Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Roma have identified Davide Frattesi and Zeki Celik as their next purchases. They need to negotiate with Sassuolo for the former

Roma Tweak Offers for Priority Signings, Land Fullback

June 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma have identified Davide Frattesi and Zeki Celik as their next purchases. They need to negotiate with Sassuolo for the former, but he is eager to join, while the latter is on his way to Italy. The Giallorossi also need to offload multiple rejects.

On top of dishing on Matthijs De Ligt, Juventus chief executive officer Maurizio Arrivabene discussed multiple transfer market-related topics.

Juventus Exec Arrivabene Talks Ronaldo, Dybala and Allegri

June 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

On top of dishing on Matthijs De Ligt, Juventus chief executive officer Maurizio Arrivabene discussed multiple transfer market topics related to the Bianconeri in an interview: "We have a very tight group, and we are working under the radar."

Fiorentina continue to duel with Torino, as they have set their sights on Dennis Praet. The midfield played on loan to the Granata last season.

Fiorentina Rivaling Torino for Leicester City Outcast

June 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Leicester, Monza, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Torino, Transfer Market

Fiorentina continue to duel with Torino, as they have set their sights on Dennis Praet. The midfield played on loan to the Granata last season. They did not pick up their option to buy hoping to be able to renegotiate the terms of the transfer.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia commented on his imminent move to Napoli, and his agent added that he could have arrived in Serie A on a different side.

Napoli Newcomer Kvaratskhelia Could Have Joined Juventus

June 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia commented on his imminent move to Napoli in an interview, and his agent added that he could have arrived in Serie A on a different side in the not-so-distant past. The attacker stated that Spalletti was key for his decision.

The negotiation between directors Paolo Maldini, Ricky Massara and the Milan brass has gone on until the last day of their contracts.

Milan Managerial Power Struggle Goes Down to the Wire

June 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

The negotiation between directors Paolo Maldini, Ricky Massara and the Milan brass has gone on until the last day of their contracts. While nobody forbids them from striking a deal later on, they would not have any tie to the club starting tomorrow.

Amid strong interest from Premier League sides, Matthijs De Ligt has seemed disinterested in engaging in the extension talks with Juventus.

Juventus CEO Seems to Imply that De Ligt Wants Out

June 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester City, Manchester United, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Amid the interest from Premier League, Matthijs De Ligt has seemed disinterested in engaging in the extension talks with Juventus, which wish to add two years to his deal expiring in 2024. CEO Arrivabene added fuel to fire in an interview.

Romelu Lukaku is officially back at Inter. The striker was unveiled by president Steven Zhang with a video on Twitter before the formal announcement.

Inter Confirm Lukaku Return After One Year at Chelsea

June 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Romelu Lukaku is officially back at Inter. The striker was unveiled by president Steven Zhang with a video on Twitter before the formal announcement. The Belgian star forced his way back to Milan after a tumultuous season at Chelsea.

Milan might come up completely empty-handed in their lengthy pursuits of Lille cornerstones Sven Botman and Renato Sanches.

Milan Now Trailing PSG in Race to Buy Renato Sanches

June 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Ligue 1, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan might come up completely empty-handed in their lengthy chase of Lille stars Sven Botman and Renato Sanches. The defender finalized his rich move to Newcastle United yesterday. The Portuguese international is touted to prefer PSG.

Milan and Roma are both searching for a left-footed defender and are keeping tabs on Bayer Leverkusen prodigy Piero Hincapié.

Milan and Roma Set Sights on Bayer Leverkusen Starlet

June 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Barcelona, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Milan and Roma are both searching for a left-footed defender and are keeping tabs on Bayer Leverkusen prodigy Piero Hincapié. The Ecuadorian defender moved to Europe last summer and fared very well in his first season in Bundesliga.

Lazio are pursuing Real Madrid prospect Mario Gila. The center-back has spent the early stages of his career at the Castilla.

Lazio in Advanced Talks for Young Real Madrid Defender

June 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Hellas Verona, Italian Football, La Liga, Lazio, Monza, Napoli, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio are pursuing Real Madrid prospect Mario Gila. The center-back has spent the early stages of his career at the Castilla, with which he has collected 75 appearances. The Biancocelesti are nearing an agreement on a loan with option to buy.

Atalanta will need to clear a couple of hurdles to acquire Ederson from Salernitana, as the talks with the players involved are lagging.

Atalanta Attempt to Purchase Salernitana Ace Hits Snag

June 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Salernitana, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Atalanta will need to clear a couple of hurdles to acquire Ederson from Salernitana. While the two clubs have agreed on the package, which would include Matteo Lovato, they are having trouble coming to terms with the two players involved.

Serie A are adding some excitement to the Scudetto and relegation races, which will be decided in a single-elimination playoff.

Serie A Spices Things Up with Introduction of Playoff

June 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Serie A are adding some excitement to the Scudetto and relegation races, which will be decided in a single-elimination playoff when two teams finish with the same amount of points. The FIGC council formally approved the modification.

Author: Enrico Passarella