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Juventus will have to sort out several renewals soon. The talks with Weston McKennie and Federico Chiesa are urgent since their contracts are up in 2025.

McKennie Favors Juventus Stay, Exec Hopeful on Top Star

May 6, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Juventus will have to sort out several renewals early in the summer, and the talks with Weston McKennie and Federico Chiesa are urgent since their contracts are up in 2025. The UMSNT representative made his intentions known talking to the press.

As has been apparent for months given his very limited role, Roma won’t keep Renato Sanches permanently following an injury-riddled loan spell from PSG.

Roma to Move On from PSG Bust, Assess Other Loanees

May 6, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Juventus, Leeds United, Ligue 1, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

As has been apparent for months given his very limited role, Roma won’t keep Renato Sanches permanently following an injury-riddled loan spell from PSG. They would have had to pay €15M to do so. He has collected just 12 appearances.

Lautaro Martinez and Inter have been negotiating a renewal for multiple months and, despite the mutual will, the agreement hasn’t arrived yet.

Lautaro Martinez Confirms His Commitment to Inter

May 6, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Lautaro Martinez and Inter have been negotiating a renewal for multiple months and, despite the mutual will to stick together, the agreement hasn’t arrived yet. The player addressed the situation on a TV show: “I’ve been treated in a special way since I joined."

Federico Chiesa has scored just once in the last two months, and the concerns about his Juventus future are beginning to intensify for a few reasons

Juventus Player Ratings vs Roma: Explosive Chiesa Shines in Entertaining Draw

May 5, 2024 Michel Sakr Italian Football, Juventus, Player Ratings, Roma, Serie A Leave a comment

The hosts took the lead after 15 minutes when Romelu Lukaku pounced on the rebound, but Gleison Bremer restored parity at the half-hour mark. So here are our player ratings for Juventus who registered their fourth draw in a row after sharing the spoils with Roma in the Italian capital.

Serie A Spotlight: Sassuolo Achieve Unthinkable, Milan Denied Again & More

May 5, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Inter, Juventus, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A Leave a comment

Unlike last weekend, the incomplete Serie A Gameweek 35 didn’t lack goals, let alone the drama and unfathomable outcomes. From Sassuolo’s heroics against Inter to goalkeepers’ miraculous saves at the Stadio Olimpico, we walk you through the best moments.

Mile Svilar has been impressive since becoming the Roma starter. Despite the club’s intention to rely on him, a couple of problems stand in the way.

Roma Player Ratings vs Juventus: Svilar Magic Only Enough for a Point

May 5, 2024 Marko Vrakela Player Ratings, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024 Leave a comment

Sunday’s Serie A derby between Roma and Juventus lived up to the billing as the Stadio Olimpico witnessed an action-packed 1-1 draw. Daniele De Rossi’s side grabbed the lead through Romelu Lukaku but had to settle for a point.

Milan once again fired blanks in the third match of the Champions League group stage. The Rossoneri have yet to score continentally.

Milan Player Ratings vs Genoa: Defensive Flaws Plague Rossoneri Again

May 5, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Player Ratings, Serie A Leave a comment

Milan failed to return to winning ways in Serie A as Genoa held Stefano Pioli’s side to an enthralling 3-3 draw at San Siro. Rossoneri conceded inside the opening five minutes but turned the game on its head, only to throw away the lead in the game’s dying embers.

Simone Inzaghi officially put pen to paper on his new Inter contract on Tuesday, enjoying a sizeable pay bump as a reward for his success so far.

Inter Player Ratings vs Sassuolo: Hangover Champs Denied Century

May 4, 2024 Marko Vrakela Inter, Player Ratings, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024 Leave a comment

Serie A underachievers Sassuolo denied new champions Inter a chance to hit a 100-barrier this season with a precious 1-0 win at the Mapei Stadium. Armand Lauriente’s first-half goal decided a cagey affair in Emilia-Romagna as Davide Ballardini’s side pulled off an unlikely league double against the division’s best team.

Juventus want to add some experience to their squad, and, on top of Giacomo Bonaventura, they have some interest in Matias Vecino.

Lazio Player Ratings vs Monza: Late Drama Sees Spoils Shared

May 4, 2024 Davide Kociu Italian Football, Lazio, Monza, Player Ratings, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024 Leave a comment

To start off Saturday in Serie A Igor Tudor and his Lazio side travelled north to face a Monza side with very little left to play for as the season approaches it's end.

Mario Hermoso has been offered to a few Serie A sides as he looks for a new home at the end of his expiring contract. However, his requests are hefty.

Inter & Juventus Handed Transfer Boost as Elite Defender Won’t Renew

May 4, 2024 Marko Vrakela Atletico Madrid, Inter, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Inter and Juventus have received a significant boost in their quests to sign outgoing Atletico Madrid defender Mario Hermoso. Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano states the Spaniards have decided against extending the center-back's expiring contract.

How Could Depleted Milan Line Up Against Genoa?

May 4, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024 Leave a comment

Seeking redemption for a disturbing performance in last weekend's clash against Juventus, Milan will host mid-table Genoa at Stadio San Siro on Sunday evening. Stefano Pioli's men boast a five-point lead in second and are keen on finishing as 'the best of the rest' behind Inter.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia hasn’t hit it off right away with new coach Francesco Calzona. Other than a gem against Verona, his recent displays have been blah.

Napoli Suffer Huge Injury Concern Ahead of Crunch Udinese Meeting

May 4, 2024 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024 Leave a comment

Napoli will touch down at the Bluenergy Stadium on Monday to take on relegation-battling Udinese in a high-stakes Serie A showdown, with their European aspirations on the line. As per Sky Sport Italia, Francesco Calzona's team might have to do it without standout winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.