Arsenal legend explains why winning race for Gabriel would be ‘huge’
Arsenal legend explains why winning race for Gabriel would…
Paul Merson thinks the amount of competition for Gabriel Magalhaes’ signature would make him a statement addition at Arsenal. Arsenal appear to be closing in on the signing of Gabriel, who impressed for Lille last season. However, Mikel Arteta has denied the deal is finished. It does seem likely that Gabriel will end up at […]
‘Napoli show fans can attend’
‘Napoli show fans can attend’
The regional chief of Lombardy confirms he is working towards opening up Serie A games to fans. ‘Napoli showed it can be done.’ Sporting events have been behind closed doors in Italy since the COVID-19 pandemic struck in March, but as the lockdown has eased around the country with theatres and cinemas re-opening, pressure is […]
Napoli considering Allan replacement: Veretout, Under & Boga possible options
Napoli considering Allan replacement: Veretout, Under &…
After 5 seasons, Allan is leaving Napoli. The Brazilian midfielder will be leaving the squad and joining Everton. Now, the azzurri squad will need to consider replacement options, in effort to ensure Gattuso has a strong midfield heading into next season. The chosen replacement will be dictated by the formation Gattuso will want to use, and in the case he uses […]
Agent: ‘Diawara wanted by Arsenal’
Agent: ‘Diawara wanted by Arsenal’
Amadou Diawara’s agent confirms he is ‘liked by many clubs in England, including Arsenal,’ so certainly won’t rule out leaving Roma in a swap with Lucas Torreira. The 23-year-old midfielder arrived from Napoli for €21m last summer, but injuries and tactical issues saw him make only 30 competitive appearances. “He is concentrated on his career,” […]
Allan from Napoli to Everton: deal done for 28 million
Allan from Napoli to Everton: deal done for 28 million
After five years Allan leaves Napoli: the Brazilian midfielder is ready to become a new Everton player. Total agreement has been reached for 25 million + 3 million in bonuses: he will join his former coach Carlo Ancelotti, after the two years spent together in Naples. Everton has overcome the interest of Atletico Madrid and […]
Done deal: Allan to Everton
Done deal: Allan to Everton
Multiple Italian reports claim Everton have agreed a deal for Napoli midfielder Allan for €25m plus bonuses. There is still some difference of opinion on the exact figures. Sky Sport Italia maintain it is €25m plus €3m in performance-related bonuses, whereas Sportitalia suggest the bonuses go up to €5m. For several weeks now, it has […]
‘Undecided’ Dzeko keeps everyone waiting
‘Undecided’ Dzeko keeps everyone waiting
Edin Dzeko’s entourage warn ‘nothing has been decided’ for the Roma striker’s future, with Juventus, Napoli, Arkadiusz Milik, Cengiz Under and Luis Suarez all waiting. Dzeko is at the centre of a transfer merry-go-round this summer and until this domino falls, the others will be in a holding pattern. He is expected to meet with […]
Lazio fans give Reina Fascist greeting
Lazio fans give Reina Fascist greeting
Lazio ultras welcomed new signing Pepe Reina in controversial fashion by using a Fascist greeting. A banner was hung across a bridge near Ponte Milvio and the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, reading: ‘Roman salutes to Camerata Reina.’ Camerata is the Fascist version of Comrade. Former Liverpool, Napoli and Milan goalkeeper Reina has spoken in support […]