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Milan Back in the Orbit for Lyon Trequartista Aouar

March 29, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Algeria, Calciomercato, Eintacht Frankfurt, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have resumed chasing after Houssem Aoaur. He is not expected to renew with Olympique Lyonnais, and technical director Paolo Maldini is keen to boost his squad with the Algerian attacker as one of his main targets. Real Madrid's Marco Asensio is another potential option.

Roma are in advanced talks to sign Rasmus Kristensen from Leeds United, but Rick Karsdorp has no intention of leaving and is blocking a new arrival.

Outcast Rick Karsdorp Inches Closer to Roma Exit

January 18, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Monza, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma outcast Rick Karsdorp is ever closer to leaving the club following his exclusion from first team football by Jose Mourinho since that fateful match away at Sassuolo.

Roma publicly pumped the brakes on the Davide Frattesi deal and reignited their interest in Houssem Aouar, who’s on an expiring contract.

Roma Resume Chasing Alternative Target for the Midfield

January 4, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lyon, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Torino, Transfer Market

Roma publicly pumped the brakes on the Davide Frattesi deal and reignited their interest in Houssem Aouar, who’s on an expiring contract. José Mourinho would like to get a midfielder in January. Instead, Torino have no intention of letting go of Sasa Lukic despite challenging extension talks.

Rick Karsdorp answered the call-up and resumed training with his teammates on Monday. He had refused to do so about three weeks ago.

Karsdorp Back to Work but Future Remains Uncertain

December 13, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fulham, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Lyon, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Torino, Transfer Market

Rick Karsdorp answered the call-up and resumed training with his teammates on Monday. He had refused to do so about three weeks ago after a falling out with José Mourinho and didn’t take part in Roma’s short trip to Japan. The fullback decided to show up to avoid fines.

Milan and Roma have often been linked to Houssem Aouar in recent windows. The Giallorossi are reportedly particularly keen on adding him on a free.

Milan Leading Race for Aouar But Watch Out for Roma

November 19, 2022 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Lyon, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Despite being given an opportunity to sign Lyon star midfielder Houssem Aouar, Roma may fall short of Milan in the race for the Frenchman's signature. Corriere dello Sport insists Jose Mourinho is adamant about adding two pieces to his depleted engine room this winter, including the 24-year-old Aouar.

Juventus outcast Arthur Melo is edging closer to moving to Valencia under coach Gattuso. A one-season loan deal with a buy option is in the picture.

Juventus Outcast Arthur Melo Targeted by Lyon

August 28, 2022 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Lyon, Serie A, Transfer Market

Ligue 1 side Lyon have reportedly displayed interest in out-of-favour Juventus midfielder Arthur Melo amid Valencia links. As reported by TUTTOmercatoWEB, Les Gones have leapfrogged the Spaniards in the race to sign the former Barcelona man.

Thanks to a previous clause, Milan are set to profit off a transfer between two foreign clubs, as West Ham are going after Lucas Paquetá.

Milan Set to Profit Off West Ham Move for Lyon Playmaker

August 25, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Ligue 1, Lyon, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market, West Ham

Thanks to a previous clause, Milan are set to profit off a transfer between two foreign clubs, as West Ham are going after Lucas Paquetá. The Irons have lodged a €40M offer for the Lyon playmaker, with advanced negotiations taking place between the two parties before the transfer window closes.

Juventus Remain In Race for In-Demand Houssem Aouar

Roma to Step Up Pursuit of Houssem Aouar

June 26, 2022 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Sought-after Lyon star Houssem Aouar could be a marquee summer signing for Roma, according to Calciomercato. The reigning Europa Conference League holders are at the front of the queue to take him away from Ligue 1.

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 soon.

Marseille to Hold Talks with Tiago Pinto for Roma Trio

June 23, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Marseille, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

The departure of highly-rated French starlet Boubacar Kamara has opened up a channel for Marseille to aim for a direct replacement, and three Roma players are in the radar - Jordan Veretout, Amadou Diawara and Justin Kluivert.

Atalanta have big plans for their frontline and have set their sights on Takumi Minamino and two more talented attackers in Ludovic Blas and Stipe Biuk.

Atalanta Track Liverpool Outcast and Two More Wingers

June 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Liverpool, Serie A, Transfer Market

Atalanta have big plans for their frontline and have set their sights on Takumi Minamino and two more talented attackers in Nantes’ Ludovic Blas and Hajduk Split’s Stipe Biuk. The last one is the most affordable, but La Dea wants to weigh the other two pursuits first.

Houssem Aouar has been linked to Roma and Milan in the last couple of windows, but the two Italian sides are currently trailing Real Betis

Roma Set to Challenge Arsenal For Houssem Aouar Signing

June 18, 2022 Marko Vrakela Lyon, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Arsenal and Roma could reportedly go head-to-head for the signing of Lyon star Houssem Aouar this summer. As per Calciomercato, Jose Mourinho's men have joined the race to wrap up the Frenchman's signature.

Roma plot to further strengthen their midfield after bringing in Nemanja Matic and have several elite options in their crosshairs.

Mourinho Pressuring to Add Top Player to Roma Midfield

June 17, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lyon, Manchester City, Marseille, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Roma plot to further strengthen their midfield after bringing in Nemanja Matic. The negotiation with Sassuolo for Davide Frattesi is progressing, but they will not stop there, considering that they will likely let both Jordan Veretout and Sergio Oliveira go.

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