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A strong Atalanta side rose to a comfortable 6-1 victory over Serie B outfit Cesena in the Coppa Italia Round of 16 on Wednesday evening, as goals from Davide Zappacosta, Charles De Ketelaere, Lazar Samardzic and Marco Brescianini were enough to cruise through to the quarters, despite a late consolation goal from Joseph Ceesay.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / November 2

Atalanta Star Midfielder Admits Turning Down Barcelona Was Tough

Highly-rated Atalanta midfielder Lazar Samardzic admitted he turned down Barcelona’s advances before moving to Italy in 2021. The 22-year-old swapped Udinese for the Gewiss Stadium in the summer despite being heavily linked with Milan, Inter, and Napoli in the past 12 months.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 1

Samardzic had ‘no uncertainty’ on Atalanta, despite turning down Barcelona

Lazar Samardzic reveals why he had ‘no uncertainty’ about joining Atalanta, finding his favourite role on the pitch and when he was approached by Barcelona and Milan as a child.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / September 29

Gasperini Rues Missed Chances as Atalanta Held Again

Gian Piero Gasperini was left to rue missed opportunities as Atalanta could only manage a 1-1 draw against 10-man Bologna on Saturday night. Lazar Samardzic’s superb strange from long range handed La Dea a late equalizer, saving them from further embarrassment after a 3-2 home loss to Como on Tuesday.

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 28

Gasperini warns Atalanta ‘will blow hot and cold’ amid reformation

Gian Piero Gasperini warns Atalanta will ‘blow hot and cold’ as they try to completely rebuild the squad and has high hopes for Lazar Samardzic after the equaliser against Bologna.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / September 13

Udinese and Venezia Execs Address Deals with Serie A Giants

Lazar Samardzic and Tanner Tessmann switched sides after long sagas in the summer, but neither joined the first teams that laid eyes on teams. Udinese director Gianluca Nani spilled the beans about the Serb to Tuttomercatoweb.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / September 12

Udinese director reveals background on Milan’s attempt for Samardzic

Udinese director Gianluca Nani has shed some light on AC Milan’s failed attempt to sign Lazar Samardzic this summer with the Serbian midfielder eventually signing for Atalanta instead.

Soccer News / Football Italia / August 18

Atalanta confirm Samardzic signing from Udinese

Atalanta have officially announced the signing of midfielder Lazar Samardzic on loan with an option to buy, which will become mandatory under certain conditions, from fellow Serie A side Udinese.

Soccer News / Football Italia / August 18

Celtic’s new demands for O’Riley pushed Atalanta to sign Samardzic

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Celtic have further raised their asking price for Matt O’Riley, pushing Atalanta to sign Lazar Samardzic instead.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / August 18

Atalanta On the Verge of Completing Major Midfield Signing

Atalanta started talks with Udinese for Lazar Samardzic only a few days ago, and it didn’t take them long to strike an agreement. According to Fabrizio Romano, a decisive breakthrough came on Saturday, with the Serbian midfielder on the verge of joining La Dea.

Soccer News / Football Italia / August 17

Done deal: Atalanta agree deal with Udinese for Samardzic

Atalanta have now agreed a deal with Udinese for the transfer of Serbia international Lazar Samardzic according to reports in Italy. La Dea have reached an agreement over a €20m price tag, with up to €5m in bonuses according to reports from Sky Sport Italia.

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / August 16

Atalanta join Milan in Samardzic race – Udinese reiterate asking price

AC Milan now face competition to land Udinese star Lazar Samardzic because Atalanta have joined the race to sign him, according to a report. As Calciomercato.com report, Juventus’ new offer to Atalanta for Teun Koopmeiners is a clear signal that they really want the Dutchman.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / August 16

Atalanta Lay Eyes on Milan Target amid O’Riley Impasse

Atalanta are preparing for life without Teun Koopmeiners and, in addition to Matt O’Riley, they have kicked the tires on Lazar Samardzic. They’d like to nab the former before signing off on the departure of their ace, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / August 15

Milan remain interested in Udinese star as director opens to sale – the latest

AC Milan are focused on negotiations for Youssouf Fofana, but the management also remain on the trail of Lazar Samardzic and the Udinese sporting director essentially confirmed it.

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / August 14

‘Waiting for concrete steps’ – Atalanta join Milan in race to sign Samardzic

AC Milan are looking to add at least one more midfielder during the current mercato, and they like the idea of adding Lazar Samardzic to the squad, but

Soccer News / SempreMilan / August 11

Moretto: ‘Exits are needed’ for Milan to proceed with pursuit of Samardzic

Lazar Samardzic was heavily linked with a move to AC Milan a few weeks back but the rumours have certainly cooled down. According to a report, the Rossoneri

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / August 9

Ekkelenkamp, Bartesaghi and a fixed price – the latest on Samardzic-Milan talks

AC Milan are not giving up on the idea of signing Lazar Samardzic and the latter stages of the window could bring developments with Udinese, a report claims.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / August 9

Talks Between Udinese and Milan for Serb Talent Lagging

Milan continue to chase after Lazar Samardzic, but the negotiation will be a slow burn until the final days of the window. The Rossoneri need Udinese to lower their price tag and sell some players before a proper assault, Calciomercato informs.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / June 29

Udinese Deem Lazio Second Bid for Lazar Samardzic Insufficient

Lazio and Udinese remain locked in talks over Lazar Samardzic as Marco Baroni’s men endeavor to bring the Serbia international to Rome. However, according to Corriere dello Sport via LazioNews24, Samardzic’s employers have rejected Biancocelesti’s second offer.

Soccer News / Football Italia / April 27

Samardzic: How Juventus can snatch Udinese talent for free

Juventus are the last serious contenders in Serie A for Lazar Samardzic and there may be a way to snatch the Udinese starlet on a free transfer in the summer.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / January 18, 2024

Former Exec Talks Napoli Not Sealing Samardzic Deal

Carlo Jacomuzzi, who worked as a director for Napoli in the past and now helms the Scouts’ Association, weighed in on the negotiation between his former team and Lazar Samardzic, which has pretty much collapsed at this point, to Radio Punto Nuovo (via Tuttomercatoweb).

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 15, 2024

Juventus looking to book Samardzic for June – Udinese requests a midfielder in exchange

Juventus are reportedly working on securing the services of Udinese star Lazar Samardzic in the summer. The 21-year-old was one of the main revelations in Serie A during the previous campaign, but he’s been less impactful this term, possibly distracted by never-ending transfer talks.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 12, 2024

Juventus is stepping up their interest in Lazar Samardzic

Juventus is intensifying their interest in Lazar Samardzic as it appears that his potential move to Napoli might not materialise. The Serbian midfielder has been on the radar of top Italian clubs since last summer.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 11, 2024

Udinese: ‘Nothing imminent’ for Samardzic sale to Juventus or Napoli

Udinese director Federico Balzaretti warns Juventus, Napoli, Brighton and other clubs that there is ‘nothing imminent’ regarding the sale of Lazar Samardzic, as the situation remains confusing.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 4, 2024

Juventus watching to hijack Napoli’s move for Samardzic

Lazar Samardzic’s potential move away from Udinese has encountered complications, adding to the uncertainty surrounding his future. The midfielder was on the verge of joining Inter Milan in the summer after an agreement was reached between the two clubs.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 28, 2023

Why Napoli want both Samardzic and Tottenham midfielder in January

Napoli are preparing for a midfielder reshuffle with Lazar Samardzic and Pierre-Emile Højbjerg emerging as their top targets for January. Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis has recently confirmed that he will sign at least one new central midfielder in the winter transfer window.