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Inter and Lautaro Martinez Closing In On New Deal

April 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Inter Milan, Serie A

Inter Milan and Lautaro Martinez have reportedly reached an agreement over a contract extension. Renowned Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio has confirmed the Argentine will pen a new deal at the Giuseppe Meazza when president Steven Zhang returns to Italy.

Serie A Round 30: Fiorentina – Atalanta Match Preview

April 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela Atalanta, Fiorentina, Serie A

Sunday's Serie A action concludes at the Stadio Artemio Franchi as Fiorentina and Atalanta go head-to-head in an exciting match-up. After claiming a comfortable 3-0 win in Bergamo in the reverse fixture, La Dea will be looking to secure a top-flight double over La Viola for the first time since the 1992-93 campaign.

On Sunday afternoon at the Allianz Stadium, Juventus hosted Genoa, who were unbeaten in their last three Serie A outings prior to the trip to Turin

Juventus Boost Their Top Four Hopes With Win Over Genoa

April 11, 2021 Paulius Kundzelevicius Genoa, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

On Sunday afternoon at the Allianz Stadium, the Old Lady hosted Genoa, who were unbeaten in their last three Serie A outings prior to the trip to Turin. The defending champions claimed their second win in five days after another impressive attacking display that saw them put three past Genoa.

Inter gave an assured performance against Cagliari at the Giuseppe Meazza to register their 9th win on the trot thanks to a Matteo Darmian lone goal

Inter Maintain Solid Serie A Lead Thanks to Matteo Darmian Winner

April 11, 2021 Awais Khan Cagliari, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

Antonio Conte's men have a firm grip on the Scudetto. Milan had reduced their lead at the top to eight points on Saturday but the Nerazzurri gave an assured performance against Cagliari at the Giuseppe Meazza to register their 9th win on the trot thanks to a Matteo Darmian lone goal.

Serie A Round 30: Juventus – Genoa Match Preview

April 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela Genoa, Juventus, Serie A

Juventus will be looking to build on a 2-1 home triumph over Napoli in midweek when they lock horns with Genoa on Sunday afternoon. The two sides have had identical returns from their last two Serie A fixtures (win and draw).

Paolo Maldini Confirms Ibrahimovic Will Likely Extend His Contract

April 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is on the verge of signing a contract extension at AC Milan, says club technical director Paolo Maldini. According to The News, the 52-year-old has confirmed that only the final details are missing before the Swede put pen to paper on a new season-long deal.

Serie A Round 30: Spezia - Crotone - Match Recap

Crotone Succumb to Spezia Late Comeback in Relegation Six-Pointer

April 10, 2021 Marko Vrakela Crotone, Serie A, Spezia

Crotone found themselves on the receiving end of Spezia's second-half brilliance, succumbing to a 3-2 defeat at the Stadio Alberto Picco on Saturday afternoon. Despite trailing at half-time, the hosts staged a breathtaking second-half comeback to prevail in this bottom-half-of-the-table Serie A clash.

Rafael Leao and Roberto D’Aversa React to Milan Win Over Parma

April 10, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Parma, Serie A

Milan secured all-important three points in a tough Saturday encounter with Parma at the Stadio Ennio Tardini to move a step closer to returning to the Champions League. The Rossoneri have extended their lead on fifth-placed Napoli to seven points, although the Partenopei have a game in hand.

Serie A Round 30: Inter – Cagliari Match Preview

April 10, 2021 Marko Vrakela Cagliari, Inter Milan, Serie A

Inter play host to relegation-threatened Cagliari at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on Sunday early afternoon. The Nerazzurri are on the brink of ending an 11-year Serie A title wait as the season approaches the crunch period.

Milan Cruise Past Parma Despite Zlatan Ibrahimovic Send Off

April 10, 2021 Matteo Carnevale AC Milan, Italian Football, Parma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

Milan took all the three points on offer but suffered a bit more than expected against Parma on Saturday night. Stefano Pioli's side took a double lead with Ante Rebic and Frank Kessié, before seeing Zlatan Ibrahimovic picking up a red card and the Gialloblu pulling one back to keep the match outcome uncertain until the end.

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Carlo Ancelotti Set His Sights On Kalidou Koulibaly

April 10, 2021 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A

Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti will go all-out for in-demand Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly as he looks to revamp his defensive options in the summer. As reported by TUTTOmercatoWEB, the Senegalese centre-back wants a new challenge elsewhere, with the Toffees ready to fulfill his desire.

Five Players to Watch in Serie A Round 30 – Stars Return for Juventus and Milan

April 10, 2021 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

Although round 30 won't feature any major Serie A fixtures, nothing would suggest that the excitement won't be present at table. With the campaign entering its final stages, everyone has their own reason to deliver their best football before its too late. Let's take a look at five players to keep a close eye on during this Calcio weekend.