Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

The negotiation between Lorenzo Insigne and Napoli is not progressing despite the expiring contract and Tottenham have started eyeing him.

Agent of Napoli Star on Expiring Deal Recently Took a Meeting with Inter

October 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Vincenzo Pisacane, the representative of Lorenzo Insigne, visited the Inter headquarters in the last couple of days. While he has other pending matters with the Nerazzurri, the name of the Napoli ace inevitably came up in the talks, although there are some hurdles in the potential Bosman move.

Olimpia to Continue Flying in Lazio Matches despite Fascist Incident

October 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A

The eagle Olimpia will keep entertaining the home crowd in Lazio games. Even though his main handler Juan Bernabè has been suspended for making fascist gestures, the club has quickly found a replacement. They did not have to look far because his brother José Maria will take over.

Milan Linked to Torino and Everton Defenders to Replace Romagnoli

October 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, everton, Italian Football, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

Milan do not know whether they will still have Alessio Romagnoli next season due to his expiring contract and have started looking for a new reliable option in the role. The talks with their own player have been difficult because he is represented by Mino Raiola.

Inter veteran Arturo Vidal has received transfer interest from Turkish giants Galatasaray, who are now one among the four suitors interested in the Chilean.

Vidal Rejoices for Personal Form, Starts to Spice Up Clash with Juventus

October 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Arturo Vidal drew his first start of the season and bagged his second goal against Sheriff Tiraspol. The midfielder showed satisfaction for his rediscovered shape and addressed the recent remarks of Leonardo Bonucci, who said that Inter won the Scudetto due to Juventus' demerits.

Mourinho Strongly Denies Newcastle Links, Commits to Roma Project

October 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Newcastle United, Roma, Serie A

José Mourinho was mentioned in the list of options for the Newcastle bench, who fired Steve Bruce yesterday and are looking to make a splash. But the Special One plans to stay in Rome for a few seasons: "I have decided that I will not leave my guys for any reason."

After some tumultuous months, Lazio and Maurizio Sarri have come to terms to stick together for a few more seasons thanks to an extension.

Sarri Belittles Serie A, Laments Lack of Sanctions against Inter Players

October 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A

Maurizio Sarri continued his campaign against Serie A and the schedule, voicing his dissatisfaction with the League's handling of the brawl with Inter: "President Paolo Dal Pino made a comparison with what happens in Premier League, but they are no match for our championship now."

Dimarco Thrilled for Achieving Lifelong Dream of Being Inter Contributor

October 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Serie A

Federico Dimarco is delighted for finally being a regular at Inter after chasing the objective for a few seasons: “My first goal with the Nerazzurri meant a lot to me. It repaid all the sacrifices I made since I was a kid. I have always been a fan. I used to watch games in the Curva."

Lazio Falconer Suspended by the Club for Making Fascist Gestures

October 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A

One of the recent traditions of Italian football might go on a hiatus for a while. Juan Bernabè, who handles Olimpia, the eagle that flies during Lazio home games, has been suspended for making fascist gestures. The video stems from the recent win over Inter.

Spalletti Patches Things up with Lozano, Prepares Lineup Overhaul

October 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Hirving Lozano was fuming after the substitution in the Torino game. The winger entered the match in the second half for Matteo Politano, but he was replaced in the final minutes to switch to a three-man defense. The two smoothed things over in practice and the attacker will start against Legia.

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

Allegri Influence Likely to Impact Future of Two Juventus Fringe Players

October 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

For lack of buyers and depth purposes, Juventus decided to keep Mattia De Sciglio and Federico Bernardeschi on the roster in the summer. It was an unusual choice for the club since they are on expiring contracts. They have proven to be valuable players and could re-up with the team.

With Inter set to face Fiorentina Saturday evening, the Nerazzurri midfield-ace Marcelo Brozovic as risk of missing the clash with La Viola.

Inter Chief Marotta Optimistic, Brozovic Coyer on Extension Talks

October 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Among all the new contracts Inter are currently negotiating, Marcelo Brozovic’s one figures to be thorniest. The current deal of the midfielder expires in June 2022. CEO Giuseppe Marotta and the player weighed in on the topic before and after the Sheriff Tiraspol game.

Amir Rrahmani is starting to draw some attention, in particular from Manchester United, thanks to a solid season at Napoli.

Rrahmani Discusses Napoli Start, Compliments Koulibaly and Osimhen

October 19, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Amir Rrahmani has become a full-time starter at Napoli in recent games, supplanting Kostas Manolas. The defender talked about the team’s form in an interview: "We are doing a nice job, but we are taking it game after game without looking too far ahead."

Author: Enrico Passarella