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Antonio Conte nears Italy head coach role as Napoli’s De Laurentiis reportedly considers sacking him

Despite being under contract with SSC Napoli, Antonio Conte is moving closer to the Italy as a potential leader of the sporting project, as president Aurelio De Laurentiis is reportedly considering dismissing the veteran coach. As a result, he could edge closer to taking over the national team. Antonio Conte has managed to impress with his performances at SSC Napoli, winning the 2025–26 Serie A and the 2025–26 Italian Super Cup. Following his impact, he has emerged as the favourite candidate to coach Italy amid their rebuilt. Despite having a contract until 2027, he is moving closer to the national team role, as president Aurelio De Laurentiis is reportedly considering dismissing him at the end of the season. According to Paolo Bargiggia, via AreaNapoli, the future of Antonio Conte at SSC Napoli is not entirely secure, as president Aurelio De Laurentiis is not fully convinced by his performance this season. As a result, he is reportedly open to facilitating the coach’s departure to the Italy national team, as it would represent an ideal solution by avoiding the need to pay a costly dismissal. Following the departure of Gennaro Gattuso, the Italian Soccer Federation (FIGC) is planning a significant overhaul of their project. In the search for a leader, Conte has emerged as a strong option, having previously managed the Azzurri and possessing extensive knowledge of Serie A. Additionally, Napoli would reportedly be willing to ease his exit—something that would not be the case with Massimiliano Allegri, who remains a key figure at AC Milan. While Napoli have remained one of the top teams in Serie A, they have failed to get involved in the race for the league title. Trailing AC Milan by 12 points, they have yet to find their best form, highlighting the decline of Antonio Conte and his project. Furthermore, the Italian side is coming off a tough loss to Lazio, which exposed the team’s major problems and leaves Conte on the brink of leaving at the end of the season—either to another Italian club or out of a job. Antonio Conte coach of Napoli reacts during the Serie A match. Conte may be an immediate solution, but not an ideal one for Italy After missing three consecutive World Cup editions, the Italy do not need continuity—they need a full reset. This means committing to younger players and driving a necessary generational overhaul to rebuild the national team. With that in mind, Antonio Conte may not be the ideal fit, as he represents more of a short-term solution for a project that requires a long-term vision and sustainable development. Antonio Conte is one of Italy’s most successful coaches and a global figure in the sport. However, he is not typically known for investing in young players or long-term projects, having had short tenures at every team he has managed. As a result, players like Francesco Camarda, Pietro Comuzzo, Michael Kyode, Samuele Inacio, and others could be left out, cutting short their development, as he tends to rely on veteran, proven players. In pursuit of a full rebuild, FIGC may need a more attack-minded coach who is willing to trust young players, making Pep Guardiola one of the most ideal candidates. Turning again to profiles like Roberto Mancini, Massimiliano Allegri, or Antonio Conte would mean continuing a sporting project that has not delivered results and clearly requires renewal—potentially representing a step backward rather than forward.

Bastoni, Leao, David, ma anche Kean, Zaccagni, Morata, Oristanio: tutti i giocatori che sperano in un finale top per salvare la stagione

Rush finale della stagione 2025/26, ci siamo. Un mese, qualcosina di più, e i verdetti della stagione saranno tutti emessi. Se da una parte l'Inter sembra avviarsi verso il suo 21esimo Scudetto e Pisa e Verona appaiono condannate alla retrocessione, restano da assegnare i piazzamenti europei e il terzo slot della discesa verso la Serie B. Queste ultime sei partite saranno decisive per questi traguardi e per tutti quei giocatori, nelle rose delle 20 squadre di Serie A, che sono stati finora protagonisti di stagioni negative per un motivo o per l'altro, e ora vanno in cerca di un finale di stagione al top per rilanciarsi. Facciamo una panoramica. INTER Bastoni MILAN Pulisic Leao Nkunku JUVENTUS David Openda Koopmeiners LAZIO Zaccagni FIORENTINA Kean ATALANTA Chi deve provare ad emergere in casa Dea è ancora Lazar Samardzic. Un buon avvio con Juric, poi è scivolato nelle gerarchie anche dopo la partenza di Lookman e ha fallito occasioni importanti come quella contro l'Inter nella sconfitta 0-1 della New Balance Arena. Il serbo non è nuovo a sirene di mercato, che con buoni ingressi in campo e dei colpi dei suoi in Coppa Italia, dove l'Atalanta è in semifinale contro la Lazio, possono indirizzare in un verso o nell'altro il suo futuro. BOLOGNA Come non menzionare Orsolini? L'esterno offensivo, strepitoso da anni, ha attraversato mesi di profonda crisi senza riuscire ad incidere come al suo solito, senza essere pericoloso "dalla sua mattonella" per usare le parole del tecnico Vincenzo Italiano. Ora che il Bologna è uscito dall'Europa League, Orso potrà investire tutte le proprie energie nell'ultima parte del campionato. CAGLIARI Qui non si tratta tanto di brutte prestazioni, quanto di sfortuna: il Gallo Andrea Belotti è appena tornato dopo la rottura del crociato patita in autunno e ha 6 partite per ricominciare a segnare come aveva iniziato a fare nella sua nuova vita cagliaritana. COMO Facile: Alvaro Morata, arrivato come ariete del sogno europeo della banda di Fabregas e ben presto scavalcato da Anastasios Douvikas nelle gerarchie. Il greco ha messo a segno 11 reti, 11 in più di quelle dello spagnolo ex Juve e Milan in campionato. L'unica gioia è arrivata in Coppa Italia, con la rete segnata nella vittoria sulla Fiorentina agli ottavi, nel finale. Morata riuscirà a segnare almeno una volta in questa Serie A? CREMONESE Nella grande depressione calcistica vissuta dalla Cremonese da dicembre in poi ci sentiamo di indicare in Federico Baschirotto il giocatore che più ha bisogno di ritrovarsi: tra il crollo del reparto che gli fa capo, la difesa, e alcuni problemi fisici che ne hanno limitato il 2026, il finale di stagione gli impone l'ingrato compito di cercare di estromettere dalla Serie A la sua ex squadra, il Lecce. FIORENTINA Non è stata proprio la stagione di Moise Kean, soprattutto se rapportata alla scorsa da 25 reti in tutte le competizioni. Un problema fastidiosissimo alla tibia, tante occasioni sbagliate nella prima disastrosa parte di stagione, più la delusione di Zenica con la maglia della Nazionale. Non è riuscito a dare il proprio apporto nei quarti di finale di Conference League, persi contro il Crystal Palace, e non dovrebbe farcela nemmeno per la prossima di campionato contro il Lecce. Il futuro è un'incognita, dato che ora come ora è difficile immaginare che qualcuno possa attivare la clausola rescissoria da 62 milioni di euro presente nel suo contratto e valida dal 1 al 15 luglio... GENOA Le grandi delusioni del Genoa, Stanciu, Gronbaek e Carboni, hanno tutte cambiato squadra. Possiamo allora indicare Aaron Martin, che rispetto all'anno scorso ha sfornato meno assist e, anche a causa dello stallo sul rinnovo di contratto, è stato spesso relegato in panchina da Ellertsson. Il rigore sbagliato contro la Juventus pesa, ma dal suo piede continuano ad arrivare traiettorie invitanti per la testa di Ostigard e Vasquez. Altri assist all'orizzonte da qui a fine maggio? INTER Il giocatore forse più chiacchierato delle ultime settimane è stato Alessandro Bastoni: prima la simulazione su Kalulu in Inter-Juventus, poi l'espulsione in Bosnia-Italia e tutt'attorno l'interesse del Barcellona che lo vorrebbe per la propria linea arretrata. Il finale di campionato, a partire da dopo il Cagliari visto che il tecnico Chivu ne ha annunciato l'assenza, 5 partite per chiudere al meglio possibile prima di prendere quella che potrebbe essere la decisione più difficile ed importante della sua carriera. JUVENTUS Torniamo sugli attaccanti: Jonathan David, a differenza di Lois Openda, ha deluso ma non è stato ancora definitivamente bocciato. Ha dato qualche cenno di pericolosità qua e là nel corso della stagione, ma Spalletti è arrivato a preferirgli il falso nove in assenza di Vlahovic. Per arrivare nelle migliori condizioni al Mondiale casalingo col Canada, all'ex Lille serve qualche iniezione di fiducia nell'ultimo segmento di annata. LAZIO Che è successo a Mattia Zaccagni? Non è che alla Lazio si possa imputare molto, visto che prima il mercato era bloccato e poi la squadra è stata rivoluzionata, ma l'ex Verona doveva essere una delle poche certezze almeno a livello di contributo ai goal ed è successo tutto l'opposto. Tanto volume di gioco, pochissimi guizzi sotto porta e, nel 2026, anche un infortunio. Riuscirà a chiudere in crescendo il suo anno più complicato fin qui in biancoceleste? LECCE E' appena tornato a disposizione per il finale di stagione Francesco Camarda, che il Milan aveva scelto di prestare al Lecce per la prima annata in Serie A. Un goal al Bologna nel 2-2 del girone di andata, poi un brutto infortunio alla spalla che ha convinto i salentini a rifugiarsi in Cheddira dal Sassuolo come alternativa a Stulic. Di Francesco avrà bisogno anche del suo aiuto, magari negli spezzoni finali, per trovare i goal salvezza. MILAN Con Pulisic è una bella lotta, ma forse Rafael Leao è quello che ha deluso di più a livello di continuità nell'anno che doveva essere quello della sua consacrazione definitiva nel ruolo di attaccante cucitogli addosso da Allegri. Anche lui, come il grande amico Kean, deve la sua stagione altalenante anche a dei problemi fisici di varia natura che hanno compromesso soprattutto la preparazione fisica. Per questo il 10 rossonero cerca riscatto nelle ultime partite prima di un Mondiale che vede il suo Portogallo tra le favorite. NAPOLI Errori, infortuni, esclusioni importanti: l'azzurro non è il colore di Alessandro Buongiorno nel 2025/26. Il pilastro dello Scudetto dell'anno scorso assieme a Rrahmani è stato spesso fuori causa, e quando ha giocato è apparso una versione meno dominante di quello che abbiamo imparato a conoscere a Torino. E anche la difesa della Nazionale ha dovuto farne a meno, data la stagione negativa in corso. PARMA Gaetano Oristanio si è fermato nella sua crescita, dopo un anno tutto sommato positivo al Venezia. Problemi fisici all'inizio, tanta panchina poi, l'arrivo di Strefezza ha definitivamente consolidato la coppia offensiva con Pellegrino. Oristanio cerca il rilancio, e come lui Ondrejka in un momento in cui il Parma è relativamente sicuro di rimanere in Serie A. PISA Una delle poche delusioni tra i giocatori arrivati a gennaio: Rafiu Durosinmi doveva essere l'alfiere della rincorsa salvezza del Pisa, ma si è fermato alla rete all'Atalanta la sera del suo esordio con i colori nerazzurri. L'espulsione contro il Cagliari è stato il punto più basso, nelle ultime partite, dato che la Serie B è vicina ad essere matematica, ci sarà modo di chiudere meglio la sua parentesi pisana. ROMA Per i giallorossi possiamo scegliere Matias Soulé: bene nella prima parte di stagione, come Pulisic del Milan, poi il calo con noie fisiche e riduzione di minutaggio e impatto sui risultati della Roma, che infatti sono andati in flessione. Recentemente è tornato ad essere titolare e Gasperini si aspetta i rifornimenti giusti per Malen. SASSUOLO Poche le delusioni in un Sassuolo che si è salvato con grande agio e veleggia in questo finale di stagione. Forse, vista anche la prima buona annata da protagonista al Verona, da Josh Doig ci si poteva attendere di più, e in effetti nella seconda parte di stagione lo scozzese ha perso il posto da titolare a vantaggio di Ulisses Garcia. Può sperare nelle rotazioni da qui in avanti, anche per rilanciarsi in vista della prossima stagione. TORINO E' Duvan Zapata il giocatore che ha più voglia di lanciare verso l'alto il proprio rendimento in casa Toro. Con D'Aversa la squadra si è portata al sicuro dopo una prima parte di stagione pericolante che ha portato all'esonero di Baroni, ma la punta numero uno è stata Simeone. Il capitano qualche goal l'ha trovato, ma ha bisogno di ritrovarsi dopo il terribile infortunio dell'autunno 2024 che lo ha tenuto fermo quasi un anno. UDINESE Difficile trovare un giocatore che abbia reso meno del previsto nella bella stagione dell'Udinese, ma se vogliamo possiamo aspettarci qualcosa dal 9 di riserva, Adam Buksa, ora che Davis è di nuovo infortunato. Inizialmente Runjaic preferisce Zaniolo con Atta ed Ekkelenkamp a supporto, ma senza l'inglese il polacco potrà mettere assieme più minuti. VERONA Qui c'è l'imbarazzo della scelta. Uno che ha veramente reso al di sotto delle aspettative è Amin Sarr, che ha perso il posto prima a vantaggio di Giovane e poi di Bowie da gennaio in poi. Come per il Pisa, il Verona è ormai spacciato, e quindi Sammarco dovrà rendersi conto di quali giocatori potranno essere disponibili anche nella prossima stagione in cadetteria.

Robert Lewandowski will miss the 2026 World Cup but still faces a tough challenge: Defining his future amid Barcelona struggles

Robert Lewandowski has had a disappointing season, losing his starting position at Barcelona and missing out on the 2026 World Cup. Following this, the Polish now faces one of the most important challenges of his career: Convincing the Blaugranas and securing his future. Despite arriving in Barcelona as a seasoned veteran, Robert Lewandowski managed to put in an impressive performance in his first few seasons, scoring 42 goals last season and surpassing 25 goals in the two seasons prior. Despite this, the Polish striker is having a season to forget, missing out on the 2026 World Cup and raising serious doubts among the Blaugranas. As a result, he faces a tough challenge: convincing the Spanish side to keep him and securing his future. Shortly after the start of the 2025–26 season, Robert Lewandowski suffered two muscle injuries that limited his impact at Barcelona. As a result, Ferran Torres took his starting spot, delivering strong performances. Beyond the injuries themselves, this situation highlights a growing concern: his declining physical output. While the Polish striker remains in good shape, Hansi Flick’s tactical system demands far more than just goals, something he has not been consistently providing. Unlike his previous season, Robert Lewandowski has been far less productive in front of goal. In the 40 matches he has played this season, he has managed to score just 17 goals, marking his lowest scoring output since joining Barcelona. With his contract set to expire in June 2026, the Blaugranas are not fully convinced about renewing him, reportedly offering only a one-year extension with a reduced salary and a secondary role. His struggles have not been limited to Barcelona, as Lewandowski has also failed to impress with Poland. Despite being an undisputed starter, the veteran was unable to make a decisive impact in the final stages of the World Cup qualifiers, going scoreless against Sweden and missing out on the 2026 edition, leaving him with just two World Cup appearances in his career. Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona looks on from the bench. Lewandowski disappointed with Poland in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Robert Lewandowski is one of the most important players in the history of Poland. After 165 appearances, he has scored 89 goals, making him the nation’s all-time leading scorer. He also ranks among the top five international goal scorers of all time, alongside players like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Despite this, the 37-year-old striker did not deliver his best performances in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. During the 2018 World Cup qualifiers, Lewandowski set a historic record by scoring 16 goals in 10 matches. Far from slowing down in the 2022 edition, the Polish forward once again impressed, netting 9 goals in 9 games and leading his national team to the tournament. However, he was unable to replicate that level in the most recent campaign, producing a less effective return. Unlike the previous two editions, Lewandowski managed just five goals in nine matches for Poland. While he has played a key role in creating space and assisting teammates, his goal output has dropped significantly. He also failed to score against Sweden in the play-off final, leaving his side without his usual scoring contribution and reflecting a difficult season in which he has struggled to find his best form. Lewandowski no longer fits in at Barcelona under Flick Hansi Flick has managed to establish a highly dominant style of play in Europe. Since his arrival in Barcelona, he has relied on intense high-pressing and pressure after turnover involving his forwards. As a result, the Blaugranas have excelled offensively, creating far more scoring opportunities. While Lewandowski performed brilliantly in the 2024-25 season, his physical condition has declined this season, making him less productive. During the 2025–26 season, Robert Lewandowski has become a less effective goalscorer, though he has maintained his importance in overall play by drawing defenders and creating opportunities for his teammates. However, head coach Hansi Flick has a clear demand for his striker: high pressing and immediate pressure after losing possession. As a veteran forward, Lewandowski has struggled to meet those physical demands. Given his declining goal output and high salary, Barcelona are reportedly no longer counting on him as an undisputed starter. Instead, they are pursuing the signing of a younger forward such as Julián Álvarez, prioritizing pressing, pace, scoring ability, and creativity. That said, the Polish striker could still play a key role off the bench, offering experience and finishing quality as a more traditional central striker. Robert Lewandowski of Barcelona With one of the highest salaries in the squad, Robert would need to significantly reduce his wages and accept a secondary role. While this scenario would be ideal for Barcelona, he could struggle to adapt to those conditions. In addition, he continues to attract strong interest from clubs that could offer him a more lucrative contract or a more prominent role. As a result, Lewandowski is not entirely open to staying at Barcelona, feeling neglected by the club, reports Nil Sola, via SER. How has Lewandowski’s playing style changed compared to previous seasons? Robert Lewandowski has gone through several distinct phases throughout his career. During his tenure at Borussia Dortmund, the Polish striker established himself as a brilliant forward, physically dominant and relentless in pressing defenders to score. While not yet a standout in collective play, he still managed to record 103 goals and 42 assists in 187 appearances, attracting interest from Real Madrid and several top European clubs. With his move to Bayern Munich, Lewandowski underwent a clear evolution in his playing style. Under the influence of Pep Guardiola, he developed into one of the most complete strikers in the world. Not only did he excel as a goalscorer, but he also became fully integrated into the team’s collective play, frequently rotating positions with Thomas Müller. At the same time, he maintained his physical dominance, finishing his spell with 344 goals and 73 assists in 375 matches. After his historic stint in Germany, Lewandowski chose to join FC Barcelona. Despite already being a veteran, he made an immediate impact under Xavi Hernández. Thanks to his game intelligence, he stood out by scoring 33 goals in his first season, playing a key role in creating space, pressing, and winning duels against defenders. However, he has since had to adapt his style, maintaining his importance while seeing a decline in pure scoring output. Even though Lewandowski had previously scored 42 goals for Barcelona under Hansi Flick, he has shown a noticeable physical decline this season. As a result, he has shifted his focus toward drawing defenders and facilitating play for Fermín López and Lamine Yamal. In doing so, he has remained highly influential in the team’s overall structure, albeit with a reduced scoring role, particularly as he is no longer applies pressure on opponents. Robert Lewandowski may be an ideal fit for AC Milan Robert Lewandowski can still thrive in European leagues, and AC Milan could be an ideal fit. Arriving as a free agent, the Polish striker would suit head coach Massimiliano Allegri. Unlike Barcelona, the Rossoneri are looking for a forward capable of dominating aerially and positioning himself between opposing center-backs. While he is not coming off his best season, he could still fulfill the role required by the Italian side. As a more traditional, fixed center-forward, Lewandowski could maintain solid output in Serie A. Without heavy creative or pressing responsibilities, he could preserve his physicality to outmuscle defenders and convert chances consistently. With his clinical finishing, he could become a key solution for Allegri, especially as a partnership with Christian Pulisic could significantly boost his goal production. Compared to Christopher Nkunku and Rafael Leão, Lewandowski has consistently demonstrated elite scoring ability in recent seasons, comfortably surpassing 15 goals. He also offers a strong aerial presence, which could be decisive, particularly as Milan have relied on Adrien Rabiot in that aspect. In addition, his presence could create more space for Leão and Pulisic to operate more effectively. While Lewandowski may no longer possess the physical profile to dominate in a high-intensity collective system, he remains highly effective as a fixed striker. Moreover, he could serve as an ideal mentor for Francesco Camarda, who could develop significantly as his backup—something the club does not currently get from options like Christopher Nkunku and Santiago Giménez.

Light at the end of the tunnel: The plan for Camarda with Lecce return imminent

By: Oliver Fisher After a frustrating period on the sidelines, Francesco Camarda is close to making his return to Serie A action with Lecce. Calciomercato.com write that after a long hiatus, Camarda can once again see the light at the end of the tunnel. He is nearing his return to the pitch, with Lecce battling to avoid relegation […] The post Light at the end of the tunnel: The plan for Camarda with Lecce return imminent appeared first on SempreMilan.

Buone notizie per Camarda: le ultime sul rientro dopo l'infortunio e l'annuncio del Lecce

Il classe 2008 di proprietà del Milan è vicinissimo al suo rientro in campo: le ultime e l'annuncio del Lecce sulle sue condizioni.

Cesc Fabregas turns down joining Italy as head coach of the national team: ‘There is quite a lot of free time’

After shining strongly with Como 1907 in Serie A, Cesc Fabregas has emerged as one of the leading candidates to manage Italy national team amid their rebuild. However, the Spaniard coach has publicly rejected this opportunity, keeping his focus elsewhere. Despite not being a coach with extensive experience, Cesc Fabregas is thriving in Serie A, leading Como 1907 into one of the most exciting teams in the league. Without signing world-class stars, he has managed to build a highly competitive squad, developing young players along the way. Given his strong impact, the Spaniard was linked as a potential candidate to become Italy’s head coach, but he firmly turned down the opportunity. “Being the head coach of a national team (Italy), I think that right now for me it would be a bit… I wouldn’t say boring, but there is quite a lot of free time between international breaks… I understand the criticism as well, also because it comes at a moment where, due to many circumstances, Italy have failed to qualify for the World Cup three times. So that probably has a stronger influence,” Cesc Fabregas said, via EFE. At just 38 years old, Cesc is already one of the most promising coaches. Not only does he implement an attractive style of play, but he also promotes young talent. With Italy seeking a generational overhaul, Fabregas emerged as the strongest option, as he knows Italian soccer very well, which would represent a major boost for young talents like Francesco Camarda and could even help convince Nicolò Tresoldi, who currently plays for Germany’s youth setup. Far from pursuing a similar profile to Fàbregas, the Italian Soccer Federation (FIGC) reportedly continues to prioritize Massimiliano Allegri, Roberto Mancini and Antonio Conte. While they are world-class coaches, they tend not to favor young players, but rather experienced veterans. As a result, Italy may face challenges in achieving a generational transition—something they urgently need after failing to qualify for the World Cup for three consecutive tournaments. Como 1907 coach Cesc Fabregas reacts salutes the fans at the end of the Serie A match. Cesc Fàbregas set to stay at Como 1907, complicating Arsenal Cesc Fàbregas has managed to push Como 1907 into contention for a place in European competitions. In addition, he is a shareholder in the club, which means he maintains a very close connection to the project. Amid uncertainty surrounding Mikel Arteta, Arsenal had reportedly set their sights on him as a potential replacement. However, the 38-year-old coach has admitted that he is very happy at the Italian side. “I see it as difficult, honestly. I repeat, you never know in soccer. I’m very happy at Como, I hope to stay at Como, and I’ve lived soccer life as a player. When you start thinking too much about tomorrow, something is not right… I’m very attached to this project, to this city, to everything we are building… So, absolute calm, I’m very happy,” Fàbregas said, via EFE. Looking ahead to the 2026–27 season, Cesc could face a major challenge, as Real Madrid are reportedly aiming to bring back Nico Paz, the cornerstone of Como 1907. As a result, they may need to reshape their squad, seeking greater impact for the following season in European competitions. However, the Italian side appears well positioned to retain the Spanish coach, their greatest asset.

Lecce manager provides brilliant response to Camarda narrative: “It’s a lie”

By: Isak Möller Eusebio Di Francesco provided a pretty funny yet necessary response to Francesco Camarda’s lack of playing time during a presser yesterday. Camarda joined the Via del Mare side on loan at the start of the season, a loan which includes both a buy-out and a buy-back. The idea was that Lecce would be more incentivised […] The post Lecce manager provides brilliant response to Camarda narrative: “It’s a lie” appeared first on SempreMilan.