Darwin Nunes, Gennaro Gatuso, Kevin De Bruin (Photos: Alex Livesy, Stuart Franklin, Alex Davidson/Getty Images)
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We can finally look ahead as the absurd events of former Italian coach Luciano Spalletti are behind us now. Italy was embarrassed themselves on the field against Norway, but even more so in terms of public image, due to the via of President Figc Gabriele Gravina.
Within hours he first defended the head coach, then sent him to a press conference to announce that he had been released from duties. There were two absurdities that followed. Despite his termination, Sparetti led Azzuri against Moldova and, worse, fired his coach without preparing for a replacement.
He gathered a series of rejections and treated FIGC as if it were a three-rate organization.
Claudio Ranieri rejected the offer after one night of thought, not due to interference from the Friedkins, after being initially open to the role. Coaching for the national team would have been the best result of a great career, but the uncertainty outweighs fame. What’s more, it would have been almost impossible to manage two high-level roles simultaneously, with the care worthy of Roma.
In the last few days, after several phone conversations with Gianluigi Buffon (the chief of the Italian delegation), he turns the page with Gatuso. A meeting with FIGC President Gravina is scheduled for today to complete the remaining details and prepare for a new era for the national team. Azzurri must gather around him: “Italia called.”
Gravina is still waiting for Pioli as she approaches. He has a verbal agreement with Fiorentina and is working to secure a release from Al-Nassr.
Kevin de Bruyne and other Napoli Transfer News
That allows us to ultimately shift our focus to the relocation market, especially now that all the benches have been filled.
Napoli has reached an agreement with Emporio, a talented centre-back born in 2004, Luca Marianucci, but Sam Beukema is also in the pipeline. Naples plans to close the transaction and present him to Antonio Conte, who has made his interest clear.
The transfer fee is set at 30 million euros. Bologna resists, but they must resolve the situation sooner or later. This represents the key capital gains of the Joey Sapt club, which spent just 7.5 million euros to sign the defender in 2023.
There was no doubt that Kevin de Bruyne would join Napoli. The documents are complete and the two parties are currently finalizing their bureaucratic stages. His medical care is scheduled for today. Some of the transactions have not been risk-free so far since May 7, when the length of the contract (two years and extension options) was revealed. More importantly, Mrs. Debinn’s visit to Naples confirmed a long-standing decision.
The wings also have movement. A year ago, Conte had expressed interest in Federico Chiesa on his way out of Juventus. However, there were no negotiations at the time. After a season with little playing time for Liverpool, Chiesa is thinking of his English adventures. Naples is looking for two wingers. Unless Bologna asks for excessive fees, Dan Ndoye will top the list. Naples praise Zaccani as well, but Lazio’s demands are high. Don’t forget that Biancocelesti is chasing Giacomo raspadori.
Napoli is actively looking for strikers. Over a month ago we reported their strong interest in Darwin Nunes, who is planning to leave Liverpool. For now, the striker has turned down an offer from the Saudi Arabian club. In addition to Nunes, Napoli also follows Lorenzo Lucca, who has been attracting interest from several Serie A clubs, and Manchester United’s Rasmus Hoilund, who is also on Inter’s radar.
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Once Christian Chive arrives at Nerazuli’s bench, the Palma shaft can get hot. Intel plans to sign at least one forward, and Ange-Yoan Bonny has been on their radar for a long time. The two clubs have already met to discuss the possibility of a move to Milan.
Edin Zeko was able to return to Italy after time at Fenerbafe. Bologna moves first, works hard to secure a contract and beat the competition, but beware of the interest Fiorentina.
As for Mile Subiral, despite rumors that he is linked to Milan, his future is increasingly linked to Rome. Giallorossi has not back down the inch and is currently working on bonuses to match the 4 million euro salary demand from player aides. A new meeting could potentially finalise the transaction.
Meanwhile, Mattia Perin, who misses the Club World Cup, decides to find a new club and considers his time at Juventus. Offers from Italy and abroad will be appreciated.
Finally, the Caprile chapter. A few days ago, Cagliari decided to enable the acquisition option from Naples for around 8 million euros. It’s not just a matter of time before the agreement is formalized.