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Inter and Cagliari Differ on Nandez Deal, Conte Warhorse Poised for Exit

July 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Cagliari, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Inter and Cagliari are actively negotiating for Nahitan Nandez, but they are not on the same page. The Sardinians are open to letting him leave on an initial loan, but not at the sums proposed by the Nerazzurri. The two sides are discussing few players, although it will not be a straight swap. In the meantime, the Beneamata are working to terminate the contract of Arturo Vidal.

Milan Readying New Offer for Man United Defender, Eye Two Alternatives

July 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Milan are attempting to find a new right-back to pair up with Davide Calabria. The top option is to bring back Diogo Dalot, who had a positive stint last season. Manchester United have so far rejected the proposals, but the Rossoneri are preparing a new one to convince them. If they were unsuccessful, they would turn to Alvaro Odriozola and Serge Aurier.

Roma Get Their New Left-Back, Set to Renew Efforts to Sign Xhaka

July 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma have found their new left-back as they have come to terms to acquire Matias Vina from Palmeiras. Director Tiago Pinto confirmed his arrival to some fans. Moreover, they will soon make the final push to acquire Granit Xhaka from Arsenal, who has long been their top target to bolster the midfielder. However, they will have to slightly raise their previous bid.

Blockbuster Swap Between Barcelona and Juventus Unlikely to Happen

July 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

The talks between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid regarding the swap between Antoine Griezmann and Saul have hit a roadblock. Some reports suggested the Blaugrana offered the French striker to Juventus in exchange for Paulo Dybala, but the deal is improbable because of the gulf in the wages of the two star strikers. Plus, the Bianconeri plan to keep their no.10.

Milan Get an Assist from Nikola Vlasic, Still Interested in Old Objective

July 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Serie A, Transfer Market

Nikola Vlasic is trying to convince CSKA Moscow to let him join Milan. The Rossoneri identified him as one of the top candidates to replace Hakan Calhanoglu. However, their first bid, which consisted of an initial loan with option to buy, has been rejected. The coach of the Russian club openly stated that the playmaker wants to leave. The Rossoneri are still eyeing Josip Ilicic.

Barcelona are eyeing Serie A to bolster their defense next summer, and Matthijs De Ligt and Kalidou Koulibaly are highly-placed in their shortlist.

Man United, Everton and Liverpool Linked with Koulibaly – Where Should He Go?

July 20, 2021 Michel Sakr Calciomercato, everton, Italian Football, Liverpool, Manchester United, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

On Monday, Napoli fans began their week with some concerning news on different fronts. Club captain, Lorenzo Insigne, is reportedly being put on the market after refusing to sign a contract extension. On another note, Manchester United launched a transfer bid for star defender Kalidou Koulibaly.

Fiorentina Starlet Quashes Exit Rumors Despite Having Plenty of Suitors

July 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Dusan Vlahovic plans to sign an extension with Fiorentina, and, in any case, he will stay this summer. When a fan asked him about the new contract, he replied: “I will sign it when they offer it to me.” The negotiation between the two parties has been rocky up until this point and the release clause represents a point of contention, but he has two years left on his current deal.

Tottenham Set to Sign Atalanta Goalie, Join Race for Man United Target

July 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Tottenham are in advanced talks to acquire Pierluigi Gollini from Atalanta. The goalkeeper is on his way out after the Bergamaschi brought in Juan Musso from Udinese. Moreover, the Spurs are eyeing Cristian Romero, who has a very high price tag, and are negotiating with Bologna for Takehiro Tomiyasu, although the Felsinei are in no rush to sell him.

Milan Have Agreement with Kaio Jorge but Juventus Have Not Given Up

July 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan are in pole position to sign Kaio Jorge from Santos. They have come to terms with his agent Giulio Bertolucci, which puts them in a good spot. However, they will not spend the €10M asked by the Brazilian club to complete the deal. Juventus are chasing after the 19-year-old striker as well. Both Italian sides are willing to offer at most €5/6M to sign him right away.

OFFICIAL: Milan Seal Deal to Bring Back Brahim Diaz from Real Madrid

July 19, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

After Olivier Giroud and Fodé Ballo-Touré, Milan have completed the trifecta of rumored acquisitions. On Monday, they officially announced the return of Brahim Diaz from Real Madrid. The Spanish attacker returns to Serie A with a different formula than compared to last year, as he will be back on a two-year loan with an option to buy and the recompra for Real Madrid.

Gattuso Addresses Tottenham Controversy: “The Wound Is Still Open”

July 19, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Tottenham

It has been a troubled summer for Gennaro Gattuso. He initially joined Fiorentina, only to leave after three weeks over disagreements on the transfer market strategy. He was in the running for the Tottenham job, but the fans caused an uproar that prevented the hiring. The manager was accused of being racist and homophobic. He opened up in an interview.

Juventus Keeping Tabs on Bayern Munich Midfielder on His Way Out

July 19, 2021 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A

Corentin Tolisso is likely to leave Bayern Munich this summer, and Juventus are among the possible destinations. The Bianconeri are considering adding another midfielder on top of Manuel Locatelli. The Frenchman could move for €20M. The Old Lady has yet to reach an agreement with Sassuolo for the Italian starlet but could bring in two pieces in light of Arthur's injury.