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PSG Won’t Upset Juventus Apple Cart on Thiago Motta

May 8, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

PSG were considered a potential threat to Juventus in the race to appoint Thiago Motta since he has deep ties with the French powerhouse. While their Champions League elimination could have further fueled the buzz, owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi nipped the problem in the bud.

Luis Enrique is aware of Milan’s stature on the European level, with PSG set to take on the seven-time UCL winners in a highly-anticipated clash in Paris.

PSG Coach Luis Enrique Previews UCL Encounter vs Milan

October 24, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Champions League, Italian Football, Paris Saint Germain, PSG, Serie A

Luis Enrique is aware of Milan’s stature on the European level, with Paris Saint-Germain set to take on the seven-time UEFA Champions League title holders in a highly-anticipated encounter at Parc des Princes. The Rossoneri are yet to taste a victory after consecutive stalemates, while PSG will look to bounce back

Aurelio De Laurentiis commented on the recent events at Napoli and the future of Rudi Garcia ahead of the resumption of Serie A.

De Laurentiis Comments on Garcia and Coaching Search

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis spoke candidly about what’s happening at the club during an event: "“It’s a difficult moment with Rudi Garcia at the helm. The coach and the sporting director are at my service. I’ll make the most opportune choices when the times will be right."

Marco Verratti left PSG to join Al-Arabi last September after a long transfer saga where he was linked to multiple sides after being targeted by Enrique.

New PSG Coach Luis Enrique Drove Verratti Out of Town

October 4, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Ligue 1, PSG, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri, Transfer Market

Marco Verratti left PSG to join Al-Arabi last September after a long transfer saga where he was linked to multiple sides, and his move needed some time to fully come together. The Qatari club spent €45M in the end, and he inked a two-year contract.

Rudi Garcia agreed to a two-year contract with an option with Napoli and will earn €3M per season. Aurelio De Laurentiis didn't want to wait any longer.

How Napoli Came to Their Surprising Coaching Decision

June 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Rudi Garcia agreed to a two-year contract with an option with Napoli and will earn €3M per season. The wages would have changed, but president Aurelio De Laurentiis had prepared the same deal for all the candidates. The gaffer is back in Italy after seven years abroad.

Napoli are regrouping after failing to sway one of their preferred options to replace Luciano Spalletti, Luis Enrique, at least for the time being.

New Twists and Turns in the Napoli Coaching Search

June 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Napoli, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Napoli are regrouping after failing to sway one of their preferred options to replace Luciano Spalletti, Luis Enrique, at least for the time being. President Aurelio De Laurentiis is playing on multiple tables. There doesn’t appear to be a clear favorite just yet amid a host of rumors.

Luis Enrique has been indicated as the primary candidate to replace Luciano Spalletti in the Napoli dugout. However, the parties are distant.

De Laurentiis Laments Problems in Luis Enrique Pursuit

May 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Napoli, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Luis Enrique has been indicated as the primary candidate to replace Luciano Spalletti in the Napoli dugout. However, the parties struggled to come to an understanding. President Aurelio De Laurentiis declared that the coach was probably headed elsewhere: "He wants to go to the Premier League."

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis announced that Luciano Spalletti would step down at the end of the season as he wants a sabbatical.

De Laurentiis Confirms Rumors About Spalletti Exit

May 29, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis announced that Luciano Spalletti would step down at the end of the season. The official motivated the choice of the coach during an interview: “He told me that his cycle has ended. He did the best he could and asked me for a sabbatical."

Totti Backs Napoli to Hire Ex-Spain Coach Enrique

May 26, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma icon Francesco Totti has backed Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis to hire Luis Enrique as Luciano Spalletti’s successor. The Partenopei reportedly have Enrique and Antonio Conte atop their shortlist, with the former in pole position in arrive ahead of next season.

Napoli president De Laurentiis has Luis Enrique and Antonio Conte in his sights to replace Luciano Spalletti, as their relationship is strained.

De Laurentiis Prioritizes Luis Enrique to Succeed Spalletti

May 26, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Luciano Spalletti’s future at Napoli has become increasingly hazy in recent weeks, and the Partenopei, led by president Aurelio De Laurentiis, reportedly have two world-class tacticians already shortlisted to potentially replace the Certaldo-born manager.

Napoli Test the Waters for a Few Potential Managers

May 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bologna, Brighton, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Napoli were blindsided by Luciano Spalletti’s decision to leave but will have a few weeks to identify their next coach. President Aurelio De Laurentiis has inquired about a few options and is evaluating the pros and cons of each. The president wouldn't mind bringing in a foreign gaffer.

Spurs Draw Five-Man Shortlist to Replace Italy-Bound Conte

March 29, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Antonio Conte and Tottenham Hotspur parted ways after 16 months by mutual consent after the Italian tactician blasted the club and its players in a remarkable interview. It is unclear whom Daniel Levy and Fabio Paratici will hire in North London to succeed the ex-Chelsea and Inter manager.

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