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Juventus Interfere with Atalanta’s Plans amid Standoff

July 16, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Cagliari, Calciomercato, Celtic Glasgow, Frosinone, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market 2 comments

Juventus have been after Teun Koopmeiners for ages but haven’t formally opened talks with Atalanta yet, and, in the meantime, they have shown some interest in Matt O’Riley, whom La Dea wants to potentially replace their star.

Sassuolo won’t sell Davide Frattesi to Roma, but they will still complete a mammoth deal in the final days of the window.

Sassuolo Star Headed to Bournemouth in Late Transfer

January 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Bournemouth, Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Premier League, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Sassuolo won’t sell Davide Frattesi to Roma, but they will still complete a mammoth deal in the final days of the window. Hamed Traoré will move to Bournemouth in a €30M package, add-ons included. The Cherries used on the Ivorian playmaker what they were willing to spend for Nicolò Zaniolo.

Roma have scheduled a meeting with Atalanta to finalize the Duvan Zapata deal. The operation slowed down because of the opening round.

Atalanta Aiming to Have Continuity in Their Frontline

May 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Hellas Verona, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Despite the likely offers for them, Atalanta wish to retain Duvan Zapata and Luis Muriel this summer. La Dea hopes to be able to maintain the same attack next season. They would have to agree to a new contract with the latter since his current one expires in 2023.

With a notable delay compared to when he originally took the medicals, Atalanta announced the signing of Jeremie Boga yesterday.

Atalanta Finally Announce Boga, Weigh Departures Up Front

January 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

With a notable delay compared to when he took the medicals, Atalanta announced the signing of Jeremie Boga. The club reportedly faced issues while dealing with his entourage and the commissions. La Dea will let Roberto Piccoli leave on loan, but they are likely to keep Aleksey Miranchuk and Duvan Zapata.

Luis Muriel has quickly become a serious candidate to add depth to the Juventus attack. The Bianconeri have gotten in touch with his agent to test the waters.

Milan Highly Unlikely to Acquire Muriel Despite Boga Signing

December 27, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have been linked to Luis Muriel as Atalanta are on the verge of purchasing Jeremie Boga. But the Bergamaschi do not see the prospective newcomer as a replacement for the Colombian striker. Moreover, his price tag remains sky-high, and the Rossoneri have other priorities.

Agent Dishes on Atalanta, Milan and Juventus Youngsters

December 6, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Atalanta striker Roberto Piccoli was the top-ranked Italian player in the Golden Boy standings, while Pedri took home the award. His agent Beppe Riso discussed the achievement and the future of his clients Daniel Maldini, Nicolò Rovella and Lorenzo Colombo.

Giorgio Scalvini is on the radar of several big clubs, but Atalanta owner Antonio Percassi wants to keep ahold of him in January and possibly in the future.

Atalanta Owner Dismisses Swap with Juventus and Dishes on Gasperini

October 13, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Atalanta owner Antonio Percassi received an award and discussed a few topics. “It is hard to stay at the top levels considering that we are the smallest Italian side in a European competition. We will continue to propose our style of football with humility and hope the results will follow.”

Three Serie A Youngsters Among Golden Boy Award Contenders

September 16, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Inter, Italian Football, Juventus, Sampdoria, Serie A

There are only 3 Serie A representatives out of 40 candidates for the Golden Boy after the latest cutdown. The award goes to the best U-21 player in Europe. Atalanta’s Roberto Piccoli, Sampdoria’s Mohamed Ihattaren, and Inter’s Roberto Satriano remain in the running for the Italian League.

Atalanta will need to finish the season well in order to keep playing in Europe, and they are poised for significant changes in the summer.

Atalanta Star Striker Poised to Miss Extended Time with Thigh Injury

September 9, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Italian Football, Serie A

Luis Muriel missed international duties due to a thigh injury. It was initially believed to be a minor ailment, but the striker has not improved over the last ten days. He took further tests, which revealed a substantial strain. Duvan Zapata is nearing a return but is not fully fit either.

Fenerbahce have laid eyes on Mario Pasalic in their lengthy search for a midfielder. Turkish clubs have four more days to conclude transfer market deals.

Owner Takes Atalanta Out of Serie A Contention Despite Recent Success

September 6, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Atalanta have managed to qualify for Champions League in three straight seasons. However, president Antonio Percassi says they are not really title contenders: “I would like people to stop talking about the Scudetto. We must remain grounded; otherwise, we rik losing our focus. Plus, we would never be happy."

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