Napoli boss Mazzarri happy to count on Pandev after losing Lavezzi | Serie A News | Tribal Football

Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri feels Goran Pandev will offset the loss of Ezequiel Lavezzi.Lavezzi was sold to PSG last week.

Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri feels Goran Pandev will offset the loss of Ezequiel Lavezzi.

Lavezzi was sold to PSG last week.

Mazzarri said: “Lavezzi was an important player in my three years here. He has grown a lot and was sold for a substantial figure, he is a champion now set in stone.

“Last year we were very good as a group and Goran Pandev returned to a level we had not seen him at for a few seasons, when he had been under par.

“Now he has undisputed quality and I have a lot of expectations for this year for him as part of an attach with Cavani and Hamsik, who can give optimum guarantees.

“I expect a great deal from Pandev this year, he must reach his best and maintain it all year.”

Former Catania striker Maxi Lopez delighted with Sampdoria move | Transfers | Tribal Football

Former Catania striker Maxi Lopez has completed his switch to Sampdoria.

Former Catania striker Maxi Lopez has completed his switch to Sampdoria.

Sealing a move to Samp on an initial 12-month loan at a cost of €2.5m, with an option for the Blucerchiati to make that permanent with a further €6m, Lopez is delighted to have had his wish come true.

“The sensation is good. I’m happy to arrive at a major club that has big ambitions,” stated the striker on Samptv.

“I am very happy to take these first steps in this big city. When you are wanted so much a club like Sampdoria from a prestigious town like this, then it is difficult to turn them down.

“They have shown me that they wanted me and this was important for me.

“Their project is serious, there are grounds here to do well. I am confident.”

AC Milan signing Acerbi happy to take Nesta number | Serie A News | Tribal Football

AC Milan signing Francesco Acerbi has taken Alessandro Nesta’s No13 shirt.

AC Milan signing Francesco Acerbi has taken Alessandro Nesta’s No13 shirt.

In attempting to take the veteran’s place in the team, Acerbi has begun by taking his number, but with respect for what it represents.

“I chose No 13 because, for me, Sandro is the number one,” the 23-year-old told reporters at Milanello.

“Nesta is my idol as a defender, even if before him it was George Weah, because I started my career as a striker.

“I want to win, my teammates are great professionals – I can only learn from them. I hope to stay here for a long time, not just one year.

“The environment here doesn’t scare me. I have much to learn and improve, I will try to work hard every day.”

Vucinic would welcome Fiorentina's Jovetic to Juventus | Transfers | Tribal Football

Mirko Vucinic would welcome Fiorentina attacker Stevan Jovetic to Juventus.The pair are close thanks to their together with the Montenegro national team.

Mirko Vucinic would welcome Fiorentina attacker Stevan Jovetic to Juventus.

The pair are close thanks to their together with the Montenegro national team.

“Jovetic is like my little brother,” the former Roma player told Sky Sport Italia. “He’s certainly a great player, but I haven’t spoken to him.”

Barcelona striker Krkic happy to stay with Roma | Serie A News | Tribal Football

Barcelona striker Bojan Krkic is happy at AS Roma.The young Spaniard joined the capital club from Barcelona last summer, but he did have his difficulties at the Stadio Olimpico.

Barcelona striker Bojan Krkic is happy at AS Roma.

The young Spaniard joined the capital club from Barcelona last summer, but he did have his difficulties at the Stadio Olimpico.

“I thought I would play more than I did,” he admitted. “But I did end the campaign well. I’ve opted to stay and now I want a positive year.

“I am still just 21 and I still need to grow.

“I don’t know what Zeman wants from me yet. I like to play as a centre-forward, but if he wants to use me in a wider role then I will be at his disposal.

“I want to score 20 goals this season, but the team comes first…”

Fiorentina sign Ajax striker Mounir El Hamdaoui | Transfers | Tribal Football

Ajax striker Mounir El Hamdaoui has completed his move to Fiorentina.

Ajax striker Mounir El Hamdaoui has completed his move to Fiorentina.

He was set to join the Viola in January, but the deal collapsed because all the paperwork wasn’t completed before the transfer deadline.

The Viola have today announced that they have netted the Moroccan international, who was born in Rotterdam, outright.

Allegri believes AC Milan summer market not over | Serie A News | Tribal Football

AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri doesn’t believe their summer market is over.

AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri doesn’t believe their summer market is over.

Juventus pipped the Diavolo to the title last season, but Allegri is convinced that his team will be able to challenge again.

“My Milan is strong and competitive,” he said. “I have no doubts about that. I’m happy with the squad as it is now.

“Are we missing something? Anything can happen between now and August 31 on the market. If we could get someone then I’d like a playmaker in front of the defence.”

Juventus signing Pogba: Man Utd made me better player | Transfers | Tribal Football

Juventus signing Paul Pogba has acknowledged the benefits of playing at Manchester United.United manager Sir Alex Ferguson remains furious over Pogba’s defection to Juve.

Juventus signing Paul Pogba has acknowledged the benefits of playing at Manchester United.

United manager Sir Alex Ferguson remains furious over Pogba’s defection to Juve.

The Frenchman says he benefited from his original move to the English giants: “When you want to be the best and train with the best you progress a lot.

“I would say that I’m more mature because I’ve been playing with the best,” he added. “I’ve learnt a lot.”

Agent pushing AC Milan's Ibrahimovic to accept PSG move | Transfers | Tribal Football

Mino Raiola is attempting to convince AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic about moving to PSG.

Mino Raiola is attempting to convince AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic about moving to PSG.

PSG have tabled a massive €65 million offer for Ibra and Thiago Silva, with Milan chiefs now ready to accept.

The stumbling block, however, could be Ibra, who is reluctant to move to a second tier competition.

Super agent Raiola was last night on the phone to his client urging him to accept terms. Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani is willing to sell, but won’t push anything until he knows both players want to see the deal happen.

Birmingham sign ex-Rochdale keeper Lucas | Transfers | Tribal Football

Championship Birmingham have completed the signing of former Rochdale stopper David Lucas.

Championship Birmingham have completed the signing of former Rochdale stopper David Lucas.

The 34-year-old will challenge Jack Butland and Colin Doyle for a starting spot at St Andrew’s.

“I’m delighted to welcome David to the club and he will now compete with Jack and Colin for the number one spot,” boss Lee Clark told the club’s official website.

“It’s very important for us to always have three senior goalkeepers to call upon because, for example, we could find ourselves without Jack Butland for the Capital One Cup tie against Barnet due to international duty.”

 
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