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Roma can’t put Andrea Belotti under contract until they sell one of their back-ups, and Nice and Galatasaray are trying to take advantage of that.

Napoli Eye Milan Target as Mertens Successor, Spurs Enter Transfer Race

March 28, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Atalanta, Inter, Inter Milan, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Torino, Transfer Market

The 28-year-old Granata striker has not been pinned down to a contract renewal deal by the club management and chief Urbano Cairo appears to have given up hope of retaining the club’s sixth-highest goalscorer in history.

Paul Pogba has been linked to a few sides, including Juventus, considering that his contract with Manchester United expires in just a few months.

Pogba Admits Hesitancy About His Future amid Juventus Buzz

March 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, PSG, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Paul Pogba has been linked to a few sides, including Juventus, since his contract with Manchester United expires in a few months. The midfield has yet to choose which route to take next: “Nothing has been decided about my future. I might do it tomorrow or when the transfer market opens."

Milan target Botman is one of the most talked-about defenders in the world, and now fellow French champions PSG are hot on his trail, along with Newcastle.

Milan and Newcastle Alarmed by West Ham Presence in Botman Saga

March 28, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Ligue 1, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Newcastle United target Sven Botman’s transfer saga has taken a twist with the emergence of a new suitor from England for the signature of the highly-rated center-back. The Lille defender has long been on the sights of the Milan management.

Milan are inching closer to Charles De Ketelaere with their latest €30M offer, but Bruges coach Carl Hoefkens prefers that he stays put at the club.

Lazio to Target Belgian Starlet if Milinkovic-Savic Departs

March 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Manchester United, PSG, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Lazio are preparing for a busy summer, where their plans will mostly hinge on the future of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, but they have earmarked a potential heir in Charles De Ketelaere. The Biancocelesti are likely to move forward with both Igli Tare and Maurizio Sarri despite the tension between them.

Bologna boss Motta has impressed more than most since he began his tenure in Emiglia-Romagna last year, with Italy icon Arrigo Sacchi one of his admirers.

Sacchi Names Two Most ‘European’ Teams in Serie A

March 28, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Atalanta, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Pioli propelled Milan back on the European stage this season, only to be knocked out of arguably the toughest Champions League group, but nonetheless finds him troops enroute the club’s first Scudetto since over a decade.

Roma signed Ainsley Maitland-Niles on loan from Arsenal in January to address their depth problems on the flanks, but he has not lived up to expectations.

Roma Misfit Maitland-Niles Set to Return to Premier League

March 27, 2022 Marko Vrakela Arsenal, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Arsenal loanee Ainsley Maitland-Niles will return to the Premier League in the summer after Roma decided against triggering his buy-out clause. As reported by the Daily Mirror, the versatile English star will end his short-term spell in Serie A at the end of the season.

Francesco Acerbi has once again come under fire, and his Lazio stay might be coming to an end. The center-back had a baffling blunder against Milan.

Inter Ready to Pounce for Under-Fire Lazio Center-Back

March 27, 2022 Marko Vrakela Inter, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Out-of-favour Lazio defender Francesco Acerbi could be on the verge of leaving the Stadio Olimpico after four years. According to Corriere dello Sport (via FCInterNews), the veteran defender's days are numbered following his altercation with the Biancocelesti ultras.

Milan Step Up Efforts to Renew Alessio Romagnoli Contract

March 27, 2022 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

A long-running saga involving Alessio Romagnoli's future at Milan is nearing its conclusion after the Rossoneri stepped up their efforts to renew his contract. According to SempreMilan, Stefano Pioli's men have made concrete steps to outbid Lazio and tie their long-serving captain down to a new deal.

A Familiar Downfall: How Mancini Replicated the Inevitable Blunder

March 27, 2022 Michel Sakr International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, World Cup 2022, World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

How is a coach supposed to drop a bunch of players who lent him a big serving hand in his greatest achievements? The answer is simple: "He doesn't". At least not until it's too late, and his past success has already consumed his future. In this regard, Roberto Mancini wasn't the first manager to commit the same sin, as he joins his loyalists in their great downfall.

Juventus Set Sights on Manchester City Forward to Partner Cristiano Ronaldo

Juventus Weighing Up Summer Move for Man City Forward

March 27, 2022 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Manchester City, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus have reportedly rekindled their interest in out-of-favour Manchester City forward Gabriel Jesus heading into the summer transfer window. As per TUTTOmercatoWEB, the Bianconeri are weighing up a €30m bid for the Brazilian star, who has found himself low in the pecking order at the Etihad.

Inter are eager to continue their pursuit in rebuilding the squad as they enter pole-position in possibly obtaining Gleison Bremer next season.

Inter To Give Up One Star Defender To Sign Bremer

March 27, 2022 Marko Vrakela Inter, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

Inter are reportedly ready to sacrifice one of their starting XI holders to make room for Torino's Gleison Bremer in the summer. According to TUTTOmercatoWEB, the Nerazzurri are desperate to sign one of the best Serie A defenders.

Milan center-back Simon Kjaer appeared against Sassuolo in his first competitive match for the Rossoneri since last year following a knee injury.

Milan Defender Delivers Update on Recovery From Long-Term Injury

March 27, 2022 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A

Milan centre-back Simon Kjaer has delivered an update on his long-term ACL injury. The Denmark international picked up a season-ending injury back in December. However, he insists he is 'very positive and happy.'