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Juventus Misfit Nearing Summer Exit

August 6, 2023 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

French side Monaco could help Juventus reduce the number of unwanted players as they look set to prise Denis Zakaria away from Turin. Fabrizio Romano claims Los Monégasques are keen to close the deal next week, with talks between the sides off and running.

Only recently did reports emerge of Kouamé nearing an extension with Fiorentina, but his future is still in the blue following enquiries from Ligue 1 clubs.

Kouamé Finds Two Suitors During Negotiation with Fiorentina

August 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Nice, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina could sell one of its star forwards in Christian Kouamé, having already shortlisted Niclas Fullkrug to arrive in Florence. The Ivorian marksman, used extensively by Vincenzo Italiano last season across various roles upfront, has been at the Artemio Franchi for three campaigns now, scoring 8 goals in 78 appearances.

With an average age of 24.2, Bologna possess the joint second-youngest squad in Serie A, and could soon gain premier position by signing a French prodigy.

Bologna Aim to Hijack Burnley Bid for France U20 Prodigy

July 31, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Calciomercato, France, French Football, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Premier League, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Wilson Odobert of Troyes is on Bologna’s wishlist, having impressed the club scouts last season. Odobert, whose 4 goals in 32 appearances for the French minnows couldn’t save them from relegation to Ligue 2, is a product of Paris Saint-Germain’s youth academy. Bologna possess the joint second-youngest squad in Serie A.

Roma are getting closer to Renato Sanches despite some hurdles. They don’t plan to pivot toward different targets anytime soon.

Roma Set to Complete Major Midfield Signing

July 30, 2023 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Persuaded by Jose Mourinho, wantaway Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Renato Sanches is on the cusp of completing his move to Roma. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, it's only a matter of time before the sporadic Portugal international joins Mourinho's fleet.

Juventus intend to find a new right wing-back in January to join Juan Cuadrado and eventually take over the starting job in the future.

Atalanta Full-Back Targeted by Marseille

July 23, 2023 Marko Vrakela Atalanta, Marseille, Serie A, Transfer Market

Ligue 1 powerhouse Olympique Marseille have taken a genuine interest in Atalanta full-back Joakim Maehle to address their defensive shortcomings. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the French side could soon launch an assault on the ex-Genk man.

All interested clubs have the capacity to shell out the asking price set upon Georges Mikautadze, and so it remains just a matter of time before he moves.

Derby della Capitale Expected to Brew for Metz’s Mikautadze

July 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

All interested clubs, including Burnley, have the capacity to shell out the asking price set upon the Georgian’s head, and so it remains just a matter of time before he leaves the French minnows.

Lyon Out of Transfer Race to Sign Milan Target Pulisic

July 4, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Lyon, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have received a huge boost in the pursuit of Chelsea outcast Christian Pulisic, with the USMNT international disinterested to move anywhere else other than the Rossoneri.

Italy U21 Talent Viti on the Verge of Sassuolo Move

July 4, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Nice, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Italy U21 international Mattia Viti is close to joining Sassuolo, with his former coach Alessio Dionisi eager to reunite with him ahead of next season. Dionisi coached Viti during his time at Empoli three seasons ago,

Milan had to settle with signing just Marko Lazetic in January and delayed the chase of multiple targets to the summer, when they will have a bigger budget.

Roma Reignite Interest in Renato Sanches

July 1, 2023 Marko Vrakela Paris Saint Germain, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Houssem Aouar's arrival from Lyon on a free transfer hasn't been enough to deter Roma from scouring the market for additional midfield reinforcements. Per Gianluca Di Marzio, Paris Saint-Germain outcast Renato Sanches could follow the same path and swap Ligue 1 for Serie A this summer.

Milan are monitoring a few strikers for the summer when they’ll have to intervene, and they are keying on is Lois Openda.

Milan Reignite Interest in Lois Openda

June 25, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Following a busted attempt to sign Marcus Thuram, out-of-sorts Serie A giants Milan have rekindled their interest in Lens goal-getter Lois Openda. As revealed by Corriere dello Sport (via PianetaMilan), the Belgium international is again on the Rossoneri radar as Stefano Pioli craves a new striker.

Milik recently professed his intention to stay at Juventus, after his reduced game time forced him to leave. He will earn €3.5M net per season at Juventus.

Milik Leaves Marseille to Continue Juventus Love Affair

June 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milik recently professed his intention to stay at Juventus, after his reduced game time under Jorge Sampaoli forced him to abandon the Olympians on loan. He will earn €3.5M net per season at Juventus.

Samuel Umtiti is enjoying a bounce-back campaign at Lecce and is drawing interest from fellow Serie A sides, especially Roma and Inter.

Inter Among Clubs Interested in Barcelona Outcast Umtiti

June 19, 2023 Akhil Fisher Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lecce, Ligue 1, Lyon, Serie A, Transfer Market

A mega-money offer is expectedly in the works to entice Lyon graduate Samuel Umtiti, who is equally leaning towards an adventure in the Middle East. Umtiti played an extremely pivotal role in helping Lecce stay afloat in Serie A.

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