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The talks between Arsenal and Bologna for Riccardo Calafiori are stagnating. Without an acceleration in short order, the defender will report back.

Arsenal and Bologna Agree Transfer Fee for Riccardo Calafiori

July 20, 2024 Marko Vrakela Arsenal, Bologna, Serie A, Transfer Market

Riccardo Calafiori's future has been among the major talking points this summer, with the highly-rated Bologna defender pursued by several top clubs. Italian transfer guru Fabrizio Romano now claims Arsenal have agreed on a deal to sign the 22-year-old from the Rossoblu.

Arsenal and Bologna Stuck in Calafiori Negotiation

July 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

The talks between Arsenal and Bologna for Riccardo Calafiori are stagnating. Without an acceleration in short order, the defender will report back to Emilia and start practicing under new coach Vincenzo Italiano in a matter of days.

Fiorentina and Nottingham Forest have quickly come to an understanding regarding the sale of Nikola Milenkovic for €12M plus bonuses.

Fiorentina Star Milenkovic Headed to Nottingham Forest

July 16, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Lecce, Ligue 1, Nottingham Forest, Premier League, Rennes, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Fiorentina and Nottingham Forest have quickly come to an understanding regarding the sale of Nikola Milenkovic after the Premier League side showed interest a couple of days ago. They are ironing out the details. A positive resolution is near.

Roma have shown significant interest in onboarding Mats Hummels on a free but need Chris Smalling to depart first to open un room.

World Cup Winner Hummels Finds New Suitor in Italy

July 16, 2024 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Bologna, Borussia Dortmund, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Germany, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Borussia Dortmund hero Mats Hummels parted with the club at the end of last month, and has surprisingly caught the attention of several Italian teams. Inter, Roma, Napoli, Milan and newly-promoted Como have all been linked to the World Cup winner, with Bologna the latest club in the mix.

Denzel Dumfries and Inter are set for a new round of negotiations following the Netherlands’ deep run in Euro 2024. His deal is up in 2025.

Inter and Dumfries Poised for Critical Extension Talks

July 15, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Denzel Dumfries and Inter are set for a new round of negotiations following the Netherlands’ deep run in Euro 2024. It’s crunch time for the player’s camp and the team, as his contract is up in 2025. The wingback appears more inclined to stay.

Manchester United and Bologna have wrapped up the negotiation that will see Joshua Zirkzee transfer to the Premier League.

Bologna and Manchester United Agree to Revised Terms

July 12, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Manchester United and Bologna have wrapped up the negotiation that will see Joshua Zirkzee transfer to the Premier League. The Red Devils overtook Milan a few days ago and ironed things out after the Netherlands’ elimination from Euro 2024.

Arsenal have gained the clear pole position to acquire Riccardo Calafiori, but they haven’t fully met Bologna’s request yet.

Arsenal Need One Final Nudge to Snap Up Calafiori

July 11, 2024 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Arsenal have gained the clear pole position to acquire Riccardo Calafiori, but they haven’t fully met Bologna’s request yet. The Felsinei aren’t budging from their €50M request. The counterparty hasn’t reached such a threshold for now.

Domenico Berardi is making steady progress in his recovery from an Achilles tendon tear, to the point where he could become a late option.

Serie A Trio to Pursue Berardi if Close to Full Health

July 11, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Domenico Berardi is making steady progress in his recovery from an Achilles tendon tear, to the point where he could become an option for a few Serie A teams late in the transfer market window. He's coming off a positive check-up.

It appears to be just a matter of time until Joshua Zirkzee seals his Manchester United move. The formalities could take a while.

Manchester United on the Precipice of Adding Zirkzee

July 8, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

It appears to be just a matter of time until Joshua Zirkzee seals his Manchester United move. The formalities could take a while as the player was called up late for Euro 2024, although he hasn’t logged many minutes so far.

Bologna exec Giovanni Sartori anticipated Riccardo Calafiori moving abroad, and not to Juventus, if he were to leave, and Arsenal are leading the race over Chelsea.

Juventus Target Edging Closer to Premier League Switch

July 7, 2024 Marko Vrakela Arsenal, Bologna, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Heavily linked with a move to Juventus since the beginning of the summer, Riccardo Calafiori is close to joining Arsenal. Italian transfer guru Fabrizio Romano claims the Gunners will hold showdown talks with Bologna next week to close their pursuit of the versatile defender.

Bayern Munich have re-entered the picture for Joshua Zirkzee after appointing Vincent Kompany. The striker had hinted he had no interest in going back.

Man United Leapfrog Milan in Race for Joshua Zirkzee

July 7, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Bologna, Manchester United, Serie A, Transfer Market

Manchester United have seemingly overtaken Milan in a keely-contested race to sign sought-after Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee. According to Fabrizio Romano's latest update, the Dutch starlet has given his 'ok' to Erik ten Hag to pursue his signature.

Juventus were one of the first sides to pursue Riccardo Calafiori, making strides on personal terms, but his strong showings in Euro 2024 don’t help them.

Juventus Quest to Sign Riccardo Calafiori Suffers Epic Blow

July 6, 2024 Marko Vrakela Arsenal, Bologna, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus might have already completed two significant purchases this summer, but they'll likely miss on Riccardo Calafiori's signature. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Bologna center-back is keen to team up with Arsenal, with the Gunners set to intensify talks to lure him away from Renato Dall'Ara in the coming days.

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