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President Aurelio De Laurentiis is inevitably delighted with the early success of his new-look Napoli, which are thriving following a busy summer.

De Laurentiis Gloats for Success of Revamped Napoli

September 21, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

President Aurelio De Laurentiis is inevitably delighted with the early strong showings of his new-look Napoli. Despite a host of meaningful departures, the Partenopei have replenished their roster with young stars and are currently top of the table alongside Atalanta after taking down Milan: "The facts speak or themselves."

Massimiliano Allegri commented on what comes with coaching Juventus a few hours after the reports about a potential early departure.

Juventus Concerned with Hefty Cost of Coaching Change

September 20, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Juventus president Andrea Agnelli called Massimiliano Allegri while the coach was spending time in his hometown Livorno before the training sessions resume. The chairman offered his support for the embattled boss. It was a further signal that the management isn’t considering sacking him for now,

Angel Di Maria commented on the entertaining draw with Atalanta and what’s going on at Juventus: "We collected an important point."

Di Maria Suspended for Two Games, Theo Hernandez Hurt

September 20, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Angel Di Maria received a multi-match suspension following his red card against Monza. However, the sports judge wasn’t overly severe. He was at risk of being disciplined for three tilts if his actions were deemed violent conduct. Theo Hernandez was diagnosed with a thigh strain after getting hurt in the past game.

Bayern Munich are seeking a goalie due to Manuel Neuer’s precarious health and have Mike Maignan on their radar for the position.

Milan Defense Unusually Unstable to Open the Season

September 20, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Milan leaned heavily on their defense on their way to their 19th Scudetto last season. Instead, it has displayed surprising creaks so far, even though its members are the same. The Rossoneri have kept just two clean sheets in nine matches and none in September.

Simone Inzaghi took the opportunity to address the recent criticism and rumors about his future after advancing to the Champions League’s quarter-finals.

Inzaghi Searching for Recipe for Solve Inter Issues

September 20, 2022 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Simone Inzaghi has come under fire after Inter picked up their fourth seasonal loss against Udinese. While it’s natural for the coach to face scrutiny in these situations, his connection with the management remains tight and he will be given ample time to try turning things around.

Juan Musso and Rick Karsdorp had surgeries Monday to address their severe injuries and will have to sit out multiple fixtures.

Atalanta and Roma Lose Starters for Multiple Weeks

September 20, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Atalanta and Roma might have to cope without two regulars for the whole string of games coming up before the World Cup. Juan Musso and Rick Karsdorp both had surgery to address their injuries Monday. The Argentinian goalkeeper sustained compound orbital and jaw fractures, the Dutchman a meniscus tear.

Ciro Immobile seriously considered quitting the Azzurri, but Roberto Mancini talked him into continuing contributing to the national team.

Mancini Convinced Immobile to Keep Playing with Italy

September 20, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, The Azzurri

Ciro Immobile seriously considered quitting the Azzurri after the missed qualification to the World Cup, but Roberto Mancini talked him into continuing contributing to the national team: "You contemplate a lot of things when you experience big disappointments like that one. Then things changed after I spoke with the coach."

José Mourinho returned to Italy Sunday night ahead of the start of the Roma pre-season and decided not to voice his opinion on the transfer market.

Tops and Flops of Serie A Round 7: Disgraceful Juventus, Vintage Mourinho

September 19, 2022 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Tactical Trends, Udinese

Serie A went out with bang this weekend. Top clashes, back-and-forth action, shocking results and historic occasions all culminating in an unimaginable league standings. So we'll try to wrap up some of the most interesting events of the weekend in our Tops and Flops from Serie A Round 7.

Serie A has gotten a sizeable offer from Saudi Arabia to host the Supercoppa for the next six years. The counterpart demanded a format change.

Serie A Receives Large Proposal to Modify Supercoppa

September 19, 2022 Enrico Passarella Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Super Cup

Serie A has gotten a sizeable offer from Saudi Arabia to host the Supercoppa for the next six years. The counterpart demanded a format change to make it to a final four. Inter and Milan will square off in Riyad on January 18th. It will be the third edition in such country.

FIGC is closing in on the appointment of Luciano Spalletti, and more details have emerged about the abrupt separation with Roberto Mancini.

Mancini Explains Italy Squad for Nations League Games

September 19, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Napoli, Nations League, PSG, Roma, Serie A

Italy will try to mount a comeback, or least avoid relegation, in the next two Nations League matches against England and Hungary. They are in third place, two points behind the Magyars and one behind Germany. Instead, the Three Lions have picked up just two draws so far.

With Inter set to face Fiorentina Saturday evening, the Nerazzurri midfield-ace Marcelo Brozovic as risk of missing the clash with La Viola.

Clash Between Inter and Roma Loses Pair of Protagonists

September 19, 2022 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Inter and Roma won’t have at least a couple of their main characters as they lock horns on October 1st. Marcelo Brozovic is the first Serie A player to earn a suspension for yellow-card accumulation. José Mourinho won’t be on the bench after getting expelled for protesting too vehemently versus Atalanta.

Despite their sides' poor showings to start the season, Massimiliano Allegri and Simone Inzaghi will be at the helm of Juventus and Inter after the break.

Allegri and Inzaghi to Keep Jobs but Face More Pressure

September 19, 2022 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Despite their sides' poor showings to start the season, Massimiliano Allegri and Simone Inzaghi will be at the helm of Juventus and Inter after the break. There will be no immediate changes, but the two clubs are starting to entertain such possibility. The respective managements will fully take stock in mid-November.