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Napoli were quickly linked to Romelu Lukaku once Antonio Conte became the frontrunner to become their coach, as Chelsea could be interested in Victor Osimhen.

Bologna Consider La Liga Forward as Joshua Zirkzee Heir

June 26, 2024 Marko Vrakela Bologna, Celta Vigo, Serie A, Transfer Market

After sealing Emil Holm's arrival from Spezia, Bologna turn to other targets, identifying Celta Vigo's Jorgen Strand Larsen as a potential replacement for Joshua Zirkzee. Sportitalia journalist Alfredo Pedulla claims the Norway international has emerged as the likeliest candidate to fill the Dutchman's shoes next term.

Romelu Lukaku is still the top Napoli target to eventually succeed Victor Osimhen at the center of their attack despite some issues.

Milan Schedule Meeting with Romelu Lukaku Agent

June 26, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Bologna, Chelsea, Serie A, Transfer Market One comment

Serie A runners-up Milan have reportedly scheduled a meeting with Romelu Lukaku's entourage to negotiate a potential return to Italy amid a standstill with Joshua Zirkzee's agent. According to Calciomercato, the 19-time Italian champions see the Belgium international as a decent fallback option in case their pursuit of the Dutch youngster falls flat.

Inter will know fairly soon whether Denzel Dumfries is a keeper or a goner. They want a definitive answer to their contract proposal in a month.

Bologna Strike Deal to Sign Juventus Target

June 25, 2024 Marko Vrakela Bologna, Serie A, Spezia, Transfer Market

Bologna and Spezia have reportedly agreed on a €12m for offensive-minded full-back Emil Holm to switch to Renato Dall'Ara. According to Calciomercato, the 24-year-old will join forces with Vincenzo Italiano's side for a reported fee of €7m.

The negotiation between the entourage of Joshua Zirkzee and Milan has seemingly been put on ice during Euro 2024, also due to problems over the commissions.

Teammate of Zirkzee Confirms Impasse over Milan Move

June 24, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market One comment

The negotiation between the entourage of Joshua Zirkzee and Milan has seemingly been put on ice during Euro 2024. His Bologna teammate Santiago Castro corroborated such a notion in an interview: "“He surprises me every day. He’s really complete."

Only the official announcement and the medicals are missing before Riccardo Calafiori is officially a new Arsenal player.

Manchester United Set to Rival Juventus for In-Demand Defender

June 23, 2024 Marko Vrakela Bologna, Juventus, Manchester United, Serie A, Transfer Market

Shortly after Juventus received a decisive boost in their pursuit of Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori, there's another twist to the tale. According to reports from TuttoJuve, Manchester United have joined the Bianconeri in the race for the Italy international.

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 Handed Crucial Boost in Pursuit of Italy International

June 22, 2024 Marko Vrakela Bologna, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori has clear ideas for his future as he angles for a move to Juventus so he can reunite with Thiago Motta. As per Calciomercato, the Italy international has made his preference crystal clear amid talks the record-time Serie A winners see him as a long-term successor to exit-linked Gleison Bremer.

Milan Offered Chance to Sign Roma Forward

June 22, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan are in the market for a new out-and-out striker to replace Olivier Giroud and fierce rivals Roma might be of help. According to Saturday's printed edition of Tuttosport newspaper (page 29), Daniele De Rossi's men have offered Tammy Abraham to the San Siro outfit amid the Rossoneri's stuttering pursuit of Bologna's Joshua Zirkzee.

Robin Gosens recounted his busy summer, when he left Inter to join Union Berlin: "Two things were clear to me. The odds of being a starter were low."

Bologna to Offer Improved Terms to Sign Ex-Inter Defender

June 22, 2024 Marko Vrakela Bologna, Serie A, Transfer Market

Unfazed by seeing their initial bid for Robin Gosens turned down by Union Berlin, Bologna are ready to lodge a new offer for the attacking-minded left-back. According to Alfredo Pedulla, the Rossoblu will try to get the Germans' go-ahead by proposing a loan deal with an option to buy, albeit with better terms for the Berlin outfit.

Emil Holm is back on the market after Atalanta elected not to buy him out following a loan spell from Spezia, and Juventus have begun pursuing him.

Juventus Explore Conditions to Onboard Swedish Talent

June 21, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Spezia, Transfer Market

Emil Holm is back on the market after Atalanta elected not to buy him out following a loan spell from Spezia, and Juventus have begun pursuing him. They could collaborate with Genoa on the signing. The youngster would spend a season with the Rossoblù.

Even though his recent remarks hinted at staying, the Inter brass continue to operate as if Denzel Dumfries will leave this summer and are after Matty Cash.

Inter Eye Milan Target to Potentially Replace Dumfries

June 20, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Aston Villa, Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Even though his recent remarks hinted at an extension with Inter, the brass continue to operate as if Denzel Dumfries will depart this summer and have taken an interest in Matty Cash, who has been recently linked to Milan as well.

Moise Kean could leave Juventus in January, but he’s waiting for the right opportunity. He has been touted to depart on loan after extending his contract.

Fiorentina & Bologna Set Sights on Juventus Outcast

June 20, 2024 Marko Vrakela Bologna, Fiorentina, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus are working on offloading several underperforming first-team stars, among which is ex-Everton flop Moise Kean. According to Alfredo Pedulla, Bologna and Fiorentina could offer the Italian striker an escape route from Turin while there's an alternative road to Saudi Arabia.

Milan are facing a new competitor to acquire Joshua Zirkzee, Manchester United, while Chelsea are way ahead of Roma and Napoli for Samu Omorodion.

Man United and Chelsea Threaten Top Italian Sides’ Plans

June 19, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Bologna, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, La Liga, Manchester United, Napoli, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Milan are facing a new fearsome competitor in the race to acquire Joshua Zirkzee, Manchester United, while Chelsea are way ahead of Roma and Napoli for Samu Omorodion, whom they are eyeing to substitute for their strikers. Atletico Madrid turned down a major offer for the latter.

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