News Focus
- Juventus have made Atletico Madrid’s Alexander Sørloth their priority target to replace departing striker Dusan Vlahovic.
- Inter Milan are pushing hard to sign Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones, with new coach Cristian Chivu reportedly making direct contact.
- Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has confirmed the club’s split with Antonio Conte and is waiting to appoint Massimiliano Allegri.
- AC Milan have opened fresh talks with former Tottenham and Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino regarding their managerial vacancy.
- Bayern Munich’s German midfielder Leon Goretzka has been offered to Juventus on a free transfer.
Italy’s top clubs are preparing for a busy summer transfer window. Juventus are hunting for a new centre-forward to lead their attack. The Turin giants have set their sights on Alexander Sørloth from Atletico Madrid. The Norwegian striker has found the net 44 times in 107 appearances for the Spanish club. Atletico have placed a €30 million price tag on the 29-year-old. The Bianconeri plan to use funds from the sale of Dusan Vlahovic to finance the move.
Juventus also hope to create a strong strike partnership by signing Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain. However, negotiations with the French champions have proven difficult. As an alternative boost to their squad, the club have offered a contract to Leon Goretzka. The Bayern Munich midfielder is available without a transfer fee.
Inter Milan are also active in the market. The Nerazzurri want to bring Curtis Jones from Liverpool to the San Siro. The 24-year-old England international has become a primary target for the club. Reports suggest that new manager Cristian Chivu has personally called the player to discuss the move. Inter hope to complete the deal before their pre-season tour begins.
In Naples, club president Aurelio De Laurentiis spoke about major changes. He confirmed that manager Antonio Conte has left the club. De Laurentiis revealed he is waiting to appoint Massimiliano Allegri as the new coach. League regulations currently prevent him from making an official announcement. He also addressed speculation about star players Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne. The president stated that any decision on their futures will depend on the new manager’s wishes.
AC Milan continue their search for a new head coach. The Rossoneri have held discussions with Argentine manager Mauricio Pochettino. The former Tottenham boss is now considered a leading candidate for the position. Oliver Glasner remains another name on the club’s shortlist.
Elsewhere, former Manchester United advisor Ralf Rangnick faces an uncertain future. Sources suggest he has received an ultimatum regarding his current role. At Roma, defender Gianluca Mancini will stay at the club. Manager Daniele De Rossi has assured the player he is not for sale despite interest from other clubs.
Former Colombian striker Radamel Falcao has praised Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti. Falcao explained how the Italian coach has won the respect of Brazilian supporters. Ancelotti recently guided his side to victory in the Champions League final.