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Former Juventus Star Ever Closer to Joining Barcelona

September 29, 2024 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Juventus, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

La Liga leaders Barcelona are pushing to sign former Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny as an emergency acquisition to replace Marc-Andre ter Stegen. According to Spanish news outlet Sport, Los Blaugranas have asked for special permission from La Liga to complete the ex-Poland international's arrival by the start of next week.

Juventus will attempt to reduce their payroll by lowering the wages of some of their veterans, and they could find fertile ground with Wojciech Szczesny.

Barcelona Set Sights on Former Juventus Star to Address Gaping Hole

September 25, 2024 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Juventus, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Former Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny could come out of retirement to join La Liga title hopefuls Barcelona. According to TMW, Los Blaugranas have identified the ex-Poland international as a cost-effective solution to replace the injured Marc-Andre ter Stegen.

Vitor Roque is ready to depart Barcelona in the summer, at least temporarily, and Inter could be interested in taking him in on loan.

Fiorentina Chief Reveals Summer Attempt to Sign Barcelona Outcast

September 14, 2024 Marko Vrakela Fiorentina, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Fiorentina sporting director Daniele Prade has opened up on the club's busted attempt to sign Vitor Roque from Barcelona during the summer transfer window. Prade admitted that La Viola tried to lure the Brazilian forward to Tuscany, only to be blown out of the water by the Catalan side's stratospheric demands.

Roma have been hard at work to find a new defender, but they are set to welcome back one of their own before the start of the January window, Kumbulla.

Second-String Roma Defender Moves to Espanyol on Loan

August 17, 2024 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

While risking ruining a phenomenal summer with Paulo Dybala's exit, Roma are close to offloading another first-team player. According to Fabrizio Romano, out-of-favor defender Marash Kumbulla is on the verge of joining Espanyol on a season-long loan.

Rudi Garcia has collected seven points in three matches since being given an ultimatum in the past international break and needs to keep it up.

Napoli Flop Set to Join Real Betis on Loan

August 15, 2024 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Serie A strugglers Napoli are on the verge of offloading underperforming defender Natan on loan to Real Betis. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Andalusian club will pay under €1 million to take the Brazilian on a season-long loan, with the player already on his way to Spain to undergo medicals.

Inter have been scouring the market for a young center-back, but coach Inzaghi would like it if they signed a veteran like Ricardo Rodriguez.

Former Torino Ace Ditches Inter to Join Real Betis

August 5, 2024 Marko Vrakela Inter Milan, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

Former Torino captain Ricardo Rodriguez will not join Inter despite intense speculation linking him with a move to Giuseppe Meazza this summer. Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano claims that the Swiss defender is on the cusp of inking a short-term contract at Real Betis.

Lazio Pursuit of Vitor Roque Stalled as Barcelona Hold Out for Higher Bid

August 3, 2024 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio will likely have to expand their search for a new center-forward after Barcelona turned down their offer for Vitor Roque. According to Spanish news outlet Sport, Los Blaugranas have rebuffed the Italian club's bid worth €20 million for 50% of the Brazilian international's rights.

Inter recently loaned out Ionut Radu to Cremonese and are seeing after further youngsters such as Agoumé, Pinamonti, Salcedo and Vanheusden.

Sevilla Set to Purchase Inter Youngster In €8m Deal

August 2, 2024 Marko Vrakela Inter Milan, Serie A, Sevilla, Transfer Market

Perennial La Liga strugglers Sevilla are reportedly on the verge of re-signing forgotten Inter youngster Lucien Agoume. According to Spanish news outlet Estadio Deportivo, Los Rojiblancos will pour approximately €8 million into the Serie A champions' bank accounts for 50% of Agoume's rights.

Spanish Giants Ask for Amrabat Amid Man United Talks

July 30, 2024 Akhil Fisher Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Manchester United, Serie A, Transfer Market

With Manchester United hesitating to trigger their €20M buy clause in Sofyan Amrabat’s loan deal with Fiorentina, Spanish giants Atletico Madrid have clued in their interest, asking the Viola for information on the player’s availability.

Roma have tested the waters for Artem Dovbyk, who’s very close to Atletico Madrid, and have prepared a new bid for Alexander Sorloth after missing out on Youssef En-Nesyri.

Breakout La Liga Star Agrees to Join Roma

July 27, 2024 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

These could be the crucial days for Artem Dovbyk's future, with Roma opening talks with Girona over the striker's transfer to Serie A. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Italian giants received the player's go-ahead earlier this week, inspiring the Giallorossi to accelerate negotiations with last season's La Liga surprise package.

Inter and Juventus have inquired with Atletico Madrid concerning the conditions to onboard Alvaro Morata, thus joining Roma in the fray to capture him.

Milan Inch Closer to Morata as Atletico Talks Advance

July 16, 2024 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have secured the signing of UEFA EURO 2024 winner Alvaro Morata on a permanent transfer, with the player reportedly already giving his yes to the Rossoneri before winning the championship on the weekend. The Spanish striker will leave Atletico Madrid, returning to Serie A after a two year hiatus in the Spanish capital.

Roma are determined to add a prolific striker this summer and have revived their pursuit of Youssef En-Nesyri, who's in demand.

Sevilla Want Roma Youngster Amid En-Nesyri Talks

July 11, 2024 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Sevilla, Transfer Market

Roma have reportedly rekindled their interest in Sevilla center-forward Youssef En-Nesyri amid their search for a new prolific marksman. However, Daniele De Rossi's men face stiff competition from Fenerbahce, with Jose Mourinho bidding to upset his former employers.

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