Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Juventus will have to trim their squad to make room for a January addition and they could part ways with Daniele Rugani, who has suitors in Serie A.

Empoli Eye Juventus Defender to Replace Outbound Prodigy

August 1, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Empoli, Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Empoli are on the brink of selling Mattia Viti to Nice, and they have inquired with Juventus about Daniele Rugani to substitute him. The Bianconeri are open to loaning him out, as they did two years ago when they shipped him to Rennes.

Giacomo Raspadori has accepted the contract offered to Napoli, but while they seek an agreement with Sassuolo, Juventus have shown interest too.

Juventus Interfere with Napoli Attempt for Raspadori

August 1, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Giacomo Raspadori has accepted the contract offered to Napoli, but while they seek an agreement with Sassuolo, Juventus are keeping tabs on the negotiation to see whether they can still hijack it. The Bianconeri are looking for an attacker.

Inter have identified Denzel Dumfries as the player to profit from by the end of the balance session to adhere to the request of their Chinese ownership.

Inter Shortlist Three Alternatives for the Right Flank

August 1, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Torino, Transfer Market

With Chelsea and Manchester United tracking Denzel Dumfries, Inter are quietly considering possible replacements. Milan Skriniar is now closer to staying, so the Dutchman might be made available to help the team’s finances.

Luciano Spalletti addressed some transfer market topics following a friendly between Napoli and Mallorca, which ended in a 1-1 tie.

Spalletti Comments on Zielinski, Kim and Kvaratskhelia

August 1, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Luciano Spalletti addressed some transfer market topics following a friendly between Napoli and Mallorca, which ended in a 1-1 tie: "We reduced the payroll this summer and now we'll focus on improving and completing our squad."

After a never-ending negotiation, Milan are about to put their hands on Charles De Ketelaere. The player personally took action to facilitate the move.

Milan Finally Reach Finish Line in De Ketelaere Deal

July 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

After a never-ending negotiation, Milan are about to put their hands on Charles De Ketelaere. The player personally took action to facilitate the move. On top of sitting out the recent matches, he stopped practicing to avoid any risk.

Tammy Abraham has taken a decisive step back in his second season at Roma. He has scored just 4 goals in 21 appearances so far, routinely missing sitters.

Abraham Lauds Dybala, Shrugs Off Premier League Return

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

Tammy Abraham warmly welcomed Paulo Dybala and discussed a few Roma-related and personal topics in an interview: "It’s privilege for us to have somebody of his caliber in our squad. It means a lot to the fans and even more to us."

Rumors from Italy and England linked Juventus to Roberto Firmino, but they were disproven. The Bianconeri are looking for a forward, but it won’t be him.

Juventus Not Close to Adding Liverpool Ace Despite Buzz

July 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Liverpool, Manchester United, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Rumors from Italy and England linked Juventus to Roberto Firmino, but they were disproven. The Bianconeri are looking for a forward, but it won’t be the Liverpool star. The Reds plan to keep him despite his contract and their additions.

Napoli have recently extended the contracts of Frank Anguissa and Stanislav Lobotka, and their midfield partner Piotr Zielinski is next in line.

Napoli Eye Spurs Outcast as West Ham Target Zielinski

July 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market

West Ham are making a serious effort to acquire Piotr Zielinski from Napoli. They are looking to bend their resistance by showering them with money. The player himself has some reservations, as he would miss out on Champions League.

Roma have left for Israel, where they will face Tottenham, leaving a few men behind and thus fueling the chatter about some possible departures.

Israel Trip Omissions Hint at Upcoming Roma Departures

July 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A

Roma left for Israel, where they will face Tottenham, leaving a few men behind due to injuries and transfer market-related reasons, fueling the chatter about some departures. The most notable ones were Veretout, Carles Perez and Shomurodov.

Napoli recently saluted Dries Mertens through some social media posts, but not everybody is buying it, starting with Royal Antwerp's president Gheysens.

Antwerp President Says Napoli and Mertens Are Bluffing

July 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Napoli recently saluted Dries Mertens through some social media posts, but not everybody is buying it. Paul Gheysens, the president of Royal Antwerp, believes the strike could still re-up with the Partenopei, which are pursuing Raspadori.

Inter wish to keep Milan Skriniar following the Gleison Bremer debacle, but it isn’t a certainty yet, while Stefan De Vrij is more likely to stay put.

De Vrij More Certain to Remain at Inter than Skriniar

July 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter wish to keep Milan Skriniar following the Bremer debacle, but it isn’t a certainty yet, while Stefan De Vrij is more likely to stay put. PSG haven’t stopped pursuing the Slovak, who can’t be outright taken off the market due to contract.

Atalanta intend to lean mostly on their in-house resources to make up for the doping-related absence of José Luis Palomino.

Atalanta Rethink Defensive Strategies Without Palomino

July 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Atalanta intend to lean mostly on their in-house resources to make up for the doping-related absence of José Luis Palomino. Even in the best-case scenario, he will miss a significant chunk of the upcoming season, but they have options.

Author: Enrico Passarella