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After some tumultuous months, Lazio and Maurizio Sarri have come to terms to stick together for a few more seasons thanks to an extension.

Sarri Explains Why Milinkovic-Savic and Luis Alberto Cannot Function Together

October 22, 2021 Akhil Fisher Europa League, Lazio, Marseille, Serie A

Maurizio Sarri has given his thoughts on the Biancocelesti’s tactical dressing in the final-third by saying that two of his key players cannot function together upfront.

Pisa forward Lorenzo Lucca, despite undergoing a dry goalscoring streak, is in the crosshairs of several top clubs for a summer move, including Ajax.

Milan Receive Strong Reports on Multiple Youngsters in Italy and Abroad

October 22, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

River Plate’s Julian Alvarez is not the only youngster on Milan’s radar. The head scout Geoffrey Moncada has cast a wide net to look for new pieces to add to the team. He is high on Pisa's Lorenzo Lucca and has identified various potential targets in the Portuguese league.

Chiellini: “It Would Have Been Better Had Ronaldo Left Juventus Earlier”

October 22, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, Serie A, Transfer Market

Two months after Cristiano Ronaldo’s farewell and during the first positive streak of the season, Juventus players have begun addressing what happened in the summer. Giorgio Chiellini admitted that the late departure negatively affected the team in the immediate aftermath.

Napoli vs Legia Warsaw 3-0: Substitutes Star in First Europa League Win

October 21, 2021 Neelabhra Roy Europa League, European Cups, International Football, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Napoli got their first win of the Europa League by beating Legia Warsaw 3-0 thanks to goals from captain Lorenzo Insigne, Victor Osimhen and Matteo Politano.

Mourinho Takes Full Blame for Roma’s Europa League Humiliation

October 21, 2021 The Cult of Calcio International Football, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

José Mourinho looked for no excuses after Roma's disastrous Conference League setback in Norway and took full responsibility for the Giallorossi 1-6 humiliation at the hand of Bodo/Glimt. "It is my fault. I am the one who decided to play with this lineup," the coach said in his post-match remarks.

Juventus, Captain Bonucci Targets 150 UCL Caps After 100th Continental Appearance

October 21, 2021 Akhil Fisher Champions League, Juventus

The centre-back, who has spent the majority of his 18-year professional career in the Bianconeri colours, feels Juventus are returning back to winning ways and that he can reach 150 caps if he maintains his momentum.

Bodo/Glimt vs Roma 6-1: Giallorossi Get Dismantled in Norway

October 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella International Football, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

A forgettable trip to Bodo ended with one of the largest losses in recent history, as Roma looked out of sorts from the get-go. The Norwegian side never took his foot off the gas and kept piling on. The Giallorossi were overtaken atop of the group but still hold a lead over the other sides.

Lippi Reminisces 2002/03 UCL Final Against Milan, Says Juventus Could Have Won

October 21, 2021 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Champions League, Juventus, Serie A

2006 World Cup winner Marcello Lippi, who was incharge of the Bianconeri back then, has reminisced the occasion, deeming that Juventus could have won the match if they had one of their suspended stars available.

The Top 5 Stories from the Champions League Week: Inter Rise, Milan Fall

October 21, 2021 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Atalanta, Champions League, Inter Milan, International Football, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Serie A, Top 5 Stories

Two wins, two losses. This was the final outcome for Italian clubs in the third matchday of the Champions League Group Stage, as Juventus and Inter escaped with wins, while Atalanta and Milan succumbed to defeats. So let's check out the Top 5 Stories from Europe's elite club competition during the midweek.

The negotiation between Lorenzo Insigne and Napoli is not progressing despite the expiring contract and Tottenham have started eyeing him.

Agent of Napoli Star on Expiring Deal Recently Took a Meeting with Inter

October 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Vincenzo Pisacane, the representative of Lorenzo Insigne, visited the Inter headquarters in the last couple of days. While he has other pending matters with the Nerazzurri, the name of the Napoli ace inevitably came up in the talks, although there are some hurdles in the potential Bosman move.

Roberto D’Aversa Backed to Change Fortunes at Sampdoria by Club President

October 21, 2021 Akhil Fisher Sampdoria, Serie A

It was reported earlier that Sampdoria coach Roberto D’Aversa’s future at the club was under pressure due to sub-par results that have seen Il Doria sit in a lowly 17th position

Olimpia to Continue Flying in Lazio Matches despite Fascist Incident

October 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A

The eagle Olimpia will keep entertaining the home crowd in Lazio games. Even though his main handler Juan Bernabè has been suspended for making fascist gestures, the club has quickly found a replacement. They did not have to look far because his brother José Maria will take over.