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With the help of a favorable bounce, Nicola Zalewski recorded his first-ever goal against Sassuolo, although it wasn’t enough for his side to get points.

PSV Eindhoven Lodge €9m Bid for Roma Utility Man

August 25, 2024 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma wingback Nicola Zalewski has emerged as a concrete target for defending Eredivisie champions PSV Eindhoven. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, the Dutch heavyweights have approached Daniele De Rossi's side with a tangible €9 million bid for the Poland international.

Napoli Weighing Up Late Swoop for Ex-Bologna Midfielder

August 24, 2024 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Struggling Serie A giants Napoli have reportedly set their sights on PSV Eindhoven midfielder Jerdy Schouten. According to reports from the Netherlands, Antonio Conte's men are willing to splash out between €20-30 million for the 27-year-old.

Roma have earmarked Borna Sosa in the event they had the funds for another quality purchase after signing a midfielder and a striker.

Torino Sign Ricardo Rodriguez Replacement From Ajax

August 16, 2024 Marko Vrakela Ajax, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

Perennial Serie A underachievers Torino are reportedly on the cusp of signing left-wingback Borna Sosa from Ajax. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Croatia international will be in Turin today for medical before completing his loan switch from Amsterdam.

Bayern Munich have a big say in the future of Joshua Zirkzee, but there’s little traction concerning his return, which is a big assist for Milan.

Bologna Revelation Zirkzee Was Close to Ajax Move Earlier

October 17, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Ajax, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

The 2024 summer transfer market could possibly draw back the attention of Ajax to make an effort for Zirkzee, and Scudetto holders Napoli are also said to be highly interested. Bologna signed Zirkzee on a permanent deal from Bayern Munich following loan spells at Parma and Anderlecht.

Saudi Pro League and Serie A have not touched the €1B mark, whereas the Premier League has almost reach thrice that amount in terms of expenditure.

Serie A Records Positive Transfer Balance Unlike Premier League

September 7, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Ligue 1, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

As the summer transfer window comes to a shut in most of the top markets worldwide, an astonishing number in terms of league expenditure has been marked by the Premier League, Other leagues, including the Saudi Pro League and Serie A have not touched the €1B mark.

Hirving Lozano won’t move to Los Angeles FC, which didn’t come to terms with Napoli. The Mexican winger made his summer debut against Girona.

Napoli and PSV Set for Crunch Talks Over Unsettled Winger

August 27, 2023 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

With Napoli and Hirving Lozano growing further apart, Aurelio De Laurentiis is desperate to offload his unsettled winger in the final days of the transfer window. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, PSV Eindhoven could lend the Partenopei chief a helping hand after identifying their former star as a genuine target.

Karlsson was also tracked heavily by fellow Serie A rivals Napoli, Fiorentina and Lazio, with the latter two being offered his services by his entourage.

Bologna Finalize Talks to Sign Swedish Talent Karlsson

August 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Lazio, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Bologna are inches away from adding Swedish left winger Jesper Karlsson into their ranks after heightened contacts between the two clubs, beating the likes of Lazio and Fiorentina in the transfer race. Final talks are underway to definitively close the deal. He'll be their second signing from AZ:

Charles De Ketelaere hasn’t lived up to his price tag and expectations since transferring to Milan, but that doesn’t mean that the club wants to cut bait.

Milan Open to Letting Big-Time Flop Leave on Loan

July 29, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Charles De Ketelaere has been a textbook definition of a flop since completing his €35.5 million move from Club Brugge to Milan last summer. Despite the Italians' bid to find him a new home, finding suitors prepared to meet their price tag has proved challenging.

Fiorentina's approach for Sutalo has been duplicated by Ajax, meaning the Viola’s proposition is bound to be rejected, given their low offer.

Fiorentina Amp Up Efforts to Sign Croatia Prospect Sutalo

July 26, 2023 Akhil Fisher Ajax, Calciomercato, Croatia, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Just hours after links emerged with River Plate sensation Lucas Beltran, Fiorentina are inching closer to signing Croatia center-back Josip Sutalo, after submitting an official opening bid. However, their approach has been duplicated by Ajax, meaning the Viola’s proposition is bound to be rejected, given their low offer.

Aston Villa have laid eyes on Charles De Ketelaere, who could depart Milan after just one season. The first offer from was substantial.

Milan Flop Tipped to Fill Vacancy at PSV

July 16, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan underachiever Charles De Ketelaere has been the subject of wild transfer speculation in the early summer days following a dreadful first season at San Siro. Dutch journalist Rik Elfrink reports PSV Eindhoven have earmarked the Rossoneri flop as a favorite option to replace departed Xavi Simons.

Chelsea outcast Christian Pulisic could be handed a career lifeline by Napoli, as they prepare to receive offers for their Scudetto-winning stars come June.

Chelsea Outcast Christian Pulisic on Milan Priority List

June 30, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan are ready with €15M at hand for Pulisic, given they also plan to onboard AZ Alkmaar midfielder Tijjani Reijnders simultaneously around the same price tag.

Lazio Eye Ex-Milan Primavera Wingback to Boost Backline

October 20, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

AZ Alkmaar wingback Milos Kerkez has popped up on the Biancocelesti radar, thanks to his profile that interests club president Claudio Lotito and sporting director Igli Tare.

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