Chelsea See Initial Bid for ‘Next Marco Verratti’ Rejected by Inter
Inter’s negotiations with Chelsea for Romelu Lukaku ended up bringing a certain class-of-2003 Nerazzurri prodigy - Cesare Casadei - into the crosshairs of the Blues.
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Italy-Switzerland to Be Granted Exception, Mancini Loses Starter
The Azzurri will be able to count on a packed Stadio Olimpico for the deciding World Cup qualifier against Switzerland. The match will receive an exception and have 100 percent capacity rather than 75 like Serie A games. On the other hand, Marco Verratti just picked up a significant injury.
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Verratti Committs to Spending the Rest of His Playing Career at PSG
Marco Verratti has ruled out leaving PSG for another top European team. The midfielder is currently under contract until 2024. After hanging his cleats, he will head back to his hometown Pescara, where he first blossomed. "I have fallen in love with this club and found everything I was looking for here."
Luis Enrique Praises Azzurri, Names Teenage Sensation Gavi’s Italian Idol
Luis Enrique’s Spain avenged their EURO 2020 semi-final defeat against the Azzurri by beating them 2-1 in the same stage of the UEFA Nations League on Wednesday evening.
PSG Off to Flying Ligue 1 Start Without Gianluigi Donnarumma and Marco Verratti
Despite missing some key players and new additions, Paris Saint-Germain got off to a flying start to the new Ligue 1 campaign. Last season's runners-up claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory at newly-promoted Troyes on Saturday evening in their league curtain-raiser.
Verratti: “The PK for England Was Generous, But Final Was Deserved”
Marco Verratti spoke to the press from Coverciano earlier today: “England are physical and have some highly technical players. They deserved to reach the final." He dished on the dubious PK given to England against Denmark: "It was a generous call, I would not have awarded it. The referee will not be a factor Sunday" He added: "Wembley will push us too, it will be very motivating. It would be a dream to win this scenario."
Verratti: “Italy Must Think Big, I Thank Coach Mancini for Waiting for Me”
Italy midfielder Marco Verratti talked to UEFA about his return from injury and other Italy-related topics ahead of the Round of 16 match versus Austria. "It was surely thrilling. I am happy to be back doing what I love, playing football." He dished on the midfield of the Azzurri, the work of coach Mancini, the vital role played by Jorginho, the next opponents, and the return of the Pescara trio with Ciro Immobile and Lorenzo Insigne.
How Should Italy Line-up Following The Return of Verratti?
Whilst Roberto Mancini opted for a heavy rotation in the last encounter, the Best XI is expected to return for the round of 16 on Saturday. But the question is: Who will Mancini drop in the middle of the park in order to accommodate the retuning Paris Saint Germain star? Let's have a look at the options before coming into a final conclusion.
Roberto Mancini Thrilled as Italy Cruise to Euro 2020 Knock-Outs with 100% Record
Italy finished their Euro 2020 group stage campaign with flying colors, overcoming a 10-man Wales side 1-0 at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday. The Italians have finished top of Group A with all three victories and a +7 goal difference, keeping a clean sheet in each match so far.
Italy Lose Another Regular Midfielder as Lorenzo Pellegrini Bows Out
Italy coach Roberto Mancini is forced to make a second change to his initial midfield. Lorenzo Pellegrini picked up a thigh problem in practice and has been ruled out for the Euro. Gaetano Castrovilli will take his place on the roster. On the other hand, Marco Verratti is improving and could be ready for the second match. Elsewhere, Spain's Diego Llorente has been deemed a false positive, while Karim Benzema avoided serious injuries.
Van de Beek and Milik to Miss Euro Due to Injury, Spain Facing COVID
Euro 2020 lost two more well-known players as Donny van de Beek and Arkadiusz Milik will sit out due to injuries. The Dutch star missed the warm-ups and has not been able to recover, while the Polish striker is dealing with a meniscus problem. Neither will be replaced by their respective coaches. Spain has called up five new players to be ready if there were further Coronavirus cases inside the squad after Sergio Busquets.
England Draft Ben White to Replace Alexander-Arnold for Euro 2020
England have announced that Ben White will substitute Trent Alexander-Arnold on the Euro 2020 squad. The Brighton defender was one of the final cuts out from the provisional 33-man roster. The 23-year-old center-back made his debut with the Three Lions in the recent friendly against Austria after an impressive campaign. His versatility contributed to the choice, as he can play either as center-back or as a holding midfielder.