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Juventus are continuing to trim fat, but it’s still not enough to finally table their offer for Frank Kessié, and Roma have entered the race,

Roma Interfere with Juventus Prolonged Chase of Kessié

August 26, 2026 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2026-2027, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Juventus are continuing to trim fat, but it’s still not enough to finally table their offer for Frank Kessié, and Roma have entered the race, joining Al-Ittihad and other Saudi sides that would cover him in gold to keep him in their league.

Milan are in pole position to sign Dusan Vlahovic on a Bosman transfer, which might affect their January plans.

Report – Ex Juventus Star Set to Accept Besiktas Contract Offer

August 9, 2026 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market, Transfer Market Stories Leave a comment

Former Juventus star Dusan Vlahovic is now reportedly open to joining Turkish Super Lig side Besiktas on a Bosman deal. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the Istanbul giants have prepared a mind-blowing salary to lure the 26-year-old striker to …

Juventus injury-prone defender Juan Cabal is likely to leave the club this summer after another injury-hit season.

Report – Besiktas Set Sights on Injury-Prone Juventus Defender

July 19, 2026 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market, Transfer Market Stories

Juventus defender Juan Cabal is likely to leave the club this summer after another injury-hit season. According to Sky Sport via Calciomercato, Turkish giants Besiktas have set their sights on the Colombian star.

Juventus concluded the negotiation with Genoa on Tuesday, with Jeff Ekhator arriving in Turin during the night for the medicals.

Juventus Set for First Signing in Front-Line Retool

July 1, 2026 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2026-2027, Transfer Market

Juventus made strides in the negotiation with Genoa on Tuesday, and Jeff Ekhator arrived in Turin during the night for the medicals. The Bianconeri had to raise their bid and will spend €16M plus €2M add-ons for the talent. David Puczka is going in the other direction.

Ten days into his tenure, new Juventus CEO Giovanni Carnevali hasn’t accelerated for any particular center-forward.

Juventus Staying in Touch with a Few Different Strikers

June 22, 2026 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester City, Premier League, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2026-2027, Transfer Market

Ten days into his tenure, new Juventus CEO Giovanni Carnevali hasn’t accelerated for any particular center-forward. The talks for Alexander Sorloth, who seemed to be the choice before Damien Comolli’s ousting, have cooled off. There has been some progress concerning Dusan Vlahovic and Randal Kolo Muani.

While Napoli anticipate Scott McTominay, Kevin De Bruyne, and Stanislav Lobotka staying put, Frank Anguissa could end his sojourn.

Napoli Mainstay Tipped to Be at Serious Risk of Fleeing

April 30, 2026 Enrico Passarella Benfica, Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Serie A 2026-2027, Transfer Market, Udinese

While Napoli anticipate Scott McTominay, Kevin De Bruyne, and Stanislav Lobotka staying put, Frank Anguissa could end his sojourn at the club in the summer, after he almost left in the previous two. The midfielder was reeled in late by Antonio Conte.

Napoli and Romelu Lukaku come to a truce after his impromptu hiatus, but he'll likely leave, and the team is eyeing some replacements.

Napoli Searching For Backup Strikers, Eye Sassuolo Man

April 27, 2026 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Serie A 2026-2027, Transfer Market

Napoli and Romelu Lukaku come to a truce after his impromptu hiatus in Belgium following the last international break. While his future will take some time to be sorted out, the Partenopei are anticipating his exit and have started looking at potential replacements.

Napoli are trying to find a solution to unlock the departure of Lorenzo Lucca to replace him with a different back-up.

Napoli Up Level of Urgency to Alter Their Frontline

January 16, 2026 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Italian Football, Napoli, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Transfer Market

Napoli are trying to find a solution to unlock the departure of Lorenzo Lucca to replace him with a different back-up and have set their sights on Youssef En-Nesyri, whom Fenerbahce could let go on loan. The Italian forward has fallen on Besiktas’ radar, but he’s not a primary target.

Christopher Nkunku had his first really convincing display since joining Milan just before the start of the January window.

Milan Striker Shows Up as Pressure Was Mounting

December 29, 2025 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Transfer Market

Christopher Nkunku had his first really convincing display since joining Milan just before the start of the January window. The rumors had started percolating, but the Rossoneri were in a tricky spot with him after investing €37M last summer.

Federico Chiesa turned down the opportunity to depart Liverpool after deadline day. Besiktas and some Saudi teams have been tracking him.

Chiesa Staying at Liverpool Despite Some Late Offers

September 12, 2025 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Liverpool, Napoli, Premier League, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A 2025-2026, The Azzurri, Transfer Market

Federico Chiesa turned down the opportunity to depart Liverpool after deadline day. Besiktas and some Saudi teams have been tracking him recently. The winger has never been particularly eager to flee Anfield. His call didn’t change after the Champions League exclusion.

Roma have sealed the deal for Leon Bailey, while Jadon Sancho requires some more convincing, as he has other offers.

Roma Land Their First Winger, Keep Seeking Another

August 19, 2025 Enrico Passarella Aston Villa, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Manchester United, Marseille, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Transfer Market

Roma have sealed the deal for Leon Bailey, while Jadon Sancho requires some more convincing. He’s taking his time since he has other offers on the table. The Giallorossi will bring in the Aston Villa star on loan with an initial €2/3M fee and a €22M option to buy. Gian Piero Gasperini wants more pacey attackers.

Inter are likely done acquiring new players without parting ways with some of their own. They are shopping Mehdi Taremi.

Inter Eager to Offload Veteran, Identify New Priority

July 14, 2025 Enrico Passarella Brighton, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Como, Fenerbahce, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Transfer Market

Inter are likely done acquiring new players without parting ways with some of their own. They are shopping Mehdi Taremi and would like to replace him with a different type of attacker, an inventive no.10. Fulham, Besiktas, and a Qatari club have shown interest.

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