Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

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.

Juventus rejected the first Arsenal offer for Arthur, but they set the conditions for his departure. The Gunners originally suggested only a six-month loan.

Juventus Ask Arsenal to Improve Initial Proposal for Arthur

January 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus rejected the first Arsenal offer for Arthur, but they set the conditions for his departure. The Gunners originally suggested only a six-month loan. The player is reportedly pushing to move to London. His agent Federico Pastorello met with director Edu yesterday.

Another defender has been linked to Milan as their hunt continues. The Rossoneri are said to be among the teams eyeing Porto's Mbemba.

Milan Linked to Porto Defender and More Updates on Search

January 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Another defender has been linked to Milan as their hunt continues. The Rossoneri are said to be among the teams eyeing Porto's Mbemba. On top of that, they are furthering the talks for Sven Botman and Eric Bailly. The Lille center-back is their number one priority and they are ready to change their strategy.

Lazio has been linked to Dries Mertens and Marcelo, who are currently without a team, but their president Claudio Lotito threw cold water on the rumors.

Dries Mertens Eager to Convince Napoli to Keep Him Around

January 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Dries Mertens would like to stay at Napoli past his expiring contract, and he made it clear. “I have had a fatal attraction for this city and its people since day one. I have been here for nine years, which is a quarter of my life. I will try to score a lot, so the president is obligated to re-up my contract."

Juventus are plotting to make another serious attempt to acquire Dusan Vlahovic from Fiorentina in January, proposing cash and a player to the Viola.

Juventus Put Together Improved Offer to Sign Fiorentina Star

January 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Juventus are plotting to make another serious attempt to acquire Dusan Vlahovic from Fiorentina in January. The Bianconeri unsuccessfully tried to arrange a deal in late November. They have been linked to a few other strikers, but the Serbian ace remains their top target.

Author: Enrico Passarella