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Alfredo Pedulla

🚨 EXCL: Gattuso Italy unveiling, Dzeko heading back to Serie A, Napoli's top winger targets, Inter close in on major deal & more

This week's exclusive column from Alfredo Pedulla, featuring the biggest Serie A transfer stories.

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Alfredo Pedulla
Jun 19, 2025
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Gattuso facing big challenge as Italy manager

It's Rino Gattuso's day as he is officially unveiled at a press conference as the new head coach of the Italy national team, which is looking to turn a new page. Gattuso needs to remain true to himself, staying true to his 'Ringhio' nickname without compromising who he is.

That alone would already be a good starting point for a squad that had lost its drive under Luciano Spalletti. That's why it would be great to restore a sense of belonging in players who have lost their way. Those who, on average and with the due exceptions, made Italy miss the World Cup twice in a row. Italy must start anew without shame and overcome the issues that have remained unresolved for years.

We agree with Minister Abodi, who stated: 'Rino Gattuso is a person with a big heart, he has shown technical expertise and does so with a passion I've long recognised. I fully support him, the Azzurri shirt and those who have the honour of wearing it.

Napoli eyeing winger and defender transfers

Meanwhile, we continue to monitor the transfer market, keeping a close eye on the moves of various teams.

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