Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Dybala Names His Goals for 2022, Set to Sign New Contract

December 15, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Paulo Dybala indicated his objectives for next year while answering questions by young Juventus fans: “I would like to win the Champions League and the World Cup." His agent has returned to Italy to put pen-to-paper on the much-awaited extension until 2026.

Milan have Sven Botman atop their shortlist of defensive options, but he might not move in January. Director Frederic Massara talked about their search.

Milan Whittle Down List of Potential Defensive Targets

December 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan are considering a few options to replace the injured Simon Kjaer in January. If possible, they would prefer a long-term solution. But their top objectives are pricey and their respective teams will not let them go too easily. The Rossoneri are focusing in particular on three strong candidates.

Muriel Not Thrilled with Role, Atalanta Mulling Over Sale

December 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Luis Muriel is having a subpar season considering what he had accomplished in the previous campaign as Duvan Zapata completely took over Atalanta's frontline during an injury. The striker is unhappy with the reduced role and could ask out, and the club might not put up much resistance.

Roma Tracking Spezia Captain to Shore Up the Midfield

December 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Spezia, Transfer Market

Roma will not make major investments in January, as admitted by José Mourinho in a recent presser, but they will still try to strengthen the squad. They were able to take a close look at one of their targets yesterday. Like Inter, the Giallorossi are tracking Spezia’s Giulio Maggiore.

Lukaku Agent Rebuts Criticism by Inter Fans for Chelsea Move

December 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Federico Pastorello, the agent of Romelu Lukaku, addressed his client’s return to Chelsea: “We received major backlash, both myself and the player, from Inter supporters. Unfortunately, these things are never pleasing. The decision to leave was more pained than people think."

Just One Milan Injured Player on Track to Return vs Napoli

December 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Milan hope to have more players available for Sunday’s clash with Napoli. However, Olivier Giroud is currently the only one with good chances to be ready in time. The Frenchman is expected to go into full training today. Rafael Leao, Ante Rebic and Davide Calabria will likely need more time.

Antonio Conte turned down the Napoli job last week, but it wasn’t because he’s on poor terms with president Aurelio De Laurentiis.

Conte Pleased with What He Left Behind at Inter, Lauds Kane

December 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Juventus, Serie A, Tottenham

Antonio Conte received a coaching award and looked back at his Inter spell: “They were two intense years, which I lived with enthusiasm and passion. I was asked to bring them back to winning ways and they will be a competitive team for years." The gaffer also discussed the Tottenham star.

West Ham and Sevilla Keeping an Eye on Verona Sensation

December 13, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Giovanni Simeone is putting together a career year at Verona. He has hit the net 12 times, with no penalty kicks, and has already scored twice as much as in the entire previous season. Sevilla and West Ham are already chasing after more, but the suitors will pile up if he keeps it up.

Napoli have inquired about Federico Bernardeschi. His agent Federico Pastorello also represents Alex Meret. The front office has been in talks with him.

Bernardeschi Leaning Towards Extending Deal with Juventus

December 13, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Federico Bernardeschi has been getting consistent playing time in the past month thanks to some injuries, and he has fared well. The winger was on the chopping block at the beginning of last summer, but he is now rumored to be keen on penning a new contract and staying long-term.

Sassuolo and West Ham announced the transfer of Gianluca Scamacca Tuesday night. The striker moved for €36M plus €6M add-ons and a sell-on clause.

Sassuolo Striker to Prioritize Playing Time in Next Move

December 13, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A

Gianluca Scamacca is poised to stay put in January unless somebody blows Sassuolo away with a massive offer, which is unlikely. Most of the biggest Italian sides are eyeing him. The striker does not have a clear preference, but he wants to have a major role in his next team.

Juventus and Inter Not as Lucky in Champions League Re-Draw

December 13, 2021 Enrico Passarella Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Liverpool, Serie A, Villareal

The second Champions League draw was not as favorable as the first one for Juventus and Inter. The Bianconeri will have to combat the team that just knocked out Atalanta, Villarreal. The Nerazzurri will face one of the top contenders, Liverpool.

Lazio Defender Linked to Inter and Milan Tipped to Stay Put

December 13, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Luiz Felipe is on an expiring contract and has drawn interest from Milan and Inter. However, Lazio have not given up hopes on coming to terms on an extension. The talks have re-accelerated recently, and the Biancocelesti have good chances of holding onto him.

Author: Enrico Passarella