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Davide Frattesi hasn’t had the prominent role he perhaps hoped for in his first Inter season, but he doesn’t regret the choice he made last summer.

Player Ratings: Inter 4-3 Barcelona – Frattesi Catapults Nerazzurri to Munich

May 7, 2025 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Player Ratings, Serie A

Inter pulled off a phenomenal 4-3 extra-time win over runaway La Liga leaders Barcelona to lock down a place in the Champions League final. Simone Inzaghi's side won one of the most sensational semi-final ties in the competition's history.

Champions League Preview: Inter vs Barcelona – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

May 6, 2025 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Serie A One comment

A place in the Champions League final is on the line as Inter and Barcelona square off at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza. A goal-glutted 3-3 draw in last week's first leg at Montjuic left this blockbuster tie evenly poised ahead of the return fixture.

The future of Theo Hernandez at Milan was already in serious jeopardy due to the stalling extension talks, and his silly red card against Feyenoord.

Real Madrid Weigh Up ‘Bargain’ Deal for Milan Superstar

May 3, 2025 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, La Liga, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan star Theo Hernandez could return to Real Madrid this summer after Los Blancos identified him as a concrete target. According to Spanish outlet AS via Calciomercato, the reigning La Liga holders are keen to re-sign the French left-back at a 'bargain price.'

Conference League Preview: Betis vs Fiorentina – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

May 1, 2025 Marko Vrakela Conference League, European Conference League, Fiorentina, International Football, Serie A

Consecutive UEFA Europa Conference League finalists Fiorentina head to Spain to take Real Betis in the first leg of their semi-final tie. Thursday's encounter at Estadio Benito Villamarin marks the first-ever competitive meeting between these two teams, though they've faced each other twice in friendlies.

Inter are reeling after the rough loss versus Milan in the return leg of the Coppa Italia Derby and the costly slip-up versus Bologna.

Player Ratings: Barcelona 3-3 Inter – Dumfries Is Force of Nature

April 30, 2025 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Player Ratings, Serie A

Inter and Barcelona threw a spectacle at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys in the first leg of their blockbuster Champions League semi-final tie. Simone Inzaghi's side held runaway La Liga leaders to a goal-glutted 3-3 draw to keep their hopes of securing a second appearance in the grand final in three years firmly alive.

Champions League Preview: Barcelona vs Inter – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

April 29, 2025 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, La Liga, Serie A

Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys forms the backdrop for the first leg of Inter Milan's Champions League semi-final tie against Barcelona. Wednesday's clash in Catalonia finds two sides in different mental and fitness conditions, favoring the home team.

A visit by Cesc Fabregas to Madrid didn’t clarify the future of Nico Paz. Roma and Napoli have started tracking him, in addition to Inter.

Como Determined to Keep Hold of Inter Target Despite Real Madrid Buyback Clause

April 20, 2025 Marko Vrakela Como, Inter Milan, La Liga, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Serie A minnows Como are hellbent on keeping hold of star playmaker Nico Paz for another season despite several roadblocks. Per Fabrizio Romano, Cesc Fabregas holds the young gun in the highest esteem and wants to build his side around him next term.

Barcelona Handed Major Injury Blow Ahead of Inter Showdown

April 20, 2025 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, La Liga, Serie A

Runaway La Liga leaders Barcelona will likely encounter Inter in their heavyweight Champions League semi-final tie without Robert Lewandowski. According to the club's statement on X, the Polish veteran has sustained a semitendinosus injury and will undergo careful examinations in the coming days.

Atalanta have Jhon Lucumì in their crosshairs to bolster their rearguard in January, but they’ll have to empty their coffers to sway Bologna.

Barcelona Set Sights on In-Demand Bologna Defender

April 12, 2025 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Bologna, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market

Sought-after Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi has emerged as a concrete target for Barcelona ahead of the summer transfer window. According to Spanish outlet Diario AS, runaway La Liga leaders have earmarked the Colombian star as a summer objective.

Inter are looking for a young defender and have laid eyes on Sam Beukema, who’s having a solid maiden Serie A season at Bologna.

Real Madrid Join Race for Sought-After Bologna Defender

April 6, 2025 Marko Vrakela Bologna, Inter Milan, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Bologna defender Sam Beukema has emerged as a concrete defensive target for a number of top European clubs, including Inter. According to Spanish outlet Sport, La Liga giants Real Madrid have recently joined the queue.

Moise Kean has been in tremendous form all season long after leaving Juventus to join Fiorentina. The two sides will collide in the upcoming matchday.

Barcelona Weigh Up Summer Bid for Fiorentina Star

April 5, 2025 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Fiorentina, La Liga, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Moise Kean's red-hot form for Fiorentina this season has reportedly caught the eye of several top European clubs. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, La Liga heavyweights Barcelona have emerged as the latest admirers of the sought-after 25-year-old.

Rafael Leao understands the frustration of the faithful, who loudly protested against the squad and the ownership as the Genoa game was winding down.

Milan Star Forward Eyes Departure Amid Dressing Room Struggles

March 22, 2025 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Barcelona, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan superstar Rafael Leao could leave the club in the summer transfer window, especially if the Rossoneri fail to secure European football. According to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, Leao's agent, Jorge Mendes, is tirelessly working behind the scenes to facilitate his summer exit.

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