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Samuel Umtiti is enjoying a bounce-back campaign at Lecce and is drawing interest from fellow Serie A sides, especially Roma and Inter.

Inter Among Clubs Interested in Barcelona Outcast Umtiti

June 19, 2023 Akhil Fisher Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lecce, Ligue 1, Lyon, Serie A, Transfer Market

A mega-money offer is expectedly in the works to entice Lyon graduate Samuel Umtiti, who is equally leaning towards an adventure in the Middle East. Umtiti played an extremely pivotal role in helping Lecce stay afloat in Serie A.

Inter and Roma Eye Barcelona Loanee Thriving with Lecce

May 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lecce, Liga, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Samuel Umtiti is enjoying a bounce-back campaign at Lecce and is drawing interest from fellow Serie A sides, especially Roma and Inter. He will head back to Barcelona, but he’s not part of their plans even though his contract lasts until 2026. Keeping him would be too pricey for the Salentini.

The departure of Ola Solbakken will most likely be the only deal Roma complete on deadline day. They’ll be on high alert after the end of the window too.

Inter Test the Waters for Three Barcelona Defenders

April 18, 2023 Akhil Fisher Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Recent meetings have taken place between the executives of Inter and Barcelona regarding the transfer of players. Both sides have been involved in talks for a long time now, with Franck Kessié, Marcelo Brozovic, Joaquin Correa, and Memphis Depay all at the forefront of talks.

Lazio Handed Suspended Partial Stadium Ban for Fan Behavior

April 5, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Lazio have been handed a suspended partial stadium ban for the behavior and actions of the club’s supporters during the 1-0 win over Derby della Capitale rivals Roma earlier last month. A section of the home fans directed antisemitic and racist chants at Giallorossi fans during the derby clash, prompting the sanction.

Barcelona took advantage of Inter’s visit to Porto midweek in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie to hold a transfer market summit.

Barcelona Delegates in Porto to Assess Deal with Inter

March 16, 2023 Akhil Fisher Barcelona, Calciomercato, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Barcelona took advantage of Inter’s visit to Porto midweek in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie to hold a summit with Inter executives, with the transfer market in mind. Blaugrana officials Joan Laporta and Mateu Alemany spoke with Beppe Marotta and Piero Ausilio.

Samuel Umtiti is having a bounce-back season at Lecce, and his strong showings have landed him on the radar of bigger clubs like Milan and Inter.

Milan and Inter After Barcelona Loanee Shining at Lecce

March 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Samuel Umtiti is having a bounce-back season at Lecce, and his strong showings have landed him on the radar of bigger clubs like Milan and Inter. The 29-year-old has mostly managed to stay healthy and will potentially be a bargain next summer as Barcelona are unlikely to keep him.

The Curva Nord of the Stadio Olimpico will be shut close for the upcoming match between Lazio and Empoli after the racist incident involving Samuel Umtiti.

Sports Judge Shuts Lazio Curva for One Game for Racism

January 6, 2023 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

The Curva Nord of the Stadio Olimpico will be closed for the upcoming match versus Empoli following the racist incident involving Samuel Umtiti. The sports judge opted for a harsh punishment since he usually hands out suspended sentences in these instances. The club had issued a statement beforehand.

Wednesday’s game between Lecce and Lazio was briefly halted in the second half as the opposing fans targeted Samuel Umtiti with racist chants.

Umtiti Praised for Response Following Racist Incident

January 5, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Lazio, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Wednesday’s game between Lecce and Lazio was briefly halted in the second half as the opposing fans targeted Samuel Umtiti with racist chants. Referee Livio Marinelli considered halting the match altogether, but it continued as the local supporter started shouting the defender’s name. Lecce president and Gianni Infantino complimented him.

Lecce are in advanced talks with Barcelona for Samuel Umtiti, while Marin Pongracic has landed in Italy to finalize his move.

Samuel Umtiti: Barcelona Worried About Lack of Playing Time

October 4, 2022 David Parkes Barcelona, Lecce, Serie A

Samuel Umtiti has been unable to break into the Lecce squad, which now has Barcelona worried about the Frenchman's lack of playing time.

Lecce Near Stunning Deals with Barcelona and Wolfsburg

August 22, 2022 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Lecce are set to bolster their defense with two high-profile additions from abroad, as they are in advanced talks with Barcelona for Samuel Umtiti, while Marin Pongracic has landed in Italy to finalize his move. The Giallorossi opened the season with makeshift pairs in the back, also due to injuries.

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