Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

The race to sign Davide Frattesi has likely reached its finish line, as Inter struck a verbal agreement with Sassuolo on the fee and the formula.

Frattesi Determined to Fulfill Dream to Play for Roma

November 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Davide Frattesi eventually got past the disappointment for not joining Roma last summer. However, he remains adamant about returning to his boyhood club, even though it’s unlikely to happen in the upcoming transfer market window: “It means everything to me. I feel I will manage to move there at some point."

Sergej Milinkovic-Savic has so far reportedly refused to engage in the negotiation to prolong his contract, which is up in 2024.

Lazio Mainstay Unlikely to Force His Way to Juventus

November 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Juventus have long set their sights on Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, and while the player and his entourage sent clues in the same direction, they will have to go through Lazio to onboard him. The Biancocelesti continue to shower him with praise, hoping he will sign an extension. His contract expires in 2024.

Inter covet Marcus Thuram, but Bayern Munich jumped ahead of the competition with a very lucrative offer to sign him on a free transfer.

Inter Facing Stiff Competition for ‘Gladbach Forward

November 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Borussia Moenchengladbach, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Newcastle United, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Inter are keen on Marcus Thuram and will hold talks with his camp in Qatar to try to convince him to join, either in January or June. The forward is on an expiring contract and told Borussia Moenchengladbach that he would not extend it. Bayern Munich and Newcastle are interested too.

Argentina will kick off their World Cup versus Saudi Arabia, and boss Lionel Scaloni will attempt to take home the trophy they haven’t won since 1986.

Argentina Coach Scaloni Praises Lautaro and Paredes

November 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella Argentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, World Cup 2022

Argentina will kick off their World Cup versus Saudi Arabia, and boss Lionel Scaloni will attempt to take home the trophy they haven’t won since 1986: "We took over a national team that had lost three finals in a row. There was plenty of pessimism. Winning Copa America broke the spell."

Top clubs, including Milan and Juventus, are vying to sign Benfica talent Cher Ndour, who grew up learning in the youth sectors of Brescia and Atalanta.

Juventus Interested in Highly-Touted Benfica Prodigy

November 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella Benfica, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Cher Ndour left Italy at a young age to move to Benfica, but he might head back in the summer, as Juventus are tracking him for a potential Bosman move. His contract expires in 2023. The 18-year-old has played with the youth and the second teams so far.

Miguel Alfaro, the representative of Luis Alberto, stated that his client was unhappy with how things were going at Lazio.

Luis Alberto Agent and Lazio Owner Lotito Trade Barbs

November 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Sevilla, Transfer Market

Miguel Alfaro, the representative of Luis Alberto, stated that his client was unhappy with how things were going at Lazio. The Spaniard has had a secondary role thus far, both for tactical reasons and because he hasn’t clicked with coach Maurizio Sarri. President Claudio Lotito quickly rebutted to the agent.

Roma are pondering goalkeeping reinforcements to arrive at the Stadio Olimpico come summer despite Rui Patricio’s contract at the club expiring in 2024.

Juventus Step Up Efforts to Purchase Empoli Goalkeeper

November 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Juventus are seriously interested in acquiring Empoli goalie Guglielmo Vicario. They could already make a move in January and then let him finish the season in Tuscany. The Bianconeri assessed a few alternatives but are zeroing in on him. Roma and Tottenham are also on his trail.

Agent Claims Napoli Want to Onboard Talented Bari Duo

November 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Bari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Napoli are unlikely to do much in January, especially considering how well they have been faring so far and the fact that their summer plans worked to perfection. However, they might consider some forward-looking purchases, signing players for the future, in particular a pair from De Laurentiis-owned Bari.

Agent Rafaela Pimenta previewed the Winter session and discussed a few of his clients after attending the Global Soccer Awards.

Pimenta Dishes on Kean, Pogba, Donnarumma, and Haaland

November 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester City, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Agent Rafaela Pimenta previewed the Winter session and discussed a few of his clients after attending the Global Soccer Awards: “I’m curious to see what will happen since the World Cup is in the middle of the season. I’m sure somebody will fall in love with the players that show well in Qatar."

Hector Bellerin has been linked to a possible move to Roma amid the ongoing Rick Karsdorp saga. However, he’s unlikely to transfer in January.

Right-Back Seeking Roma Keen on Barcelona Fringe Option

November 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Real Madrid, Roma, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Roma are open to partying ways with Rick Karsdorp after José Mourinho showed him the door, but they don’t want to simply loan him out. They wish to monetize on his departure or, at worst, include an obligation to buy in the deal. They have been offered a few players to replace him.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic was honored for his career at the Globe Soccer Awards, where he provided an update on his fitness and weighed in on the season.

Ibrahimovic Eyes Return on the Pitch After Knee Injury

November 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Zlatan Ibrahimovic was honored for his career at the Globe Soccer Awards, where he provided an update on his fitness: “I’m eager to return, I’m fine and I’m working hard. I couldn’t play in the first half of the season, but I hope to be there for the second one."

Nicolas Gonzalez reflected on the disappointment of missing the World Cup due to injury, his Fiorentina spell, and more in an interview.

Argentina Rule Out Serie A Duo for Upcoming World Cup

November 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Argentina, Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, World Cup 2022

Nicolas Gonzalez and Joaquin Correa have been removed from the Argentina squad for the World Cup due to new injuries. The Fiorentina star missed plenty of time in the first portion of the season, also not to rush the rehab, but he got hurt again right before going to Qatar.

Author: Enrico Passarella