Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has pressed pause on other candidates to see whether he really has a chance to appoint Gian Piero Gasperini.

Napoli Handed Some Hope of Luring Away Gasperini

May 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has pressed pause on other candidates to see whether he really has a chance to appoint Gian Piero Gasperini. He’ll have to wait, though, as the manager has postponed any discussion about his future.

Juventus have been tipped to make profitable sales ever since they appointed Cristiano Giuntoli, presumably with the mandate of fixing their finances.

Who Can Juventus Afford to Lose and Replace This Summer?

May 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Tactical Trends, Transfer Market

Juventus have been tipped to make profitable sales ever since they appointed Cristiano Giuntoli, presumably with the mandate of fixing their finances and making the club more sustainable. That hasn’t happened in previous windows.

Milan will have to wait a few more weeks before learning whether Sergio Conceiçao will be their next coach following a summit with André Villas-Boas.

Milan, Porto, and Conceiçao Still in a Holding Pattern

May 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Lille, Marseille, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Milan will have to wait a few more weeks before learning whether Sergio Conceiçao will be their next coach. The first meeting between him and new Porto president André Villas-Boas was inconclusive. It feels like the cohabitation wouldn’t be smooth.

Inter might need to get creative this summer to shore up their attack and are taking a hard look at Dodi Lukebakio, whom they weighed in the past.

Inter Shortlist Sevilla Forward as a Fallback Option

May 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Genoa, Inter Milan, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Sevilla, Transfer Market

Inter might need to get creative this summer to shore up their attack and are taking a hard look at Dodi Lukebakio. It’s not the first time he has fallen on their radar. They have some pending business with Sevilla that could help them out.

Juventus isn’t the only side pursuing Mason Greenwood and are unlikely to emerge victorious should a bidding war break out.

Juventus Behind Barcelona and Atleti in Greenwood Race

May 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Manchester United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Juventus isn’t the only side pursuing Mason Greenwood and are unlikely to emerge victorious should a bidding war break out. Atletico Madrid and Barcelona are also after the Manchester United loanee. Getafe will try to get him back too.

Bologna have set sights on Lilian Brassier ahead of the summer and made strides to beat the competition. Their director Sartori has already met his camp.

Bologna Open Talks for Former Milan Defensive Target

May 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Bologna have set sights on Lilian Brassier ahead of the summer and made strides to beat the competition. Their director Giovanni Sartori has already had a meeting with his entourage to gather intel about the terms to sign him.

The Juventus Ultras have decided to back Massimiliano Allegri, stating that they wouldn’t want Antonio Conte or Thiago Motta, in a statement.

Allegri Gets Unexpected Support from Juventus Ultras

May 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025

The Juventus Ultras have decided to back Massimiliano Allegri, stating that they wouldn’t want Antonio Conte or Thiago Motta, in a statement announcing they would desert the final home games of the season as they feel ostracized by some limitations.

Inter will know fairly soon whether Denzel Dumfries is a keeper or a goner. They want a definitive answer to their contract proposal in a month.

Inter Earmark Trio to Potentially Address Right Flank

May 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Inter will know fairly soon whether Denzel Dumfries is a keeper or a goner. They want a definitive answer to their contract proposal before the end of Serie A. He’ll be put on the market if it’s negative. His sale could fetch €25/30M.

Milan continue to wait for news from Porto, where Sergio Conceiçao and André Villas-Boas might have their first meeting since the election.

Milan Weighing Pros and Cons of Hiring Conceiçao

May 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Milan continue to wait for news from Porto, where Sergio Conceiçao and André Villas-Boas might have their first meeting since the latter became the president. It might not be decisive yet, but it should offer at least a hint about whether the coach will stay.

Napoli watched the recent Europa Conference League fixtures between Fiorentina and Club Brugge with heightened attention, eyeing three players especially.

Napoli Take a Close Look at Three Club Brugge Players

May 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Napoli watched the recent Europa Conference League fixtures between Fiorentina and Club Brugge with heightened attention as they are tracking three talents of the Belgian side. One of their scouts was spotted on the stands at the Artemio Franchi stadium.

Antonio Conte has prioritized Serie A in his comeback on the bench following a sabbatical but seriously risks not seeing his wish granted.

Conte Likely to Miss Out on Serie A Return This Summer

May 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Premier League, Saudi Arabia, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025

Antonio Conte has prioritized Serie A in his comeback on the bench following a sabbatical but seriously risks not seeing his wish granted. He has been linked to multiple teams but none is too determined to hire him.

Milan and Juventus took a close look at Morten Frendrup in the most recent Serie A rounds, as the Rossoneri squared off versus Genoa on the pitch.

Milan and Juventus Keen on Liverpool-Linked Midfielder

May 8, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Juventus, Liverpool, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Milan and Juventus took a close look at Morten Frendrup in the most recent Serie A rounds, as the Rossoneri squared off versus Genoa on the pitch, while scouts of the Old Lady were in the stands at San Siro.

Author: Enrico Passarella