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Hamsik: ‘Not thinking about Juventus’
Hamsik: ‘Not thinking about Juventus’
Napoli captain Marek Hamsik insists “we’re not thinking about” Juventus, and reiterates that Carlo Ancelotti convinced him to stay. The Partenopei picked up 91 points last season, but they still weren’t able to overhaul the Old Lady and win the title. Carlo Ancelotti has replaced Maurizio Sarri as Coach for the coming season, and another […]
Totti praises Pastore
Totti praises Pastore
Roma legend Francesco Totti praises new signing Javier Pastore – “this squad needed him”. The Argentine arrived from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, and will look to fill the creative void which has arguably existed since Er Pupone retired. “We all know him, he has quality and consistency,” Totti said, answering fan questions on Twitter. “This […]
ADL: ‘Sabaly or Arias’
ADL: ‘Sabaly or Arias’
Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis confirms “we have to drop Santiago Arias” if Guillermo Ochoa signs as the third goalkeeper. The Partenopei signed Orestis Karnezis and Alex Meret this summer, but the latter is out after breaking a bone in his arm. That has seen them turn to Mexico’s number one, but his arrival would […]
Five crucial fixtures for… Inter
Five crucial fixtures for… Inter
Having finally secured a return to the Champions League, Inter head into 2018-19 looking to consolidate and build. The Nerazzurri moved quickly in the transfer market, signing Stefan de Vrij and Kwadwo Asamoah on free transfers, as well as promising Argentine striker Lautaro Martinez. Arguably the biggest signing of the summer so far though is […]
Report: Napoli reject Chiriches bids
Report: Napoli reject Chiriches bids
Napoli have reportedly rejected bids from Stoke City and Cardiff City for Vlad Chiriches, who is set to play a first-team role at the San Paolo. According to CalcioNapoli24, Chiriches ‘convinced’ Ancelotti at Napoli’s preseason retreat in Dimaro, despite offers in the region of €12-18m. Consequently, he should compete with Kalidou Koulibaly, Raul Albiol and […]
Five crucial fixtures for… Milan
Five crucial fixtures for… Milan
Milan go in to the Serie A season with less expectation than last season, but seemingly in a far more stable position. The Rossoneri spent over €200m on transfers last summer, with fans dreaming of a tilt at the Scudetto. Owner Yonghong Li’s financial capacity soon came into question though, and he has been ousted […]
Sabaly set for Napoli medical?
Sabaly set for Napoli medical?
Youssouf Sabaly is set to undergo a medical at Napoli today before completing a €15m transfer from Bordeaux. Corriere del Mezzogiorno reports that the Partenopei have had a bid for the 25-year-old accepted by the French club. As such, the Senegal international will fly out to Italy, where he is expected to have his medical […]
Hysaj to sign new Napoli deal?
Hysaj to sign new Napoli deal?
It is reported that Elseid Hysaj could soon sign a new contract to remain at Napoli, ending speculation over his future. The Albiania full-back has been linked with a move away from the Partenopei this summer, with Premier League clubs Manchester United and Chelsea said to be interested. However, Corriere dello Sport claims that the […]
Five crucial fixtures for… Juventus
Five crucial fixtures for… Juventus
After a record-breaking seventh Scudetto in a row, Juventus are dominating Italian football like no side before. The Bianconeri have won the Coppa Italia in each of the past four seasons too, so there’s no question that the neutrals want to see the Old Lady dethroned. Juve aren’t resting on their laurels though, signing reigning […]
ADL: ‘Tough start for Napoli’
ADL: ‘Tough start for Napoli’
Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis admits “we have an objectively difficult start” to the Serie A season but “I’m optimistic”. The fixtures for 2018-19 were drawn today, and the Partenopei face Lazio, Milan, Fiorentina and Juventus within the first seven rounds. “We have an objectively difficult start,” De Laurentiis acknowledged on the club’s official website. […]