Italy is in a new quagmire
A new fiasco shakes the Italian Federation. Because even when it’s not playing, Italy is talked about, and it’s rarely for the better. As illustrated La Gazzetta dello SportPaolo Maldini could leave. A clap of thunder as the new sporting director of the Squadra Azzurra took office only last month. Because the big problem is the Andrea Pirlo case. “It divides”as the Italian newspaper explains. Due to his link with the Fonbet company which is managed by a Russian oligarch, Pirlo is called into question, which raises questions about the future of Paolo Maldini. A mountain of additional problems for the Italian Federation which did not need that…
Raphinha wants to return to her best level
Expectations will be high around Raphinha. He is coming out of a frustrating season with a lot of injuries, a lot of absences, but also important goals and a level that is always impressive when he is there. However, the Brazilian has a fragile physique and we saw him again with his injury during the World Cup. Raphinha must recover from his (umpteenth) physical problem and he will then leave for England for the Barça preparation camp, he is expected to be at his best since he has no desire to leave the club, despite the interests of Saudi clubs in particular.
Roberto De Zerbi wants more on the transfer window!
A word about Tottenham who are in reconstruction mode. After having obtained their maintenance at the last minute, Spurs are investing enormously in this transfer market, Tottenham is also the most spending English club since the opening of the transfer window. Roberto De Zerbi asked for guarantees and he got them, but it’s not over as the former OM coach confided. The Italian technician is preparing this season carefully, he even explained that he only sleeps 4 hours a night, enough to have dark circles… but also full of ideas to bring Tottenham back into the European places at least.
