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Lille Take Lead in Talks for Fiorentina Outcast Kouamé

August 28, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Lille, Serie A, Transfer Market

Only recently did reports emerge of Christian Kouamé nearing a contract extension with Fiorentina, but his future is still in the blue following enquiries from Ligue 1 clubs. After Nantes and Nice, Clermont came into the picture to sign the 25-year-old, but yet another club has accelerated their efforts to sign Kouamé.

Dybala has suffered from the lack of consistency this campaign due to an injury but nonetheless remains an integral piece of José Mourinho’s setup.

Juventus Start Seeking a Dybala-Like Player Up Front

July 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus wish to add more inventiveness to their squad following the departure of Angel Di Maria and due to a possible tactical switch and could look for a player that would de facto replace Paulo Dybala a year after his departure. La Joya is also among the ideas, but he's expensive.

Napoli could have a different backup goalkeeper in the second half of the season. Salvatore Sirigu has asked out and received a pair of offers.

Napoli in Advanced Talks to Orchestrate Goalkeeper Swap

January 17, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli will likely have a different backup goalkeeper in the second half of the season. Salvatore Sirigu has asked out and received a pair of offers. The Partenopei are mulling potential swaps to bring in his replacement without having to look elsewhere. They are in touch with Fiorentina and Lorient.

Sassuolo have landed their primary target for the attack Armand Laurienté, but they will not stop there because Janis Antiste is close as well.

Sassuolo Line Up Anticipated Double Offensive Swoop

August 30, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Spezia, Transfer Market

Sassuolo have landed their primary target for the attack Armand Laurienté, but they will not stop there because they are nearing an agreement with Spezia to onboard Janis Antiste. The Frenchman arrived in Italy Monday night after a long negotiation with Lorient. They are in advanced talks with Aquilotti.

Sassuolo director Giovanni Carnevali announced that there would not be further sales, while they will try to sign some more players.

Sassuolo CEO Rules Out More Exits, Expects Additions

August 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Spezia, Transfer Market

Sassuolo sporting director Giovanni Carnevali announced that there would not be further sales, while they will try to sign some more players, especially because of the early injuries. The executive talked during Pinamonti's introductory presser, voicing his satisfaction for how the window went and hitting at more moves.

Sassuolo are frontrunners to complete the transfer of enigmatic Lorient forward Armand Laurienté, who got off to a fast start this season.

Sassuolo Inches Away from Finalizing Laurienté Deal

August 24, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Sassuolo are frontrunners to complete the transfer of enigmatic Lorient forward Armand Laurienté. The versatile 23-year-old has been in fantastic form of late, most recently bagging a thunderous free-kick in a 2-2 draw against Toulouse in Ligue 1. His exit from Les Merlus is touted to be imminent.

Inter youngster Lucien Agoumé is expected to spend a third consecutive season on loan following his spells at Spezia and Brest over the last two seasons.

Inter Midfield Starlet Set for Third Straight Loan Spell

August 24, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Inter youngster Lucien Agoumé is expected to spend a third consecutive season on loan following his spells at Spezia and Brest over the last two seasons. There are indications that the 20-year-old will return back to Ligue 1, with Lorient and Troyes being the two most likely destinations.

Cesare Casadei and Andrea Pinamonti will not be the only youngsters to leave Inter, as the management is seeking solutions for Agoumé and Salcedo.

Inter Listening to Offers for Two Further Youngsters

August 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Cremonese, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Cesare Casadei and Andrea Pinamonti will not be the only youngsters to leave Inter in the summer. The management is looking for new homes also for Lucien Agoumé and Eddie Salcedo. Outright sales aren't out of the question. The brass has received the mandate to register a €60M profit.

Torino Try Hindering Sassuolo Efforts to Replace Napoli-Bound Raspadori

August 5, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Sassuolo, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

On the brink of losing Raspadori to Napoli, Sassuolo are now focused on bolstering their ranks with his replacement, Armand Laurienté, from Ligue 1 outfit Lorient.

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