Sassuolo – CaughtOffside https://www.caughtoffside.com Football transfer rumours, news and Gossip from the English Premier League and beyond Wed, 01 Nov 2023 09:14:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.9.9 3497552 Player’s agent confirms West Ham approached Sassuolo striker this summer https://www.caughtoffside.com/2023/09/27/players-agent-confirms-west-ham-approached-sassuolo-striker-this-summer/ Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:31:48 +0000 https://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=1552444 It appears that West Ham’s failure to sign a striker this summer wasn’t for the want of trying. After allowing former Sassuolo striker, Gianluca Scamacca, to leave the club after a disappointing campaign, it appeared that David Moyes and his backroom staff were more keen to strengthen other areas of the squad, even though that […]

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It appears that West Ham’s failure to sign a striker this summer wasn’t for the want of trying.

After allowing former Sassuolo striker, Gianluca Scamacca, to leave the club after a disappointing campaign, it appeared that David Moyes and his backroom staff were more keen to strengthen other areas of the squad, even though that effectively meant that 33-year-old Michail Antonio would be their man man again.

With no disrespect intended towards the Jamaica international, he’s getting no younger. He’s still able to rely on his physical attributes but he can’t get about the pitch like he once did and, were he to get injured, it could give Moyes a real headache.

To that end, it’s been revealed that the Hammers have actually been back in touch with the Serie A side to try and procure another of their front men.

According to Tuttomercatoweb, Armand Lauriente’s agent, Roberto Meloni, confirmed that West Ham made an approach for his client, who was also a reported target for Tottenham Hotspur.

“In the Premier League, there was an attempt from West Ham, but he wants to reach an important level, preferring a second season in Sassuolo to confirm himself,” Meloni said.

In any event, the player decided to continue at his current employers, leaving West Ham high and dry as far as a striker signing was concerned.

Whether they decide to go back in for Lauriente or not in January will be found out in a few month’s time.

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Inter Milan team news vs Sassuolo https://www.caughtoffside.com/2023/09/26/inter-milan-team-news-sassuolo/ Tue, 26 Sep 2023 11:34:42 +0000 https://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=1552339 Inter Milan (1st in the Serie A) take on Sassuolo (12th in the Serie A) on Wednesday 27th of September, at the San Siro, at 19:45 PM (BST). The last time these two sides faced, Inter Milan beat Sassuolo 4-2 at the San Siro. Goals from Romelu Lukaku (x2), Lautaro Martinez and a Ruan Tressoldi […]

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Inter Milan (1st in the Serie A) take on Sassuolo (12th in the Serie A) on Wednesday 27th of September, at the San Siro, at 19:45 PM (BST).

The last time these two sides faced, Inter Milan beat Sassuolo 4-2 at the San Siro. Goals from Romelu Lukaku (x2), Lautaro Martinez and a Ruan Tressoldi own goal for Inter Milan, and goals from Matheus Henrique and Davide Frattesi for Sassuolo.

Inter Milan won their last Serie A outing, beating Empoli 1-0. The only goal of the game was scored by Federico Dimarco in the 51st minute to secure the victory and three points.

Sassuolo also won their last Serie A game, beating Juventus 4-2. Goals from Armand Lauriente, Domenico Berardi, Andrea Pinamonti and a Federico Gatti own goal for Sassuolo, with goals from Federico Chiesa and a Matias Vina own goal for Juventus.

How to watch Inter Milan vs Sassuolo

  • Date: Wednesday, September 27th, 2023
  • Kickoff: 19:45 PM (BST)
  • TV Network: TNT Sports
  • Venue: San Siro

Team News:

Inter Milan remain without Marko Arnautovic and Stefano Sensi through injury, whilst Nicolo Barella, Juan Cuadrado and Denzel Dumfries look set to return and be available for selection.

Sassuolo look set to only be missing the one player, that being Agustin Alvarez through injury. The rest of the squad looks to be fit and available for selection.

Predicted XI:

Inter Milan: Sommer, Bastoni, Acerbi, Pavard, Dimarco, Mkhitaryan, Calhanoglu, Frattesi, Dumfries, Thuram, Martinez.

Sassuolo: Cragno, Vina, Tressoldi, Erlic, Toljan, Henrique, Boloca, Lauriente, Bajrami, Berardi, Pinamonti.

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Video: Former Arsenal keeper Szczesny and Gatti’s comical own goal moment goes viral https://www.caughtoffside.com/2023/09/24/video-former-arsenal-keeper-szczesny-and-gattis-comical-own-goal-moment-goes-viral/ Sun, 24 Sep 2023 15:21:45 +0000 https://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=1552075 Former Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny had a nightmare against Sassuolo as Juventus got beaten 4-2. Juventus displayed a poor defensive performance, with numerous errors at the back, including a comical own-goal. Szczesny made a bizarre decision to leave his goal and take a set piece from near the corner flag. Instead of sending the ball […]

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Former Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny had a nightmare against Sassuolo as Juventus got beaten 4-2.

Juventus displayed a poor defensive performance, with numerous errors at the back, including a comical own-goal.

Szczesny made a bizarre decision to leave his goal and take a set piece from near the corner flag. Instead of sending the ball to the opposite side of the pitch, he passed it to Juventus defender Gatti at the edge of the penalty box.

Under pressure from Sassuolo’s high pressing, Gatti panicked and passed the ball back toward the abandoned goal, with Szczesny still near the corner flag.

This incident resulted in one of the most peculiar own-goals you’ll see. It was a costly mistake in a match that saw Juventus concede four goals

Watch below:

 

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Sassuolo vs Juventus: Live stream, TV Channel, Start time and Team news https://www.caughtoffside.com/2023/09/21/sassuolo-vs-juventus-live-stream-tv-channel-start-time-and-team-news/ Thu, 21 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=1551533 Sassuolo (17th in the Serie A) face off against Juventus (2nd in the Serie A) on Saturday 22nd of September, at the Stadio Citta del Tricolore, at 19:45 PM (BST). The last time these two faced each other, Sassuolo managed to beat Juventus 1-0 at the Stadio Citta del Tricolore. The only goal was scored […]

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Sassuolo (17th in the Serie A) face off against Juventus (2nd in the Serie A) on Saturday 22nd of September, at the Stadio Citta del Tricolore, at 19:45 PM (BST).

The last time these two faced each other, Sassuolo managed to beat Juventus 1-0 at the Stadio Citta del Tricolore. The only goal was scored by Gregoire Defrel in the 64th minute to secure the victory.

Sassuolo lost their last Serie A game, losing 4-2 to Frosinone. Goals from Walid Cheddira, Luca Mazzitelli (x2) and Pol Lirola for Frosinone, and a brace from Andrea Pinamonti for Sassuolo.

Juventus won their last Serie A game, beating Lazio 3-1 at the Allianz Stadium. A Dusan Vlahovic brace, and a goal from Federico Chiesa for Juventus, with Lazio’s only goal being scored by Luis Alberto.

How to watch Sassuolo vs Juventus

  • Date: Saturday, September 22nd, 2023
  • Kickoff: 17:00 PM (BST)
  • TV Network: TNT Sports
  • Venue: Stadio Citta del Tricolore

Team News:

Sassuolo will be without Pedro Obiang and Agustin Alvarez, who all remain out through injury. Whilst Samu Castillejo is doubtful, and will be reassessed for Saturday’s action.

Juventus will be without Mattia De Sciglio and Paul Pogba, who remain out through injury. The rest of the squad seems to be available for selection with no new injury news.

Predicted XI:

Sassuolo: Cragno, Vina, Tressoldi, Erlic, Toljan, Lauriente, Henrique, Boloca, Berardi, Bajrami, Pinamonti.

Juventus: Szczesny, Danilo, Bremer, Gatti, Kostic, Rabiot, Locatelli, Miretti, McKennie, Chiesa, Vlahovic.

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Exclusive: Tottenham braced for midfield exit with Inter’s Inzaghi green-lighting transfer https://www.caughtoffside.com/2023/08/31/inzaghi-approves-tottenham-midfield-transfer/ https://www.caughtoffside.com/2023/08/31/inzaghi-approves-tottenham-midfield-transfer/#comments Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:21:08 +0000 https://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=1549080 Tanguy Ndombele’s future would appear to have gained some clarity, with Tottenham understood to no longer be considering him as part of their plans for the season ahead. Sources close to CaughtOffside have indeed noted that the player has been offered, via intermediaries, to various European outfits, including Inter Milan. The Serie A outfit is […]

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Tanguy Ndombele’s future would appear to have gained some clarity, with Tottenham understood to no longer be considering him as part of their plans for the season ahead.

Sources close to CaughtOffside have indeed noted that the player has been offered, via intermediaries, to various European outfits, including Inter Milan.

The Serie A outfit is thought to have green-lighted a potential loan move for the out-of-favour Spurs star, however, a move being agreed will be contingent on Ange Postecoglu’s side agreeing to cover the player’s full salary whilst he is plying his trade in Italy.

The Nerazzuri, on their part, remain keen on signing a new midfielder and are also considering a possible swap deal that would see holding midfielder Maxime Lopez come into the squad and Kristjan Asllani head in the opposite direction to Sassuolo.

It’s important to note that any success in agreeing this arrangement wouldn’t interfere with the possible arrival of Ndombele, with the latter having already earned the seal of approval from manager Simone Inzaghi who is keen on attaining a physical midfielder before the window closes this summer.

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Brighton enter chase for 23-year old Serie A midfielder https://www.caughtoffside.com/2023/05/23/brighton-enter-chase-for-23-year-old-serie-a-midfielder/ Tue, 23 May 2023 15:18:30 +0000 https://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=1538194 Brighton are said to have joined some European sides in the battle to sign Sassuolo midfielder Davide Frattesi this summer. This is according to 90Min, who say that Brighton, Juventus and Inter Milan have all shown a keenness to sign Frattesi who has made 37 appearances in all competitions for Sassuolo this season. Last weekend, […]

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Brighton are said to have joined some European sides in the battle to sign Sassuolo midfielder Davide Frattesi this summer.

This is according to 90Min, who say that Brighton, Juventus and Inter Milan have all shown a keenness to sign Frattesi who has made 37 appearances in all competitions for Sassuolo this season.

Last weekend, Brighton secured qualification for European football for the first time in their history and are looking to spend big on some names this summer.

90Min say that Sassuolo are willing to part ways with Frattesi – who has three years left on his current deal with the club – for a fee in the region of €40million – a fee that would make the Italy international the Seagulls’ record signing after Joao Pedro, who is set to join Brighton this summer from Watford for €34.2million (per Transfermarkt).

Frattesi (right) celebrates scoring against Inter Milan

Out of all the teams interested in Frattesi, Brighton’s desire is the most serious and is that amplified by the words of Sassuolo’s CEO Giovanni Carnevali who, per Fabrizio Romano, said: “I can reveal that the best opportunity for Davide Frattesi is now coming from a Premier League club. I suggest Davide to learn English as soon as possible.”

With Roberto De Zerbi having worked with Frattesi during their time together at Sassuolo, this rumour makes almost too much sense and would elevate Brighton even further as they look to become a household name at the top end of the Premier League.

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Leeds player set to quit as soon as the season is over; £13m deal has been reached https://www.caughtoffside.com/2023/05/23/leeds-player-set-to-quit-as-soon-as-the-season-is-over-13m-deal-has-been-reached/ https://www.caughtoffside.com/2023/05/23/leeds-player-set-to-quit-as-soon-as-the-season-is-over-13m-deal-has-been-reached/#comments Tue, 23 May 2023 11:17:50 +0000 https://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=1538141 Leeds United are reportedly set to lose Wilfried Gnonto at the end of the season. According to a recent report from Calcio Web, the Whites have ‘reached an agreement’ worth approximately £13m with Serie A club Sassuolo. Gnonto has been a rare positive for Leeds United during a campaign that has largely seen the side […]

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Leeds United are reportedly set to lose Wilfried Gnonto at the end of the season.

According to a recent report from Calcio Web, the Whites have ‘reached an agreement’ worth approximately £13m with Serie A club Sassuolo.

Gnonto has been a rare positive for Leeds United during a campaign that has largely seen the side disappoint.

Currently facing the very real possibility of being relegated back to the Championship, the Yorkshire club are now tasked with reshaping their squad in time for next season.

And according to these latest reports, one of the first players out the Elland Road exit will be Gnonto, who is unlikely to remain with the club, especially if they find themselves in England’s second tier next season.

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Transfer news: Neymar Man United, Rice Arsenal latest, Xavi on Messi, Liverpool exit confirmed & more https://www.caughtoffside.com/2023/05/23/transfer-news-neymar-man-utd-rice-arsenal-liverpool-exit/ https://www.caughtoffside.com/2023/05/23/transfer-news-neymar-man-utd-rice-arsenal-liverpool-exit/#comments Tue, 23 May 2023 10:23:42 +0000 https://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=1538127 Hello and welcome to the Daily Briefing – click here to subscribe for more exclusive transfer news delivered ad-free and straight to your inbox! AC Milan Talks continue behind the scenes for Ruben Loftus-Cheek to AC Milan. He’s a top target for Milan, as revealed last week. Chelsea and Milan are discussing about the fee for permanent […]

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AC Milan

Talks continue behind the scenes for Ruben Loftus-Cheek to AC Milan. He’s a top target for Milan, as revealed last week. Chelsea and Milan are discussing about the fee for permanent deal, no way for loan. RLC would be keen on the move to Serie A.

Arsenal

Granit Xhaka: “If next week we know more on my future, I will be thankful for the fans because how they treat me after this, I didn’t expect that.”

Bayer Leverkusen are set to complete the deal soon for €15m and four-year contract to Xhaka. It’s now just a matter of the final details.

Meanwhile, Arsenal are working on the opening bid for West Ham’s Declan Rice as their priority target. Negotiations will start in June.

Bayern Munich are also interested in Declan Rice, despite being aware of Arsenal’s strong interest (Sky Germany)

Barcelona

Xavi on Lionel Messi: His return is up in the air. It depends on many things…He’s a spectacular footballer and he’s a person I’m friends with. We will see if it can happen or not. It also depends on the intention and desire Leo has.”

Xavi on transfer targets: “New right back is not a priority for us now. Busquets is gonna leave so we need to replace him. Kimmich? He’s very good player, one of the best in his position. I won’t say more; Real Sociedad director was not happy [due to comment on Zubimendi] with that.”

Xavi on Ansu Fati’s exit: “We’re now still planning for next season. We have not decided who’s gonna leave — depends on Financial Fair Play too.”

Borussia Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund have concrete interest in Ajax midfielder Edson Alvarez, as German press have reported. The Mexico international is one of the names on the list for next season. The deal will also depend on other clubs as there are Premier League teams interested. Bayern Munich are not working on it as of now, despite some speculation.

Chelsea

Talks continue behind the scenes for Ruben Loftus-Cheek to AC Milan. He’s a top target for Milan, as revealed last week. Chelsea and Milan are discussing about the fee for permanent deal, no way for loan. RLC would be keen on the move to Serie A.

Inter CEO Beppe Marotta: “Lukaku loves Inter, he wants to stay with us. He feels very good here. Negotiations with Chelsea? He’s on loan until June 30, then we still don’t know Chelsea plans. We’re waiting for that.”

There is currently no Chelsea bid for Dusan Vlahovic, with Juventus director Francesco Calvo saying: “I can say that Dusan Vlahovic is NOT for sale. We’re so happy of his commitment, we trust him for the future.”

Eintracht Frankfurt

Eintracht director Markus Krosche on the chance of Evan Ndicka changing his mind and staying at the club: “He feels good with us and he knows what he can have here…He can imagine to stay here with new deal, yes.”

Everton

Everton have triggered the option clause to extend Abdoulaye Doucoure’s contract. The Mali international’s deal will be valid for one more year now.

Inter Milan

Inter CEO Beppe Marotta: “Lukaku loves Inter, he wants to stay with us. He feels very good here. Negotiations with Chelsea? He’s on loan until June 30, then we still don’t know Chelsea plans. We’re waiting for that.”

Marotta: “Simone Inzaghi is untouchable. He was never at risk and he’s now even stronger thanks to recent performances. Inzaghi will be our coach next season, it’s 100% guaranteed. He’s staying.”

Juventus

Official: Juventus incurred a deduction of 10 Serie A points following the verdict by Federal Court of Appeal pertaining to the capital gains scandal.

Juventus director Francesco Calvo: “There are no doubts, Massimiliano Allegri will be our coach next season. We’re building our future together with him. We’ve unconditional trust in Allegri.”

Allegri after losing 4-1 to Empoli: “If I leave Juventus now, I would be the first of the cowards — and I don’t reproach the team for anything”.

Juventus director Calvo: “I can say that Dusan Vlahovic is NOT for sale. We’re so happy of his commitment, we trust him for the future.”

Talks look to be breaking down between Juventus and Angel Di Maria despite there previously being optimism from both sides in April. He’s no longer sure of staying at Juventus next season; it’s now getting complicated. Di Maria would be available as free agent; there’s no agreement with Juve as of now. Saudi clubs have approached Di Maria, but his priority remains European football as he looks for a new club and a new start as things break down with Juve.

Leeds United

“I’m always confident”, says Andrea Radrizzani to Sky Italy after meeting in Genova in order to buy Sampdoria. The Leeds United owner is part of a bid to buy and save the Italian club in difficult financial situation.

Liverpool

Jurgen Klopp confirms Arthur Melo exit: “I would like to wish the best to Arthur as his loan period comes to an end — his professionalism and ability were clear to all who worked with him”.

Arthur will also leave parent club Juventus this summer — he will be available on the market.

Jorg Schmadtke will be in England in the next days in order to sign the contract as new Liverpool director, as expected. The former Wolfsburg director will work with Jurgen Klopp on strategy and signings — the manager will remain crucial figure to make decisions.

Liverpool have joined the list of clubs tracking Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi this summer (Daily Mail)

Manchester City

Manchester City are closing in on new long term deal for Rico Lewis — agreement set to be completed. Talks had already been advanced for months and now it’s about final details. Pep Guardiola is a big fan of Rico and his potential. He’s staying at City.

Manchester City are not in the race for Alexis Mac Allister at this stage. No talks or concrete contacts, despite what you may have read elsewhere. Liverpool are close to a full agreement on personal terms with the player, it’s 90% done, they’re waiting on final details. There’s fixed amount/clause into his Brighton contract.

Manchester United

Kim Min-jae’s release clause is only active in July, it’s a bit less than €50m. Napoli will try to offer him a new deal, but there is no agreement yet. Manchester United really like the player, but they have not triggered the clause yet because it’s not currently active. They’re talking on the player’s side for now, and they’re the favourites.

Manchester United and PSG are said to be in concrete talks over a transfer deal for Neymar (L’Equipe)

Napoli

The idea is for Luciano Spalletti to leave Napoli at the end of the season, it is concrete. This is why Napoli are already speaking to other managers. Spalletti is probably leaving because there are differences in ideas over the project.

Kim Min-jae’s release clause is only active in July, it’s a bit less than €50m. Napoli will try to offer him a new deal, but there is no agreement yet. Manchester United really like the player, but they have not triggered the clause yet because it’s not currently active. They’re talking on the player’s side for now, and they’re the favourites.

Newcastle United

Newcastle United have qualified for the Champions League after last night’s 0-0 draw at home to Leicester City. It’s the first time they’ve qualified for Europe’s top club competition since 2002/03, when the legendary Alan Shearer was captain.

Real Madrid

Vinicius Junior has no intention to leave Real Madrid. Real Madrid have no intention to let Vini leave. A new deal until June 2027 has been signed since last year and set to be officially unveiled very soon. No other way: Real and Vini will continue together, fighting racism together.

Sassuolo

Sassuolo CEO Giovanni Carnevali: “I can reveal that the best opportunity for Davide Frattesi is now coming from a Premier League club. I suggest Davide to learn English as soon as possible.”

Tottenham

Negotiations between Julian Nagelsmann and Tottenham have NOT resumed, at this stage. No changes: he’d only consider the job with supportive sporting director.

Feyenoord manager Arne Slot is a concrete option discussed internally; while Luis Enrique, Amorim and Postecoglou remain on Daniel Levy’s list.

Slot will have direct conversations with Feyenoord this week. Sources close to other managers now feel that Slot is the favourite for the new Tottenham manager.

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Exclusive: Fabrizio Romano’s Daily Briefing – Ronaldo not causing trouble at Man Utd, details of Chelsea clause, and more https://www.caughtoffside.com/2022/10/09/transfer-news-ronaldo-haaland-abraham-bissouma-and-more/ Sun, 09 Oct 2022 12:14:37 +0000 https://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=1506931 Hello and welcome to my Daily Briefing – read on for the latest on Cristiano Ronaldo, Erling Haaland, Tammy Abraham, and more! Arsenal Are Arsenal really in the running to sign this 15-year-old wonderkid? Click here to find out. Atletico Madrid All documents ready for Barcelona and Atletico Madrid to complete and announce the permanent […]

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Hello and welcome to my Daily Briefing – read on for the latest on Cristiano Ronaldo, Erling Haaland, Tammy Abraham, and more!

Arsenal

Are Arsenal really in the running to sign this 15-year-old wonderkid? Click here to find out.

Atletico Madrid

All documents ready for Barcelona and Atletico Madrid to complete and announce the permanent signing of Antoine Griezmann. The final fee is €20m plus total €4m add-ons package – now just matter of time for the official statement, as the deal is finally in place.

Barcelona

Ferran Jutgla is performing superbly with Club Brugge since Barcelona sold him for €5m plus sell-on clause in the summer. Xavi says: “I’m very happy for Ferran… and we don’t rule out anything Jutgla-related in the future. Here, it’d have been difficult with Lewandowski ahead of him.”

What does the future hold for Sergino Dest as Barcelona eye Diogo Dalot from Manchester United?

Chelsea

Christopher Vivell is set to be appointed as the new Chelsea technical director after positive talks. The Blues are still working on finding a sporting director as well, with an appointment not currently looking imminent.

Graham Potter on Thiago Silva: “I’ve really enjoyed working with Thiago, he’s a character – fantastic experience behind him but has a humility to just so the job and that’s nice to see.”

Tammy Abraham on Chelsea’s buy-back clause: “I’m happy with Roma and I’m focused on my job here. The team is good. The manager is good. The city, the fans, I’m happy. Only God knows the future.”

EXCLUSIVE – click here to find out more about Abraham’s future and Chelsea’s plans up front.

Everton

Everton have the option to sign Conor Coady permanently in June. Frank Lampard on triggering the clause: “It’s maybe not a question for now as it’s a long season. I don’t think it’s time. Conor knows how I feel about him and how the club feels about him.”

Leeds

Could Leeds be lining up a smart signing from Rangers? Click here to find out.

Liverpool

What next for Liverpool’s transfer plans in midfield after Arthur Melo’s injury?

Jurgen Klopp protecting Darwin Nunez again: “I really like his movements, they are really good and natural. That’s something we didn’t have in that way before. That’s what I like Darwin and that’s why I’m sure everything will be fine.”

Manchester City

Pep Guardiola on Romeo Lavia: “Romeo started amazingly at Southampton, then he’s had an injury… he left City as we got a good offer for him and his development, but we have an option in the future”.

What’s the truth about Erling Haaland’s salary at Manchester City? Click here for my exclusive understanding of his deal with the club.

Erling Haaland celebrates a goal

Pep Guardiola: “Thank you so much that Haaland chose Man City! All of the questions about Erling… but the guys at Man City accept it perfectly. De Bruyne’s an exceptional person, he’s happy to have Erling and it goes for all the players.”

Manchester United

There’s been speculation about Cristiano Ronaldo being unhappy with Erik ten Hag – click here for my EXCLUSIVE insight.

What’s the latest with Diogo Dalot’s contract and interest from Barcelona?

Newcastle United

So many players were linked with Newcastle last year after their new owners came in, but what a statement signing Bruno Guimaraes has ended up being in. One for the present and the future, he joined for €42m plus add-ons – it looks like great business. Many other clubs were also interested but he chose Newcastle.

Rangers

Could Rangers lose this big talent to the Premier League as four/five clubs show an interest? Click here to find out.

Real Madrid

Carlo Ancelotti on Toni Kroos: “Toni Kroos’ renewal? It depends on him. If he decides to stay, we will all be happy.”

Sassuolo

Many clubs are monitoring Davide Frattesi as he’s now one of the most talented midfielders in Serie A.

He revealed yesterday: “My dream was to join AS Roma in the summer, it was close but then deal collapsed – I’ll do my best to join a top club in the future.”

Tottenham

Destiny Udogie on Tottenham move in 2023: “I’ve not spoken to Antonio Conte yet, I’m not worried: Premier League is amazing and I speak fluent English. I want to improve my skills here in Serie A with Udinese and then it will be time for Spurs.”

Why hasn’t Yves Bissouma broken into the Tottenham team yet? Click here to find out more.

Could Antonio Conte be about to sign a new contract with Spurs? Click here for the full story.

West Ham

Armando Broja scored his first senior goal for Chelsea yesterday – West Ham were the closest to signing him in the summer, but had a £30m bid turned down for the young striker.

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Manchester United send scouts to watch 23-year-old linked with Spurs in the summer https://www.caughtoffside.com/2022/10/09/manchester-united-transfer-news-davide-frattesi-eyed/ Sun, 09 Oct 2022 08:05:03 +0000 https://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=1506881 Manchester United have been linked with a move for the Italian international midfielder Davide Frattesi. As per Gazzetta dello Sport, the Red Devils sent scouts to watch the player in action last Sunday and it will be interesting to see if they decide to follow up on their interest with a concrete offer in the […]

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Manchester United have been linked with a move for the Italian international midfielder Davide Frattesi.

As per Gazzetta dello Sport, the Red Devils sent scouts to watch the player in action last Sunday and it will be interesting to see if they decide to follow up on their interest with a concrete offer in the coming months.

The 23-year-old has made a name for himself in the Italian league with Sassuolo and he has forced his way into Roberto Mancini’s national team plans as well.

Frattesi is highly rated in the Italian league and he has a big future ahead of himself. It is no surprise that the top Premier League clubs are keeping tabs on his situation.

Apparently, Tottenham Hotspur were keen on signing the player during the summer transfer window, and one imagines they could have done well to develop this talented young Italian player under Antonio Conte, though in the end the north London side brought in Yves Bissouma in midfield.

Manchester United could certainly use another quality defensive midfielder and Frattesi would be an excellent long-term acquisition for them.

Davide Frattesi in action for Italy Under-21s

Although the Red Devils signed Casemiro from Real Madrid at the start of the season, they are missing a quality alternative to the Brazilian. The defensive midfield role is a specialist one and Erik ten Hag could certainly use more options at his disposal.

Furthermore, Frattesi is more than just a defensive midfielder. He has a knack for chipping in with goals as well. The young midfielder has scored three goals in nine league appearances for Sassuolo this season.

Apart from his defensive qualities, he can act as a box-to-box midfielder as well. The Italian could be the ideal partner for someone like Casemiro in theory.

The midfielder is reportedly valued at €35 million and a club with Manchester United’s resources should be able to afford that.

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