Bologna director Claudio Fenucci warns ‘those who amass debt without being able to repay it alters equal sporting competition,’ as an investigation opens into Inter’s finances.
As reported earlier this week, Inter have turned their attention to Genoa goalkeeper Josep Martinez after a track leading to Athletico Paranaense’s Bento went cold.
Inter had to restart the negotiation to renew the contract of Simone Inzaghi following the ownership change, but there isn’t any surprise on the horizon.
Inter are said to be in negotiations to sign Udinese and Nigeria international goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, who is valued at €12m plus bonuses. The Nerazzurri need a younger shot-stopper to be the heir to Yann Sommer in future and do not seem intent on activating their option to buy Emil Audero, who spent this season on loan from Sampdoria.
Simone Inzaghi’s agent Tullio Tinti joked the coach would be happy to commit to Inter ‘until 2037’ after initial negotiations for a new contract. The representative was in a meeting with the new Nerazzurri chiefs this afternoon, just weeks after the club was taken over by Oaktree and CEO Beppe Marotta promoted to the role of President.
Former England star Stuart Pearce admits there is a tendency to mistakenly ‘write off’ Italian sides, but trusts Nicolò Barella can stand out at EURO 2024 and reveals he nearly joined Sampdoria.
Sampdoria defender Cristiano Piccini revealed that he was attacked and robbed by two fellow Italians whilst on holiday in Ibiza this week. The 31-year-old centre back joined Andrea Pirlo’s side on a free transfer back in January following his exit from German side FC Magdeburg, penning a six-month deal in Liguria.
Chelsea are reaching the advanced stages of finding their Mauricio Pochettino replacement and appointing a new head coach as soon as possible. Now, it appears that they have taken a major step towards the appointment of Leicester City boss Enzo Maresca.
Chelsea have been informed of a glowing recommendation of Leicester City boss Enzo Maresca. The former Manchester City assistant led the Foxes to promotion back to the Premier League this season.
Lazio are welcoming back Sven-Goran Eriksson for a special tribute after his tragic announcement, a stadium he once lit up with the Scudetto back at the turn of the millennium.
Inter goalkeeper Emil Audero has reportedly received an invitation to join Serie A newcomers Como amidst an uncertain future at Giuseppe Meazza. According to Sky Sport Italia, via TMW, Osian Roberts’ men are keen to sign the 27-year-old as part of the club’s bid to assemble a competitive squad ahead of a long-awaited top-flight return.
Inter goalkeeper Emil Audero could well get an opportunity in Serie A next season, as he is in talks with newly-promoted Como. The shot-stopper barely featured during the Scudetto-winning campaign, as Yann Sommer had the role locked down and rarely sustained injuries.
The Lega Serie A have officially revealed their three-player shortlist for the Striker of the Year prize as part of the division’s annual MVP awards, including Milan’s Rafael Leao, Paulo Dybala of Roma and Juventus leading goalscorer Dusan Vlahovic.
Catanzaro needed a dramatic comeback and 4-2 extra time victory over Brescia with Pietro Iemmello’s brace to book a Serie B promotion play-off semi-final against Cremonese.
Inter have clearly identified Bento as their top target to join and eventually take over from Yann Sommer between the sticks. On the other hand, they aren’t the only side chasing after him, and his price tag is substantial.
Serie A champions Inter have grown confident about landing Athletico Paranaense goalkeeper Bento in the coming months. According to Quotdiano Sportivo,
Como have been promoted to Serie A after 21 years along with Parma, as Venezia, Cremonese, Catanzaro, Palermo, Sampdoria and Brescia enter the play-offs.
Inter have been in close contact with the entourage of Bento as they work to line up a summer deal, but are now facing a real threat from the Premier League for the Athletico Paranaense goalkeeper.
Leicester City midfielder Dennis Praet opened up about his desire to return to Serie A this summer and the ‘painful part’ of his time with the Foxes. The 29-year-old Belgian midfielder left Sampdoria for the English side back in August 2019 in a deal worth around €20m.
Police are concerned after battles broke out in the city streets between rival Genoa and Sampdoria ultras. The situation surprisingly erupted on Sunday night following Sampdoria’s Serie B victory over Reggiana at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris in Genoa, also known commonly as Marassi.
Sven Goran Eriksson had an emotional reunion with Sampdoria fans and members of his star-studded squad at Marassi, including Roberto Mancini, Clarence Seedorf and Attilio Lombardo.
Antonio Cassano hit out at Simone Inzaghi for being an ‘over-rated’ coach despite his Inter success, then claimed Juventus boss Max Allegri is ‘protected’ by the media.
Sampdoria coach Andrea Pirlo has hit out at his critics. In his first season in charge, Pirlo has Samp sitting eighth in Serie B. It's normal, if you win, you're good, if you lose, you're not," snapped Pirlo.
Barcelona chief Bojan Krkic is watching Sampdoria winger Estanis Pedrola. Barca sold Pedrola to Samp last summer for 3m and are now discussing triggering his buyback option.
Former Tottenham midfielder Harry Winks secured a dramatic stoppage-time victory for Leicester City against West Brom. Wilfred Ndidi’s assist set up Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall as Leicester took the lead before Josh Maja equalised for the Baggies.
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