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

April 22, 2023 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Sunday's Serie A program draws to a close at the Allianz Stadium with a mammoth encounter between Juventus and Napoli. The sides experienced contrasting fortunes in midweek European action, which could set the home side up nicely for this 'top-four six-pointer.'

Simon Kjaer played a key role in containing the Napoli attackers, with Victor Osimhen in particular kept largely quiet until he popped up with a header.

Kjaer Reveals Secret Behind Keeping Osimhen at Bay

April 19, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Simon Kjaer played a key role in containing the Napoli attackers, with Victor Osimhen in particular kept largely quiet until he popped up with a header in stoppage time to make it 1-1. Despite conceding at the death, Milan valiantly held strong throughout the two legs, thanks to their defensive prowess.

Milan Stopper Kjaer Shines Light on UCL Nights and Napoli Clash

April 17, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan center-back Simon Kjaer has been enjoying a decent return to first-team football following a lengthy layoff due to fitness problems.

Napoli coach Luciano Spalletti discussed some transfer market topics after a successful pre-season friendly against Perugia.

Luciano Spalletti Backs Osimhen to Revive Napoli UCL Hopes

April 17, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Luciano Spalletti’s Napoli will maintain hopes of a comeback, given the return of striker Victor Osimhen into the starting XI following his cameo against Hellas Verona.

Napoli vs Milan: Champions League Preview, Lineups & Prediction

April 17, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Champions League, International Football, Napoli, Serie A

The final chapter of a mouth-watering head-to-head trilogy between Napoli and Milan takes place at the Maradona Stadium on Tuesday. The two Serie A heavyweights will face off in the return leg of their blockbuster Champions League quarter-final tie.

Victor Osimhen is being targeted by a host of clubs, but Napoli plot to resist the offers. The Partenopei have set an astronomical price tag for their ace.

European Giants Continue to Eye Osimhen Summer Transfer

April 17, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Champions League, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Manchester United have accelerated their efforts to sign the Nigerian marksman, intending to challenge fellow European heavyweights Bayern Munich and Chelsea.

Luciano Spalletti was reasonably content with the result of the first leg against Milan and looked ahead in his post-game remarks.

Spalletti Announces Osimhen Return and Warns the Fans

April 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Champions League, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Luciano Spalletti was reasonably content with the result of the first leg against Milan and looked ahead in his post-game remarks: "We had a good game even in ten men. The lads had an excellent attitude. We weren’t affected by the lingering effects of the romp."

Napoli won't have Victor Osimhen for Wednesday's clash with Milan. Giovanni Simeone will miss multiple fixtures, and Giacomo Raspadori isn't 100 percent.

Napoli Test Unusual Solutions amid Attacking Emergency

April 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Victor Osimhen hasn't been called up for Wednesday's clash with Milan. Giovanni Simeone will sit multiple fixtures. Giacomo Raspadori will be available, but he's not in tip-top shape. Luciano Spalletti has tested a couple of alternatives in case the Italian striker was unable to start.

Napoli Endure Blow as Osimhen Set to Miss Milan Clash

April 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Champions League, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Napoli face a major task on their hands ahead of the Milan game – replacing marksman Victor Osimhen upfront. The Nigerian striker is yet to reach full fitness from a muscle injury and is expected to be sidelined for the first Round of 16's encounter against Milan at San Siro.

Aurelio De Laurentiis put up his usual show while introducing new coach Rudi Garcia and stated that Victor Osimhen would be sold only for massive bids.

Osimhen Set to Be Late Call for First Leg Versus Milan

April 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Champions League, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Victor Osimhen is working hard to recover from his thigh problem and be ready for Wednesday’s clash with Milan, but it’s not yet certain he will make it. The marksman spent Easter practicing on his own at the Castel Volturno’s training facility. He’s pushing to play, but the staff will be careful.

Scouts from Chelsea were present in the stands of the U-Power Stadium yesterday in Monza’s win against Napoli to watch Osimhen.

Osimhen to Miss Milan Clash and More Due to Injury

March 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

The first of three games between Napoli and Milan won’t have one of its most anticipated protagonists. The Partenopei announced that Victor Osimhen suffered a thigh injury while playing with Nigeria and will be re-evaluated next week. The striker is dealing with a right adductor muscular distraction.

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

March 31, 2023 Ashlee Kiddell AC Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Serie A always saves the best till last and champions-elect Napoli host current champions Milan on Sunday night at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. Luciano Spalletti will be hoping his side don't allow complacency to creep in, in what is also a dress rehearsal for their Champions League quarter-final tie. The Rossoneri must improve if they are to finish in the top four this season and will be looking to pick up just their second win away from the San Siro in their last seven games.

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