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Milan Tipped to Be Keen on Torino Midfielder Ricci

December 25, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market

Milan will focus on finding one or more defenders in the early days of January, but they could also sign a midfielder if Rade Krunic departed, and they tested the waters for Samuele Ricci. The Rossoneri expect Ismael Bennacer to be called up for AFCON. They lost Tommaso Pobega to a long-term injury.

Nicolò Rovella hasn’t fared as well as Lazio expected when they brought him from Juventus last summer. The Biancocelesti got him at an advantageous formula.

Lazio Considering Another Attempt for Torino Midfielder

November 30, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market

Nicolò Rovella hasn’t fared as well as Lazio expected when they brought him in from Juventus last summer. The Biancocelesti got him at a very advantageous formula. While he has unseated Danilo Cataldi for the most part, he hasn’t been a cornerstone nor particularly brilliant.

Italy qualified for Euro 2024 by the skin of their teeth avoiding the playoff. Their title defense will likely face big obstacles right from the get-go.

Italy Boss Shorlists Five Serie A Talents for Crunch Euro 2024 Qualifiers

October 28, 2023 Marko Vrakela Italy, Serie A

Italy delivered a mixed bag of performance during October's international break, casting some doubt on their bid to qualify for next summer's Euro 2024. Following a 4-0 demolition of Malta, Gli Azzurri collapsed at Wembley, going down 3-1 to England.

Luciano Spalletti has called up Stephan El Shaarawy to replace Nicolò Zaniolo, who left Coverciano along with Sandro Tonali.

Roma Attacker Makes His Italy Return After Two Years

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino

Luciano Spalletti has called up Stephan El Shaarawy to replace Nicolò Zaniolo, who left Coverciano along with Sandro Tonali after being questioned by the police about illegal gambling. The midfielder hasn’t been replaced yet. The Roma forward makes his Azzurri return after two years.

Lazio have taken their interest in Samuele Ricci to the next level and put forth a solid offer to convince Torino to sell.

Torino Ace Expects Tough Derby della Mole Clash vs Juventus

October 3, 2023 Akhil Fisher Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Torino

Torino midfielder Samuele Ricci anticipates a difficult match against Juventus in the Derby della Mole, as the Granata seek to get back to winning ways following a three-match winless run. Torino were held to a stalemate at home by Hells Verona, whereas the Bianconeri found themselves in a similar rut at Atalanta.

Lazio president Claudio Lotito and coach Maurizio Sarri had a meeting to clear the air after the disagreements and concurred on targeting Samuele Ricci.

Torino Open Extension Talks with Lazio Target Samuele Ricci

September 3, 2023 Marko Vrakela Lazio, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

Aware of Lazio's genuine interest in Samuele Ricci, Torino have reportedly accelerated extension talks with the midfielder's camp. According to Tuttomercatoweb, Ivan Juric's men are willing to increase the youngster's salary to convince him to pledge his long-term future to Turin.

The news of Ricci being denied the move arrives just moments after reports confirmed Lazio’s stance on onboarding two targets, Kamada and Isaksen.

Lazio Expected to One Up Proposal for Torino Talent Ricci

August 3, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market

Lazio’s new offensive for midfield starlet Samuele Ricci has been shunned down by Torino, just days after Maurizio Sarri made his thoughts known to the Biancocelesti management regarding the sluggish transfer window. The capital club is expected to raise its €20M proposal even further.

Lazio have come to terms with Daichi Kamada and are in advanced talks for Midtjylland’s Gustav Isaken. A full agreement is very near in both cases.

Lazio Finally on the Verge of Completing Two Signings

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Eintacht Frankfurt, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market

Lazio have come to terms with Daichi Kamada and are in advanced talks for Midtjylland’s Gustav Isaksen. The agreement with the Japanese just needs to be finalized. He’ll be in town for the medicals soon. The Biancocelesti accepted the conditions set by his entourage. He'll sign a two-year contract.

Lazio gaffer Maurizio Sarri wants his side to bounce back in a hurry after a woeful display in the latest Champions League game versus Feyenoord.

Sarri Loses Patience with Lazio Brass Over Market Inactivity

August 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Sarri, undeterred, is set to stay strong on his position of onboarding several talent, with president Claudio Lotito long aware of his wishlist that includes four outfield players – Torino’s Samuele Ricci, Sassuolo’s Domenico Berardi, and Napoli duo Piotr Zielinski and Mario Rui.

Lazio to Launch New Offensive for Torino Midfielder

August 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Transfer Market

Lazio president Claudio Lotito and coach Maurizio Sarri had a meeting to clear the air after the disagreements of the last few days and concurred on targeting Samuele Ricci. The Torino starlet is the most reachable option among those indicated by the gaffer. They'll have to up their bid.

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.

Tension over Lack of Moves Risks to Boil Over at Lazio

July 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Manchester United, Napoli, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Claudio Lotito and Maurizio Sarri aren’t seeing eye to eye in the current transfer market window. Lazio have been largely inactive in the past few weeks, as they have signed just Taty Castellanos despite seemingly setting up a few acquisitions. The coach disagrees with the president's targets.

Claudio Lotito and Maurizio Sarri are growing further and further apart. The wedge was already there in the summer due to the transfer market.

Lazio Chief Addresses Fred Talks

July 29, 2023 Marko Vrakela Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio president Claudio Lotito has shed new light on the club's decision to dismiss the idea of pursuing Manchester United flop Fred. Despite recent speculation linking the Biancocelesti with a move for the ex-Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder, Lotito has called the deal off.

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