and Napoli’s excellent start to the season: "We'll do anything to achieve our objective."

Kvaratskhelia Dishes on Napoli Move and Scudetto Goal

December 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia talked about his superb impact on Serie A and Napoli’s excellent start to the season: “There’s a long way to go and many games left, but each one will be key and we’ll do everything to achieve our objective. I believe in the title, then time will tell.”

The Juventus midfield will be in flux in the next two windows and, it if was up to Massimiliano Allegri, they’d target Alexis Mac Allister to shore it up.

Juventus Join Busy and Expensive Race for Brighton Star

December 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Brighton, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

The Juventus midfield will be in flux in the next two windows and, it if was up to Massimiliano Allegri, they’d target Alexis Mac Allister to shore it up. The coach was impressed by his performances in the World Cup. However, multiple teams are ready to bid for the Brighton star.

Sassuolo boss Alessio Dionisi hopes Domenico Berardi will be healthy in the second half of the season and will contribute to lifting the team.

Dionisi Likens Berardi Importance to Sassuolo to Mbappé

December 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella France, Italian Football, PSG, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Sassuolo boss Alessio Dionisi hopes Domenico Berardi will be healthy in the second half of the season and will contribute to lifting the team: “We missed him a lot, he’s as important to us as Kylian Mbappé is to France. It’s a low-score sport, so players are decisive."

Tanguy Ndombélé hasn’t been a full-time starter since joining Napoli, but he has been a regular and the Azzurri wish to keep him past his loan spell.

Napoli Want to Negotiate Fee to Keep Tottenham Outcast

December 27, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Tanguy Ndombélé hasn’t been a full-time starter since joining Napoli, but he has been a regular and managed to stay healthy, performing at an adequate level in the midfield. He has featured in 18 matches, making 8 starts. He arrived on loan with option to buy from Tottenham last summer.

Andrea Agnelli chaired his last shareholder meeting today and commented on his resignation caused by several accusations of financial crimes.

Andrea Agnelli Weighs in on Resignation and Allegations

December 27, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Andrea Agnelli chaired his last shareholders' meeting today and commented on his resignation caused by several accusations of financial crimes: “The decision the leave my position as president wasn’t easy. Besides loving Juventus, I’ve always strived to achieve the best possible results on and off the pitch."

Frederic Massara was reportedly targeted by Juventus, but they are leaning in different directions, and he could extend his contract with Milan soon.

Milan Expected to Have Quiet January Transfer Window

December 27, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Milan aren’t expected to be active in January when they’ll try to address some needs through cheap moves. Their budget for the winter is small, and they won’t use it just because. The pricey acquisitions will be reserved for the summer. The Rossoneri plan to take care of pivotal contract extensions.

Author: Enrico Passarella