Author Archives: James Grundy
Chievo or Atalanta for Giaccherini
Chievo or Atalanta for Giaccherini
Emanuele Giaccherini is eager to leave Napoli this month, with Chievo more likely candidates ahead of Atalanta. The former Italy international has barely featured since making the transfer to Naples in the wake of Euro 2016. His agent confirmed recently that they were looking for a January transfer to get regular playing time. According to […]
Mascherano was ‘tempted by Napoli’
Mascherano was ‘tempted by Napoli’
Javier Mascherano reveals he came very close to joining Napoli in 2014 with Rafa Benitez, but Barcelona blocked the move. The midfielder is now on the verge of making his transfer to Hebei China Fortune. “I did have the option of leaving Barcelona in 2014 and at that moment Benitez’s Napoli were an option,” Mascherano […]
Here’s why Inter and AC Milan are thrilled Verdi is headed to Napoli
Here’s why Inter and AC Milan are thrilled Verdi is headed…
13 January at 18:45 It looks as if Simone Verdi will be donning the blue jersey of Napoli soon. The Bologna forward has decided to accept Napoli’s offer and move to the Serie A leaders. There was doubt that he’d move to the club due to concerns that he’d be blocked by the immense talent […]
Deulofeu wanted AC Milan but they did not want him, the latest
Deulofeu wanted AC Milan but they did not want him, the latest
13 January at 19:25 Gerard Deulofeu had a great 6 months at AC Milan last season before then leaving for FC Barcelona. Under Valverde, the young Spanish winger did not get to see much playing time even with the Ousmane Dembele injury. The Blaugrana have since added Coutinho as Deulofeu wants to leave the Catalan club to get more […]
Napoli to offer Mertens new deal?
Napoli to offer Mertens new deal?
It is reported that Napoli are preparing to offer star forward Dries Mertens a new contract. The 30-year-old currently has a deal at the San Paolo that expires in the summer of 2020. While this is still over two years away, La Repubblica claims that the Partenopei are concerned by the fact Mertens’ deal still […]
Inter-Roma Set To Be Played In Front Of Full San Siro
Inter-Roma Set To Be Played In Front Of Full San Siro
More than 2,000 Roma fans are set to travel to Milan next Sunday evening for a hotly anticipated clash between Inter and the Giallorossi at San Siro. According to Corriere dello Sport, the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza is likely to be full once again as the Nerazzurri host another of Serie A’s big teams. There are […]
Napoli target Ajax star while awaiting response from Verdi
Napoli target Ajax star while awaiting response from Verdi
13 January at 15:50 Napoli are continuing to await a definitive response from Bologna attacker Simone Verdi, who is on the verge of agreeing to join Maurizio Sarri’s squad in the coming days. Meanwhile, the Partenopei are keeping an eye on another potential target with a view to strengthening their squad for the future […]
Zoff: ‘Perin future of Italy side’
Zoff: ‘Perin future of Italy side’
Italy legend Dino Zoff believes Genoa’s Mattia Perin is the “future of the Nazionale” and not Gianluigi Donnarumma. Gigi Buffon turns 40 later this month and will soon have to make way for the next generation of goalkeepers. According to Zoff, who won the 1982 World Cup at the age of 40, there is one […]
Correa’s Move To Inter Is Up In The Air
Correa’s Move To Inter Is Up In The Air
Joaquin Correa has emerged as Inter’s prime target as they look to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the second half of the season. However, it will not be easy to sign him due to the fact new Sevilla coach Vincenzo Montella has earmarked him as a crucial member of his squad and someone he […]
Ghoulam and Milik prepare comeback
Ghoulam and Milik prepare comeback
Faouzi Ghoulam could be back playing for Napoli within a month, but Arkadiusz Milik has to wait a little longer. The pair both suffered serious knee ligament injuries, as striker Milik has been sidelined since September. Ghoulam tore his anterior cruciate ligament in October, but reportedly impressed medics during today’s check-up. Sky Sport Italia claim […]