Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Olivier Giroud has decided to wait to announce his Milan departure, but further confirmations about his MLS future have come from France manager Deschamps.

Deschamps Spoils Giroud Choice, Milan Haggling with Duo

May 2, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, MLS, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Olivier Giroud has decided to wait to announce his Milan departure, but further confirmations about his MLS future have come from France manager Didier Deschamps: “He made a sporting and life choice. Despite his age, he still has the right fire inside him."

PSG maintain their pole position to acquire Victor Osimhen next summer, but their opening offer might be way lower than what Napoli demand.

PSG Lead English Teams for Napoli Ace But Offer Is Low

May 2, 2024 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Liverpool, Manchester United, Napoli, Premier League, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

PSG maintain their pole position to acquire Victor Osimhen next summer, but their opening offer might be way lower than what Napoli demand. The marksman returned to form in the recent rounds, hitting the net thrice in the last four.

Antonio Conte has been linked to Napoli in recent weeks, but Chelsea have started courting him ahead of a potential return.

Chelsea Open Talks to Orchestrate Reunion with Conte

May 2, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Napoli, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Antonio Conte has been linked to Napoli in recent weeks, but Chelsea have started courting him ahead of a potential return. They are leaning toward sacking Mauricio Pochettino following a disappointing season. The parties have been in touch as of late.

Juventus have taken more steps toward signing Riccardo Calafiori, who has long been their number one target to shore up the rearguard.

Juventus Getting Closer to Snapping Up Tottenham Target

May 2, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Juventus have taken more steps toward signing Riccardo Calafiori, who has long been their number one target to shore up the rearguard. They will move on from Alex Sandro and have yet to come to terms with Daniele Rugani, who has an expiring contract.

Alessandro Bastoni is only 25 but doesn’t rule out spending the remainder of his career at Inter: "I'd like to repay the affection."

Bastoni Keen on Staying at Inter for Rest of His Career

May 2, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Alessandro Bastoni is only 25 but doesn’t rule out spending the remainder of his career at Inter: “I feel likely saying I could stay here forever, especially after the celebrations and the affection shown by everybody, which I'd like to repay."

Parma are back in Serie A three seasons after getting relegated. The Ducali clinched a top-two finish with three matches to go by drawing with Bari.

Parma Seal Serie A Return Following Three-Year Hiatus

May 1, 2024 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Parma, Serie A, Serie B Leave a comment

Parma are back in Serie A three seasons after getting relegated. The Ducali clinched a top-two finish with three matches to go by drawing with Bari on Wednesday after their chasers, Venezia and Como, failed to claim all three points in their respective matches.

Luis Alberto has been playing well since he announced he would leave Lazio at the end of the season, looking reinvigorated and committed to the cause

Luis Alberto Remains Determined to Depart Lazio

May 1, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Lazio, Ligue 1, Marseille, Monza, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Sevilla, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Luis Alberto has been playing well since he announced he would leave Lazio at the end of the season, looking reinvigorated and committed to the cause and buying into the scheme and philosophy of new coach Igor Tudor.

Napoli have reaped major benefits from signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for cheap and aim to replicate such a deal by targeting more Georgian players.

Napoli Would Like to Onboard More Georgian Players

May 1, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Torino, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Napoli have reaped major benefits from signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for cheap and aim to replicate such a deal by targeting more Georgian players. Five who play across Europe have caught their attention in particular. The Partenopei will have to bolster multiple positions.

Milan are regrouping following the fan protest against Julen Lopetegui, and Roberto De Zerbi is being considered, but it'd be costly.

Milan Wouldn’t Face a Lot of Competition for De Zerbi

May 1, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Brighton, Bundesliga, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Milan are regrouping following the fan protest against Julen Lopetegui, and Roberto De Zerbi is being considered, although he’d be by far the most expensive option. Considering the international landscape, there’s a clear pathway to hire him, but they’d have to overcome Brighton’s resistance.

Inter are reportedly racking Matt O’Riley, who’s turning heads across Europe with his great performances at Celtic Glasgow.

Inter Keeping Tabs on Productive Celtic Glasgow Star

May 1, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Inter are reportedly tracking Matt O’Riley, who’s turning heads across Europe with his great performances at Celtic Glasgow. Serie A teams are no strangers to poaching players from the Scotting League. He has bagged 13 goals this campaign.

Juventus exec Cristiano Giuntoli met with Veronique Rabiot, the mother and agent of Adrien, last week, but there were no tangible advancements.

Juventus Eye PSG Misfit as Rabiot Standstill Continues

May 1, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Juventus exec Cristiano Giuntoli met with Veronique Rabiot, the mother and agent of Adrien, last week, but there were no tangible advancements as far as the negotiation to renew his expiring contract is concerned, The Old Lady hasn't tabled its proposal yet.

Stefano Pioli could land on his feet once Milan officialize his sacking, as, on top of Napoli, Bologna would also take a look at him too.

Milan Coach Poised to Become an Option for Bologna

May 1, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Stefano Pioli could land on his feet once Milan officialize his sacking, as, on top of Napoli, Bologna would also take a look at him if they had to replace Thiago Motta. It would be a return for him. He's highly regarded by director Sartori.

Author: Enrico Passarella