Author: Soccerhuz
Italy national team head coach Luciano Spalletti confirmed that he will use a back three system as a default moving forwards, but the Azzurri have a minor issue when it comes to their defensive options, as they are unlikely to be able to fit their best centre-backs into the same team. Speaking at his press conference on Monday, Spalletti confirmed that he will opt to use a back three system as default moving forwards. The CT had instructed the team to build in a back three, but defend in a four and looked to change systems mid-way through matches at EURO…
Throughout the summer, AC Milan have held an interest in bringing Adrien Rabiot to the club, and whilst there have been hurdles, they have seemingly stayed in the race. However, their chances are fading. The midfield has been a topic of interest for some time now. During last season, Milan’s imbalance in the centre of the pitch was often taken advantage of, and there were regular debates about the composition of the midfield trio. Therefore, it was pivotal for the Rossoneri to improve during the mercato, and after adding their main target, Youssouf Fofana, they have surely improved the issue…
Inter confirm Nicolò Barella has successfully undergone an operation on his sinuses, which ruled him out of international duty with Italy. The midfielder had played in the first three Serie A rounds of the season, scoring in the 4-0 win over Atalanta, but the surgery had been planned in advance for this break in play. A statement released by the club confirms he underwent an endoscopic procedure this morning on his paranasal sinuses at the Humanitas Clinical Institute in Rozzano and the surgery was completely successful. He will rest for a few days before resuming training with the squad next week. This was…
AC Milan have been beaten to the signing of ‘one of the most promising young players in Europe’ today, as the Manchester City winger will head elsewhere in Europe, according to a report. This summer, Milan have shared their focus between the senior and Futuro squads, and there have been some exciting signings made for the latter squad, who will eventually make their way into the senior side. Therefore, it does not come as a shock that the Rossoneri were interested in young Manchester City winger Joel Ndala. The young winger is highly regarded across European football and is deemed as…
Following the closure of the mercato, AC Milan can now look at their squad in full. Paulo Fonseca certainly was not afraid to make improvements to his squad, but how does the window rank compared to their Serie A rivals? This summer was arguably Milan’s biggest in recent years. Not only did the Rossoneri have to improve the squad, but the management had to be mindful of several contract situations, whilst also making moves to improve their newly founded Futuro side. As such, investments had to be made across several priorities, and this meant there had to be value in each…
Roma have officially announced Mario Hermoso’s signing in free agency. “AS Roma are delighted to announce that Mario Hermoso has joined the club,” reads the announcement. “The left-footed defender, 29, has made over 300 professional appearances as a centre-back and left-back. Hermoso started out in the Real Madrid youth academy. Since beginning his senior career, he has played for Real Valladolid, Espanyol, and Atletico Madrid, where he has remained for the past five seasons. He won La Liga with Diego Simeone’s side in the 2020/21 season and also has Champions League experience. Mario has chosen to wear the number 22…
The McLaren team boss was asked another question by GPblog on Saturday: when will the Woking-based Formula One team dare to declare that it is going for both the constructors’ and drivers’ titles? That moment has come after the Italian Grand Prix, although Andrea Stella does not see Red Bull Racing’s situation as dramatic as Max Verstappen’s. Verstappen weighed in scathingly on the RB20’s current state after the race, in which he finished sixth. The Dutchman said the “most dominant car ever” has become a “monster” and that both world titles are not realistic for him and his team at the moment.
Before and throughout the summer, Theo Hernandez and his contract were a key talking point for AC Milan, and with no progress being made yet, there needs to be a change. Today, a report has stated that this weekend’s incident does not change the stance of either party, so progress could be made shortly. The past eight months have been difficult. Since January there have been questions about key players, about managers, and transfers. Now, in September, the issues remain, albeit they are in different contexts. Theo has not yet extended his deal at the club, and things have only…
Throughout the summer, it has seemed that AC Milan and Ismael Bennacer would part ways. However, with the European and Saudi Arabian markets closed, a new solution must be found. Before the summer, Milan fans were hit with a major blow – a star could depart. In the weeks that followed, debates were rife about which star was most sacrificable. Then, there was a suggestion that a star would not leave, and instead, a player like Bennacer could be sacrificed for the squad to improve. Today is September 3, and Bennacer remains, and this opens up an intriguing conversation about the Algerian…
Roma defender Chris Smalling published a lengthy farewell letter to the club after his move to Al Fayha was made official. On Instagram, the Englishman reflected on his 5 seasons at Roma, with ups and downs, as well as the crowning achievement that was the Conference League title in 2021/22. “May 25, 2022 – What a magical night! Lifting a European trophy with AS Roma and receiving the recognition of Man of the Match from you. The word ‘pride’ is not enough to explain what I felt. The noise and passion conveyed by the fans that night were indescribable. I…