Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has taken Serie A by storm, bagging three goals in his first two appearances with Napoli. The Partenopei acquired him for a cheap fee.

Napoli Transfer Market Coup Was a Long Time Coming

August 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has taken Serie A by storm, bagging three goals in his first two appearances with Napoli. The Partenopei acquired him for a cheap fee. However, the deal wasn’t easy and came to fruition after a lengthy chase, where they had to stave off multiple suitors.

While Inter are tracking Trevoh Chalobah and Manuel Akanji, Francesco Acerbi is waiting for them, hoping to reunite with Simone Inzaghi.

Inzaghi Keen on Acerbi But His Tips Have Been Mixed

August 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Borussia Dortmund, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

While Inter are tracking Trevoh Chalobah and Manuel Akanji, Francesco Acerbi is waiting for them, hoping to reunite with Simone Inzaghi. The Nerazzurri and Lazio are in advanced talks for a loan spell, although the former have other priorities. He would be the third acquisition suggested by the coach.

Sassuolo director Giovanni Carnevali announced that there would not be further sales, while they will try to sign some more players.

Sassuolo CEO Rules Out More Exits, Expects Additions

August 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Spezia, Transfer Market

Sassuolo sporting director Giovanni Carnevali announced that there would not be further sales, while they will try to sign some more players, especially because of the early injuries. The executive talked during Pinamonti's introductory presser, voicing his satisfaction for how the window went and hitting at more moves.

Massimiliano Allegri has signed off on onboarding Arkadiusz Milik, and Juventus also deepened the contacts to bring in Leandro Paredes.

Juventus Land Milik, Maintain Pole Position for Paredes

August 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Marseille, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Massimiliano Allegri has signed off on onboarding Arkadiusz Milik, and Juventus also deepened the contacts to bring in their long-time target Leandro Paredes. The Polish striker will arrive in Turin later today after his agent spent about a day in town to put the finishing touches on the agreements.

Ciro Immobile made his return to the Lazio training center Wednesday, a few days after his car accident. He's nursing three injuries.

Immobile Prognosticates Tallies of Top Serie A Strikers

August 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Borussia Dortmund, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Sevilla, Transfer Market

Ciro Immobile addressed the criticism against him, looked back at his career, and previewed the 2022/2023 season and the fray for the Capocannoniere title in an interview with former teammate turned pundit Marco Parolo: "I think that only when I will stop playing everybody will realize what I really achieved."

Chelsea have set sights on Rafael Leao, but they haven’t reached out to Milan to start negotiating. The Rossoneri don’t want to sell their ace.

Chelsea Eyeing Milan Star but Have Not Opened Talks

August 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Chelsea have set sights on Rafael Leao, but they haven’t reached out to Milan to start negotiating. The Rossoneri don’t want to sell their ace, but a humungous offer could hard to turn down. Given its size, it would be challenging to put together the deal in the final days of the window.

Roma need to let go of one of their backup strikes to onboard Andrea Belotti, and Felix Afena-Gyan is the closest to exit.

Roma Closing In on Solution to Unlock Belotti Arrival

August 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Cremonese, Fulham, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Roma need to let go of one of their backup strikes to onboard Andrea Belotti, and Felix Afena-Gyan is the closest to exit. Cremonese have come forward for the youngster. The two teams are in advanced talks for a transfer and are nearing an agreement on a €9M package.

Former Milan mainstay Zvonimir Boban, who currently works as UEFA’s Chief of Football, has offered Mourinho a piece of tactical advice for his Roma team.

Boban Objects Ibra Call, Dishes on Milan Title and Exit

August 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Former Milan player and executive Zvonimir Boban, who’s back at UEFA, commented on Zlatan Ibrahimovic re-upping his contract in an interview. The former attacker commented on his messy departure fromt he club, Paolo Maldini's role, last year's title, De Ketelaere, and the Scudetto race for the 2022/2023 season.

Juventus continue negotiating to sign Leandro Paredes, and they have identified Douglas Luiz as a fallback if they couldn't strike a deal.

Roma Join Juventus in Race for PSG Surplus Midfielder

August 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella Borussia Dortmund, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Marseille, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Despite the difficulties in offloading players, Juventus remain hot on the trail of Leandro Paredes, but Roma have come into the picture following the injury to Georginio Wijnaldum. Neither team has a lot to spend. They are hopeful PSG will eventually agree to an initial loan with option to buy.

While they search for a midfielder, Milan met again with the entourage of Sandro Tonali to discuss his new contact. His current one expires in 2026.

Milan Advance Tonali Talks, Face Issue for New Midfielder

August 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bordeaux, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Torino, Transfer Market

While they search for a midfielder, Milan met again with the entourage of Sandro Tonali to discuss his new contact. His current one expires in 2026. The club would like to tack on another year on top of giving him a pay bump. Instead, their chase of Jean Onana has hit a small snag.

Keylor Navas is eager to join Napoli, but it’s not easy to come to terms with PSG. More so because the negotiation for Fabian Ruiz hasn’t progressed.

Keylor Navas Pushing for Napoli Move amid Obstacles

August 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Keylor Navas is eager to join Napoli, but it’s not easy for the parties to come to terms, more so because the negotiation between the Azzurri and PSG for Fabian Ruiz hasn’t progressed much in recent days. The goalkeeper would transfer to Serie A with significantly lower wages.

More teams have come forward to try to acquire Fode Ballo-Touré, but Milan haven’t decided whether they want to let go of him just yet.

More Outfits Come Asking for Milan Fringe Defender

August 23, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Lecce, Nice, Nottingham Forest, Parma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Tottenham, Transfer Market

More teams have come forward to try to acquire Fode Ballo-Touré, but Milan haven’t decided whether they want to let go of him just yet. Galatasaray inquired about him last week. Nice and Nottingham Forest did the same in the last few days. The Rossoneri have reached out to the entourage of Japhet Tanganga.

Author: Enrico Passarella