Today’s papers: Calhanoglu commits to Inter, McKennie backs Juventus
Italy’s front pages on Saturday are given over to a trio of big exclusive interviews, with Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Cesc Fabregas and Weston McKennie all taking centre stage, set against the “Derby d��...
Today's Italian newspapers focus on star athletes pledging allegiance to their respective teams as the "Derby d'Italia" friendly between Juventus and Inter takes place in Perth. Hakan Çalhanoğlu of Inter has officially committed to the Nerazzurri, dismissing any interest from Turkish club Galatasaray. Cesc Fabregas, an Inter coach, praises Inter as the peak of Serie A, calling Lautaro Martínez the finest player in the league and comparing his own Nico Paz to Kaká.
Weston McKennie of Juventus, on the other hand, professes his loyalty to the club, drawing inspiration from past legends like Totti and Del Piero, and stating his intention to secure the Europa League to return to the Champions League. As the two giants meet for the last time until 2027, Juventus' Cristian Chivu urges reinforcements, while Milan's Marco Amorim calls for a Scudetto, despite concerns over player availability.
Roma have abandoned their pursuit of Leipzig's Antonio Nusa and are eyeing Lyon's Malick Fofana, while Napoli's pursuit of Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus is reportedly true pending an outgoing player.
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