As Roma prepare for the decisive second leg of the Europa League quarter-final against Milan, coach Daniele De Rossi and midfielder Lorenzo Pellegrini shared their thoughts on the upcoming clash, highlighting the significance of the encounter and the team’s determination to progress. The Giallorossi were shaken by events during their match against Udinese earlier this week, when defender Evan Ndicka was stretchered off the pitch after collapsing. Speaking ahead of the match with Milan, De Rossi offered an update on his player: “He’s doing well, which is the most important thing,” De Rossi rea ..read more

Fiorentina head coach Vincenzo Italiano called their match against Viktoria Plzeň ‘their most important game in this period’. A goalless first leg means the Viola have everything to play for at the Artemio Franchi on Thursday afternoon: “This is the most important match of this period,” Italiano stated in his pre-match interview with Sky Sport. “We’ve had many important matches before, but tomorrow is crucial to continue our European journey. The draw in the first leg allows us to approach the game in a certain way. We are determined to progress.” Italiano acknowledged the challenges that lie ..read more

Lazio winger Mattia Zaccagni looks set to renew his contract with the club until 2029, despite strong interest from Juventus. The 28-year-old has a contract with the Biancocelesti until 2025, but talks with the club over a contract renewal had reportedly stalled. Sportitalia journalist Alfredo Pedulla now reports that after losing Felipe Anderson, Lazio orchestrated a surprise ‘blitz’ overnight and secured an agreement for the renewal of Zaccagni. The winger has extended his contract with Lazio until June 30, 2029, agreeing an improved salary that will exceed €3 million per season plus bonuses ..read more

Napoli are contemplating the sensational return of defender Kim Min-Jae, and are hoping to secure him on loan. The idea of Kim returning to Napoli has surfaced, with a well-thought-out plan by the Azzurri , although there is a hurdle to overcome. Il Mattino (via CN24) report on the news, stating: “The revolution is ready in defence. Total. Colombian Davinson Sanchez of Galatasaray is back on the radar of the Azzurri, but the choices are abundant. The department needs reconstruction. And a dream emerges, not so hidden: bringing back Min-jae Kim to Napoli. Indeed, there’s a strategy the azure c ..read more

Gian Piero Gasperini has reappeared as a serious contender to take over the helm at Napoli starting from the upcoming season. He has long been admired by Partenopei president Aurelio De Laurentiis, who approached him 13 years ago with a lucrative contract offer. Il Corriere dello Sport report (via CN24) on Gasperini’s potential move to Napoli, highlighting key insights: “De Laurentiis’ infamous casting, now a summer classic akin to Christmas comedies, has recently rediscovered a distinguished candidate, a man of character, the director of an aggressive, total, spectacular, and pragmatic style ..read more

Felipe Anderson has taken to social media to confirm his departure from Lazio, signalling a new chapter in his career with Palmeiras, despite earlier speculation linking him with a move to Juventus. The Brazilian winger’s contract with Lazio is set to expire on June 30, and negotiations for a renewal have been ongoing for months with no resolution in sight. While reports suggested that Lazio’s new coach, Igor Tudor, was keen on securing Anderson’s stay, the player himself took to Instagram Stories to announce his decision to move on. “In respect to Lazio and its supporters, who have always ba ..read more

Bologna have officially announced that Lewis Ferguson will be sidelined for several months due to an ACL injury. In an official communication, the Rossoblu confirmed that attacking midfielder Ferguson sustained an Anterior Cruciate Ligament injury. Following a medical assessment conducted today, it was determined that Ferguson has suffered an ACL injury. Recovery from such an injury typically takes approximately nine months, indicating that he is unlikely to feature for the club until the mid-season of the upcoming campaign. The statement further stated that Ferguson is scheduled to undergo su ..read more

Inter Milan CEO Giuseppe Marotta says the economic situation at the club is very stable: ‘We hope to continue with the Zhang family.’ Speaking on the sidelines of the Bearzot award ceremony (via CM) received today by Inter’s coach, Simone Inzaghi, Marotta said of the club: “The choice of Inzaghi is collective; obviously, clubs are composed of professionals, and together, we made this decision,” reported TMW. “In him, we found the professional and human qualities that are often more important than the professional ones. We made this choice with great tranquility; he had done well with Lazio. T ..read more

Napoli are being linked with a move for Lille striker Jonathan David as a potential replacement for Victor Osimhen. With Paris Saint-Germain looming as the likely destination for Victor Osimhen, Napoli seem resigned to his departure, however, the reigning champions are actively preparing for the striker’s exit. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, while finding a suitable replacement for Osimhen presents a challenge, Jonathan David of Lille emerges as the prime candidate to fill the void left by the Nigerian international. Despite competition for the Canadian forward in the transfer market, N ..read more

Belgian midfielder Charles De Ketelaere admits that he would rather remain with Atalanta than end up on the bench at Milan. The 23-year-old has spent the season on loan in Bergamo, and has already scored 10 goals across all competitions, having failed to find the net once in Milan in 2022-23. Speaking with  HNL, De Ketelaere opened up about his future between Milan and Atalanta, revealing he would prefer to make the permanent switch to La Dea: “I feel very good at Atalanta. I learned a lot from the tough season with Milan. It helped me take steps forward, and it will continue to help me ..read more