Cardinale's orders, Chivu loses 3️⃣ for Roma 🤕, Spinazzola OUT? 🔥 | OneFootball

A new football weekend is just around the corner, with a Matchday 5 in Serie A packed with big games, starting with tomorrow’s blockbuster at the Olimpico between Roma and Inter. Meanwhile, yesterday Juventus thrashed NEC 5-0 in their first Europa League group-stage match. 

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But now let’s look at today’s biggest stories.

👀 Juve, Alajbegovic and turning down Chelsea for the Bianconeri

Kerim Alajbegovic was one of the standout performers in Juventus’ 5-0 win over NEC Nijmegen, scoring the goal for 2-0. The 2007-born talent had arrived in the summer from Bayer Leverkusen for €32 million plus bonuses, after his spell at Salzburg. Before Juventus made their move, Napoli and Atalanta had also shown interest in the player, while Alajbegovic seemed destined for Chelsea.

The Blues had offered him a development path with the possibility of a loan move, while Juventus had guaranteed him a more central role in their project. A decision which, according to TMW, led the young Bosnian talent to choose the Bianconeri.

🔜 Milan, Cardinale to Amorim: “Fewer experiments”

After the defeat against Benfica, Ruben Amorim already needs to respond on Sunday against Lecce. Gerry Cardinale continues to back the coach, but is asking for fewer experiments and more certainty. Several big names are expected to start against the Salento side at San Siro. As reported by Corriere della Sera, the situation is not beyond repair, but a turning point is absolutely needed. 

Amorim is being called on to do well in the league, especially because among the top teams Milan have, on paper, the most “comfortable” fixture. At San Siro, several stars will return to the starting lineup, having been left out, for example, against Benfica, such as Pulisic and Rabiot. Milan now need certainty more than ever and must rely on their best players to get back on track as soon as possible. 

🤕 Inter, Chivu heads to the Olimpico with 3 absences

Inter are preparing for their league clash against Roma, but Chivu has to deal with three absentees. As reported by Gianluca Di Marzio, the Nerazzurri will be without Calhanoglu, Spence and Stones. The Turkish midfielder pulled up before the match against Udinese and will most likely be back for the game against Parma after the international break.

As for the former City player, the injury appears to be more serious than expected. Yesterday he underwent the usual tests, which revealed a muscle issue in the flexors of his left leg, with a possible layoff of around a month. As for Spence, he had already arrived injured after the World Cup and will return to action after the long break.

🚑 Napoli, will Spinazzola miss Fiorentina?

Napoli are preparing for their away trip against Fiorentina, scheduled for Sunday at 12:30 p.m. at the Franchi. The Azzurri had a morning session focused on tactical work, but there was no good news for Max Allegri. The Tuscan coach, already dealing with several absences at the start of the season, may have to do without Anguissa, who followed an individual training program again today, as well as Spinazzola.

Below is Napoli’s statement on the condition of the two players: “The group took part in a morning session, carrying out warm-up work and tactical drills. The session ended with a series of finishing exercises. Anguissa followed an individual training program in the gym and on the pitch. Spinazzola did not take part in today’s session due to a minor contracture in the hamstring of his right thigh“.

🏟️ Roma, Pietralata moving toward Euro 2032

Roma’s stadium project is awaiting the conclusion of the service conference, a necessary step to definitively include the Pietralata venue in the Euro 2032 dossier. According to Corriere della Sera, the extraordinary commissioner for Euro 2032 stadiums, Massimo Sessa, is confident the administrative process will be completed by September 30.

“I believe that by the end of the month we will close the administrative process, which will then start the activity by the municipality as an association, so as to begin the executive phase. We are confident that by September 30 all the administrative activity will be completed, which is a complex matter. We are optimistic,” Sessa said.

🤑 Lazio, Lotito sets the price for Taylor

On September 2, the first loyalty bonus for Kenneth Taylor kicked in: €190,000, added to his €1.7 million salary. A clause designed to tie the Dutchman to Lazio and, at the same time, protect his value. The bonus could be triggered again in February if the former Ajax player is still with the club. The club’s strategy also involves sales. Sporting director Angelo Fabiani underlined the possibility of working through financially beneficial departures, citing deals involving Gila, Romagnoli, Guendouzi and Castellanos. Indeed, sales are expected to help fund the next transfer window.

As for Taylor, Il Messaggero indicated that between €40 and €45 million is the figure below which Lotito would not be willing to negotiate. Meanwhile, his performances in recent weeks have reignited interest from the Premier League and Juventus. The situation is different for Nuno Tavares: Porto went no further than a loan with an option to buy, and there was no guarantee of bringing in at least €15 million. The Portuguese player was therefore taken off the market, with the aim of increasing his valuation again through a standout season.

🫂 Fiorentina, Beto and his connection with Pellegrino

Beto did not join Fiorentina only to add more firepower in attack. The Guinean is one of the most experienced players in a very young squad. As reported by Violanews, the striker explained that he is willing to work, wait for his moment and help his teammates, without seeing competition as an internal war.

In particular, Beto spoke about his relationship with Pellegrino, his rival for the centre-forward role: the two get on well together, and the former Everton man reiterated his willingness to help him whenever needed: “I get along very well with Pellegrino now. He’s a good guy and a good player. He listens a lot to the coach and we often talk on the pitch, especially in training. I’m happy for him for what he’s doing. The day he needs my help, he’ll have it, I’ll be there.”

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here.

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