Luciano Spalletti has likened Juventus sensation Kenan Yildiz to Paris Saint-Germain attacker Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, highlighting their shared attacking flair and sheer unpredictability. The Bianconeri boss worked with the Georgian during their title-winning campaign at Napoli, and he believes his current teenage forward boasts an identical creative spark.
Massimiliano Allegri saw his severely weakened side fall to a disappointing two-goal exhibition reverse against second-tier opponents at Castel Volturno. Goals from Michael Venturi and Luca Di Maggio punished the Partenopei, who were crippled by international call-ups and an extensive injury list during an unconvincing warm-up encounter on Friday.
Napoli have been handed a significant boost as Scott McTominay has officially returned to the training pitch following his recent cardiac procedure. The Scotland international is stepping up his recovery after a health scare that briefly sidelined him from Massimiliano Allegri’s squad.
Belgium forward Mika Godts paid glowing tribute to Kevin De Bruyne following the playmaker's masterclass in their impressive 2-0 Nations League victory over Italy in Rome. The Paris Saint-Germain attacker opened the scoring at the Stadio Olimpico before highlighting the midfielder's creative brilliance in guiding Mark van Bommel's men to all three points.
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