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Dzeko called for Roma friendly
Dzeko called for Roma friendly
Despite fears he would be absent, Edin Dzeko is in Roma’s squad to face Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday. Reports in the morning claimed Dzeko’s relationship with Roma had broken down, amidst Inter, Monaco and even Napoli speculation. However, the striker has been called up for the Giallorossi’s friendly against Athletic, which kicks off at 19:00 […]
Everton Soares to Napoli denied
Everton Soares to Napoli denied
Gremio have denied reports that Napoli made an offer for in-demand Brazil winger Everton Soares. Napoli were said to be in talks for Everton, with Calciomercato.it claiming they had already tabled a €30m bid for the ex-Milan target. However, Gremio President Romildo Bolzan told Tuttosport: “There’s no offer from Napoli for Everton. “To buy him, […]
Madrid drop James & Mariano
Madrid drop James & Mariano
Real Madrid have dropped Serie A targets James Rodriguez and Mariano Diaz for their friendly with Red Bull Salzburg later. Marca reports Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane ‘isn’t counting’ on the pair, despite their inclusion in preseason training. James’ omission will inevitably revive links with Napoli, who reportedly have a verbal agreement with Los Blancos over a […]
Report: Lozano agrees Napoli terms
Report: Lozano agrees Napoli terms
Reports in Mexico claim Hirving Lozano has agreed terms with Napoli and should complete his €40m transfer from PSV Eindhoven within days. According to Marca Claro, the negotiations have proved successful and all the final details – including the tricky issue of image rights – are under control. They maintain the player has agreed full […]
Llorente for Man Utd, Lukaku to Inter?
Llorente for Man Utd, Lukaku to Inter?
Manchester United are suddenly leading the race for free agent Fernando Llorente, which could let Inter capture Romelu Lukaku. According to Sky Sport Italia, former Juventus and Tottenham Hotspur striker Llorente is close to agreeing personal terms with Manchester United. He has also been linked with Fiorentina, Inter, Roma and Napoli. If the Spaniard does […]
Napoli start talks for Everton
Napoli start talks for Everton
Napoli have started negotiations with Gremio for Brazil sensation Everton, claim Calciomercato.it, but offered €30m and the asking price is €50m. The Partenopei have been seeking a reinforcement in attack all summer, but talks for James Rodriguez, Mauro Icardi, Nicolas Pepe and Hirving Lozano never really progressed. Now Calciomercato.it report that Napoli director of sport […]
Ramsey begins Juventus training
Ramsey begins Juventus training
Aaron Ramsey has today started training with the rest of his Juventus teammates, as he continues his recovery from injury. The former Arsenal midfielder has barely set foot on the pitch since March due to various muscular and groin problems. He arrived as a free agent this summer, but only today began to train with […]
De Rossi: ‘Boca choice inevitable’
De Rossi: ‘Boca choice inevitable’
Daniele De Rossi surprised many when he joined Boca Juniors, but insists “it was obvious to those who know me well. It’s not so very different to Roma.” The midfielder was tempted to retire, like Francesco Totti, after Roma decided not to offer him a new contract, but is starting a new and exciting adventure […]
Napoli ‘make Dzeko enquiry’
Napoli ‘make Dzeko enquiry’
Napoli have reportedly made a surprise enquiry for Roma striker Edin Dzeko. Dzeko no longer looks like joining Inter after they failed to agree a fee with Roma. Now, according to Radio Kiss Kiss, Napoli have asked about the Bosnian’s availability. In turn, the 33-year-old would have been informed of the Partenopei’s interest. Carlo Ancelotti’s […]
Ancelotti: Small Napoli advantage
Ancelotti: Small Napoli advantage
Carlo Ancelotti believes Napoli have a ‘small advantage’ on their Serie A rivals after a summer of minimal changes. Napoli have kept their best players this summer, while adding Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Kostas Manolas and Eljif Elmas to their squad. That comes in contrast to Inter, Juventus, Roma and Milan all changing Coach and making […]