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Serie A Spotlight: Milan Firing on All Cylinders, Roma Win Derby & More

April 8, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023 Leave a comment

Serie A Gameweek 31 is edging to a close, with Monday's game between Udinese and Inter dropping the curtain on another exciting round. Let's look at the most captivating stories of the first springtime weekend in Italy's top flight.

It was not just points that Milan lost against Lecce, with Rafael Leao and Calabria also picking up knocks that is bound to lay them off for a short period.

Rafael Leao Backed to Stay at Milan Amid PSG Talks

April 7, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A Leave a comment

Reputed journalist Gianluca Di Marzio is adamant Rafael Leao sees his future at Milan despite ranking high on Paris Saint-Germain's list of targets. Les Parisiens have identified the 24-year-old winger as a perfect candidate to fill Kylian Mbappe's shoes at the Parc des Princes.

Roma announced that Daniele De Rossi would still be their coach next season Thursday. However, they didn’t disclose the details of the agreement.

Roma Know What They Can Expect from Milan on Thursday

April 7, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Europa League, Roma, Serie A Leave a comment

Roma manager Daniele De Rossi is optimistic about his side's chances of making it out of a blockbuster Europa League quarter-final tie against Milan. After overseeing a tight 1-0 win in Saturday's Derby della Capitale against Lazio, the ex-midfielder prepares for another high-profile challenge as Giallorossi take on Rossoneri on Thursday.

Tijjani Reijnders has had a strong impact following his transfer from AZ Alkmaar and is enjoying his new life in Milan. He talked about his move.

Tijjani Reijnders Hails Milan After Lecce Win

April 6, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Milan strolled to a 3-0 home win against 10-man Lecce on Saturday afternoon, temporarily reducing the gap on Serie A leaders Inter to 11 points. Stefano Pioli's side laid the foundation for a fifth consecutive league win with a first-half blitz, netting two unanswered goals within the opening 20 minutes.

Charles De Ketelaere has had a solid season at Atalanta, but his club won’t rush the call on his outright acquisition from Milan.

Atalanta Not Expediting Acquisition of Milan Loanee

April 5, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Charles De Ketelaere has had a solid season at Atalanta, but his club won’t rush the call on his outright acquisition. It’s not so certain it will happen at the sums the parties negotiated last summer. He has tallied 10 goals and 7 assists in 34 fixtures.

Stefano Pioli might do it again and be confirmed on the Milan bench despite seemingly having a foot out of the door for a few months.

Milan in a Dangerously Intriguing Spot with Coach Pioli

April 5, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Stefano Pioli might do it again and be confirmed on the Milan bench despite seemingly having a foot out of the door for a few months. Like in the past, when Ralf Rangnick was very close to replacing him, a stellar finish might help his case.

Two of the top Milan executives, Geoffrey Moncada and Antonio D’Ottavio, spent some time in Germany in recent weeks to scout a few players directly.

Milan Brass Makes Germany Trip, Delineates Priorities

April 4, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Stuttgart, Transfer Market, Wolfsburg

Two of the top Milan executives, Geoffrey Moncada and Antonio D’Ottavio, spent some time in Germany in recent weeks to scout a few players directly and open communications with their respective teams and camps. A few Bundesliga options are in their crosshairs.

Milan will have to spend big to purchase Joshua Zirkzee, and convincing Bologna to sell will be harder than persuading the player.

Milan Have a Leg Up on EPL Competition for Zirkzee

April 4, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Arsenal, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan will have to spend big to purchase Joshua Zirkzee, and convincing Bologna to sell will be harder than persuading the player. The striker isn’t afraid of the pressure of San Siro and would like to continue in Serie A

Milan are searching for a new center-back and striker and could revisit two of their old targets, Chelsea’s Benoit Badiashile and Lille’s Jonathan David.

Milan Might Reconsider Chelsea Defender and Lille Star

April 3, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Lille, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan are searching for a new center-back and a new striker and are ready to revisit two of their old targets in those roles, Chelsea’s Benoit Badiashile and Lille’s Jonathan Lille. They are on great terms with both sides.

Riccardo Calafiori has drawn the attention of the top clubs thanks to his great season at Bologna, where he developed into a top-shelf center-back.

Clause Cramps Sale of Spurs and Juventus Mark Calafiori

April 3, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Riccardo Calafiori has drawn the attention of the top clubs thanks to his great season at Bologna, where he developed into a top-shelf center-back after starring on the wing earlier in his career. On the other hand, it’ll take a significant sum to sign him.

Milan pursued Assan Ouédraogo in the past and are ready to rekindle their interest now that his release clause will come into effect.

Milan Continue to Be Interested in Schalke 04 Starlet

April 3, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Schalke 04, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan pursued Assan Ouédraogo in the past and are ready to rekindle their interest now that his release clause will come into effect, which wasn’t the case previously. They signed Malick Thiaw from Schalke 04 two years ago and have been fully satisfied by such a deal.

Tops and Flops of Serie A Round 30: Sensational Leao, Perplexed Allegri

April 2, 2024 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Atalanta, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Tactical Trends

Milan are attempting to play catchup, with a hard-fought victory in Florence confirming their revival. As for Juventus, they continue to sink deeper and deeper, setting negative records with every passing week. So let's look back on the action of the exciting weekend while enlisting the Tops and Flops from Serie A Round 30.

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