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Max Allegri Delivers Update on Cristiano Ronaldo Future Amid Exit Links

August 21, 2021 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A

Massimiliano Allegri has removed all doubts concerning the future of Cristiano Ronaldo amid growing talks linking him with a Juventus exit. In an interview with Sky Sports, the new Bianconeri manager confirmed the five-time Ballon d'Or winner is staying at the club despite recent rumors suggesting otherwise.

Serie A Matchday 35: Spezia – Napoli Match Preview

Star Winger Offered To Milan & Inter

August 21, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Inter Milan, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Shocking claims from Italy suggest Napoli could be willing to renounce their headline performer Lorenzo Insigne for free after deeming his wage demands excessive. According to Corriere Della Sera (via MilanNews), the Euro 2020 winner has been offered to Milan and Inter as he seeks a way out of Naples.

Serie A Matchday 2: Inter – Genoa Match Preview

August 21, 2021 Marko Vrakela Genoa, Inter Milan, Serie A

Simone Inzaghi is set to make his competitive managerial debut at Inter as the 2020/21 Serie A champions play host to Genoa at the Giuseppe Meazza on Saturday afternoon. Heading into the new season as the defending champions for the first time in over a decade, the Nerazzurri will be looking to shrug off off-the-field distractions to seal all three points in their 2021/22 curtain-raiser.

Jose Mourinho has moved quickly to fill the hole vacated by Edin Dzeko at Roma with the young England forward Tammy Abraham.

Has Mourinho Found His Spearhead for Attack in Tammy Abraham?

August 21, 2021 Ed Summers Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Edin Džeko's recent sale to current Serie A champions Inter left a glaring hole in attack for Roma and Jose Mourinho has moved quickly to fill the hole vacated by the long-time Bosnian servant with the young England forward Tammy Abraham.

Juventus Hoping Fiorentina Do Not Sell Vlahovic This Summer

August 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester City, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Juventus are not among the contenders for Dusan Vlahovic this summer. However, things could drastically change in 2022. The Bianconeri want to make a run at the Fiorentina starlet to properly replace Cristiano Ronaldo in a year. The starlet is currently being pursued by Atletico Madrid and Tottenham.

How Will Roma Line-Up With Mourinho This Season?

August 20, 2021 Michel Sakr Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

José Mourinho will attempt to resurrect his managerial career with a new and exciting challenge at Roma. It's not every day that you see a coach becoming the main attraction at a football club, but such is the unique character and unparalleled charisma of the Special One, who will easily be one of the major stars of the Serie A season.

Napoli Having Trouble Finding a New Option at Left-Back

August 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli missed out on their main target for the left-back position. Emerson Palmieri officially joined Olympique Lyonnais on loan from Chelsea yesterday. The Partenopei are looking to bring in another player to compete with Mario Rui, but they might end up standing pat due to lack of funds.

Atalanta Keep Close Tabs on Sampdoria Midfielder

August 20, 2021 Akhil Fisher Atalanta, Sampdoria, Serie A

Atalanta are still on the hunt for a central midfielder with a move for AZ Alkmaar’s Teun Koopmeiners not seeming to materialize anytime soon.

Milan outcast Tiemoué Bakayoko has long been linked to an exit from Milan, and Galatasaray expressed some interest in signing him.

Milan in Advanced Talks with Chelsea to Bring Back Bakayoko

August 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

Milan have been eyeing multiple midfielders, but Tiemoué Bakayoko has always been high-placed on their shortlist. The Chelsea player is now very close to returning. The Italian club had a productive meeting with his agents yesterday. The parties are working on the formula for the transfer.

Sassuolo Hellbent on Keeping Star Forward

August 20, 2021 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Fiorentina, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A

Sassuolo ace forward Domenico Berardi has been linked to many top European clubs this season but club CEO Giovanni Carnevali has shrugged off any possible move for the 27-year-old.

Juventus Considering Surprising Sale to Make Room for Pjanic

August 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Juventus need to part ways with a midfielder to bring back Miralem Pjanic. While they would prefer to sell Aaron Ramsey, he has drawn limited interest. Therefore, they will listen to the offers for Weston McKennie, who could leave the club after just one season. He has suitors in the Premier League and Bundesliga.

Lazio Close in on Bordeaux Midfielder after Pedro Deal

August 20, 2021 Akhil Fisher Lazio, Serie A

Having signed ex-Chelsea ace Pedro, Lazio are eyeing Croatia midfielder Toma Basic to reinforce the central midfield, according to Quotidiano Nazionale.