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Maurizio Sarri is wary of the threat Atletico Madrid are capable of producing, as the two sides prepare to meet in their maiden UCL head-to-head clash.

Sarri Examines Lazio UCL Return Ahead of Atletico Clash

September 19, 2023 Akhil Fisher Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Champions League, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Maurizio Sarri is wary of the threat Atletico Madrid are capable of producing, as the two sides prepare to meet in their maiden UCL head-to-head clash. "We have to get a result against Atletico. I don't know if this is the best time to face them."

Inter thought about Ciro Immobile in the early stages of the transfer market after the collapse of the negotiation to bring back Romelu Lukaku.

Coach Inzaghi Advised Inter to Go After Lazio Legend

September 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Inter thought about Ciro Immobile in the early stages of the transfer market after the collapse of the negotiation to bring back Romelu Lukaku. Simone Inzaghi wanted a proven goal poacher and suggested his old acquaintance, but Claudio Lotito asked for a high sum.

Ex-Milan sporting director Ricky Massara touched base with the Roma brass before the game against Empoli. He's a free agent.

Former Milan Executive Meets with Roma Higher-Ups

September 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Ex-Milan sporting director Ricky Massara touched base with the Roma brass before the game against Empoli. The official, who already worked in the Italian capital on separate occasions, is looking for a new team after being ousted by Milan. The reports differ depending on the source.

The Viola are understood to have changed their stance on Kouamé, with Rocco Commisso ready to remove him from the transfer market.

Fiorentina Set to Remove Kouamé Off Market Amid Renewal Talk

September 19, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

His contract in Firenze expires at the end of the current season, and the Viola are understood to have changed their stance on Kouamé, with Rocco Commisso ready to remove him from the transfer market. Vincenzo Italiano is said to have increased his confidence in Kouamé this season.

Juventus and Chelsea negotiated a swap between Dusan Vlahovic and Romelu Lukaku for a couple of weeks during the summer, but it didn't happen.

Chelsea and Pochettino Voted Against Signing Vlahovic

September 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Juventus and Chelsea negotiated a swap between Dusan Vlahovic and Romelu Lukaku for a couple of weeks during the summer. It ultimately didn’t come to fruition. The Blues were reluctant to meet the counterparty’s request. Technical reservations about the Serb led to the demise of the proposed deal.

Henrikh Mkhitaryan dominated in the Derby, scoring twice and dishing an assist, and has held on the starting job in the early going.

Inter in Advanced Talks to Prolong Contract of Veteran

September 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Henrikh Mkhitaryan dominated in the Derby, scoring twice and dishing an assist, and has held on the starting job in the early going despite their new pieces in the midfield, primarily Davide Frattesi. He’s a trusted lieutenant of Simone Inzaghi and a true coach on the pitch thanks to his savviness.

Powerlessness. As Sandro Tonali prepares to pack his bags and board a plane to Newcaste , that’s the feeling most calcio lovers are left with

Emotional Tonali Previews San Siro Return with Newcastle

September 19, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Champions League, Italian Football, Newcastle United, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Sandro Tonali returns to Milan for the first time since moving away from the Rossoneri, as Newcastle United prepare to visit San Siro in the UEFA Champions League Group F opener: "I feel strong emotions because Milan is the team I support and gave me the opportunity to grow."

Atalanta bested a few Serie A contenders to acquire Gianluca Scamacca from West Ham last summer. He commenced with a bang.

Atalanta More Assertive than Rivals in Scamacca Deal

September 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, West Ham Leave a comment

Atalanta bested a few Serie A contenders to acquire Gianluca Scamacca from West Ham last summer. He commenced with a bang by bagging a brace versus Monza in the penultimate round. He was also on Inter and Milan’s radar. He's expected to miss time with an injury, though.

Federico Gatti supplanted Alex Sandro after being unused in the first two matches and showed well against Empoli and Lazio.

Juventus Ready to Shake Hands with Budding Defender

September 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Federico Gatti supplanted Alex Sandro after being unused in the first two matches and showed well against Empoli and Lazio. He’s already tied to the team for a few more years. Though, the management wants to reward him with a new contract, The talks shouldn't be challenging.

Sneijder, who lifted the treble with Inter under Mourinho, believes the current side has ability to match what the Nerazzurri achieved 13 years ago.

Wesley Sneijder Unsurprised at Inter Growth Under Inzaghi

September 19, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Wesley Sneijder, who lifted the treble with Inter under Jose Mourinho, believes the current side has ability to match what the Nerazzurri achieved more than a decade ago. The Dutch icon thinks Inter would have been deserved winners if they edged Manchester City in last season’s UEFA Champions League final.

Napoli should finally field their new rearguard in Wednesday’s Champions League clash with Sporting Braga. Natan was slated to debut against Genoa.

Napoli Finally Ready to Unveil Their New-Look Defense

September 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Champions League, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Napoli should field their new rearguard in Wednesday’s Champions League clash with Sporting Braga. Natan was slated to debut against Genoa. However, Amir Rrahmani couldn’t play due to muscle fatigue, and Rudi Garcia preferred to shelve the youngster too. Leo Ostigard and Juan Jesus got the nod.

Gianluigi Buffon is coming off his first turn as the Italy’s head of the delegation and team manager. He spoke about the recent experience and more.

Buffon Talks New Italy Role, Juventus, and Title Race

September 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri Leave a comment

Gianluigi Buffon is coming off his first turn as the Italy’s head of the delegation and team manager. He spoke about the recent experience and more in an interview: "“It was very nice. I was welcomed very well by the president, the officials, the gaffer, and his staff."