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After addressing their attack with Niclas Fullkrug, Milan are canvassing the market for a defender and have laid eyes on Kim Min-Jae.

Milan Prioritize Bayern Munich Ace Over Other Defenders

January 2, 2026 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Transfer Market

After addressing their attack with Niclas Fullkrug, Milan are canvassing the market for a defender and have laid eyes on Kim Min-Jae. He’s not been a pillar of the formation and has dealt with a few physical problems since a €57M transfer from Napoli.

Napoli are waiting for Danilo to terminate his contract with Juventus and aren’t pushing any other veteran defenders for now.

Napoli Miss Out on Luiz Felipe, Close to Verona Talent

January 6, 2025 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Marseille, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli are waiting for Danilo to terminate his contract with Juventus and aren’t pushing any other veteran defenders for now. Juan Jesus had a rough start while filling in for Alessandro Buongiorno, but his ensuing performances have been okay.

Antonio Conte has greenlighted going after Lorenzo Pellegrini, while Napoli are pondering a pair of other alternatives if Juventus don’t free up Danilo.

Napoli Ramp Up Pellegrini Chase, Mull Danilo Fallbacks

January 3, 2025 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Antonio Conte has greenlighted going after Lorenzo Pellegrini, while Napoli are pondering a pair of other alternatives if Juventus don’t free up Danilo. They are ready to sign the Roma captain regardless of potential swaps.

Federico Balzaretti will soon formally return to Roma as an exec and said his piece about the future of Paulo Dybala amid the Galatasaray chatter.

Roma Official Talks Dybala, Club Working on Other Roles

December 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Calciomercato, everton, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Federico Balzaretti will soon formally return to Roma as an exec, helping out with the scouting and serving as the loan manager. He had covered such a role after hanging his cleats in 2015. He discussed Dybala, while the brass plots another overhaul.

Napoli Ponder Putting Former Lazio Star Under Contract

December 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Premier League, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Luiz Felipe recently rescinded his contract with Al-Ittihad and is looking for a new home in Europe, preferably in Italy, and Napoli have emerged as a possible landing spot following Alessandro Buongiorno’s injury. He's in the Peninsula waiting for a call.

Inter are seeking one extra man in the back to complete their defense. They are assessing a few options. They have signed Yann Aurel Bisseck this summer

Inter Eye Chelsea and Arsenal Defenders to Add Depth

August 4, 2023 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter are seeking one extra man in the back to complete their defense. They are assessing a few options. They have signed Yann Aurel Bisseck this summer, whom they see as a backup in multiple positions. Matteo Darmian will start on the right-hand side

Roberto Mancini has announced a 33-man team for the upcoming World Cup playoffs. As expected, the Azzurri coach picked Joao Pedro over Mario Balotelli.

Mancini Names Extra-Large Italy Squad for World Cup Playoffs

March 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri, World Cup, World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

Roberto Mancini has announced a 33-man team for the upcoming World Cup playoffs. As expected, the Azzurri coach picked Joao Pedro over Mario Balotelli to fill out the attack. He called up a deep roster to better deal with illnesses, fatigue, and bruises. A few players are returning after some time.

It is no secret that Lazio and veteran defender Francesco Acerbi have fallen through and Monza have emerged as serious suitors.

Inter Monitoring Talks Between Lazio and Veteran Defender

March 2, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Hellas Verona, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Francesco Acerbi has not made up with the Lazio fans following an incident in December, which could very well impact his future. The Biancocelesti have coped well during his lengthy injury-related absence. Maurizio Sarri has fielded a more dynamic defense while he was out. The Biancocelesti are headed for a massive defensive overhaul.

Lazio seriously risk losing Luiz Felipe for nothing at the end of the season. The parties are distant from reaching an agreement on his extension.

Lazio Defender Closing in On Joining La Liga Side for Free

February 19, 2022 Marko Vrakela La Liga, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Outgoing Lazio centre-back Luiz Felipe is reportedly on the verge of signing a pre-contract agreement with Real Betis ahead of a summer switch to La Liga. According to recent reports from La Lazio Siamo Noi, the Brazilian has no interest in renewing his contract at the Stadio Olimpico as he targets a move abroad.

Seville ‘Transfer Market’ Derby for Lazio Stopper Luiz Felipe

February 11, 2022 Akhil Fisher Lazio, Serie A

Felipe was recently called up to the Italy national football team by manager Roberto Mancini, thanks to his Italian citizenship through his great-grandfather from Vicenza.

Lazio on Brink of Losing Key Defender, Inter Watching Keenly

February 4, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio seriously risk losing Luiz Felipe for nothing at the end of the season. The Biancocelesti management resumed the talks to extend his expiring contract after the end of the January window. However, the parties are distant from reaching an agreement. Inter are offering more to the center-back.

Inter Set to Miss Out on Luiz Felipe Signing

January 8, 2022 Marko Vrakela Inter, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Real Betis have reportedly overcome Inter in the race to sign outgoing Lazio defender Luiz Felipe on a free transfer in the summer. As per Mundo Deportivo (via SempreInter), the Spaniards are currently in pole position to sign the 24-year-old at the end of the season.

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