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Milan Captain Romagnoli Expected to Sleep on Lazio Contract Offer

February 16, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Lazio, Serie A

Lazio are eager to snap up on free agents in the summer, given the club’s precarious financial position of late and the defender is their top priority at the moment. The left-footed centre-back is expected to make a decision on his future within the next month or so.

A last-gasp effort from Kylian Mbappé earned PSG a well deserved win in the first leg or their Champions League Round of 16 match-up against Real Madrid

PSG vs Real Madrid 1-0: Mbappé Strikes, Messi Misses Spot-Kick

February 15, 2022 Matteo Carnevale Champions League, International Football, Italian Football, Premier League, PSG, Real Madrid, Serie A

A last-gasp effort from Kylian Mbappé earned Paris Saint-Germain a well deserved win in the first leg or their Champions League Round of 16 match-up against Real Madrid. The clash at the Parc des Princes was anything but the stellar show people were hoping for and seemed destined to end in a goalless stalemate.

José Mourinho wishes to add a pure deep-lying playmaker in the summer and is eyeing two London-based midfielders, Granit Xhaka and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.

Mourinho Set Sights on Pair of Premier League Midfielders

February 15, 2022 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Tottenham, Transfer Market

José Mourinho wishes to add a pure deep-lying playmaker in the summer and is eyeing two London-based midfielders. Roma already pursued Granit Xhaka in the past and will make another attempt. Moreover, the Portuguese gaffer would like to reunite with Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.

The negotiation between Milan and Ismael Bennacer was reportedly at a good point. However, he decided to change his agent, which will reset it.

Milan Line Up Bennacer Extension amid Kessié Uncertainty

February 15, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Milan continue to take care of their own players and are finalizing the new contract of Ismael Bennacer. They put pen-to-paper with Theo Hernandez last week. They plan to do the same with the midfielder shortly. Rafael Leao and Pierre Kalulu are next on the schedule. His new deal will run through 2026.

Massimiliano Allegri discussed Thursday’s Coppa Italia match against Sassuolo: "It is the quarter-final of a competition we care a lot about."

Juventus Send Scouts to Portugal to Evaluate Brazilian Shotstopper

February 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher Juventus, Serie A

Juventus’ hunt for a goalkeeper has taken them to Portugal where they have reportedly sent scouts to evaluate the performance of Brazilian shotstopper Samuel Portugal Lima, who plays for Portimao-based club Portimonense in the Portuguese Primeira Liga.

Becir Omeragic was among the alternative targets for Milan in January, but they ended up standing pat in the back in January.

Agent of Milan-Linked Defender Corroborates Transfer Rumors

February 15, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Becir Omeragic was among the alternative targets for Milan in January, but they ended up standing pat in the back in January. His agent confirmed that they touched base with some Serie A teams recently. The defender could be on the move next summer. He visited San Siro for a Coppa Italia match last month.

Pisa forward Lorenzo Lucca, despite undergoing a dry goalscoring streak, is in the crosshairs of several top clubs for a summer move, including Ajax.

A Close Look at the Most Promising U23 Players in Serie B

February 15, 2022 Dima Gambino Atalanta, Cremonese, Crotone, Inter, Inter Milan, Monza, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Serie B, Spal, Tactical Trends

Serie B has continuously provided a stage for young players to showcase their talent and impose themselves on the footballing world. The Cult of Calcio takes an in-depth look at Serie B’s most promising U23 talents that have gained the attention of top-flight clubs and football fans.

Juventus Eye Sassuolo Starlet as Moise Kean Replacement

February 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A

Juventus are keen on raiding Sassuolo for another one of their star youngsters, after acquiring EURO 2020 winner Manuel Locatelli at the start of the season.

Inter could make history by becoming the team with the longest draw-less streak if they hold out for three more games, matching a record set in the 1940's.

Inzaghi Confident About His Team Chances in Liverpool Clash

February 15, 2022 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Liverpool, Serie A

Simone Inzaghi previewed the first leg against Liverpool: “The English teams are all strong, and the Reds are one of the best. We deserve to be in this match. We had not made it to the Round of 16 in years, and we will try to play our cards. The Reds are the favorites, but anything can happen in the game."

Inter and Udinese Appeals for Covid-Postponed Games Rejected

February 15, 2022 Simone Castellano Atalanta, Bologna, Inter, Italian Football, Salernitana, Serie A, Udinese

The Italian Sports Court of Appeal rejected Inter's appeal for a 3-0 forfeit victory against Bologna in the canceled game from January 6. Bologna did not show up at their home Renato Dall'Ara Stadium due the many Covid cases in their roster.

Chelsea to Face Competition from La Liga Giants for Juventus Stopper

February 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher Barcelona, Chelsea, Juventus, Serie A

The former Ajax stopper recently appeared in the Bianconeri jersey for the 100th time against Sassuolo but has long been touted leave the pastures of Turin for another European giant in recent transfer windows.

The second adventure of Stefano Colantuono as boss of Salernitana finished yesterday, as the Granata confirmed to have hired Davide Nicola to replace him

Salernitana Fire Colantuono, Davide Nicola Is the New Boss

February 15, 2022 Fiammetta Maspero Italian Football, Salernitana, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

The second adventure of Stefano Colantuono as the boss of Salernitana finished yesterday as the Granata officially confirmed to have fired the coach through an official statement on their website. Today, Davide Nicola was announced as Colantuono's replacement.