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Rasmus Højlund Shines Under Conte As Napoli Push For Permanent €50M Transfer

Napoli’s decision to bring Rasmus Højlund on loan from Manchester United was never meant as a short-term gamble. According to Fabrizio Romano, the arrangement is built around a long-term vision: “Napoli want to keep Rasmus Højlund permanently.

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How Serie A title success predictions have changed after 6 rounds

With the first six weeks of the Serie A season completed, the Opta Supercomputer has updated its Scudetto predictions, including a Milan surge ahead of Juventus.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 6

Genoa lose Ostigard after defender diagnosed with broken rib

Genoa defender Leo Ostigard’s injury is more serious than at first thought, as the Norway team confirmed he has been diagnosed with a broken rib. The centre-back was seen struggling with a blow to the ribcage and substituted at half-time during the 2-1 defeat to Bologna on September 20.

Napoli News / Caught Offside / October 6

Inter Milan keen on selling first team player to Leeds

Leeds have made a very encouraging start to their Premier League, which has been made possible by good transfer business in the summer. And on the back of this, Elland Road officials are already thinking about strengthening Daniel Farke’s squad in January, as they seek to ensure that relegation is avoided.

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Napoli News / Football Italia / October 6

Napoli striker Hojlund: ‘Conte is a top coach, this is exactly what I need right now’

Napoli striker Rasmus Hojlund reflected on his strong start to life in Italy after finding the net again in the 2-1 victory over Genoa, praising both his teammates and head coach Antonio Conte for helping him settle quickly.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 6

Lazio transfer news: Sarri wants Insigne reunion whilst Fabiani pushes Noslin project

Lazio head coach Maurizio Sarri and sporting director Angelo Fabiani appear to be at odds over the club’s transfer priorities ahead of the January window.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 6

Fiorentina suffering worst Serie A start for almost 50 years

Stefano Pioli is increasingly under pressure after Fiorentina had a disastrous start to the season, their worst in almost 50 years, and a run of defeats not seen in almost a century.

Napoli News / Football Italia / October 6

Revealed: Inter friendly against Atletico Madrid originally scheduled against Barcelona

Inter’s upcoming friendly against Atletico Madrid on October 10 in Libya was reportedly initially scheduled to take place against Barcelona, according to L’Interista.

Napoli News / Football Italia / October 6

TS: ‘Conte the real winner of Juventus draw with Milan’

Tuttosport have crowned Antonio Conte as the “real winner” of Juventus vs Milan, arguing that Napoli’s coach can feel reassured about his team’s Scudetto credentials after witnessing the disappointing 0-0 draw in Turin.

Napoli News / Football Italia / October 6

Allegri had two different responses to Pulisic’s missed penalty in Juventus 0-0 Milan

Massimiliano Allegri protected Christian Pulisic in front of the press after missing his penalty during Milan’s 0-0 draw away against Juventus on Sunday

Napoli News / Football Italia / October 5

Rusty Rafael Leao needs to recover as Allegri’s ‘missing piece’ at Milan

Milan drew 0-0 with Juventus on Sunday evening in what would be, under any normal circumstances, a great result for the Rossoneri. However, a missed penalty by Christian Pulisic and a couple of good chances left begging by Rafael Leao meant that the Bianconeri will likely come away as the happier of the two teams.

Scott Mctominay News / Football Italia / October 5

Conte admits McTominay ‘struggling a bit’

Antonio Conte admits Scott McTominay is ‘struggling a bit’ compared to last season, but is happy with his performance against Genoa. Napoli coach Conte admits Scotland international McTominay is struggling ‘a bit’ compared to last season, when he inspired the Partenopei’s title win, becoming the best Serie A player.

Matteo Politano News / Football Italia / October 5

Conte: ‘Most difficult’ Napoli season, I ‘respect’ Italy but Politano must be assessed

Napoli coach Antonio Conte insists this will be the ‘most difficult’ season for the Partenopei and says the injured Matteo Politano and Stanislav Lobotka ‘must be assessed’ before the international break.

Rasmus Hojlund News / Football Italia / October 5

Hojlund on Napoli revival after disheartening Manchester United exit: ‘I’m just doing my job’

Napoli forward Rasmus Hojlund reflected on his goal and another crucial win for the Partenopei, speaking to DAZN and Sky Sport after the 2-1 victory over Genoa at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.

Max Allegri News / Football Italia / October 5

Juventus vs Milan – Rossoneri defender Pavlovic: ‘We want to keep on winning, Allegri gives us confidence’

Milan defender Strahinja Pavlović spoke to DAZN ahead of the Rossoneri’s Serie A clash with Juventus, sharing his excitement and confidence after the team’s strong recent form.

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Oriali explains why Conte left De Bruyne out for Napoli vs. Genoa

Gabriele Oriali has explained why Antonio Conte decided to leave Kevin De Bruyne out of his starting line-up for the Serie A clash between Napoli and Genoa

Max Allegri News / Football Italia / October 5

How Juventus fans will welcome Milan coach Allegri

Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri is not expected to get a hostile reception at the Allianz Stadium this evening as the Italian tactician meets his former club, Juventus, in Serie A Round 6.

Napoli News / Football Italia / October 4

Allegri won’t seek ‘revenge’ on Juventus, Rafael Leao has ‘just started the season’

Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri insists he’s not seeking revenge on his former club Juventus, but hints that Rafael Leao may start on the bench again: ‘Practically, he has just started the season.’ Allegri previewed tomorrow’s Serie A clash between his Milan side and Juventus at a press conference on Saturday.

Miguel Gutierrez News / Football Italia / October 3

Napoli new boy Gutierrez: “Working with Conte is a privilege, this team feels like a family”

Miguel Gutierrez has reflected on his early days at Napoli, highlighting both the difficulties of adapting abroad and the support he has received since joining.

Luciano Spalletti News / Football Italia / October 3

Al-Sadd make lucrative two-year offer to Luciano Spalletti

Luciano Spalletti is considering a lucrative two-year proposal from Al-Sadd, according to reports in Italy. The former Italy head coach has been taking time out after his dismissal a few months ago but interest from abroad has not subsided and the Qatari club have now formalised their approach.

Khephren Thuram News / Football Italia / October 3

Thuram and Bremer: Juventus injury updates ahead of Milan clash

Reports in Italy claim that Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram partially trained with the rest of the team today, while Gleison Bremer continued to work separately.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 3

Sources: Man United board plan ideal one-in-one-out January transfer scenario

Manchester United’s board are ready to give Ruben Amorim license to make further changes in attack this January. As reported here for the Daily Briefing, it is my understanding that Man Utd could be prepared to listen to offers for Joshua Zirkzee this winter in the aim of funding a move for a replacement.

Rasmus Hojlund News / HITC / October 2

How the Italian press echoed Rasmus Hojlund’s ‘unforgettable’ Napoli display

Rasmus Hojlund appears to be enjoying his time away from Manchester United this season, settling in well at Napoli and making a real impact in the Champions League.

Victor Osimhen News / Total Apex Sports / September 30

Liverpool: Victor Osimhen’s Penalty Secures Galatasaray’s 1-0 Champions League Victory

Victor Osimhen’s penalty in the first half proved decisive as Galatasaray sealed a famous 1-0 victory over Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League group stage.