🚑 Blow for Milan, Calhanoglu, Kostic’s future and Mainoo: today’s top news🔥 | OneFootball

The 12th matchday of Serie A will conclude this evening with two late games, but attention is already turning to the next round of the Champions League. The Italian teams are preparing to fight for crucial points and opportunities to give momentum to their European campaigns.

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Let’s take a look at the most important news of the day.

Juve, what future for Kostic?

Filip Kostic has become one of the unexpected faces of the Spalletti era at Juventus. Returning to the Bianconeri for the Club World Cup and then staying in Turin, the Serbian winger has carved out a place for himself, collecting important minutes and contributing with goals and assists. However, his long-term prospects remain to be clarified.

According to tuttojuve.com, Kostic has already made his intentions clear: he does not want to reach the end of his contract without news and is aiming for a one- or two-year renewal. The management will evaluate the situation in the coming months, when the direction to be taken will become clearer.

Milan, blow for Athekame: how long will he be out!

Milan continues to ride the post-derby enthusiasm and looks ahead to the clash with Lazio. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Allegri could soon have Gimenez back: the striker is overcoming his ankle problem and is aiming to rejoin the group in the coming days. A valuable recovery ahead of the next league match.

The situation is different for Athekame, who was sidelined by a calf injury during international duty. The full-back will have to stay out for at least a month, slowing down the Rossoneri’s plans on the right flank. The club will continue to monitor his progress in the coming weeks.

Inter, shocking curiosity about Calhanoglu

A surprising curiosity concerns Hakan Calhanoglu and his penalty misses. The Turk missed a penalty against Napoli last year and another in the derby lost by Inter yesterday. However, one detail makes it even more peculiar.

As reported by Giuseppe Pastore, both penalties happened exactly at the 74th minute and always in front of the Curva Nord. An incredible coincidence that adds an interesting twist to the Nerazzurri midfielder’s journey.

Napoli, will Mainoo arrive in January?

Napoli continues to monitor the January transfer market, and among the names being followed with interest is Mainoo from Manchester United, already linked to the Azzurri in the summer. The English midfielder remains a concrete target for the management, who are considering a midfield addition. Meanwhile, in Manchester there is also talk about the future of Zirkzee.

Asked about the possible departure of the two players, Ruben Amorim did not rule out any scenarios: “The club comes first, it’s the number one priority. We have to think about the team. After that, anything can happen.” Words that open up the possibility of a sale as early as January.

Roma, interested in Ayhan from Schalke

Roma is preparing its moves for the January transfer window and is looking at new profiles for the future. As reported by journalist Rudy Galetti, the Giallorossi have set their sights on Mertcan Ayhan, a young Turkish centre-back with great potential. The 2006-born player is one of the most interesting talents in the Schalke 04 setup.

Ayhan is under contract with the German club until 2028, and the asking price is around 8 million euros. Roma is following the evolution of the negotiations, but must watch out for competition: Galatasaray is also interested in the defender.

Lazio, fans demand a meeting with Lotito

After Claudio Lotito’s comments to Sky Sport and Dazn about Lazio fans not entering the stadium for the match against Lecce, the organized supporters responded on Radio Laziale. The radio offered the chance for a direct discussion: “If anyone from Lazio wants to clarify things, I can host this clarification here on air”. An invitation that opens the door to public discussion.

The organized groups made their position clear: “Our credibility is worth more than his. People decided not to enter spontaneously”. And again: “Coercion is when someone who pays for a ticket is stopped at the gates”. The fans contest the club’s management and criticize the president’s version of events.

Fiorentina, searching for a strike partner for Kean

Moise Kean worked hard in the build-up against Juventus, even hitting the crossbar, but was unable to make a real impact. The partnership with Piccoli did not work out well, and Vanoli is considering bringing Gudmundsson back for the match against Atalanta. As reported by Corriere dello Sport, the Icelander would be the ideal partner because he creates space for number 20.

Looking ahead to upcoming commitments, Fiorentina is also considering rotation for the Conference League match against AEK. To be at their best in Bergamo, Martinelli, Viti, Ndour, Fazzini, Richardson, and the returning Gosens could get playing time, according to ANSA/FiorentinaUno.com. Dodo and Piccoli remain out.

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