Author Archives: James Grundy
Pellegrini’s Injury Comes at an Unfortunate Time
Pellegrini’s Injury Comes at an Unfortunate Time
Lorenzo Pellegrini has made quite the impression since returning to Roma this summer after his two seasons away from the capital at Sassuolo[1]. Pellegrini has begun to earn playing time in Roma’s midfield trio which already features world class caliber players in Daniele De Rossi[2], Radja Nainggolan[3], and Kevin Strootman. Pellegrini started the season with […]
Roma Getting Healthier at the Right Time
Roma Getting Healthier at the Right Time
According to a report Tuesday by Corriere dello Sport Roma should be getting a few key players back ahead of Saturday’s big class with undefeated Napoli[1] at the Olimpico. The report on the state of the team’s health stated that De Rossi has recommenced training with the first team group. This means that he will […]
Dries Mertens: Man Utd very interested in Napoli star
Dries Mertens: Man Utd very interested in Napoli star
Manchester United are very interested in signing Napoli winger Dries Mertens, according to a former director of the Italian club. Pierpaolo Marino says United are tracking the Belgium international closely ahead of a possible bid next summer. Mertens, who has also been linked with Arsenal in recent weeks[1], signed a contract extension early in the […]
Nikola Maksimovic: Arsenal tracking Napoli defender
Nikola Maksimovic: Arsenal tracking Napoli defender
Arsenal are keeping tabs on Napoli defender Nikola Maksimovic, according to Italian magazine Guerin Sportivo[1]. The Serbia international, aged 25, is reportedly being scouted by the Gunners as they mull over a possible bid in the January transfer window. But they face competition from Napoli’s Serie A rivals Inter Milan, who are also weighing up […]
Di Natale: ‘Insgine can be my heir’
Di Natale: ‘Insgine can be my heir’
Antonio Di Natale names Lorenzo Insigne as his heir – “he’s playing as a top player and he’s started scoring”. The Udinese legend turns 40 today, and he spoke to Gazzetta dello Sport for the occasion. The newspaper asked Toto whether he sees an heir to himself, Francesco Totti and Alessandro Del Piero. “Insigne,” Di […]
Arsenal going head to head with Inter for Napoli ace
Arsenal going head to head with Inter for Napoli ace
Arsenal are set to lock horns with Inter Milan in January for the signing of Napoli defender Nikola Maksimovic The 25 year-old has struggled to hold down a starting place for the Serie A side since arriving from Torino in the summer. And reports in Italy claim boss Maurizio Sarri could be ready to sell Maksimovic at […]
Mirabelli: AC Milan didn’t plan for Bonucci swoop
Mirabelli: AC Milan didn’t plan for Bonucci swoop
AC Milan director of sport Massimiliano Mirabelli admits he didn’t think a deal for Leonardo Bonucci was realistic. The former Juventus defender joined the Rossoneri in a shock move during the summer, with a deal coming together in a matter of days. Mirabelli revealed even he didn’t think the Bianconeri would let go of the […]
Zaza: ‘Grateful to Sassuolo and Juve’
Zaza: ‘Grateful to Sassuolo and Juve’
Simone Zaza will forever be grateful to Sassuolo and Eusebio Di Francesco, but has “no regrets” about his time at Juventus. The striker has rediscovered his confidence and form at Valencia following a dire spell at West Ham United. But it was at the Mapei Stadium under Coach Di Francesco – who is now in […]
Three must-watch matches in Serie A this weekend
Three must-watch matches in Serie A this weekend
Three must-watch matches this weekend in Serie Aby: Claudio PerfettoWith the international break in the rear-view mirror, Serie A will be returning to action with three absolutely must watch matches. The top six (although Milan is level with Torino in sixth place) will all face off against each other. It will be a vital round […]
Rugani wants more Juventus game time
Rugani wants more Juventus game time
12 October at 23:00 Juventus star Daniele Rugani talked to Sky Sport (as quoted by ilbianconero.com) on Thursday afternoon, here’s what he told the Italian broadcasters: “I know the club trust me and I am proud of it. I will always do my best to replay their trust. This is a great club and I am […]