Marko Vrakela, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Juventus Set Sights on Germany Euro 2020 Hero

June 20, 2021 Marko Vrakela Atalanta, European Championships 2020, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus have added in-form Atalanta left-back Robin Gosens to their summer wishlist following the player's remarkable display against Portugal at Euro 2020. As reported by several Italian sources, the Bianconeri are ready to challenge Barcelona and Inter for the 26-year-old's signature.

Lazio Leapfrog Inter in Race for Highly-Rated Left Wing-Back

June 20, 2021 Marko Vrakela Inter, Lazio, Serie A

Lazio have reportedly overtaken Inter in hot pursuit of in-demand Eintracht Frankfurt left wing-back Filip Kostic. According to Corriere dello Sport (via SempreInter), the Biancocelesti are confident of outmaneuvering the newly-crowned Italian champions in a keenly-contested race for the Serb's signature.

Inter Reach Out to Milan Star Representatives Over Summer Switch

June 20, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Inter, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter have reportedly reached out to the representatives of out-of-contract Milan playmaker Hakan Calhanoglu. As reported by Calciomercato, the Nerazzurri are entertaining the prospect of replacing Christian Eriksen with the Turkey international this summer.

Milan Made Contact for Ukraine International Roman Yaremchuk

June 20, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have reportedly established contacts with Belgian outfit Gent over Ukrainian striker Roman Yaremchuk. According to Italian journalist Alessandro Jacobone, talks between Paolo Maldini and the Jupiler Pro League side over the 25-year-old are underway.

Rodri Hints at Spain Chances of Reaching Euro 2020 Knock-outs

June 19, 2021 Marko Vrakela European Championships 2020, Poland, Spain

Spain star midfielder Rodri is adamant Luis Enrique's team will make it out of the group stage despite a sluggish start to their Euro 2020 journey. La Furia Roja were held to a dismal 1-1 draw to Poland in their second match in Group E on Saturday.

Robin Gosens Fires Germany to Massive Euro 2020 Win Over Portugal

June 19, 2021 Marko Vrakela Euro 2020, European Championships 2020, Germany, Portugal

Portugal and Germany locked horns at the Allianz Arena in one of the most exciting matches at Euro 2020 on Saturday. Despite taking an early lead, the reigning European champions ended up on the wrong end of a 4-2 scoreline.

Hungary Hold World Cup Champions to Heroic Draw in Budapest

Hungary Hold World Cup Champions France to Heroic Draw

June 19, 2021 Marko Vrakela Euro 2020, European Championships 2020, France, Hungary

Heroic display from Hungary at the Puskas Arena saw the hosts hold reigning World Cup champions France to a 1-1 draw in an exciting Euro 2020 group stage fixture. Despite entering the Matchday 2 showdown as massive underdogs, the Hungarians managed to hold their ground against an all-star team on Saturday afternoon.

Inter Ready to Sacrifice Major Star to Keep Hold of Lautaro Martinez

June 19, 2021 Marko Vrakela Inter, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter will be keen to fend off Lautaro Martinez's suitors if they offload Paris Saint-Germain-linked Achraf Hakimi in the summer. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport (via SempreInter), the Nerazzurri are terrified of the prospect of losing the Argentine and are willing to 'sacrifice' the right wing-back.

Manuel Locatelli Chooses Juventus Over Foreign Interest

June 19, 2021 Marko Vrakela Juventus, PSG, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Sought-after Sassuolo starlet Manuel Locatelli is keen to join Juventus this summer amid speculations about foreign interest. According to Tuttosport, the Italian has prioritized a move to the Allianz Stadium over an abroad switch.

Lazio Unwilling to Sell Standout Performer to Inter

June 19, 2021 Marko Vrakela Inter, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio are reluctant to negotiate Luis Alberto's departure despite growing interest from Inter boss Simone Inzaghi in his former pupil. As per Fabrizio Romano (via TheLaziali), Biancocelesti supremo Claudio Lotito is determined to fend off Inzaghi's interest following a summer break-up.

Ukraine's Andriy Yarmolenko Delivers His Verdict on Netherlands Loss

Ukraine’s Andriy Yarmolenko Comments on Loss to Netherlands

June 13, 2021 Marko Vrakela Euro 2020, Netherlands, Ukraine

The Netherlands and Ukraine played out arguably the most exciting game at Euro 2020 so far, with the Oranje running out 3-2 victors in a five-goal thriller. In the post-match interview, Andriy Yarmolenko shared his opinion about his team's inability to hold onto a hard-fought stalemate.

Milan and Olivier Giroud Reached Verbal Agreemen

Milan and Olivier Giroud Have Reached Verbal Agreement

June 13, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Chelsea, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan and Olivier Giroud have a verbal agreement for the France international to leave Chelsea and join them on a two-year deal. According to Corriere dello Sport (via MilanNews), it is now up to the striker to convince the Premier League outfit to let him leave on a free transfer.

Author: Marko Vrakela