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Bologna Open Talks for Former Milan Defensive Target

May 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Bologna have set sights on Lilian Brassier ahead of the summer and made strides to beat the competition. Their director Giovanni Sartori has already had a meeting with his entourage to gather intel about the terms to sign him.

Juventus have taken more steps toward signing Riccardo Calafiori, who has long been their number one target to shore up the rearguard.

Juventus Getting Closer to Snapping Up Tottenham Target

May 2, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Juventus have taken more steps toward signing Riccardo Calafiori, who has long been their number one target to shore up the rearguard. They will move on from Alex Sandro and have yet to come to terms with Daniele Rugani, who has an expiring contract.

Next Napoli director Giovanni Manna contributed to the growth of Matias Soulé at Juventus in recent years, and the Partenopei plan to try to sign him.

Napoli Tipped to Attempt to Pry Away Juventus Starlet

April 12, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Next Napoli director Giovanni Manna contributed to the growth of Matias Soulé at Juventus in recent years, and the Partenopei plan to make an attempt to sign him. The Bianconeri have identified the Argentinian talent as one of their assets from which to profit.

Bologna want a substantial figure to sell Riccardo Calafiori, also because they have to give a chunk of it to Basel, but Juventus could get there.

Juventus Ready to Offer Youngsters to Lure Calafiori

April 9, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Bologna want a substantial figure to sell Riccardo Calafiori, also because they have to give a chunk of it to Basel, but Juventus could get there thanks to a few makeweights. The valuation of the defender is around €30M.

Juventus are more than just zeroing in on Thiago Motta to succeed Massimiliano Allegri in the dugout. The Bianconeri are likley to move on.

Juventus Rumored to Be in Advanced Talks with Motta

April 8, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus are more than just zeroing in on Thiago Motta to succeed Massimiliano Allegri in the dugout. The Bianconeri righted the ship in the last couple of matches after a protracted rut. However, it’d be a surprise if they stuck with their present boss.

Riccardo Calafiori has drawn the attention of the top clubs thanks to his great season at Bologna, where he developed into a top-shelf center-back.

Clause Cramps Sale of Spurs and Juventus Mark Calafiori

April 3, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Riccardo Calafiori has drawn the attention of the top clubs thanks to his great season at Bologna, where he developed into a top-shelf center-back after starring on the wing earlier in his career. On the other hand, it’ll take a significant sum to sign him.

A few months before the European Championship, Italy still haven’t found a surefire no.9 to rely on. The possible options have all had challenging seasons

Spalletti Explains Controversial Omissions from Squad

March 19, 2024 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri

Italy coach Luciano Spalletti excluded some regulars from the call-ups for the friendlies against Venezuela and Ecuador, which will take place in Fort Lauderdale in Florida and Harrison in New Jersey. Francesco Acerbi was sent home amid his controversy.

Napoli are headed for a busy summer where they’ll have to remedy the mistakes they made in previous windows. They'll hire a new director.

Napoli Seek New Exec to Avoid Wasting Osimhen Windfall

March 15, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Empoli, Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Napoli are headed for a busy summer where they’ll have to remedy the mistakes they made in previous windows. Among their recent newcomers, Cyril Ngonge has been the only convincing one, although he has had a limited role.

Juventus continue to work on the Teun Koopmeiners deal, especially after his recent declarations. However, they are unlikely to meet Atalanta's request.

Juventus Ponder Options to Zhuzh Up Their Defense

March 5, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Bologna, Bournemouth, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus will make some changes to their defense in the summer. They are very keen on Riccardo Calafiori, but he’s pricey. Bologna will be in a much better position to keep their cornerstones should they qualify for the Champions League.

Juventus have been tipped to go after Riccardo Calafiori, who has been superb since joining Bologna. However, they’d have to empty their coffers to get him.

Bologna Want Big Bid for Juventus Target, Man United Eye Ace

February 20, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus have been tipped to go after Riccardo Calafiori, who has been superb since joining Bologna. However, they’d have to empty their coffers to get him. The Rossoblù have set a €30M price tag. The Bianconeri might receive a large offer for Gleison Bremer.

Juventus will hunt for a left-footed midfielder to substitute for Alex Sandro. His contract is up at the end of the season and won’t be renewed.

Juventus Earmark Bosman Pair to Succeed Aging Defender

February 16, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Bologna, Bournemouth, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus will hunt for a left-footed midfielder to substitute for Alex Sandro. His contract is up at the end of the season and won’t be renewed. He hasn’t been a regular this season. The Bianconeri, despite adding Tiago Djaló, will need a new piece.

Riccardo Calafiori is having an outstanding season, and the big clubs are starting to line up ahead of the summer. Napoli, Juventus, and Tottenham are keen.

Juventus and Tottenham Monitoring Bologna Defender

February 7, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Riccardo Calafiori is having an outstanding season, and the big clubs are starting to line up ahead of the summer. Napoli and Juventus have been monitoring him all campaign long, while some Tottenham scouts attended the recent games of the Rossoblù.

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