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The second time was the charm for former Milan coach Stefano Pioli and Saudi Arabia, who’s been appointed by Al-Nassr on Wednesday.

Former Milan Boss Pioli Formally Hired by Al-Nassr

September 19, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

The second time was the charm for former Milan coach Stefano Pioli, who’s been appointed by Al-Nassr on Wednesday. The Italian manager came inches close to getting the Al-Ittihad job in the summer, but it fell through at the 11th hour.

Stefano Pioli is rumored to be in the crosshairs of a different Saudi team, Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr. His move there could materialize this time.

Al-Nassr Reportedly Pursuing Former Milan Coach Pioli

September 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A

Stefano Pioli is rumored to be in the crosshairs of a different Saudi team, Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr. His move there could materialize this time after his hire at Al-Ittihad fell through at the 11th hour in the summer due to Karim Benzema's opposition.

Juventus are waiting for the Nico Gonzalez domino to take shape, but they are evaluating other right wingers like Francisco Conceiçao and Marcus Edwards.

Juventus Kick the Tires on Prolific Sporting CP Winger

August 15, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Sporting CP, Transfer Market

Juventus are patiently waiting for the Nico Gonzalez domino to take shape, but they are starting to evaluate other right wingers, for instance, Francisco Conceiçao and Marcus Edwards. Their opening offer for the latter was turned down by Porto.

Monza need a goalkeeper and will try to get one from the side they’ll sell Michele Di Gregorio to, Juventus, as they are eyeing Wojciech Szczesny.

Monza Pursuit of Juventus Stalwart Handed Huge Boost

July 17, 2024 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Monza, Serie A, Transfer Market

Wojciech Szczesny's career at Juventus is drawing to a close, yet his future could still be in Italy despite being linked with a move to Al-Nassr. According to Sportitalia, the Saudi Pro League powerhouse had a conference call with the Poland international, and it didn't turn out well.

The future of Paulo Dybala is in doubt due to the affordable €12M release clause present in his contract, but he’s in no rush to leave Roma.

Roma Primed for Meeting with Star amid Saudi Buzz

July 8, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

As is the case every summer, the future of Paulo Dybala is in doubt due to the affordable €12M release clause present in his contract, but he’s in no rush to leave Roma and has turned down a rich proposal by Al-Nassr.

Wojciech Szczesny called it a career earlier this summer a few weeks after getting released from Juventus. Those weren't his plans, though.

Szczesny Willing to Facilitate Imminent Juventus Exit

July 2, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Monza, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Wojciech Szczesny is on his way out as Juventus will go with Michele Di Gregorio between the sticks. Monza and Al-Nassr are battling to capture him. The Bianconeri have to help the Brianzoli as far as the wages are concerned for the move to come together.

Monza Making Audacious Attempt to Onboard Szczesny

July 1, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Monza, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Monza are hunting for a goalkeeper and will try to get one from the side they’ll sell Michele Di Gregorio to, Juventus, as they are eyeing Wojciech Szczesny. The Bianconeri are in advanced talks with Al-Nassr, but the negotiation slowed down.

Despite the hurdles and their respective teams’ stances, Juventus will continue pursuing Riccardo Calafiori and Giovanni Di Lorenzo.

Juventus Have Clear Plans to Touch Up Their Defense

June 14, 2024 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Premier League, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Despite the hurdles and their respective teams’ stances, Juventus will continue pursuing Riccardo Calafiori and Giovanni Di Lorenzo to retool their rearguard. Antonio Conte would gladly keep his captain, and Bologna are driving a hard bargain.

Despite the usual buzz and offers, Paulo Dybala is once again more likely to stay at Roma than to leave. He recently received a proposal from Al Nassr.

Dybala Rebuffs Al-Nassr, Primed for Sizeable Pay Bump

June 13, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Despite the usual buzz and offers, Paulo Dybala is once again more likely to stay at Roma than to leave. He recently received a proposal from Al Nassr, but their chase didn’t have much legs. The suitors were ready to tender €20M per year,

Juventus Star Szczesny in Advanced Talks with Al-Nassr

June 11, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Wojciech Szczesny is very close to transferring to Al-Nassr, as Juventus have decided to bring in Michele Di Gregorio this summer. The Pole repelled the Saudi advances last summer but seems to have accepted his fate, as his team wants to move on.

Frank Anguissa has been one the driving forces behind Napoli’s success and spoke openly about taking the home title, which is getting closer each matchday.

Napoli At Risk of Losing Star Midfielder This Summer

June 2, 2024 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

It will be a turbulent summer at Napoli. Yet to name Francesco Calzona's successor, the Serie A strugglers are facing significant personnel problems. As per TMW, Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa could part ways with the Partenopei in the coming months.

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

Juventus Sentenced to Give Some Money Back to Ronaldo

April 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus will have to shell out nearly €10M to Cristiano Ronaldo, pending further legal actions, due to previous unpaid wages after losing in arbitration. The Portuguese ace had asked for double that sum, but the judges slashed it due to contributory negligence.

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