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Roma have been linked to Massimiliano Allegri and Stefano Pioli, but both are unlikely to be hired to replace Claudio Ranieri in the summer.

Roma Set to Pass on Two Long-Serving Italian Coaches

May 12, 2025 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Atalanta, Bayer Leverkusen, Bundesliga, Como, Genoa, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A Leave a comment

Roma have been linked to Massimiliano Allegri and Stefano Pioli, but both are unlikely to be hired to replace Claudio Ranieri in the summer. The former Juventus boss has actually never been contacted by the Giallorossi hierarchy.

Juventus rushed to deny recent reports stating that they had informally reached out to Xavi to replace Thiago Motta on their bench.

Juventus Shoot Down Rumours About a Coaching Change

January 28, 2025 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Juventus rushed to deny recent reports stating that they had reached out to Xavi to replace Thiago Motta on their bench. After losing to Napoli, they have a 16-point disadvantage from the league toppers. They hadn't started this bad in a decade.

Milan would gladly avoid changing their coach midseason and are hoping the squad will rally around Paulo Fonseca in Friday’s game against Hellas Verona.

Xavi on Milan Radar but not for the Ongoing Season

December 19, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Manchester United, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Milan would gladly avoid changing their coach midseason and are hoping the squad will rally around Paulo Fonseca in Friday’s game against Hellas Verona, as they have done a few times when the Portuguese gaffer seemed in peril.

Roma handed Ivan Juric the keys right away after dismissing Daniele De Rossi, but he wasn’t the only option on their radar.

Roma Contemplated a Few Coaches Before Hiring Juric

September 23, 2024 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Nice, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Roma handed Ivan Juric the keys after dismissing Daniele De Rossi, but he wasn’t the only option on their radar. The gaffer was open to a seasonal contract, which increased his chances of getting the job, as it indeed happened.

Milan are facing some competition for Julen Lopetegui, as West Ham are interested in the Spanish coach as well. The London outfit intends to fire Moyes.

West Ham Targeting Lopetegui, Milan to Consider Xavi

April 22, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, West Ham

Milan are facing some competition for Julen Lopetegui, as West Ham are interested in the Spanish coach as well. The London outfit intends to move on from David Moyes and offered a lucrative three-year contract. The gaffer plans to take his time.

Branislav Jarusek, who represents Lobotka, suggested his client would be happy to move to Barcelona but added that the transfer wasn’t in the works.

Agent of Napoli Star Lobotka Open to Barcelona Switch

March 22, 2024 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Branislav Jarusek, who represents Stanislav Lobotka, suggested his client would be happy to move to Barcelona but also added that the transfer wasn’t in the works at this stage. Instead, the midfielder received a proposal from Saudi Arabia last summer.

Juventus are making strides in their attempt to lure Franck Kessié, although some meaningful hurdles remain to be cleared.

Contacts Established as Inter Make Ex-Milan Ace Top Priority

February 23, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market

The red and black divide were left surprised when Hakan Calhanoglu jumped onboard the Nerazzurri wagon two seasons ago, and may see Scudetto winner Kessie turn the same page.

Andres Iniesta is confident Barcelona could defeat Inter Wednesday, but he’s wary of Simone Inzaghi’s side: "The previous result was very negative."

Iniesta Talks Second Game Between Barcelona and Inter

October 10, 2022 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Andres Iniesta is confident Barcelona could defeat Inter Wednesday, but he’s wary of Simone Inzaghi’s side: "The previous result was very negative for the Blaugrana given its consequences. The tilts with the Nerazzurri are always heated and challenging. The next one will be vital for the qualification to the next stage."

Juventus Pursuit of La Liga Midfielder Suffers Blow

May 2, 2022 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus' pursuit of Barcelona star midfielder Frenkie de Jong has suffered a blow as Xavi delivered an update on the Dutchman's future at Camp Nou. In his most recent interview, the Blaugrana boss admitted the ex-Ajax man has a special place in the club's project for the future, effectively shutting down speculation about the player's summer exit.

Barcelona vs Napoli Preview and Lineups – UEL Round of 32

February 17, 2022 Marko Vrakela Barcelona, Europa League, International Football, Napoli, Serie A

Napoli's record-equalling ninth appearance in the Europa League knock-outs pits them against resurgent La Liga heavyweights Barcelona. If they are to stand any chance of making it out of this mouth-watering knock-out play-off tie, the Partenopei will have to be at their best at Camp Nou on Thursday.

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