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Avellino target former Real Madrid star James Rodriguez for Nesta in Serie B

Serie B side Avellino have confirmed ongoing negotiations to sign former Real Madrid star James Rodriguez. The 35-year-old Colombia captain is open to playing in the Italian second tier due to his strong relationship with head coach Alessandro Nesta.

Sampdoria 2–1 Avellino: the match statistics

A tense first half dominated by nerves, but Sampdoria came alive in the second half to take a 2-0 lead. Biasci pulled one back late on, but the Blucerchiati secured three precious points

"Either you save yourselves or we'll kill you": the furious protest by Sampdoria fans

Sampdoria haven’t won in five matches and have once again slipped dangerously close to the relegation zone

Luca Toni attacked by ultras

The former Italy international was travelling to Avellino’s Stadio Partenio when an angry mob kicked and punched the vehicle he was in

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
10	Independiente Petrolero	20	7	4	9	27	35	-8	25	L L L W L
11	CDT Real Oruro	20	6	3	11	32	50	-18	21	L L W D L
12	ABB	20	6	2	12	31	45	-14	20	L L W L D
13	San Antonio Bulo Bulo	20	6	2	12	21	40	-19	20	W L L L L
14	Universitario de Vinto	20	5	3	12	26	39	-13	18	D W L W L

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