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Napoli are pondering whether to bolster their defense either in January or next summer and have set sights on Stefan De Vrij.

Napoli Eye Inter Veteran and a Few More Defenders

October 31, 2024 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Napoli are pondering whether to bolster their defense either in January or next summer and have set sights on Stefan De Vrij, who might leave Inter on a free. The Partenopei have had to lean heavily on Amir Rrahmani and Alessandro Buongiorno so far.

Napoli staved off a feeble attempt by Inter and will soon officialize the arrival of Alessandro Buongiorno. He’ll take the medicals early in the week.

Napoli’s Buongiorno Reveals Role Models in First Presser

July 30, 2024 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Newly-signed Napoli stopper Alessandro Buongiorno has revealed the defenders he looks up to in a bid to elevate his game. Having completed his move from Torino, the 25-year-old becomes the Partenopei’s fourth permanent transfer of the season, after Rafa Marin, Leonardo Spinazzola and Matija Popovic.

Ramos is keen to stay in Europe, and has two clubs on his back, with Turkish giants Galatasaray also in the picture and ahead of Roma in the transfer race.

Mourinho Contacts Sergio Ramos But Turks Overtake Roma

August 30, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

The Rome hypothesis still remains strong for free agent Sergio Ramos. The Spanish icon is without a club since his contract at Paris Saint-Germain expired at the end of the previous season, and the Giallorossi are in search of a center-back, which means both parties could pair up for at least one season.

Ramos Wishes for Sevilla Return but Italians Keep Close Eye

June 16, 2023 Akhil Fisher La Liga, Paris Saint Germain, PSG, Serie A, Sevilla

Ramos is still going strong at 37, and intends to stay away from the lure of playing in the MLS or the Saudi league. Reportedly, there are Italian clubs also interested in Ramos’ services

Inter’s Bastoni Cites Role Model, Credits Conte for his Development

October 14, 2021 Akhil Fisher Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A

The centre-back has credited the start of his Nerazzurri journey to former manager Antonio Conte, under who he chiseled a place in the starting eleven.

PSG Set to Outbid Roma and Milan for Former Real Madrid Defender

June 24, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Manchester United, PSG, Real Madrid, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Milan and Roma are likely to miss out on Sergio Ramos as PSG are the clear frontrunners to sign him. They were long-shot destinations considering the money involved. The two Italian clubs had exploratory talks for the defender, but his salary was a problem. Roma tried to exploit the connection with José Mourinho to bring him in, but it does not look like it will be enough. He will ink a three-year contract, earning €15M per year.

Diaz has been in a tug of war between parent club Real Madrid and Milan regarding his future, but with the UCL Milan derby looming, he is focused.

Three Real Madrid Players Who Should Move To Serie A This Summer

June 23, 2021 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Real Madrid, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Carlo Ancelotti is now set to try his luck with another spell in the Spanish capital himself. Whilst the Italian's return could encourage some members of the old guard to remain at Real Madrid, he still needs to shorten his large squad, and some Serie A clubs could give him a helping hand in this task.

Mourinho Trying to Convince Real Madrid Legend to Sign with Roma

June 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, PSG, Real Madrid, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

José Mourinho called Sergio Ramos to talk him into joining Roma. The operation is difficult because of its steep price, but the Giallorossi are in the running thanks to some fiscal advantages. They are competing with PSG, Milan, Sevilla, and Manchester United. Italian clubs pay fewer taxes on foreigners moving to the Peninsula, and so do the players on their income. However, the defender is set to command at least €10M per year.

Milan Reached Out to Real Madrid Star to Bolster Defense

February 8, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Milan had some explorative talks with Sergio Ramos, whose contract with Real Madrid expires in June, however his requests are sky-high and therefore he is set to move elsewhere if he does end up leaving. The defender will miss the upcoming Champions League game versus Atalanta due to a knee injury.

Three Players Juventus Should Agree Pre-Contract Deals With

December 2, 2020 Luke Phelps Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Seemingly one of the best teams at securing pre-contract agreements, Juventus and manager Andrea Pirlo will no doubt be looking to do the same this New Year. Juventus has long been competent when it comes to signing free agents - the likes of Aaron Ramsey ahead of last season. Here we take a look at three players Pirlo they could agree pre-contract deals with.

The Cult of Calcio Podcast Ep. 2: Inter – Real Madrid Preview

November 25, 2020 The Cult of Calcio Newsroom Assi di Coppe, Champions League, European Cups, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Real Madrid

In the second episode of The Cult of Calcio's podcast, we previewed tonight's Champions League game between Inter and Real Madrid as both teams try to recover from a not-so-exciting start of their European campaign. Live today we had Matteo Carnevale - founder of The Cult of Calcio - and our friend Carlos Molano who's an hardcore Real fan and a "socio" of the club.

Assi di Coppe: Atlètico Win Euro Derby to Capture Super Cup

August 16, 2018 Diego Ottaviano Assi di Coppe, Atletico Madrid, European Cups, Real Madrid, Super Cup

What a start, gentlemen! What a game! The European football season officially kicked off yesterday with a new edition of El Derbi Madrileño between Real and Atlètico. The Colchoneros stunned their more famous city rivals and incumbent Champions League title holders, prevailing 4-2 after extra time to capture the UEFA Super Cup 2018.

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