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Roma have zeroed in on Richard Rios and Wesley a while back and haven’t moved on from them, even though both negotiations are challenging.

Roma Determined to Land Highly-Rated Duo from Brazil

July 17, 2025 Enrico Passarella Benfica, Brighton, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Transfer Market

Roma have zeroed in on Richard Rios and Wesley a while back and haven’t moved on from them, even though both negotiations are proving to be quite challenging. On the other hand, they quickly reached an agreement with the two players, who are happy to join.

After a multi-month, if not longer, back-and-forth, Roma and Mile Svilar are ready to shake hands, quelling any concern about his future.

Roma to End the Svilar Saga, Zero In On a Few Additions

July 9, 2025 Enrico Passarella Brighton, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lens, Ligue 1, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Transfer Market

After a multi-month, if not longer, back-and-forth, Roma and Mile Svilar are ready to shake hands, quelling any concern about his future. The goalie will soon sign a new deal that will run until 2029. He’ll make €4M per year. The annoucement should be on Friday.

Despite the chatter and the manifest interest, Inter and Galatasaray aren’t actively bargaining the Hakan Calhanoglu deal at the moment.

Inter Linked to a Few New Potential Calhanoglu Heirs

July 7, 2025 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Transfer Market

Despite the chatter and the manifest interest, Inter and Galatasaray aren’t actively bargaining for Hakan Calhanoglu at the moment. The Turkish team has other big deals on the plate, as they are also trying to retain Victor Osimhen.

Inter are hunting for a defensive talent as they are unlikely to keep both Francesco Acerbi and Stefan De Vrij and have laid eyes on Vitor Reis.

Inter Join the Fray for Real Madrid-Linked Defender

December 16, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter are hunting for a defensive talent as they are unlikely to keep both Francesco Acerbi and Stefan De Vrij and have laid eyes on Vitor Reis. He’s already on the radar of a few European powerhouses such as Arsenal, Barcelona, Chelsea, and Real Madrid.

Milan will focus on the midfield in the next couple of windows and two more players on their radar, Antonio Blanco and Richard Rios.

Milan Reportedly List Alaves and Palmeiras Midfielders

October 4, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Milan will focus on the midfield in the next couple of windows and have two more players on their radar, Antonio Blanco and Richard Rios. The former could be an option for January already since his valuation isn’t too high.

Milan and Monaco remain fairly distant on the valuation of Youssouf Fofana, but the Serie A side will continue to negotiate.

Milan to Keep Haggling for Fofana, Find Alternative

July 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Monaco, Nottingham Forest, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Milan and Monaco remain fairly distant on the valuation of Youssouf Fofana, but the Serie A side will continue to negotiate, even though they are starting to consider fallback options. They have laid eyes on Lazar Samardzic, who’s not truly an alternative.

After Lazio and Juventus battled for months for Felipe Anderson, a third team emerged victorious in the race, as Palmeiras announced his arrival.

Felipe Anderson Headed Home, Inks Palmeiras Contract

April 16, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

After Lazio and Juventus battled for months for Felipe Anderson, a third team emerged victorious in the race, as Palmeiras announced that the winger would join at the end of the season. The Brazilian bid farewell to the Biancocelesti earlier on Monday.

Lorenzo Insigne isn’t the only name Lazio are tracking to bolster their wings, as they are examining whether to go after Willy Gnonto.

Leeds United Prodigy Offered to Lazio and Tottenham

November 21, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Leeds United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Lorenzo Insigne isn’t the only name Lazio are tracking to bolster their wings, as they are examining whether to go after Willy Gnonto, who stayed put at Leeds United despite the relegation. The Italian attacker continues to have a robust price tag, around €20M. Tottenham are leading the race.

Several top teams are keeping tabs on what is going between Rafael Leao and Milan, but Real Madrid aren’t among those eagerly waiting in the wings.

Real Madrid Unlikely to Be in the Mix for Milan Star

December 9, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Several top teams are keeping tabs on what is going between Rafael Leao and Milan, but Real Madrid aren’t among those eagerly waiting in the wings. The star has been offered to them by Jorge Mendes, but they aren’t particularly keen, at least as far as the January window is concerned.

Palmeiras prodigy Danilo has the sights of not only Milan, but also other European giants such as Real Madrid, Atletico, Marseille and English side Watford.

Milan Intend to Inquire Palmeiras for Midfield Sensation

June 28, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Brazil, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Premier League, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Palmeiras prodigy Danilo has the sights of not only Milan, who intend to inquire for his availability, but also of other European giants such as Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, Marseille and Watford. His club is resisting the offers, though.

Roma Get Their New Left-Back, Set to Renew Efforts to Sign Xhaka

July 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma have found their new left-back as they have come to terms to acquire Matias Vina from Palmeiras. Director Tiago Pinto confirmed his arrival to some fans. Moreover, they will soon make the final push to acquire Granit Xhaka from Arsenal, who has long been their top target to bolster the midfielder. However, they will have to slightly raise their previous bid.

Roma Concretely Pursuing Palmeiras Defender, Belotti Chase on Hold

July 16, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Torino, Transfer Market

Matias Vina is rising through the ranks of the possible Leonardo Spinazzola replacements. Roma are sorting through a plethora of names, but they prefer younger options. Their initial offer to Palmeiras is €10M. They are interested in Andrea Belotti and could send Torino two players to sweeten the pot, but they will probably wait until the future of Edin Dzeko is decided to ramp up the pressure.

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