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Simone Inzaghi was about to get a contract extension just a couple of weeks ago, but the poor run of form by Inter has cast a shadow on him.

How Will Inter Line-Up With Inzaghi This Season?

August 16, 2021 Michel Sakr Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Simone Inzaghi is facing an uphill battle to keep the trophy at Inter whilst being in charged of a financially struggling club that deprived him from two world class players. So how should we expect the newly-appointed manager to line-up his team for next season?

Inter Place Real Madrid’s Luka Jovic Among Secondary Objectives

August 16, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Luka Jovic is not on the verge of moving to Inter, as some buzz from his home country indicates. But he is a viable alternative in case the Nerazzurri struck out on their main targets. CEO Giuseppe Marotta is prioritizing players already familiar with Serie A. The Nerazzurri might target him late in the window.

Stefano Pioli complimented his team for the Derby comeback: “We never stopped believing. The game was more balanced than people think."

Milan Ready to Tweak Their Scheme if They Did Not Get a New No.10

August 16, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have been trying to acquire a new attacking midfielder ever since Hakan Calhanoglu bolted. Their attempts have been in vain thus far, and Brahim Diaz is currently the only option for the role. For such reason, coach Stefano Pioli could open the season with a slightly different tactic than usual.

Fiorentina Wingback Closes in on Marseille Return

August 16, 2021 Akhil Fisher Fiorentina, Marseille, Serie A

Olympique de Marseille are closing in on a deal to get Fiorentina's Pol Lirola back after loaning him for the second half of the previous season.

Lazio Have to Surmount Few Obstacles to Sign Coutinho from Barcelona

August 16, 2021 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Philippe Coutinho is a difficult target for Lazio, but not an impossible one. The help could come directly from Barcelona, which are desperately trying to move him. They have some chances to land him late in the window if few situations went in their favor. In the meantime, they are eyeing some alternatives on the wings.

Sampdoria Lure Golden Talent of Ukraine

August 16, 2021 Akhil Fisher Sampdoria, Serie A, Ukraine

According to Sportitalia, Sampdoria have closed the deal for a highly-rated Ukrainian talent from Dynamo Kyiv, who shone at the 2019 FIFA U20 World Cup.

Tottenham Eye Cagliari Wantaway, Leeds United Back in the Race

August 16, 2021 Enrico Passarella Cagliari, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Leeds United, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Nahitan Nandez was left at the altar by Inter, which preferred Denzel Dumfries on the right flank. The Uruguayan international has been openly demanding to leave Cagliari for quite some time. Tottenham have inquired about him over the weekend and Leeds United have remained after him after showing interest early.

Vlahovic Steals Show Again As Fiorentina Beat Lazio

Fiorentina List Four Potential Vlahovic Replacements

August 16, 2021 Akhil Fisher Fiorentina, Inter, Inter Milan, Sassuolo, Serie A, Torino

Fiorentina are on the brink of possibly losing their star striker in Vlahovic after the Serbian lured the eyes of Inter, Tottenham and Atletico.

Inter Prioritizing Duvan Zapata over Other Targets to Shore Up Frontline

August 16, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter are plotting to add another striker on top of Edin Dzeko to compensate for Romelu Lukaku’s departure. Their top option is Duvan Zapata, but it will not be easy to sign him. The player is keen on the move as he sees it as a step forward in his career. He has already agreed to personal terms.

Juventus Ponder Offloading Promising Defender for Cagliari Starlet

August 16, 2021 Akhil Fisher Cagliari, Juventus, Serie A

The Bianconeri’s main targets remain the onboarding of Locatelli, the contract renewal of Dybala, and to determine the futures of Pjanic & Ramsey.

Edin Dzeko Sends Message to Inter Fans After Completing His Move from Roma

August 15, 2021 Marko Vrakela Inter Milan, Serie A

Inter's latest acquisition Edin Dzeko has shared his excitement about the new challenge after making an unofficial debut for the Nerazzurri. The Bosnia & Herzegovina captain took to Twitter to express his delight about joining the reigning Serie A champions.

Napoli to Target Juventus’ Defender if Kostas Manolas Leaves for Olympiacos

August 15, 2021 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli could turn towards Juventus' defender Daniele Rugani if Kostas Manolas joins Olympiacos by the end of the summer. As reported by Corriere dello Sport, Luciano Spalletti has identified the Italian centre-back as his first-choice defensive target.