Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Josip Ilicic Highly Placed in Milan Shortlist of Offensive Options

August 3, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Serie A, Transfer Market

The Milan search for a new attacking midfielder continues, and Josip Ilicic is gaining steam as he is the easiest target to acquire. Gian Piero Gasperini revealed that the player wants to leave and that the club will let him go under the right circumstances. But the Rossoneri continue to work on their other candidates to the job.

Atalanta Ask for Juventus Defender as Tottenham Close In on Romero

August 3, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market

The talks have had some up-and-downs but Cristian Romero now seems very close to joining Tottenham. The Spurs have improved their offer to Atalanta. In order to replace him, the Bergamaschi have made opened talks with Juventus for Merih Demiral, but the two clubs are not on the same page on his price tag.

Inter Reject Second Chelsea Bid for Romelu Lukaku but Opening Exists

August 3, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Chelsea made another attempt to sign Romelu Lukaku, but it was again unsuccessful. Inter turned down a package that featured a €100M fee and Marcos Alonso. While the Nerazzurri have intention of selling their star striker, they would have to re-think their position if the player asked to leave.

OFFICIAL: Roma Add Eldor Shomurodov from Genoa on Permanent Deal

August 3, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma have finalized the acquisition of Eldor Shorumorodov from Genoa. The Giallorossi wanted to bring in another offensive contributor and quickly identified the Uzbek as the ideal candidate. José Mourinho requested him directly. They paid €17.5M plus add-ons for the permanent signing and the forward inked a five-year contract.

UPDATED: Juventus Officially Acquire Kaio Jorge from Santos

August 2, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus will bring in Kaio Jorge right away, as they have reached an agreement with Santos on a small fee. The 19-year-old striker is currently practicing on his own in Recife and will fly to Turin later this week to complete the signing, which the Brazilian club already announced. He will ink a five-year contract.

Juventus legend Giorgio Chiellini is heavily touted for a Major League Soccer transfer at Los Angeles FC after announcing his departure from the Bianconeri.

OFFICIAL: Giorgio Chiellini and Juventus Agree to Two-Year Contract

August 2, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Giorgio Chiellini wants to reach the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Therefore, he inked a two-year extension with Juventus. At 36-year-old, he is about to enter in 17th season with Juventus as he has been with the club since 2005. He voiced some doubts last season, but the return of Max Allegri and the great Euro convinced him to re-up.

Correa Reiterates Desire to Bolt from Lazio, English Trio Shows Interest

August 2, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Joaquin Correa has reported to Lazio following Copa America and had his first face-to-face meeting with Maurizio Sarri. The player still wishes to leave, and the sit-down did not change his mind. Three Premier League clubs are keeping on tabs on him, but he would not come cheap because the Biancocelesti desperately need cash.

Arsenal Swap Deal Turned Down Both by Inter and Star Center-Forward

August 2, 2021 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Arsenal opened talks for Lautaro Martinez, but the player and Inter rebuffed them. The Gunners were willing to insert Alexandre Lacazette and Hector Bellerin in a €70M package. The striker is not particularly keen on moving to the Premier League and wants to play in the Champions League next season.

Sassuolo Poised to Aquire Gremio Duo Matheus Henrique and Ruan

August 2, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Sassuolo continue to negotiate with Juventus for Manuel Locatelli, but they have already found his replacement. They are in very advanced talks with Gremio to acquire Matheus Henrique, and they will soon finalize the purchase. The Neroverdi also plan to sign center-back Ruan Tressoldi, but he will likely arrive only in 2022.

Inter and Cagliari Set to Meet Again to Discuss Future of Two Midfielders

August 2, 2021 Enrico Passarella Cagliari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter and Cagliari have scheduled another summit to try coming to terms on a multi-player deal. The Sardinians are now in a rush to bring back Radja Nainggolan as they lost Marko Rog to another ACL tear. Instead, the Nerazurri are trying to reach an agreement to acquire Nahitan Nandez, but the two sides need to negotiate a little more.

Atlanta United Making Serious Push to Bring Cagliari Star to the MLS

July 30, 2021 Enrico Passarella Cagliari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Cagliari are at risk of losing their long-time offensive linchpin Joao Pedro. Atlanta United has placed a lucrative bid for him and the club, and they are considering it. However, they need to close the deal in a hurry because the transfer market window ends in a week in MLS. Their initial €10M was rejected by the Sardinians, who want more.

Milan Close to Coming to Terms with Franck Kessié on New Contract

July 30, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan met yesterday with Frank Kessie’s agent in Bologna to discuss the extension. The two parties have not finalized the agreement, but everything is progressing well. They are likely to put pen-to-paper once the midfielder will be back from the Olympics.

Author: Enrico Passarella