Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Napoli and Fabian Ruiz are negotiating a new contract, as his current one expires in 2023, president Aurelio De Laurentiis suggested.

Napoli Engaged in Contractual Standoff with Fabian Ruiz

June 2, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Napoli and Fabian Ruiz are negotiating a new contract, as his current one expires in 2023. President Aurelio De Laurentiis indicated that his agents would reply to the offer in a couple of weeks. A negative outcome could lead to his departure.

Juventus have Aymeric Laporte among the several options to replace Giorgio Chiellini. However, he is extremely expensive.

Manchester City Ace Long Shot Mark for Juventus Defense

June 2, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester City, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus have Aymeric Laporte among the several options to replace Giorgio Chiellini. However, he is extremely expensive and Manchester City would sign off on his departure only if they acquired top another center-back this summer.

Paulo Dybala has reportedly accepted the contract offered by Roma. José Mourinho has been pushing for the addition in the last couple of weeks.

Dybala Buttoned-Up About His Future After Italy Clash

June 2, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Newcastle United, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Paulo Dybala rounded the score in the Finalissima and did not give away much about his future: “I am serene. The people that work with me are handling the talks, while I focus on the matches with the national team. I know Serie A very well."

Sassuolo might lose Gianluca Scamacca and have earmarked Augustin Alvarez to replace him. The Uruguayan striker was close to joining Fiorentina in January.

Sassuolo Emerge as Strong Suitors for Penarol Starlet

June 2, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Sassuolo might lose Gianluca Scamacca and have earmarked Augustin Alvarez to replace him. The Uruguayan striker was close to joining Fiorentina in January. Penarol president Ignacio Ruglio admitted that they are about to receive a bid.

Romelu Lukaku is receiving increasingly wealthy offers from Saudi Arabia, but he’s not wavering as he wishes to join Juventus.

Inter Face Race Against the Clock to Bring Back Lukaku

June 2, 2022 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Inter met with Sebastien Ledure, the lawyer of Romelu Lukaku, to discuss his return. The Nerazzurri would not have issues on his personal terms as he is ready to do whatever it takes. Still, the negotiation with Chelsea has not started.

Jorge Mendes proposed Isco to Roma, which are in the hunt for midfielders. He will be available on a free transfer this summer as his contract runs out.

Roma Offered Isco by Agent, Track Wolverhampton Star

June 1, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter, Italian Football, Real Madrid, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Jorge Mendes proposed Isco to Roma, which are in the hunt for midfielders. He will be available on a free transfer as his contract runs out. The Giallorossi have concluded several deals with the powerful agent, who also represents José Mourinho.

Fiorentina are looking for a right-back to replace Alvaro Odriozola, and Dodo has become the top option. They are eyeing Raoul Bellanova and Zeki Celik too.

Fiorentina Turn Attention Toward Shakhtar Right-Back

June 1, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market, Udinese

Fiorentina are looking for a right-back to replace Alvaro Odriozola, and Dodo has become the leading option. The Viola also have Raoul Bellanova and Zeki Celik in their sights. However, they face more competition in those instances.

As anticipated, RedBird Capital has completed the first stage of the Milan takeover today. The parties put pen to paper and announced the €1.2B acquisition.

RedBird Capital Finalizes First Step of Milan Takeover

June 1, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

As anticipated, RedBird Capital has completed the first stage of the Milan takeover today. The parties put pen to paper and announced the €1.2B acquisition earlier today. Previous owners Elliott will remain involved with a minority stake.

Ostigard, who spent 2022 at Genoa from Brighton, is in pole position for a move down south to Napoli, as the Italians search for Tuanzebe's replacement.

Napoli Negotiating with Brighton to Sign Genoa Loanee

June 1, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Napoli have opened talks with Brighton to acquire Leo Ostigard. The defender spent the second half of last season on loan to Genoa. He showed well even though his stint ended with his side getting relegated. He will be on the move again.

José Mourinho commented on his return to Serie A and hailed the European Conference League victory in a lengthy interview.

Mourinho Reflects upon His First Season Helming Roma

June 1, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

José Mourinho commented on his return to Serie A and the European Conference League victory in an interview: “In my mind, it is on the same level as other cups because it gave me strong emotions, regardless of its stature."

Casillas and Di Maria played together at Real Madrid for five years, winning the 2014 UEFA Champions League trophy and a host of other trophies enroute.

Juventus to Meet Di Maria Agent, All Set for Pogba Return

June 1, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Juventus director Federico Cherubini will be in London today for the Finalissima and will use the trip to talk with Jorge Mendes, the agent of Angel Di Maria. The Argentinian attacker is keen on joining but his contract needs to be further discussed.

Roma will have to address their midfield with multiple summer moves. They have a plethora of moving pieces at the position.

Roma Dealing with Plenty of Uncertainty in the Midfield

May 31, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Roma will have to address their midfield with multiple summer moves. On top of the long-standing absence of a maestro, the Giallorossi risk losing Henrikh Mkhitaryan, might not keep Sergio Olivera, and wish to sell Jordan Veretout.

Author: Enrico Passarella