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Roma to Target Aston Villa Midfielder If They Could Not Sign Xhaka

June 17, 2021 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma do not want to raise their offer for Granit Xhaka and are canvassing the market for possible alternatives. Douglas Luiz is at the top of their short-list, and they have been tracking him for weeks. They would start bidding for the Aston Villa midfielder if they could not reach agreement with Arsenal. They would consider spending a little more for the Brazilian midfielder since he is six years younger than the Swiss international.

Arsenal Interested in Lazio Speedster but Their Initial Offer Was Rejected

June 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Arsenal have placed an opening bid for Joaquin Correa, but Lazio deemed it too low. The Biancocelesti are not adamant about keeping the attacker and will consider selling him to fund their reinforcement campaign. However, the Gunners offered €20M, while the Italian side wants at least €35/40M to start a negotiation. Correa is not among the list of untouchable players communicated to new coach Maurizio Sarri when he was hired.

Sassuolo are living yet another positive Serie A campaign this season and, among their players, Domenico Berardi has captured many clubs' attention.

Sassuolo and Italy Rising Star on the Radar of Premier League Giants

June 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Sassuolo, Serie A, The Azzurri, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Domenico Berardi is showcasing his quality internationally for the first time in his career in the Euro after few strong seasons at Sassuolo. He is drawing interest primarily from Premier League clubs. For different reasons, the top Serie A sides are not in a position to attempt to sign him. In particular, Tottenham has made a serious inquiry him. Arsenal and Manchester United are interested, but the Neroverdi are asking for €50M for him.

Roma Nearing Agreement with Arsenal for Xhaka, Rebuffed for Belotti

June 10, 2021 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Torino, Transfer Market

Granit Xhaka is inching closer to leaving Arsenal to join Roma as the gap between the offer and the request is now minimal. The Gunners have come down from their initial demands. There is significant momentum towards the completion of the deal. The Giallorossi are confident they will land also Rui Patricio from Wolverhampton, while Torino are playing hardball for Andrea Belotti, so they are eyeing Zenit's Sardar Azmoun.

Roma Make Offers for Torino and Wolves Mainstays, Hopeful on Xhaka

June 8, 2021 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Torino, Transfer Market

Roma are looking to renovate their backbone and are trying to complete three transfers early in the window. They are pushing to sign Andrea Belotti, Rui Patricio and Granit Xhaka, however Torino, Wolverhampton and Arsenal have rejected their initial bids. They are hoping the players, who are all keen on joining them, will pressure their respective clubs to force their way out. Sardar Azmoun is an alternative for the front-line.

Granit Xhaka Pours Gasoline on Roma Links With Latest Mourinho Comments

May 30, 2021 Marko Vrakela Arsenal, Roma, Serie A

Granit Xhaka has fueled speculations about his potential switch to Roma amid Jose Mourinho's growing interest in the Arsenal midfielder's services. Currently away on international duty with Switzerland, the 28-year-old star has spoken fondly of the Portuguese manager.

Roma Open Talks to Sign Arsenal Midfielder Coveted by José Mourinho

May 27, 2021 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

José Mourinho wants to bolster the Roma midfield with at least one more piece, and the management is trying to acquire Grant Xhaka from Arsenal. The two teams are still far apart in the negotiation: the Gunners have put a €25M price tag on the Swiss international, while the Giallorossi are offering €10/12M plus add-ons.

Maurizio Sarri on Milan, Arsenal and Tottenham Radar after Roma Snub

May 6, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Arsenal, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Marseille, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Tottenham

Maurizio Sarri had prioritized Roma, putting the negotiation with Tottenham on the backburner. He is now back on the market since the Giallorossi snatched José Mourinho and, while he does not lack suitors, he is not in advanced talks with any team. He would emerge as an option for Milan and Arsenal if they decided to change their current coaches.

Super League Crumbles as English Teams Withdraw after Protests

April 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Arsenal, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester City, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

The Super League is halting its activities after the six Premier League teams abandoned the breakaway competition. Barcelona and Atletico might do the same but have yet to make it official, while Inter stated that their are no longer interested. The organization stated: “Give the current circumstance, we shall reconsider the most appropriate steps to reshape the project."

With a wordy statement, Juventus announced to have initiated the procedure to bow out of the Super League, following up on their previous announcement.

Three Serie A Clubs Among Founders of New European Super League

April 19, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Arsenal, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

An earthquake rattled the football world Sunday night as 12 of the top European clubs announced the creation of the Super League. Juventus, Milan and Inter have joined Arsenal, Atletico Madrid, Chelsea, Barcelona, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham in the effort to start the new breakaway competition. Three unnamed sides are set to be added later, while five more would change yearly.

Juventus, Arsenal and Chelsea Ready to Swoop in on Hakan Calhanoglu

April 5, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Arsenal, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

The negotiation between Milan and Hakan Calhanoglu has gotten complicated as there has been no recent progress. The two parties remain about €1M apart on the wages. Juventus are considering adding him on a free transfer and are leading the race over Arsenal and Chelsea.

Roma Ready to Challenge Atletico Madrid and Sevilla for Lacazette

March 28, 2021 Marko Vrakela Arsenal, Roma, Serie A

Roma have joined the likes of Sevilla and Atletico Madrid in the race for out-of-favor Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette. The Gunners have a tough choice to make heading into the summer as the Frenchman approaches the final 12 months of his contract.

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