Rick Karsdorp Archives - The Cult of Calcio

Roma Owners Not Rushed by Recent Mourinho Statements

December 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

The recent public plea by José Mourinho hasn’t accelerated the negotiation between his camp and the Roma hierarchy to renew his contract. While there have been some preliminary contacts, the posture of the ownership hasn’t changed. They want to see how the season goes.

Roma held preliminary contacts with powerful agent Jorge Mendes to inquire about Porto’s fullback Joao Mario. They could make an attempt in January.

Roma Show Some Interest in Talented Porto Fullback

September 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Porto, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Union Berlin

Roma held preliminary contacts with powerful agent Jorge Mendes to inquire about Porto’s fullback Joao Mario. They could make an attempt in January if the price was right. He’s tied to his team until 2027, and they are an expensive boutique. He emerged two seasons ago.

Roma raised nearly €30M before June 30th by selling a few youngsters and misfits, but it hasn't allowed to spend much on the transfer market.

Roma Trying to Collect More Money to Bankroll Purchases

July 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Marseille, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma raised nearly €30M before June 30th by selling a few youngsters and misfits. While the income has been enough to avoid substantial punishment for Financial Fair Play violations, it hasn’t allowed them to spend much on the transfer market. They have completed four signings: two Bosman moves and two loans.

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.

Roma Wing-Back Reluctant to Depart Despite Rumors

July 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Leeds United, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

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 in the same role. The fullback has struggled to find suitors also because he’s not in any rush to move.

Roma need to rake in €30M to abide by a first Financial Fair Play deadline on June 30th. They are on the verge of fulfilling their goal with one day to go.

Roma Close to Profit Objective Through Sales of Talents

June 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bournemouth, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma need to rake in €30M to abide by a first Financial Fair Play deadline on June 30th. They are on the verge of fulfilling their goal with one day to go. Rather than selling a starter, the Giallorossi elected to part ways with a few youngsters and misfits.

Roma have quickly started to address their attack following the unfortunate news of Tammy Abraham’s ACL tear. Andrea Belotti's option was picked up.

Roma Lay Eyes on Two Standouts from Italian Minnows

March 28, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Spezia, Torino, Transfer Market

Roma will have to hunt for bargains next summer and have earmarked a pair of solid Serie A contributors, Torino’s wingback Wilfried Singo and Spezia striker M’Bala Nzola. Both players might be available for low fees since their contracts are up in 2024. The Giallorossi have to navigate the FFP.

Roma pursued Juan Cuadrado in the past, and they are set to rekindle their interest should he really leave Juventus on a free.

Roma Keen on Juventus Veteran on Expiring Contract

March 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Roma pursued Juan Cuadrado in the past, and they are set to rekindle their interest should he leave Juventus on a free. The contract of the 35-year-old runs out at the end of the season. The Colombian would like to stay in Italy for a couple more seasons.

Karsdorp to Be Reinstated After Skirmish with Mourinho

February 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Rick Karsdorp ultimately stayed put in January, as Roma didn’t find a team that would sign him outright. He’s about to be reintegrated into the rotation after being excluded due to an edict by José Mourinho. His agent Joahn Henkes confirmed it in an interview.

Roma will have the opportunity to fuel their Champions League bid in the next few Serie A matches. Lecce, Verona, and Cremonese are next on their schedule.

Roma Trailing Just Napoli in Particular Serie A Stat

February 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Roma will have the opportunity to fuel their bid to qualify for the Champions League in the next few Serie A matches. Lecce, Verona, and Cremonese are next on their schedule. The Giallorossi have been particularly effective against the minnows this season. Only Napoli have been more consistent.

After inquiring about Luca Pellegrini, Milan also asked Juventus about Andrea Cambiaso. However, they were met with a lofty request.

Juventus Scrambling to Add Depth to the Right Flank

January 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Juventus formalized the departure of Weston McKennie late on Monday, but that’s unlikely to lead to a pricey addition. The USMNT ace joined Leeds United on loan with option to buy, which doesn't give them ammo for an investment. Adrea Cambiaso and Rick Karsdorp ad the only viable options.

On top of searching for reinforcements, the Serie A heavyweights are trying to rid themselves of excess players near the end of the transfer market window.

Milanese Clubs and Roma Hard at Work to Offload Misfits

January 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Hellas Verona, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Spezia, Torino, Transfer Market

On top of searching for reinforcements, the Serie A heavyweights are trying to rid themselves of excess players in the final days of the transfer market window. Milan, Inter, and especially Roma are looking to trim the squad to make room for additions. That's particularly crucial for the Giallorossi.

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.

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