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Bayern Munich Make Strides in Pursuit of Theo Hernandez

May 7, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, La Liga, Manchester United, Premier League, Real Madrid, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Bayern Munich are going after Theo Hernandez to replace Alphonso Davies, who might leave in the summer. The contract of the Canadian star expires in 2025. He’ll likely be sold without an extension in the next couple of months. Real Madrid are strongly tracking him.

Juventus hold out hope their long-time target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic will force his way out of Saudi Arabia, more likely in the summer.

Juventus Continue to Dream of Signing Milinkovic-Savic

January 23, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus have formally closed their window early through the words of their top director, but they keep working under the radar, and they hold out hope their long-time target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic will force his way out of Saudi Arabia.

While it seems like Sergej Milinkovic-Savic will most likely head towards the exit door , Juventus have joined the race to sign the Lazio midfield ace.

Former Lazio Ace Tickles Fans Imagination with Emotional Statement

January 20, 2024 Marko Vrakela Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio embarrassed themselves in the second semi-final of the 2023/24 Supercoppa Italiana, slumping to a disheartening 3-0 defeat to runaway Serie A leaders Inter on Friday. Former Biancocelesti ace Sergej Milinkovic-Savic admitted the Rome outfit's demolition 'saddened' him, insisting he misses his old club.

Filip Kostic hasn’t had a great season and is drawing interest from Saudi Arabia. Juventus would consider potential offers.

Juventus Could Decide to Offload Underperforming Kostic

January 11, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Despite their lack of resources, Juventus might not be done making moves in January. They need some to sell to foot possible additions. Filip Kostic hasn’t had a great season and is drawing interest from Saudi Arabia. The Bianconeri would consider an offer.

The arrival and confirmation of Daniele De Rossi on the Roma bench is going to affect the team's transfer market strategy.

Saudi Arabia Sides to Pursue Lukaku and Immobile Again

December 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Lazio, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Saudi Arabia didn’t manage to lure Romelu Lukaku and Ciro Immobile last summer, but their clubs haven’t given up for good. They are preparing large bids to succeed in their purpose next summer. Chelsea have set a €42M price tag for their striker, who’s currently on loan at Roma.

Napoli patron Aurelio De Laurentiis jumped the gun a little when he claimed that they were about to shake hands with Victor Osimhen but not by a lot.

Napoli Not Out of the Woods Regarding Osimhen Situation

September 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, La Liga, Manchester United, Napoli, Premier League, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Victor Osimhen hit the net as Napoli breezed to a healthy 4-1 win over Udinese on Wednesday, but he wasn’t exactly the picture of happiness after scoring and while subbing off in the second half. The recent controversies are weighing on him and could affect his future.

Following the massive point deduction, Juventus face an uphill battle to qualify for a continental cup for 2023/2024, but many players are expected to stay.

Mitrovic Reveals Efforts to Convince Vlahovic to Leave Juventus for Saudi Arabia

September 16, 2023 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Former Fulham talisman Aleksandar Mitrovic has confessed he tried to convince Juventus superstar Dusan Vlahovic to join him in the Saudi Pro League. In an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport (page 23), the prolific striker admitted he talked to his international colleague about the prospect of a reunion in the Middle East.

After a long negotiation, Serie A clubs have decided to confirm the status quo regarding TV rights, accepting an offer from DAZN and Sky.

Napoli President Derides Saudi Offer for Their Top Star

September 4, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Saudi Arabia, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Napoli and Aurelio De Laurentiis held on to Victor Osimhen in the summer despite the determined advances from Saudi Arabia. Al-Hilal in particular seemed close to snapping up the Nigerian star midway through the winter window. They reportedly tendered €40M per year to the player.

Marco Verratti was absent from the first call-ups by new Italy coach Luciano Spalletti. However, it wasn’t a choice of the manager.

Verratti Agrees Saudi Move Amid Man United and Bayern Interest

August 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Paris Saint Germain, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Manchester United, Bayern Munich, and Al Ahli have reportedly entered the picture to sign Paris Saint-Germain star Marco Verratti. The Italian midfield ace, who is free to leave the French capital this summer, was linked with potential moves to Al-Hilal or Roma last month.

Hakan Calhanoglu was once again instrumental to his team’s success in Tuesday’s Champions League clash against RB Salzburg. He confirmed two trends.

Inter Standout Midfield to Rebuff Potential Saudi Arabia Approach

August 20, 2023 Marko Vrakela Inter, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu could reportedly join a small group of European stars to stay immune to the charms of Saudi Arabia's petrodollars. Today's print edition of Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInter1908, claims the ex-Milan playmaker has no interest in swapping Europe for the Middle East.

A new controversy has hit Napoli, as Victor Osimhen has deleted almost all the Napoli references and pictures from his social media pages.

Napoli Close to Tying Osimhen Down to New Deal

August 13, 2023 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Victor Osimhen is ready to pledge his long-term future to Napoli despite attracting interest from Europe's big guns and Saudi Arabia's loaded sides. According to Il Matino (via Tuttomercatoweb), the Nigeria international has agreed to pen a new deal at the Diego Maradona Stadium.

Napoli wouldn’t look far if they sold Victor Osimhen to Al-Hilal, as Jonathan David has long been tapped as the heir apparent of the Nigerian star.

Napoli to Track Familiar Target if Osimhen Departs

August 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Lille, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Napoli wouldn’t look far if they sold Victor Osimhen to Al-Hilal, as Jonathan David has long been tapped as the heir apparent of the Nigerian star, as it happened at Lille. They have an agreement in principle with him, but that doesn’t necessarily mean their striker is any closer to leaving.

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