Author Archives: James Grundy
‘Inter & Napoli want Amin, but…’
‘Inter & Napoli want Amin, but…’
Amin Younes’ agent claims Inter and Napoli have enquired about the Ajax winger but notes “he hasn’t agreed anything with anyone.” Younes can leave Ajax for nothing at the end of the season, when his contract expires, and Nicola Innocentin was asked about the possibility of his client moving on sooner. “Ajax received a €10m […]
Serie A round 21 preview: The winter break of discontent is finally over
Serie A round 21 preview: The winter break of discontent…
Finally Serie A returns after the winter break with a range of exciting fixtures, starting with Atalanta hosting Napoli. The home side have scored in their last eight Serie A meetings against the visitors, their longest streak against the Partenopei in this competition. Napoli have not dropped any points when leading in Serie A this […]
‘Politano dreaming of Napoli switch’
‘Politano dreaming of Napoli switch’
Matteo Politano’s agent admits the winger ‘dreams’ of playing for Napoli but warns Sassuolo “deem him unsellable.” Politano is the latest attacker reportedly on Napoli’s agenda, but while Davide Lippi confirmed his client’s interest in joining the Partenopei, Sassuolo were intent on keeping him. “His dream is to play for a great club like Napoli,” […]
Maggio: ‘Vicenza, come back soon’
Maggio: ‘Vicenza, come back soon’
Napoli defender Christian Maggio hopes former side Vicenza can return soon – “the city, the fans and the team deserve the best”. The 35-year-old began his career with the Lanerossi, who were declared bankrupt yesterday and will have to begin again from Serie D, if new owners can be found to form a phoenix club. […]
Paper talk: Juve vs. Spurs for North Korean ace, Balotelli wants AC Milan return?
Paper talk: Juve vs. Spurs for North Korean ace, Balotelli…
19 January at 13:25 This morning’s Italy papers are packed with transfer news and there are a few hot updates on Juventus and Mario Balotelli.La Gazzetta dello Sport’s front is ‘dominated’ by the picture of the former Manchester City and Liverpool striker who is currently in fine form with Nice. The contract of the Italian […]
Giaccherini wants Chievo, but…
Giaccherini wants Chievo, but…
Emanuele Giaccherini is reportedly keen to move to Chievo, but Napoli would have to contribute part of his wage. The versatile midfielder wants to leave the Partenopei this month, having made only one Serie A start since joining in the summer of 2016. According to Corriere di Verona, the former Sunderland man has accepted a […]
West Ham eye Masina
West Ham eye Masina
Bologna left-back Adam Masina has attracted interest from Napoli, but also Premier League side West Ham United. According to Sky Sport Italia, the Hammers have set their sights on the 24-year-old. He was born in Morocco, but spent most of his life in Italy and has played for the Azzurri at Under-21 level. Masina had […]
Hamsik: “I am 100% certain I will stay at Napoli”
Hamsik: “I am 100% certain I will stay at Napoli”
18 January at 21:20 Napoli’s Slovakian international midfielder and captain Marek Hamsik spoke to Slovakian media outlet Pravda after being awarded the best Slovakian player of the first 25 years of the countries existence. The Napoli captain was very happy and humbled stating: “It is a great honor to get this award. I know that the fans could have […]
Napoli turn to Lucas Moura
Napoli turn to Lucas Moura
Napoli are turning their focus towards PSG talent Lucas Moura after Sassuolo again shut down all offers for Matteo Politano. The Partenopei already missed out on their first target, as Simone Verdi refused to leave Bologna mid-season, and do not seem too enamoured of Barcelona’s Gerard Deulofeu. According to Sky Sport Italia, the latest proposal […]
Napoli, from Politano to PSG’s Lucas Moura and #Barcelona’s Deulofeu: the latest on attacking options
Napoli, from Politano to PSG’s Lucas Moura and #Barcelona’s…
After Verdi declined the opportunity to join them, Napoli continue to work on an attacking reinforcement for Maurizio Sarri. New talks are expected tomorrow for Lucas Moura of PSG between the player’s agent and Napoli. The partenopei will discuss their project with the player and even talk figures. For now Deulofeu remains on stand-by, while […]