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Sorry Maldini, Milan Might Be Having Their Best Transfer Market in Years

July 31, 2023 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Tactical Trends

Based on the initial signs, Milan might just be having their most productive transfer campaign in years, one that might eclipse any transfer session conducted in the Maldini-Massara era. So let's enlist five reasons why the current Rossoneri management appears to be hitting the nail in their overall strategy.

The opening bid by Manchester United to lure André Onana was lower than what requested by Inter, but the negotiation will continue in the next few days.

Onana, Kim and the Most Successful One-Year Spells in Serie A (Top XI)

July 26, 2023 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Tactical Trends

André Onana and Kim Min-jae are aren't the first Serie A stars to change destinations on the back of a solitary yet fruitful campaign. So let's take a look back at some of the most memorable and successful one-year stints in Serie A while primarily focusing on the modern era.

On November 8, 1992, Juventus demolished Udinese 5-1 in an all-Bianconeri affair as four of the Old Lady's goals where signed by the immense Roberto Baggio

Baggio and Ten Other Serie A Stars Who Stunned Fans by Joining Rivals

July 19, 2023 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Tactical Trends

Lukaku and Cuadrado won't be the first nor the last to leave their supporters shell-shocked by choosing to cross enemy lines. In fact, Italian football is filled with stars who took the "professional" choice, even if it meant breaking some hearts. So let's take a look at the Top XI Serie A stars who stunned their fanbase by joining a rival club.

Mourinho, Dybala and Five Reasons Why Roma Can Win the Scudetto

July 14, 2023 Michel Sakr Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Tactical Trends One comment

Could Napoli's historic feat inspire an uprising in the Eternal City? Here are five reasons why this could be the perfect timing for Roma to dream of securing their first Scudetto title in over two decades.

Inter have had multiple meetings to set up the purchase of Davide Frattesi from Sassuolo and reached an agreement in principle.

Frattesi In, Brozovic Out: Is Inter’s New Midfield Stronger or Weaker?

July 7, 2023 Michel Sakr Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Tactical Trends One comment

While the writing has been on the wall for quite some time, the transfers have finally been announced in what was another busy week at the Viale della Liberazione. In an unintentionally hilarious video, Al-Nassr announced the acquisition of Marcelo Brozovic, and Inter were quick to reinvest the sum collected on Davide Frattesi.

Chiesa or Vlahovic: Who Should Be the Sacrificial Lamb at Juventus?

July 6, 2023 Michel Sakr Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Tactical Trends

The lack of Champions League prize money could spark a high-profile exit at Juventus this summer, with the two main suspects being Federico Chiesa and Dusan Vlahovic. So if it comes down to a showdown between the two former Fiorentina stars, which one should the Old Lady maintain, and who should be the sacrificial lamb?

While Cuadrado didn't receive a fitting "Adios" from the club, we'll try to do him justice by recalling his five most memorable moments at Juventus.

Adios Vespa! The Top Five Moments of Juan Cuadrado at Juventus

July 2, 2023 Michel Sakr Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Tactical Trends

While some stars round off a long and storied spell with a farewell befitting of their status, others fade into the sunset without receiving a proper sendoff. Sadly for Juan Cuadrado, he falls into the second category, with his eight years at Juventus reaching an abrupt end away from the spotlight.

The Juventus ownership doesn’t plan to pour money into the club for the next three years amid their ongoing tribulations.

Will Juventus Be Ousted from the Conference League? The Pros and Cons

June 27, 2023 Michel Sakr Conference League, European Cups, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Tactical Trends

the Turin-based club is ready to return to the governing body's good graces, happy to sacrifice an inglorious Conference League campaign. However, missing out on the relatively new tournament would have its benefits as well as its disadvantages. So let's enumerate some of the pros and cons for Juventus dropping out of the Conference League.

Tonali Exit Confirms the End of the “Bandiere” Era – But Don’t Point Finger at Players

June 26, 2023 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Newcastle United, Roma, Serie A, Tactical Trends

If Paolo Maldini, arguably the greatest captain in Milan's history and the technical director who oversaw the recent revival, was shown the door in such brutal and unceremonious fashion earlier this summer, Tonali must have been left wondering whether the "Bandiera" tag is worth all the sacrifices.

Inter punched their tickets to the Coppa Italia final by besting Juventus one-nil Wednesday night, prevailing two-one on aggregate.

From Lautaro to Onana: The Tops and Flops of Inter in 2022/23

June 18, 2023 Michel Sakr Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Tactical Trends

The Nerazzurri earned major props for normalizing Pep Guardiola's marauding Manchester City in valiant effort that only lacked better finishing. So with the 2022/23 campaign reaching its expiry date, it's time to recognize the Tops and Flops at Inter based on their displays throughout the season.

Napoli will try to touch up and prolong the contract of Khvicha Kvaratshkelia right after the end of the window despite some new difficulties.

From Napoli Glory to Juve Misery: The Top 25 Moments in Serie A 2022/23

June 17, 2023 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Atalanta, Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Tactical Trends

Whether your club enjoyed a scintillating season or endured a woeful one, the Serie A supporters as a mass won't forget the remarkable events witnessed during the 22/23 season. So it's time to recap an entire thrilling campaign by recalling 25 of its most significant events, which include some shocking moments or fabulous achievements that left us all in awe.

The Top Five Inter Games Against English Premier League Clubs

June 8, 2023 Michel Sakr Arsenal, Champions League, Chelsea, European Cups, Inter Milan, International Football, Italian Football, Newcastle United, Serie A, Tottenham

Although the Beneamata have never crossed paths with the Cityzens in an official encounter before, they enjoyed several successes while also endured agonizing defeats against sides hailing from the British isles. So it's time to recall five of the most memorable encounters for Inter when taking on an English Premier League foe in various European competitions.

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