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PSG Plot New Raid on Milan Amid Star’s Contractual Uncertainty

September 4, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Liverpool, PSG, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly plotting a Donnarumma-like swoop for Milan star midfielder Franck Kessie amid the player's contractual uncertainty. According to Gazzetta Dello Sport (via MilanNews), PSG are hopeful of landing the Ivory Coast international on a free transfer come the summer of 2022.

Bayern Munich and Juventus Great Mario Mandzukic Retires At Age 35

September 3, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

A couple of months after leaving Milan as a free agent, Mario Mandzukic has decided to hang his cleats. The striker scored over 200 goals during the course of his illustrious career. The 35-year-old spent 5 years with Juventus, hitting the net 44 times and contributing to 4 Scudetti and 3 Coppe Italia.

Milan Cut Trio for Champions League, Full Squads for Inter and Atalanta

September 3, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

After Juventus, also Milan, Inter, and Atalanta announced their Champions League lists today. Due to the restrictions, the Rossoneri had to keep out three players. Instead, the Nerazzurri and the Bergamaschi have basically been able to fit their whole squads.

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Rating the Juventus Transfer Session – The Hits and Misses

September 3, 2021 Michel Sakr Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

The summer transfer market has always been a thrilling circus full of unexpected twists and turns. For Juventus, however, it felt as if their transfer session never truly peaked. With Fabio Paratici out of the picture, the more cautious Federico Cherubini took over, alongside the newly-appointed CEO Maurizio Arrivabene.

Castillejo Bound for Russia, Almost Left for Hertha Berlin

September 3, 2021 Akhil Fisher Uncategorized

The Cult of Calcio recently reported of Milan’s intention to see off two players in particular – Samu Castillejo and Andrea Conti.

Ronaldo Final Words to Juventus Staffers Before Leaving Leaked

September 3, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, Serie A, Transfer Market

The departure of Cristiano Ronaldo did not materialize out of thin air, but its timing left Juventus in a precarious spot. After a summer filled with chatter, he announced he was transferring in the immediate lead-up of the Empoli match. The Portuguese ace acknowledged the situation while bidding farewell.

Roma Disclose Financial Figures for 2020/21, Reveal Substantial Debt

September 3, 2021 Akhil Fisher Roma, Serie A

The Giallorossi have released their official financial figures for the 2020/21 season, culminating with the summer transfer market that ended recently on August 31.

Salernitana and Verona Dueling to Sign Former Fiorentina Star

September 3, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Salernitana, Serie A, Transfer Market

Verona and Salernitana have opened talks to bring in Franck Ribery. The Frenchman has been without a team since his contract with Fiorentina expired in June. He would prefer to stay in Italy, but his demands on personal terms are sizable. Karamguruk are also after him.

Inter Leading Race for Ajax Goalie but a Youngster Can Turn the Tables

September 3, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

André Onana is about to return from his suspension, but he is most likely going to leave Ajax, with Inter waiting in the wings to snatch him up as a free agent in 2022. Unless Andrei Radu manages to unseat Samir Handanovic beforehand, as Simone Inzaghi has some doubts about the captain.

Roma Sporting Director Pinto’s Piece of Mind on Transfer Business

September 3, 2021 Akhil Fisher Roma, Serie A

Tiago Pinto gave his piece of mind regarding Roma’s current situation and the recently concluded transfer market – which without saying, did bring in a lot of surprises.

Lazio president Claudio Lotito reflected on his long tenure at the helm of the club and the upcoming transfer market window.

FA Probing Potential Shady Business Between Lazio and Salernitana

September 3, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Lazio, Salernitana, Serie A

Lazio and Salernitana are prohibited from making deals, but they might have tried to circumvent the arrangement with a deadline day deal involving Cedric Gondo, who was on loan to the Granata in the past two seasons. The Italian FA and the League will look into other suspicious ties between the two clubs.

Milan Set to Offload Duo in January Transfer Window

September 3, 2021 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Serie A

After being active for much of the summer transfer window, Milan will look to keep up the momentum when the winter transfer window resumes in January – according to Calciomercato.com.