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With Adrien Rabiot staying and no solutions for Arthur, Juventus are scrambling to find room for Leandro Paredes and might part ways with Denis Zakaria.

Zakaria Announces Return from Injury, Downplays Comparisons

March 31, 2022 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Denis Zakaria has shaken off his thigh strain during the break and will resume being an option against Inter: “I am fine now, as I worked hard to get back into shape. Getting hurt right after the debut was frustrating as I came here to play. The match against Inter is pivotal for us."

Milan are inching closer to Charles De Ketelaere with their latest €30M offer, but Bruges coach Carl Hoefkens prefers that he stays put at the club.

Leicester City in ‘Pole Position’ for ‘Next De Bruyne’ Amid Napoli Interest

March 31, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Belgium, Leicester, Napoli, Newcastle United, Serie A, Transfer Market

Italian giants Milan are ones to have long been linked to the Belgian forward, who has lit up the nation’s Pro League with his stupendous performances at the top level. He has 17 goals and 9 assists in 41 appearances for the Bruges based club this season.

Lazio will undergo a profound transformation in the summer, and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Luis Alberto might both ask out.

Milinkovic-Savic and Luis Alberto Mulling Over Lazio Future

March 31, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester City, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Lazio will undergo a profound transformation in the summer, and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Luis Alberto might both ask out. The two stars believe their long cycles with the Biancocelesti could be coming to a close. The Biancocelesti also have several players on expiring contracts.

The Milan players will have one further motivation in Sunday’s Scudetto deciding game versus Sassuolo. The club has set a considerable bonus if they won.

Arsenal and Juventus Outcasts Enter Milan Transfer Wishlist

March 31, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Arsenal, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Of all the wingers present in the first team, only Rafael Leao and Alexis Saelemaekers have been pocketing regular game time. The others, including Junior Messias, Samu Castillejo and Ante Rebic, all have just 52 appearances this season cumulatively.

Inter have started seeking for a new contributor on the left wing, as Ivan Perisic might not re-up his contract, and Fabrizio Angileri is a candidate.

Inter Among Possible Landing Spots for River Plate Defender

March 31, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, River Plate, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Inter have started seeking for a new contributor on the left wing, as Ivan Perisic might not re-up his contract, and Fabrizio Angileri could be a cheap candidate. He will be a free agent in a few months as well. He is one of the options to back up Robin Gosens next season.

Paulo Dybala has started looking for a new home after Juventus announced that they will not offer him a new contract, and rumors are flying.

Barcelona Snub Dybala, Atletico Madrid and Inter Lead Race

March 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Paulo Dybala has started looking for a new home after Juventus announced that they will not offer him a new contract. His agent met with Inter, but the striker appears in no rush. Reports from Spain suggest that Barcelona are not keen on him and that he would like to join Atletico Madrid.

José Mourinho has identified the centerpieces of his Roma team next season, a list that features some confirmations but also some surprises.

Mourinho Indicates Seven Cornerstones to Build Roma Around

March 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

José Mourinho has identified the centerpieces of his Roma team next season. The coach plans to lean on Rui Patricio, Tammy Abraham, Chris Smalling, Leonardo Spinazzola, Sergio Oliveira, Lorenzo Pellegrini and Henrik Mkhitaryan. Nicolò Zaniolo and Jordan Veretout are notably missing.

Arsenal Enquired About Inter Star Striker's Availability

Inter Prepare Dybala Arrival but Lautaro Future Comes First

March 30, 2022 Akhil Fisher Arsenal, Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market

One of the main players touted to leave the Nerazzurri is Lautaro Martinez. The Argentine striker has witnessed ups and downs in his Inter career so far, and it is understood that the club is ready to part ways with him, given the right offer.

The 2021-2022 season marked the second year in a row that no Sicilian clubs played in Italy’s top two flights, Serie A and Serie B

The Downfall of Sicilian Football from Palermo to Catania

March 30, 2022 Dima Gambino Catania, Palermo, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Serie B, Tactical Trends One comment

Sicily has seen over 30 professional and semi-professional teams over the years, most notably Palermo, Catania, and Messina. However, the 2021-2022 season marked the second year in a row that no Sicilian clubs played in Italy’s top two flights.

Nicolas Pepe has not fully lived up to expectations at Arsenal, and he might be on the move in the summer, with Milan among the possible suitors.

Milan Keeping a Watchful Eye on Frustrated Arsenal Forward

March 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Nicolas Pepe has not fully lived up to expectations at Arsenal, and he might be on the move in the summer, with Milan among the possible suitors. The Ivorian winger transferred to London for a hefty sum two years ago. His contract runs out in 2024. He is unhappy for the lack of playing time.

Premier League Clubs On the Hunt for De Vrij as Bremer Links Strengthen

March 30, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Torino, Tottenham, Transfer Market

His departure will warrant needed funds for the transfer for Inter’s long-standing Brazilian target from Turin. So far, not many teams have expressed interest in De Vrij’s services, but that doesn’t mean he is short of suitors.

Vincenzo Italiano has chosen the powerful Fali Ramadani as his agent, a move that likely does not please Fiorentina considering previous events.

Italiano Switching Agent Reason for Concern for Fiorentina

March 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A

Vincenzo Italiano has chosen the powerful Fali Ramadani as his agent, which is unlikely to please Fiorentina. The coach has not severed ties with his previous one, Francesco Caliandro. The Viola have a checkered history with his new representatives, who arranged Federico Chiesa's transfer.