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Juventus closed their tormented 2021 with a comfortable win over relegation-struggling Cagliari to move fifth in the Serie A table

Juventus vs Cagliari 2-0: Kean and Bernardeschi Get Job Done

December 21, 2021 Matteo Carnevale Cagliari, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Juventus closed their tormented 2021 with a comfortable win over relegation-struggling Cagliari to move fifth in the Serie A table - as they wait for Roma and Fiorentina to undertake their mid-week league test. It was an easy job for the Bianconeri despite Walter Mazzarri's Rossoblu giving some signs of life after a string of poor results and performances.

Genoa vs Atalanta 0-0: Zapata Injured in Dull Draw

December 21, 2021 Will Presnell Atalanta, Genoa, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Atalanta's midfield prowess forced Genoa to drop deep and defend. The Rossoblu allowed Atalanta time on the ball, their centre-backs playing compact above the six-yard box. The hosts blocked shots and prevented crosses in the defensive masterclass, while Atalanta's finishing was poor and rarely challenged goalkeeper Salvatore Sirigu.

Inter will not go after touted starlet Julian Alvarez as they are satisfied with their current strikers. Javier Zanetti announced it in an interview.

Inter Pull Out of Heated Race to Sign Julian Alvarez

December 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Inter will not go after Julian Alvarez as they are satisfied with their current strikers. Vice president Javier Zanetti announced it in an interview: “Many clubs are pursuing him, and that is logical. But we are set in every role. He has a great future ahead of him, but our present will go in a different direction."

Manuel Lazzari has not been able to adapt to a four-man defense and might leave Lazio to join a team where he could resume playing as a wingback.

Tottenham Among Clubs Interested in Signing Lazio Wingback

December 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

In the summer, Manuel Lazzari rejoiced for the opportunity to play in a four-man defense for the first time in his career. However, he has fallen out of favor because he has not been able to adapt it. Lazio are looking to cash in on him to finance other moves, and a few sides are eyeing him.

After Juventus, also Inter is being investigated for using bloated evaluations, the so-called pluvalenze, to doctor their balance sheets.

Inter Under Scrutiny for Alleged Fake Plusvalenze Too

December 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

After Juventus, another top Italian team is being investigated for doctoring their balance sheets with bloated evaluation. The district attorney’s office of Milan has opened a file on Inter for fake plusvalenze related to the sessions from 2017 to 2019. The policemen visite the club's HQ and the League's office.

Bologna boss Motta has impressed more than most since he began his tenure in Emiglia-Romagna last year, with Italy icon Arrigo Sacchi one of his admirers.

Arrigo Sacchi Delivers Stinging Milan Criticism

December 21, 2021 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Serie A

He stressed the fact that Milan are in confusion and the Rossoneri better start operating as an unit, rather than individuals wearing the same shirt.

Salernitana will not show up for today’s match against Udinese. The Granata have been prohibited from traveling due to an ongoing COVID outbreak.

Salernitana Have Not Traveled for Udinese Game Due to COVID

December 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Salernitana, Serie A, Udinese

Salernitana will not show up for today’s match against Udinese. The Granata have suspended all team activities and have been prohibited from traveling due to an ongoing COVID outbreak. After Ciro Immobile, another star has tested positive as Lorenzo Insigne contracted Coronavirus as well.

Roma are unlikely to react to Inter bidding for Gianluca Scamacca. They can’t improve their offer until they rake in more cash, which might not happen soon.

Roma Interested in Bayern Munich Outcast

December 21, 2021 Akhil Fisher Bayern Munich, Roma, Serie A

Bayern Munich right-back Buona Sarr has emerged as a potential candidate to give Rick Karsdop a run for his starting place at Stadio Olimpico.

Juventus have stated that they would stand pat and not sign a new striker in January. However, the Bianconeri seem ready to pounce on the right opportunity.

Juventus to Discuss Adding Striker, Arsenal Stars Linked

December 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus have stated that they would stand pat and not sign a new striker in January. However, the Bianconeri seem ready to pounce should the right opportunity present itself. The management and Massimiliano Allegri will soon have a summit to go over the potential targets.

OFFICIAL: Cesena Acquired by New American Owners

December 21, 2021 Akhil Fisher Serie A, Serie B, Serie C

The Italian football market has become an attractive market for US investors as Serie C side Cesena have come under new ownership by Americans.

After butting heads with Luis Alberto, Maurizio Sarri is at loggerheads with another Lazio star, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.

Sarri at Odds with Milinkovic-Savic, Manchester United Loom

December 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, Serie A, Transfer Market

After butting heads with Luis Alberto, Maurizio Sarri is at loggerheads with another Lazio star, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic. He is not alone within the club because also president Claudio Lotito and director Igli Tare are furious about some recent behaviors. His time in Rome will probably end next summer.

Fiorentina Strike Ikone Deal to Secure First Winter Transfer

December 21, 2021 Akhil Fisher Fiorentina, Serie A

The five-year contract is yet to be officially signed by the 23-year-old right winger, who can also function in various other roles.