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With the 25th matchday of the league behind us, the Champions League returns with the first leg of the playoffs.
Opening the schedule for the Italian teams are Juventus and Atalanta, both playing away matches against Galatasaray and Borussia Dortmund, respectively.
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Below, as usual, are the most important news stories of the day.
Juventus, behind the scenes of the Osimhen-Vlahovic swap
According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Juventus tried twice to bring Victor Osimhen to Turin. The first attempt dates back to the Tudor era with Cristiano Giuntoli, but no real negotiations were started with Napoli. Later, the new Comolli-Chiellini management considered a swap with Dusan Vlahovic, but the deal fell through due to a lack of openness from both Napoli and the Serbian striker.
Meanwhile, new meetings are scheduled in the coming days to discuss Vlahovic’s contract renewal, as he has always expressed his desire to stay with the Bianconeri. Tonight, Juventus will face Galatasaray in Istanbul, with Osimhen on the opposing side.
Milan: Tare fined after the Pisa incident
The official statement from Serie A confirmed a €10,000 fine for Igli Tare, sporting director of Milan, after the match against Pisa.
The disciplinary action was taken for entering the pitch at the end of the match with the intent to aggressively contest the referee’s decisions, an episode that sparked further controversy after the game.
Inter, Chivu VS Spalletti: “Let’s stop being moralists”
In a press conference on the eve of the match against Bodo Glimt, Inter coach Cristian Chivu responded to criticism and Spalletti’s comments: “We have to accept that criticism is part of this game, the team at the top is always the most hated… We need to stop being moralists.”
Regarding Hakan Calhanoglu’s condition, he explained that there is “a small problem” that could be resolved in a few days, while joking about the lineup: “I know who will play but I won’t say.”
Napoli: Conte secured until 2027
According to Il Mattino, the future of Antonio Conte at Napoli is not tied to results. The coach has a contract until 2027 with no exit penalties and a salary exceeding 7 million per year.
The allure of the Premier League, with Chelsea and Tottenham interested, will not sway him: Conte wants to complete the three-year cycle at Napoli, after which a possible extension will be considered.
Roma: Totti ambassador and strategist for the future
According to Corriere dello Sport, Francesco Totti is getting closer to a new adventure with Roma. He will not be sporting director or technical director, but rather a sort of director of football strategies.
His role will also include being the club’s ambassador worldwide, attending draws, institutional events, and the 2027 centenary celebrations, an occasion where the Friedkin ownership wants to make him the main protagonist.
Lazio: Gomez remains a target for the summer
According to Corriere dello Sport, Lazio is keeping contacts alive for Andres Gomez, winger for Vasco da Gama who was already tracked in January. The failed transfer was due to the lack of outgoing offensive players.
The Brazilian club, which redeemed him from Rennes for 4.5 million, aims to increase his value to spark a summer bidding war. Lazio continues to consider him a top target to complete the wing department.
Fiorentina: Rugani eager, selection dilemma for the derby
As reported, Daniele Rugani has declared himself ready for the clash against Pisa, a key match for Fiorentina’s survival. Not included in the UEFA list, he will be preserved for the league.
The selection dilemma is between Rugani and Luca Ranieri, with Marin Pongracic considered almost untouchable. The final decision will be up to Paolo Vanoli in the coming days, ahead of a derby that could have a huge impact on the season.
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