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Lazio Wantaway Draws Interest from Leicester and Other English Clubs

July 26, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Lazio, Leicester, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio need to complete a high-profile sale in order to finance their reinforcement campaign. Since the Luis Alberto's controversy has subsided, Joaquin Correa is the most likely candidate to leave. PSG have eyed for some time, but without reaching an agreement with the Biancocelesti. Leicester have recently joined the race. The Foxes are readying a €25M offer for the attacker.

Five (Plus One) Players That Milan Sold Too Soon

July 26, 2021 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Most Rossoneri fans are satisfied with the work done by club directors Paolo Maldini and Ricky Massara, but things were far less bright during the previous regimes. So let's take a look at five (or more accurately six) players who were sold by the Diavolo too soon, as they went on to shine elsewhere.

Liverpool Super-Sub Wants Out, Appreciates Surprise Serie A Team

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

Xherdan Shaqiri is ready to leave Anfield to get more minutes. “The most important thing for my career now is to play regularly. That has not always happened over the last 3 seasons. I have told Liverpool that I want a new challenge. They accepted my request and will evaluate the offers.” He showered Lazio with praise in an interview, suggesting them as a destination.

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.