Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Roma Concretely Pursuing Palmeiras Defender, Belotti Chase on Hold

July 16, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Torino, Transfer Market

Matias Vina is rising through the ranks of the possible Leonardo Spinazzola replacements. Roma are sorting through a plethora of names, but they prefer younger options. Their initial offer to Palmeiras is €10M. They are interested in Andrea Belotti and could send Torino two players to sweeten the pot, but they will probably wait until the future of Edin Dzeko is decided to ramp up the pressure.

Ronaldo to Imitate His Rival Messi with Surprising Move on Salary?

July 16, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

After the vacation, Cristiano Ronaldo will report on July 25th to gear up for another season with Juventus. The Portuguese star has told the club that he plans to stay and is eyeing further trophies. In the next few weeks, his agent Jorge Mendes will discuss a one-year extension with the club. After what happened with Lionel Messi, he could be more inclined to take a pay cut.

Inter Challenging Leeds United for Cagliari Star, Looking Into Swap Deal

July 16, 2021 Enrico Passarella Cagliari, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Leeds United, Serie A, Transfer Market

Nahitan Nandez is among the list of options to substitute Achraf Hakimi. While Inter will not activate the €36M release clause, they could arrange a multi-player package to convince Cagliari. The Uruguayan international has drawn interest primarily from Leeds United. The Sardinians would get Radja Nainggolan and one young player in return, on top of cash.

Diaz has been in a tug of war between parent club Real Madrid and Milan regarding his future, but with the UCL Milan derby looming, he is focused.

Milan Keep Buying, Reach Agreements for Two More Acquisitions

July 16, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan continue to stay busy and are about to finalize two more signings. As expected, Olivier Giroud landed in Italy and will soon put pen-to-paper. Brahim Diaz and Fode Ballo-Touré could do the same by the end of the week. The Rossoneri have come to terms with Real Madrid and Monaco. The Spaniard will return on a two-year loan, the fullback will join a permanent deal.

Juventus and Valencia are in talks to set up a loan move for Arthur, but the deal is far from reaching its homestretch just yet.

Allegri’s Assessement Pivotal for Destiny of Two Juventus Players

July 15, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Massimiliano Allegri will be highly influential in deciding the future of two Juventus contributors he did not coach before: Arthur and Merih Demiral. The former Barcelona midfielder told a fan that he would stay, but he faces an uphill climb to be a regular. The Turkish defender has drawn interest from Tottenham, Everton and Atalanta and could leave for a proper offer.

Fiorentina Show Interest in Milan Youngster and Tottenham Outcast

July 15, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Vincenzo Italiano has instructed Fiorentina to try signing Tommaso Pobega from Milan. The youngster had a strong first Serie A season under the former Spezia coach and could leave for a good offer. The Viola are also eyeing Erik Lamela to replenish their attack after the departure of Franck Ribery. The former Roma winger has a year left on his contract with Tottenham.

Roma Working on Departures of Former Loanees, Eye More Left-Backs

July 15, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

José Mourinho once heaped praise on Justin Kluivert when he was at Ajax, but he will not count on him at Roma. Nice have asked to have him on loan. The Giallorossi are looking to offload also Robin Olsen and Lille have made contact. Moreover, two more left-backs have been added to their list of targets: Getafe's Marc Cucurella and Palmeiras' Matias Vina.

Inter and Juventus to Resist Liverpool and Chelsea Offers for Italy Stars

July 15, 2021 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Liverpool, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Liverpool and Chelsea are ready to open up the wallet for Nicolò Barella, and the Blues are keen on Federico Chiesa as well. However, Inter and Juventus consider them untouchable. The Reds could offer up to €70M for the midfielder. The London-based club, like Bayern Munich, is willing to put €100M on the table for the winger. But their efforts are set to be in vain.

Milan Want a Young Striker, Ahead of Juventus in Race for Santos Starlet

July 15, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan are not done adding to the front-line and will try to bring in a third striker to join Olivier Giroud and Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The most likely option at this stage is Kaio Jorge, whose contract expires at the end of the year. Milan are leading the race over Juventus and Napoli and are working to bring him in right away. He reportedly has a €10M price tag.

Juventus Confident Cristiano Ronaldo Will Stay and Locatelli Will Join

July 15, 2021 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus officially kicked off the new season yesterday, as the players began taking the medicals. When a fan asked Pavel Nedved if Cristiano Ronaldo would stay, he replied: “He will be here.” He reiterated the concept later on: "We have not received any confirmation from his entourage that he wants to leave." The club also believes to have Manuel Locatelli firmly in hand.

OFFICIAL: Donnarumma Puts Pen-to-Paper with PSG After Leaving Milan

July 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

As it has been known for weeks, Gianluigi Donnarumma will play at PSG next season. The two parties reached an agreement early in the off-season but waited until the end of the Euro for the announcement. After a lengthy negotiation, he decided to leave Milan as a free agent after 6 seasons as the starter. He inked a five-year contract with PSG, where he will earn €12M per season.

Shocking Swap Could Be Solution to Big Problems for Lazio and Napoli

July 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Lazio, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli and Lazio could get out of their thorniest predicaments with one blockbuster deal. The Partenopei are far apart in the negotiation to extend Lorenzo Insigne’s contract. Instead, the Biancocelesti are fed up with Luis Alberto, who did not show up for the pre-season medicals. Maurizio Sarri would love to reunite with the Italian winger, even sacrificing the Spaniard.

Author: Enrico Passarella