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Simone Inzaghi addressed the upcoming Coppa Italia clash against Roma: “This competition is a very important objective for us."

Inter Unveil Simone Inzaghi: “We Will Do Everything to Defend the Title”

July 7, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Simone Inzaghi held his first presser as Inter coach today, providing insight on his ideas. “I am enthusiastic and very motivated. It is surely a great challenge. We will do everything in our power to defend the Scudetto. Moreover, we want to do better in Champions League. I was informed beforehand about the departure of Achraf Hakimi, while our other center-pieces will stay put. I like Hakan Calhanoglu and Stefano Sensi a lot."

Four Players That Roma Should Add to Mourinho’s Squad This Summer

July 7, 2021 Michel Sakr Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Mourinho will try to reignite his career in the eternal city. Nonetheless, those who know the fiery atmosphere around the club would tell you that it won't be an easy task at all for the Special one, who will need the management's utmost support. So let's have a look at four players that Roma need to buy in this summer transfer market.

Mikkel Damsgaard Player Analysis Powered by The Scouting App

July 7, 2021 Akhil Fisher Denmark, Euro 2020, Italian Football, Sampdoria, Serie A, The Scouting App, Uncategorized

Mikkel Damsgaard is one of the talents who is putting himself in the spotlight at Euro 2020. He is owned by Sampdoria, who found him among the ranks of Nordsjaelland of Denmark, a renowned forge of scouting and talents.

Denmark Take on England, “Coming Home? They Have Only Won Once”

July 7, 2021 Enrico Passarella Denmark, England, Euro 2020

Denmark will be underdogs in today’s semi final versus England but are very determined to overcome the odds. Schmeichel sneered: "Is football coming home? I do not know. It seems to me that they only won in the ‘66 World Cup." Norgaard is ready for the challenge of playing at Wembley Stadium: "60k supporters will cheer against us and we will do anything to silence them.” Coach Hjulmand: "The pressure is on the Three Lions."

Barcelona midfielder Miralem Pjanic has come forward with interesting remarks, wherein he spoke on a plethora of topics including Dybala and Chiellini.

Juventus Not Very Keen on Barcelona Misfit, Tottenham Frontrunners

July 7, 2021 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Juventus, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Miralem Pjanic could leave Barcelona at favorable conditions, but Juventus have other priorities. The Blaugrana offered the Bosnian midfielder to terminate his contract to reduce their payroll. The 31-year-old turned down the proposal, but he is still likely to depart. Tottenham, now guided by Fabio Paratici, are reportedly in the lead. Manchester United and Inter have also shown interest, while the Bianconeri vastly prefer Locatelli.

Tadic Not Moving to Milan, Difficulties Arise Also for Sampdoria Starlet

July 7, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Ajax, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan needed Dusan Tadic to come forward and ask to leave to have some chances to acquire him. Instead, the player went in the opposite direction, saying that he would stay put: “Ajax has always been my dream club." Moreover, Sampdoria are not keen on selling Mikkel Damsgaard during this transfer market window. President Massimo Ferrero stated: "He is not for sale this summer unless we get an offer that really excites us."

Italy – Spain Player Ratings: Chiesa, The King of Wembley

July 6, 2021 Michel Sakr Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy, Player Ratings, Serie A, Spain

Alvaro Morata, came off the bench to score a late equalizer and take the match into extra-time, before turning from hero to zero by missing in the shootouts, allowing Jorginho to score the decisive spot kick. So here are our players ratings for the Italy players following their dramatic victory over Spain in the semi finals.

To the Final, Azzurri! Penalty Shootout Lottery Favors Italy Over Spain

July 6, 2021 Matteo Carnevale Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Spain, The Azzurri

To the Final, Azzurri! Italy defeated their Spanish nemesis on penalties to reach the last act of the European Championship for the second time in the last three editions. It was a tough battle at Wembley, where Roberto Mancini and his boys were seriously tested by Spain but were ultimately favored by the shootout lottery.

OFFICIAL: Achraf Hakimi Leaves Inter to Move to PSG on Lucrative Deal

July 6, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Achraf Hakimi has officially departed from Inter to join PSG, completing a move that has been in the works for weeks. The Moroccan ace bolts from Serie A after just one season. The Nerazzurri will collect a €60M fee, plus €8M easily attainable bonuses and €3M harder ones. He tallied 7 goals and 11 assists in 45 matches across all competitions in the past campaign, become a strong suit of Antonio Conte's formation.

Milan Need to Step Up in Extension Talks to Avoid Losing Another Star

July 6, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have another thorny negotiation on their hands as the talks with Frank Kessie have progressed slowly thus far. The Rossoneri do not want a repeat of what happened with Hakan Calhanoglu and Gianluigi Donnarumma. However, they will need to raise their offer to reach an agreement. The Ivorian midfielder is currently making €2.2M. Milan offered to nearly double his current salary, but he asked for €6M per year.

Eric Garcia Wary of “Star-Less” Italy: “Their Group Is the Biggest Threat”

July 6, 2021 Enrico Passarella Euro 2020, Italy, Spal

Spain defender Eric Garcia gave an interview ahead of the clash with Italy: “Their group is the biggest threat. They are playing very proactive football, like ours. We will have to be careful because, even though they have no stars, they are all very good, which makes them dangerous. They are pretty experienced and played in these moments before. It will be special to play against two legends like Leonardo Bonucci and Giorgio Chiellini."

Italy Vs. Spain: Our Picks For Mancini’s Five Selection Headaches

July 6, 2021 Michel Sakr Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Spain

Roberto Mancini has now led the team towards its 15th win in a row, and they remain undefeated in their last 32 matches. However, this isn't to say that the Italy manager hasn't been facing some selection headaches throughout the tournament, and he'll have some tough decision to make yet again, when he takes on Spain in the semi finals of Euro 2020.