Manchester City's journey this season has been full of ups and downs. When everyone was still immersed in the joy of their 3-0 home victory over Nottingham Forest, reality dealt them a harsh blow. In the past month, the team has fallen into a quagmire of five consecutive winless matches, causing great anxiety among the club's top management. It is well known that such a decline in performance undoubtedly touches the bottom line of the championship race in the highly competitive Premier League. Faced with problems emerging one after another, Manchester City's management could no longer sit idly by and decided to take a "gamble" during the winter transfer window. British media sources have revealed that Manchester City has set its sights firmly on Serie A giants Inter Milan, with rumors even suggesting they plan to "empty" Inter's squad. It is said that in order to acquire their desired players, Manchester City is prepared to invest a large sum of money, with Lautaro expected to join the Etihad Stadium at a high price. Moreover, Manchester City has also targeted Barella. This series of significant news has caused a huge stir in the European football scene. Manchester City's recent winless streak has exposed the weaknesses of the team. Taking the offense as an example, since the departure of Alvarez, the team's attack seems to have lost a key engine. When he was there, his partnership with Haaland formed a formidable front-line "double gun," capable of wreaking havoc on the opponent's defense. However, now, opponents only need to tightly mark Haaland, and…

Xiao Inzaghi's Divine Move! Formation Change to 3142, Core Player Takes on Single Defensive Midfielder Role, Activates Lautaro's First Goal in 9 Games On December 29th, Beijing time, in the 18th round of Serie A, Inter Milan faced Cagliari away from home, which was the last game of the year for both teams. In the final match of the year, Inter Milan achieved a 3-0 victory, with Bastoni breaking the deadlock, Lautaro ending his goal drought, and Calhanoglu scoring from the spot. Compared to winning the game, the goal scored by captain Lautaro delighted Inter Milan fans even more. Xiao Inzaghi's divine move! Changing formation to 3142, the core player takes on the role of single defensive midfielder, activating Lautaro's first goal in 9 games. Inter Milan successfully secured 3 points this round, while their title rivals Atalanta drew 1-1 with Lazio. Currently, Inter Milan ranks second in Serie A, having played one less game than Atalanta and trailing them by 1 point. Napoli has the same number of matches as Inter Milan but is 2 points behind, ranking third. Inter Milan holds the initiative in the title race. In the match against Cagliari, Inter Milan launched a fierce offensive, with a 65% possession rate and 20 shots on goal. Lautaro played the entire game, taking 6 shots, the most in the match. Lautaro missed a close-range header in the first half but managed to score in the second half. In the previous 8 games for Inter Milan, the Argentine forward had no goals or assists. Finally, his efforts paid…

Chelsea's recent transfer moves have been nothing short of sensational, setting the football world ablaze with excitement! At the heart of this transfer storm is none other than Lautaro Martinez, the acclaimed efficiency king of Serie A. Demonstrating their commitment, Chelsea has made a bold move with a three-for-one offer, even potentially putting forth a transfer fee nearing 100 million euros to secure the Argentine golden boot winner. Fans are speculating whether this move will completely transform Chelsea's front line lineup. However, behind the scenes of this player swap lies another significant concern—Enkunku, the young forward who has shone brightly this season, may be forced to leave the stage quietly. Such a drastic reshuffle of the squad undoubtedly suggests there are many stories yet to unfold. Chelsea's performance this season has already been impressive, ranking fourth in the Premier League and closely following Liverpool, while fiercely competing with established giants like Manchester City and Arsenal. Their offensive firepower has been astonishing, scoring 37 goals in 16 matches, topping the Premier League goal-scoring charts! The depth of their squad has also been impressive, with proper rotation and minimal injuries, maintaining a relatively stable performance. When it comes to the core of the team's offense, it is undoubtedly Palmer. His midfield performances have been outstanding, handling control, passing, and attacking with ease, making him one of the hottest midfielders in the Premier League. His market value has skyrocketed to 130 million euros, firmly establishing him as a top European football star. Despite Chelsea's overall excellent performance, their frontline positions have remained somewhat…

Last night, Chelsea suffered a 1-2 defeat at home against Fulham, ending in a last-minute goal. The main reason for the loss was due to coach Maresca's stubbornness, holding onto one of the most complete squads in Europe but refusing to make substitutions. The secondary reason was the lack of firepower up front. It is reported that Chelsea has started pursuing Inter Milan captain Lautaro, with an offer of Badiaxiele, Chukwuemeka, and Mudrik, plus an additional 40 million euros for Lautaro. Chelsea's current dilemma lies in the absence of a capable center forward, as their current striker Jackson has been inconsistent in front of goal, often missing opportunities, which severely hampers the team's attacking efficiency. Lautaro's performance this season has not matched his previous season's form, as he has fallen into a prolonged goal drought. Although participating in the Copa America may have led to overexertion, as the captain and key forward of Inter Milan, his state significantly impacts the team. Currently, Inter Milan's frontline mainly relies on the excellent performance of Thuram Jr., which also encourages them to consider the possibility of Lautaro's transfer. Inter Milan is expected not to accept any exchange offers but prefers direct cash transactions. This approach not only allows the team to receive a substantial transfer fee but also relieves the salary pressure brought by Lautaro, the highest-paid player within the squad. Consequently, Inter Milan will have more flexibility in salary space, enabling them to bring in other capable players. Behind these transfer rumors, it is essential to mention Inter Milan's manager Marotta, known…

Congratulations to Inter Milan, 2 Core Players Announce Loyalty to the Team, 3 Measures to Help Aim for the Champions League Who are the core players of Inter Milan today? Some might say it's the team captain, Serie A top scorer, Copa America top scorer, and Argentine forward Lautaro Martinez, who is valued at 100 million euros, or the four-time Serie A best midfielder and double midfield core of Italy and Inter Milan: local leader Barella. However, more fans would probably agree that President Marotta and coach Inzaghi are the true core of the team. After the financial crisis caused by the pandemic, it was these two who worked together to allow Inter Milan to maintain its top-level competitiveness in the five major leagues despite four consecutive seasons with zero transfer spending and the sale of world-class players such as Lukaku, Hakimi, and Brozovic. Not only did they win the 20th Serie A title, but they also reached the Champions League final. Recently, two pieces of news have reassured Inter Milan fans. On December 23rd, during a routine interview, coach Inzaghi faced media questions about renewal rumors and stated that he is very happy at Inter Milan. Both the management and the players and fans have made him feel the warmth and love of a family. He is willing to stay at Inter Milan for as long as possible, breaking the recent rumors that he would move to an English Premier League giant, effectively binding his fate with Inter Milan. On December 25th, during Inter Milan's Christmas special program, President…