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Roma Not in Position to Respond to Inter Intrusion

August 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Leicester, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Spezia, Transfer Market

Roma are unlikely to react to Inter bidding for Gianluca Scamacca. They can’t improve their offer until they rake in more cash, which might not happen anytime soon. José Mourinho is fixated on Alvaro Morata, but he’s no closer to joining. The hierarchy is averse to investing a lot for a veteran.

Juventus haven’t dropped out of the fray to acquire Timothy Castagne, but they face a new determined competitor, Fulham, and are in a holding pattern.

Fulham Challenge Juventus in the Race to Sign Castagne

July 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fulham, Italian Football, Juventus, Leicester, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus haven’t dropped out of the fray to acquire Timothy Castagne, but they face a new determined competitor, Fulham. The player would like to return to Italy, but the Bianconeri will likely wait to complete some sales and for his price tag to drop before lodging a new offer.

Napoli are keeping tabs on a few options to round out their midfield, in particular Boubakary Soumaré, but they are more likely to stay as is.

Napoli Set Sights on Physical Leicester City Midfielder

July 21, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Leicester, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market

Napoli have earmarked Boubakary Soumaré to address their midfield. The Partenopei need to bring in a new backup to substitute Tanguy Ndombélé, who wasn’t retained from Tottenham. They’ll sign an extra player if Piotr Zielinski bolts due to his contractual situation. Al-Alhi are interested in Stanislav Lobotka.

Roma targeted Marcel Sabitzer earlier in the summer, but he’s on the brink of joining Borussia Dortmund. The Giallorossi tried to onboard him on an loan.

Roma Could Invest More for a Midfielder than a Striker

July 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Leicester, Liga, Manchester United, PSG, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma are in the hunt for reinforcements in multiple roles but, considering their tight budget, they have to be selective with their disbursements. At this stage, the Giallorossi prefer spending more in the midfield while they continue to look for an inexpensive marksman on an initial loan.

Juventus brought in Timothy Weah for medicals ahead of the completion of the deal Thursday, but he’s unlikely to be their only newcomer on the right wing.

Juventus Not Done Making Moves on Their Right Wing

June 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Cagliari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Leicester, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus brought in Timothy Weah for the usual physical tests ahead of the completion of the deal Thursday, but he’s unlikely to be their only newcomer on the right wing. They have gained the inside track on Timothy Castagne but haven’t come to terms with Leicester City.

Roma are looking at recently relegated Leicester City to find a striker to replace the injured Tammy Abraham and are after Patson Daka and Kelechi Iheanacho.

Roma Eye Leicester City Pair to Replenish Frontline

June 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Leicester, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma are looking at recently relegated Leicester City to find a striker to replace the injured Tammy Abraham in the first few months of next season and are after Patson Daka and Kelechi Iheanacho in particular, The Giallorossi initially zeroed in on Gianluca Scamacca for such a position.

Juventus are close to landing Timothy Weah, who will likely be the first piece of their revamped right wing. They and Lille concurred on the fee.

Juventus Nearing Complete Agreement to Onboard Weah

June 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Leicester, Ligue 1, Lille, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus are close to landing Timothy Weah, who will likely be the first piece of their revamped right wing. The Bianconeri have come to an understanding with Lille on the overall figures of the deal. The two teams will work on the final details in the next few days.

Timothy Castagne has emerged as a strong option to fill the opening on the right flank at Juventus. The wingback has reportedly okayed the move.

Juventus Zero In on Leicester City Fullback Castagne

June 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Leicester, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Timothy Castagne has emerged as a strong option to fill the opening on the right flank at Juventus. The wingback has reportedly okayed the move. The Bianconeri are working to lower the request by Leicester City. The Foxes demanded €15M in the early talks. He played at Atalanta in the past.

Milan have put some deals on hold following the departure of directors Paolo Maldini and Frederic Massara while they adjust their strategy.

Milan Interested in Villarreal and Chelsea Attackers

June 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Leicester, Liga, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Villarreal

Milan have put some deals on hold following the departure of directors Paolo Maldini and Frederic Massara while they adjust their strategy. They were in advanced talks to sign Daichi Kamada on a free. Such pursuit has also been slowed down by unspecified bureaucratic problems.

After raising some doubts in previous weeks, José Mourinho is poised to keep coaching Roma next season, and potentially longer.

Mourinho and Roma Open Discussions for New Contract

June 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Leicester, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

After raising some doubts in previous weeks, José Mourinho is poised to keep coaching Roma next season, and potentially longer. He and the team have quietly started conferring about a possible extension. His contract is up in 2024. The Giallorossi have begun planning the future along with the Special One.

Roma keep scouring the market to find bargains and have started eyeing Youri Tielemans. His contract with Leicester City runs out in June.

Roma Monitoring Leicester City Star Available on a Free

May 22, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Leicester, Premier League, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Roma keep scouring the market to find bargains and have started eyeing Youri Tielemans. His contract with Leicester City runs out in June. His side is on the brink of relegation. The Giallorossi have joined the race to onboard him on a Bosman transfer, but he's coveted.

Lecce midfielder Morten Hjulmand leaves Italy to pursue his development in Portugal, as country giants Sporting Lisbon have signed him on a five-year deal.

Transfer Interest in Lecce Ace Hjulmand Intensifies

March 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lecce, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

It is no secret of Roma’s curiosity in Lecce midfielder Morten Hjulmand, with José Mourinho, in particular, taking a keen interest in the Danish talent. However, Roma are far from the only club in the race to sign the 23-year-old central midfielder, as Atalanta and Juventus are tracking him too.

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