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Embattled Milan Coach Pioli Lives to Fight Another Day

December 26, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Brighton, Italian Football, Serie A

Milan considered firing Stefano Pioli after their latest stumble against Salernitana, but he’ll stay on the bench for the Sassuolo game, which might be his final opportunity to turn things around. The brass is blaming his staff for their continuous injuries.

Fiorentina are on the hunt for new offensive weapons and could turn to a familiar market, the Argentinian one, as they are pursuing Pedro de la Vega.

Fiorentina and Brighton Keen on Touted Argentine Winger

November 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brighton, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina are on the hunt for new offensive weapons and could turn to a familiar market, the Argentinian one, to find their man, as they are pursuing Pedro de la Vega. He’s a pet player of one of their director, former defender Nicolas Burdisso,

Juventus will sign Carlos Alcaraz on deadline day, while their hopes of landing Georgiy Sudakov will be dealt a critical hit due to a renewal.

Arsenal and Barcelona Defy Juventus for Budding Talent

November 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Barcelona, Brighton, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus have taken an interest in Georgyi Sudakov and are concocting a plan for January, but the talent is in high demand, as Arsenal, Barcelona, and a few other sides are tracking him as well. The competition fuels Shakhtar Donetsk’s requests, complicating the Bianconeri's plans.

Milan are interested in Assan Ouedraogo, a 17-year-old midfielder who has already earned a regular role at Schalke 04 despite his young age.

Milan Lay Eyes on Highly-Touted Schalke 04 Midfielder

October 17, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Brighton, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Schalke 04, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan are interested in Assan Ouedraogo, a 17-year-old midfielder who has already earned a regular role at Schalke 04. He has appeared nine times so far this season, scoring once. Bayern Munich, RB Leipzig, and Brighton have him on their radar as well.

As an indispensable part of Fiorentina, both Commisso and Italiano rejected any talk of González exiting the club, and it is unlikely he will leave soon.

Two English Sides Lodged Large Bids for Fiorentina Star

September 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brighton, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Nicolas Gonzalez officially signed his Fiorentina extension on Tuesday, pushing the expiry date to 2028 and receiving a pay bump. He’s now among the highest earners at the club with a €2.5M salary plus add-ons. The winger waxed poetics about the club, the city, and the fans in his remarks after the signature.

Manuel Locatelli is among the several Juventus players that could get an extension in the coming months. He’s already tied to the team until 2026.

Juventus Star Likely to Re-Up After Getting Summer Bids

September 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Borussia Dortmund, Brighton, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Manuel Locatelli is among the several Juventus players that could get an extension in the coming months. He’s already tied to the team until 2026. The management is plotting to add one extra year to his deal. His salary is in the middle of the pack team-wise. He earns €3M per year.

Roma and Atalanta avoided some of the big dogs in the UEFA Europa League draw. The former will tangle with Slavia Prague, Sheriff Tiraspol, and Servette.

UEFA Europa League Draw Results for Roma and Atalanta

September 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brighton, Europa League, European Conference League, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

Roma and Atalanta avoided some of the big dogs in the UEFA Europa League draw. La Dea will tangle with Sporting CP, Sturm Graz, and Rakow. Instead, the Giallorossi will square off versus Slavia Prague, Sheriff Tiraspol, and Servette. A tougher task awaits former Sassuolo coach Roberto De Zerbi.

Sofyan Amrabat has been pursued by multiple big clubs this summer, but he’s still at Fiorentina late in the window. The Viola don’t want to wait too long.

Amrabat Departure Reportedly Starting to Lose Momentum

August 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brighton, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Liverpool, Manchester United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Sofyan Amrabat has been pursued by multiple big clubs this summer, but he’s still at Fiorentina late in the window. The Viola don’t want to wait too long to complete his sale to have time to find a proper replacement. The brass wishes to seal the deal by Friday,

Enciso, despite being as a center-forward position, is known for his versatility in the final-third, and Napoli wish to lure him from under De Zerbi's nose.

Paraguay and Brighton Talent Enciso Draws Napoli Attention

August 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Brighton, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Brighton and Hove Albion forward Julio César Enciso Espínola a.k.a Julio Enciso is a target for Napoli. The Paraguay talent, despite being known to star in the center-forward position, is known for his versatility in the final third, and the Scudetto winners wish to lure him away from Roberto De Zerbi.

Atalanta are closing in on Emil Holm to bolster their right flank. They missed out on Wilfried Singo, who officially joined Monaco.

Sassuolo Could Draw Spezia Prodigy Holm on Loan Deal

July 31, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Spezia, Transfer Market

Having recently sold Mert Muldur to Fenerbahce, the Neroverdi possess Holm atop their shortlist. It is understood that a first offer has already been presented by Sassuolo, in the range of a €3M loan proposal with the ability to redeem the transfer.

Cristiano Giuntoli will be busier selling players rather than making acquisitions in his first few weeks as a Juventus director.

Juventus Trying to Find a New Home for a Few Misfits

July 6, 2023 Enrico Passarella Borussia Dortmund, Brighton, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, West Ham

Cristiano Giuntoli will be busier selling players rather than making acquisitions in his first few weeks as a Juventus director. The Bianconeri wish to get rid of three outcasts in particular, Denis Zakaria, Weston McKennie, and Arthur. The first two are keen on returning to the Premier League.

Roma are looking for reinforcements in the midfield after missing out on Davide Frattesi and have laid eyes on Scott McTominay.

Roma Add Manchester United Midfield to Their Wish List

July 6, 2023 Enrico Passarella Brighton, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma are looking for reinforcements in the midfield after missing out on Davide Frattesi and have laid eyes on Scott McTominay. He appeared 39 times last season, scoring 3 goals. He joins a list of targets that currently comprises Renato Sanches and Marcel Sabitzer, who could transfer on loan.

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