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Inter president Giuseppe Marotta has heaped praise on young striker Francesco Pio Esposito, who continues to shine both for the Nerazzurri and for the Italian national team. Speaking at an RCS event, Marotta highlighted the young forward’s rapid rise and the symbolic value of a homegrown player breaking through at the highest level. “Esposito was already something of a predestined …

Matteo Guendouzi’s future at Lazio is suddenly wide open, with the French midfielder no longer considered untouchable after a difficult first half of the season. Once a guaranteed starter, the Frenchman has struggled for form, lost his place with France, and is now viewed as a potential sale if the right offer arrives. Lazio would consider bids close to €30 …

Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Al-Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves.  The 28-year-old Portuguese international has been linked with a return to the Premier League, and Neves could prove to be an excellent addition for both clubs. They need someone who can control the temple of the game from the deep and create opportunities in the middle …

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has been formally sent to trial by the Rome preliminary hearings judge (GUP) on charges of false accounting linked to the club’s financial statements for the 2019, 2020 and 2021 seasons. Also sent to trial are his long-time associate Andrea Chiavelli and the club itself. The case centres on alleged inflated capital gains (plusvalenze) connected …

Arsenal and Manchester United are reportedly interested in an ambitious move for Scott McTominay. Tottenham Hotspur and Everton are keeping tabs as well, and all four clubs have sounded his representatives regarding a potential move. The midfielder is still keen on playing in the Premier League, and he could return to England if the right project is presented. It will …

Every supporter of the Azzurri will hope their third consecutive shot at a World Cup play-off does not go as badly as the previous two. Giancarlo Rinaldi fears the omens from history could be bad. Ask any self-respecting Italian grandfather the team he would have liked to avoid in the World Cup play-off draw and the answer would undoubtedly have …

Rafael Leão says Milan are “ready” for Sunday’s Derby della Madonnina and believes the Rossoneri now have the experience, balance and leadership needed to challenge for top spot. The Portugal international spoke live on CBS’ Morning Footy, touching on the derby, his role under Massimiliano Allegri and the development of key teammates. Looking ahead to the clash with Inter, Leão …

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Santiago Castro is making a strong impression for Bologna in Serie A, and Football Italia expert Alfredo Pedullà explains why the Rossoblu are keen to lock the young Argentine down to a new deal.  Castro is Bologna’s present and future. The Rossoblu have never considered any offers for the Argentine, and were not interested in letting him leave over the …

Young Apostles goalkeeper Frank Boateng has expressed his displeasure about officiating following defeat to Asante Kotoko on Wednesday afternoon.The Porcupine Warriors prevailed with a 2-1 victory over Young Apostles in a highly completive Ghana Premier League outstanding clash, held at the Baba Yara Stadium on Wednesday.Six minutes into the second half, midfielder Hubert Gyau finally broke the deadlock with a …

Manchester United have identified centre-back Jeremy Jacquet and striker Mohamed Kader Meite from Rennes as targets.  The two players in action for the France under-21 side earlier this month, and Manchester United sent Scouts to watch them in action. They are teammates of Leny Yoro, and it will be interesting to see if the Manchester United defender can convince them to join …

Juventus have confirmed that the Board of Directors has approved a new capital increase worth around €100 million, although the final figure will only be known when the operation formally closes. The club will issue up to 37.9 million new shares, equal to about 10% of current shares, and sell them directly to institutional and qualified investors through an accelerated …

Young Apostles head coach Abu Hanan has assured supporters that his side will deliver the result they expect when they face Hearts of Oak on November 23 at the Wenchi Stadium in a Week 11 Ghana Premier League fixture.The Wenchi-based side enter the match eighth on the table with 14 points from ten games, while Hearts sit sixth with 17 …

Chelsea remain interested in signing the Juventus attacker Kenan Yildiz. The 20-year-old Turkish international is a tremendous talent with a bright future. He is on the radar of Arsenal and Liverpool as well. Chelsea are prepared to make a move for him in the coming months. According to a report from TEAMtalk, the player will cost around £79 million. Chelsea …

Luciano Spalletti may be forced into making a tactical change when Juventus take on Fiorentina in Serie A on Saturday, as an injury to defender Daniele Rugani means that the Old Lady only have two fully fit, senior centre-backs in their squad as things stand.  According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Rugani is expected to be ruled out for around …