Cardinale's presence fuels Milan hopes as Juventus reshuffle squad

After the Monza vs Sassuolo clash opened the fifth round of Serie A, the league moves on to a headline showdown as Roma host Inter at the Olimpico. Fans can watch the Serie BKT live on LaB Channel via OneFootball for €9.99 a month, while Koop, Cardinale and Martinez dominate this morning’s headlines.

Juventus reshuffle and Milan's lucky charm

Juventus are planning several changes ahead of their next fixture after a 5‑0 European victory over NEC. goalkeeper Vicario is set to reclaim his spot following Grabara’s positive debut, while defender Bremer is expected to start in central defence. Mid‑fielder Koopmeiners is also under threat from Sarr, who impressed in Europe and could be preferred over the former Atalanta player. Up front, Kolo Muani and Woltemade, both scorers against NEC, are competing for a place, with the possibility of a joint appearance.

The Rossoneri will benefit from the return of owner Gerry Cardinale to San Siro for the Milan vs Lecce match. notes that Cardinale’s presence is not linked to the recent Europa League loss to Benfica, but coincides with a favourable record: Milan have secured two wins and two draws in the four league games he attended this season, against Torino, Venezia, Juventus and Lazio. The club will look to extend that positive run after suffering their first defeat of the campaign.

Inter, Napoli and further Serie A developments

Inter’s goalkeeper Martínez has earned another call‑up to the Spain squad, according to an interview with FcInterNews. His agent Sergio Barila said, “He should enjoy a well‑deserved call‑up, he worked very hard to earn it,” and defended Martínez after criticism for a mistake against Real Madrid, reminding that all great goalkeepers can err. Barila also dismissed concerns about competition from Provedel, calling it normal for a club of Inter’s stature.

Allegri wanted to sign Doumbia for Milan and Napoli, but Sporting have him

Billy Gilmour is being considered for a third consecutive start for Napoli, following appearances against Arsenal and Bologna. Corriere dello Sport manager Massimiliano Allegri plans to keep the Scottish midfielder alongside Lobotka in a 4‑2‑3‑1 formation, valuing Gilmour’s tempo, precision and vertical play. Allegri believes the partnership can alternate between build‑up play and forward runs against Fiorentina.

Ryan Friedkin is expected to travel to Rome to watch the 6 p.m. Roma vs Inter clash at the Olimpico. says the Giallorossi vice‑president will be joined by Ed Shipley, a trusted associate, who arrived in the capital roughly 48 hours earlier. Their presence underscores the ownership’s intent to closely monitor the team’s progress early in the league campaign.

Lazio continue advancing the project for a new Stadio Flaminio, with another operational meeting scheduled for next week after recent contacts with Rome’s city hall. Corriere dello Sport highlights unresolved issues such as preserving the Nervi canopy and avoiding a fully covered outer façade, which must be addressed before the declaration of public interest by the city executive and the Capitoline Assembly.

Inter count on Calha's return as Serie A restarts on Saturday

Fiorentina have received good news ahead of their match with Napoli as Dragusin and Atta have recovered from their injuries and are candidates for the starting XI. Coach Vincenzo Vanoli is expected to line up a 4‑2‑3‑1, with Dragusin alongside Ranieri in defence and the Fagioli‑Ndour pairing in midfield,