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Juve Ace Vlahovic Finds Surprise Premier League Suitors

May 5, 2023 Akhil Fisher Aston Villa, Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Dusan Vlahovic might have scored the winning goal to edge Lecce 2-1, but that doesn’t detract from the fact that the Serbian marksman has failed to live up to expectations first set upon him when he signed back in January 2022. His future remains in the balance.

Alvaro Morata has been linked with another Serie A return but not at his beloved Juventus, even though the Bianconeri could be in the market for a striker.

Milan to Target Atletico Striker Morata Come Summer

May 2, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market

Alvaro Morata is the latest player to appear in the spotlight for a summer transfer back to Serie A, as Juventus also begin their probe to lure him back to his former playing ground. The Rossoneri are in dire need of reinforcements upfront given their aging strikeforce.

The departure of Ola Solbakken will most likely be the only deal Roma complete on deadline day. They’ll be on high alert after the end of the window too.

Inter Test the Waters for Three Barcelona Defenders

April 18, 2023 Akhil Fisher Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Recent meetings have taken place between the executives of Inter and Barcelona regarding the transfer of players. Both sides have been involved in talks for a long time now, with Franck Kessié, Marcelo Brozovic, Joaquin Correa, and Memphis Depay all at the forefront of talks.

After substantial inquiries with Porto, Milan have decided to prioritize Samuel Chukwueze over Mehdi Taremi to shore up their frontline.

Milan Join Real Madrid on the Chukwueze Bandwagon

April 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market, Villarreal

Villarreal winger Samuel Chukwueze has grabbed the headlines for all the right reasons in the past week after putting Real Madrid to the sword in a Man of the Match display at the Santiago Bernabeu. His praiseworthy display will not only draw eyeballs from Los Blancos themselves but from Milan too.

Real Madrid icon Iker Casillas might just be one of the most fitting personalities to comment and predict who the UEFA Champions League finalists will be.

Casillas Predicts Real Madrid versus Napoli UCL Final

April 5, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Real Madrid, Serie A

Real Madrid icon Iker Casillas might just be one of the most fitting personalities to comment and predict who the UEFA Champions League finalists will be. And unsurprisingly, he has chosen either his boyhood club or the to-be Scudetto winners as the most likely winners of the famed continental trophy.

The legal controversy between Sporting CP, Lille, and Rafael Leao isn’t over yet, despite a previous ruling and an intervention by Milan.

Milan Will Sell Real Madrid Target if Renewal Conflicts Arise

April 3, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are both heavily interested, but it is the former who have an element of leverage if talks arise, since they could also involve Brahim Diaz as part of the deal.

In a remarkable feat, Ancelotti has managed all sides in the UEFA Champions League quarter finals, except City, Benfica and Inter.

Ancelotti Favorite to Lead Brazil Ahead of 2024 Copa América

March 27, 2023 Akhil Fisher Brazil, Brazilian Football, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Carlo Ancelotti might be at the business end of his club career, but that has not dwindled the interest in him from international federations, as Brazil seek the Italian veteran to become their new coach. The Seleção are currently led by interim manager Ramon Menezes.

Ex-Inter Striker Tips Joaquin Correa to Thrive in His New Environment

Inter Set to Offload Correa Amid Premier League and La Liga Interest

March 24, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, La Liga, Premier League, Serie A, Sevilla, Transfer Market, West Ham

Argentina striker Joaquin Correa has experienced a dip in form this season and could soon see his way out of Inter, perhaps this coming summer window.

Retegui was the subject of speculation from giants such as Inter and Napoli, but he ultimately chose Genoa, having consulted Argentine icon Diego Milito.

Retegui Senior Denies Milan Links, Mentions Surprise Suitors

March 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Argentina, Boca Juniors, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, La Liga, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market, Udinese

Following news of Roberto Mancini calling up Tigre striker Mateo Retegui to the Azzurri national team, interest in the Argentine-Italian striker has bloomed. However, as his father Carlos Retegui reveals, there were contacts with interested suitors before the 23-year-old forward heard from Mancini: "Mateo is very happy with the call-up."

Napoli director Cristiano Giuntoli spilled the beans on how the Khvicha Kvaratskhelia deal came to be over multiple windows.

The Only Other Team Napoli Ace Kvaratskhelia Wants in Europe

March 2, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s agent Mamuka Jugeli has disclosed the one team he foresees the Georgian playmaker shine at. The former Rubin Kazan winger has been in stunning form for Napoli, leading them upfront in his maiden season towards a potential Scudetto victory.

Juventus are making strides in their attempt to lure Franck Kessié, although some meaningful hurdles remain to be cleared.

Contacts Established as Inter Make Ex-Milan Ace Top Priority

February 23, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market

The red and black divide were left surprised when Hakan Calhanoglu jumped onboard the Nerazzurri wagon two seasons ago, and may see Scudetto winner Kessie turn the same page.

Milan reportedly possess concrete interest in luring a Brazilian starlet from Athletico Paranaense. Vitor Roque is the name in question.

Barcelona Set to Beat Milan and Co. For Brazil Starlet Roque

February 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Barcelona, Brazil, Brazilian Football, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan reportedly possess concrete interest in luring a Brazilian starlet from Athletico Paranaense. Vitor Roque is the name in question.

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