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Roma made some moves on the wings in the summer, but they haven’t panned out yet, and they have shortlisted Oscar Mingueza to shore up the right one.

Roma Set Sights on Barcelona Product to Fix Right Flank

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Roma made some moves on the wings in the summer, but they haven’t panned out yet, and they have shortlisted Oscar Mingueza to shore up the right one in January. He has a €20M release club, but his contract only lasts until 2026.

Danilo has lost the starting job at Juventus following the coaching change from Massimiliano Allegri to Thiago Motta, and the team’s new tactic.

Brazil Coach Backs Danilo After Demotion at Juventus

October 16, 2024 Enrico Passarella Brazil, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Danilo has lost the starting job at Juventus following the coaching change from Massimiliano Allegri to Thiago Motta, and the team’s related tactical evolution. On the other hand, he has continued to play routinely for Brazil.

Juventus feared to have lost another midfielder for a few games, but that’s not the case. Weston McKennie got banged up during his time with the USMNT.

Juventus and Milan Avoid More Substantial Injury Woes

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Juventus feared to have lost another midfielder for a few games, but that’s not the case. Weston McKennie got banged up during his time with the USMNT, but he’s dealing with simple muscle fatigue. Teun Koopmeiners remains a long-shot.

Valentin Carboni suffering an ACL tear impacts the immediate and future plans of both Olympique Marseille and Inter. He might return early.

Talent Getting Hurt Affects Future Strategy for Inter

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Valentin Carboni suffering an ACL tear impacts the immediate and future plans of both Olympique Marseille and Inter. The two sides are discussing an early termination of the loan so he could rehab in Milan. He might have stayed in France permanently.

Mario Balotelli won’t sign for Torino, which will wait until January to replace Duvan Zapata, but is instead close to Genoa.

Genoa in Talks with Balotelli but There’s a Catch

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Mario Balotelli won’t sign for Torino, which will wait until January to replace Duvan Zapata, but is instead close to Genoa. However, the outcome of the negotiation will hinge on the result of their next game due to Gilardino's uncertain future.

Juventus will have to be busier than anticipated in January due to a pair of big injuries, but they won’t have a lot to spend.

Juventus Will Need Creativity to Bolster Team in January

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Juventus will have to be busier than anticipated in January due to a pair of big injuries, but they won’t have a lot to spend. Despite that, the Bianconeri would like to sign players who will be in for the long haul.

Agent Federico Pastorello will have his hands full in January and next summer as a few of his clients might transfer or need to get their contracts renewed.

Agent Spills the Beans on Meret, Arthur, and Inter Pair

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Agent Federico Pastorello will have his hands full in January and next summer as a few of his clients might transfer or need to get their contracts renewed. He addressed some of them: “I had some contacts with Napoli concerning Alex Meret’s extension."

Leandro Paredes has been an afterthought at the beginning of the season, and his spell at Roma could end in January, as a move to Boca Juniors is looming.

Roma Veteran Inching Closer to Boca Juniors Comeback

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Leandro Paredes has been an afterthought at the beginning of the season, and his spell at Roma could end in January, as a move to Boca Juniors is looming. The midfielder has been vocal about his intention to eventually return.

Paul Pogba played coy and didn’t rule out any possibility in his first interview since the CAS cut down his suspension from 4 years to 18 months.

Pogba Comments on His Future Following Ban Reduction

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Paul Pogba played coy and didn’t rule out any possibility in his first interview since the CAS cut down his suspension from 4 years to 18 months, which means that he’ll be able to play again in March.

Milan are interested in Franco Mastantuono, who has a host of suitors in Europe, and will try to bring him to Italy until another team lures him away.

Milan After Explosive Starlet Linked to Real Madrid

October 15, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Real Madrid, River Plate, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market One comment

Milan are interested in Franco Mastantuono, who has a host of suitors in Europe, and will try to bring him to Italy until another team lures him away from River Plate. The Rossoneri are trying to move early. The talent will turn 18 in August 2025.

Thiago Motta and Joshua Zirkzee have a special connection, and the boss would be delighted if the striker followed him to Juventus.

Di Canio Urges Juventus to loan Man United Striker, Defends Ex Aston Villa Star

October 15, 2024 Michel Sakr Aston Villa, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, Serie A Leave a comment

Former Italian striker Paolo Di Canio believes Juventus would do well to snap up the services of Manchester United's Joshua Zirkzee. The 23-year-old rose to prominence during his time at Bologna, and there were rumors linking him with the Bianconeri last summer, especially following the appointment of his mentor Thiago Motta.

Even though Maurizio Sarri threatened to quit following the loss against Salernitana, it doesn’t look like there’ll be quick changes on the Lazio bench.

Scaloni Explains Why Inter Captain Lautaro Martinez Should be the Favorite for Ballon d’Or

October 15, 2024 Michel Sakr Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A Leave a comment

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni insists Inter captain Lautaro Martinez should be the front-runner to win the Ballon d'Or this year.