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Napoli ended a secondary transfer saga right after deadline day in Saudi Arabia, as Matteo Politano has officially prolonged his contract until 2027.

Napoli Winger Politano Draws Attention of Saudi Side

December 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Matteo Politano is having his best campaign since joining Napoli, but his future is uncertain since his contract expires in 2025. The talks to extend it haven’t advanced much. He’s receiving interest from Saudi Arabia and Al Shabab in particular. They are led by an Italian director, Domenico Teti.

Lorenzo Pellegrini is experiencing his toughest season since he’s at Roma, as he hasn’t been able to find pace following a pair of thigh injuries.

Pellegrini Weighs Roma Exit with Saudi Arabia Calling

December 22, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Lorenzo Pellegrini is experiencing his toughest season since he’s at Roma, as he hasn’t been able to find pace following a pair of thigh injuries. The situation is starting to weigh on him, and he’s reflecting on his future. He’s not serene, and the Saudi sirens are sounding loud.

The arrival and confirmation of Daniele De Rossi on the Roma bench is going to affect the team's transfer market strategy.

Saudi Arabia Sides to Pursue Lukaku and Immobile Again

December 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Lazio, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Saudi Arabia didn’t manage to lure Romelu Lukaku and Ciro Immobile last summer, but their clubs haven’t given up for good. They are preparing large bids to succeed in their purpose next summer. Chelsea have set a €42M price tag for their striker, who’s currently on loan at Roma.

The gestation of the Supercoppa Italiana has taken longer than usual this year, but the League and the four teams involved have concurred with Saudi Arabia.

Serie A Finalizes Schedule for Saudi Supercoppa at Last

December 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Napoli, Saudi Arabia, Serie A

The gestation of the Supercoppa Italiana has taken longer than usual this year, but the League and the four teams involved have come to an understanding with Saudi Arabia, which previously asked to move the dates, and reportedly did it again recently. The League will formally announce the tweaks soon.

Italy was awarded the joint organization of the 2032 European Championship along with Turkey, but it had the chance to host the 2030 World Cup too.

Italy Passed on Joining Bid to Host the 2030 World Cup

November 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri, World Cup

Italy was awarded the joint organization of the 2032 European Championship with Turkey, but it had the chance to host the 2030 World Cup along with Saudi Arabia and Egypt. They passed on the opportunity for a few reasons, as federal president Gabriele Gravina revealed.

Piotr Zielinski took stock of his future, considering that his Napoli contract runs out at the end of the season, and revisited what happened last summer.

Zielinski Comments on Extension Talks and Saudi Arabia

November 17, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Piotr Zielinski took stock of his future, considering that his Napoli contract runs out at the end of the season, and revisited what happened last summer from Poland: “The negotiations are ongoing. As I already said, my agent handles them. I don't rule out a renewal."

Saudi Arabia to Target a Few Serie A Stars and Coaches

November 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Saudi Arabia plucked a pair of high-profile Serie A players last summer. Their raid could be more substantial next summer, and a few stars and bosses could give in to the wealthy courtship. The up-and-coming championship has laid eyes on two new options: Adrien Rabiot and Christian Pulisic.

Chris Smalling has missed a lot of time due to a lingering tendon injury so far. Roma are growing frustrated with the situation.

Roma Mull January Exit for Oft-Injured Defensive Pillar

November 2, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Chris Smalling has missed a lot of time due to a lingering tendon injury so far. Roma are growing frustrated with the situation and might consider partying ways with him in January, especially should they receive a good offer from Saudi Arabia. The veteran is under contract until 2025.

Ciro Immobile seriously thought about leaving Lazio to move to Saudi Arabia last summer, and that remains a hot topic for the future.

Lazio Legend Stayed Put for Three Reasons Last Summer

November 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Ciro Immobile seriously thought about leaving Lazio to move to Saudi Arabia last summer, and that remains a hot topic for the future. In the end, he decided to stay for three motivations in particular. First of all, he wanted to star in the Champions League considering their hard-earned return.

Lazio might lose another linchpin to Saudi Arabia after Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, as Al Hilal have started eyeing his compatriot Adam Marusic.

Saudi Arabia Threatening to Lure Another Lazio Staple

November 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Lazio might lose another linchpin to Saudi Arabia after partying ways with Sergej Milinkovic-Savic last summer, as Al Hilal have started eyeing his compatriot Adam Marusic. The two are represented by the same agent, Mateja Kezman. The fullback has a couple of years on his contract.

Tullio Tinti, the agent of Inter coach Simone Inzaghi, is happy with the career his client has built and with his result at Inter.

Inzaghi Agent Pleased with Style, Rebuffs Saudi Talk

October 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Tullio Tinti, the agent of Inter coach Simone Inzaghi, is happy with the career his client has built and with his result at Inter: “He was one of my first players, so he’s family to me and my company. I’m a reference point to him and was even his best man."

Douglas Costa is a free agent after finishing up his contract with the Los Angeles Galaxy and offered his services to Juventus.

Former LA Galaxy Attacker Proposes Juventus Reunion

October 26, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, MLS, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Douglas Costa is a free agent after finishing up his contract with the Los Angeles Galaxy and offered his services to Juventus. The Bianconeri had a lukewarm response, even though he would join gratis. He’d like to return to Turin, as Federico Bernardeschi is trying to do.

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