Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Milan director Paolo Maldini admitted the difficulties but urged to avoid panicking following the large defeat to Lazio Tuesday.

Maldini Not Negotiating Just Contract with Milan Owner

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

Paolo Maldini has yet to extend his contract with Milan, which has hindered the club on the transfer market. The signature is said to be imminent, as his deal expires in four days. He is reportedly debating a few technical matters with the new owners.

Atalanta are nearing an agreement with Salernitana for Ederson. The midfielder turned heads since coming over from Brazil in January.

Atalanta Frontrunners to Sign Salernitana Revelation

June 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Monza, Salernitana, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

Atalanta are nearing an agreement with Salernitana for Ederson. The midfielder turned heads since joining in January and was instrumental in the Granata’s bid to avoid relegation. La Dea are putting together a package including at least one player.

Milan are monitoring less expensive targets in case Sven Botman joined Newcastle United or PSG, or if they simply decided not to splurge in the defense.

Milan Keeping Tabs on Cheaper Names to Shore Up Defense

June 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Milan are monitoring less expensive targets in case Sven Botman joined Newcastle United or PSG, or if they simply decided not to make a sizeable investment in the defense. The Rossoneri are eyeing a trio of young specialists and Francesco Acerbi.

Salvatore Esposito is drawing interest from multiple Serie A sides, including Lazio. The talented midfielder recently debuted with the Azzurri.

Lazio Among Pack of Teams Pursuing SPAL Midfield Talent

June 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Monza, Napoli, Salernitana, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Serie B, Spal, Transfer Market

Salvatore Esposito is drawing interest from multiple Serie A sides, including Lazio. The talented midfielder debuted with the Azzurri in the Nations League matches. Monza, Napoli, Sassuolo, Sampdoria, and Salernitana also gathered intel on him.

Roma CEO Tiago Pinto met with Claudio Vigorelli, the agent of Nicolò Zaniolo to inform that they would not negotiate a new contract in the summer.

Roma Willing to Play a Dangerous Game with Zaniolo

June 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Newcastle United, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Roma CEO Tiago Pinto met with Claudio Vigorelli, the agent of Nicolò Zaniolo, yesterday. The exec communicated that the management would not negotiate his new contract during the summer. He is tied to the club until 2024.

The top executives of the Rossoneri had a summit with the agents of Douglas Luiz yesterday at Casa Milan. The midfielder has just a year on his contract.

Milan Touch Base with Entourage of Aston Villa Star

June 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

The top executives of the Rossoneri had a summit with the agents of Douglas Luiz yesterday at Casa Milan. The midfielder has a year on his contract. Aston Villa could sell him for a good offer having already snatched a replacement in Boubacar Kamara.

The next wave of accusations against Juventus risks involving several more sides, both in the courts of justice and on the pitch.

Inter Have Offered Incentive-Laden Contract to Dybala

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

Inter have tendered three different contracts to Paulo Dybala since he bid farewell to Juventus. They have not received a firm yes on any of them yet. In addition, following the finalization of the return of Romelu Lukaku, the club wishes to unclog the attack first.

Juventus have all but confirmed the transfer of Paris Saint-Germain outcast Leandro Paredes. Arsenal were rejected in the last minute by the player himself.

Juventus Keen on Putting Together Swap Deal with PSG

June 23, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Leandro Paredes has been routinely linked to Serie A sides in the last few windows, and Juventus continue to consider him an option to bolster their midfield. The Argentinian international recently announced that he would stay at PSG, but it is not a given.

Lazio president Claudio Lotito reflected on his long tenure at the helm of the club and the upcoming transfer market window.

Lotito Muses on His Contribution to Lazio and Drops Hints

June 23, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio president Claudio Lotito reflected on his long tenure at the helm of the club and the upcoming transfer market window during an event: "We aim to be more competitive and surge to an important role in the European landscape.”

Koulibaly enters the final year of his Napoli contract, and a summer exit might be imminent. Chelsea are the newest serious addition to the list of suitors.

Koulibaly Could Stay at Napoli Even Without New Deal

June 23, 2022 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Napoli and Kalidou Koulibaly have not made much progress in the extension talks. Even though he has just one year on his contract, it is far from a certainty he will leave even if he does not come to terms with the management.

The Curva Nord did not wait for Inter to wait to finalize the formalities for the reunion with Romelu Lukaku, revealing their less-than-enthusiastic stance.

Inter Curva Nord Gives Returning Lukaku Cold Shoulder

June 23, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

The Curva Nord did not wait for Inter to wait to finalize the formalities for the reunion with Romelu Lukaku, revealing their less-than-enthusiastic stance on the striker. They had previously heavily criticized him for forcing his way to Chelsea.

Angel Di Maria is taking his time before answering to Juventus, and from Turin they are starting to believe he is waiting for Barcelona.

Juventus Suspect Di Maria Prefers Barcelona over Them

June 23, 2022 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Angel Di Maria is taking his time before answering to Juventus, and from Turin they are starting to believe he is waiting for Barcelona to solve the issues that prevent them from adding players before joining them. They have to conduct some sales first.

Author: Enrico Passarella