Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Tammy Abraham is drawing significant interest from the Premier League, but Roma have no intention of letting him go and he is keen on staying.

Roma Determined to Keep Abraham Despite Growing Interest

March 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Manchester City, Manchester United, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Tammy Abraham is drawing plenty of attention from the Premier League, but Roma have no intention of letting him go. Most of the top English sides are eyeing the striker, but he is likely to stay put. He has bagged 23 goals across all competitions thus far this season.

Roma have finalized their chase of Mile Svilar and are pondering multiple moves on the fringes to have more ammunition in the next transfer market window.

Roma Complete First Signing, Sketch Transfer Market Plans

March 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Marseille, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Roma have finalized their chase of Mile Svilar, who will join as a free agent, and are pondering multiple moves on the fringes to have more ammunition in the next transfer market window. The 22-year-old goalkeeper took the medicals in Paris Monday and will pen a five-year contract.

Atalanta chairman Luca Percassi, son of president Antonio, has refuted Saudi Arabia's presence in player acquisition as a threat to the European market.

Atalanta Top Exec Percassi Reflects on Present and Future

March 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi discussed the end of the 2021-2022 season and the team’s prospects: “We will not weaken the squad if we did not qualify for Champions League. We are not giving up on any objective. There are nine Serie A games to go and the Europa League quarter-finals are coming up.”

Milan and Inter met with Mayor Giuseppe Sala on Thursday to discuss a new plan to renovate San Siro put together by WeBuild.

Milan and Inter Back to Square One on the Brand-New Stadium

March 29, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

The project of building a new stadium next to San Siro has gone pear-shaped, and Milan and Inter have started looking for a new area. The clubs refused the public debate that would have been necessary to get the green light. It would have required further blueprints and investments.

Legendary Juventus stopper Giorgio Chiellini, who moved to Los Angeles FC earlier in the summer window, was inches away from playing at Real Madrid more than a decade ago.

Chiellini Mulling His Future After World Cup Disappointment

March 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, The Azzurri, Transfer Market, World Cup 2022, World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

Giorgio Chiellini dreamed of finishing out his stellar career in Qatar, but that will not happen. His future hangs in the balance following the loss in the World Cup playoffs. His contract with Juventus runs out in 2023, but the parties will decide together in a couple of months.

Inter have set their sights on Anderlecht standout Sergio Gomez as the negotiation with Ivan Perisic has not progressed in the last couple of months.

Inter Tracking Anderlecht Wing-Back as Perisic Talks Stall

March 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Genoa, Italian Football, Manchester United, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Inter have set their sights on Anderlecht standout Sergio Gomez as the negotiation with Ivan Perisic has not progressed in the last couple of months. The contract of the current starter runs out in June. The parties have gone back and forth on the sums and length of the new agreement.

After extending Marcelo Brozovic’s contract, Inter are looking for his potential backup next season, and they have set their sights on Jordan Vereout.

Inter Latest Team to Inquire About Demoted Roma Midfielder

March 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

After extending Marcelo Brozovic’s contract, Inter are looking for his potential backup next season, and they have set their sights on Jordan Veretout. The Roma midfielder would be able to play in multiple roles, and he is likely to leave the Italian Capital. Milan and Marseille are also after him.

Roberto Mancini talked to the press about his future ahead of the friendly versus Turkey: “I talked with Gabriele Gravina, and we are on the same page."

Mancini Suggests He Will Keep Coaching the Azzurri

March 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

Roberto Mancini talked to the press about his future ahead of the friendly versus Turkey: “I spoke with president Gabriele Gravina, and we are on the same page. His support was pleasing. We will rediscuss what needs to improve. We have to re-start, as there will be some important games down the line.”

Paul Pogba has been linked to a few sides, including Juventus, considering that his contract with Manchester United expires in just a few months.

Pogba Admits Hesitancy About His Future amid Juventus Buzz

March 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, PSG, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Paul Pogba has been linked to a few sides, including Juventus, since his contract with Manchester United expires in a few months. The midfield has yet to choose which route to take next: “Nothing has been decided about my future. I might do it tomorrow or when the transfer market opens."

Milan are inching closer to Charles De Ketelaere with their latest €30M offer, but Bruges coach Carl Hoefkens prefers that he stays put at the club.

Lazio to Target Belgian Starlet if Milinkovic-Savic Departs

March 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Manchester United, PSG, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Lazio are preparing for a busy summer, where their plans will mostly hinge on the future of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, but they have earmarked a potential heir in Charles De Ketelaere. The Biancocelesti are likely to move forward with both Igli Tare and Maurizio Sarri despite the tension between them.

Milan will likely onboard a pair of attackers in the summer, and they were mentioned as a potential destination Ismaila Sarr.

Milan and Liverpool Get Linked to Expensive Watford Forward

March 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Liverpool, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Milan will onboard a pair of attackers in the summer, and they were mentioned as a potential destination Ismaila Sarr. His agent stated that he would leave Watford in the summer, but a transfer to Rossoneri appears rather unlikely considering his lofty price tag.

Gabriele Gravina, the president of the FA, wants Roberto Mancini to keep guiding Italy. However, he is preparing some alternatives if he stepped down.

World Cup Champion Frontrunner if Mancini Abandons Italy Job

March 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri, World Cup 2022, World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

Gabriele Gravina, the president of the FA, wants Roberto Mancini to keep guiding Italy. However, he is preparing some alternatives if the coach steps down. The manager will take a few days to mull over his decision. The Azzurri will face Turkey in a friendly in Konya Tuesday.

Author: Enrico Passarella