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Juventus pursued Antonio Rudiger with vigor in previous months, but he is now on the brink of coming to terms with Real Madrid.

Juventus Ready to Battle It Out For Top-Class Premier League Defender

March 27, 2022 Marko Vrakela Chelsea, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus have joined the race to sign outgoing Chelsea centre-back Antonio Rudiger to replace retiring ace Giorgio Chiellini. According to The Sun, the Italians are ready to go head-to-head with a host of Europe's elite clubs to sign the German defender.

Juventus completed the signing of Leandro Paredes, which was followed by the exits of outcasts Arthur and Denis Zakaria, who joined Liverpool and Chelsea.

Roma Lining Up Summer Bid For PSG Midfielder

March 27, 2022 Marko Vrakela Paris Saint Germain, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Leandro Paredes could fall victim to Paris Saint-Germain's intent to clear their ranks in the summer following another underwhelming Champions League season. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport (via Paris Fans), the Argentine's former side Roma are assessing the prospect of re-signing the midfielder.

As it had become apparent for a while, Juventus will not activate their option to buy Alvaro Morata. He will head back to Atletico Madrid.

Barcelona Keen to Land Juventus Striker Next Summer

March 27, 2022 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Barcelona are reluctant to give up on their pursuit of Juventus striker Alvaro Morata despite a failed attempt to lure him back to Spain in January. According to TuttoJuve, the Catalan heavyweights are ready to open talks with the player's parent club Atletico Madrid if the Italians' bid to sign him permanently comes a cropper.

Inter plan to make Gianluca Scamacca their prestige signing of the 2022 summer and are continuing to work on Sassuolo’s flanks.

Milan Ready to Hijack Inter Interest in Up-and-Coming Serie A Striker

March 26, 2022 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Inter, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have been handed a sudden opportunity to swoop in and steal Sassuolo's Gianluca Scamacca despite Inter's long-standing interest. According to Sky Sport Italia (via MilanZone), the Nerazzurri are having second thoughts over their pursuit of the 23-year-old striker.

In the wake of the Azzurri's shocking defeat to North Macedonia, we take a look at the worst five losses ever suffered by Italy in their history

The Worst Five Losses in the History of Italian Football

March 26, 2022 Matteo Carnevale International Football, Italian Football, Italy, North Macedonia, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy’s defeat to North Macedonia could arguably make it to a list of the worst five losses suffered by the Azzurri in their more than centennial history. But, since the memory of it is still fresh (and painful!), we will leave it out of the count and take a look at the most shameful of Italy’s defeats aside from the Palermo disaster.

Inter in Pole Position to Sign Wantaway Juventus Ace

March 26, 2022 Marko Vrakela Inter, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Paulo Dybala's trophy-laden seven-year spell at Juventus is drawing to a close as the Argentine refused to pledge his future to Turin. According to the Daily Mail, reigning Serie A champions Inter are front-runners in the race to sign the left-footed forward on a free transfer in the summer.

Sassuolo CEO Giovanni Carnevali has revealed that a move could very well materialize in January, given Juventus put a proper offer on the table for Berardi.

Juventus Reignite Interest in Standout Sassuolo Forward

March 26, 2022 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus have reportedly reignited their interest in in-form Sassuolo winger Domenico Berardi as they ponder a squad overhaul in the summer. According to Fichajes (via JuveFC), the record-time Italian champions are plotting a summer swoop for the Italy international, who has enjoyed a stellar season at Mapei.

Inter Prepare Defensive Overhaul Involving De Vrij and Bremer

March 25, 2022 Akhil Fisher Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A, Torino

Torino club chief Urbano Cairo considers Bremer his most valuable player, and would not fail to find top clubs interested in him, including Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich.

Milan will likely onboard a pair of attackers in the summer, and they were mentioned as a potential destination Ismaila Sarr.

Milan and Liverpool Get Linked to Expensive Watford Forward

March 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Liverpool, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Milan will onboard a pair of attackers in the summer, and they were mentioned as a potential destination Ismaila Sarr. His agent stated that he would leave Watford in the summer, but a transfer to Rossoneri appears rather unlikely considering his lofty price tag.

Serie A Chief Rues North Macedonia Defeat: “Failure for Italian Football”

March 25, 2022 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

This is the first time that reigning European champions have failed to qualify for the World Cup since Greece (EURO 2004) failed to qualify for the 2006 World Cup held in Germany.

Gabriele Gravina, the president of the FA, wants Roberto Mancini to keep guiding Italy. However, he is preparing some alternatives if he stepped down.

World Cup Champion Frontrunner if Mancini Abandons Italy Job

March 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri, World Cup 2022, World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

Gabriele Gravina, the president of the FA, wants Roberto Mancini to keep guiding Italy. However, he is preparing some alternatives if the coach steps down. The manager will take a few days to mull over his decision. The Azzurri will face Turkey in a friendly in Konya Tuesday.

Jordan Veretout might leave Roma in the summer considering his demotion, but he will not join Napoli. His agent Mario Giuffredi openly admitted it.

Veretout Agent Rules Out Napoli Move, Roma Eye Substitute

March 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Jordan Veretout might leave Roma in the summer considering his demotion, but he will not join Napoli. His agent Mario Giuffredi openly admitted it: “They will not sign that kind of player. They already have experienced contributors in the role, and they prefer going after youngsters."