Author Archives: James Grundy
De Laurentiis: Napoli already in talks for Genoa star
De Laurentiis: Napoli already in talks for Genoa star
Napoli[1] President Aurelio De Laurentiis[2] revealed he’s already held talks with Genoa[3] for Krzysztof Piatek[4], but warned he won’t be drawn into a bidding war. The Polish striker has been a revelation since joining the Grifone from Cracovia, and his 13 goals in eight matches has made him a top target for all of Europe’s […]
Mertens praises Nations League amid criticism
Mertens praises Nations League amid criticism
15 October at 20:40 Belgium and Napoli striker Dries Mertens spoke at a press conference on the eve of the match against the Netherlands, expressing his delight over the newly-introduced Nations League, which has faced criticism as of late. “The Netherlands is a fast team and this was proved against German. The Nations League is a fun competition; […]
Lazio and Roma eye former Napoli target
Lazio and Roma eye former Napoli target
15 October at 19:45 This summer, Napoli tried to snatch him from Salzburg, but Stefan Lainer was eventually blocked by the Austrian club. According to today’s edition of Corriere Dello Sport, Lazio and Roma have expressed their interest in the player via his agent, with a transfer being possible already in January. For more […]
Prandelli: ‘I was close to Napoli’
Prandelli: ‘I was close to Napoli’
Cesare Prandelli praises Italy CT Roberto Mancini, and reveals he was close to becoming Napoli Coach in 2012. The Azzurri beat Poland in the Nations League last night for Mancio’s first competitive win, and at least one of his predecessors was impressed with their display. “Yesterday we had fun and dominated from start to finish,” […]
ADL: ‘Piatek? We’ve talked…’
ADL: ‘Piatek? We’ve talked…’
Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis confirms “I’ve talked” to Genoa about Krzysztof Piątek but “I don’t want to get involved in auction”. The Polish striker has been in sensational form since signing from Cracovia, with 13 goals in eight games for the Grifone so far this season. “I’ve talked to [Genoa President Enrico] Preziosi and […]
Chelsea to make £130m bid for Napoli duo
Chelsea to make £130m bid for Napoli duo
15 October at 17:15 Chelsea have started off the season with Maurizio Sarri in good fashion and have yet to lose a game in all competitions under the former Napoli man. Despite this strong start, Sarri is interested in adding a couple of his former players to his ranks in order to strengthen the team and try to make the leap in quality.According to TEAMtalk.com, the Blues have targeted Kalidou Koulibaly and Piotr Zielinski […]
Viera exclusive: ‘Serie A more tactical’
Viera exclusive: ‘Serie A more tactical’
Sampdoria midfielder Ronaldo Vieira tells Football Italia the football is “more tactical” in Italy but “not as physical” as England. The 20-year-old joined the Blucerchiati from Leeds United in the summer, and he spoke to our chief correspondent Richard Hall about his new life in Serie A. “I enjoy it even though I haven’t really […]
Napoli set to make £50m approach for Liverpool target Chiesa
Napoli set to make £50m approach for Liverpool target Chiesa
Italian Serie A side Napoli are preparing to submit a £50m bid for Liverpool and Chelsea target Federico Chiesa, according to a report on Talksport[1]. Liverpool have been monitoring Chiesa’s situation for some time but are now set to face a bidding war to secure the Italian winger’s signature. Chiesa has found the net twice […]
Liverpool keeping tabs on Napoli forward Lorenzo Insigne
Liverpool keeping tabs on Napoli forward Lorenzo Insigne
Liverpool are keeping an eye on Napoli forward Lorenzo Insigne and could make a big-money move for him at the end of the season, according to a report on Talksport[1]. The Italian international put in an impressive performance against Liverpool in the Champions League earlier this season as he netted a late winner for his side. […]