Marko Vrakela, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Milan Superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic Delivers Future Update

January 23, 2022 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Milan superstar striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic admits he has no intention of hanging up his boots yet despite entering the fifth decade. During an interview with French newspaper L’Equipe (via Calciomercato), the Swedish scoring machine has played down talks linking him with a summer retirement.

Sassuolo chief Giovanni Carnevali has taken stock of the failed approach by Roma for midfield prodigy Davide Frattesi, mainly due to ecnomic disagreements.

Inter to Make Last-Ditch Attempt to Land Sassuolo Star in January

January 23, 2022 Marko Vrakela Inter, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter reportedly remain open to the idea of launching a late January assault on Sassuolo midfielder Davide Frattesi but only under certain conditions. Per Tuttosport (via SempreInter), the Nerazzurri could make a bid to sign the 22-year-old if Stefano Sensi or Matias Vecino depart the Giuseppe Meazza this winter.

Milan vs Juventus Preview and Lineups – Serie A Round 23

January 23, 2022 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

January's Serie A action closes out at the San Siro with a blockbuster encounter between Milan and Juventus. In other times, this mouth-watering showdown between the two heavyweights of Italian and European football would have had a significant bearing on the title race.

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.

Jose Mourinho Wants More from Tammy Abraham

January 23, 2022 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Roma boss Jose Mourinho is desperate for Tammy Abraham to fulfil his potential at the Stadio Olimpico amid his side's rough patch. In the build-up to Romanisti's trip to Empoli, the Special One urged the ex-Chelsea striker to take advantage of his game time in Rome.

Juventus Outcast Emerges as Burnley Transfer Target

January 23, 2022 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus misfit Aaron Ramsey is seemingly edging closer to returning to the Premier League after Burnley stepped up their interest in the Welshman. According to The Sun, the Clarets have established contacts with the player's representatives to understand the feasibility of a loan deal.

Dusan Vlahovic seemed to offer an opening to signing a new deal with Fiorentina in his most recent remarks, but the club is not buying it.

Fiorentina Star Tests Positive for Covid-19 Amid Arsenal Links

January 23, 2022 Marko Vrakela Arsenal, Fiorentina, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Arsenal's relentless attempts to land Fiorentina whizz-kid Dusan Vlahovic appear to be dead in the water, with the striker left out of the matchday squad amid a Covid-19 outbreak at the Artemio Franchi. Per Football London, the 21-year-old has tested positive for coronavirus, throwing his potential January move to the Premier League into doubt.

Sergej Milinkovic-Savic denied having a quarrel with Maurizio Sarri, but he also suggested that his time at Lazio might be coming to an end.

Lazio Star Milinkovic-Savic Frustrated with Atalanta Draw

January 22, 2022 Marko Vrakela Atalanta, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Lazio star midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic has been left fuming following his team's underwhelming 0-0 home draw with an understrength Atalanta on Saturday night. Despite missing a host of first-team regulars due to Covid-19 and injuries, La Dea held the Biancocelesti goalless in an uneventful draw at the Stadio Olimpico.

Inter are eager to recapture the top position in the standings, which now fully belongs to Milan. Simone Inzaghi scolded his players.

Inter Boss Inzaghi Blasts San Siro Pitch Following Venezia Game

January 22, 2022 Marko Vrakela Inter, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Venezia

Simone Inzaghi has refused to hide his excitement following Inter's last-gasp 2-1 home win over newly-promoted Venezia. Edin Dzeko's 90th-minute header fired the defending Serie A champions to a late victory over the bottom-half visitors.

Hirving Lozano Drops Audacious Claim About Napoli Scudetto Chances

January 22, 2022 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Napoli winger Hirving Lozano has dropped an audacious claim, hinting his side are 'stronger' than reigning Serie A champions Inter. The Mexico international also believes in the southern giants' title prospects despite their recent dip in form.

Dries Mertens has acknowledged that he’s indeed leaving Napoli after refusing to do so for a few weeks, even though his contract ran out on June 30th.

Bologna vs Napoli Preview and Lineups – Serie A Round 22

January 17, 2022 Marko Vrakela Bologna, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

The two underperforming sides are set to trade tackles at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara as mid-table Bologna take on third-placed Napoli in Monday's Serie A fixture. Since neither team would benefit from a draw, we could be having an exciting, end-to-end action on our hands in Emilia-Romagna.

Milan are open to keeping Zlatan Ibrahimovic, but not at his current salary. They have already offered him a new deal, but he will not answer soon.

Milan vs Spezia Preview and Lineups – Serie A Round 22

January 17, 2022 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Spezia

Milan will be looking to seize the opportunity and overcome Inter at the Serie A summit when they take on relegation-battling Spezia at the Stadio San Siro. Atalanta held the reigning Italian champions to a goalless draw on Sunday night, handing the Rossoneri a unique chance to return to the top of the table.

Juventus Made Shocking Decision on Paulo Dybala’s Future

January 17, 2022 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Paulo Dybala's illustrious career at Juventus could be drawing to a close in the most shocking turn of events in recent Serie A history. Per Sky Sport Italia, the record-time Italian champions have pulled out of negotiations with the player's representatives over a contract extension.

Author: Marko Vrakela