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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.

Only the official announcement and the medicals are missing before Riccardo Calafiori is officially a new Arsenal player.

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.

Juventus Sketch Out Their Future Transfer Market Plans

February 1, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus completed two deals in January, signing Tiago Djaló and Carlos Alcaraz without spending a lot. The former was paid €3.5M plus bonuses, while the latter was brought in on an initial loan. They were constrained by the liquidity index.

Joshua Zirkzee isn’t the only Bologna player being monitored by Milan, as they are tracking fullback Riccardo Calafiori as well.

Milan Have Bargaining Chip for Large Deal with Bologna

October 18, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Joshua Zirkzee isn’t the only Bologna player being monitored by Milan, as they are tracking Riccardo Calafiori as well. The Rossoneri could consider a double swoop next summer under the right circumstances. CEO Giorgio Furlani and co. have an ace up their sleeves in Alexis Saelemaekers.

Motta is reportedly nearing a contract extension at Bologna, and the announcement is expected to become official during the upcoming international break.

Bologna Manager Motta Satisfied with Napoli Stalemate

September 25, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Bologna held strong against Napoli to keep a first H2H clean sheet in ten games, as Victor Osimhen, despite putting up a strong display, missed a late penalty for the match to end in a stalemate. Thiago Motta believes his side did a great job, especially in the defensive phase.

Milan Talks for Talented Defender Hit Standstill

August 6, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan will reportedly have to present a new proposal to sign up-and-coming left-back Riccardo Calafiori from Basel. According to Sky Italia's last update, the parties remain locked in talks for the Italian's return to Serie A. But negotiations have reached an impasse.

Luca Pellegrini is bound to leave Juventus, although his next destination is uncertain, as Nice, Milan, and Lazio are all interested.

Milan, Lazio, and Nice Vying to Sign Juventus Fullback

July 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Ligue 1, Nice, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Luca Pellegrini is bound to leave Juventus, although his next destination is uncertain, as Nice, Milan, and Lazio are all interested. He spent the last six months with the Biancocelesti, which didn’t pick up their €15M option to buy. They are trying to bring him back with another loan.

Milan are on the prowl for a new left-back option, but they might ultimately lean on their in-house resources if they don’t find a fully convincing one.

Milan Eye More Left-Back Targets but Might Stand Pat

July 26, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Fulham, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Nice, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan are on the prowl for a new left-back option, but they might ultimately lean on their in-house resources if they don’t find a fully convincing one. They will take things up a notch once Fode Ballo-Touré departs. Fulham, Nice, and Bologna are battling to capture him.

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