Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Milan intend to eventually acquire a left-footed center-back this summer and are ready to reignite their interest in Jakub Kiwior.

Milan Make Contact with Arsenal Defender as Well

June 20, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Milan intend to eventually acquire a left-footed center-back this summer and are ready to reignite their interest in Jakub Kiwior, whom Juventus are tracking as well. The Rossoneri were after him before he transferred from Spezia to Arsenal and already tried to bring him back.

After over three months as a free agent, Adrien Rabiot has found a new home at Olympique Marseille, which announced the agreement.

Real Madrid Join List of Suitors for Undecided Rabiot

June 20, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Adrien Rabiot continues to leave Juventus hanging, as there are only ten more days on his contract. The Bianconeri have proposed the same wages he’s making currently, €7.5M net. His answer might not arrive until France are still alive in Euro 2024.

Milan are examining more options to bolster their frontline given the issues for Zirkzee and tested the waters for Memphis Depay and Ermedin Demirovic.

Milan Taking into Consideration Two More Attackers

June 20, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market One comment

Milan are examining more options to bolster their frontline given the issues that have arisen in the Joshua Zirkzee deal and tested the waters for Memphis Depay and Ermedin Demirovic. The former will leave Atletico Madrid on a free.

Simone Inzaghi and Inter are set to continue together, but the negotiation to prolong his contract still needs more work.

Inter Still Bargaining Extension with Coach Inzaghi

June 20, 2024 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 One comment

Simone Inzaghi and Inter are set to continue together, but the negotiation to prolong his contract still needs more work. The parties seem to have found common ground on its length, until 2026, but not yet on the wages.

Atalanta are after Nicolò Zaniolo but, while it may be easy to agree Galatasaray, other aspects are slowing down the deal, and Fiorentina are lurking.

Atalanta Mull Over Zaniolo Deal, Fiorentina in the Mix

June 20, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Atalanta have taken an interest in Nicolò Zaniolo but, while it may not be too difficult to come to terms with Galatasaray, other aspects are slowing down the deal. Fiorentina are also on his tail and could overtake them if they acted swiftly.

Juventus and Aston Villa couldn’t convince, so the deal centered around Douglas Luiz will have a different structure and include Enzo Barrenechea.

Juventus and Aston Villa Closing In on a Different Swap

June 20, 2024 Enrico Passarella Aston Villa, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Juventus and Aston Villa couldn’t get Weston McKennie to lower his demands, so the deal centered around Douglas Luiz will have a different structure and include Enzo Barrenechea. The two sides need to complete the trade by June 30th for financial reasons.

Even though his recent remarks hinted at staying, the Inter brass continue to operate as if Denzel Dumfries will leave this summer and are after Matty Cash.

Inter Eye Milan Target to Potentially Replace Dumfries

June 20, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Aston Villa, Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Even though his recent remarks hinted at an extension with Inter, the brass continue to operate as if Denzel Dumfries will depart this summer and have taken an interest in Matty Cash, who has been recently linked to Milan as well.

Roma have laid eyes on Rodrigo Riquelme amid their search for wingers. He has progressively earned a big role with Atletico Madrid.

Roma Quoted Sizeable Price Tag for Atletico Madrid Star

June 20, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market One comment

Roma have laid eyes on Rodrigo Riquelme amid their search for wingers. He has progressively earned a big role with Atletico Madrid. He was a full-time starter in the past campaign, tallying 3 goals and 5 assists in 47 games.

Napoli are rivaling Roma in the fray to sign Mats Hummels on a free. The Partenopei want multiple defensive reinforcements.

Napoli Also Considering Pursuing Seasoned Roma Target

June 19, 2024 Enrico Passarella Borussia Dortmund, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Real Madrid, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Napoli are rivaling Roma in the fray to sign Mats Hummels on a free. The Partenopei want multiple defensive reinforcements and can’t spend big for all of them. They are also after Mario Hermoso, who’s in the same situation. The veteran is buying time to assess his options.

A few people at Inter, including coach Simone Inzaghi, would like to keep Marko Arnautovic since he’s a locker-room leader and well-liked by everybody.

Inter Attempting to Find a Good Solution for Arnautovic

June 19, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

A few people at Inter, including coach Simone Inzaghi, would like to keep Marko Arnautovic since he’s a locker-room leader and well-liked by everybody. Despite multiple injuries, he still provided his contribution to their 20th title. However, his permanence wouldn't allow them to make moves.

Roma might soon part ways with two players, as Como are pursuing Andre Belotti, while Edoardo Bove received a couple of offers from the Premier League.

Roma Get Bid for Outcast, Youngster Wanted in England

June 19, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bournemouth, Calciomercato, Como, everton, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Roma might soon part ways with two players, as Como are pursuing Andre Belotti, while Edoardo Bove received a couple of offers from the Premier League. The striker is back in the Italian capital following a subpar six-month loan spell at Fiorentina.

Juventus and Federico Chiesa have agreed to postpone the talks to after the Euro, and Bayern Munich have joined his list of suitors.

Bayern Munich Also Keeping Tabs on Juventus Star Chiesa

June 19, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus and Federico Chiesa have agreed to postpone the contractual and potential exit talks while Italy are still competing in Euro 2024, and Bayern Munich have joined the list of teams waiting in the wings to lure him away.

Author: Enrico Passarella