Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Juventus Laying Groundwork for Three Touted Young Midfielders

September 8, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus have begun preparing for the January window, where they might further renovate their midfield. They tried to sign two new contributors during the summer, but they did not many to offload anybody. They have taken an interest in two Ligue 1 prospects and an Ajax one.

Inter and Christian Eriksen have mutually agreed to rescind his contract. The midfielder would not have been allowed to play in Italy with an IFD.

Christian Eriksen Progressing Nicely, Set for Next Steps in Rehab

September 8, 2021 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Christian Eriksen is currently in Milan and has been spotted by several fans during his walks through the Sempione Park. The Danish midfielder decided to spend some time in Italy with his family after a few weeks in Copenhagen following his release from the hospital.

Napoli Lawyer Details Successful Strategy in Osimhen Appeal

September 8, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A

Napoli attorney Mattia Grassani described the team’s approach to get the ban of Viktor Osimhen reduced from two to one match, allowing him to play in the match against Juventus. "While debating, we insisted on a few extenuating elements."

Juventus to Register Staggering Financial Losses in Past Campaign

September 8, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus will have record losses in the 2020-2021 season. Exor, the holding of the Agnelli family that owns 63.8 percent of the team, announced the figures for the first six months of the year. The Bianconeri will end up being in the red for over €200M, the worst result in the history of the club.

Marotta Praises Work of Inter Brass, Confirms Extension for Star Striker

September 8, 2021 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Inter lost Romelu Lukaku and Achraf Hakimi in the summer window, but they were able to bounce back with a few strong additions. CEO Giuseppe Marotta showed some satisfaction with how they collectively handled the difficulties. He also affirmed that Lautaro Martinez is on the brink of extending his contract.

Manchester United have inquired about Victor Osimhen, but it would take a giant offer to sign him from Napoli, which made some calls about a replacement.

OFFICIAL: Osimhen Wins Appeal, Will Play in Napoli-Juventus

September 7, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

Viktor Osimhen and the Napoli lawyers managed to get his suspension reduced from two games to one. Therefore, he will be available to play this Saturday, when the Partenopei will host Juventus. The striker was originally sent off in the first half of the opener against Venezia for catching an opponent with a slap.

Fiorentina Owner Slams Busy Schedule, Hopeful on Vlahovic Future

September 7, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina chairman Rocco Commisso joined the chorus of those unhappy with the late returns of international players in this break. “Something must be done within the League about who goes to South America and Africa. It is not possible to have a match Saturday when they come back Friday or even on game-day."

Juventus Midfielder Weston McKennie Once Again in Hot Water

September 7, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Weston McKennie was sent home by the United States Men’s National Team for breaking the health and safety rules against Coronavirus. The Federation did not disclose the nature of the infraction. The midfielder did something similar last year in the early stages of the Italian lockdown.

Danilo Names His Three Champions League Favorites Above Juventus

September 7, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Danilo does not consider Juventus among the frontrunners to win the Champions League. “Liverpool, Manchester City, and PSG are theoretically ahead of us. We are not among the top teams in Europe, but we are very motivated, and we will be competitive.”

After his departure fell through late a couple of times, Samu Castillejo is indeed leaving Milan, and he is headed to Valencia.

Milan Outcast Could Stay Put After All Despite Talks with CSKA Moscow

September 7, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan are trying to sell Samu Castillejo, but the negotiation with CSKA Moscow is progressing slowly. There have been recent contacts between the clubs, but they are not close to reaching an agreement, and the deal might fall through. The transfer market window ends later today in Russia.

Napoli President De Laurentiis Stirs the Pot Ahead of Juventus Clash

September 7, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A

President Aurelio De Laurentiis took advantage of the friendly between Napoli and Benevento to spice up the match versus Juventus, on top of tooting his own horn and sharing his vision for the Campania sides. "It is not sufficient to be the best team to win the Scudetto, because at times somebody steals what belongs to you."

OFFICIAL: Salernitana Put Franck Ribery Under Contract Helped by Fans

September 6, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Salernitana, Serie A, Transfer Market

Salernitana have come out on top in the sweepstakes to sign Frank Ribery. The Granata bested Verona and Karamguruk. They unveiled him in style at the Stadio Arechi earlier today in front of 13 thousand fans. The supporters contributed to tipping the scale in their favor by peppering his social media pages with affection and pleas to join them.

Author: Enrico Passarella