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Newfound Document Reveals Outline of Milan, PIF Deal

March 13, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Newcastle United, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan officials keep dismissing rumors about selling a stake in the team to PIF, but a document part of the ongoing investigation shows that something could, or perhaps was, in the works in that respect. The Saudi fund alreay owns Newcastle.

Nicolò Zaniolo could be on the move again eight months after joining Galatasaray, as Aston Villa and Zenit are after him. He has a €35M release clause.

Juventus Not Close to Zaniolo Despite His Love Letter

June 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Juventus, Liverpool, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Nicolò Zaniolo surprisingly revealed to be a Juventus fan in an interview, but the Bianconeri aren’t working to sign him at the moment. He’d their top target should they make an addition up front, but that’s not currently in their plans. Their chase hinges on the future of Federico Chiesa.

Sandro Tonali is on the brink of leaving Milan to join Newcastle. The two clubs are nearing an agreement on the giant fee.

Milan Star Tonali Close to Transferring to Newcastle

June 22, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Sandro Tonali is on the brink of leaving Milan to join Newcastle. The two clubs are nearing an agreement on the giant fee, while the midfielder has accepted the destination, and he’ll get a massive pay hike. The Italian side requested a larger bid, but there’s plenty of momentum.

After going for Nicolò Barella, Newcastle are attempting to sign a different top-end Italian midfielder, Milan's Sandro Tonali.

Newcastle Trying to Lure Milan Star with Rich Offer

June 21, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

After going for Nicolò Barella, Newcastle are attempting to sign a different top Italian midfielder, Sandro Tonali. The Magpies wish to acquire an elite contributor. They are ready to tender €50M for the Rossoneri’s fan favorite. Chelsea could swoop in as well if the 23-year-old was indeed available for the right price.

Inter have had multiple meetings to set up the purchase of Davide Frattesi from Sassuolo and reached an agreement in principle.

Inter Break Away from Competition in the Frattesi Race

June 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Newcastle United, Premier League, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Inter have had multiple meetings to set up the purchase of Davide Frattesi from Sassuolo. While they have an agreement in principle with the Neroverdi and the midfielder, they’ll have to wait to finalize it. His arrival hinges on completing a profitable sale, not necessarily in the same role.

Napoli are on the prowl for a new defender considering Kim Min-Jae’s likely departure. David Hancko addressed the chatter.

Feyenoord Defender Comments on Rumored Napoli Interest

June 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Borussia Moenchengladbach, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Napoli, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Napoli are on the prowl for a new defender considering Kim Min-Jae’s likely departure. The South Korean star, who traveled to his home country for the draft, has already packed and booked the movers ahead of his transfer to England. Manchester United lead the race, but Newcastle and Tottenham are keen too.

Marcelo Brozovic has been routinely linked to an exit while he dealt with a few injuries in the first portion of the season.

Agent Downplays Rumours Concerning Brozovic Departure

June 2, 2023 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, La Liga, Newcastle United, PSG, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Marcelo Brozovic has been routinely linked to an exit while he dealt with a few injuries in the first portion of the season. The midfielder has progressively reclaimed a regular role in the past few months. His agent Giovanni Branchini stated that his exit wasn’t being discussed at the moment.

Daichi Kamada has decided to leave Eintracht Frankfurt on a free, and a bidding war quickly broke out, featuring Milan and Napoli among the suitors.

Milan and Napoli Pursuing Eintracht Ace on His Way Out

May 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Borussia Dortmund, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Liverpool, Napoli, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Daichi Kamada has decided to leave Eintracht Frankfurt on a free, and a bidding war quickly broke out, featuring Milan and Napoli among the suitors. The Rossoneri in particular have displayed major interest in onboarding the inventive midfielder. A few foreign sides are in the running as well.

Milan have joined Juventus among Serie A teams closely monitoring Ivan Fresneda. The Bianconeri tried to sign him in January.

Milan Eye Touted Fullback Formerly Linked to Juventus

May 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Arsenal, Barcelona, Borussia Dortmund, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Milan have joined Juventus among Serie A teams closely monitoring Ivan Fresneda. The Bianconeri tried to sign him in January, but they didn’t really come close. The Rossoneri have taken an interest as of late, but the competition is stiff. He has a €40M release clause.

Mourinho led the Spanish heavyweights from May 2010 to June 2013, winning one La Liga, Copa del Rey and Supercopa de Espana title each during his time.

Mourinho Currently Expected to Coach Roma Next Season

March 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Newcastle United, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

José Mourinho is leaning toward respecting his contract, which lasts until 2024, and continuing guiding Roma next season, even without an extension, which would be natural for top coaches in these circumstances. The Special One wants to quiet the rumors about his future to focus on the matches.

Juventus managed to keep ahold of Adrien Rabiot, but an addition to the midfield can’t be excluded, and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic is still on their radar.

Lazio Set to Reprise Negotiation with Star Midfielder

February 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Newcastle United, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Despite some early rumors, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic was never close to leaving Juventus in January. The club will have a few more months to try agreeing with him on a new contract. His current one expires in 2024, making his summer departure a foregone conclusion without an extension.

Denzel Dumfries has played very little since the World Cup, raising the suspicion that he’s being held out for transfer market reasons.

Inter Star Vanishes in January amid Transfer Chatter

January 26, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Manchester United, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Denzel Dumfries has played very little since the World Cup, raising suspicion that he’s being held out for transfer market reasons. Simone Inzaghi recently stated that he wasn’t fully fit, and he has logged less than 90 minutes in five January fixtures, starting only in Coppa Italia versus Parma.

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