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Al-Nassr Set to Welcome Del Piero as New Sporting Director

October 6, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Del Piero has flown to Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh to sign as Al-Nassr’s next sporting director. The former Juventus captain is all for it as well and is prepared to listen to the club’s proposal. The 2006 World Cup winner is yet to return back to football since hanging up his boots in 2015.

Cristiano Ronaldo has asked his lawyers to recoup €19M he believes Juventus owe him through the CONI’s College of Arbitration.

Juventus Not Concerned with Ronaldo Monetary Request

September 22, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, Premier League, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Cristiano Ronaldo has asked his lawyers to recoup €19M he believes Juventus owe him through the CONI’s College of Arbitration. The body settles disparate between players and clubs. The controversy stems from the shady moves by the Bianconeri on wages during the pandemic.

Juventus will have to shell out nearly €10M to Cristiano Ronaldo, pending further legal actions, due to previous unpaid wages after losing in arbitration.

Cristiano Ronaldo Thinking About Suing Juventus for Unpaid Wages

September 16, 2023 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A

Al-Nassr superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly considering suing his former club, Juventus, for unpaid wages during the Covid-19 pandemic. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the 38-year-old has decided to take the matter to court, even though it's been over two years since he left Turin.

Lazio star Luis Alberto stated to have cleared the air with coach Maurizio Sarri after the two were reportedly at loggerheads for a prolonged stretch.

Lazio at Risk of Losing Star Forward to Al-Nassr

August 12, 2023 Marko Vrakela Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market One comment

Lazio could be at risk of losing long-serving stalwart Luis Alberto to free-spending Saudi Pro League giants Al-Nassr. According to Corriere dello Sport (via La Lazio Siamo Noi), the Spaniard's contract standstill at the Stadio Olimpico has reinforced the Saudis' hopes of luring him away from Serie A.

Domenico Berardi is making steady progress in his recovery from an Achilles tendon tear, to the point where he could become a late option.

Berardi Alerts Suitors by Casting Doubts About Sassuolo Stay

August 2, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Lazio target Domenico Berardi has dropped a bomb revealing the uncertain stance surrounding his future: “I don’t know if I’ll be here.” Having long been linked to the exit door, the Neroverdi reportedly handed the 29-year-old a deadline to find his next destination. He spoke during the team's presentation.

Gabbiadini will become the United Arab Emirates club’s second signing from Italy following the acquisition of Kevin Agudelo from Spezia Calcio.

Serie A Stalwart Manolo Gabbiadini Joins Al-Nassr

July 30, 2023 Marko Vrakela Sampdoria, Serie A, Transfer Market

Manolo Gabbiadini has become the latest Serie A player to reinforce the ever-growing contingent of European stars in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Pro League heavyweights Al-Nassr have announced the acquisition of the former Sampdoria striker.

Romelu Lukaku is receiving increasingly wealthy offers from Saudi Arabia, but he’s not wavering as he wishes to join Juventus.

Chelsea Wantaway Remains Determined to Join Juventus

July 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Romelu Lukaku is receiving increasingly wealthy offers from Saudi Arabia, but he’s not wavering as he wishes to move to Juventus. All three parties have arranged the deal, but the Bianconeri have to sell Dusan Vlahovic first. Once that happens, the Old Lady will pay €40M to Chelsea.

Sassuolo are living yet another positive Serie A campaign this season and, among their players, Domenico Berardi has captured many clubs' attention.

Berardi the Latest Serie A Star Linked to Play Alongside CR7

July 13, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

From Marcelo Brozovic to Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, two have already made the move, and a third is potentially on the horizon in the form of Sassuolo star Domenico Berardi.

The opening bid by Manchester United to lure André Onana was lower than what requested by Inter, but the negotiation will continue in the next few days.

Inter Set Deadline to Sell Onana to Manchester United

July 4, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Manchester United, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

The opening bid by Manchester United to lure André Onana was lower than what requested by Inter, but the negotiation will continue in the next few days. The Red Devils have identified some alternatives, but he’s their top priority for the role. The English giants tendered €40M plus €5M add-ons.

Marcelo Brozovic has joined Al-Nassr. The Saudi team officialized his arrival through a tweet, ending a lengthy transfer saga.

Al-Nassr Announces Signing of Inter Stalwart Brozovic

July 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Marcelo Brozovic has joined Al-Nassr. The Saudi team officialized his arrival through a tweet, ending a lengthy saga. Ultimately, the deal went through for an €18M fee. Instead, the midfielder will earn €100M over the span of the next three seasons. The operation seemed on the verge of collapsing last week.

Inter and Al Nassr have reached agreement on a €23M fee for Marcelo Brozovic, but the player is buying time and upped his demands to move to Saudi Arabia.

Inter Stalwart In Paris to Finalize Saudi Arabia Move

July 2, 2023 Marko Vrakela Inter, Serie A, Transfer Market

Marcelo Brozovic was sighted in Paris, engaging in negotiations with Al-Nassr directors ahead of his inevitable Inter exit. Alfredo Pedulla reports a definite agreement is on the horizon as the Croatia international prepares to leave Europe for the Middle East.

Marcelo Brozovic and Stefan De Vrij both bowed out of the Liverpool game due to calf problems, but neither injury is too concerning.

Inter Furious at Al-Nassr Transfer Fee Backtrack for Brozovic

June 30, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Brozovic had already accepted Al-Nassr’s offer earlier in the week, but the Saudi club have not been able to strike a cordial deal with the Nerazzurri when it comes to the transfer tag.

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