Former Inter chief Massimo Moratti has heaped praise on current coach Simone Inzaghi, hailing his achievement of avenging the famous Euroderby defeat in 2003.
Lazio's pursuit of Ruben Loftus-Cheek appears to have hit a stumbling block, as Serie A rivals Milan are reportedly in advanced talks to secure the signature of the central midfielder. The news comes as a blow to coach Maurizio Sarri, who had identified his former player as a target for next season.
Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson has expressed his respect for Inter, acknowledging that there is a 50 percent chance for either side to win the UEFA Champions League come June. The goalie's comments come as the Cityzens emphatically demolished Real Madrid 5-1 on aggregate, whereas the Nerazzurri netted three versus Milan.
As the Serie A season nears its conclusion, clubs are already strategizing for the upcoming transfer window. Lazio, in particular, are looking for a reliable backup for their star striker Ciro Immobile, who has been plagued by recurring injuries. Coach Maurizio Sarri is adamant about bolstering his attacking options.
Former Inter and Bayern Munich striker Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has praised club chief Beppe Marotta for his work off the pitch. He believes the Italian exec achieved remarkable results despite working with limited financial resources, as the Nerazzurri prepare to end their season with a double – Coppa Italia and UEFA Champions League.
Italian teams have punched above their weight this European season, with each of the UEFA competitions possessing at least one Serie A team in the final four. However, it is the Champions League that has been most impressive of all, as Napoli, Milan, and Inter dismantled opponents.
Iconic Italian shotstopper Gianluigi Buffon has hailed André Onana and Mike Maignan for their impact on Inter and Milan respectively this season. Both keepers have played an important role in their teams to succeed, especially in Europe. The legend named them as two of the five best shotstoppers in the world.
South Korea talent Kim Min-jae looks almost sure to leave Napoli after a career-changing season in the south of Italy where he helped Naples earn its first Scudetto title in 33 years. The ex-Fenerbahce defender has been absolutely instrumental for Luciano Spalletti all season.
Juventus want a new goalkeeper to arrive at the club within the next season, as Wojciech Szczesny enters the final year of his contract once the campaign finishes. And although substitute keeper Mattia Perin sees his deal expire in 2025, the Bianconeri are eager to sign new blood to man the posts.
Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City bulldozed through Real Madrid to emphatically win 5-1 on aggregate, setting up a classic showdown against Inter in the UEFA Champions League final in Istanbul. However, the ex-Barcelona tactician is aware of the threat the Nerazzurri possess at hand to upset them next month.
The midfielder has been previously linked with moves to Inter and even Milan, but at the moment the unnamed Azzurri club remains in the dark. Real Betis and Atletico Madrid are two other contenders in line.
Carlo Ancelotti has never forgotten the 2005 Champions League final, although he claims it remains a ‘not-so-vivid’ memory. That, in fact, is the only UCL final the veteran has lost in the span of his almost thirty-year managerial career