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Monza already secured two new starters in Alessio Cragno and Andrea Ranocchia and continue to go big-game hunting in the transfer market.

Monza Transfer Market Plans Include Inter and Napoli Rejects

June 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Cagliari, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, PSG, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

Monza already secured two new starters in Alessio Cragno and Andrea Ranocchia and continue to go big-game hunting in the transfer market. The Brianzoli are openly chasing after Stefano Sensi, Matteo Pessina and Andrea Pinamonti.

Andrea Belotti has decided to leave Torino, but it is not yet known which team he will join. The contract of the striker runs out in June.

Belotti Touted for Torino Exit After Long Back and Forth

June 15, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Monza, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

Andrea Belotti has decided to leave Torino, but it is not known which team he will join. The contract of the striker runs out in June. The Granata tried to convince him with multiple offers but to no avail. He communicated his choice to the club.

Joao Pedro Reluctant to Concede Defeat in Relegation Race

May 16, 2022 Marko Vrakela Cagliari, Inter, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Cagliari are on the verge of being relegated from Serie A for the first time since 2014/15 after Inter conquered Sardegna Arena on Sunday night. The title-battling Nerazzurri cruised to a 3-1 win at Sardinia as Lautaro Martinez bagged another brace to put the Islanders in an awkward spot ahead of the final weekend.

Roberto Mancini has announced a 33-man team for the upcoming World Cup playoffs. As expected, the Azzurri coach picked Joao Pedro over Mario Balotelli.

Mancini Names Extra-Large Italy Squad for World Cup Playoffs

March 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri, World Cup, World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

Roberto Mancini has announced a 33-man team for the upcoming World Cup playoffs. As expected, the Azzurri coach picked Joao Pedro over Mario Balotelli to fill out the attack. He called up a deep roster to better deal with illnesses, fatigue, and bruises. A few players are returning after some time.

Roberto Mancini issued his call-ups for the upcoming Italy matches, naming a large squad as usual. The coach will have 39 men at his disposal.

Mancini Mulling Over Final Selections for World Cup Playoffs

March 15, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, World Cup 2022, World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

Roberto Mancini will name the squad for the World Cup playoffs Friday. He plans to call up a large roster for the occasion. While the core group of the Euro will mostly be untouched, he is weighing a few names on the fringes. He is also keeping tabs on a few potentially key injuries.

Despite having to go through the playoffs, Roberto Mancini is confident Italy will make it to the World Cup and maybe even win it.

Mancini Sure About Italy World Cup Chances, Weigh Newcomers

December 27, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italy, The Azzurri, World Cup

Despite having to go through the playoffs, Roberto Mancini is confident Italy will make it to the World Cup and maybe even win it. The national team coach detailed the Azzurri's recent issues and the potential additions to the squad and said his piece on Jorginho not winning the Ballon d'Or.

Italy Opponents Set for World Cup Final-Four Style Playoff

November 26, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Portugal, The Azzurri, World Cup

Italy might have to beat Cristiano Ronaldo to make it to Qatar. The Azzurri and Portugal have been drawn in the Path C of the World Cup playoff and could meet in the final. Roberto Mancini’s team will face North Macedonia first. Turkey is the remaining member of the pool.

Cagliari Exec Proposes Striker for Italy, Dishes on Nandez

November 19, 2021 Enrico Passarella Cagliari, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, The Azzurri, Transfer Market

One of the most prolific Serie A players of the past few seasons might come to the rescue of the Azzurri. Cagliari director Stefano Capozucca suggested that Joao Pedro got the Italian citizenship four years ago through marriage. He also addressed the recent buzz about Nandez.

Serie A Matchday 2: Milan – Cagliari Match Preview and Lineups

August 29, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Cagliari, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

San Siro is the venue as strong-starting Milan welcome Cagliari in their final Serie A fixture ahead of the international break. Despite missing the likes of Frank Kessie and Zlatan Ibrahimovic, the Rossoneri head into proceedings as hot favorites to claim all three points.

Atlanta United Making Serious Push to Bring Cagliari Star to the MLS

July 30, 2021 Enrico Passarella Cagliari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Cagliari are at risk of losing their long-time offensive linchpin Joao Pedro. Atlanta United has placed a lucrative bid for him and the club, and they are considering it. However, they need to close the deal in a hurry because the transfer market window ends in a week in MLS. Their initial €10M was rejected by the Sardinians, who want more.

Serie A Matchday 37: Milan – Cagliari Match Preview

May 16, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Cagliari, Serie A

Milan's pursuit of the top-four finish in Serie A continues this weekend as they welcome resurgent Cagliari to the Stadio San Siro on Sunday evening. Juventus' 3-2 win against Inter in the Derby d'Italia put the Rossoneri in a precarious position as they cannot afford to drop points here.

From cheeky lobs to threaded through balls, everything was on offer in Italian top-flight football. Here are our picks for top 5 goals from Round 14

Top 5 Goals of Serie A Round 14: Messias Wins It for Crotone

December 25, 2020 Awais Khan Benevento, Bologna, Cagliari, Crotone, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Top 5, Top 5 Goals

Prior to heading into the festive break, there were goals galore in Serie A as 35 goals were recorded. Crotone's Junior Messias with his long-range lob gets the plaudits but there were other notable mentions as well. From cheeky lobs to threaded through balls and some penalty box curlers, everything was on offer in Italian top-flight football. Here are our picks for top 5 goals from Round 14.

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