Marko Vrakela, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Beppe Marotta Confirms Inter Interest in Premier League Duo

July 17, 2021 Marko Vrakela Inter, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter CEO Beppe Marotta has confirmed his side's interest in recruiting the Premier League duo Hector Bellerin and Alex Telles. After lifting the Serie A crown this past season, the Nerazzurri sold Achraf Hakimi to Paris Saint-Germain and are actively looking to inject fresh blood to wide areas.

Juventus Consider Blockbuster Swap Deal with PSG

July 17, 2021 Marko Vrakela Juventus, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Paris Saint-Germain star striker Mauro Icardi has again emerged as a potential target for Juventus amid Cristiano Ronaldo's uncertain future in Turin. As reported by Calciomercato, the Bianconeri are eyeing up a move for the ex-Inter stalwart and are ready to include the Portuguese superstar as a counterpart in a deal.

Fiorentina Plan Summer Swoop for Injury-Prone Inter Star

July 17, 2021 Marko Vrakela Fiorentina, Inter, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina are reportedly assessing the possibility of launching a bid for injury-prone Inter midfielder Stefano Sensi. According to Corriere dello Sport, the Italian playmaker has become a concrete transfer target for Viola amid uncertainty surrounding his future in Lombardy.

Milan Made Decision on Romagnoli Future Amid Extension Concerns

July 17, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A

Milan have no intention of parting ways with Alessio Romagnoli despite failing to convince the captain to commit his long-term future to the club. According to Gazzetta Dello Sport (via MilanNews), the Rossoneri consider the centre-back one of the essential cogs in the machine heading into the new season.

Inter Set To Agree Personal Terms with Nahitan Nandez

July 17, 2021 Marko Vrakela Cagliari, Inter, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter and representatives of Cagliari's Nahitan Nandez will soon meet to discuss personal terms, with the move set to be completed soon. As per Gazzetta dello Sport (via SempreINter), the Uruguayan is on the brink of joining the Nerazzurri on a season-long loan with an obligation to buy next summer.

Juventus Offer Fringe Star in Swap Deal for Miralem Pjanic

July 17, 2021 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus have reportedly pitched Barcelona with the idea of swapping their outcasts as they hope to bring Miralem Pjanic back to Italy. According to Calciomercato, the Bianconeri have offered Aaron Ramsey in a like-for-like swap deal that would see the Bosnian metronome return to Serie A.

Leonardo Bonucci Takes Dig at England Following Euro 2020 Final

July 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela England, Euro 2020, Italy

One of Italy's heroes at Wembley, Leonardo Bonucci, couldn't control emotions following a penalty shoot-out triumph over England in the Euro 2020 grand final. The Juventus centre-back took one of the side-pitch cameras and screamed "It's coming to Rome," alluding to the Three Lions' "It's coming home" chant.

Roberto Mancini Overwhelmed by Emotions Following Euro 2020 Triumph

July 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela England, Euro 2020, Italy

Roberto Mancini has let emotions get the best of him after guiding Italy to an astonishing, albeit unexpected Euro 2020 success. Gli Azzurri prevailed in a nerve-shredding penalty shoot-out duel against England at Wembley to wrap up their first continental trophy since 1968.

Bellerin Only a Third Option for Inter as Inzaghi Hopes to Replace Hakimi

July 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela Arsenal, Inter, Serie A, Transfer Market

Arsenal right-back Hector Bellerin is only Inter's third choice to replace Achraf Hakimi, who left for Paris Saint-Germain earlier in July. As reported by Corriere dello Sport (via SempreInter), Denzel Dumfries and Hans Hateboer are Simone Inzaghi's preferred options for the right-back position.

Juventus Set To Battle PSG for Moise Kean

July 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus are reportedly looking to hijack Paris Saint-Germain's move for Everton striker Moise Kean. According to Le10Sport, the Bianconeri are enthusiastic about the idea of re-signing the Italian this summer and are ready to battle PSG for his signature.

Luis Alberto Fuels Speculations About Lazio Exit With Milan Waiting in the Wings

Luis Alberto Fuels Speculations About Lazio Exit with Milan Waiting in Wings

July 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio playmaker Luis Alberto did not show up for the pre-season gathering on the training ground on Wednesday, sparking rumors about a potential move to Milan. According to Libero (via MilanNews), the Spaniard wants to leave Rome amid growing speculations about possible summer departure.

Lautaro Martinez Comments on Copa America Triumph Against Brazil

July 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela Argentina, Brazil, Copa America, Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A

Inter forward Lautaro Martinez has refused to hide his delight as Argentina claimed a 1-0 over Brazil to lift the Copa America 2021 trophy. Angel Di Maria scored a delightful lob to end La Albiceleste's exhausting 28-year title drought.

Author: Marko Vrakela