After the 25th day of the championship, the Champions League returns with the first leg of the playoffs.
Opening the program for the Italian teams are Juventus and Atalanta, both playing away respectively against Galatasaray and Borussia Dortmund.
Below, as usual, are the most important news 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 was under Tudor's management with Cristiano Giuntoli, but no real negotiation with Napoli was initiated. Later, the new Comolli-Chiellini course considered a swap with Dusan Vlahovic, but the operation fell through due to the lack of openness from both Napoli and the Serbian forward.
Meanwhile, new meetings are expected in the coming days to discuss Vlahovic's renewal, who has always expressed the desire to stay with the team. Tonight, Juventus will face Galatasaray in Istanbul, with Osimhen on the field.
Milan: Tare fined after the Pisa incident
The official statement from Serie A confirmed a fine of 10,000 euros for Igli Tare, sports director of Milan, after the match against Pisa.
The disciplinary action was taken for entering the field at the end of the game with the intent to aggressively contest the referee's performance, an episode that sparked further controversy post-match.
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 criticisms and Spalletti's words: “We must 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 there is “a small problem” that could be resolved in a few days, while he joked about the lineup: “I know who will play but I won't say.”
Napoli: Conte secured until 2027
According to Il Mattino, Antonio Conte's future at Napoli is not tied to results. The coach has a contract until 2027 without exit penalties and with a salary exceeding 7 million annually.
The Premier League's allure, 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 evaluated.
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 a sports director or technical director, but 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, where the Friedkin ownership wants to make him the absolute protagonist.
Lazio: Gomez remains a target for the summer
According to Corriere dello Sport, Lazio maintains contact for Andres Gomez, a winger from Vasco da Gama already followed 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 enhance his value to spark a summer auction. Lazio continues to consider him a priority target to complete the wingers' department.
Fiorentina: Rugani eager, defense selection in balance
As reported, Daniele Rugani has declared himself ready for the match against Pisa, a key game for Fiorentina's survival. Not included in the UEFA list, he will necessarily be used in the championship.
The selection involves Rugani and Luca Ranieri, with Marin Pongracic considered hardly expendable. The final decision will be up to Paolo Vanoli in the coming days, ahead of a derby that could significantly impact the season.
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