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Napoli Goalkeeper in Wait-and-See Mode on Contract Extension

October 15, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Alex Meret was anointed as the Napoli starter by Luciano Spalletti to open the season. However, he suffered a significant back injury in early September, and the alternation with David Ospina has returned. The situation could affect his future at the club as his contract is up in 2023.

Juventus are looking for somebody who could back up Dusan Vlahovic and have laid their eyes on Olivier Giroud for the position.

Veteran Frenchman Shines Light on ‘Milan’s Historical Weight’ and Overcoming Doubters

October 15, 2021 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Arsenal, Chelsea, France, Serie A

The Frenchman already has two goals this season in five appearances and is touted to partner up with Zlatan Ibrahimovic when the Swede returns from his injury.

Despite the tribulations over the years, the Zhang family is fully committed to Inter. They demonstrated it again by turning down an offer to sell the club.

Inter Nearing Short-Term Solution to Suning Group Money Crunch

October 15, 2021 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Inter are working to re-finance their current bond and complete the season without financial tribulations. They are finalizing a €400M to complete the season without particular issues on that front. Instead, the sale of the team to PIC is not imminent, contrary to recent reports.

Javier Zanetti Revels in Inter’s 2009/10 Treble Under Mourinho

October 14, 2021 Akhil Fisher Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A

The Nerazzurri’s legendary Argentinean defender Javier Zanetti has reveled in the opportunity to have captained some of the world’s greatest ever players, wherein he also was blessed to capture the treble for Inter in 2009/10.

Legendary Italian Tactician Blames Confederations, Predicts Collapse of Continental Ties

October 14, 2021 Akhil Fisher Inter, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Serie A

According to the 2006 World Cup winner, ‘incompetent’ international federations are at fault for being too headstrong about changing their playing schedules.

Napoli Still Have Talented Lille Fullback in Their Sights for Next Windows

October 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli tried to get a new left-back in the summer since Mario Rui is up-and-down and Faouzi Ghoulam is often injured. They did not manage to acquire one, but they have not stopped pursuing Reinildo Mandava. They have good chances to sign him either in January or next summer.

Ajax CEO Van der Sar Uncertain of Inter Target, Reveals Surprise on Ronaldo’s Transfer

October 14, 2021 Akhil Fisher Ajax, Inter, Inter Milan, Juventus, Serie A

Speaking to Tuttosport, the former Juventus goalkeeper covered a number of topics, one of which dealt with Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana’s recent links with the Milan giants.

Gianluigi Donnarumma expressed regret over Real Madrid’s 14th UEFA Champions League victory in Paris. “We could have been there instead,” he commented.

Donnarumma Set for Run of Starts, Pochettino Dishes on Mbappé

October 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, PSG, Transfer Market

Gianluigi Donnarumma will have an opportunity to fully take over the starting job at PSG due to an injury to Keylor Navas. Coach Mauricio Pochettino commented the situation and also discussed the future of Kylian Mbappé, stating that the club will try everything to keep him.

Roma Looking to Hand Long-Term Contract to Defensive Pillar

October 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

After taking care of Lorenzo Pellegrini, Roma have moved onto less pressing contract extensions. The club has begun negotiating with Gianluca Mancini. They aim to lock him up for the long haul and give him a pay raise- The defender has become the leader of the rearguard in the last two years.

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Five Juventus Players Running on Expiring Contracts – Which Ones Should be Kept?

October 14, 2021 Michel Sakr Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus directors have now shifted their focus towards the renewals of some of the expiring contracts. The Bianconeri have five players amongst their ranks whose current deals run out by the end of the campaign. So which ones should be kept in Turin, and which should be allowed to embark on new adventures?

Antonio Mirante Relishing Sudden Opportunity Given to Him by Milan

October 14, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Antonio Mirante officially became a Milan player late on Wednesday. The goalkeeper discussed how the signing came about and a few topics related to the Rossoneri in an interview with the club's TV. "The offer came out of the blue and there was any doubt on my part."

Luis Alberto Draws Comparison Between Sarri and Inzaghi, Believes Lazio Will ‘Have Fun’

October 14, 2021 Akhil Fisher Lazio, Serie A

Lazio’s versatile Spanish midfielder Luis Alberto has been a mainstay in the Biancocelesti setup since 2017/18 after enduring a torrid first year, the season before, in the Italian capital.