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Lazio Player Ratings vs Inter: Marusic’s Mishap

December 17, 2023 Davide Kociu Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Player Ratings, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Inter were on top of the table by one point coming into this game and their mission was to extend this lead to four points by capitalising on Juventus' 1-1 draw away to Genoa under the Friday night lights. However the Nerazzurri hadn't beaten Lazio away since 2018. That changed tonight though.

Luciano Spalletti has issued the final squad list for the Ukraine game, where Italy will need to avoid losing to finish second and qualify for Euro 2024.

Spalletti Cuts Starter in Italy Call-Ups Versus Ukraine

November 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Euro 2024, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

Luciano Spalletti has issued the final squad list for the Ukraine game, where Italy will need to avoid losing to finish second and qualify for Euro 2024 directly without going through the playoff. The most notable exclusion is Domenico Berardi, who started against North Macedonia but had an underwhelming performance.

A few months before the European Championship, Italy still haven’t found a surefire no.9 to rely on. The possible options have all had challenging seasons

Italy Finalize Squad List for North Macedonia Match

November 17, 2023 Enrico Passarella Euro 2024, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri

Italy gaffer Luciano Spalletti has issued his final call-ups for Friday’s game versus North Macedonia. Five players will watch the tilt from the stands since they can’t all be on the bench. Vicario, Colpani, who'll have to wait for his debut, Biraghi, and Kean miss out.

Davide Calabria was set to make his Italy return, but he bowed out after suffering a minor thigh problem against Lecce, leaving Spalletti in a pickle.

Lazio Fullback Being Considered to Address Italy Void

November 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Davide Calabria was set to make his Italy return, but he bowed out after suffering a minor thigh problem against Lecce. Luciano Spalletti has called up two right-backs, Giovanni Di Lorenzo and Matteo Darmian. The former has to serve a disqualification in Friday’s game versus North Macedonia.

Luca Torreira could have returned to Italy this summer, as Lazio pursued him, but the negotiations didn’t go through because of an injury.

Sarri Eager to Add Established Players to Lazio Squad

June 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market, West Ham

Maurizio Sarri wants players ready to contribute right away as part of his plans to revamp the Lazio roster. They need to add depth following the Champions League qualification. Rather than bringing in youngsters, the gaffer prefers proven commodities. A few backups could be allowed to leave.

Inter need to negotiate some more with Club Brugge to sign Tajon Buchanan, who might end up replacing Denzel Dumfries given the challenging extension talks.

Inter Took Another Close Look at Future Target Buchanan

February 17, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

An Inter scout was spotted in the stands of the recent game between Club Brugge and Benfica to scout a few players, in particular Tajon Buchanan. The Canadian winger caught the Nerazzurri’s attention during the World Cup. He’s one of the main candidates to succeed Denzel Dumfries on the right flank.

Manuel Lazzari has penned a new contract with Lazio, which the club will formalize soon. Danilo Cataldi and Luka Romero are next in line.

Lazio Line Up Multiple Extensions, Seek New Left-Back

November 22, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Cremonese, Empoli, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Manuel Lazzari has penned a new contract with Lazio, as the club just formalized. The Biancocelesti won’t stop there, as Danilo Cataldi and Luka Romero are next in line. The management is also negotiating with Felipe Anderson. The officials are trying to identify the right piece for the left flank.

Claudio Lotito and Maurizio Sarri aren’t seeing eye to eye in the current transfer market window, as Lazio have been largely inactive in the past few weeks.

Sarri Calls World Cup in Qatar ‘an Insult to Football’

November 11, 2022 Enrico Passarella Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, World Cup, World Cup 2022

The break comes at an inopportune time for Lazio, which are hitting their strides. Coach Maurizio Sarri didn’t mince words about the unusual schedule and the Winter World Cup during the post-game presser: "It’s an insult to football. Somebody has to explain to me what Qatar gives to the sport."

Inter have identified Denzel Dumfries as the player to profit from by the end of the balance session to adhere to the request of their Chinese ownership.

Inter Shortlist Three Alternatives for the Right Flank

August 1, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Torino, Transfer Market

With Chelsea and Manchester United tracking Denzel Dumfries, Inter are quietly considering possible replacements. Milan Skriniar is now closer to staying, so the Dutchman might be made available to help the team’s finances.

Juan Musso has not fully lived up to expectations this season, and Atalanta will consider partying ways with him in the summer.

Atalanta Mulling Over Surprising Changing of the Guard

May 5, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Lazio, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Juan Musso has not fully lived up to expectations this season, and Atalanta will consider partying ways with him in the summer. However, it will take a considerable offer. La Dea would be looking to recoup the €20M investment, if not even turn in a profit.

Despite the confidence recently displayed by president Claudio Lotito, it is uncertain that Maurizio Sarri will remain the Lazio coach next season.

Sarri Thrilled with Sassuolo Win: “Lazio Felt Shame After Derby Defeat”

April 2, 2022 Marko Vrakela Lazio, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Lazio returned to winning ways in Serie A following a disheartening 3-0 loss to bitter rivals Roma by ensuring a 2-1 home triumph over in-form Sassuolo. Maurizio Sarri's men came out on top of Saturday's action-packed affair at the Stadio Olimpico to reignite their hopes of securing a top-six finish.

Atalanta are tracking some targets to replace Robin Gosens, but it is not a guarantee they will bring in a new piece since they have depth in the role.

Atalanta Mulling Over Candidates to Substitute Robin Gosens

January 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Genoa, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A

Atalanta are tracking some targets to replace Robin Gosens. They inquired about three options in particular. However, they might ultimately elect not to sign any new player in the final days of the January window. CEO Luca Percassi bid farewell to their ace: "He has given us a lot over the last few years."

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