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‘Cavani has Napoli return in mind’
‘Cavani has Napoli return in mind’
Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani would like to return to Napoli one day, according to his agent. Cavani enjoyed three prolific seasons at Napoli before joining PSG in 2013, although the 30-year-old has made no secret of his desire to play for the Partenopei again before he hangs up his boots. “He’s very happy, he’s about to […]
Ghoulam ‘could return in 90 days’
Ghoulam ‘could return in 90 days’
Napoli have announced that defender Faouzi Ghoulam could be back training with their first team in “90 days”. Ghoulam underwent surgery on damaged knee ligaments earlier on Friday, amidst fears that the left-back’s season was over. However, a statement on Napoli’s official website reads: “Faouzi Ghoulam was operated this morning by Professor Mariani at the […]
Luis Alberto earns Spain call-up
Luis Alberto earns Spain call-up
Lazio attacker Luis Alberto has been called up to Spain’s squad for friendlies against Costa Rica and Russia over the next fortnight. Luis Alberto’s run of four assists in Lazio’s last five Serie A games, helping the Aquile fly high in the table, sees him selected by Spain for the first time in his career. […]
Ghoulam surgery successful
Ghoulam surgery successful
Napoli defender Faouzi Ghoulam can begin his recovery from an ACL injury after undergoing on successful operation on Friday. According to Sky Sport Italia, Ghoulam encountered no problems during his operation at Villa Stuart clinic and will begin his path to recovery “in the next few hours.” However, the left-back is not expected back until […]
Ausilio hails ‘commander’ Spalletti
Ausilio hails ‘commander’ Spalletti
Piero Ausilio has hailed the impact of ‘commander’ Luciano Spalletti on Inter’s fortunes. “We consider him a real treasure.” “It seems like he’s been here for several years,” the sporting director told Tuttosport. “He’s adapted perfectly, not only to Inter but also the city. He’s adjusted quickly, he feels comfortable and has made an important […]
‘Sarri complains too much!’
‘Sarri complains too much!’
Veteran Luigi Cagni has urged Napoli boss Maurizio Sarri to stop complaining and focus on managing his squad better. “He always finds excuses…” Sarri felt Serie A was being unkind to Napoli after their 4-2 defeat to Manchester City in the Champions League, accusing the League of scheduling them against teams that had an extra […]
Report: Napoli want Vrsaljko
Report: Napoli want Vrsaljko
Napoli have reportedly targeted Atletico Madrid full-back Sime Vrsaljko as a replacement for the injured Faouzi Ghoulam. According to Corriere dello Sport, Napoli are “ready to launch an assault” on Vrsaljko for January, with Ghoulam likely to miss the rest of the season due to damaged knee ligaments. Atleti paid Sassuolo €16m to sign the […]
Inzaghi: ‘Lazio are not a fluke’
Inzaghi: ‘Lazio are not a fluke’
Simone Inzaghi said Lazio are “not a fluke” after being the only Europa League side with a 100 per cent record and sitting joint third in Serie A. The Biancocelesti are the only side in the Europa League with a perfect record after four games and have already secured their group winner status with two […]
‘No Napoli contact for Criscito’
‘No Napoli contact for Criscito’
Domenico Criscito is an option to replace injured Faouzi Ghoulam, but the Zenit defender’s agent insists “there is no contact” with Napoli. Ghoulam has been diagnosed with the complete rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament in his knee, which is expected to require at least four months off the field. The Partenopei are considering January […]
Line-ups: Lazio-Nice
Line-ups: Lazio-Nice
Lazio have a perfect record in the Europa League so far and a victory over Nice tonight would ensure they top the group, but Mario Balotelli is benched. It kicks off at the Stadio Olimpico at 20.05 GMT following on from the Aquile’s 3-1 win in France. Follow the build-up and action from this game, […]