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Bologna Winger Explains Why He Snubbed Fiorentina

November 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri, Transfer Market

Riccardo Orsolini has enjoyed a prolific start at Bologna. The winger could have left in previous windows but extended his contract last summer. He addressed the links to Fiorentina in an interview: "I’ve always stated, with all due respect, that I wanted to stay here."

Jorginho is in the dark concerning his future, as Arsenal would need to pick an option for him to stay put. He has notched 25 appearances so far

Arsenal Star Could Return to Italy Squad for Next Games

November 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Euro 2024, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri

Luciano Spalletti will issue the Italy call-ups for the key qualifiers against North Macedonia and Ukraine on Friday night. There could be a pair of surprises and returns to the Azzurri roster. Budding Monza star Andrea Colpani has been pre-selected, but he could be surpassed at the last corner by Jorginho.

Frosinone have shut the door on an early return of Matias Soulé, Enzo Barrenechea, and Kaio Jorge at Juventus through the words of their director.

Soulé Picks Argentina, Angelozzi Talks Juventus Links

November 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Argentina, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus could make an attempt to bring Matias Soulé back in January, but Frosinone haven’t been formally informed of it at this stage. Their director Guido Angelozzi commented on the winger before the Coppa Italia tilt against Torino: "They gave us three strong players. There hasn’t been any request at this stage."

Italy qualified for Euro 2024 by the skin of their teeth avoiding the playoff. Their title defense will likely face big obstacles right from the get-go.

Italy Boss Shorlists Five Serie A Talents for Crunch Euro 2024 Qualifiers

October 28, 2023 Marko Vrakela Italy, Serie A

Italy delivered a mixed bag of performance during October's international break, casting some doubt on their bid to qualify for next summer's Euro 2024. Following a 4-0 demolition of Malta, Gli Azzurri collapsed at Wembley, going down 3-1 to England.

The saga came into light in early August when convicted felon Fabrizio Corona accused actors in the Italian football world of betting addiction.

Zola Offers Sympathy for Players Implicated in Betting Scandal

October 27, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Newcastle United, Serie A

The saga came into light in early August when convicted felon Fabrizio Corona accused actors in the Italian football world of gambling and betting addiction. Nicolò Zaniolo, Stephan El-Sharaawy and Nicola Zalewski have also been accused of betting infractions. Italy icon Gianfranco Zola has expressed his opinion on the betting scandal.

Gennaro Gattuso is confident of birthing a winning mentality in Marseille, as the French giants go in search of a first major trophy in over a decade.

Gattuso Confident of Imbibing Winning Mentality in Marseille

October 27, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Ligue 1, Marseille, Serie A

Gennaro Gattuso has not had the most ideal of starts to his new spell at Olympique de Marseille, with the Italian manager winning just two of his five matches so far with the French giants. However, he is confident of birthing a winning mentality.

Sandro Tonali will be suspended for seven months for gambling on football games. The punishment envisages eight months of accessory provisions.

Tonali Slated to Miss Ten Months for Betting Illegally

October 26, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Euro 2024, Italian Football, Italy, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Sandro Tonali will be suspended for seven months for gambling on football games, including his teams'. The punishment envisages eight months of accessory provisions as FIGC president Gabriele Gravina announced. Only the final greenlights from the Olympic Committee and UEFA are missing at this point.

The Saudi Arabia hunger to bring in established European stars seems insatiable, despite the onboardings of superstars such as Benzema, Ronaldo and Neymar.

Zidane, Mourinho and Conte Among Saudi Arabia Targets

October 24, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Transfer Market

The Saudi Arabia hunger to bring in established European stars seems insatiable, despite the onboardings of superstars such as Karim Benzema, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar. The nation has spent at least €6B since 2021 for sports at large and continues to shed hundreds of millions to draw attention.

Tonali is expected to be handed a lengthy ban, and Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has offered support to the ex-Rossoneri during these tough times.

Newcastle Boss Howe Offers Support to Tonali Amid Betting Scandal

October 20, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Italy, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A

With Nicolo Fagioli receiving a 12-month ban, with five months suspended, the next in line is Sandro Tonali. The former Milan midfielder is set to be handed an even lengthier ban in comparison to his compatriot, and Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has thrown his support behind Tonali during these tough times.

Little did anyone expect Cagliari icon Gigi Riva to hold on to his record of being Italy’s top goalscorer for 50 years. He last scored back in October 1973.

Gigi Riva Celebrates 50-Year Italy Goalscoring Record Anniversary

October 20, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Italy, Switzerland

Little did anyone expect Gigi Riva to hold on to his record of being Italy’s top goalscorer for 50 years. The Azzurri legend last scored a goal back on 20 October 1973, taking his tally to 35 goals from 42 caps, when Italy beat Switzerland 2-0 in the 1974 World Cup qualifiers.

The MLS Players’ Association has released its salary guide, with Messi the top earner in the North American league. The top five includes two Italians.

Messi Highest MLS Earner, Two Italians in Top Five

October 19, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, MLS, Serie A, Transfer Market

The Major League Soccer Players’ Association (MLSPA) has released its 2023 salary guide, with Inter Miami's Lionel Messi undoubtedly the top earner in the North American league, following his move from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer. While the 2022 World Cup winner takes the top spot, the top five also includes two Italians.

Lucas Beltran has been called up by Argentina in the last two international breaks, but he has yet to debut with La Seleccion.

New Fiorentina Center-Forward Still an Option for Italy

October 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Argentina, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri

Lucas Beltran has been called up by Argentina in the last two international breaks, but he has yet to debut with La Seleccion, and therefore, he’s still technically available for Luciano Spalletti, should he agree to switch his allegiance. Italy’s search for a no.9 is never-ending.

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