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Leonardo Spinazzola was upbeat about his return after tearing his Achilles tendon during the Euro, but the optimism has waned in the following months.

Spinazzola Forced to Slow Down in Rehab from Major Injury

January 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Leonardo Spinazzola was upbeat about his return after tearing his Achilles tendon during the Euro. The optimism has waned in the following months, and the timetable will be more standard considering the severity of the injury. The fullback has resumed practicing on the pitch, although only in limited fashion.

Napoli to Tussle Inter for Versatile Sassuolo Midfield Talisman

January 28, 2022 Akhil Fisher Inter, Inter Milan, Napoli, Sassuolo, Serie A

This is his first full breakthrough season in Serie A and he has already impressed more than most with his consistent displays. The versatile midfielder has 4 goals and 2 assists in 23 appearances for the Neroverdi this campaign across all competitions.

Juventus are plotting to make another serious attempt to acquire Dusan Vlahovic from Fiorentina in January, proposing cash and a player to the Viola.

Agent Darko Ristic Justifies Vlahovic Move: “Juventus Are Always Juventus”

January 28, 2022 Akhil Fisher Fiorentina, Juventus, Serie A

Fiorentina had received offers from Arsenal, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur but it was the appeal of playing in the legendary black and white of Juventus that attracted him the most.

Inter will have to face Liverpool in the Round of 16 of Champions League without Nicolò Barella. The midfielder was handed a two-game ban

Inter Star Suspended for Both UCL Matches Against Liverpool

January 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Liverpool, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter will have to face Liverpool in the Round of 16 of Champions League without Nicolò Barella. The midfielder was handed a two-game ban following a red card in the Real Madrid clash. The Nerazzurri will not appeal against it. He was disciplined for an excessive reaction against Eder Militao.

Inter are focused on onboarding Dybala, taking advantage of which other clubs could overtake the Nerazzurri’s already established connections for Scamacca.

Inter Consolidate Their Pole Position for Gianluca Scamacca

January 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Gianluca Scamacca is receiving alluring offers from abroad, but he seems hell-bent on joining Inter. Borussia Dortmund made a rich bid to acquire him to substitute Erling Haaland next summer. While Sassuolo are weighing it, the striker prefers to keep playing in Serie A.

Vlahovic Completes Juventus Medical, Official Reveal Expected Soon

January 28, 2022 Akhil Fisher Fiorentina, Juventus, Serie A

Fiorentina have accepted a whopping €75m transfer fee for the Serbian marksman, making him the fifth most expensive incoming transfer in Juventus history.

Milan are considering signing a young center-back with a high upside. He would not necessarily replace Simon Kjaer right away. Transfer Market Serie A

Which Position Should Every Top Serie A Address Before Transfer Deadline?

January 28, 2022 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Tactical Trends, Transfer Market

The winter session is often described as a B-level market, where the clubs attempt to find emergency solutions, while leaving out the big shots for the summer. And yet, some Serie A clubs are proving quite the opposite. So let's take a look at the position that each one should address before the transfer market's closure.

Roma have inserted Danilo Pereira in their shortlist for the midfield, although he might not totally fit the bill of what they are searching.

Roma Set Their Sights on PSG Midfielder, Wait for Domino

January 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, PSG, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma are watching a few options for the midfield and inserted Danilo Pereira in their shortlist. He is not the ideal type of player considering what they were looking for. However, he could be relatively easy to sign, while their other targets are more challening. They need to find a new team for Amadou Diawara first.

Atalanta are tracking some targets to replace Robin Gosens, but it is not a guarantee they will bring in a new piece since they have depth in the role.

Atalanta Mulling Over Candidates to Substitute Robin Gosens

January 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Genoa, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A

Atalanta are tracking some targets to replace Robin Gosens. They inquired about three options in particular. However, they might ultimately elect not to sign any new player in the final days of the January window. CEO Luca Percassi bid farewell to their ace: "He has given us a lot over the last few years."

Inter have secured the signing of veteran striker Felipe Caicedo from Genoa on a loan deal until the end of this year's campaign.

Felipe Caicedo Reunites with Former Coach Inzaghi at Inter

January 28, 2022 Julian Faustini Genoa, Inter, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Shortly after obtaining Robin Gosens from Atalanta, Inter have continued to be relentless within the transfer window as they secured the signing of veteran striker Felipe Caicedo from Genoa on a loan deal until the end of this year's campaign.

Lazio might have finally found a new home for Vedat Muriqi, whose departure would unlock their transfer market. He is close to Mallorca.

Lazio Approaching Awaited Transfer Market Breakthrough

January 27, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Lazio, River Plate, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Lazio might have finally found a new home for Vedat Muriqi, whose departure would unlock their transfer market. The out-of-favor striker is nearing a move to Mallorca on loan with option to buy. The Biancocelesti will try to add a pair of defenders and a backup striker after finalizing the move.

Arsenal have shifted all their focus towards the Serie A as they paper to make an audacious attempt to sign the Napoli marksman Victor Oshimen.

Arsenal Eye Osimhen After Vlahovic Deal Collapses

January 27, 2022 Julian Faustini Arsenal, Calciomercato, Napoli, Newcastle United, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

With very little time remaining within the transfer window, Arsenal have shifted all their focus towards the Serie A as they prepare to make an audacious attempt to sign the Napoli marksman Victor Osimhen. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, ...