Aleksandar Stankovic has played only 16 minutes this season despite Inter investing €23M to keep him. The arrival of Curtis Jones has pushed him down the pecking order, and he may seek a loan in January if his situation …
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This week in Serie A · updated Sun Sep 20 2026
Napoli's alarming start dominated Serie A headlines this week, as three consecutive defeats following an opening win marked their worst beginning in over two decades, echoing their 2000-01 Serie B campaign. Meanwhile, Donyell Malen's remarkable form at Roma continued to impress, with 20 goals since his January debut—the most in Europe's top five leagues—and a significantly improved scoring rate under Gasperini. Elsewhere, managerial focus shifted to transfer and squad matters: Lazio's Gattuso clarified the club's stance on Icardi while downplaying the need for reinforcements, and Milan's Amorim expressed confidence in Pulisic despite his early-season absence. Juventus also prepared to face Sassuolo, aiming to recover from a draw with Milan.
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Stankovic's Limited Role at Inter Raises Questions
Amorim's Tactical Blueprint Emerges in Milan's Dominant Display
Milan's 3-0 win over Lecce showcased key elements of Ruben Amorim's system, including fluid positioning and quick passing. The coach's unconventional lineup choices, such as starting Luka Modric and Christian Pulisic, pa…
Juventus Set to Re-Sign Goalkeeper Neto as Backup
Juventus are finalizing a contract with free-agent goalkeeper Norberto Neto to serve as backup to Guglielmo Vicario. Neto previously played for the club from 2015 to 2017. He was chosen over Sergio Rico and Jesper Cilles…
Roma Set Sights on Frosinone Winger and Sassuolo Midfielder
Roma are monitoring Frosinone's Giorgio Kvernadze, a Georgian winger who has scored five goals and provided two assists this season. They also, along with Juventus, are interested in Sassuolo's Darryl Bakola, an 18-year-…
Napoli Keep Faith in Allegri Despite Early Season Struggles
Napoli are in ninth place after five Serie A matches, but the club has no intention of dismissing coach Massimiliano Allegri. The team has two wins, one draw, and two losses, and injuries to key players have hampered the…
Udinese Bring in Alaba to Shore Up Backline
David Alaba has signed a one-year deal with Udinese after being released by Real Madrid. The 34-year-old had been offered to several Italian clubs but they declined due to his injury history and age. Udinese hope he can …
Inter's Pursuit of a Creative Wing-Back Yields No New Arrival
Inter wanted a more attack-minded wing-back but couldn't finalize a deal because any signing depended on Luis Henrique's departure. They were linked with Moussa Diaby, who moved to Bayer Leverkusen, and also considered J…
Alaba agrees to join Udinese on surprise move
David Alaba has reportedly reached an agreement with Serie A club Udinese. The former Real Madrid and Bayern Munich defender is close to completing the transfer. The move comes as a surprise given his previous clubs.
Gattuso Clarifies Icardi Stance and Lazio's Transfer Needs
Lazio coach Gennaro Gattuso discussed the club's interest in Mauro Icardi ahead of Saturday's match against Venezia. He confirmed a decision on Icardi while insisting the team does not require a 'ringho' (likely a typo f…
Malen's remarkable scoring surge since Roma move
Donyell Malen has scored 20 goals since his Roma debut in January, more than any other player in Europe's top five leagues. His scoring rate improved from one goal every 149.8 minutes at Aston Villa to one every 96.7 min…
Italy international Maldini loses licence after Milan car accident
Daniel Maldini had his driving licence suspended after failing a breathalyser test following a car crash in Milan. The Cagliari midfielder was one of six people with minor injuries in the collision. The incident occurred…
Amorim Confident Pulisic Will Shine for Milan
AC Milan head coach Ruben Amorim has expressed faith in Christian Pulisic's ability to influence games, despite the American winger being absent from the squad in the early part of the 2026-27 season. Amorim's backing su…
Napoli's Winless Slide Matches Historic Low
After an opening victory against Genoa, Napoli have suffered three consecutive defeats, marking their worst start to a season in over two decades. The club's current form echoes their 2000-01 campaign, which took place i…
Juventus Seek Return to Winning Ways Against Sassuolo
Juventus travel to Sassuolo aiming to bounce back from a draw with Milan. The match serves as their final preparation before the upcoming break. Both teams will look to secure crucial points early in the Serie A season.
Como signs forward Picchi to new deal following cancer diagnosis
Italian club Como have extended the contract of forward Roberta Picchi after she was diagnosed with breast cancer. The club expressed support for the player during her treatment. The renewal ensures Picchi remains with t…