Inter Milan won the Trofeo TIM tournament last night against Juventus and AC Milan.
Inter Milan won the Trofeo TIM tournament last night against Juventus and AC Milan.
Inter had beaten Juventus 1-0, while Milan lost their meeting with the Bianconeri by the same result. The Nerazzurri won the final game against Milan.
A win garners three points, but when decided on penalties it’s two points for the victor and one for the losing side.
Juventus defender Martin Caceres has suffered a knee injury during Trofeo TIM action.
Juventus defender Martin Caceres has suffered a knee injury during Trofeo TIM action.
Initial reports from the Juventus camp suggest Pepe has a suspected thigh strain, but Caceres sprained his left knee with possible collateral ligament damage.
“Mirko Vucinic only had cramp, but Pepe has a thigh strain and we don’t know yet about Caceres,” commented Coach Antonio Conte.
“It’s a shame, as such a wonderful tournament watched by so many people is played on a pitch that does not help football and makes injuries more likely.
“Tonight we faced important sides. Despite the introduction of new faces and many absences, we are working hard so everyone can understand the concept of our football.
“I saw positive aspects, but we know there is a long way to go and we will grow. The defence did well. Lucio has to learn some mechanisms of movement, but he is at our disposal and will be a strong point for our team.”
Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis has slapped a €100 MILLION price-tag on striker Edinson Cavani.
Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis has slapped a €100 MILLION price-tag on striker Edinson Cavani.
The Uruguayan hitman is a target for Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus after his fine form in Serie A and the Champions League.
“Cavani is not for sale, but we could consider it if a crazy person gave me €100m,” smiled President De Laurentiis on Sky Sport Italia.
“This does not mean it is his price-tag or valuation, but it is what he is worth for me and he won’t leave for less.
“PSG cannot just go around buying everyone. If there is to be the Financial Fair Play rule, then I don’t understand how Michel Platini can justify certain clubs ignoring it.”
Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis has hopes of landing Palermo fullback Federico Balzaretti.
Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis has hopes of landing Palermo fullback Federico Balzaretti.
Napoli have made a bid for Palermo and Italy full-back Balzaretti, but the player is hesitant.
“There are two problems with Balzaretti’s move. The first is that Alessandro Moggi is his agent, so we never know what he really wants to do. The second is that his wife and child live in Paris.
“He was clear that he wants either Palermo or PSG and I respect his reasoning. If he doesn’t arrive, then we could sign a youngster.”
AS Roma star Francesco Totti is confident fitting into new coach Zdenek Zeman’s system.
AS Roma star Francesco Totti is confident fitting into new coach Zdenek Zeman’s system.
Totti could well move his position in the attack to the flank, as Zeman does not see him as a centre-forward.
“My role? We will see and I will adapt. The important thing is to play. Football is fun, I enjoy the sport and try to give the fans entertainment too. As long as I am physically able, I will try to give my contribution.”
Francesco Totti is backing AS Roma’s pursuit of Siena striker Mattia Destro.
Francesco Totti is backing AS Roma‘s pursuit of Siena striker Mattia Destro.
Roma are in advanced negotiations with Destro, although the player owned by Genoa and Siena is hesitating over wage demands.
“Destro can become a top striker,” said Totti. “Siena is a different atmosphere to Roma, but we will help him settle in.
“He’s not a Roma player yet, but I hope he can become a top player in the next two or three years.”
Fiorentina have welcomed new signings Mounir El Hamdaoui and Facundo Roncaglia to the club.
Fiorentina have welcomed new signings Mounir El Hamdaoui and Facundo Roncaglia to the club.
The Viola have seen many changes in their squad this summer, but have brought in forward El Hamdaoui from Ajax and Argentine defender Roncaglia.
“I am very happy to be here and hope to be useful for the squad,” said El Hamdaoui.
“My preferred position is second striker, as I like to play around the centre-forward. I haven’t played a full match in a long time, but it won’t take much to rediscover my form.
“I get on well with Stevan Jovetic and we will make a fine partnership.”
Defender Roncaglia was also present at the Press conference, although fans staged a small protest at the lack of reinforcements.
“Serie A is one of the best Leagues in the world and this club is the place to mature. I am a centre-back, but can also adapt to a wider role.
“In Argentina the Coach also asked me to come forward for set plays. Walter Samuel and Nicolas Burdisso are my idols. Florence is a wonderful city and now the fans will be able to judge me for what I do on the field.”
Tottenham have made a bid for AS Roma striker Marco Borriello.Sky Italia says Borriello is expected to move overseas with clubs in Germany, England and Turkey showing an interest.
Tottenham have made a bid for AS Roma striker Marco Borriello.
Sky Italia says Borriello is expected to move overseas with clubs in Germany, England and Turkey showing an interest.
Specifically the sides linked with the former Milan and Genoa forward are Werder Bremen, Tottenham and Galatasaray.
AS Roma’s move for Siena striker Mattia Destro has stalled.
AS Roma‘s move for Siena striker Mattia Destro has stalled.
The transfer had been all set to go through once Genoa and Siena struck a deal with Roma, but Destro infuriated his owners by apparently turning down the personal terms.
“I don’t know how this matter will end,” admitted Genoa director of sport Pietro Lo Monaco.
“Roma were certainly the club that over time showed they had real interest for Destro, but money counts more than anything else in life and Juventus offered him better wages.”
Siena Coach Serse Cosmi believes AC Milan are better off without new PSG signing Zlatan Ibrahimovic.Cosmi believes Milan fans ought to be thanking President Silvio Berlusconi for this move.
Siena Coach Serse Cosmi believes AC Milan are better off without new PSG signing Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Cosmi believes Milan fans ought to be thanking President Silvio Berlusconi for this move.
“It’s good for Milan that Ibrahimovic has gone,” he told Sportmediaset. “Now Milan have a great opportunity to rebuild.
“We must bring Italian football to a good level and then some might want to come back with cap in hand only to find the door closed.
“If we rebuild with young homegrown players, then there will be a queue of stars wanting to return to Serie A.
“Anyone who leaves does so only for money. France and China certainly aren’t the future.”
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