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Roma Star Nicola Zalewski Readying Lawsuit Against Fabrizio Corona

October 14, 2023 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A

Away on international duty with the Poland U-21 squad, Roma ace Nicola Zalewski contemplates suing columnist Fabrizio Corona over false accusations. According to Calcio e Finanza, the 21-year-old could launch legal action against the illegal betting scandal whistleblower.

Juventus Starlet Has Substantial Gambling Debt

October 14, 2023 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A 2 comments

Another illegal betting scandal continues to shake Italian football, with Juventus youngster Nicolo Fagioli at the thick of it. Alongside Newcastle United playmaker Sandro Tonali and West Ham forward Nicolo Zaniolo, the 22-year-old has come under the spotlight for the wrong reasons.

With Paul Pogba out of the picture and Nicolò Fagioli potentially facing a ban too, Juventus will have to intervene in the midfield in January.

Juventus Assessing January Option to Restore Midfield

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Borussia Moenchengladbach, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Monaco, Nice, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market

With Paul Pogba out of the picture and Nicolò Fagioli potentially facing a ban too, Juventus will have to intervene in the midfield in January. Their list of targets for the role is growing quickly. As their directors stated, they’ll hunt for opportunities.

Juventus are in advanced talks to extend the contract of Nicolò Fagioli despite his seven-month suspension. The signature is expected to arrive soon.

Betting Scandal Poised to Extend to a Few More Players

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Aston Villa, Italian Football, Juventus, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

The illegal betting case embroiling Nicolò Fagioli, Sandro Tonali, and Nicolò Zaniolo is set to expand to further players. Differently from the previous ones that have rocked Italian football in recent decades, there’s no suspicion of match-fixing. Still, its ramifications from the sporting standpoint risk being hefty.

Sandro Tonali was questioned for two and a half hours by the Turin’s DA office on Tuesday and admitted to betting on football matches too.

Illegal Gambling Case Expands to Tonali and Zaniolo

October 12, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Aston Villa, Italian Football, Newcastle United, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Two Italy and Premier League stars, Sandro Tonali and Nicolò Zaniolo, have been excused by the Azzurri and after the police showed up at the Coverciano HQ to notify them of the investigation on illegal gambling. The two talked with the detectives for a while accompanied by delegation leader Gianluigi Buffon.

The lawyers of Nicolò Fagioli, who’s under investigation for using illegal gambling sites, relayed: “Our client is tackling the matter with responsibility."

Lawyers of Fagioli Comments on His Legal Troubles

October 12, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024 One comment

The lawyers of Nicolò Fagioli, who’s under investigation for using illegal gambling sites, relayed that he self-reported: “As it pertains to the recent news, our client is tackling the matter with responsibility and the intent of maximum transparency and collaboration with the judicial and sports authorities."

Nicolò Fagioli has finalized his plea bargain with the FIGC’s federal prosecutor and will serve a seven-month suspension for illegal bets.

Juventus Midfielder Fagioli Accused of Illegal Gambling

October 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Nicolò Fagioli has been reportedly under investigation by Turin’s DA office for a few months as he’s suspected of utilizing illegal gambling sites. His name popped up during a local probe. His position is marginal from a criminal standpoint but could have severe ramifications on his career.

Juventus haven’t won in a month and coach Massimiliano Allegri is looking new tactical solutions in order to get out of their rut.

Allegri Talks Vlahovic, Chiesa, Berardi, and Magnanelli

September 22, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri discussed the level of fitness of Dusan Vlahovic and Federico Chiesa and more ahead of Saturday’s clash with Sassuolo: “They followed a specialized program for one day due to small problems, but they are fully available for this match."

Juventus welcomed Luciano Spalletti at their training center on Wednesday for a high-intensity practice session that left some dings and bruises.

Juventus Test New Midfield while Italy Coach Visits

September 21, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Juventus welcomed Luciano Spalletti at their training center on Wednesday for a high-intensity practice session that left some dings and bruises. Alex Sandro bowed out early sporting an icepack on his thigh and will probably have to miss some time. Massimiliano Allegri experimented with new solutions.

Roberto Mancini previewed the upcoming Azzurri call-ups and matches and commented on Napoli, Serie A, and more in an interview.

Mancini on Napoli, Retegui, Zaniolo, and Juventus Duo

March 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella England, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, The Azzurri

Roberto Mancini previewed the upcoming Azzurri call-ups and commented on Napoli, Serie A, and the upcoming clash with England in an interview: “I hope it will be a good game. The stadium will be packed as always. Naples will help us. They are a strong opponent."

Juventus vs Inter last week ended in ugly scenes towards the business end, as the Nerazzurri mustered a leveler via Romelu Lukaku in the 95th minute.

Juventus Official Discusses Upcoming Appeal and More

February 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Juventus sporting director Francesco Calvo weighed in on the impact of the point deduction and the legal battle that will soon reprise: "We suffered the impact of the sanction at first. It confounded and discombobulated us. However, the team is focused on the pitch and getting results now."

Following the massive point deduction, Juventus face an uphill battle to qualify for a continental cup for 2023/2024, but many players are expected to stay.

Juventus Exodus Improbable Despite Likely Cup-less Year

February 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Following the point deduction, Juventus face an uphill battle to qualify for a continental cup for 2023/2024. They either have to score a judicial victory, but they’ll face further trials down the line, or win either Europa League or Coppa Italia. They have a double-digit deficit compared to the sixth-placed Lazio.

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