Davide Frattesi has long wanted to play for Juventus, and the midfielder was keen to join the Bianconeri during the last transfer window. He was reportedly willing to wait for the club to make a formal approach, hoping the move to the Allianz Stadium would eventually materialise.
Frattesi had previously rejected Juventus when he was playing for Sassuolo, but he was ready to make amends and believed the opportunity to join the Turin giants was one worth pursuing. Luciano Spalletti had also become one of the best managers he had worked with, adding another important factor to the situation.
Juventus had made enquiries about Frattesi and appeared interested in bringing him to the club. The midfielder was prepared to wait for them to make their move, while Inter Milan were also open to allowing him to leave during that transfer window.
However, the Bianconeri ultimately failed to follow up on their initial interest with a formal attempt to complete the transfer. Despite Frattesi's willingness to wait for Juventus, the club did not push the situation forward, and the opportunity eventually disappeared.
Instead, Frattesi moved to Lazio, where he has enjoyed an impressive start to the season. The midfielder has quickly established himself as an important player for the Eagles and has been in outstanding scoring form.

#midfielder #transfer #make #bianconeri

Lazio head coach Gennaro Gattuso will reportedly make a trio of changes to his starting lineup when they host Genoa on Sunday, including two compulsory ones.
The Biancocelesti began their Serie A campaign with an away victory in Bologna thanks to Davide Frattesi's solitary strike. The Italian midfielder came off the bench to replace the injured Fisayo Dele-Bashiru. The manager also had to make another compulsory change during the match, bring in Romano Floriani Mussolini for Adam Marusic.
With both players expected to remain on the sidelines for at least 20 days, Frattesi and Floriani Mussolini will be making their first starts of the season. The Inter Milan loanee will join Kenneth Taylor and Nicolo in the midfield trio, while Floriani Mussolini will slot in at right-back, with the rest of the defence remaining intact with Danilo Doekhi, Oliver Provstgaard, and Alfonso Pedraza.
In attack, Sky Sport Italia and La Lazio Siamo Noi expect a third change to take place, with Gustav Isaksen dropping Matteo Cancellieri to the bench. The Dane missed the entire pre-season while recovering from groin surgery, but made his return in the second half at the Renato Dall'Ara and was considered an upgrade on his Italian teammate.
Gustav Isaksen (Photo by Marco Rosi – SS Lazio/Getty Images)

#floriani #italian #gustav

Lazio are facing an uphill challenge in their quest to sign Juventus winger Edon Zhegrova, as Matteo Cancellieri has reportedly rejected his most keen admirers.
Earlier this week, the Kosovar international emerged as a target for the Biancocelesti, who would like to bolster their flanks after sorting out other departments by signing Alfonso Pedraza, Danilho Doekhi, Davide Frattesi, Josip Sutalo, and most recently Andrea Pinamonti.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport (via La Lazio Siamo Noi), Lazio are hoping to acquire Zhegrova on loan with an option to buy from Juventus. The 27-year-old's current net salary is €2.5 million per year, so the Biancocelesti should be able to cover it. However, the pink newspaper insists that the arrival of the former LOSC Lille player would only be plausible if Cancellieri were to leave.
Over the past few days, the Roman winger has been linked with several Serie A clubs, with Genoa making the most concrete offer. But according to Italian journalist Damiano Er Faina, Cancellieri is refusing to join Daniele De Rossi's team.
The 24-year-old might be holding out for a more prestigious destination, like Fiorentina or Bologna, who have more ambitious projects and are aiming to fight for European slots. Perhaps he would end up reconsidering his decision if no other offers arrive, as he risks spending his campaign on the bench, since Gustav Isaksen is reportedly ahead of him in Gennaro Gattuso's pecking order.

#lazio #year #zhegrova #biancocelesti

Roma stars Donyell Malen and Paulo Dybala were the standout performers in Serie A round 1, but Italian players left their mark as well, especially Pio Esposito, Antonio Vergara and Davide Frattesi.
The opening round of the 2026-27 Serie A campaign is in the history books, with all the top clubs in Italy's top flight securing victories.
ROME, ITALY – AUGUST 24: Donyell Malen of AS Roma celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Serie A match between AS Roma and ACF Fiorentina at Stadio Olimpico on August 24, 2026 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)
DORTMUND, GERMANY – AUGUST 15: Paulo Dybala of AS Roma runs with the ball during the pre-season friendly match between Borussia Dortmund and AS Roma at Signal Iduna Park on August 15, 2026 in Dortmund, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images)
Roma's 4-0 win over Fiorentina on Monday was the last game of Week 1 and featured the weekend's absolute best players: Dybala and Malen. The latter scored a hat-trick, inspired by three ****** ists from La Joya.

#donyell #paulo

Gennaro Gattuso was grateful to his Lazio players for their solid performance in Bologna, reserving special praise for new signing, Davide Frattesi.
The Biancocelesti began their Serie A campaign on a positive note, beating their Emilian hosts at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara thanks to Frattesi's solitary strike. This victory came just eight days after the shocking Coppa Italia elimination at the hands of Mantova.
In his post-match press conference (via Il Messaggero), Gattuso explained that the team showed more determination off the ball, especially Boulaye Dia and Kenneth Taylor, who pressed high.
Nothing has changed in a week. We simply have to believe in what we are doing, without staying halfway. If you press the ball carrier half-heartedly, you leave yourself exposed to counter-attacks in open **** e.We worked well with Taylor and Dia in the first press, then we often risked one-on-ones and the centre-backs did well. I'm happy with the group I'm coaching.
The Calabrian manager also applauded Christos Mandas for his formidable display between the sticks, while urging his players to improve in the final third.

#press #taylor #ball #lazio

After earning a cameo in the Coppa Italia defeat to Mantova, Davide Frattesi is expected to make his full Lazio debut against Bologna.
The Biancocelesti travelled to Emilia-Romagna for their first match of the Serie A campaign. The contest will take place on Monday, 18:30 local time. Gennaro Gattuso's squad has been boosted by the returns of Alessio Romagnoli, Gustav Isaksen, and Nuno Tavares, while Danilo Cataldi, Samuel Gigot, Patric, and new signing Josip Sutalo are unavailable.
According to the most reliable sources in the Italian media, Frattesi will earn his first start, dropping Fisayo Dele-Bashiru to the bench. The Nigerian was arguably the best of a poor bunch against Mantova, but he will be the one to make way, as Gattuso is unlikely to chop Kenneth Taylor at this early stage of the season, despite his unconvincing summer displays.
Nicolo Rovella is the only natural option for the Regista role, while the backline should remain intact, with Adam Marusic, Danilho Doekhi, Oliver Provstgaard, and Alfonso Pedraza starting in front of Christos Mandas.
According to La Lazio Siamo Noi, Matteo Cancellieri will keep his place in the attacking trident alongside Boulaye Dia and Mattia Zaccagni. On the other hand, Sky Sport Italia believes Tijjani Noslin will replace the Italian winger on the right flank.

#mantova #according #italian

Inter will welcome their only target for the midfield before the opener, as they have reached an agreement with Liverpool to acquire Curtis Jones. They have been courting him since the beginning of the summer. While he was immediately keen on joining, concocting the deal took some work, La Gazzetta dello Sport relays.
In the end, the Reds lowered their demands a little. The Englishman is transferring for €30M, plus €5M add-ons and a 10 percent sell-on clause. He'll sign a five-year contract and make about €4M annually.
Jones is the third player signed by Inter coming from the Premier League this summer after John Stones and Djed Spence. Liverpool ultimately granted a small discount to avoid a Bosman departure in a year. The midfielder seemingly only wanted to head to San Siro.
Christian Chivu was one of the main proponents of the deal. He believes the newcomer will be able to play in multiple positions and bring something different to the table. The Nerazzurri also had to move Davide Frattesi to make room.
They might have some sort of cap when it comes to fees and total packages. It's basically the same operation they devised for Spence. They waited patiently for the sellers to get to their numbers, and not the other way around, after convincing the players, which is a testament to their appeal. They'll be a little overcrowded for a season. However, after all, Hakan Calhanoglu, Piotr Zielinski, and Henrikh Mkhitaryan aren't getting any younger. They were almost irrationally fixated on him, considering his role and what he showed in recent years, so they must have a pretty good plan to make him thrive.

#deal

Davide Frattesi has written an unusual farewell note to Inter fans after his transfer to Lazio. 'Perhaps we weren't compatible, we had ups and downs, but in those moments broke the sky in two.'
The midfielder has completed his move to Lazio, on loan for €5m with option to buy for a further €10m plus 50 per cent of the profit from a future sale.
MUNICH, GERMANY – APRIL 08: Davide Frattesi of FC Internazionale celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Quarter Final First Leg match between FC Bayern München and FC Internazionale Milano at Fussball Arena Muenchen on April 08, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)
He had been with the Nerazzurri since leaving Sassuolo in 2023, but despite some epic moments including decisive Champions League goals against Bayern Munich and Barcelona, the Italian never became a regular.
There were ultimately 122 competitive appearances, with 15 goals and 12 ******* ists, but only 36 of those were in the starting XI over three years.

#frattesi

Inter outcast Davide Frattesi is reportedly on the verge of joining Lazio on a season-long loan. According to Calciomercato, the Italian midfielder is set to sign for the Biancocelesti after the Lega Serie A unblocked his move to the Stadio Olimpico.
Frattesi has been on the fringes at the Giuseppe Meazza over the last two years. However, Inter refused to let him join Atletico Madrid last summer as Cristian Chivu vowed to help the former Sassuolo man reignite his career in Lombardy.
Chivu failed to live up to his pre-season promise, handing the 26-year-old just three Serie A starts in 2025/26. Tired of playing second fiddle to Nicolo Barella, Frattesi requested the transfer at the end of last season, and Inter are about to grant his wish.
Roma and Juventus had been keen on Frattesi, but the player is now one step away from joining Lazio.
Frattesi's contract at Meazza runs out next summer. Therefore, time is not on Inter's side, as they must find a way to cash in on their unsettled star quickly. Allowing him to move to Lazio on loan will reportedly pour around €5 million into the club's coffers.

#frattesi #meazza

Newcastle United's search for midfield help remains one of the club's biggest priorities with the Premier League season approaching, particularly after Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg turned down a move to St. James' Park following advanced talks.
According to TEAMtalk's Graeme Bailey, Newcastle is now involved in situations concerning two Inter Milan midfielders. The Magpies have been offered the chance to sign Davide Frattesi and have also inquired about highly rated 21-year-old Aleksandar Stankovic, though landing the latter looks like a very long shot.
"We can now reveal that intermediaries working on Frattesi's situation have made Newcastle aware of his potential availability," Bailey reported.
Frattesi, 26, has been told he can leave Inter this summer as the Italian club attempts to create room in its squad for Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones, whom Bailey says Inter remains determined to sign.
TEAMtalk reports that Inter values Frattesi at approximately €30 million (£26 million), with Juventus also showing interest. The Italy international is believed to be willing to move to the Premier League after previously attracting interest from Nottingham Forest in January.

#bailey #million

Inter are reportedly retaining a 50 per cent cut of Davide Frattesi's future sale fee from Lazio, explaining why he is sold for €15m and not the €30m asking price.
There had been some very raised eyebrows when the figures emerged of an agreement between the two clubs today.
MUNICH, GERMANY – APRIL 08: Davide Frattesi of FC Internazionale celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Quarter Final First Leg match between FC Bayern München and FC Internazionale Milano at Fussball Arena Muenchen on April 08, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)
All summer long, Inter have set the €30m minimum price tag on the midfielder, already a drop from the €40m they had been demanding last season.
VERONA, ITALY – NOVEMBER 02: Davide Frattesi of FC Internazionale during the Serie A match between ******* as Verona FC and FC Internazionale at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on November 02, 2025 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

#davide #Inter #april #images

Napoli outcast Lorenzo Lucca remains a target for Lazio, who are still keen to sign a centre-forward before the end of the summer.
In recent hours, several reliable sources in Italy confirmed the Biancocelesti's renewed interest in Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi. Claudio Lotito and co. are seemingly negotiating with the Nerazzurri, as well as the player's representative, Giuseppe Riso, whose stable could offer Lazio a solution for their attacking conundrum.
As Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla points out, Riso is also the agent of Andrea Pinamonti and Lorenzo Lucca, two strikers who are on Lazio's shortlist.
After missing out on Franjo Ivanovic (who preferred to join RC Lens), several sources identified Sassuolo's Pinamonti as the Aquile's new primary target. However, Pedulla insists that Lucca remains a viable option, one that the club could revisit in the coming days.
Lucca is a well-travelled Italian striker who stands at an impressive 201 cm. The Moncalieri native enjoyed a positive spell at Udinese between 2023 and 2025, scoring 23 goals in 75 appearances before earning a €30 million move to Napoli last summer.

#lazio #pinamonti

Lazio have reportedly asked for Davide Frattesi on loan, but Inter still hope Nottingham Forest will buy the midfielder outright, so they can reinvest in Liverpool's Curtis Jones.
The Nerazzurri risk losing out on so many transfer targets this summer because they must sell before they can bring in any new players, and that is proving to be extremely difficult.
PERTH, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 05: Davide Frattesi of FC Internazionale in action during the pre-season match between AC Milan and FC Internazionale at Optus Stadium on August 05, 2026 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Janelle St Pierre/Getty Images)
Frattesi was the most likely to take the exit after struggling for regular playing time under both Simone Inzaghi and then Cristian Chivu.
However, ***** ody seems prepared to pay the €30m asking price for the Italy international.

#internazionale

JUVENTUS (4-3-3): 16 Di Gregorio; 15 Kalulu, 3 Bremer, 6 Kelly, 27 Cambiaso; 12 Douglas Luiz, 5 Locatelli, 22 McKennie; 11 Zhegrova, 30 David, 10 Yildiz.Subs.: 1 Perin, 23 Pinsoglio, 42 Nava, 2 Celik, 7 Conceicao, 8 Koopmeiners, 9 Kolo Muani, 13 Boga, 14 Milik, 17 Alajbegovic, 21 Miretti, 24 Rugani, 29 Arthur, 32 Cabal, 41 Owusu, 43 Puche, 45 Oboavwoduo, 46 Licina, 47 Durmisi.Coach: Luciano Spalletti.
INTER (3-5-2): 49 Provedel; 28 Pavard, 46 Bovio, 95 Bastoni; 11 Luis Henrique, 23 Barella, 20 Calhanoglu, 22 Mkhitaryan, 32 Dimarco; 94 Esposito, 14 Bonny.Subs.: 1 Martinez, 12 Di Gennaro, 5 Stankovic, 7 Zielinski, 16 Frattesi, 17 Diouf, 30 Carlos Augusto, 31 Bisseck, 48 Mosconi, 52 Iddrissou, 53 Lavelli, 54 Marello, 56 Maye, 58 Topalovic, 60 Farronato.Coach: Cristian Chivu.
Referee: Tim Danaskos.Linesmen: Brad Wright - Andrew Meimarakis.Fourth official: Liam Barclay.
The Derby d'Italia will bring the Internazionale Summer Tour to a close, with Inter taking on Juventus in the second friendly scheduled in Perth and the final match of the Italian champions' Asian tour before returning to Milano.
Chivu's side will face the Bianconeri at Optus Stadium in Perth on Saturday 8 August at 19:00 local time (13:00 CEST).

#subs #Perth #gregorio

Juventus and Inter Milan could complete a swap deal as both clubs continue to explore ways of strengthening their squads. With each side interested in a player from the other team, an exchange could prove to be a practical solution that benefits everyone involved.
The Bianconeri have been interested in signing Davide Frattesi for some time, with Luciano Spalletti keen on a reunion. Juventus believe the midfielder could add quality to their squad and remain attentive to any opportunity that could make a deal possible.
Inter Milan have now turned their attention to Nicolas Gonzalez as they look to add another winger to their squad. The Argentinian has established himself as a quality player over the last few seasons and is viewed as someone capable of strengthening their attacking options.
According to Calciomercato, both clubs have started talks involving Frattesi and Gonzalez as Juventus look to give Spalletti one of the players he believes he can get the best from. The report adds that Inter are equally interested in Gonzalez because of their need for a new winger.
The report also states that Gonzalez performed well during his loan spell at Atletico Madrid last season. It further claims that he has insisted he does not want to play for Juventus again, making a permanent departure, including as part of a swap arrangement, a sensible outcome for all parties if an agreement can be reached.

#juventus #Inter #spalletti #deal

The second attempt by Inter to onboard Moussa Diaby in the span of a few months might be short-lived too, and they inquired about Nicolas Gonzalez, who's technically at Juventus but in limbo after Atletico Madrid didn't pick up their option to buy, Gianluca Di Marzio reports.
The Frenchman was a complex target to begin with because of his lofty wages. The Nerazzurri need help from Al-Ittihad and would prefer to include Kristjan Asllani to limit the disbursement. The deal doesn't have a lot of momentum. Furthermore, Bayer Leverkusen have joined the race and are pushing.
Inter expressed interest in Diaby but didn't initiate a real negotiation, while intermediaries suggested tracking Gonzalez. They are mulling over whether to proceed or not. He did okay in Spain, scoring 5 goals in 24 appearances and handling multiple roles amid a few small muscular injuries.
According to Fabrizio Romano (via Goal), Juventus will only let him go permanently this time around. Atletico Madrid passed on a €30M clause, believing they could get better terms afterward. Per La Gazzetta dello Sport, he doesn't want to stay in Turin. A swap deal with Davide Frattesi, who's also on his way out, could be a tangible possibility. They have comparable wages and valuations.
They have suddenly started focusing on very offensive-minded options, perhaps signaling that they might not stop at one acquisition to balance things out. Their Argentinian connection is well-known. A straight-up trade with Juventus could be beneficial for both and could have legs if the two sides acted reasonably, but Frattesi wouldn't find himself in a much better situation competition-wise.

#gonzalez #atletico #didn 't

Manchester City continue their pre-season duties as they face a combined team of K-League's best players at the Seoul World Cup Stadium in South Korea on Wednesday.
The Enzo Maresca era started in Hong Kong with a 1-1 draw against Inter Milan. Divin Mubama opened the scoreline with the easiest of tap-ins after a wonderful Antoine ***** yo solo run on the 14 minute mark. Inter, however, took only six spins on the clock to equalise, as Benjamin Pavard scored after a mess in City's defence.
The Italian side went on to win the Asahi Super Dry Trophy on penalties. Despite Gianluigi Donnarumma's incredible save to deny Davide Frattesi; Rayan Ait Nouri, Abdukodir Khusanov and Nico González all missed from the spot. Claudio Echeverri, with a cheeky panenka, scored the Blues' only goal in the shootout, as Inter claimed a 1-3 win on penalties.
Match Report & Player Ratings: Manchester City 1-1 (1-3 Penalties) Inter (Pre-Season Friendly)
Now in South Korea, Manchester City are K-League All Stars next opponents. The exhibition match gathers a side composed of the best players from the national league, hosting a standout team from abroad. In 2025, they beat Newcastle United 1-0.

#match

Inter Milan are doing what smart clubs do. They have identified a player with quality, versatility and resale value, then moved when the contract situation gives them leverage. According to Caught Offside, the Italian champions are stepping up their pursuit of Curtis Jones and believe they can land him for less than Liverpool want.
This is where the numbers matter. Inter are reportedly ready to go to around €35 million, while Liverpool want closer to €40 million. That is not some dramatic gulf. In modern transfer terms, it is a small gap and usually the sort that gets closed by add-ons, structure, or a future sell-on clause.
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The logic is obvious. Jones gives Inter energy, press resistance and the ability to play in multiple midfield roles. If Davide Frattesi leaves, they need someone who can carry the ball and cope with the demands of a top side. Jones fits that profile. He also brings Premier League experience, which carries weight when clubs ****** s whether a player can handle pressure.
Liverpool, for their part, are reluctant to lose an academy graduate, particularly one appreciated by Andoni Iraola. That makes sense too. Homegrown players matter, and Jones has qualities that managers trust. Still, if a player is entering the final year of his deal, sentiment only goes so far. Clubs either renew, sell, or accept diminished control.

#player #want

Kessié is back in fashion. Not like Frattesi, but almost.
The Ivorian midfielder was one of the stars of the World Cup with his national team: one goal and several convincing performances.
That was enough to once again attract the attention of his beloved "old" Serie A. The former AC Milan player recently released his contract and now represents a great opportunity for several teams.
Kessié still has a lot to offer. And during the World Cup, he even expressed his desire to return to Italy.
Juventus, as reported by La Stampa, appears to be one of the most likely destinations for the Ivorian.

Inter are also looking at strengthening their midfield, and among the players linked to the Nerazzurri is Niccolò Pisilli.
The 2004-born Roma midfielder is considered one of the most interesting young players in Italy, and given his characteristics, he could provide continuity should Davide Frattesi leave. However, the path seems far from straightforward.
According to Il Corriere dello Sport, Inter are also considering Pisilli’s name after failing to close a deal for Liverpool’s Jones.
The Giallorossi midfielder is reportedly valued by the Nerazzurri management, and his value is said to be around €25 million. Roma, however, doesn’t appear to be willing to part with him.
Pisilli has repeatedly reiterated his desire to remain in the capital, and the Giallorossi also consider him an important ***** et for the present and the future.

Inter will need to improve their offer for Curtis Jones and, according to Gazzetta, Nottingham Forest’s incoming proposal for Davide Frattesi would ideally help the Nerazzurri raise funds for the Liverpool midfielder.
Inter have made Liverpool midfielder Jones their top transfer target in central midfield, but according to recent reports from the UK, the Reds have set a € 40m price tag on the 25-year-old, who has just entered the final year of his contract at Anfield.
Italian media had previously reported a different transfer fee, suggesting that the Reds would sell Jones for €30m.
Inter are set to sign Marco Palestra from Atalanta in a deal worth over €50m, so they’ll need to rack up the budget for Jones by selling some players.
Among them is Italy international Frattesi, who has attracted interest from Premier League side Nottingham Forest.

Manchester City are close to completing a big-money signing of Nottingham Forest star Elliot Anderson, a deal that could have significant implications for Inter. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the England international’s move to the Etihad Stadium could help the Nerazzurri kill two birds with one stone.
Valued at around £150 million, Andreson has emerged as one of the most sought-after midfielders in the Premier League. Despite Manchester United’s long-standing interest, the 23-year-old is on the verge of joining their city rivals, with medicals expected to take place in the United States.
Anderson’s transfer to Man City would force Forest back into the market, and Inter outcast Davide Frattesi could come to fill the void. Indeed, the Italian star remains one of the Tricky Trees’ top targets. However, they have to sell Anderson before making any move for the former Sassuolo man.
Such a significant cash influx would hand Forest a major financial boost and immediately put them ahead of Napoli and Juventus in the race for Frattesi’s signature. Meanwhile, Inter have finally put their out-of-favor midfielder up for sale after yet another disappointing season.
Frattesi’s transfer to the City Ground would pour around €25 million into Inter’s coffers. Furthermore, it would open **** e for another midfielder amid the club’s pursuit of Liverpool star Curtis Jones, who was close to joining the Nerazzurri in the January transfer window.