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Andrea Belotti has decided to leave Torino, but it is not yet known which team he will join. The contract of the striker runs out in June.

Torino Future Free Agent Reportedly Waiting for Milan Call

February 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Torino, Transfer Market

Andrea Belotti is highly likely to leave Torino at the end of the season and has set his sights on joining Milan. The striker returned from his second major injury of 2020-2021 last week. The Rossoneri could consider adding another striker in the summer, but they have to make a decision on Zlatan Ibrahimovic first.

Italian Heavyweights Napoli and Milan Take Interest in Newcastle Stopper

February 18, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Napoli, Newcastle United, Serie A

The Swiss international is an integral part of Eddie Howe’s new look Newcastle and it remains to be seen what his stance is, given the club’s interest in other centre-backs such as Sven Botman and Diego Carlos.

In a press conference ahead of tomorrow's Serie A game, the Torino boss, Ivan Jurić, spoke about the obstacles that they may face against Venezia

Torino Coach Juric Ahead of Derby: “Belotti May Play from the Start”

February 18, 2022 Fiammetta Maspero Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Torino

Torino boss Ivan Jurić spoke about the Derby della Mole against Juventus in his most recent press conference: "The team is prepared and concentrated. We want to play a great game and we have been working this way all week, with the right boost. We are ready and we are aware of the importance of the game."

Roma have not made progress on the new contract of Nicolò Zaniolo, but that is not an issue according to his agent, as the player is willing to wait.

Zaniolo Agent Clarifies State of Extension Talks with Roma

February 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Roma have not made progress on the new contract of Nicolò Zaniolo. However, that is not an issue according to his agent. The representative stated that the attacker has no problem waiting to discuss a new deal: "There is no ongoing negotiation with the club. He is fully focused on finishing the season in the best possible way."

A Lazio good performance was not enough for the Biancocelesti to avoid defeat against Porto at the Estadio do Dragao on Thursday

Porto vs Lazio 2-1: Toni Martinez Double Overthrow Biancocelesti

February 17, 2022 The Cult of Calcio Europa League, International Football, Italian Football, Lazio, Porto, Premier League, Serie A

Lazio's good performance was not enough for the Biancocelesti to avoid defeat at the Estadio do Dragao on Thursday as Porto's Toni Martinez canceled Mattia Zaccagni's opener with a double. Not all is lost for Maurizio Sarri and his boys, who will face the Portuguese side again in one week in the second leg of their Europa League Round of 32 playoff.

Milan, Barcelona and Dortmund in the Race to Lure Ajax Talent

February 17, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Ajax, Serie A

The 24-year-old is expected to take his time to decide on his future club since there are few more months until the European season comes to a climax and the summer transfer window opens.

Berat Djimsiti saved Atalanta on Thursday with a three-minute brace that helped La Dea overturn the 1st leg of their Europa League game against Olympiacos

Atalanta vs Olympiacos 2-1: Djimsiti Double Wins It for La Dea

February 17, 2022 The Cult of Calcio Atalanta, Europa League, International Football, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A

Berat Djimsiti saved Atalanta on Thursday night with a three-minute brace that helped La Dea overturn the first leg of their Europa League playoff game against Olympiacos. Atalanta had the upper hand for most of the game but were punished by a Tiquinho Soares strike after just 16 minutes.

Alvaro Morata was on the brink of leaving Juventus in January. Barcelona, and especially coach Xavi, pushed to sign him. He stayed, and things have changed.

Juventus Change Stance on Future of One of Their Strikers

February 17, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Alvaro Morata was on the brink of leaving Juventus in January. Barcelona, and especially coach Xavi, pushed to sign him. However, they ultimately could not reach agreement with Atletico Madrid. Initially, the Bianconeri were open to letting him go, as they did not anticipate buying him out in June. But the scenario might have changed.

Barcelona vs Napoli 1-1: Zielinski Strike Scares the Camp Nou

February 17, 2022 Matteo Carnevale Barcelona, Europa League, International Football, Italian Football, Liverpool, Napoli, Premier League, Serie A

Good job, Napoli. The Partenopei held their own at the Camp Nou against a Barcelona side who found themselves to play an Europa League game for the first time in 18 years. They took the lead with a Piotr Zielinski strike but had to concede a spot-kick equalizer when the VAR picked a Juan Jesus handball in the box.

Antonio Conte visited Turin during the Winter break, not to touch base with Juventus but to spend time with his family. He's discussing a new contract.

Conte Tips Inter to Win Scudetto and Dishes on Spurs Issues

February 17, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Antonio Conte weighed in on his start at Tottenham: “I am happy for the way we are working and for the infrastructures I have found. We are trying to improve in all areas. I have realized that it will take time and patience. We have several players at their first season in Premier League.” He also briefly addressed the Scudetto race.

Liverpool Shotstopper Alisson Reveals Inter Interest Before Roma Move

February 17, 2022 Akhil Fisher Inter, Inter Milan, Liverpool, Roma, Serie A

On the back of Liverpool’s emphatic 2-0 victory over Champions League Round of 16 rivals Inter at Giuseppe Meazza, Alisson revealed that it was infact the Reds’ opponents of the evening who were close to luring him when he was still a teenager.

After a few peaceful months, which didn’t translate into an extension, Lazio and Luis Alberto are at loggerheads again. The Spaniard no-showed in practice.

Lazio Ace Voices His Desire to Leave and Head Back to Spain

February 17, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Luis Alberto was quick to halt the rumors about his January departure from Lazio, but that does not necessarily mean that he is in for the long haul. The midfielder made it clear that he wants to return to Spain in the not-so-distant future: "We will see whether it could happen soon. My wish is to do it while I am still fit and can enjoy life.”