Zeki Celik Archives - The Cult of Calcio

Roma Wishing to Solve Long-Time Right-Back Problem

June 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bournemouth, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Lille, Premier League, Rennes, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Roma will once again be in the market for a right-back this summer despite having had three options in the role last season and taken several stabs in recent years. Rasmus Kristensen won’t be bought out after a season-long loan from Leeds United.

Roma have more question marks than certainties on their defensive wings and set sights on Lecce, earmarking Valentin Gendrey and Patrick Dorgu.

Roma Reportedly Monitor Two Promising Lecce Fullbacks

May 16, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Roma have more question marks than certainties on their defensive wings and set sights on Lecce to restock them, earmarking Valentin Gendrey and Patrick Dorgu. Angelino might be their only current fullback still on the squad next season.

It’s reportedly just a matter of time until Roma announce Florent Ghisolfi as their new head of football. He has informed Nice about his desire to move

Roma Ready to Welcome New Sporting Director from Nice

May 13, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

It’s reportedly just a matter of time until Roma announce Florent Ghisolfi as their new head of football. He has informed Nice about his desire to move to the Italian capital and asked to be let go. His team probably won’t stand in his way.

Roma Player Ratings vs Milan: Mancini Does it Again

April 18, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Europa League, International Football, Roma, Serie A

Roma qualified for the Europa League semi-finals for the second season running, beating Milan 2-1 in the return leg of their quarter-final tie to seal a 3-1 aggregate triumph. Giallorossi seemed better tactically prepared for this fixture and deservedly sent their Serie A rivals packing.

Milan Player Ratings vs Roma: Toothless Attack Overshadowed by Calamitous Defending

April 18, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Europa League, International Football, Player Ratings, Roma, Serie A

Milan failed to overturn a 1-0 first-leg deficit in their Europa League quarter-final tie, losing 2-1 at the Stadio Olimpico to end their continental adventure. It was another bleak showing from Rossoneri, whose defensive blunders propelled Daniele De Rossi's side into the semi-finals.

Roma wish to end their January by signing Tommaso Baldanzi from Empoli, but they need to part ways with a few players first.

Roma Clearing the Deck for Final Push for Baldanzi

January 31, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Empoli, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma wish to end their January by signing Tommaso Baldanzi from Empoli, but they need to part ways with a few players first. Andrea Belotti and Marash Kumbulla are close to leaving. Instead, the exits of Zeki Celik and Renato Sanches aren’t as imminent.

Roma are closing in on the acquisition of Angelino from RB Leipzig via Galatasaray, but they have to wait for a domino to finalize the deal.

Roma Involved in International Carousel of Fullbacks

January 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma are closing in on the acquisition of Angelino from RB Leipzig via Galatasaray, but they have to wait for a domino to finalize the deal. They need to make room by partying ways with a player, but the solution could come from the Turkish side itself.

Roma announced to have fired José Mourinho and appointed Daniele De Rossi on Tuesday in a sudden move but not completely out of the blue.

Roma Owners Not Rushed by Recent Mourinho Statements

December 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

The recent public plea by José Mourinho hasn’t accelerated the negotiation between his camp and the Roma hierarchy to renew his contract. While there have been some preliminary contacts, the posture of the ownership hasn’t changed. They want to see how the season goes.

Fresh off his Roma dismissal, José Mourinho has turned down the advances from Al Shabab, at least for the time being, as he’d like to take over Napoli.

Recipients of the Latest José Mourinho Rant Disclosed

December 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

José Mourinho has some pointed remarks following the draw versus Servette, which will likely force Roma to go through the playoff. Slavia Prague have a two-point lead over them heading into the final match. The Special One was irked by the careless performance of some players.

Roma held preliminary contacts with powerful agent Jorge Mendes to inquire about Porto’s fullback Joao Mario. They could make an attempt in January.

Roma Show Some Interest in Talented Porto Fullback

September 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Porto, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Union Berlin

Roma held preliminary contacts with powerful agent Jorge Mendes to inquire about Porto’s fullback Joao Mario. They could make an attempt in January if the price was right. He’s tied to his team until 2027, and they are an expensive boutique. He emerged two seasons ago.

Turkish clubs continue to set sights on Serie A players near the end of their window. Galatasaray reportedly made an attempt to add Zeki Celik from Roma.

Roma Repel Galatasaray Advances for Backup Fullback

September 12, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Lazio, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Turkish clubs continue to set sights on Serie A players near the end of their window. Galatasaray reportedly made an attempt to purchase Zeki Celik from Roma. The fullback has failed to impress during his time in the Italian capital, but José Mourinho blocked his departure.

Roma raised nearly €30M before June 30th by selling a few youngsters and misfits, but it hasn't allowed to spend much on the transfer market.

Roma Trying to Collect More Money to Bankroll Purchases

July 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Marseille, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Roma raised nearly €30M before June 30th by selling a few youngsters and misfits. While the income has been enough to avoid substantial punishment for Financial Fair Play violations, it hasn’t allowed them to spend much on the transfer market. They have completed four signings: two Bosman moves and two loans.

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