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On This Day: February 13, 1960 – Referee Pierluigi Collina Was Born

February 13, 2024 Matteo Carnevale Bari, Foggia, Italian Football, Italy, On This Day, Serie A

On February 13, 1960, one of the best (and surely the most iconic...) Italian referees was born. Pierluigi Collina's bald appearance and spirited eyes are unmistakable and a dear memory to all those who used to follow the beautiful game between the 1990s and the 2000s.

Reggiana defender Marcandalli is a prime target for Milan to boost their defensive future. The 21-year-old stopper is currently on loa from Genoa.

Milan Eye Promising Genoa Prodigy on Loan at Reggiana

November 13, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Reggiana defender Alessandro Marcandalli is a prime target for Milan to boost their defensive future. The 21-year-old stopper is currently on loan in Serie B from Genoa. Milan have taken a keen interest in bolstering their backline as Stefano Pioli suffers the onset of injury upon injury in his camp.

Pirlo Under Threat at Sampdoria Ahead of Palermo Challenge

November 3, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Coppa Italia, Italian Football, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie B, Transfer Market

Backed by Andrea Radrizziani, the Blucerchiati secured the signature of Andrea Pirlo to head the dugout, but things have not gone as planned in Genoa. A new sporting director could be appointed as well, in view of the disastrous summer transfer market, where several key figures such as Wladimiro Falcone, Francesco Caputo and Manolo Gabbiadini left the club.

As Gilardino prepares to welcome Reggiana in the Coppa Italia, ex-Azzurri teammate Alessandro Nesta is excited about the prospect of qualifying through.

Nesta Promises Dinner if Reggiana Meet Lazio in Coppa Italia

October 31, 2023 Akhil Fisher Coppa Italia, Genoa, Italian Football, Lazio, Reggina, Serie A

As Alberto Gilardino prepares to welcome Reggiana to the Stadio Luigi Ferraris in the Coppa Italia Second Round, ex-Azzurri teammate Alessandro Nesta is excited about the prospect of qualifying through, since it will pitch his side against former club Lazio in the last 16.

Torino president Cairo, who took over reigns back in 2004/05, has recalled how difficult it was for the club to rise from the ashes more than a decade ago.

Urbano Cairo on Torino Resurgence from Serie B and Juric Bond

October 18, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Serie A, Torino, Uncategorized

Torino president Urbano Cairo, who took over reigns back in 2004/05, has recalled how difficult it was for the club to rise from the ashes of their poor financial background more than a decade ago. He also took stock of the current situation at the club, with his relationship with coach Ivan Juric now smoothening up.

Both were immediately loaned out once their transfers to Napoli became permanent. Cheddira headed to Frosinone, while Caprile was taken by Empoli.

Bari Director Polito Satisfied with Napoli Coups for Duo

September 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bari, Calciomercato, Empoli, Frosinone, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Both Cheddira and Caprile were immediately loaned out once their transfers to Napoli became permanent. While Cheddira headed to Serie A newcomers Frosinone, Caprile was taken to Empoli on a similar temporary deal. Bari sporting director Ciro Polito has given his say on the transfers.

Olympique Lyonnais have readied a two-year contract for Fabio Grosso, who impressed largely with Frosinone in recent seasons.

Lyon Agree Deal to Hire Ex-Frosinone Manager Grosso

September 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Frosinone, Italian Football, Lyon, Serie A, Transfer Market

Olympique Lyonnais have readied a two-year contract for Fabio Grosso, who impressed largely with Frosinone in recent seasons, having led them to the Serie A promotion this year. With Laurent Blanc now out of the picture, several candidates, including Gennaro Gattuso were shortlisted, but Grosso is in the lead.

Saudi Pro League and Serie A have not touched the €1B mark, whereas the Premier League has almost reach thrice that amount in terms of expenditure.

Serie A Records Positive Transfer Balance Unlike Premier League

September 7, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Ligue 1, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

As the summer transfer window comes to a shut in most of the top markets worldwide, an astonishing number in terms of league expenditure has been marked by the Premier League, Other leagues, including the Saudi Pro League and Serie A have not touched the €1B mark.

Pohjanpalo has a release clause of €3M, falling within the budget range for frontline reinforcements for Genoa. He has two years left on his contract.

Genoa Shortlist Venezia Striker Pohjanpalo to Boost Attack

August 24, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market, Venezia

Arguably the most active top-flight club this season, having introduced 13 fresh faces this season, Genoa are unlikely to put a halt to their transfer market activities. The Grifone are trying their best to onboard two defenders, Alessandro Zanoli and German Pezzella, and Venezia marksman Joel Pohjanpalo,

Ternana's Niccolò Corrado, who is an Inter academy product, has emerged on the radars of several top-flight Italian clubs, including Torino and Genoa.

From Palermo to Genoa, Inter Prodigy Finds Himself in Demand

August 17, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Palermo, Salernitana, Sassuolo, Serie A, Ternana, Transfer Market

Ternana fullback Niccolò Corrado, who is a product of Inter’s Primavera system, has emerged on the radars of several top-flight Italian clubs. Having joined the Rossoverdi last summer, Corrado shone bright in 2022/23, registering 37 uninterrupted appearances for the club. He is now wanted by a plethora of clubs.

SPAL midfielder Matteo Prati was inches away from sealing the deal with Serie B outfit Palermo but has instead rejected the Rosanero to join Cagliari.

Italy U20 Starlet Prati Rejects Palermo to Make Serie A Move

August 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher Cagliari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Palermo, Serie A, Spal, Transfer Market

SPAL midfielder Matteo Prati was inches away from sealing the deal with Serie B outfit Palermo but has instead rejected the Rosanero in a bid to materialize his plans of developing in the top flight. Newly-promoted Cagliari are now in pole position to sign Prati from SPAL.

Lecce midfielder Morten Hjulmand leaves Italy to pursue his development in Portugal, as country giants Sporting Lisbon have signed him on a five-year deal.

Lecce Captain Hjulmand Leaves Italy to Join Portuguese Giants

August 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Sporting CP, Transfer Market

Lecce midfielder Morten Hjulmand leaves Italy to pursue his development in Portugal, as country giants Sporting Lisbon have agreed to terms to sign him, beating the likes of Italian hopefuls Fiorentina, Lazio, Roma, Atalanta and Juventus. Sporting were in talks to sign Hjulmand for quite a while.

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