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Matias Soulé clarified in an interview that he’s not abandoning Argentina, despite the lack of consideration, to switch to Italy.

Soulé Ends Italy Buzz by Committing to Argentina Again

October 16, 2025 Enrico Passarella Argentina, Italian Football, Italy, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, The Azzurri

Matias Soulé clarified in an interview that he’s not abandoning Argentina, despite the lack of consideration, to switch to Italy, ceasing the chatter sparked by some declarations by his agent. He also discussed his Roma future as well: "Nothing has changed."

Matias Soulé has carried the Roma attack in the early going, but he has yet to become a regular for Argentina and has the Italian passport.

Roma Star Considering Switching Allegiance to Italy

October 8, 2025 Enrico Passarella Argentina, Italian Football, Italy, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, The Azzurri

Matias Soulé has carried the Roma attack in the early going amid their strikers’ struggles and Paulo Dybala’s injury woes. However, his sound performances in the last few months haven’t resulted in a role for Argentina. The winger is considering giving in to Italy’s courtship.

Paulo Dybala is attacking his rehab following a harsh diagnosis and the surgery and discussed his future in an interview.

Dybala Dishes on His Injury Rehab, Future, and Soulé

May 6, 2025 Enrico Passarella Argentina, Boca Juniors, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Paulo Dybala is attacking his rehab following a harsh diagnosis and the surgery and discussed his future in an interview: “I’m a little more serene now. It was tough at first when they told me how long I would be sidelined for."

Inter vice president Javier Zanetti voiced his appreciation for Santiago Castro, whom his club is actively tracking, and Cristian Romero.

Inter Icon Zanetti Lauds Bologna and Tottenham Stars

March 26, 2025 Enrico Passarella Argentina, Bologna, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Inter vice president Javier Zanetti voiced his appreciation for Santiago Castro, whom his club is actively tracking, and Cristian Romero. He’d like to see more of his compatriots join the Nerazzurri: "It's not easy because they are pricey."

Leandro Paredes has been rumored to return to Boca Juniors at the end of the season, when his Roma contract expires, to the point that he’s recruiting.

Out-of-Favor Roma Midfielder Unhappy with Life at Stadio Olimpico

November 14, 2024 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Out-of-favor Roma midfielder Leandro Paredes has admitted he is no longer happy with his life at the Stadio Olimpico. The 30-year-old has tumbled down the pecking order after the Giallorossi sacked Daniele De Rossi in mid-September.

Nico Paz has quickly drawn the interest from top clubs and earned his first Argentina call-up after his Como switch, but Real Madrid are in control.

Real Madrid Fully Pulling the Strings on Como Sensation

October 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Argentina, Calciomercato, Como, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

It didn’t take long for Nico Paz to draw the interest from top clubs and earn his first call-up by Argentina following his Como switch, but Real Madrid are fully in control when it comes to his future. The Lariani paid €6M to have this season.

Leandro Paredes has been a fixture of the formation for Roma thus far, especially because he has been one of the few midfielders who have avoided injuries.

Roma Star Lands on Barcelona Radar as Cost-Effective Solution

July 4, 2024 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma midfielder Leandro Paredes could leave the Stadio Olimpico for the second time after emerging as a potential transfer target for Barcelona. According to recent reports in Spain, Los Blaugranas could pursue a deal for the Argentina international, knowing he might be available for a cut-price fee.

Inter are ready to cash in on Valentin Carboni, who’s being tracked by a few teams in Italy and abroad. He's about to play in Copa America.

Roberto De Zerbi’s Marseille Eye Highly-Rated Inter Talent

July 2, 2024 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Marseille, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter Milan have a varied cohort of young talents in the mix, and one of them is Argentina international Valentin Carboni. At just 19, Carboni already has three appearances for the Albiceleste, and is now garnering attention across Italy and Europe.

Inter will have an important decision to make regarding Valentin Carboni in the summer. The young attacker has fared well while on loan at Monza

Lionel Messi Waxes Lyrical About Inter Prodigy

June 15, 2024 Marko Vrakela Argentina, Inter, Serie A

Argentina superstar Lionel Messi has praised Inter whizz-kid Valentin Carboni amid talks the Italians are ready to cash in on the young gun. Both players are preparing for the upcoming Copa America as head coach Lionel Scaloni included the 19-year-old in his squad for the most prestigious CONMEBOL tournament.

Lautaro Martinez once again professed his attachment to Inter while talking from Argentina during the international break.

Lautaro Martinez Claps Back, Relishes Time at Inter

March 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella Argentina, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Lautaro Martinez once again professed his attachment to Inter while talking from Argentina during the international break: “I’m having a nice moment, and I didn’t expect to get to this point considering the connection of the team with my compatriots."

Even though Maurizio Sarri threatened to quit following the loss against Salernitana, it doesn’t look like there’ll be quick changes on the Lazio bench.

Lazio Mull Stunning Reunion with High-Profile Coach

November 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Argentina, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Even though Maurizio Sarri threatened to quit following the latest loss against Salernitana, it doesn’t look like there’ll be changes on the Lazio bench in the near future. But it’s possible the coach and the club will part ways at the end of the season if the results aren’t satisfactory.

Juventus have been not so quietly working on the acquisitions of Teun Koopmeiners and Lewis Ferguson and are ready to include thier promising youngsters.

Juventus Starlet Matias Soule Opens Up on Joining Bianconeri

November 18, 2023 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A

Matias Soule admits it took him only ten minutes to choose Juventus when the Italians knocked on his door in 2020. The record-time Serie A champions poached him as a minor from Velez Sarsfield three years ago, giving him a taste of Europe's football at a young age.

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