Author: Black Dog
Theo Hernandez and Tijjani Reijnders seem to be about to say goodbye to AC Milan, but Rafael Leao will not, at least in Massimiliano Allegri’s mind. According to this morning’s edition of Corriere dello Sport (via MilanNews), many things will change at Milan this summer compared to the season just ended. However, this revolution will absolutely not affect Leao, who instead will be one of the pillars of Allegri’s second tenure at the club. What Allegri told Milan The new coach has never hidden his admiration for the Portuguese winger, to the point that during his time at Juventus he…
Theo Hernandez will not remain at AC Milan beyond this summer, with a sale now being evaluated by all parties involved. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the picture after Thursday’s meeting at Casa Milan between sporting director Igli Tare and agent Manuel Garcia Quillon is clearer: Theo’s chances of renewing are now zero. His Rossoneri story ended on Wednesday 14 May, on the night of the Coppa Italia final lost in Rome against Bologna. There could have been a better ending and instead, barring any surprises, the Frenchman will close out his Milan experience with 262 appearances and 34…
Igli Tare is about to begin his first summer at AC Milan, and the number one target has already been identified: Samuele Ricci. As Corriere dello Sport report, Tare wants Milan to become more Italian. This is something that goes against the trend of the RedBird-branded project, characterised – until a few months ago – by the choice of coaches and players from abroad. The idea is to build a squad with a few more homegrown players, capable of giving identity and a certain type of spirit to his teammates. And the sights have been set on a new man…
Daniele De Rossi is glad that Gian Piero Gasperini is taking over Roma and feels regret PSG coach Luis Enrique didn’t last longer with the Giallorossi. ‘He was a mentor to me.’ The former midfielder started the season on the Roma bench, only to be sacked a few weeks into the campaign for Ivan Juric, who in turn was fired to bring in Claudio Ranieri. Now the Giallorossi will start afresh once more this summer with Gasperini, who has left Atalanta after nine remarkable years. Gian Piero Gasperini, head coach of Atalanta, greets the crowd prior to kick-off in the…
Gian Piero Gasperini is set to join Roma on a three-year contract with a net salary of five million euros a season as the capital club try to re-establish themselves in the Serie A top four. Gian Piero Gasperini confirmed on Saturday he will leave Atalanta after nine hugely successful years ahead of an expected move to rivals Roma. Gasperini, 67, departs after turning the Bergamo club from provincial also-rans in the shadow of the Milan giants down the road to one of Italy’s best teams and even Europa League winners last year. “In the last few hours I have…
playoffs, it seems clear that the Lakers will be recruiting a center, in particular to find a partner of choice for Luka Doncic. And one name already seems to be the unanimous choice of many. Largely dominated in the first round of the playoffs, whether in terms of defense or effort on the floor, the Lakers will have their work cut out over the summer, and not just a little. Fans want to see a different team in September, with Luka Doncic still at the helm. But for that to happen, they’ll have to work hard this off-season. This…
The Los Angeles Lakers entered the 2024-25 season with high expectations after acquiring Luka Doncic in a blockbuster midseason trade that sent Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks. Pairing Doncic with LeBron James created one of the most talented duos in the NBA, alongside key contributors like Austin Reaves. However, despite their star power, the Lakers suffered a disappointing first-round playoff exit against the Minnesota Timberwolves, cutting their championship aspirations short. Now, with the offseason underway, James and Doncic are shifting their focus to an off-court collaboration. James recently announced that Doncic will be the next guest on his podcast,…
The Rise of a Generational Talent: Luka Doncic In the world of basketball, few names resonate with the promise of greatness as strongly as Luka Doncic’s. This young star’s journey from Europe to the NBA encapsulates not just talent, but a relentless pursuit of basketball excellence. Doncic, who left his home at the tender age of 15 to join Real Madrid, has since crossed the Atlantic, bringing his remarkable skills to the Dallas Mavericks at just 18. His story is not just about basketball; it’s a narrative of sacrifice, ambition, and the pursuit of a dream. A Unique Bond: Family…
Luka Doncic appeared on ‘Mind the Game’ to discuss his love for basketball, early multi-sport days, and being a EuroLeague ball boy. He credits his father’s influence and a childhood immersed in hoops for shaping his passion and NBA journey. Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic recently sat down with NBA Hall of Famer Steve Nash and his Los Angeles Lakers teammate LeBron James for the latest installment of the ‘Mind the Game’ podcast. While the full episode will be released on Sunday, the show offered fans a sneak peek on Saturday with a short clip posted on X. In…
Luka Doncic Reveals How He Fell In Love With Basketball originally appeared on Fadeaway World. In a surprise guest appearance on the ‘Mind the Game’ podcast, Lakers star Luka Doncic opened up on all kinds of topics, ranging from his personal life to his career in the NBA. In one segment, Doncic even tells the story of how he first developed a passion for the game, tracing the origins of his love back to his father, Sasa. “For me, I wasn’t good at any other sports,” said Doncic. “I was playing a lot of sports, tennis, soccer, and basketball were…