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With the first two matchdays of the league season behind us and the summer transfer window now closed, Serie A teams are back at work. Summer is now over, with coaches, staff, and players on the pitch preparing for the next fixtures.

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The weekend is just around the corner, and on the horizon there is a clash between two Scudetto contenders: on Saturday, Inter vs Napoli will take place at San Siro at 6 PM. But that’s not all: Serie A’s third round will also bring two other high-stakes matches, Roma vs Atalanta and Juventus vs Milan.

Here we look at today’s biggest stories.

Juventus, Zhegrova left out of UEFA squad: Saudi Arabia or risk of being frozen out

Edon Zhegrova remains at the center of a delicate situation. The Kosovan has been left out of the UEFA squad submitted by Juventus and, according to Corriere dello Sport, could leave Turin to move to Saudi Arabia.

The player is said to be tempted by the Saudi Pro League, but if the move does not go through, the risk is serious: Zhegrova could be left out of the squad for all competitions. A clear decision by Juve, who now see his future as being away from the club’s technical project.

Milan, Gabbia KO: here’s when he could return

Bad news for Milan: Matteo Gabbia has picked up an ankle problem and could be out for a few matches. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Rossoneri defender will definitely miss the clash against Juventus and is also a major doubt for the game against Lazio.

The medical staff’s goal is to get him back without rushing him, with a possible return against Benfica in the Europa League. For Amorim, this is a major absence, especially at a time when Milan are still searching for defensive balance and consistency.

Inter, Handanovic says goodbye after 14 years: “I turned down the Primavera”

Samir Handanovic has left Inter after 14 years. The former Nerazzurri goalkeeper and captain, who later coached in the youth sector, explained to Il Giornale the reasons behind his departure: the club had offered him the Primavera job, but the technical idea did not match his vision.

Handanovic wanted to work with a stable group of young players, setting up a development path. The problem, in his view, was the management of players between the Primavera and the Under-23s: «I would have coached my lads during the week and then in the match I would have had to play those who hadn’t played for the Under-23s. What’s the point of all that?». Now the former goalkeeper is looking ahead: in two weeks he will take the UEFA Pro exam and is aiming to work with senior players.

Napoli, Giovane undergoes surgery: here’s when he’ll return

Napoli will be without Giovane for the next three matches. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, the Brazilian winger underwent surgery to correct an inguinal hernia and will only be available again after the international break.

The club confirmed everything in an official statement: «This morning Giovane underwent surgery for the correction of an inguinal hernia at the Villa Stuart Clinic. The player will be available again after the break». For Allegri, it is a blow at an already delicate time in the management of his wide players.

Roma, N’Dicka still a doubt: 2 players pushing for a chance

Roma continue to monitor Evan N’Dicka’s condition. The defender missed the match against Lecce because of a last-minute physical issue, but tests ruled out any injury: it is only inflammation.

According to Corriere dello Sport, his presence against Atalanta remains in doubt. If he is unavailable, Ghilardi is the most immediate option after his excellent performance against Lecce, but keep an eye on Balerdi too, who has just arrived from Marseille and is already ready to compete for a starting spot. Mancini and Hermoso, meanwhile, are confirmed.

Lazio, Mandas protected by Gattuso: no to Bournemouth, Di Gregorio and Kepa

An important behind-the-scenes story regarding Lazio’s goalkeeping situation. According to Il Messaggero, Bournemouth were ready to sign Christos Mandas permanently for €15 million, but Gennaro Gattuso is said to have blocked the sale, identifying the Greek as the starter in Lazio’s new project.

Lazio are also said to have rejected other options: Michele Di Gregorio had been proposed in a swap deal involving Mandas, while Kepa was available from Arsenal for around €5 million. Gattuso said no to both ideas, choosing instead to put his faith firmly in the 2001-born goalkeeper. So far, that decision has paid off, with two clean sheets in the first two matchdays.

Fiorentina, Kean to Como: all the behind-the-scenes details

Moise Kean’s move to Como was one of the longest negotiations of the summer. According to TMW, the architect of the deal was Alessandro Lucci, who for 67 days acted as the go-between for Como and Fiorentina without the two clubs speaking directly. The first contact dates back to June 26, during talks over Mattia Liberali.

After an initial €30 million offer was rejected on August 17, Como came back on August 25 with an improved bid of €40 million. Fiorentina only gave the green light after finding a replacement, with Everton agreeing to let Beto go. The deal was completed as a €5 million paid loan, with an obligation to buy for €30 million triggered by his first appearance in 2027, €5 million in bonuses, and a 10% sell-on clause. To get the deal over the line, Kean also gave up €1 million he was due to receive upon leaving.

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