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José Mourinho touched on the Roma plans for the transfer market from Japan, stating that they are no longer capable of replicating deals as sizeable as Tammy Abraham's one.

Mourinho Hesistant to Request Final Piece on the Market

August 31, 2022 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

José Mourinho would like to add a center-back, but he’s aware the management has already pulled off plenty of moves in the market while operating amid financial restrictions. The Special One offered his remarks after romping Monza: "I don’t have the courage to put pressure on the director or ownership."

Paulo Dybala chiseled his mark amongst the Serie A cream of the crop after netting his 10th Serie A goal of the season in the 3-0 win against Sampdoria.

Roma vs Monza 3-0: Dybala Scores First Goals as a Giallorosso

August 31, 2022 Matteo Carnevale Italian Football, Monza, Roma, Serie A

It was Paulo Dybala's night at the Stadio Olimpico as La Joya scored his first two goals since he joined Roma, helping the Giallorossi ease to a comfortable 3-0 win over bottom-ranked Monza.

Real Madrid need a top-end striker to replace Karin Benzema and had some contacts with Inter to gather intel on Lautaro Martinez.

Inter vs Cremonese 3-1: Barella and Lautaro Shine at the San Siro

August 31, 2022 Matteo Carnevale Cremonese, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

To prepare for the upcoming Derby di Milano, Inter needed a convincing win to bounce back from their dreadful performance at Lazio last Friday. Serie A newcomers Cremonese didn't come to the San Siro to play the part of the sacrificial lamb but eventually had to bend their knee as the Nerazzurri won 3-1.

A depleted Sassuolo side and reigning champions Milan played out an uneventful 0-0 draw in Tuesday's Serie A showdown at the Mapei Stadium

Sassuolo vs Milan 0-0: Maignan Rescues Draw for Faceless Champions

August 30, 2022 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

A depleted Sassuolo side and Milan played out an uneventful 0-0 draw in Tuesday's Serie A showdown at the Mapei Stadium. The defending Italian champions saw their six-game winning streak away to the Neroverdi arrested in a disturbing fashion.

Quality performances were few and far between for Milan and Sassuolo, and Italian international Domenico Berardi left the match with an injury

Sassuolo vs Milan Player Ratings: Berardi Injured in Draw

August 30, 2022 Will Presnell AC Milan, Player Ratings, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Milan was in poor form on Tuesday, scrapping its way to a 0-0 draw with Sassuolo. Neroverdi star and Italian international Domenico Berardi picked up an apparent hamstring injury in the affair, casting further doubt on Sassuolo's poor start to the season. Quality performances were few and far between, with both sides combining for just five shots on goal.

Cristiano Ronaldo is highly unlikely to join Napoli, despite Jorge Mendes trying to make it happen to allow him to continue playing in the Champions League.

Cristiano Ronaldo Transfer to Napoli Bound to Collapse

August 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Napoli, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Cristiano Ronaldo is highly unlikely to join Napoli, despite Jorge Mendes trying to make it happen to allow him to continue playing in the Champions League. However, the Italian outlets diverge on why the deal won’t go through while keeping a sliver of hope for a late U-turn.

Fresh contacts have taken place between Roma and Fulham for the sale of Dutch winger Justin Kluivert, who has failed to impress the Giallorossi management.

Fresh Contacts Between Roma and Fulham for Kluivert

August 30, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fulham, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fresh contacts have taken place between Roma and Fulham for the sale of Dutch winger Justin Kluivert, who has failed to impress the Giallorossi management following two unsuccessful loan spells – at RB Leipzig and Nice respectively. He is not in manager José Mourinho’s plans moving forward into the new season.

Borussia Dortmund are entertaining the possibility of letting Manuel Akanji depart but Inter aren’t the favorites to land him.

Premier League Giants Target Inter-Linked Dortmund Star

August 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Borussia Dortmund, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Leicester, Manchester City, Serie A, Transfer Market

Borussia Dortmund are entertaining the possibility of letting Manuel Akanji depart before the end of the window but, despite their long-standing interest, Inter aren’t the favorites to land him. They might not even be in contention considering their difficulties in the transfer market. Leicester City and Manchester City lead the race.

Mike Maignan experienced an unprecedented first season in Rossoneri colors, playing a key role in Milan’s triumph to a first Scudetto title in over a decade

Maignan Talks Favorite Player, Donnarumma, Dida and Scudetto

August 30, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Mike Maignan experienced an unprecedented first season in Rossoneri colors, playing a key role in Milan’s triumph to a first Scudetto title in over a decade. Expectations were abound for the French goalkeeper when he first arrived due to the high standards set by ex-keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.

Despite agreeing to an extension earlier in the summer, Nicolò Fagioli could leave Juventus on loan before deadline day, and his agent isn't thrilled.

Youngster Agent Slams Juventus But Departure Isn’t Sure

August 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Monza, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Despite agreeing to an extension earlier in the summer, Nicolò Fagioli could leave Juventus on loan. While Fabio Miretti and Nicolò Rovella saw minutes in the first three matches, he has been unused so far. His agent commented: "Their transfer market has been affected by exits they hoped to complete but couldn’t."

Belgian prodigy Aster Vranckx is the subject of a premier bid from Milan. Paolo Maldini and Ricky Massara have made the 19-year-old their primary target.

Milan Lodge Concrete Offer for Belgian Midfield Prodigy

August 30, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Serie A 2022-2023

Belgian prodigy Aster Vranckx is the subject of a premier bid from Milan. Following the transfer of Malick Thiaw from Schalke, the Rossoneri have made an offer to Wolfsburg. Paolo Maldini and Ricky Massara have made the 19-year-old midfielder their primary target ahead of transfer deadline day.

After lengthy talks, Fabian Ruiz is indeed headed to PSG, but Keylor Navas will not be included in the deal with Napoli.

Napoli and PSG Strike Deal for Ruiz but Not for Navas

August 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

After lengthy talks, Fabian Ruiz is indeed headed to PSG, but Keylor Navas will not be included in the deal with Napoli. The two clubs settled a €23M fee, with no add-ons, after the negotiation risked collapsing on that front Monday. The midfielder will ink a five-year contract and earn €5M per year.