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Napoli Top Defender on Real Madrid Radar to Potentially Replace Varane

July 30, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Napoli, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Real Madrid are looking for a new trustworthy defender after selling Raphael Varane to Manchester United. Carlo Ancelotti is a big fan of Kalidou Koulibaly, but he would not come cheap. As always, Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis will hold firm on his lofty requests and demand €50/60M to sell him.

Inter Make Progress in Talks with Arsenal to Bring In Hector Bellerin

July 30, 2021 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Cagliari, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter are working on multiple fronts to strengthen the squad and adequately substitute Achraf Hakimi. The agent of Hector Bellerin met Arsenal Thursday. He inquired about whether the Gunners would let him leave on an initial loan, and they are now more open to such possibility. The Nerazzurri are to sealing the deal for Nahitan Nandez, while Arturo Vidal wants to stay.

Atalanta Set to Beat Serie A Top Clubs to Sign Verona Touted Defender

July 30, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Atalanta are one step away from acquiring Matteo Lovato from Verona. The defender was in high demand in January when Milan, Juventus, and Inter were after him. The buzz had subsided in the summer, up until the Bergamaschi made a swift move to purchase him.

Santos Claim Kaio Jorge’s Contract to Be Longer Than Reported

July 30, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

The plot of the Kaio Jorge drama thickens. Just as Juventus were closing in on adding him on a free in January, Santos say that his contract actually expires in 2023. They state that the Brazilian federation allowed him to sign a five-year contract even if he was underage. A legal battle with the player's agents might ensue given the murky situation, putting the deal in jeopardy.

Milan Aim to Add Some Youth Up Front, Take Interest in Nantes Forward

July 29, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan might miss out on Kaio Jorge, as Juventus leapfrogged them in the chase. But they still intend to bring in a young striker to spice up their veteran front-line. The new candidate for the role is Nantes’ Randal Kolo Muani, who was part of the French Olympic team. He blossomed in the most recent campaign and has just a year left on his contract.

Five Players That Inter Sold Too Soon in The Last Ten Years

July 29, 2021 Michel Sakr Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

As if the departure of their charismatic manager Antonio Conte wasn't a big enough blow, the Nerazzurri sold Achraf Hakimi to Paris Saint Germain despite being one of their three major stars - alongside Romelu Lukaku and Lautaro Martinez. Therefore, the 22-year-old joins the list of players of were sold too soon by the Beneamata. But where exactly would he land in the Top 5?

Chiellini Announces Extension, Sassuolo Warn Juventus on Locatelli

July 29, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Giorgio Chiellini has been out of contract for almost a month. Even though his agent voiced some discontent, there have never been real doubts he would continue with Juventus. The defender confirmed it today while getting an award. Instead, the Bianconeri will have to wait to talk to meet Paulo Dybala's agent and need to hurry to sign Manuel Locatelli.

Hakim Ziyech kept things close to the vest on his future after being quizzed about it following the World Cup opener against Croatia.

Milan Still Tracking Chelsea Fringe Playmaker, Eye Possible Late Move

July 29, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan pursued Hakim Ziyech shortly after losing Hakan Calhanoglu. Even though they are after multiple targets, he remains on their shortlist for the role. Given the difficulties for Nikola Vlasic and Julian Brandt, he could be a serious option late in the window. The two sides have a tight relationship and have already done some business together this summer.

Lorenzo Insigne Could Stay at Napoli Despite Being on an Expiring Deal

July 29, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Lorenzo Insigne and Napoli are not on the same page in the negotiation to extend his contract. However, that may not necessarily lead to a break-up this summer. The Italian international could stay at the club despite just a year left on his deal. The two parties are in talks to prolong the pact, but they are in polar positions. The winger has shown no intention to leave, though.

Lautaro Martinez, Inter, Atletico Madrid

Atletico Madrid Among Teams Keeping Tabs on Inter Argentinian Star

July 29, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Atletico Madrid has joined the list of top clubs monitoring Lautaro Martinez. The striker has only two years left on his deal and decided to postpone extension talks. Inter have no intention of selling him this summer. However, La Liga could be his natural next destination in the future. He has previously been pursued by Barcelona and Real Madrid.

Roma on the Verge of Acquiring Genoa Revelation Eldor Shomurodov

July 29, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma are in very advanced talks to sign Eldor Shorumorodov from Genoa. The two sides are ironing out the deal, but all indications suggest it will go through. The Giallorossi wanted to bring in another offensive contributor and identified the Uzbek as the ideal candidate. They will pay €18/20M for the purchase, likely with the formula of a loan with obligation to buy.

Juventus Ship Marko Pjaca to Torino, Working on Few More Departures

July 28, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Marko Pjaca has officially completed the crosstown transfer to Torino. He joined the Granata on a season-long loan with a €7M option to sign him. Juventus are looking to further trim the rosters as they want to part ways with Aaron Ramsey, Daniele Rugani, Merih Demiral and Gianluca Frabotta. The first two could move through swaps deal with PSG and Milan.