Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Juventus completed the signing of Leandro Paredes, which was followed by the exits of outcasts Arthur and Denis Zakaria, who joined Liverpool and Chelsea.

Roma Linked to PSG, Atletico Madrid and Atalanta Midfielders

December 10, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Italian Football, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

The list of potential options to bolster the Roma midfield in January continues to grow. The Giallorossi identified Denis Zakaria as their top target, but he is highly sought-after. The Giallorossi face competition also for Corentin Tolisso and have turned their attention to other candidates.

Lozano Doing Better after Scary Clash Against Leicester City

December 10, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Hirving Lozano left the Leicester City game on a stretcher after a violent collision with an opponent. However, it appears that he has avoided severe injuries. The attacker lost a tooth but did not fracture his nose and did not suffer a concussion as initially feared.

The Milan faithful have not taken kindly the news that Franck Kessié is joining Barcelona. The San Siro crowd loudly booed him against Bologna.

Tottenham Prefer Milan Star Midfielder over Inter Pair

December 10, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, PSG, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Tottenham has been linked to a host of Serie A targets since former Juventus director Fabio Paratici and especially Antonio Conte took over. Despite the brevity of the contract of the coach, their project is long-term, and they will keep an eye toward the future in their signings.

Allegri Warns Juventus on Dangerousness of Venezia Match

December 10, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Venezia

Juventus will look to keep up their momentum in Saturday’s game versus Venezia. Massimiliano Allegri addressed it to the press: “Our next step is simply tomorrow’s game. They score a lot at home, and they failed to do that only versus Inter. They play well and will try to pull off a historic feat."

Milan Considering Bringing Back Loanee Currently at Venezia

December 10, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market, Venezia

Milan are in the hunt for a new center-back since Simon Kjaer is most likely out for the year because of an ACL tear. The Rossoneri have been linked to a plethora of names after his major injury. One of the easiest fixes would be to terminate the loan spell of Mattia Caldara, who is faring well at Venezia.

Juventus Met with Ramsey Agent as New English Suitors Emerge

December 10, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, everton, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Aaron Ramsey and his representative had a summit with the Juventus management yesterday. His January departure is in the works. The Bianconeri are looking for a buyer in particular in the Premier League, where the midfielder spent the prime of his career.

Lazio vs Galatasaray 0-0: Biancocelesti to the EL Playoff

December 9, 2021 Enrico Passarella Lazio, Serie A

Lazio will have to face one of the teams relegated from Champions League in February. The Biancocelesti played right into Galatasaray’s hands in the final game of the Europa League group stage. They never managed to turn up the intensity and could not find the goal that would have put them on top.

CSKA Sofia vs Roma 2-3: Giallorossi Grab Top Spot in ECL

December 9, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

CSKA Sofia closed the gap after going down by three goals, but Roma held on after a dominating performance. Thanks to an assist by Zorya Luhansk, which held Bogo/Glimt to a tie, the Giallorossi finished in first position in their European Conference League group.

Milan Interested in Fluminense and Club Brugge Starlets

December 9, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan will keep an eye towards the future in the January window. While bolstering the attack might not be their top priority, they will be ready to pounce if a good opportunity presents itself. They are keeping tabs on pair of talented youngsters that could be on the move in 2022.

Roma and Tottenham Battling for Talented Norwich Fullback

December 9, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Sampdoria, Serie A, Transfer Market, Udinese

On top of a midfielder, Roma will try to add a right-back in January. They have been in trouble this season when Rick Karsdorp was not available. They have been pursuing Diogo Dalot, but Manchester United's coaching change might change his future. They are eyeing other options.

Inter will have to face Liverpool in the Round of 16 of Champions League without Nicolò Barella. The midfielder was handed a two-game ban

Inter Bracing for Barella UCL Suspension, Eye Quality Backup

December 9, 2021 Enrico Passarella Cagliari, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter fined Nicolò Barella following the silly red card against Real Madrid. The midfielder reacted to a push by Eder Militao. He is now a risk of getting a two-game ban, which would force him to miss the Round of 16 entirely. UEFA will announce the decision on January 25th.

Multiple Serie A sides have been tracking Andreas Christensen and Boubacar Kamara, but neither is likely to transfer to Italy.

Champions League Elimination Set to Impact Milan Strategy

December 9, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan missed out on a significant amount of prize money by finishing fourth in their Champions League group. On the other hand, they will have a less busy schedule and will be able to focus solely on the title race. The combination of the two elements will affect the plans for January.

Author: Enrico Passarella