Italian sports newspapers highlight key football news: Hakan Calhanoglu is reportedly close to extending his contract with Inter Milan. Lazio secured a dramatic Coppa Italia victory over Atalanta in a penalty shootout, with young goalkeeper Edoardo Motta being the hero, saving four spot-kicks. Meanwhile, transfer speculation continues to swirl around Juventus’ interest in Liverpool’s Alisson and Milan’s pursuit of Goretzka. Lazio’s triumph sets up a Coppa Italia final clash against Inter on May 13th.
Corriere dello Sport Summary
Corriere dello Sport leads with Lazio’s Coppa Italia success, dubbing it “Lazio, è Maramotta” in honor of goalkeeper Edoardo Motta’s crucial penalty saves. The final, decided by Isaksen and Taylor’s shootout goals after a 1-1 draw in regulation time (Romagnoli and Pasalic scoring), will see Lazio face Inter. The paper also focuses on Juventus’ reported pursuit of Liverpool’s Alisson, noting Liverpool’s potential dissatisfaction with the goalkeeper’s desire to leave. Milan’s interest in Goretzka is also mentioned, alongside a brief update on Napoli’s support for manager Conte.
Tuttosport Summary
Tuttosport features an exclusive interview with defender Strahinja Pavlovic, who praises his Serbian teammate and Milan target, Vlahovic, calling him a world-class striker. The newspaper also notes Juventus’ priority interest in Atalanta’s Bernasconi should Cambiaso depart. Other headlines touch upon Chivu’s satisfaction at Inter, Calhanoglu’s likely contract renewal, and D’Aversa’s appeal to Torino’s pride.
La Gazzetta dello Sport Summary
La Gazzetta dello Sport’s main story is Hakan Calhanoglu’s imminent contract renewal with Inter, titled “Inter Resto,” emphasizing the player’s desire to stay and the decisive role of Chivu in the negotiations. The paper also reports on major transfer developments: Juventus’ strong interest in Alisson (“Sprint Alisson”) and Milan’s pursuit of Goretzka (“Mossa Goretzka”), with discussions reportedly including a three-year deal for the German. Lazio’s Coppa Italia victory is also highlighted, celebrating Motta’s penalty heroics and the controversy surrounding Ederson’s goal for Atalanta.
English Translation:
Italian sports dailies are abuzz with news. Hakan Calhanoglu is reportedly on the verge of signing a new contract with Inter Milan. Lazio has emerged victorious in the Coppa Italia, defeating Atalanta in a thrilling penalty shootout where young goalkeeper Edoardo Motta was the star, blocking four shots. Transfer rumors continue to link Juventus with Liverpool’s Alisson and Milan with Goretzka. Lazio’s Coppa Italia triumph sets up a final against Inter on May 13th.
Corriere dello Sport Translation
The page prominently features Lazio’s Coppa Italia heroics, celebrating their penalty shootout win against Atalanta. The headline “Lazio, è Maramotta” highlights the crucial saves made by young goalkeeper Edoardo Motta, who stopped four penalties. The match, which ended 1-1 after 120 minutes with goals from Romagnoli for Lazio and Pasalic for Atalanta, was decided in the shootout where Isaksen and Taylor scored for Lazio. The Coppa Italia final is scheduled for May 13th at the Stadio Olimpico, featuring Lazio against Inter. The paper also covers Juventus’ pursuit of Alisson, reporting Liverpool’s displeasure at the Brazilian’s eagerness to leave and Juventus’ active negotiations. Milan’s interest in Goretzka is also noted. Additionally, there’s a brief mention of Napoli’s vote of confidence in manager Conte.
Tuttosport Translation
Tuttosport leads with an exclusive interview featuring Strahinja Pavlovic, who praises his Serbian national teammate and a reported Milan target, Vlahovic, declaring him one of the world’s top strikers. Juventus’ interest in Atalanta’s Bernasconi is also flagged as a priority should Cambiaso depart. Smaller headlines discuss Chivu’s happiness at Inter, Calhanoglu’s expected contract renewal, and D’Aversa’s call for Torino to show pride in their upcoming match.
La Gazzetta dello Sport Translation
La Gazzetta dello Sport’s main headline is Calhanoglu’s impending Inter renewal, under the banner “Inter Resto,” stating Hakan’s desire to stay and crediting Chivu’s efforts for convincing him to extend his contract. Flanking the masthead are two significant transfer stories: Juventus’ swift move for Alisson (“Sprint Alisson”) and Milan’s pursuit of Goretzka (“Mossa Goretzka”), with reports suggesting a three-year deal is under discussion for the German international. Lazio’s qualification for the Coppa Italia final is also prominently featured, with Motta’s four penalty saves being lauded and Atalanta’s discontent over the Ederson goal controversy noted.
