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From The Scouting App: Analysis of Barcelona Young Starlet Pedri

June 1, 2021 Akhil Fisher Barcelona, Liga, Serie A, The Scouting App

At the age of 18, Spanish youngster Pedri has turned into a permanent fixture in the center of the pitch for Barcelona. He is an intelligent player for his age, capable of holding and conducting play in midfield under Ronald Koeman’s guidance.

Eden Hazard Expects to Be Ready for Euro after Injury-Riddled Season

June 1, 2021 Enrico Passarella Belgium, Euro 2020, Manchester City, Real Madrid

Eden Hazard believes he will recover by the start of Euro 2020. The Real Madrid star missed the final part of the season with a thigh problem. He played just 21 matches in the 2020/21 campaign because of multiple injuries. He also voiced his support for Kevin De Bruyne and commented on the return of Thierry Henry as an assistant while speaking in a presser from the Belgian camp.

Euro 2004 could be regarded as one of the most exciting edition of the European Championship ever, given Greece's incredible victory

The History of The UEFA Euro: 2004, “Boring” Greece Stun Europe

June 1, 2021 Paulius Kundzelevicius Czech Republic, Euro 2020, Euro Cup History, France, Greece, Portugal, Serie A

In its purest form, the 2004 European Championship in Portugal is considered one of the dullest and least entertaining major football tournaments in history; however, a broader perspective suggests that Euro 2004 could simultaneously be regarded as one of the most exciting ever, given Greece's incredible victory and the story behind it.

The Top 10 Craziest Serie A Matches from the 2020-21 Season

June 1, 2021 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Tactical Trends

Italian football never fails to deliver the madness throughout the season. And yet, the 2020/21 campaign might have outdid itself, delivering some of the most thrilling and bizarre clashes, including some jaw-dropping moments. From goal-fiascos, to late winners and all the way through controversy, let's take a look at the Top 10 craziest Serie A matches of the season.

Lazio Zeroing In on Maurizio Sarri After Juventus Move on Contract

June 1, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

Lazio are going all-in on Maurizio Sarri to replace Simone Inzaghi on the bench. As expected, Juventus did not pick up the third-year option included in the previous contract of their former boss and paid a penalty instead. Director Igli Tare met the gaffer personally yesterday and president Claudio Lotito is poised to do the same later in the week to close the deal. The coach showed appreciation for the roster.

Manuel Locatelli Is Juventus Top Target, But They Need to Act Quickly

June 1, 2021 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Juventus will add at least one midfielder in the summer, and their main priority is Manuel Locatelli. The coaching change has not affected their plans, as they have been after the Sassuolo player for over a year. The Bianconeri brass will have a summit later this week to lay out the transfer market plans. Massimiliano Allegri already informed the management that he wants a pure playmaker.

José Mourinho Contacted Gianluigi Donnarumma to Talk Him into Roma

June 1, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Gianluigi Donnarumma will be without a team in a month and Roma tried to join the race to sign him for free. José Mourinho personally called him to ask if he would be willing to join Roma. The goalkeeper answered that his future is in the hands of Mino Raiola. Barcelona and Juventus are seen as more likely destinations at this stage, but they already have quality starters on the roster.

Heroic Azzurrini Lose Extra Time Battle Against Portugal U-21

May 31, 2021 Matteo Carnevale Italian Football, Italy, The Azzurri, Under 21, Under 21 European Championship

Italy U-21's adventure in the European Championship is over as the Azzurrini succumbed 3-5 to Portugal in their Quarter Finals match. But the Azzurrini did fight for their life, coming back from a two-goal deficit and taking the Portuguese to the extra time, where they had one man sent off and eventually conceded two goals.

Atalanta Owner Takes Three Coveted Attackers Off the Transfer Market

May 31, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Atalanta do not want to break up their front-line in the upcoming window. Therefore, they are set to reject the offers for Duvan Zapata, Luis Muriel, and Ruslan Malinovskyi. President Antonio Percassi weighed in on multiple topics in an interview but did not mention Robin Gosens among the untouchable players. He was more tentative on the future of Josip Ilicic and Pierluigi Gollini.

Milan Eyeing Bologna Up-and-Comer Alongside Multiple Serie A Clubs

May 31, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Milan are among the Serie A teams eyeing Bologna midfielder Jerdy Schouten. The 24-year-old pivot fits the profile of the prospective signings the Rossoneri will attempt to bring in this summer. Atalanta, which seek an alternative to Marten De Roon, and Napoli are also interested in the Dutchman. His price tag is around €18M and his future could be connected to Sinisa Mihajlovic.

Which Serie A Club Made the Best Manager Change So Far?

May 31, 2021 Michel Sakr Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Tactical Trends

Describing the past week as a crazy one would be a major understatement. As soon as the campaign ended, the game of musical chairs began, and most of the major Serie A clubs took part in it. Besides Milan and Atalanta, the big boys in Italy will have new (or perhaps returning) managers sitting on their benches next August.

Chelsea Targeting Romelu Lukaku but Inter Will Put Up Major Resistance

May 31, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Chelsea will try to add a world-class striker in the summer and have inserted Romelu Lukaku in their wish list. The Blues are among the clubs interested in Harry Kane and Erling Haaland but face major difficulties in those deals. The return of the Belgian international could be more attainable because of Inter’s economic troubles, but the Nerazzurri do not want to sell the star striker.