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Man Utd Face Stiff Competition For £34 Million Serie A Ace Who ‘Makes Whole Team Play Well’

Manchester United are expected to have a pretty busy summer transfer window in which they will aim to strengthen their squad for next season. They seem interested in signing Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee after watching his heroics in the 2023/24 campaign.

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Sportitalia: Thiago Motta signs Juventus contract today

Sportitalia reports Thiago Motta will sign his contract with Juventus today. Former Italy international Thiago Motta will sign a three-year contract with Juventus today, according to Sportitalia transfer expert Alfredo Pedullà.

Bologna News / The Cult of Calcio / 5 hours ago

Inter Could Soon Revive Pursuit of Roma Centerpiece

Inter picked Romelu Lukaku over Paulo Dybala a couple of years ago when he left Juventus on a free. They could reignite their interest this summer under the right circumstances.

Joshua Zirkzee News / Football Italia / 7 hours ago

Zirkzee agent expected in Milan as Rossoneri’s plan B emerges

Joshua Zirkzee’s agent, Kia Joorabchian, is expected in Milan in the coming days so he could meet the Rossoneri, who have also sounded out Girona ace Artem Dovbyk, according to Sky Sport Italia.

Cesare Casadei News / Football Italia / 8 hours ago

Bologna prepare offer for Chelsea and Italy talent Casadei – report

Bologna will make an attempt to sign Chelsea and Italy talent Cesare Casadei, reports La Gazzetta dello Sport. Serie A side Bologna are interested in Chelsea midfielder Casadei and will make an attempt to sign the ex-Inter midfielder this summer, according to a recent report from La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Victor Kristiansen News / Football Italia / 21 hours ago

Kristiansen to return to Leicester City but Bologna open to future deal

Bologna have decided not to activate the buy option on Victor Kristiansen but could return to Leicester City with a cheaper offer, reports suggest. The

Thiago Motta News / The Cult of Calcio / 23 hours ago

Motta to Assess a Few Distressed Juventus Assets

Juventus have been working on the same handful of targets in the last few weeks but might get an assist from Thiago Motta, who’s ready to evaluate and potentially revitalize some players already in their squad or returning from loans.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / June 10

Milan Considering Concrete Move for Chelsea Outcast

Milan might need to sign two strikers this summer considering Luka Jovic’s uncertain future, and Armando Broja is currently the main candidate to replace him.

Marko Arnautovic News / Football Italia / June 10

Arnautovic on Euro 2024 hopes, tough Inter year and injury doubts

Marko Arnautovic opened up about facing his Inter teammates at Euro 2024, his ‘demanding’ year with the Nerazzurri and his response to doubts about his fitness.

Thiago Motta News / Football Italia / June 10

How USMNT star Weah could bounce back at Juventus

Timothy Weah failed to impress in his debut season with Juventus, but he could find a new lease of life under new coach Thiago Motta. The 24-year-old American winger joined the Old Lady from Lille last year in a deal worth around €12m, giving him the chance to prove himself at a top club after a strong four-year spell with Les Dogues.

Bologna News / Football Italia / June 10

Gudmundsson waits for Inter despite Tottenham interest – report

Il Corriere dello Sport reports Genoa striker Albert Gudmundsson is willing to wait for an offer from Inter this summer, despite interest from Premier League clubs, including Tottenham.

Thiago Motta News / Football Italia / June 10

Only two untouchable strikers at Juventus under Thiago Motta

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Dusan Vlahovic and Kenan Yildiz are the only two ‘untouchable’ Juventus strikers under Thiago Motta. Juventus are set to announce Motta as their new head coach but have already made some key transfer decisions, including putting Federico Chiesa on the market.

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 9

Milan target Broja now closer to Everton, claim reports

Milan had been in talks with Chelsea for Armando Broja, but it is now reported that Everton are closing on a deal worth £30m. The Albania international striker has just returned to Stamford Bridge following a six-month loan spell with Fulham and remains under contract until June 2028.

Luka Jovic News / Football Italia / June 9

Jovic stance on Milan extension revealed as Saudi and Russian clubs make enquiries – report

Luka Jovic is hoping to take his time over a decision on his future, despite Milan’s intention to extend his contract for another season, according to reports from Matteo Moretto on Sunday afternoon.

Bologna News / Football Italia / June 9

11 players who have worn Italy No.10 shirt at the EUROs

As Lorenzo Pellegrini has been confirmed as Italy’s no.10 for the upcoming European Championships in Germany, here’s a look back at the other 10 players who have donned the iconic number for the Azzurri at the EUROs.

Thiago Motta News / Football Italia / June 9

Thiago Motta: When Juventus could make official announcement on new head coach

Thiago Motta is expected to be officially announced as the new head coach of Juventus within the week according to reports in Italy on Sunday morning. It is expected to be a busy week for managerial unveilings in Serie A, as Paulo Fonseca is also expected to be announced as the new head coach of Milan before the start of EURO 2024 on Friday.

Paulo Fonseca News / Football Italia / June 9

When Fonseca could be unveiled as Milan coach

Recently departed Lille tactician Paulo Fonseca is expected to be unveiled as new head coach of Milan before the start of EURO 2024, but the 51-year-old could arrive in the city well before then according to reports in Italy over the weekend.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / June 9

Juventus & Napoli Negotiating Blockbuster Swap Deal

Juventus and Napoli are said to be negotiating a mouth-watering swap deal involving Italy internationals Federico Chiesa and Giovanni Di Lorenzo. According to Sportitalia via CalcioNapoli24, a like-for-like swap would suit all parties involved.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / June 9

Artem Dovbyk Hints at Potential Serie A Transfer

Girona striker Artem Dovbyk could continue his career in Serie A after admitting ‘his agent is in talks with Italian clubs.’ In his interview with Spanish media, the Ukraine international opened up the possibility of swapping La Liga for Italy this summer.

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 8

Napoli and Juventus could swap Chiesa with Di Lorenzo

Sportitalia claim that Napoli and Juventus are edging towards a shock exchange between Italy internationals Federico Chiesa and Giovanni Di Lorenzo. A straight swap would effectively suit all parties involved, as there is tension around their situations.

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 8

Milan progress in new Zirkzee negotiations

According to Sky Sport Italia, Milan made more progress towards a deal with Joshua Zirkzee’s agent to lower his commission, beating Arsenal and Juventus to the Bologna striker.

Joshua Zirkzee News / Football Italia / June 8

Milan close to Zirkzee deal as Arsenal target prioritises move

Milan are closing in on a deal for Joshua Zirkzee as they work to agree personal terms with the Bologna star’s entourage. The Rossoneri have long been on the hunt for a new centre forward, with Olivier Giroud’s imminent move to Los Angeles FC making their summer transfer market priority clear.

Bologna News / The Cult of Calcio / June 8

Milan Making Strides in Pursuit of Top Center-Forward Target

These are increasingly vital moments for Joshua Zirkzee’s career as his rumored switch from Bologna to Milan starts to pick up momentum. According to Calciomercato, the Rossoneri emissaries held a crucial round of talks with the Dutchman’s agent, Kia Joorabchian, on Friday.

Bologna News / Tribal Football / June 2

Chiellini defends Allegri: Even Pep couldn't have done more for Juventus

Former Juventus captain Giorgio Chiellini has defended the work of coach Max Allegri. Allegri led Juve to win the Coppa Italia, but was then sacked in the aftermath.

Ruud Gullit News / Tribal Football / June 1

Gullit backing AC Milan move for Bologna striker Zirkzee

AC Milan and Holland great Ruud Gullit admits he's a fan of Josh Zirkzee. The Bologna striker is being linked with the Rossoneri this summer. Gullit told Sky Italia: I like Zirkzee, I've known him since he was playing for the Under-17 team with my son.