Today’s papers: Juventus wrap up McKennie renewal; Inter tell Arsenal ‘no’ over Pio Esposito
Tuesday’s Italian sports papers focus on Weston McKennie’s future at Juventus, and Inter’s stance over Arsenal interest in Pio Esposito.
La Gazzetta dello Sport
“Pio not for sale”
Inter say no to Arsenal
Esposito at the centre of the Nerazzurri market and attack
Coppa Italia semi-final at 21:00 against Como: Chivu considering eight changes
The pink paper leads with Inter’s firm stance over young striker Francesco Pio Esposito, insisting the club have rejected interest from Arsenal. The focus remains on the Coppa Italia semi-final first leg against Como, with Cristian Chivu expected to rotate heavily.
“Allegri’s tricks”
How Milan will try to keep the Scudetto race alive
From De Winter’s height to Nkunku’s creativity
“The most beautiful goal”
Conceição’s strike (100 km/h from 17 metres) goes around the world
“Nightmare Viola”
Fiorentina overwhelmed in Udine
Three goals conceded in the opening 30 minutes
Tuttosport
“Taremi: I’m going to war”
Sport increasingly halted in the Middle East amid the conflict with Iran
The former Inter striker reportedly told Olympiacos he wants to return home: “My country needs me”
In Turin, the spotlight is firmly on Juventus.
“Okoli or Gatti”
And talks underway with Vlahovic
Juventus playing for their future without a true centre-forward
The paper underlines how hopes of a top-four finish – crucial for the market and the club’s ambitions – rely heavily on defensive solidity and Federico Gatti’s leadership. Dusan Vlahovic’s contract situation remains unresolved.
Also featured:
“Inter want the double, and Goretzka”
Coppa Italia semi-final, first leg: Chivu chasing history
The German midfielder could become a summer target
Corriere dello Sport
“Como stir up Inter”
Coppa Italia semi-final first leg: Como seek the upset (21:00)
Fabregas once in Marotta’s plans, now he could deny Chivu the dream of the double
Peace between the clubs over Esposito: special duel
The Rome-based daily previews the Coppa Italia clash, framing it as a potential banana skin for Inter against an ambitious Como side led by Cesc Fabregas.
“Juve, stand firm”
McKennie until 2030
Lucio key to the renewal talks
Turning point in negotiations: the coach wants to stay, but four or five top signings are needed to win
Further contact with Dusan: a €6m salary proposal made, decision imminent
Juventus are reportedly pushing to extend Weston McKennie’s contract until 2030, while discussions continue over Vlahovic’s future.
Elsewhere:
“Bologna magic: Odgaard sinks Pisa”
A stunning strike gives Italiano his fifth straight win
“Viola nightmare continues”
Udinese dominant, defensive collapse costly