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Napoli Would Like to Onboard More Georgian Players

May 1, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Torino, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Napoli have reaped major benefits from signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for cheap and aim to replicate such a deal by targeting more Georgian players. Five who play across Europe have caught their attention in particular. The Partenopei will have to bolster multiple positions.

Roma are in the market for a new defender, and they are interested in Nikola Milenkovic, but his purchase is unlikely considering his price tag.

Roma Intrigued by Milenkovic, Claims Intermediary

November 17, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma are in the market for a new defender, and they are interested in Nikola Milenkovic, but his purchase is unlikely considering his price target and their scarce resources. Intermediary Angelo Arquilla spoke on the matter: “Roma want Milenkovic but Fiorentina ask for a lot of money."

Roma are dealing with plenty of issues in the back and are the latest Serie A team tipped to have Jakub Kiwior in their crosshairs.

Roma Eye Arsenal Defender Amid Smalling’s Uncertainty

November 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Arsenal, Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma are dealing with plenty of issues in the back and are the latest Serie A team tipped to have Jakub Kiwior in their crosshairs. The Pole was recently linked to Milan, which also have a void to fill in the back. He’s director Tiago Pinto’s favorite target for the position.

Milan is determined to sign a new defender in January, and their head scout has taken a close look at Finn Van Breemen lately.

Milan Reportedly Scout Promising Basel Center-Back

November 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan is determined to sign a new defender in January, and their head scout has taken a close look at Finn Van Breemen lately. Coach Stefano Pioli stated that the position was their top priority considering Pierre Kalulu’s massive injury. Marco Pellegrino is also on the mend.

Milan Talks for Talented Defender Hit Standstill

August 6, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan will reportedly have to present a new proposal to sign up-and-coming left-back Riccardo Calafiori from Basel. According to Sky Italia's last update, the parties remain locked in talks for the Italian's return to Serie A. But negotiations have reached an impasse.

Milan are on the prowl for a new left-back option, but they might ultimately lean on their in-house resources if they don’t find a fully convincing one.

Milan Eye More Left-Back Targets but Might Stand Pat

July 26, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Fulham, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Nice, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan are on the prowl for a new left-back option, but they might ultimately lean on their in-house resources if they don’t find a fully convincing one. They will take things up a notch once Fode Ballo-Touré departs. Fulham, Nice, and Bologna are battling to capture him.

Roma youth product Riccardo Calafiori is set to depart FC Basel, perhaps on a permanent deal, following burgeoning interest from Milan.

Milan Looking to Sell Bit-Part Player Before Pursuing Calafiori

July 22, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan will, in all likelihood, have a new deputy left-back to fill in for Theo Hernandez when needed. According to Calciomercato, the Rossoneri have shortlisted Basel youngster Riccardo Calafiori as Fode Ballo-Toure's hair.

Milan Eye Roma Product Calafiori to Replace Ballo-Toure

July 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma youth product Riccardo Calafiori is set to depart FC Basel, perhaps on a permanent deal, following burgeoning interest from Milan. The Giallorossi hold a 40% sell-on clause on their former Primavera player.

Lazio have been rebuffed for Marcos Leonardo and pivoting toward different options like New York City’s Taty Castellanos and Basel’s Zeki Amdouni.

Lazio List More Candidates to Serve as Deputy Striker

July 4, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Napoli, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

The first Lazio offers for Marcos Leonardo were rebuffed by Santos, and the Biancocelesti are pivoting toward different options like New York City’s Taty Castellanos and Basel’s Zeki Amdouni. The Brazilian side is no longer in a rush to sell after cashing in on Angelo, who will join Chelsea for €18M.

Fiorentina defeated Basel 3-1 on the night and 4-3 on aggregate to advance to the UEFA Europa Conference League final

Basel vs Fiorentina 1-3: Viola Snatch Ticket to UECL Final at the Death

May 19, 2023 David Parkes Conference League, Fiorentina, International Football, Italian Football, Serie A

Fiorentina defeated Basel 3-1 on the night and 4-3 on aggregate to advance to the UEFA Europa Conference League final.

Fiorentina failed to take advantage of their lead, ultimately losing 2-1 to Basel in their Europa Conference League semifinal first leg

Fiorentina vs Basel 1-2: La Viola Throw Away Lead

May 11, 2023 David Parkes Conference League, Fiorentina, International Football, Serie A

On Thursday night, La Viola hosted Swiss regulars Basel in the first leg of their Europa Conference League semifinal. Despite a first half goal from former Basel striker Arthur Cabral, Fiorentina conceded two late goals to go into the decider next Thursday behind.

Fiorentina vs Basel: Conference League Preview, Lineups & Prediction

May 10, 2023 Marko Vrakela European Conference League, Fiorentina, International Football, Serie A

The Europa Conference League semi-finals get underway on Thursday as Fiorentina and Basel go head-to-head at the Stadio Artemio Franchi. La Viola will hope that third time's a charm as they bid to reach a European showpiece fixture for the first time in the 21st century.

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