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After nabbing Alvaro Morata, Milan have set sights on another Spanish veteran who starred for Atletico Madrid, Mario Hermoso.

Milan Join Long List of Suitors of Veteran Free Agent

July 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

After nabbing Alvaro Morata, Milan have set sights on another Spanish veteran who starred for Atletico Madrid, Mario Hermoso, who’s been out of contract for almost three weeks at this point. He has been attached to most of Serie A’s top sides.

As anticipated, Juventus have announced that Adrien Rabiot won’t stay at the club. The midfielder has been technically a free agent since June 30th.

Juventus Confirm that Rabiot Is Out and Cabal Is Coming

July 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

As anticipated, Juventus have announced that Adrien Rabiot won’t stay at the club. The midfielder has been technically a free agent since June 30th, but the parties remained in touch. They were unable to strike a deal, as Giuntoli revealed.

PSG have come out in the open for Victor Osimhen, but the negotiation won’t be easy or quick as the buyers don't want to pay his release clause.

PSG and Napoli Primed for a Highly Complex Negotiation

July 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Napoli, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

PSG have come out in the open for Victor Osimhen, but the negotiation won’t be easy or quick. The Ligue 1 champions would like to do the deal for less than his €130M release clause. The two clubs will have to haggle over his valuation.

Milan CEO Giorgio Furlani has confirmed that Alvaro Morata has penned the contract that will tie him to the team long-term.

Milan Chief Confirms Morata Signing, Mum on Other Deals

July 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market One comment

Milan CEO Giorgio Furlani has confirmed that Alvaro Morata has penned the contract that will tie him to the team long-term. However, the announcement of his arrival might not necessarily be imminent: “We’ve taken care of everything with the player."

Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi was stern while addressing the rumors about Teun Koopmeiners, but that doesn’t mean that the deal with Juventus is off.

Atalanta Exec’s Words on Koopmeiners Mostly Tactical

July 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi was stern while addressing the rumors about Teun Koopmeiners, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that the deal with Juventus is off: “We have never included his sale in our plans. He’s a key player for our club.”

Inter are exploring Jakub Kiwior and Johan Vasquez after Juventus beat them to the punch to sign Juan Cabal from Hellas Verona.

Inter Eye Arsenal and Genoa Defenders After Fiasco

July 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Genoa, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Inter will have to explore other options to address their defense after Juventus beat them to the punch for Juan Cabal and are tipped to pursue two who were already on their radar, Arsenal’s Jakub Kiwior and Genoa’s Johan Vasquez.

Milan and Monaco remain fairly distant on the valuation of Youssouf Fofana, but the Serie A side will continue to negotiate.

Milan to Keep Haggling for Fofana, Find Alternative

July 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Monaco, Nottingham Forest, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Milan and Monaco remain fairly distant on the valuation of Youssouf Fofana, but the Serie A side will continue to negotiate, even though they are starting to consider fallback options. They have laid eyes on Lazar Samardzic, who’s not truly an alternative.

Inter and Verona have set up the transfer of Juan Cabal to Milan. The buyers are waiting for Oaktree's final greenlight to finalize the transfer.

Juventus Set to Sign Inter Target in Blitz Deal

July 18, 2024 Marko Vrakela Hellas Verona, Inter Milan, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Juventus have reportedly made a successful last-ditch attempt to hijack Inter's pursuit of highly-rated Hellas Verona defender Juan Cabal. According to Alfredo Pedulla, the record-time Italian champions have struck a lightning-fast agreement with the Gialloblu to pip the reigning Scudetto holders to the Colombian's signature.

Lazio president Claudio Lotito quickly changed his tone after criticizing Maurizio Sarri and the squad in previous days after the win over Celtic Glasgow.

Lazio Set Sights on Napoli Outcast

July 18, 2024 Marko Vrakela Lazio, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Napoli's Gianluca Gaetano has emerged as one of the most in-demand Serie A players, with Lazio becoming the latest team to set sights on the wantaway Partenopei midfielder. According to Radio Kiss Kiss director Valter De Maggio (via LazioSpace X account), new Biancocelseti boss Marco Baroni is a keen admirer of the 24-year-old and wants to bring him to Rome.

Roma are making strides in their restless effort to purchase the services of the sought-after Sevilla center-forward Youssef En-Nesyri.

Roma Keeping Close Tabs on Ligue 1 Star Amid En-Nesyri Pursuit

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Roma are making strides in their restless effort to purchase the services of the sought-after Sevilla center-forward Youssef En-Nesyri. Daniele De Rossi's men have agreed on personal terms with the Morocco international, but they've yet to find common ground with the Andalusian outfit.

Østigård didn’t enjoy the best of starts to his Napoli career last season, as Min-jae overshadowed more than most with his fantastic performances.

Napoli Center-Back Close to Replacing Buongiorno at Torino

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Talks between Tornio and Napoli over Leo Ostigard's switch to the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino are reportedly in 'advanced stages.' According to TMW, the Granata could sign the Norwegian center-back on loan with a mandatory purchase option in a deal worth €7 million.

Adrien Rabiot is having a less than stellar end of the season amid the rumors about his Juventus future. The midfielder is legitimately torn.

Adrien Rabiot Set to Announce Decision on Juventus Future

July 18, 2024 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

There's no longer a shred of doubt. Adrien Rabiot doesn't see himself at Juventus anymore. According to multiple sources in Italy, the French star has turned down Bianconeri's final contract offer and is ready to embark on a new chapter.