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Inter Linked to Barcelona Defensive Outcast

March 9, 2022 Akhil Fisher Barcelona, Inter Milan, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market

Garcia, at the moment, has been cast aside in Xavi’s plans and is considering his future at the club. This brings Inter into the picture, who are touted to easily integrate the Spaniard in the traditional back-three role.

Napoli came within an inch to signing Mathias Olivera in January, but Getafe did not let him go, and Juventus have joined the fray.

Juventus Join Race with Napoli to Purchase Getafe Left-Back

March 9, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli came within an inch to signing Mathias Olivera in January, but Getafe did not let him go, and Juventus have joined the fray. The Bianconeri are scouting multiple options for the position as they are eager to move on from Alex Sandro. The Uruguayan left-back has a €20M release clause in his contract with Los Azulones.

Italy Bag New Shirt Sponsor, End Two-Decade Partnership with Puma

March 9, 2022 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

Puma was billed around €19m net per year, but the new deal with the other German sportswear giant will rake in nearly double of that figure, as claimed earlier by La Repubblica, although no official details regarding the exact sponsorship fees has been revealed.

Juventus have acted swiftly to replace Matthijs De Ligt, as they struck a deal with Torino for Gleison Bremer. The defender seemed destined to Inter.

Milan Have Potential Bargaining Chip to Help Signing Bremer

March 9, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Torino, Transfer Market, Venezia

Mattia Caldara is experiencing a bounce-back season at Venezia, but he will likely head back to Milan in the summer. The Lagunari do not plan to pick up their €4M option to keep him. The Rossoneri might wind up keeping him, but they are already receiving some inquiries for the future, in particular from Torino.

Lazio Leapfrog Inter in Race for Highly-Rated Left Wing-Back

Transfer Market Derby della Capitale for Highly-Rated Frankfurt Winger

March 9, 2022 Akhil Fisher Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Eintracht Frankfurt are not interested in renewing the contract terms for one of their best players, Filip Kostic, who was touted to leave the Eagles in the previous transfer windows.

Napoli are in the market for new defenders as they are unlikely to keep Axel Tuanzebe, and they have set their sights toward Southampton.

Napoli Express Early Interest in Two Southampton Defenders

March 9, 2022 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Napoli are in the market for new defenders as they are unlikely to keep Axel Tuanzebe, and they have set their sights toward Southampton. The Partenopei are gearing up for a busy summer where they will bid farewell to multiple staples. They are looking to bring in fairly young players that could grow in the next few years.

Lazio to Pay Homage to First Scudetto Winning Captain in Venezia Clash

March 9, 2022 Akhil Fisher Lazio, Serie A, Venezia

Lazio take on Venezia on March 15 and to mark the legacy of the defender, Lega Serie A have granted the capital club the permission to wear a captain’s armband dedicated to him.

The future of Paulo Dybala remains largely undetermined, which leaves an opening for all suitors, including Roma, which are not among the favorites.

Dybala Keen on Staying but Juventus Will Table Lower Offer

March 9, 2022 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Barring a late scheduling change, Juventus and Jorge Antun, the agent of Paulo Dybala, will meet tomorrow to discuss the extension for the first time in months. The atmosphere between the parties is rather tense. It is unlikely that a resolution will come right away Thursday, but the next few days will be crucial for his future.

Inzaghi Reveals Regret Over Liverpool Home Leg Defeat: “We Weren’t Inferior”

March 9, 2022 Akhil Fisher Champions League, Inter Milan, Liverpool, Serie A

Inter coach Simone Inzaghi managed to march his troops to a one-goal victory at Anfield, but nonetheless failed to overturn his side’s 2-0 deficit from the first leg at San Siro. Despite crashing out of the Champions League, the ex-Lazio manager took positives from the tie.

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 Likely to Move On from Arsenal Loanee After the Season

March 9, 2022 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Roma signed Ainsley Maitland-Niles on loan from Arsenal in January to address their depth problems on the flanks. However, he has not had the impact they were hoping for. The Englishman has logged just six appearances for a total of 433 minutes. His playing time has dwindled after getting a few starts right off the bat.

Sanchez red ends Inter's Champions League hopes

Liverpool vs Inter Player Ratings: Sanchez Red Ends Inter Hopes

March 8, 2022 Ashlee Kiddell Champions League, Inter, International Football, Italian Football, Liverpool, Player Ratings, Serie A

Inter won 1-0 at Anfield on the night but it was not enough as Liverpool's 2-0 victory at the San Siro in the first leg meant they qualified for the quarter-finals of the Champions League. Inter will be left wondering whether they could have got through here if Alexis Sanchez stayed on the pitch. So, let's get into the player ratings following a fantastic Champions League clash between Liverpool and Inter.

When Lautaro Martinez shocked Liverpool with a phenomenal screamer in the middle of the second half, Inter started to believe in miracles

Liverpool vs Inter 0-1: Sanchez Send-Off Shatters Inzaghi Dreams

March 8, 2022 Matteo Carnevale Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Italian Football, Liverpool, Premier League, Serie A

When Lautaro Martinez shocked Anfield with a phenomenal screamer in the middle of the second half, Simone Inzaghi's boys and the 2400 brave supporters who followed them to England started to believe in miracles. Inter's hopes lasted only a couple of minutes though. That's how much it took for the referee to wave a second yellow card at Alexis Sanchez.