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The weekend is here and Serie A returns, kicking off its schedule with the match at the Maradona between Napoli and Torino.
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Between the pitch and the transfer market, with clubs already working to plan for next season, there is certainly no shortage of news today. Below are the most important updates regarding the league’s top teams.
Juventus, Vlahovic called up? The decision
According to Tuttosport, Juventus continues to handle Dusan Vlahovic’s return with great caution. Even yesterday, the Serbian trained separately, joining the group only in the final part of the session, with no changes to the weekly program.
The approach chosen by Luciano Spalletti, in agreement with the technical and medical staff, is clear: barring surprises, Vlahovic will not be called up against Pisa. There are no new physical problems, just a cautious strategy to bring him back to 100%, with Udine indicated as the real target for his return.
Milan, Bartesaghi eyes the derby: rapid return to the group
According to TMW, Davide Bartesaghi has trained with the group and has thus recovered from the flexor strain suffered against Cremonese. Until just a few hours earlier, his presence in the derby was considered highly doubtful, even just for the bench.
This recovery reopens the race for a spot in the lineup for the clash with Inter. If Bartesaghi still isn’t fit to start, Milan already has Pervis Estupinan ready as an alternative.
Inter, Bonny close to a call-up
According to Sky Sport, there is good news for Cristian Chivu: Ange-Yoan Bonny trained regularly with the rest of the group in today’s session. The calf discomfort has thus been overcome.
The striker is now a candidate for a call-up for the derby against Milan. It remains to be seen how Chivu will use him, but his recovery is already an important sign for Inter.
Napoli after Tonali: a return to Serie A possible
According to Tuttosport, the future of Sandro Tonali is one of the hottest topics in the international transfer market. The presence of agent Beppe Riso at Brighton-Arsenal has fueled rumors around the Newcastle United midfielder, who is being followed by several top clubs after two outstanding seasons in the Premier League.
The newspaper notes that, despite Juventus’ dream of bringing him back to Italy, Newcastle values him at €100 million and is holding firm. However, there is strong pressure from Arsenal and Manchester United, while Tonali’s name continues to be linked to Napoli ahead of the summer.
Roma, when will Soulé return?
According to Corriere dello Sport, Matias Soule has been following a specific program for about three weeks to resolve the pubalgia that has been troubling him. After his brief appearance against Napoli on February 15, the Roma medical staff advised him to stop, alternating therapy, massages, rest, and gym exercises.
The pubalgia worsened because he pushed through the pain for too long, making a break necessary. The newspaper also reports that the recovery plan foresees a return to group training on Monday, with the stated goal of being available for the away match in Como on March 15.
Roma, Giuntoli in the background
According to La Repubblica, the name of Cristiano Giuntoli has been circulating insistently in the Roma orbit. The executive, currently without a position after experiences with Napoli and Juventus, is being mentioned as a possible replacement for Frederic Massara should the paths with the Giallorossi club part ways at the end of the season.
What makes the rumors even stronger is the professional relationship between Giuntoli and Gian Piero Gasperini. Meanwhile, Massara continues to work towards next season, but his future will depend on the decisions of the Friedkin family and the opinion of Claudio Ranieri.
Lazio, ongoing tension between Lotito and Sarri
According to Corriere dello Sport, the relationship between Claudio Lotito and Maurizio Sarri remains tense, with new back-and-forths after the match against Atalanta. At the center of the discussion is the use of Daniel Maldini: Lotito claimed the signing was for a winger, while Sarri reiterated that technical choices are up to the coach.
The newspaper points out how difficult it is to imagine a calm meeting at the end of the season. Sarri aims to finish the year at least with a Coppa Italia final, while Lotito will have to deal with several open issues: twelve players with contracts expiring between 2026 and 2027, the risk of changing coach for the third consecutive year, and the prospect of another transfer window with a zero balance for Lazio.
Fiorentina, Kean gives it a try
According to La Nazione, Moise Kean has trained separately due to a tibia problem, but he has not yet given up hope of being available against Parma. Fiorentina needs a win at a stage of the season where every point is increasingly important.
The newspaper explains that much will depend on today’s training: if Kean returns to the group, his chances of starting will also increase. Paolo Vanoli is therefore waiting for concrete signs from his center forward ahead of the home match.
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