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Mourinho Dishes on Roma Ownership and Brazil Links

January 4, 2024 Enrico Passarella Brazil, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

José Mourinho resumed speaking about his future after a tougher-than-expected win over Cremonese that allowed Roma to punch their tickets to the Coppa Italia’s Round of 8 on Wednesday night: “I don’t think it’s true that the club is searching for a new coach."

Sócrates and Fiorentina had the potential to be a match made in heaven. But how did the eccentric Brazilian falter in Florence?

Serie A Tranfer Market Stories: The Socrates Struggles in Florence

December 4, 2023 Alex Waite Brazil, Brazilian Football, Fiorentina, Serie A, Transfer Market, Transfer Market Stories

Sócrates and Fiorentina was a relationship that made sense on many levels. The iconic Brazilian had a fascination with culture and philosophy off the pitch, which was well-suited to a life in Florence. But on the pitch, things never clicked for the offbeat midfielder.

Considered one of Brazilian football’s hottest prospects, Leonardo is contracted with Santos until December 2026, and is expected to depart soon.

Newcastle United Set to Challenge Roma for Santos Starlet

November 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Brazil, Brazilian Football, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Newcastle United, Premier League, Roma, Santos, Serie A, Transfer Market

Considered one of Brazilian football’s hottest prospects, Leonardo is contracted with Santos until December 2026, and is expected to depart the club by the end of the 2023/24 European season. The emergence of Premier League giants Newcastle United in the transfer race is set to shake things up.

Roma Great Dubious About Marcos Leonardo Coming Over

October 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brazil, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Santos, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Marcos Leonardo was very close to joining Roma last summer, but a few factors impeded him from switching sides. Giallorossi icon Aldair is skeptical the move will come together in the future either: “I don’t think the transfer will happen. He’s very good. There was a lot of chatter last summer."

José Mourinho and Roma might be in limbo until the end of the season, but the coach might not wait that long before pursuing a different landing spot.

Shock Return to Real Madrid on the Table for Roma’s Mourinho

October 20, 2023 Akhil Fisher Brazil, Brazilian Football, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Real Madrid, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

With Carlo Ancelotti in line to coach Brazil from next year onwards, Mourinho has reportedly received interest from Los Blancos’ end. The Special One is atop the record-European champions’ wishlist to succeed Don Carlo. His Roma contract expires at the end of the season.

Inter went after Bento during their goalkeeping search last summer before giving up the chase because the talks had gotten too complicated.

Inter Maintain Interest in Athletico Paranaense Goalie

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brazil, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter went after Bento during their goalkeeping search last summer before giving up the chase because the talks had gotten too complicated. They remain interested in the Brazilian specialist, who might be their choice for the future at the position, although Athletico Paranaense are tough bargainers.

Carlos Augusto has been called up by Brazil for the first time in his career, benefitting from some absences. Italy reportedly courted the wingback.

Inter Newcomer Called Up By Brazil After Italy Interest

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brazil, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri

Carlos Augusto has been selected by Brazil for the first time in his career, benefitting from some absences. Italy reportedly courted the wingback, who possesses a double passport, but he always preferred the Seleçao: “I’ve been dreaming of this since I was a kid."

Arthur addressed his start at Fiorentina and didn’t rule out a return to Juventus after the loan spell in: “I’ve been comfortable from the start."

Arthur Muses on Fiorentina Move and His Juventus Future

September 21, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brazil, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Arthur addressed his start at Fiorentina and didn’t rule out a potential return to Juventus following the loan spell in an interview: “I’ve been comfortable since day one here. I spoke with Vincenzo Italiano before joining. He told me how he wanted the team to play, and he was correct."

Santos general manager Gallo has backed Marcos Leonardo to leave in the next transfer window, after Roma failed to come an agreement over the summer.

Santos Open January Exit Door for Roma Target Leonardo

September 8, 2023 Akhil Fisher Brazil, Brazilian Football, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Santos, Serie A, Transfer Market

Santos general manager Alexandre Gallo has backed Marcos Leonardo to leave in the next transfer window, after Roma failed to come an agreement over the summer. Although Leonardo is touted to face extra competition come winter, Roma are still in pole position to win the transfer race.

Fiorentina have not stunted their efforts by shortlisting just one player to boost their defense, as Gremio midfielder Villasanti is also on their radar.

Paraguay Midfield Talent Villasanti on Fiorentina Radar

August 23, 2023 Akhil Fisher Brazil, Brazilian Football, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina’s hunt for a defensive talent has taken them to South America, with Boca Juniors prodigy Nicolas Valentini high on their wishlist. However, they have not stunted their efforts by shortlisting just one, as Gremio central midfielder Mathías Villasanti is also on the Viola radar.

As Dunga and Pisa teamed up in 1987, the two releatively unknown forces had plenty to prove. This is how the Brazilian earned a name for himself in Serie A

Serie A Transfer Market Stories: The Opposing Paths of Dunga and Pisa

August 10, 2023 Alex Waite Brazil, Fiorentina, Pisa, Serie A, Transfer Market Stories

The transfer of Brazilian Dunga and Pisa is a tale of a player trying to make his name in Europe alongside a team fighting for a consistent place in Serie A. Dunga’s need for regular first-team football in Europe coincided perfectly with a budding Pisa side in desperate need of expertise.

Natan looks set to rise within not only Napoli’s ranks in the coming months, but also star for the Brazil national team in the near future.

Bragantino Boss Caixinha Praises Natan: “He Was an Example”

August 8, 2023 Akhil Fisher Brazil, Brazilian Football, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

New Napoli signing Natan has been praised for being an example to teammates at his former club. Red Bull Bragantino coach Pedro Caixinha coached the 22-year-old defender for one season, and the center-back’s development showed no signs of slowing down: "He gave us everything until the last day."

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