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Milan and Juventus Now Facing Strong Competition for Santos Starlet

July 26, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Milan are not the only ones pursuing Kaio Jorge. Benfica are in talks with Santos to purchase the 19-year-old striker, while Juventus are squarely still in the race. The Rossoneri would be in the lead if the player waited until the end of his deal to move. However, the Brazilian club is trying to monetize his departure in this window.

Ronaldo Reports to Juventus, Poised for Key Meeting with Allegri

July 26, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Cristiano Ronaldo arrived at the Juventus training center today, as scheduled, to take the medicals and start the pre-season preparation. Vice-president Pavel Nedved reiterated that the star would stay put, despite the speculation linking him to a move to PSG. The striker will soon have a sit-down with the coach to clear the air on some matters.

Roma Eye Two More International Strikers as Dzeko Wants to Stay

July 26, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma covet Sardar Azmoun and are preparing an offer to sign him for Zenit. However, they face stiff competition for the center-forward, in particular from Bayer Leverkusen. In the meantime, Edin Dzeko openly stated that he plans to stay in the Italian Capital.

Milan Star Displays Loyalty Amid Extension Talks and Liverpool Links

July 26, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Liverpool, Serie A, Transfer Market, Uncategorized

Franck Kessie will not take the same route of Gianluigi Donnarumma and Hakan Calhanoglu and depart Milan on a free transfer next year. Even though his contract is up in 2022, the midfielder plans to stay long-term. He announced it in an interview.

Inter CEO Plays Down Speculations About Romelu Lukaku’s Exit

July 25, 2021 Marko Vrakela Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter CEO Beppe Marotta has rubbished speculations about Romelu Lukaku's potential departure in the ongoing transfer window. During an interview with SportMediaset (via SempreInter), the Nerazzurri supremo reiterated the club's intent to retain the in-demand Belgium international.

Bundesliga Side Take Interest in Juventus’ Merih Demiral

July 25, 2021 Marko Vrakela Atalanta, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Borussia Dortmund have reportedly placed a watchful eye on the Juventus third-choice centre-back Merih Demiral. According to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Serie A giants are ready to sell the Turkish star for around €35million.

Roma In Talks With Household PSG Forward Over Summer Move

July 25, 2021 Marko Vrakela Juventus, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Mauro Icardi's wife-agent, Wanda Nara, is in talks with Roma over her husband's potential move from Paris Saint-Germain. According to shocking claims from La Reppublica, the Argentine could seal a deal with the Giallorossi on the back of Jose Mourinho's appointment.

Quicksilver Monaco Forward Wants Inter Reunion

July 25, 2021 Marko Vrakela Inter Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Monaco forward Keita Balde has informed the club of his intent on securing a return to Inter in the ongoing transfer window. According to French outlet Foot Mercato (via SempreInter), the player wants to return to the Giuseppe Meazza, where he spent a decent loan spell in 2018/19.

Paris Saint-Germain Established Contact With Napoli Defender

July 25, 2021 Marko Vrakela Inter Milan, Napoli, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly joined Inter in a keenly-contested race to sign Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly. As reported by Corriere dello Sport, the Ligue 1 powerhouse have had a meeting with the player's agent Fali Ramadani to understand the feasibility of the move.

Milan’s Hopes of Landing Julian Brandt Handed Major Boost

July 25, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan's hopes of landing Borussia Dortmund playmaker Julian Brandt have received a massive boost. According to SempreMilan, the Bundesliga giants are open to the idea of letting the versatile forward leave on a paid loan with an option to buy.

Maurizio Sarri Wants Reunion With Juventus Centre-Back at Lazio

Maurizio Sarri Wants Reunion with Juventus Center-Back at Lazio

July 24, 2021 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Newly-appointed Lazio boss Maurizio Sarri has compiled a list of transfer targets featuring the name of Juventus defender Daniele Rugani. As per Il Tempo (via The Laziali), the Italian manager wants to reunite with his former pupil for the third time.

Milan Weighing Up Summer Swoop for Top-Class Bundesliga Star

July 24, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Versatile Borussia Dortmund forward Julian Brandt has caught attention from AC Milan, who are hunting down the new playmaker. According to Italian journalist Carlo Pellegatti, the Rossoneri are entertaining the prospect of submitting a bid for the German talent to replace Hakan Calhanoglu.