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Bologna Not Resigned to Losing Thiago Motta to Juventus

April 25, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024 Leave a comment

Bologna hold out hope that qualifying for the Champions League, which is increasingly likely after each matchday, will give them a chance to retain Thiago Motta despite the intense courtship by Juventus, replicating Xabi Alonso’s choice.

Adrien Rabiot is having a less than stellar end of the season amid the rumors about his Juventus future. The midfielder is legitimately torn.

Rabiot to Weigh More than Just Terms in Juventus Talks

April 23, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester City, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Adrien Rabiot is having a less than stellar end of the season amid the rumors about his Juventus future. The midfielder is legitimately torn about extending his stay in Turin. He’d like some technical reassurances to re-up his contract,

Preview: Roma vs Bologna – Team News, Lineups & Prediction

April 22, 2024 Marko Vrakela Bologna, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024 Leave a comment

Champions League qualification is on the line for Roma and Bologna as they lock horns in a high-stakes Serie A encounter on Monday. The home comforts of the Stadio Olimpico give the home side the upper hand, but the visitors will fancy their chances in the Eternal City.

Stefano Pioli is facing an uncertain future as his contract with Milan runs out in 2025, like a few other top team managers. The higher-ups haven’t made up their mind yet.

Milan Board Make Decision on Stefano Pioli’s Future

April 20, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A Leave a comment

Thursday's Europa League elimination at the hands of fellow Serie A rivals Roma seems to have sealed Stefano Pioli's fate at Milan. According to Calciomercato, the San Siro chiefs have reached a definite consensus over the under-fire manager's farewell.

The first leg of the Coppa Italia semifinal won’t alter the short-term future of Massimiliano Allegri, but Juventus are keeping in touch with Thiago Motta.

Thiago Motta Adamant Bologna Have Nothing to Prove Against Roma

April 20, 2024 Marko Vrakela Bologna, Roma, Serie A Leave a comment

Bologna manager Thiago Motta runs mind games ahead of Monday's Serie A top-four six-pointer against high-flying Roma. Speaking to the press in the build-up to Rossoblu's upcoming trip to the Stadio Olimpico, he tried to relieve his side of the pressure, insisting others have a point to prove and not them.

Juventus might be headed for a substantial overhaul. Besides Adrien Rabiot, two more cornerstones, Danilo and Gleison Bremer, aren’t locks to stay put.

Danilo Also Among Players with Unsure Juventus Future

April 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Juventus might be headed for an even more substantial overhaul than expected in the summer. In addition to Adrien Rabiot, two more cornerstones, Danilo and Gleison Bremer, aren’t locks to stay put at the club. The captain is very attached to Allegri.

Lewis Ferguson is constantly linked to new Serie A teams, and his agent Bill McCurdo revealed that his client would like to continue in Serie A.

Napoli Open Talks with Sought-After Serie A Playmaker

April 13, 2024 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Bologna captain Lewis Ferguson has attracted genuine interest from reigning Serie A holders Napoli. According to Calciomercato, Partenopei have launched exploratory talks with the 24-year-old's camp to pip Juventus to his signature.

Stadio Renato Dall'Ara forms the backdrop for a handsomely-looking Serie A encounter between top-four hopefuls Bologna and mid-table Monza

Preview: Bologna vs Monza – Team News, Lineups & Prediction

April 11, 2024 Marko Vrakela Bologna, Monza, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024 Leave a comment

Stadio Renato Dall'Ara forms the backdrop for a handsomely-looking Serie A encounter between top-four hopefuls Bologna and mid-table Monza. Expectations are high around the home camp ahead of Saturday's clash as their pursuit of Champions League qualification depends on a positive result.

Napoli believe to have a better shot at persuading Antonio Conte this time around and are going all-out in their chase money-wise.

Napoli Sparing No Expense to Finally Convince Conte

April 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Napoli believe to have a better shot at persuading Antonio Conte this time around and are going all-out in their chase. Aurelio De Laurentiis is ready to offer a three-year contract with €8M wages. If things didn’t go well, the boss would be allowed to leave with ease.

Juventus are more than just zeroing in on Thiago Motta to succeed Massimiliano Allegri in the dugout. The Bianconeri are likley to move on.

Juventus Rumored to Be in Advanced Talks with Motta

April 8, 2024 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Juventus are more than just zeroing in on Thiago Motta to succeed Massimiliano Allegri in the dugout. The Bianconeri righted the ship in the last couple of matches after a protracted rut. However, it’d be a surprise if they stuck with their present boss.

Massimiliano Allegri is losing supporters inside the club as Juventus keep slumping on the pitch, but it’s not yet certain the management will sack him

Max Allegri Tipped to Leave Juventus In The Summer

April 7, 2024 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A Leave a comment

Journalist Max Statman has taken stock of Massimiliano Allegri's future at Juventus amidst the club's rotten patch in Serie A. He believes the ex-Milan coach will sever ties with Bianconeri at the end of the season.

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 Leave a comment

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.

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