Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Roma plan to sign a distributor in the midfield once they will have offloaded Amadou Diawara. The 24-year-old has received plenty of requests.

Roma Linked to Argentinian Veteran to Add to the Midfield

January 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma plan to sign a distributor in the midfield once they will have offloaded Amadou Diawara. The 24-year-old has received plenty of requests. It is unlikely that the Giallorossi will get much from his departure, though. They are mostly seeking cheap options to round out the squad.

Milan probably will not sign Sven Botman in January, but their second-best outcome would be him staying at Lille past deadline day.

Milan Open to Waiting Until the Summer to Acquire Botman

January 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Milan probably will not sign Sven Botman in January, but their second-best outcome would be him staying at Lille past deadline day. Les Dogues put up stiff resistance during the current window. However, they could be more lenient next summer. Newcastle are also going after the Dutch center-back.

Filip Kostic and Robin Gosens are the top Inter targets to bolster the left flank. The Nerazzurri are mulling over making an investment in the role.

Inter Line Up More Foreign Options to Shore Up Left Wing

January 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Filip Kostic and Robin Gosens are the top Inter targets to bolster the left flank. The Nerazzurri are mulling an investment in the role. They will likely have to bring in two pieces between January and June given Ivan Perisic's uncertain future. They are eyeing another Bundesliga specialist and a former Atalanta man.

With a notable delay compared to when he originally took the medicals, Atalanta announced the signing of Jeremie Boga yesterday.

Atalanta Finally Announce Boga, Weigh Departures Up Front

January 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

With a notable delay compared to when he took the medicals, Atalanta announced the signing of Jeremie Boga. The club reportedly faced issues while dealing with his entourage and the commissions. La Dea will let Roberto Piccoli leave on loan, but they are likely to keep Aleksey Miranchuk and Duvan Zapata.

Juventus have started to track Genoa revelation Andrea Cambiaso. The Bianconeri wish to bring in more Italians and have been impressed by the 20-year-old.

Juventus Interested in Young Genoa Fullback for the Future

January 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Juventus have started to track Genoa revelation Andrea Cambiaso. The Bianconeri wish to bring in more Italian talents and have been impressed by the versatility of the 20-year-old. Even if their pursuit were successful, it would not be an immediate addition. They have major uncertainty on the defensive flanks.

The Azzurri will not play a friendly during the break, but they will gather at Coverciano for three days. Mario Balotelli will make his Italy return after seven years.

Balotelli Officially Named in Italy Squad for Upcoming Camp

January 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, The Azzurri

The Azzurri will not play a friendly during the break, but they will gather at Coverciano for three days. Mario Balotelli will make his Italy return after seven years. Roberto Mancini has called up 35 men for the minicamp. A few youngsters, plus Joao Pedro and Luiz Felipe will make their debut.

Lazio need to part ways with some players to finance the potential acquisitions, but Luis Alberto will not be among them in January.

Luis Alberto Denies Reports on January Departure from Lazio

January 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Lazio need to part ways with some players to finance the potential acquisitions, but Luis Alberto will not be among them in January. The inventive midfielder shot down the rumors after the draw with Atalanta: "I have talked with the president and, as long as he does not push me away, I am fine here.”

On top of trying to strengthen the squad, Juventus are looking for new homes for two loanees, Douglas Costa and Mohamed Ihattaren.

Juventus in Talks to Find New Destinations for Two Loanees

January 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Sampdoria, Serie A, Transfer Market

On top of trying to strengthen the squad, Juventus are looking for new homes for two loanees. Douglas Costa is likely to depart Gremio after the relegation. In addition, Mohamed Ihattaren made it clear that he would leave Sampdoria. Ajax and Utrecht are battling to bring in the youngster.

Napoli made a serious attempt to sign Nicolas Tagliafico, but they will likely come up empty-handed. The fullback is also being pursued by Barcelona.

Napoli Trail Barcelona in Tagliafico Race, Eye Alternative

January 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli made a serious attempt to sign Nicolas Tagliafico, but they will likely come up empty-handed. The fullback is also being pursued by Barcelona and reportedly prefers to join them. The Azzuri have re-opened talks for one of their previous targets, but it will not be easy to add him in January already.

Simone Inzaghi would like to bolster the Inter squad with a striker. Joaquin Correa suffered another muscular injury, leaving them short-handed for a while.

Inzaghi Angling for Inter Reunion with Former Lazio Striker

January 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Genoa, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Simone Inzaghi wishes to bolster the Inter squad with a new striker. Joaquin Correa suffered another muscular injury, leaving them short-handed for a while. The coach would like to sign Felipe Caicedo, whose future at Genoa is uncertain. Instead, the management is considering one of their loanees for the job.

Serie A teams will not sign players from Ukraine and Russia after all. The Italian Football Association had quickly adopted FIFA's special ruling.

Serie A Round 23 Expected Lineups – Milan and Juventus Collide

January 23, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Bologna, Cagliari, Calciomercato, Empoli, Fiorentina, Genoa, Hellas Verona, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Salernitana, Sampdoria, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Spezia, Torino, Udinese, Venezia

Serie A will head into the brand-new late January break with a tasty Round 23 featuring a pair of bangers. Lazio will host Atalanta Saturday, looking for their first signature win of the season, while the Bergamaschi need to fend off Juventus. The Bianconeri will visit San Siro to do battle with Milan.

After extending Marcelo Brozovic’s contract, Inter are looking for his potential backup next season, and they have set their sights on Jordan Vereout.

Agent of Roma Midfielder Rules Out January Move to Tottenham

January 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Tottenham and Antonio Conte requested Jordan Veretout to Roma, but he will not transfer in January. His agent rubbished the reports about an imminent departure. Moreover, a swap with Tanguy Dembele does not appear to be a viable solution. PSG are in talks for the Spurs midfielder.

Author: Enrico Passarella