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Milan elected not to sign a proper Theo Hernandez deputy last summer and to lean on their youngsters, but they might change their mind in January.

Milan Earmark Two Italian Players for Left-Back Role

October 17, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Empoli, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan elected not to sign a proper Theo Hernandez deputy last summer and to lean on their youngsters, but they might change their mind in January. The Frenchman will miss the next two Serie A games due to a suspension.

Juventus would have a readymade solution to replace Gleison Bremer, Daniele Rugani, who’s on loan at Ajax with no strings attached.

Rugani Unlikely to Head Back in January to Help Juventus

October 14, 2024 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Juventus would have a readymade solution to replace Gleison Bremer, Daniele Rugani, who’s on loan at Ajax with no strings attached. However, his return isn’t considered likely at this stage. His agent Davide Torchia spoke up.

Cristiano Giuntoli attended Thursday’s clash between Italy and Belgium to take a close look at the two offensive talents, Lois Openda and Dodi Lukebakio.

Juventus Scout Belgium Pair, Shortlist Empoli Defender

October 11, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Juventus, La Liga, RB Leipzig, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Sevilla, Transfer Market

Cristiano Giuntoli attended Thursday’s clash between Italy and Belgium to take a close look at the two offensive talents, Lois Openda and Dodi Lukebakio. In the meantime, the Bianconeri have shortlisted a cheap option for their defense.

Lazio winger Pedro has admitted that he’d like to finish his career at Barcelona, where he previously spent seven years and won every trophy.

Lazio Boss Hails Talismanic Veteran as ‘Point of Reference’ After Empoli Win

October 6, 2024 Marko Vrakela Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Lazio overhauled an early deficit to become the first team in Serie A this season to defeat Roberto D'Aversa's Empoli. Goals from Mattia Zaccagni and Pedro turned the game on its head, firing Marco Baroni's side to their fourth consecutive triumph in all competitions.

Fiorentina wasted little time to find a new coach after a mutual split with Vincenzo Italiano, as they quickly came to terms with Raffaele Palladino.

Palladino Insists Fiorentina Are Growing Despite Disappointing Results

September 30, 2024 Marko Vrakela Fiorentina, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Raffaele Palladino was supposed to be an upgrade on former Fiorentina manager Vincenzo Italiano, but that's not been the case thus far. La Viola stuttered on Sunday's trip to Empoli, playing out another disheartening 0-0 draw amid an embarrassing Serie A start.

Sebastiano and Francesco Pio Esposito have both had promising starts at Empoli and Spezia but their future prospects at Inter are starkly diverse.

Inter Have Different Future Plans for Touted Brothers

September 25, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Empoli, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Serie B, Spezia, Transfer Market

Sebastiano and Francesco Pio Esposito have both had promising starts in the latest loan spells, at Empoli and Spezia respectively, but their future prospects at Inter are starkly diverse. The younger brother might eventually make his way to San Siro.

Roma made a permanent switch to a three-man defense with Ivan Juric at the helm, and they are taking a look at Koffi Djidji to have an extra option.

Roma Eye One More Veteran to Bolster Their Defense

September 23, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Roma, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Serie B, Transfer Market

Roma made a permanent switch to a three-man defense with Ivan Juric at the helm, and they are taking a look at Koffi Djidji to have an extra option in the back. They have already signed two free agents after deadline day: Hummels and Hermoso.

Daniel Maldini is in the midst of an international dispute, as Venezuela are ready to call him up, but he might prefer waiting for Italy.

Milan Product on the Radar of Venezuela and Italy

September 16, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Italy, Monza, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, The Azzurri, Transfer Market

Daniel Maldini is in the midst of an international dispute, as Venezuela are ready to call him up, but he might prefer waiting for Italy. The attacker has scored once in four matches since coming back to Monza.

Italian Press Blasts Juventus Attack After Lackluster Draw at Empoli

September 15, 2024 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

After a scoreless draw against Roma on the stroke of September's international break, Juventus stuttered against on Saturday. This time, Tuscan minnows Empoli held the Bianconeri scoreless in a tepid contest at Stadio Carlo Castellani.

Next week should finally be the time for Juventus to announce Thiago Motta as their next coach and complete a chase that started months ago.

Thiago Motta Defends Juventus Performance After Stalemate with Empoli

September 14, 2024 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Juventus boss Thiago Motta insists his side played well despite being held to an uneventful 0-0 draw by minnows Empoli. In a game of very few scoring opportunities, the hosts walked away happier of the two sides.

Juventus Player Ratings vs Empoli: New Signings Stuck in First Gear

September 14, 2024 Michel Sakr Empoli, Italian Football, Juventus, Player Ratings, Serie A

The Bianconeri had to settle for their second goalless draw in a row, with none of their new boys delivering the goods. So here are our player ratings for Juventus who couldn't find a breakthrough against a stubborn Empoli side that well and truly earned this valuable draw.

During the 1997/98 Serie A season, Juventus won at Empoli as the Azzurri were disallowed a goal despite Peruzzi saving the ball past the goal line

Empoli vs Juventus Throwback: The Best “Save” by Angelo Peruzzi

September 14, 2024 Matteo Carnevale Empoli, Juventus, Serie A, Throwback Thursday

“Gianni Agnelli called me,” goalkeeper Angelo Peruzzi recalled in an interview. “He told me that that save from Empoli's Bianconi was the best I had made since joining Juventus.” Only that it was not. The ball had clearly crossed the goal line, but the referee didn't see that, a mistake that took Juve closer to the 1997/98 title.

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