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Napoli Push To Beat Inter Milan To The Signing Of Bologna Star
Napoli Push To Beat Inter Milan To The Signing Of Bologna Star Napoli are pushing to beat Inter Milan to the signing of Bologna defender Sam Beukema this summer transfer window. This according to Sky Sport Italia transfer market Gianluca Di Marzio. He reports, via FCInterNews, that the Partenopei have made the 26-year-old their main alternative to Atalanta's Giorgio Scalvini. Advertisement Sam Beukema has emerged as a big name on the transfer market this summer. The Dutchman joined Bologna in the summer of 2023 from AZ Alkmaar. And he has had two outstanding seasons with the Rossoblu. Therefore, it is looking like Bologna will not be able to keep hold of Beukema this summer. Napoli Pushing To Be Inter To Signing Of Sam Beukema LISBON, PORTUGAL – DECEMBER 11: Sam Beukema of Bologna FC 1909 during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD6 match between SL Benfica and Bologna FC 1909 at Estadio da Luz on December 11, 2024 in Lisbon, Portugal. (Photo by) Inter Milan have long shown an interest in Sam Beukema. The Nerazzurri reportedly see the 26-year-old as one of their main targets as a long-term replacement for Francesco Acerbi and Stefan de Vrij. However, Inter are far from the only club keen on Beukema's signature. Advertisement According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Napoli are really pushing to sign the Dutchman. The Italian champions have made reinforcing their defense a priority for the summer transfer market. There are a few names on Napoli's list. One had been Federico Gatti, but Juventus have no intention of selling him. Then, Napoli are also interested in Atalanta defender Giorgio Scalvini. However, reports Di Marzio, Sam Beukema is the player Napoli are currently pushing to sign.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
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Report Italiano gives priority to Bologna despite Milan interest
Although Vincenzo Italiano hasn't yet agreed to a new contract with Bologna, sources claim the 47-year-old has given priority to the Rossoblu, despite interest from Milan. Bologna coach Italiano is eager to extend his contract beyond 2026 at the Stadio Dall'Ara and will meet with club directors next week to determine his future. Advertisement The two parties already met a few days ago, and although the summit didn't end with a handshake, Italiano and his club are set to meet again after the end of the season to continue negotiations. TMW claims that Italiano has prioritised staying at Bologna, signing a new deal until June 2028. The coach's agent has denied negotiations with Milan, and according to Corriere dello Sport, both Bologna and Italiano are happy to continue working together beyond the summer. Milan will announce Igli Tare as their new sporting director next week after the ex-striker signed a three-year contract with the Rossoneri today. Advertisement Tare will appoint a new Milan coach replacing Sergio Conceiçao and the likes of Massimiliano Allegri, Roberto De Zerbi and Gian Piero Gasperini are among those linked with the job at the Stadio Meazza. What Italiano said after beating Milan in Coppa Italia Final epa12100656 Bologna head coach Vincenzo Italiano during the Italian Cup final soccer match between AC Milan and Bologna FC in Rome, Italy, 14 May 2025. EPA-EFE/FEDERICO PROIETTI Speaking to reporters after Bologna's historic Coppa Italia victory last week, Italiano said: 'After some disappointments, I think we deserved this, especially as we played a great game tonight. It was an incredible performance, we knew once again what Milan would do in the second half, so we responded,' Italiano told Sport Mediaset. 'This incredible year is crowned with this trophy, which is what these fans deserved. Advertisement 'I also want to send a dedication to Joe Barone's family, because his son sent me a message this morning and I was immensely pleased. We came so close to lifting silverware with him too and they mean a lot to me. 'We had a few initial difficulties, but then have been going from strength to strength, both as individuals and a unit. Now please let me go and celebrate, because this is incredible,' smiled Italiano.'
Yahoo
22-05-2025
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Nicola Confirms Three Players Absent Due To Injury For Napoli Vs Cagliari Serie A Clash
Nicola Confirms Three Players Absent Due To Injury For Napoli Vs Cagliari Serie A Clash Cagliari coach Davide Nicola confirms that Elia Caprile, Gianluca Gaetano, and Zito Luvumbo will miss tomorrow's match against Napoli. The Rossoblu coach updated in a press conference ahead of the match, as reported by FCInterNews. Advertisement Cagliari take on Napoli in Serie A tomorrow evening. It is a match that promises to be decisive in the Serie A title race. Heading into the final day of the season, Napoli are one point ahead of Inter Milan at the top of the league table. Therefore, with a win, the Partenopei would clinch the title for the second time in three years. On the other hand, if Napoli are to drop points, it would give Inter the opportunity to overtake them right at the finish line. The Nerazzurri take on Como in Serie A tomorrow evening. They will play their match concurrently with that of title rivals Napoli. Cagliari Coach Nicola: 'Caprile, Gaetano & Luvumbo Not Available Vs Napoli' EMPOLI, ITALY – MARCH 3: Davide Nicola heand coach of Empoli FC looks on during the Serie A TIM match between Empoli FC and Cagliari – Serie A TIM at Stadio Carlo Castellani on March 3, 2024 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by) Cagliari coach Davide Nicola noted that 'we'll do our best to play our game and show that the league is not over yet.' Advertisement 'That's our mentality,' declared the Rossoblu coach. 'We've had some injury problems,' noted Nicola. 'Gaetano and Caprile certainly won't be available.' The coach noted that Caprile 'played injured in the match against Venezia, between the first and second half.' 'I thank him for staying on the pitch despite the issue he had.' 'Unfortunately, he has a first or second degree sprain in his leg,' added the Rossoblu coach. Meanwhile, 'Zortea is undergoing an ultrasound.' 'He had to come off early. We're observing his condition, and if he's alright I'll rely on him from the start – otherwise, it will be someone else.' Advertisement 'Pavoletti will be available. But he's playing through a knee problem.' And then, 'Luvumbo suffered a problem in the last match, and he won't be available.' Then, Nicola observed that 'it seems like Como and Cagliari are the focus of a lot of attention due to the role we'll play in the title race.' 'But the dispute is between them. Not between Como and Cagliari.' Nicola further insisted that 'we'll play our game, because we're serious professionals.'
Daily Mail
14-05-2025
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Joy for Lewis Ferguson as Scotland midfielder skippers Bologna to their first silverware in 51 years with Italian Cup triumph over AC Milan
Bologna ended their 51-year wait for silverware in spectacular fashion at the Stadio Olimpico as Lewis Ferguson hoisted the trophy into the Roman night sky after a Dan Ndoye strike sank AC Milan. The winger's lashed finish early in the second half proved decisive in a tense tussle, and saw captain Ferguson become an iconic figure in the Rossoblu's storied history. Bologna had paid tribute to their last trophy-winning side, the Coppa Italia champions of 1973-74, with a huge banner before kick-off, challenging the current squad to live up to their memory. They did just that with a controlled performance in which they showed few of the nerves expected on such a historic occasion. It marked a dream climax to a difficult season for Ferguson, who had spent the year battling back from an ACL injury before being disrupted by muscular problems. However, the Hamilton-born midfielder's sensational success story in Emilia-Romagna hit new heights as he added a trophy to a list of accolades that already include a Serie A midfielder of the year award, Champions League qualification and a club record points total. The Bologna skipper shared trophy-hoisting duty with Lorenzo di Silvestre and Ricardo Orsolini For Milan, the defeat was the latest nightmare in a season of struggle, with Sergio Conceicao's side potentially staring down the barrel at a year without European football after Bologna claimed a Europa League spot with their victory. Organisers had not cut back on the cup final pageantry, with a light show and tricolour fireworks accompanying a fleeting appearance from trophy-bearer Roberto Baggio before kick-off. Once the whistle blew, the game proved every bit as lively as the pre-match entertainment, Alex Jimenez threatening for Milan early on before Ferguson curled a shot wide and a Santiago Castro glancing header testing Mike Maignan. Cat-like reflexes from Bologna goalkeeper Lukas Skorupski kept a breathless game level in the 10th minute when he made two point-blank saves in a row before the ball was scrambled to safety. From there, the game finally settled, Ferguson seeing plenty of the ball as Bologna dictated possession and Milan looking to hit on the break. The Scot found himself in trouble at the end of the half when an ill-timed challenge on Rafael Leao earned him a booking and a bloody nose from catching a stray boot. Whatever Vincenzo Italiano said to his players at the break, it clearly had an effect, as an energised Bologna took the lead five minutes into the second half. Switzerland international Ndoye latched on to a loose ball in the box after Riccardo Orsolini was tackled, stepping inside before lashing home a finish in front of the travelling Rossoblu fans. The subs soon started to roll on, Conceicao making a triple change by introducing Kyle Walker, Joao Felix and Santiago Gimenez at once in hope of a spark, while Italiano responded by shifting to a more conservative back three. The changes only produced a deadlock that suited Bologna just fine, with Gimenez having one effort that found the arms of Skorupski while Ndoye threatened again at the other end. When the whistle finally blew, it was euphoria for the underdogs as the long-suffering Bologna fans celebrated a night that will be remembered for generations.
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14-05-2025
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🚨 Ndoye downs Milan as Bologna secure Coppa Italia title
Dan Ndoye's second-half strike led Bologna to their third Coppa Italia title as the Rossoblu edged Milan to a 1-0 Ndoye 53' The match began at a frantic pace and Bologna goalkeeper Lukasz Skorupski was forced into early action, producing a quick reaction double save from Luka Jović and Christian Pulisic's close-range attempts. Both sides probed for an opening in the first period and Bologna's Emil Holm went close with a towering header that Mike Maignan held to keep the score level at half time. Bologna applied pressure after the break and Dan Ndoye found the breakthrough with a neat touch and powerful finish past Maignan from inside the area. Milan came forward in search of an equaliser but almost conceded a second in the final 15 minutes when Ndoye lashed wide from the edge of the box. Ultimately, Milan couldn't break down the resolute Rossoblu defence and the Rossoneri's 23-year wait for a Coppa Italia title rumbles on, while Ndoye's rifled finish led Bologna to their first cup victory since 1974. 📸 Marco Rosi - 2025 Getty Images
