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Napoli Ace Truly Considered Saudi Arabia Summer Switch

September 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Victor Osimhen thought about leaving Napoli to move to Saudi Arabia after drawing a mammoth offer last summer, but he ultimately decided to stay put. José Pereiro, the coach of the Nigerian national team, dished on his star: "“He can surely win the Ballon d’Or in the future."

Carlo Ancelotti is well familiar with the problems that come with working at Napoli and under Aurelio De Laurentiis and has backed Rudi Garcia.

Garcia Shares His Thoughts About Slow Start by Napoli

September 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Champions League, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Rudi Garcia acknowledged the subpar recent results by his team but downplayed the difficulties ahead of the Champions League clash with Real Sociedad: "“We’re fifth. We wanted to do better, but we’re only at the start of the season. In my opinion, we bungled just two halves so far."

Genoa vs Napoli: Serie A Preview, Potential Lineups & Prediction

September 15, 2023 Marko Vrakela Genoa, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Saturday's rich Serie A program caps off at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris as newly-promoted Genoa and reigning champions Napoli go head-to-head in an exciting game. Let's look at our match preview for this match-up.

PSG will face the daunting task of replacing Kylian Mbappé in the summer and have shown interest in two Serie A stars, Victor Osimhen and Marcus Thuram.

Real Madrid Waiting in the Wings for Napoli Marksman

September 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Liga, Napoli, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Florentino Perez wishes to bring an elite striker to Real Madrid in 2024, and, if Kylian Mbappé doesn’t join, Victor Osimhen is next on the list. His nose for the goal is considered functional to their technical project. Los Galacticos lost Karim Benzema last summer but didn't replace him.

The prospective blockbuster swap between Victor Osimhen and Romelu Lukaku has quickly gone backward after the recent chatter.

Napoli and Osimhen Paused Talks at Doorstep of Renewal

September 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Osimhen and Napoli were on the verge of putting pen to paper on an extension in late August. While the talks between the parties were advanced enough to repel any suitor, the new contract has yet to be finalized. The striker and his camp are hesitating.

Milan are slated to recover some pieces during the break, but they won't have Samuel Chukwueze for the upcoming string of matches.

Milan Newbie Chukwueze Explains Osimhen Role in His Serie A Move

September 10, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A

Away on international duty with Nigeria, one of the Milan marquee summer signings, Samuel Chukwueze, opened up on his decision to join Rossoneri. In an interview with the Nigerian media, the left-footed winger admitted he spoke to Victor Osimhen before green-lighting the San Siro switch.

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis dished on Victor Osimhen during an event aboard a cruise ship. He reiterated that he expects the start to stay.

Napoli Set Deadline for Three Massive Contract Renewals

September 9, 2023 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A

It's been less than a fortnight since the curtain dropped on the summer transfer window in Italy, yet Napoli remain preoccupied with off-field commitments. As per Calciomercato, tying down their elite stars to new long-term contracts is at the forefront of Aurelio De Laurentiis' mind heading to the winter.

Serie A is well represented in the 30 candidates for the Ballon d’Or, for which Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland are the frontrunners.

Four Serie A Players Inserted in Ballon d’Or Shortlist

September 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Serie A is well represented in the 30 candidates for the Ballon d’Or, for which Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland are the frontrunners. There’s just one Italian, Nicolò Barella, but a few current and former Inter and Napoli players are among the nominees.

Napoli and Lazio failed to win again in the last Serie A round, deepening their woes. The Biancocelesti have collected 21 points in 15 rounds.

Napoli Harshly Dismiss Kvaratskhelia Contract Chatter

September 5, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli tackled the recent murmurs concerning the possible contract extension of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia with strong words, denying any discussion about it: "“Some outlets keep reporting, having the agents of the player as their only source, of supposed negotiations for his renewal. It's all BS."

After a long negotiation, Serie A clubs have decided to confirm the status quo regarding TV rights, accepting an offer from DAZN and Sky.

Napoli President Derides Saudi Offer for Their Top Star

September 4, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Saudi Arabia, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Napoli and Aurelio De Laurentiis held on to Victor Osimhen in the summer despite the determined advances from Saudi Arabia. Al-Hilal in particular seemed close to snapping up the Nigerian star midway through the winter window. They reportedly tendered €40M per year to the player.

Victor Osimhen made his return to the Castelvolturno training center on Thursday, undergoing therapies and working in the gym while nursing a thigh strain.

Napoli Bamboozle Everyone with Shock Pay List

September 3, 2023 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

In addition to halting a 33-year wait for the Serie A title last season, Napoli have done an exquisite job keeping their finances in order. Calcio e Finanza's analysis shows that the reigning champions cut their salary bills during the summer.

Napoli vs Lazio: Serie A Preview, Potential Lineups & Prediction

September 2, 2023 Marko Vrakela Lazio, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

A mouth-watering showdown between Napoli and Lazio at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona will serve to drop the curtain on Saturday's Serie A schedule. Let’s look at our match preview for this heavily anticipated -match-up.

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