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Dubbed ‘Turkish Messi’, Milan Target Güler Hailed by Özil

June 23, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

2014 World Cup winner Mesut Özil has hailed Fenerbahce starlet Arda Güler as a future star, with the 18-year-old turning heads across Europe. From Real Madrid and Milan to Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, there is no shortage of interest in the up-and-coming playmaker.

Inter and Sassuolo have finalized every detail concerning the transfer of Davide Frattesi. The midfielder is reaching Milan to take the medicals.

Likely Windfall Poised to Jump-Start Milan Acquisitions

June 22, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Benfica, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Fenerbahce, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Premier League, PSG, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Villarreal

Milan are about to receive a huge cash infusion through the sale of Sandro Tonali and are set to spread the wealth around on multiple signings. The Rossoneri, which already needed reinforcements in the midfield, have a few targets on their radar. They barged into the fray for Davide Frattesi.

Luca Torreira could have returned to Italy this summer, as Lazio pursued him, but the negotiations didn’t go through because of an injury.

Sarri Eager to Add Established Players to Lazio Squad

June 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market, West Ham

Maurizio Sarri wants players ready to contribute right away as part of his plans to revamp the Lazio roster. They need to add depth following the Champions League qualification. Rather than bringing in youngsters, the gaffer prefers proven commodities. A few backups could be allowed to leave.

Multiple Serie A heavyweights were linked to Alejandro Grimaldo at some point, as he will depart Benfica on a free, but he won’t be coming to Italy after all.

Inter, Juventus, and Roma Miss Out on Benfica Star

May 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Bayer Leverkusen, Benfica, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Multiple Serie A heavyweights were linked to Alejandro Grimaldo at some point, as he will depart Benfica on a free, but he won’t be coming to Italy after all. Bayer Leverkusen has officially announced to have struck a deal to onboard the star left back. He will ink a four-year contract.

Milan and Juventus have similar plans for the summer, especially as it pertains to their midfield since they have reportedly set sights on the same players.

Milan and Juventus Rumored to Compete for Three Targets

May 4, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Benfica, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lecce, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan and Juventus have similar plans for the summer, especially as it pertains to their midfield since they have reportedly set sights on the same players to bolster their squads in roles where they might endure some exits. They have shortlisted two youngsters in particular.

Inter reached the Champions League Semi Finals for the first time since the glorious days of Jose Mourinho's Triplete as they tied 3-3 with Benfica

Inter vs Benfica 3-3: Here Comes the Euro-Derby della Madonnina!

April 20, 2023 The Cult of Calcio Benfica, Champions League, Inter, International Football, Serie A

The Euro-Derby di Milano is served. Inter reached the Champions League Semi Finals for the first time since the glorious days of Jose Mourinho's Triplete as they tied 3-3 with Benfica at the San Siro on Wednesday night. Despite squandering a two-goal lead, the Nerazzurri advanced 5-3 on aggregate and will now face Milan in an epic Derby della Madonnina European affair.

Inter Player Ratings vs Benfica: Lautaro and Dimarco Shine in Goalfest

April 19, 2023 Michel Sakr Benfica, Champions League, Inter Milan, International Football, Italian Football, Player Analysis, Serie A

Roger Schmidt's men pulled two back to secure a 3-3 draw on the night, but the home side advanced with a 5-3 score on aggregate. So here are our player ratings for Inter who will meet their crosstown rivals Milan in the Champions League semi-finals after overcoming Benfica.

Simone Inzaghi officially put pen to paper on his new Inter contract on Tuesday, enjoying a sizeable pay bump as a reward for his success so far.

Inzaghi Hopeful but Wary of Benfica Threat at Meazza

April 18, 2023 Akhil Fisher Benfica, Calciomercato, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter have cruise control of the tie against Benfica, having beaten them 2-0 at the Estadio Da Luz last week. Despite the fact that the Nerazzurri will kick off with an advantage, coach Simone Inzaghi knows exactly what awaits his side in the return leg at home.

Benfica president Rui Costa stressed on his allegiance to Milan, as the Portuguese giants prepare to play at the very stadium he attained an iconic status.

Ex-Milan Hero Rui Costa Backs Benfica to Stage Inter Upset

April 18, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Benfica, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Benfica president and ex-Milan star Rui Costa has backed his Portuguese outfit to overcome his former rivals Inter on the pitch. The duo faces each other in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final at the Stadio Meazza. Costa believes his team will give their all to overcome the 2-0 first-leg deficit.

Inter vs Benfica: Champions League Preview, Lineups & Prediction

April 17, 2023 Marko Vrakela Benfica, Champions League, Inter, International Football, Serie A

Stadio Giuseppe Meazza is the venue as Inter and Benfica go head-to-head in the return leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie on Wednesday. Simone Inzaghi's men have one foot in the semi-finals after grinding out a 2-0 first-leg victory in Lisbon, but it's far from over.

Benfica and Inter are about to square off at the Estadio da Luz in the first leg of their exciting Champions League quarter-final tie

Benfica vs Inter 0-2: Nerazzurri Put One Foot in Semi Finals

April 11, 2023 Marko Vrakela Benfica, Champions League, Inter, International Football, Serie A

Benfica and Inter are about to square off at the Estadio da Luz in the first leg of their exciting Champions League quarter-final tie. The stakes could not be higher for the Nerazzurri boss Simone Inzaghi, who is on the verge of being sacked following his side's woeful spell of form in domestic competitions.

Simone Inzaghi isn’t at immediate risk of getting fired by Inter, but he’ll need better results in the upcoming matches to save his job.

Simone Inzaghi Warns Inter of Benfica Threat in UCL Quarters

April 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Benfica, Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

The UCL quarter-finals are only a day away, and Inter coach Simone Inzaghi is expecting another couple of tough fixtures against yet another Portuguese opponent.

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