The individual who threw a firework that hit goalkeeper Emil Audero during the Serie A match between Cremonese and Inter on Sunday evening has been identified as a 19-year-old Nerazzurri supporter, who has now been arrested. 

Inter fan arrested after Audero firework incident

Inter’s 2-0 win over Cremonese this weekend was temporarily brought to a halt when a firework was thrown onto the pitch from the section of the ground housing the travelling Nerazzurri supporters. 

That firework exploded right next to Cremonese goalkeeper Audero, who was struck by the sparks. He was later spotted with a small cut and burn mark on his knee, but decided to continue playing. 

Nerazzurri officials have strongly condemned the incident, but this was not enough to prevent a ban on travelling supporters for the next three away Serie A matches. 

Now, according to reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport, the individual responsible for throwing the firework onto the pitch has been identified and arrested, all within 48 hours of the incident taking place. 

The individual responsible is a 19-year-old Inter supporter, who is understood to be involved with the club’s ultras. 

The teenager was not, however, the person who reportedly lost three fingers in a separate firework-related incident during the Cremonese-Inter match.

Ademola Lookman was the most expensive Serie A sale of the 2026 January transfer window, but Napoli could match the same fee if Lorenzo Lucca’s loan move to Nottingham Forest is made permanent. Here is a reminder of the most expensive departures of the winter transfer window. 

The Serie A transfer window came to a close at 19.00 GMT on Monday, February 2. Lookman was the second most expensive deadline day transfer in the world with his €35m switch from Atalanta to Atletico Madrid (not including bonuses). 

•  Read more: Top 10 most expensive Serie A signings of January transfer window

Lazio were among the most active Serie A sides during the January transfer window, and raised just shy of €60m through their sales of Taty Castellanos to West Ham and Matteo Guendouzi to Fenerbahce. 

Lorenzo Lucca is an interesting case, as he was technically bought outright by Napoli from Udinese, and then sent out on loan to Nottingham Forest with an option to buy. His two moves this month could turn out to be worth in excess of €60m.

Here are the most expensive permanent sales of the January transfer window, and a list of the most significant loans with option to buy. 

Most expensive permanent sales of Serie A January transfer window 

1. Ademola Lookman: Atalanta → Atletico Madrid €35m
2. Taty Castellanos: Lazio → West Ham €29m
3. Matteo Guendouzi: Lazio → Fenerbahce €28m
4. Lorenzo Lucca: Udinese → Napoli €26m
5. Tammy Abraham: Roma → Besiktas €15m

Notable loans with options to buy

1. Lorenzo Lucca: Napoli → Nottingham Forest on loan with €35m option to buy
2. Noa Lang: Napoli → Galatasaray on loan with €28m option to buy
3. Douglas Luiz: Juventus → Aston Villa with €25m option to buy
4. Christos Mandas: Lazio → AFC Bournemouth on loan with €18.5m option to buy
5. Daniel Maldini: Atalanta → Lazio on loan with €15.5m option to buy
6. Marco Brescianini: Atalanta → Fiorentina on loan with €10m option to buy

Lorenzo Lucca, Giacomo Raspadori and Robinio Vaz were among the most expensive Serie A signings during the 2026 January transfer window, which saw the Italian top-flight sides spend a total of €243.49m over the last 31 days. 

The January transfer deadline struck at 19.00 GMT on Monday evening. Milan failed to get a deal over the line for Jean-Philippe Mateta, but there was still plenty of action on the final day of the window, including Juventus’s signing of Emil Holm from Bologna, Joao Mario moving in the opposite direction, and Roma’s acquisition of Bryan Zaragoza from Bayern Munich. 

The full month brought several new additions, including new Roma striker Donyell Malen, Napoli’s acquisition of Giovane and the return of Giacomo Raspadori from Atletico Madrid. 

Technically, Lorenzo Lucca, who left Napoli to join Nottingham Forest in January, was the most expensive Serie A signing this month. That is because the Italy international was still on loan with an option to buy at Napoli, and the Partenopei had to exercise that option to buy clause from Udinese before sending him to the Premier League. 

Coming in at joint-second are Giacomo Raspadori, who joined Atalanta after six months in LaLiga with Atletico Madrid, and Robinio Vaz, who joined Roma in a permanent deal from Olympique de Marseille. 

Below are the top 10 most expensive permanent signings from the 2026 January transfer window in Serie A. 

Top 10 most expensive Serie A signings in January 2026

1. Lorenzo Lucca: Udinese → Napoli €26m*

=2. Giacomo Raspadori: Atletico Madrid → Atalanta €22m

=2. Robinio Vaz: Olympique de Marseille → Roma €22m

4. Kenneth Taylor: Ajax → Lazio €16.85m

5. Petar Ratkov: RB Salzburg → Lazio €13m

6. Adrian Lahdo: Hammarby → Como: €11.94m

7. Darryl Bakola: Olympique de Marseille → Sassuolo €10m

8. Ismael Kone: Olympique de Marseille → Sassuolo €10m*

9. Rafiu Durosinmi: Viktoria Plzen → Pisa €9m

10. Alphadjo Cisse: Hellas Verona → Milan €8m

Fees according to transfermarkt.co.uk

* denotes pre-existing option to buy

The Emirates Tourism Council held its initial meeting in Al Ain to assess the successful outcome of the sixth edition of the World’s Coolest Winter campaign which boosted winter tourism throughout the UAE. The meeting which H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri Minister of Economy and Tourism chaired included participants from local tourism authorities throughout the Emirates. The main goal of the event required presenters to demonstrate the campaign results while they established upcoming plans which would develop the country into an international tourist destination.

A Winter Wonderland for Tourists

The World’s Coolest Winter campaign, which has become one of the UAE’s signature tourism initiatives, was launched with the aim of attracting international visitors during the winter months, particularly from countries seeking an escape from colder climates. The UAE’s unique positioning as a winter destination was solidified, offering tourists an escape to sunshine, breathtaking landscapes, and a variety of winter-themed activities that cater to all types of travellers.

The initiative strategically focused on several top winter hotspots across the Emirates, including Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, and Fujairah, where visitors were treated to a mix of outdoor winter activities and cultural experiences. As part of the campaign, prominent activities included scenic mountain hikes, desert safaris, beachside relaxation, and luxury spa treatments.

Boosting Winter Tourism in 2026

H.E. Bin Touq emphasized the UAE’s strong commitment to leveraging the World’s Coolest Winter campaign to drive tourism revenue and to reinforce the nation’s appeal as a winter getaway. He noted that the UAE’s integrated tourism infrastructure, which is world-class, has played a significant role in boosting winter tourism. Visitors can indulge in exclusive experiences, ranging from camel rides in the desert to skiing and snowboarding in indoor ski resorts. These activities continue to draw tourists year after year, strengthening the UAE’s presence on the global tourism map.

The Role of Local Tourism Entities in Driving Growth

One of the key discussions during the meeting focused on increasing cooperation among the seven Emirates in enhancing the UAE’s tourism offerings. H.E. Bin Touq stated that regional collaboration, particularly between Emirates such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah, is crucial for creating a unified national tourism identity. He also remarked on how this integration helps in promoting destinations with distinctive winter experiences like Ras Al Khaimah’s mountain resorts or Fujairah’s stunning beaches, which are becoming increasingly popular for those seeking an alternative to traditional winter holidays.

As part of the collaborative approach, each Emirate will be implementing strategic promotional activities, including joint participation in international tourism fairs and exhibitions. This strategy aims to ensure that the UAE’s winter tourism offerings are showcased to a global audience, while also capitalizing on domestic synergies to enhance the attractiveness of the country as a whole.

Enhancing Winter Activities Across the Emirates

The World’s Coolest Winter campaign doesn’t just focus on the weather; it’s also about providing diverse experiences. Visitors to Al Ain and the Al Hajar Mountains enjoyed snow-capped peaks, trekking opportunities, and peaceful mountain retreats. Those visiting Fujairah were invited to explore pristine beaches, indulge in watersports, and relax at world-class resorts. For the culturally inclined, Abu Dhabi hosted exclusive events like traditional Emirati music performances and art exhibitions.

Data-Driven Marketing and Targeting High-Value Markets

To further ensure the success of the winter tourism initiative, the Emirates Tourism Council is focusing on targeted marketing strategies. Through the analysis of travel trends and demand indicators, the council has been able to identify priority markets with the highest potential in terms of growth and spending. This includes the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, Europe, and key Asian markets. The campaign’s success is evident as more tourists are flocking to UAE winter destinations, with growth seen in high-value markets such as Germany, Russia, and the United Kingdom.

The Council has also placed emphasis on using digital marketing campaigns, leveraging social media, and collaborating with influential travel bloggers and global booking platforms. This data-centric approach ensures that promotional efforts are effectively directed toward high-potential regions, further increasing visitor arrivals.

Strengthening UAE’s Winter Tourism Infrastructure

Another crucial area discussed during the meeting was strengthening the UAE’s tourism infrastructure to meet the increasing demand for winter tourism. The UAE is constantly investing in state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring that visitors experience world-class services that cater to both luxury and budget-conscious travellers. Hotels, resorts, and shopping destinations have been equipped with the latest amenities, including wellness centres, gourmet dining, and exclusive winter-themed events, ensuring visitors have a memorable stay.

UAE’s Vision for Winter Tourism in 2026 and Beyond

Looking ahead, the Emirates Tourism Council laid out an ambitious vision for the continued growth of winter tourism in 2026. Through collaborations with national airlines, increased participation in global tourism fairs, and stronger partnerships with the private sector, the UAE aims to position itself as the top winter destination in the region. The continuation of the World’s Coolest Winter campaign and the implementation of tailored promotional initiatives will play an instrumental role in attracting tourists, enhancing the quality of experiences, and contributing significantly to the UAE’s economic growth.

H.E. Bin Touq concluded that the UAE’s ability to provide a seamless and integrated tourism experience, combining luxury, culture, nature, and adventure, is essential to maintaining the country’s position as a top-tier global tourist destination.

A Winter Destination Like No Other

The UAE uses the World’s Coolest Winter campaign as its main strategy to attract tourists who want to experience its status as a top winter destination. The UAE will remain a leading winter destination until 2026 because it provides outstanding winter activities and showcases the various natural attractions of the Emirates and uses data-based marketing techniques.

Inter fans won’t be allowed to buy tickets for the next three away games against Sassuolo, Lecce and Fiorentina after that one of their supporters threw a firework that struck Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero on Sunday.

Inter fans won’t be allowed to travel to Reggio Emilia, Lecce and Florence for the Nerazzurri’s next three away games in Serie A.

Official: Inter fans banned for the next three away games

On Tuesday, the Italian Interior Minister announced (via Gazzetta) that Inter’s fans will be barred from the away sections for the team’s next three matches, with residents of Lombardy prohibited from purchasing tickets.

The ban is valid until March 23 and will leave the Nerazzurri without support from the away end against Sassuolo, Lecce and Fiorentina.

Inter will technically be the away team on March 8 against city rivals Milan, but the Nerazzurri supporters will be allowed at San Siro since there will be no fan travel outside the city of Milan for this match.

The decision came after Cremonese goalkeeper Audero was hurt by a firework thrown from the away end during Sunday’s game at Cremonese.

The match was suspended for a few minutes, and the goalkeeper continued the game despite a small cut and burn mark on his leg. Italian media have reported that the Inter fan who threw the firework has been identified and lost three fingers when throwing a second flare soon after.

Inter could receive further sanctions at a sporting level as decisions from the FIGC Judge will be announced tomorrow. According to Calciomercato.com, punishment could include a fine and restrictions for Inter fans, even for home games.

Inter President Giuseppe Marotta hopes the new San Siro will be ready in 2030 and insists Italian football must be ‘sustainable’ and look to young players like Chelsea and Arsenal.

Inter President Marotta spoke about the Nerazzurri’s plans for a new stadium during his last interview with DAZN.

Marotta opens up about Inter and Milan’s new stadium

“We’ve finally opened a pathway that will lead us far away. It’s not easy to act in Italy, where bureaucracy is often an obstacle,” Marotta said via TMW.

“We’ve taken on this new path with enthusiasm, and we’ll have a new home. It was very hard to buy San Siro, but thanks to Ralph and Scaroni’s tenacity, we reached the target. It will be a modern stadium that will firstly match the need for safety and hospitality.”

Inter and Milan have officially acquired the area of San Siro, including the iconic Stadio Meazza.

The new arena will be built near the existing stadium, the majority of which will be demolished. 

The Milanese sides hope the new stadium will be ready two years before Euro 2032, which Italy will co-host with Turkey.

“We want it to be ready in 2030, and I hope we’ll make it,” Marotta confirmed.

“I’m not saying it’s a dream, but the bureaucratic pathway is torturous. At the same time, I think Italy must be represented by Milan, and national politics must make sure the important games will be played in the new stadium.”

The new stadium will allow Nerazzurri and Rossoneri to close the financial gap with some of the wealthiest clubs in Europe.

“We earn €80m per season, same as Milan. Real Madrid and Barcelona reach between €250m and €300m,” Marotta noted.

“The Blancos’ target is to go beyond €500m. We can more than double matchday revenue, also with activities made during the week.”

Marotta was asked whether old infrastructures in Italy prevent the development of fresh talent such as Lamine Yamal in Spain.

“Surely yes. When we made an objective assessment of European stadiums, we didn’t talk about training centres, which we lack in Italy,” said the Inter president.

“We have old structures, but thanks to Oaktree’s foresight, and following our request, we have invested €100m in a new area. The structures play a key role in developing talent. If you play in a potato field, you won’t be inclined to accept suggestions from your coach.”

Are Inter looking at the examples of Chelsea and Arsenal in the recruitment of young players?

“The Blues have recently made changes; Arsenal had been doing it for some time,” concluded Marotta.

“At some point, the Gunners put their money into the stadium and not on the market, and it worked. Having this inclination towards young players is a concept of great sustainability, which all Italian clubs are forced to follow.”

Lazio were the biggest spenders in Serie A during the winter transfer window, while Juventus were the only club not to spend a penny as they secured Jeremie Boga and Emil Holm on free loan deals.

The winter transfer window for Serie A clubs ended on Monday, February 2, so it’s time to review the activity of every team in Italy’s top flight, including how much they spent over the last month.

Serie A: Lazio the biggest spenders in 2026 winter transfer window

Lazio had been imposed a transfer embargo during the summer transfer window, so it is not entirely surprising to see the Biancocelesti spend more than any other club in Italy during the January window.

Furthermore, Maurizio Sarri saw two regular starters, Matteo Guendouzi and Valentin Castellanos, leave the Olimpico last month, so the Bianconcelesti had to sign replacements in central midfield and attack.

As reported by Transfermarkt, Milan spent €8m to sign promising Verona midfielder Alphadjo Cissè, 19, who was then sent to Serie B side Catanzaro on loan.

The Rossoneri also signed Niclas Fullkrug from West Ham, on loan with an option to buy.

Ranking: Biggest Serie A spenders in the 2026 winter transfer window

Lazio 36.5m

Napoli 31.5m

Roma 26m

Atalanta 22m

Sassuolo 20m

Pisa 18.3m

Como 17.4m

Verona 13.5m

Genoa 10m

Milan 8m

Cremonese 7.9m

Udinese 7.5m

Bologna 7m

Lecce 5.6m

Inter 3.5m

Cagliari 3.5m

Fiorentina 2.5m

Parma 2m

Torino 800k

Juventus 0m

Every winter, Italian clubs scramble to try to find the players who can make a mid-season difference. Giancarlo Rinaldi gives out the grades for their efforts this year.

Only a fool would try to assess the potential impact of acquisitions that have barely had a chance to play for their new employer,s but here we go again. It is worth remembering that it can sometimes be the players that you move on or keep who can be as important as the ones you bring in. With that in mind, here are the marks out of 10 for all 20 Serie A sides this winter window.

Atalanta 6/10 – In the end it probably boils down to whether you think Giacomo Raspadori plus a handsome profit is worth losing Ademola Lookman for. The ex-Napoli man looks sharp already while the departures of Daniel Maldini and Marco Brescianini may reduce the depth of the squad but should not cause major damage.

Bologna 5.5/10 – A bit of a bland market that looks unlikely to see an upturn in their midtable form. The effective swap of Emil Holm for Joao Mario with Juventus looks a balanced enough trade, while Simon Sohm will need to show an improvement on his Fiorentina form to convince that he was worth losing Giovanni Fabbian for.

Cagliari 6.5/10 – Sometimes it is not about who you buy or sell but who you keep and hanging on to a hot property like young Marco Palestra could be key to the Sardinians’ survival, which is looking more and more likely. The actual incomings and outgoings probably fall under the category of “time will tell” when it comes to their effectiveness.

Como 5/10 – On paper, at least, a little bit underwhelming for a side with such financial backing, but their eye for talent could well mean Swedish teenager Adrian Ladho is one to watch. Keeping hold of their best players – with Martin Baturina in particular attracting attention – was an achievement, but the club has sufficient wealth to say no to all but the biggest deals.

Cremonese 6/10 – None of their arrivals look like setting Serie A alight but they are all proven performers. Milan Djuric will give them a different option in attack while Youseff Maleh, Morten Thorsby and Sebastiano Luperto are well-known quantities who can surely ensure the work already done towards survival continues.

Fiorentina 5.5/10 – The best part of the Viola transfer market was probably getting rid of a number of the summer signings that did not work out including Simon Sohm, Edin Dzeko and Hans Nicolussi Caviglia. They have added width with Manor Solomon and Jack Harrison but there was no real big name to fire hopes of rocketing back up the table.

Genoa 7/10 – As a fully signed-up member of the Tommaso Baldanzi fan club, this mark is probably more in hope than expectation. Daniele De Rossi has already put the fight into the Grifone, but the talented Roma man could add that dash of quality which will make their survival fight a more stylish one than it has been so far.

Inter 5/10 – We have what we hold is an understandable approach from the Nerazzurri but not the kind of thing to get fans delighted. The purchase of Yanis Massolin is an exciting one but clearly one for the future as the young French midfielder will remain on loan at Modena, where he has shone in Serie B.

Juventus 5/10 – There was plenty of smoke but not much substance to the Bianconeri’s transfer window work with the arrivals of Emil Holm and Jeremie Boga hardly the stuff to get pulses racing. Maybe it could be argued that a recent upturn in form shows they did not need to force the issue but it will still disappoint the fans.

Lazio 5.5/10 – The Biancocelesti have been busy after having their transfer ban lifted with Kenneth Taylor already looking like a smart signing. The losses of Matteo Guendouzi and Taty Castellanos leave gaps to be filled but the biggest story was probably Alessio Romagnoli’s switch to Al-Sadd falling through due to a document mix-up, which is a bit embarrassing.

Lecce 5.5/10 – They will have to hope that they have found a couple of gems in a signing basket, including Omri Gandelman, Oumar Ngom and Sadik Fofana. The good news is that they have managed that in the past, so a repeat is not out of the question. Walid Cheddira is more of a known quantity and gives them options up front.

Milan 5/10 – Another one of Italy’s bigs to be linked with plenty of players but, in the end, they only managed a couple of arrivals. Niclas Fullkrug gives a focal point to their attack while teenager Alphadjo Cissè is definitely interesting. But the collapse of a deal for Jean-Philippe Mateta felt pretty much typical of their efforts.

Napoli 5/10 – Add their name to the list of top teams who will have left their fans feeling cheated this January. Lorenzo Lucca goes to England for a nice bundle of cash – at least potentially – while the problematic Noa Lang finds a new home. Young Verona forward Giovane and Alisson Santos from Sporting CP will at least enjoy a move up the table thanks to their transfers.

Parma 6.5/10 – It will be a battle to stay afloat but they have added some quality to their fight with Hans Nicolussi Caviglia likely to enjoy a better time than he did in Florence. Gabriel Strefezza adds a dash of unpredictability and excitement while the loss of Hernani and Mathias Lovik will hardly be felt much at all.

Pisa 4.5/10 – They had to roll the dice and they definitely have but what number will come up remains to be seen. Having got rid of Alberto Gilardino as coach, they have at least got a goal already from new man Rafiu Durosinmi. Samuel Iling-Junior knows Serie A well enough but seems unlikely to produce enough to drag them to safety.

Roma 7.5/10 – Donyell Malen may be the signing who has made the most immediate impact this winter with some eye-catching moments already. Robinio Vaz is one of the biggest investments of the window and certainly does not seem to lack character. Tommaso Baldanzi leaves having found little space while Leon Bailey was dogged by injury in his short spell in the capital.

Sassuolo 5.5/10 – Whatever the question was, can the answer possibly have been M’Bala Nzola? The Angolan was far from thrilling at Pisa but maybe he can thrive in surroundings where the pressure of potential relegation is a little bit less intense. Their other new faces are intriguing but not necessarily of immediate use.

Torino 6/10 – A decent window that will surely help the Granata to enjoy another season of survival – if not a lot more. Kristjan Asllani and Cyril Ngonge made little impression between them so it will be up to Matteo Prati and Luca Marianucci to surpass them which, in truth, should really not be too hard.

Udinese 6/10 – The revolving door at the Stadio Friuli is rarely still and there were more heading out than in this winter. Branimir Mlacic and Juan Arizala definitely fall into the players with potential category and will look to make their mark while Iker Bravo and Sandi Lovric leave due to a lack of playing time. Saba Goglichidze ensures another window sees a move between the club and Watford.

Verona 5/10 – Their coach is gone but for a club with a need of a jolt, was this transfer session sufficient? It will be exciting to see another Scot give Serie A a go in the shape of Hibs’ record sale Kieron Bowie but he will surely have his work cut out to turn things around. Sandi Lovric should do a job while Pol Lirola at least knows Italy even if he has never exactly impressed.

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La Gazzetta dello Sport

Audero recounts: ‘My big scare’

The Cremonese keeper, after being hit by a firework: ‘It could have been much worse. I still feel pain. I’d like to ask that fan: ‘Why did you do it?’

Mateta deal falls through

Milan drop him and must undergo surgery. Space for Nkunku (20:45) in Bologna.

Toro, Ebosse too. Rugani Viola, Verona sack Zanetti

What an Udinese, Gasp out of the Champions League spot

Corriere dello Sport

Spalletti wins again

Roma lose 1-0, Lucio remains in the fourth spot.

Gasperini is fifth, out of a Champions League placement, two points below Juve. Decisive Ekkelenkamp goal. Absences of Dybala and Koné had an impact. 8th season loss. Zaragoza is in Trigoria and can debut against Cagliari on Monday.

Empty Milan

Max’s uphill

Bologna at 20:45 to go -5 from Inter

Mateta deal collapses, Pulisic at home. Leao anxiety

The French forward stays at Crystal Palace: the extra medical tests gave negative results. The American must stop. The Portuguese will start on the bench. Saelemaekers surrenders: Loftus-Cheek near Nkunku.

Holm-Boga, how Juventus add depth

Golden Conte: today, he discovers Alisson

The new Rabiot to Inter

Tuttosport

Toro: Ebosse (three cruciate ruptures), the last ‘reinforcement.’ But the President’s math works.

Toh, Cairo even saves 4m

Juve, three coups not to fail

No centre-forward: move towards another front

Transfer market not complete, but it can be compensated with the renewals of Yildiz, Spalletti and the increasingly crucial McKennie. Holm’s Bianconeri dreams. The plan to recover Boga.

Allegri-Conte, new clash

‘Antonio, what do you say?’

Ekkelenkamp knocks Roma down: Juve stay 4th

Inter-Juve behind closed doors for the firework against Audero?

The knee didn’t convince, no Milan for Mateta

Italian football is in mourning following the death of former SPAL captain Nicolas Giani, an Inter youth academy product, at the age of 39.

The central defender passed away today after a long illness, which had forced him to suspend his playing career in 2022.

He would’ve turned 40 next month.

Clubs remember SPAL captain Giani

Giani had started his career as part of the Inter youth academy, going on to play for Cremonese, Pro Patria, Vicenza, Perugia, SPAL, Spezia, Feralpisalò and Desenzano.

The centre-back was most closely associated with SPAL, who he represented from 2014 to 2017, becoming their captain during their climb to Serie A.

Giani never managed a single top flight game during his career, but had 181 in Serie B with five goals and four assists, plus over 200 in Serie C.

He had caps for Italy at Under-18 and Under-19 level.

Inter and Cremonese are among the clubs who expressed their condolences to his family, but SPAL went bankrupt in August 2025.

Udinese have officially signed Branimir Mlacic from Hajduk Split for a reported fee of €4.5m, just days after he had been on the verge of a move to Inter.

The central defender had been in advanced negotiations with Inter and the two clubs had shaken hands on an agreement last week.

However, he changed his agent and that transformed the situation, as suddenly they could not work out personal terms.

Udinese swoop for Inter target Mlacic

Instead, Mlacic is coming to Serie A for Udinese instead, as on deadline day the deal was completed for a rumoured €4.5m.

The tall teenager turns 19 next month and has put pen to paper on a contract at the Bluenergy Stadium in Udine until June 2031.

He has one cap for Croatia at Under-21 level and came up through the Hajduk Split youth academy.

Mlacic was also linked with a possible transfer to Como or Newcastle United before he put pen to paper for the Friulani.

The winter transfer window in Serie A is over, and Football Italia takes a look at all the deals completed over the last month.

Click here to find out every completed transfer on the January deadline day

Atalanta

In: Raspadori (Atletico Madrid).
Out: Brescianini (Fiorentina), Maldini (Lazio), Lookman (Atletico Madrid).

Bologna

In: Helland (Brann), Sohm (Fiorentina), Joao Mario (Juventus), Badori (Berekum Chelsea)
Out: Fabbian (Fiorentina), Sulemana (Cagliari), Immobile (Paris Fc), Holm (Juventus).

Cagliari

In: Sherri (Frosinone), Sulemana (Bologna), Dossena (Como), Albarracin (Boston River), Raterink (De Graafschap), Mawassa (Nantes).
Out: Radunovic (Spezia), Rog (end of contract), Cavuoti (Bari), Di Pardo (Sampdoria), Prati (Torino), Luperto (Cremonese).

Como

In: Tornqvist (Mjallby), Lahdo (Hammarby)
Out: Verdi (Sudtirol), Sala (Avellino), Dossena (Cagliari), Posch (Mainz).

Cremonese

Int: Djuric (Parma), Maleh (Lecce), Thorsby (Genoa), Luperto (Cagliari), Bagordo (Empoli).
Out: Sernicola (Spezia), Valoti (Spezia), Vazquez (Belgrano), Sarmiento (Middlesbrough), Johnsen (Palermo).

Fiorentina

In: Solomon (Tottenham), Brescianini (Atalanta), Harrison (Leeds), Fabbian (Bologna), Rugani (Juventus).
Out: Infantino (Argentinos Juniors), Martinelli (Sampdoria), Pablo Marì (Al-Hilal), Dzeko (Schalke 04), Sohm ( Bologna), Richardson (Copenaghen), Nicolussi Caviglia (Parma).

Genoa

In: Bijlow (Feyenoord), Zatterstrom (Sheffield United), Baldanzi (Roma), Amorim (Alverca).
Out: Carboni (Racing), Venturino (Roma), Fini (Frosinone), Stanciu (end of contract), Gronbaek (end of loan).

Inter

In: Jakirovic (Dinamo Zagreb), Massolin (Modena).
Out: Palacios (Estudiantes).

Juventus

In: Boga (Nice), Holm (Bologna), Licina (Bayern Monaco).
Out: Rouhi (Carrarese), Joao Mario (Bologna), Rugani (Fiorentina), Pedro Felipe (Sassuolo).

Lazio

In: Ratkov (Salzburg), Taylor (Ajax), Motta (Reggiana), Maldini (Lazio), Przyborek (Pogon).
Out: Castellanos (West Ham), Guendouzi (Fenerbahce), Mandas (Bournemouth), Vecino (Celta Vigo)

Lecce

In: Gandelman (Gent), Fofana (Grazer), Ngom (Estrela Amadora), Cheddira (Sassuolo).
Out: Rafia (Esperance Tunisi), Guilbert (end of contract), Kaba (Nantes), Maleh (Cremonese), Morente (end of contract).

Milan

In: Fullkrug (West Ham).

Out: –

Napoli

In: Giovane (Verona), Alisson Santos (Sporting CP).
Out: Lucca (Nottingham Forest), Lang (Galatasaray), Marianucci (Torino), Ambrosino (Modena).

Parma

In: Scarlato (River Plate), F. Carboni (Empoli), Nicolussi Caviglia (Fiorentina), Elphege (Grenoble), Strefezza (Olympiakos)
Out: Hernani (Monza), Lovik (Trabzonspor), Begic (Sampdoria), Guaita (end of contract), Djuric (Cremonese), Cutrone (Monza).

Pisa

Im: Durosinmi (Viktoria Plzen), Bozhinov (Antwerp), Loyola (Independiente), Stojilkovic (Cracow), Iling Junior (Aston Villa).
Out: Esteves (Bari), Bonfanti (Spezia), Nzola (Sassuolo), Lusuardi (Reggiana), Buffon (Pontedera).

Roma

In: Robinio Vaz (Marseille), Malen (Aston Villa), Venturino (Genoa), Zaragoza (Bayern Monaco).
Out: Bove (Watford), Bailey (Aston Villa), Baldanzi (Genoa).

Sassuolo

In: Nzola (Pisa), Garcia (Marseille), Pedro Felipe (Juventus), Bakola (Marseille).
Out: Cheddira (Lecce), Pierini (Sampdoria)

Torino

In: Obrador (Benfica), Prati (Cagliari), Marianucci (Napoli), Kulenovic (Dinamo Zagreb), Ewurum (Valletta FC), Ebosse (Udinese), Nascimento (Sporting CP).
Out: Asllani (Besiktas), Ngonge (Espanyol).

Udinese

In: Arizala (Independiente Medellín), Mlacic (Hajduk Split)
Out: Palma (Sampdoria), Iker Bravo (Las Palmas), Lovric (Verona), Ebosse (Torino), Rui Modesto (Palermo), Goglichidze (Watford).

Verona

In: Isaac (Atletico Mineiro), Arthur Borghi (Corinthians), Lirola (Marsiglia), Lovric (Udinese), Bowie (Hibernian), Edmundsson (Wisla Plock).
Out: Giovane (Napoli), Kastanos (Aris Limassol).

Article under update

The January transfer window in Serie A is closed, and Football Italia lists all the completed transfers on deadline day.

Click here to find out every deal completed in Serie A the January transfer window.

The winter transfer window for Serie A clubs shut today at 20:00 CET (19:00 GMT). As usual, it was a hectic day during which many Serie A clubs confirmed purchases and departures.

See how it unfolded on the liveblog.

Juventus confirmed Emil Holm’s initial loan move from Bologna, while Joao Mario joined the Rossoblu on a temporary transfer until the end of the season.

Juventus have also sent Daniele Rugani from Fiorentina on loan with an option to buy.

Roma welcomed their third attacking reinforcement in Bryan Zaragoza on loan with an option to buy from Bayern Munich. The Giallorossi had previously welcomed Donyell Malen from Aston Villa and Robinio Vaz from Olympique Marseille.

Napoli announced Brazilian winger Alisson Santos from Sporting CP.

Parma have also received attacking reinforcement with ex-Como winger Gabriel Strefezza, while Atalanta parted ways with Ademola Lookman, sending the Nigeria international to Atletico Madrid on a permanent €40m transfer.

Below are all the major transfers completed by Serie A clubs on deadline day.

2026 winter transfer window: Serie A deals completed on deadline day

Enzo Ebosse from Udinese to Torino via Verona (loan)

Alphadjo Cissè From Milan to Catanzaro via Verona (loan)

Tommaso Corazza from Bologna to Cesena (loan)

Nicola Pintus from Cagliari to Cosenza (loan)

Giuseppe Ambrosino from Napoli to Modena (loan)

Andrias Edmundsson to Verona from Wisla Plock (permanent €2.5m)

Mateus Lusuardi from Pisa to Reggiana (loan)

Laurs Skjellerup from Sassuolo to Spezia (loan)

Felipe Jack from Como to Catanzaro (loan)

Emil Holm to Juventus from Bologna (loan with €15m option to buy)

Joao Mario to Bologna from Juventus (loan)

Louis Buffon from Pisa to Pontedera (loan)

Leonardo Buta from Udinese to Rio Ave (loan)

Morten Thorsby to Cremonese from Genoa (permanent €2.5m )

Daniele Rugani to Fiorentina from Juventus (loan with option to buy for €2m)

Dennis Johnsen from Cremonese to Palermo (permanent €3m)

Gabriel Strefezza to Parma from Olympiacos (loan with option to buy)

Bryan Zaragoza to Roma from Bayern Munich (loan with option to buy)

Ulisses Garcia to Sassuolo from Marseille (loan with option to buy)

Alisson Santos to Napoli from Sporting CP (loan with option to buy)

Pedro Felipe to Sassuolo from Juventus NextGen (loan)

Ademola Lookman from Atalanta to Atletico Madrid (permanent €40m)

Branimir Mlacic to Udinese from Hajduk Split (permanent €4.5m)

Samuel Iling Junior to Pisa from Aston Villa (loan)

Darryl Bakola to Sassuolo from Marseille (permanent €10m)

Sebastiano Luperto to Cremonese from Cagliari (permanent €4.6m)

Alberto Cerri from Como to Cesena (undefined)

Nicholas Pierini from Sassuolo to Sampdoria (loan)

Adrian Lahdo to Como from Hammarby (permanent €18m)

Yanis Massolin to Inter from Modena (permanent €8m, then back to Modena on loan)

Rui Modesto from Udinese to Palermo (loan)

Saba Goglichidze from Udinese to Watford (loan)

Tete Morente end of Lecce contract

Matias Vecino from Lazio to Celta Vigo (permanent)

Article under update

Inter have officially purchased midfielder Yanis Massolin for a reported fee of €8m including add-ons, but he will remain on loan at Modena for the rest of the season.

The announcement was made on deadline day in the January transfer window, although the agreement had been reached some days ago.

The 23-year-old creative midfielder can also play out wide on the right of attack.

Inter secure Massolin for their future

It is a big investment for the Nerazzurri, who see him as the future of their midfield with players like Hakan Calhanoglu and Henrikh Mkhitaryan getting older.

Massolin has French and Martinique citizenship, with experiences already in Switzerland, France and Belgium before Modena bought him for €700,000 in July 2025.

He made 15 competitive appearances this season between Serie A and the Coppa Italia, scoring one goal and providing two assists.

It is reported the formal fee for Inter is €3.5m, but with various performance-related bonuses it can rise to €8m.

His contract runs to June 2030.

Agent Giuseppe Riso confirms Nottingham Forest and ‘Lazio made an approach’ for Inter midfielder Davide Frattesi, but ‘Liverpool wouldn’t let Curtis Jones go’ and blocked his exit.

The Italy international had been seemingly on the verge of leaving San Siro in the January transfer window after struggling to get regular playing time.

Nottingham Forest were very close, and Lazio also showed last-minute interest in a loan on deadline day, but it looks as if Frattesi is going nowhere.

Frattesi future depended on Jones to Inter

“There was an approach from Lazio, but then Liverpool wouldn’t let Jones go, so at the end of the day it all ground to a halt,” confessed agent Riso on Sky Sport Italia.

“Frattesi won’t go to Nottingham Forest either. Inter don’t want to be deprived of his experience at this moment and did not want to go any further in talks.”

It has been reported that Jones would’ve been the replacement for Frattesi at Inter, but that he could only have moved if first extending his Liverpool contract.

That would’ve allowed him to go out on loan with an option to buy at the end of the season, but Jones refused to sign the new deal.

His current contract at Anfield only runs to June 2027.

Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero released a video message thanking everyone for their ‘affection’ after he was hit by a firework thrown by Inter fans. ‘I feel relieved, as it could’ve been a lot worse.’

The incident happened during last night’s 2-0 home defeat at the Stadio Giovanni Zini, when the object was thrown from the section behind the goal containing the away supporters.

Although the firework exploded right next to the goalkeeper, leaving a visible cut and burn mark on his leg, he was able to continue the match.

Audero wanted to send a video message via the Cremonese official social media channels this afternoon.

Audero recognises he was lucky not to get badly hurt

“Hello everyone, this is simply a message to thank everyone who wrote to me to ask how I was. I’m fine, although I had a strong pain in my ear and a burning sensation in my knee,” explained the shot-stopper.

“I managed to train today and feel relieved, because having seen the footage, it could’ve really been a lot worse. I’m glad that it went well, despite it all.

“Unfortunately, these things still happen, but I hope they will stop in future. I thank all those who wrote to me and send a hug.”

Grazie per il vostro affetto pic.twitter.com/KmhKSa23VI

— U.S. Cremonese (@USCremonese) February 2, 2026

The Inter fan who threw the firework has been identified, because it’s reported he tried to throw another a few minutes later, only for it to explode in his hand and badly damage three fingers.

“İnter”in prezidenti Cüzeppe Marotta Denzel Dumfrisin “Liverpul”a mümkün keçidi ilə bağlı yayılan məlumatlara münasibət bildirib.

Komanda.az xarici KİV-ə istinadən xəbər verir ki, klub rəhbəri bu iddiaları qəti şəkildə təkzib edib:

“Bəzi telefon zəngləri var ki, qəfil edilir və etik sərhədləri aşaraq vəziyyəti yalnız daha da gərginləşdirir. Heç bir ehtimal yoxdur. Dumfris bizimlə qalacaq, “İnter”də”.

Niderlandlı müdafiəçi 2021-ci ildən “İnter”in formasını geyinir. O, cari mövsümdə bütün turnirlər daxil olmaqla 15 oyunda meydana çıxıb və 3 qol vurub.

29 yaşlı futbolçunun Milan klubu ilə müqaviləsinin müddəti 2028-ci ilin yayına qədərdir.

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Recent reports claim that Inter have rejected a last-minute deadline day approach from Lazio for Italy international midfielder Davide Frattesi. 

Inter reject Lazio offer for Frattesi

With just a few hours of the January transfer window remaining, there have been reports that Lazio are attempting to lure the Roman-born Frattesi back to the capital. The Nerazzurri midfielder was previously on Lazio’s books as a youngster before switching to join Roma’s academy in 2014. 

According to reports from Gianluca Di Marzio and various others, Inter have rejected an offer totalling €30m from Lazio for Frattesi on Monday. 

The Biancocelesti were reportedly seeking a loan deal with a conditional obligation to buy. Inter, however, are maintaining their stance that Frattesi is not for sale in January. 

Still, the former Sassuolo midfielder has not been short of suitors this month. There had been reports that Premier League side Nottingham Forest, but that move has since fallen through as the Nerazzurri have been unable to secure a deal for a suitable replacement.

Inter captain Lautaro Martinez sent a public apology on behalf of the club to Emil Audero, who was struck by a firework during Sunday’s Serie A match between the Nerazzurri and Cremonese. 

Inter picked up a 2-0 win thanks to goals from Lautaro and Piotr Zielinski, but the game was temporarily halted five minutes into the second half in concerning scenes at the Stadio Zini. 

In the 50th minute, a firework was thrown onto the pitch from the area of the stadium containing the travelling Inter supporters. The firework landed on the pitch and exploded right next to Audero, who was later seen with a cut and burn mark around his knee. 

The Cremonese goalkeeper was cleared to continue and decided to stay on the pitch despite the troubling ordeal.

Lautaro apologises to Audero on behalf of Inter

Inter captain Lautaro was among the first to see to Audero immediately after the firework had exploded, and later went on to express his apologies to his former teammate.

“These things can’t happen,” Lautaro told DAZN after full-time.

“There’s a personal risk. Footballers are human too. We put on a show that’s watched all over the world, so we have to be careful about these things. 

“We apologise to Audero, who was a winner with us when we claimed the second star, and we apologise to all the Cremonese fans. These things must not happen.” 

Lautaro who was awarded the player of the match: “This award will go in my daughter’s room,” he said. “It’s her birthday today. Now I hope to get back to Milan quickly and see her while she’s awake. The award and this shirt are for her.”

January has brought plenty of transfer action in Serie A, but teams now have less than 12 hours remaining to complete any potential business.

When does the Serie A transfer window close? 

The 2026 winter transfer window will close at 19.00 GMT (20.00 CET) on Monday, February 2 in Serie A. 

After that point, teams will no longer be able to register any new signings, but will still be able to sanction player departures to leagues whose transfer windows remain open. 

The Serie A window closes at the same time as most of Europe’s top five leagues. The windows in Serie A, the Premier League, Bundesliga and Ligue 1 all align. 

The LaLiga window is set to close a few hours later at 22.59 GMT (23.59 CET). This is also the same for the Eredivisie. 

The Saudi Pro League window will also close on Monday night. 

The window in Portugal will remain open until Tuesday and the window in Turkey and Greece will remain open until Friday, February 6.

La Gazzetta dello Sport

Inter run away (and thank Audero)

Hit by a firework, the Cremonese goalkeeper stays on the pitch. The hooligan caught: They lost three fingers

Juve say 4 

Bianconeri avalanche: Parma beaten, the run continues

Mateta intrigue, he needs a test on his knee 

Milan bring in the medics 

Corriere dello Sport

Audero shock

Madness: Hit by a firework, miraculously unharmed

Inter risk a fine and a closed Curva

Chivu wins 2-0 in Cremona: Big scare for the goalkeeper

Digos identify the culprit. Marotta: ‘an inane act’. Lautaro: ‘We apologise’. The Argentine with a goal and one from Zielinski push Cristian up to +8 over Milan. 

Juve poker: They’re fourth

Entertaining and a spectacle in Parma (1-4): Icardi offered

Taking Holm from Bologna. Spalletti asks for Mauro. Kolo resists. A unique game at the Tardini: A double from Bremer and goals from McKennie and David. Lucia flying: 30 points from 14 games

Milan and Mateta: Decision hangs in the balance 

Strand Larsen to Crystal Palace: More tests for the Frenchman today. Nkunku puts up a wall

Zaragoza to Roma: Bayern say yes 

Gasp in Udine at 19.45

Left winger, 24 years old, Spanish: Was on loan at Celta Vigo. Mascara could make it a permanent at the end of the season

Here’s Alisson

Di Lorenzo, the cruciate isn’t torn

Napoli: Two bits of news. The Brazilian is coming. Distortion trauma for the captain, consultation today

Lazio, Vecino goes: The idea is Dahl

The Uruguayan goes to Celta. Romagonli risks exclusion

Gilardino sacked: Hjelmberg for Pisa

33-year-old, ex-Palermo

The Swede from Elfsborg takes the team for Friday in Verona, decisive match

Tuttosport 

Juve make a splash 

Four goals against Parma: Bremer opens and later seals it. McKennie gets his sixth of the season, David closes the party. And, the market unblocks 

The starting squad returns, the show starts again, despite the shock-own-goal from Cambiaso. The Brazilian: ‘Spalletti has changed everything’. The Texan: ‘Never scored one like that’. The coach: ‘Thanks, but compliments go to them’. Yildiz alarms: Adductor pain, he asks to be subbed

Boga signed, Holm arriving. Icardi Blitz

The Yildiz vice from Nice. Joao Mario to Bologna 

Talks for Maurito. Gala have high hopes, though: Working on it. The ex-Sassoulo man: ;I’ve dreamt of Juve since I was a kid’. The Swede for the right-hand side. Rugani to Fiorentina

Toro: Adams doesn’t forgive, the fans don’t either

Lecce beaten: Baroni saves himself from Cairo in a half-empty stadium

A few thousand fans come in at rock-bottom prices, there were more visitors. The owner criticised: ‘Felt like an away game’. The Granata: ‘We need to win the crowd back’

Inter flying at +8, Firework at Audero 

Goals from Lautaro and Zielinski

Cremonese beaten, but a projectile from the Nerazzurri end strikes the goalkeeper. Game interrupted, the club now at risk

According to reports, the Inter supporter who threw the firework that struck Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero lost three fingers when throwing a second flare soon after.

Play was temporarily halted at the Stadio Giovanni Zini when a loud explosion was heard and smoke filled the air, as a firework thrown from the away end filled with Inter supporters hit Audero.

He was able to recover and continue the game, despite a small cut and burn mark on his leg.

Inter fans turned on ‘lone wolf’ responsible

When a few minutes later, another loud explosion was heard, this time the firework did not land near any players.

A scuffle erupted inside the away end, where the majority of Inter supporters were furious with this outsider, who they felt was risking the suspension of the match as well as being a genuine danger to the players.

However, La Gazzetta dello Sport and the Corriere della Sera newspapers claim that the person responsible was identified because he turned up at the hospital in Cremona with a hand injury, having damaged three of his own fingers.

He will be arrested and banned from attending stadiums, but it remains to be seen how the authorities will react, potentially banning all Nerazzurri fans from away matches.

President Beppe Marotta tried to get ahead of the situation by publicly condemning the hooligan responsible and apologising to Cremonese.

Nerazzurri President Beppe Marotta has strongly condemned the incident that led to opposition goalkeeper Emil Audero being hit by an exploding firework during Inter’s 2-0 win over Cremonese in Serie A on Sunday afternoon. 

Cristian Chivu’s side picked up the three points thanks to first half goals from Lautaro Martinez and Piotr Zielinski, but the game was not without its controversies.

Five minutes into the second half, a firework was thrown onto the pitch from the area of the stands housing the travelling Nerazzurri supporters. The firework narrowly missed Audero, the only player in the penalty area at the time, and exploded with a loud bang right next to him. 

There was a visible cut and burn mark on Audero’s leg where he had been struck by the sparks. 

Fortunately, the 29-year-old was cleared to continue playing after a few minutes of on-pitch treatment. 

Marotta responds to Audero firework incident

Speaking to Sky Sport Italia after full-time, Inter President Marotta described the incident as a “stupid gesture.” 

He continued: “A situation that I’ve never experienced across so many years of my career. (It was) a sensational gesture in the name of anti-sportsmanship. I know the authorities are doing their investigations. 

“It might be an isolated incident, we are waiting to hear back from the investigations, but we think the same as all the fans. We have a duty to create a culture and to prevent these situations. We condemn this extraordinary incident. 

“We would also like to thank Audero for his professionalism,because as a result, this game was able to be played until the end.” 

Cristian Chivu is impressed with Inter’s ‘maturity’ after a 2-0 victory away to Cremonese and reiterates Davide Frattesi will not join Nottingham Forest.

The Nerazzurri had the result under lock and key by half-time thanks to a Lautaro Martinez free header on Federico Dimarco’s corner, and Piotr Zielinski’s long-range strike that swerved under the bar.

There was a moment when they were afraid the match would have to be suspended, as a firework was thrown from the Inter fans that struck Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero.

Fortunately, he was only shaken, and could finish the game, albeit with a cut and a burn mark on his leg.

Chivu proud of Inter concentration in Cremona

“I saw maturity in understanding the right moments of the match, and the ways of getting to the victory,” Chivu told Sky Sport Italia.

“In terms of dominating the game, we were always in charge, although they didn’t allow us very much. We were a little slow in moving the ball around, because we lacked energy to attack their deep defensive lines, but then we went in front before half-time.

“It was a little more relaxed after the break, as obviously some fatigue set in, but the important thing was to win and we did it.”

Davide Frattesi was given a rare start in midfield, as Nicolò Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu, Denzel Dumfries and Carlos Augusto were out of action.

There had been reports Frattesi was close to joining Nottingham Forest, but President Beppe Marotta assured he has not asked to leave Inter.

“Frattesi is an Inter player and for me he is an important figure in the squad,” added Chivu.

“He has to prove it on the field and in training, because we trust his qualities. We need him in great shape for the final months of the season, so that he can give us that something extra that at times we are missing in some games.”

Inter solidify their status as Serie A leaders, opening up an eight-point lead waiting for second-placed Milan to play against Bologna on Tuesday evening.

Antonio Conte and Luciano Spalletti have been complaining that there are too many games in modern football, so what is Chivu’s take on the situation?

“The decisions I made in the past to rotate reflect what you said. I allowed rest days before big matches and was criticised in the media for that.

“There are many games, it increases the risk of injury, but when we are in that many tournaments, it is a risk we have to accept.

“I do not complain, but what I will say is that I can’t wait for the transfer window to close,” concluded Chivu.

“İnter” yarımmüdafiəçi Körtis Cons üçün “Liverpul”la danışıqları davam etdirir.

Komanda.az “Sky Sport”-a istinadən xəbər verir ki, İtaliya klubu 25 yaşlı futbolçunu sonradan 40 milyon avroya almaq hüququ ilə icarəyə götürməyə hazırdır. Oyunçunun özü də artıq transferə razılıq verib, lakin “Liverpul” hələlik keçidi təsdiqləməyib. Transfer baş tutarsa, “İnter”in “Nottingem Forest”in futbolçu Davide Frattesi üçün təklifini qəbul etməsi ehtimalı yüksəkdir.

Cons bu mövsüm bütün yarışlarda 30 oyuna çıxıb və 1 məhsuldar ötürmə edib.

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Inter had Piotr Zielinski, Lautaro Martinez and Federico Dimarco to thank after a 2-0 victory away against Cremonese in Serie A on Sunday afternoon. Check out the player ratings below! 

First-half goals from Lautaro and Zielinski sent Cristian Chivu’s side on their way to their ninth league victory from their last 10 outings. The hosts, meanwhile, are tumbling down the Serie A table and now sit just six points above the drop zone after 23 matches. 

You can see how the action from today’s game unfolded on the Football Italia Liveblog.

Cremonese 0-2 Inter: Player ratings!

Cremoense: Auudero 5; Terracciano 6, Baschirotto 5, Folino 6; Pezzella 6, Maleh 5.5 (Jonsen n/a), Grassi 5 (Mussolini 6), Zerbin, Ceccerhini 5.5 (Faye 6), Bonazzoli 5.5 (Djuric 6), Vardy 5.5. 

Best Cremonese player: Zerbin 6 – One of Cremonese’s stronger performers on the day. Nicola’s side often looked to him to spring their counter attacks, and he came close to halving the deficit when he struck the crossbar after a free-kick in the 84th minute. 

Coach: Davide Nicola 5 – Now up to nine matches without a win for the newly-promoted side, who are tumbling down the Serie A table after a strong start to the 2025-26 season. Inter dominated today, which was to be expected, but other than the occasional counter attack through Zerbin and Vardy, there didn’t seem to be much of a plan to stop or hurt the Nerazzurri. 

Inter: Sommer 6; Bisseck 6, Akanji 6, Bastoni 6.5; L.Henrique 6 (Darmiain 6), Frattesi 6 (Mkhitaryan 5.5), Zielinski 7, Sucic 6.5 (Diouf 6); Dimarco 7; Lautaro 7 (Bonny 6), Esposito 6 (Thuram 6).

Best Inter player: Zielinski 7 – It was a strong performance from the Poland international, even before he rifled Inter into a 2-0 lead with a beauty from outside the area – Audero still should have done better. Zielinski dictated the game from the base of the Inter midfield, was slick in his passing, knew when to carry it out and will surely give Cristian Chivu something to think about once Calhanoglu returns from injury. 

Coach: Cristian Chivu 7 – Domination from the Nerazzurri, who finished tonight’s game with 69% of the possession and 15 shots on goal. Chivu will be particularly pleased with his side’s first-half performance: Going in for the interval leading 2-0 away from home meant that it was effectively an exercise in keeping a clean sheet for the second 45. 11 matches unbeaten in Serie A, and 10 victories earned over that period. 28 points from their last 10 games.

Inter comfortably swept Cremonese aside 2-0 with Lautaro Martinez and Piotr Zielinski goals, but there was a scare when Emil Audero was struck by a firework.

The Nerazzurri beat Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in Germany on Wednesday, though it was not enough to avoid the Champions League play-offs. Carlos Augusto joined Nicolò Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu and Denzel Dumfries on the treatment table. The hosts managed just three draws in eight games, failing to score for the last three in a row. Tommaso Barbieri was suspended, with Martin Payero, Antonio Sanabria, Warren Bondo, Faris Moumbagna and Michele Collocolo injured, so Youssef Maleh was thrown straight into the starting XI.

See how it all unfolded on the Liveblog.

Petar Sucic fired just over and Lautaro Martinez turned wide from distance after Cremonese struggled playing out from the back, but Inter broke the deadlock when Lautaro Martinez was allowed a surprisingly free header from six yards on Federico Dimarco’s corner. It was his 128^th Serie A goal for Inter and he celebrated with a message for his daughter’s birthday.

Federico Ceccherini drilled wide from a Cremonese corner moments later, while Yann Sommer had to sprint out to clear from Federico Bonazzoli after a heavy touch ruined the counter-attack.

Davide Frattesi at full stretch couldn’t keep the finish down on another Dimarco cross, but Piotr Zielinski doubled Inter’s lead with a long-range strike that swerved mid-air to surprise the not impeccable Audero under the bar.

Bonazzoli tried to repeat the trick at the other end and stung Sommer’s gloves with another swerving effort.

There was a horrible incident on 50 minutes when a firework was thrown into the penalty area and exploded right next to Cremonese goalkeeper Audero. He had a burn mark on his leg and was evidently shaken, but was able to continue after a few minutes.

Alessio Zerbin tested Sommer with an angled drive, while Marcus Thuram’s header turned an Alessandro Bastoni cross wide.

New signing Milan Djuric made his Cremonese debut, but couldn’t quite get his head to the Giuseppe Pezzella cross.

The hosts were unlucky not to break their goal drought in the final minutes when a free kick was cleared to the edge of the box for Alessio Zerbin’s first-time strike off the outside of the right boot, which thumped the base of the upright. A mad scramble followed, culminating in Sommer smothering at Jamie Vardy’s feet.

Cremonese 0-2 Inter

Lautaro Martinez 16 (I), Zielinski 31 (I)

01-02-2026 17:00

MatchDay 23

Stadio Giovanni Zini

Cremonese

Inter

0 - 2

Player statistic

1st half

		16'		Lautaro Martínez (Assist: Federico Dimarco)
		31'		Piotr Zielinski (Assist: Luis Henrique)

2nd half

Federico Ceccherini		54'
Federico Baschirotto		73'
Jamie Vardy		86'

Match statistic

31

Possession %

69

9

Total shots

15

3

Shots on target

4

3

Shots off target

5

3

Blocked shots

6

1

Corners

6

1

Offsides

1

19

Fouls

14

Cremonese

Inter

Starting lineups

1

Emil Audero

Goalkeeper

6

Federico Baschirotto

Defender

23

Federico Ceccherini

Defender

67'

55

Francesco Folino

Defender

3

Giuseppe Pezzella

Defender

33

Alberto Grassi

Midfielder

75'

24

Filippo Terracciano

Midfielder

29

Youssef Maleh

Midfielder

90'

7

Alessio Zerbin

Attacker

90

Federico Bonazzoli

Attacker

67'

10

Jamie Vardy

Attacker

1

Yann Sommer

Goalkeeper

95

Alessandro Bastoni

Defender

32

Federico Dimarco

Defender

25

Manuel Akanji

Defender

8

Petar Sucic

Defender

82'

31

Yann Bisseck

Defender

16

Davide Frattesi

Midfielder

60'

7

Piotr Zielinski

Midfielder

94

Pio Esposito

Attacker

60'

10

Lautaro Martínez

Attacker

74'

11

Luis Henrique

Attacker

60'

Substitutes

69

Lapo Nava

Goalkeeper

16

Marco Silvestri

Goalkeeper

15

Matteo Bianchetti

Defender

9

Milan Djuric

Attacker

67'

30

Mika Faye

Defender

67'

22

Romano Floriani Mussolini

Defender

75'

11

Dennis Johnsen

Attacker

90'

15

Francesco Acerbi

Defender

6

Stefan de Vrij

Defender

13

Josep Martínez

Goalkeeper

41

Issiaka Kamate

Midfielder

12

Raffaele Di Gennaro

Goalkeeper

43

Matteo Cocchi

Defender

45

Leonardo Bovo

Midfielder

22

Henrikh Mkhitaryan

Midfielder

60'

36

Matteo Darmian

Defender

60'

9

Marcus Thuram

Attacker

60'

14

Ange-Yoan Bonny

Defender

74'

17

Andy Diouf

Attacker

82'

Inter are facing a huge fine after Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero was struck by a firework that exploded next to him during this evening’s Serie A game.

The incident occurred at the 50^th minute at the Stadio Giovanni Zini, when Audero was the only player inside the penalty area.

Cremonese goalkeeper struck by flare thrown by Inter fans

Petardo scoppiato accanto a Audero che si accascia al suolo#CremoneseInter pic.twitter.com/Moh66T5gf4

— Tancredi Palmeri (@tancredipalmeri) February 1, 2026

The flare was thrown from the end containing travelling Inter supporters and exploded with a loud bang right next to the goalkeeper.

He was understandably shaken, but able to continue after a few minutes of treatment.

There was a visible small cut and burn mark on Audero’s leg, where the explosion struck him.

Inter players and coach Cristian Chivu rushed over to warn their supporters not to throw any more objects onto the pitch.

It could’ve been considerably worse, but Audero was able to carry on the match, with his team 2-0 down.

The Serie A match between Cremonese and Inter temporarily stopped after a firecracker thrown from the away fans section exploded near goalkeeper Emil Audero. After receiving medical attention and being deemed okay, the match has resumed. pic.twitter.com/T1TRdcReYH

— CBS Sports Golazo (@CBSSportsGolazo) February 1, 2026

Lautaro Martinez and Piotr Zielinski had scored the goals in the first half to put the Nerazzurri in front.

Inter can now expect at the very least a hefty fine, and possibly limitations on their fans attending away matches.

Inter President Beppe Marotta confirms Davide Frattesi will not join Nottingham Forest, Liverpool did call for Denzel Dumfries, but there ‘weren’t the right conditions’ for Moussa Diaby or Ivan Perisic.

The visit to Cremonese kicks off at the Stadio Giovanni Zini at 17.00 GMT (18.00 CET).

You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens from today’s Serie A games on the Liveblog.

Frattesi gets a rare start, despite the rumours he could be on the verge of a potential move to Nottingham Forest before the transfer deadline.

“As we have always said, we don’t want to hold back any player who wants to go elsewhere. Frattesi has never expressed the desire to leave, of course everyone wants more playing time, but he will have the chance during the season to show what he can do,” Marotta told Sky Sport Italia.

Carlos Augusto has joined the absentee list along with Nicolò Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu and Denzel Dumfries.

Marotta outlines Inter transfer strategy

The transfer window is open for just over another 24 hours and Inter had been in talks to secure Moussa Diaby from Al-Ittihad, on loan with an option to buy becoming an obligation in certain conditions.

“We went into this transfer window without a sense of anxiety or with the desperate need to fill any gaps. Dumfries had surgery, and we were therefore looking for an opportunity in that area of the squad, but it had to be advantageous, and we couldn’t find anyone to fit the bill,” explained Marotta.

“With regards to Diaby, we had made an approach, but the right conditions did not appear, so we don’t predict any other transfer negotiations.”

There were reports that Liverpool had made an approach for Dumfries in the January transfer window as well.

“Liverpool made a phone call just to ask about the Dumfries situation, but there is absolutely nothing more than that. These are unplanned calls that do nothing other than destabilise a situation. He is staying with us.”

Perisic was also linked with a potential return to Serie A and specifically San Siro from PSV Eindhoven.

“Perisic is fond of Inter, as he had some great seasons here. We interpreted that as his desire to end a very long season with us, but there aren’t the right conditions. So albeit appreciating his quality and professionalism, there was nothing more concrete than a couple of phone calls,” concluded Marotta.

The Nerazzurri are top of the Serie A table and beat Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in Germany on Wednesday, even if that was not enough for them to avoid the Champions League play-offs.

They will be up against Bodo/Glimt, who have already caused some upsets on home turf, famously beating Manchester City.

“Nothing can be taken for granted and they have some very difficult climactic conditions in home games, including that artificial pitch.”

The Inter injury list keeps growing, but Lautaro Martinez partners Francesco Pio Esposito with Davide Frattesi in midfield against Jamie Vardy’s unpredictable Cremonese.

It kicks off at the Stadio Giovanni Zini at 17.00 GMT (18.00 CET).

You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens from today’s Serie A games on the Liveblog.

The Nerazzurri are flying away at the top of the Serie A table and had their confidence boosted by a midweek 2-0 victory away to Borussia Dortmund, even if it wasn’t enough to avoid the Champions League play-offs.

However, the injury list is growing, now missing Nicolò Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu, Denzel Dumfries and also Carlos Augusto.

Lautaro Martinez and Alessandro Bastoni were rested in the Champions League midweek, so return to the starting XI with Pio Esposito.

Sucic and Piotr Zielinski form the midfield with Frattesi, while despite rumours of a potential exit, Luis Henrique also starts.

Cremonese made their name as giant-killers this season with victories over Milan and Bologna, holding Como, Atalanta and Lazio to draws.

Their form has taken a dip in recent weeks, managing just three stalemates in their last eight games, not scoring for three on the bounce.

Tommaso Barbieri is suspended, with Martin Payero, Antonio Sanabria, Warren Bondo, Faris Moumbagna and Michele Collocolo injured.

New signings Milan Djuric and Youssef Maleh are thrown straight onto the bench.

Veteran Vardy leads the way with Federico Bonazzoli, while Alessio Zerbin moves into a midfield role.

Cremonese vs. Inter line-ups

Cremonese: Audero; Terracciano, Baschirotto, Folino; Pezzella, Maleh, Zerbin, Grassi, Ceccherini; Bonazzoli, Vardy

Inter: Sommer; Bisseck, Akanji, Bastoni; Luis Henrique, Frattesi, Sucic, Zielinski, Dimarco; Pio Esposito, Lautaro Martinez

01-02-2026 17:00

MatchDay 23

Stadio Giovanni Zini

Cremonese

Inter

0 - 2

Player statistic

1st half

		16'		Lautaro Martínez (Assist: Federico Dimarco)
		31'		Piotr Zielinski (Assist: Luis Henrique)

2nd half

Federico Ceccherini		54'
Federico Baschirotto		73'
Jamie Vardy		86'

Match statistic

31

Possession %

69

9

Total shots

15

3

Shots on target

4

3

Shots off target

5

3

Blocked shots

6

1

Corners

6

1

Offsides

1

19

Fouls

14

Cremonese

Inter

Starting lineups

1

Emil Audero

Goalkeeper

6

Federico Baschirotto

Defender

23

Federico Ceccherini

Defender

67'

55

Francesco Folino

Defender

3

Giuseppe Pezzella

Defender

33

Alberto Grassi

Midfielder

75'

24

Filippo Terracciano

Midfielder

29

Youssef Maleh

Midfielder

90'

7

Alessio Zerbin

Attacker

90

Federico Bonazzoli

Attacker

67'

10

Jamie Vardy

Attacker

1

Yann Sommer

Goalkeeper

95

Alessandro Bastoni

Defender

32

Federico Dimarco

Defender

25

Manuel Akanji

Defender

8

Petar Sucic

Defender

82'

31

Yann Bisseck

Defender

16

Davide Frattesi

Midfielder

60'

7

Piotr Zielinski

Midfielder

94

Pio Esposito

Attacker

60'

10

Lautaro Martínez

Attacker

74'

11

Luis Henrique

Attacker

60'

Substitutes

69

Lapo Nava

Goalkeeper

16

Marco Silvestri

Goalkeeper

15

Matteo Bianchetti

Defender

9

Milan Djuric

Attacker

67'

30

Mika Faye

Defender

67'

22

Romano Floriani Mussolini

Defender

75'

11

Dennis Johnsen

Attacker

90'

15

Francesco Acerbi

Defender

6

Stefan de Vrij

Defender

13

Josep Martínez

Goalkeeper

41

Issiaka Kamate

Midfielder

12

Raffaele Di Gennaro

Goalkeeper

43

Matteo Cocchi

Defender

45

Leonardo Bovo

Midfielder

22

Henrikh Mkhitaryan

Midfielder

60'

36

Matteo Darmian

Defender

60'

9

Marcus Thuram

Attacker

60'

14

Ange-Yoan Bonny

Defender

74'

17

Andy Diouf

Attacker

82'

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Multiple sources claim that Inter have not given up on Moussa Diaby, sending a new offer to sign the France international on loan with an obligation to buy from Al-Ittihad.

Sky Sport Italia and Gazzetta dello Sport report that Inter are still pushing to sign French winger Diaby from Al-Ittihad despite having had an offer rejected on Saturday.

New Inter offer to sign Diaby

Both Italian sources report that Inter still hope to sign Diaby, who wants to move to San Siro this month.

Therefore, the Nerazzurri have sent a new offer to sign the Frenchman on loan with an obligation to buy tied to certain conditions.

According to Sky Sport, Inter’s obligation to buy would be set at €28m rather than €35m.

The Italian broadcasters report that Inter are increasingly confident of reaching an agreement with Al-Ittihad, while the Saudi Pro League giants will answer the Nerazzurri’s proposal in the coming hours.

Inter have little time to finalise the deal as the winter transfer window for Serie A clubs shuts on February 2 at 20:00 CET.

Francesco Pio Esposito and Lautaro Martinez are expected to lead the Inter attack in an away Serie A game against Jamie Vardy’s Cremonese.

It kicks off at 18:00 CET (17:00 GMT) at the Stadio Zini in Cremona.

The Nerazzurri are the Serie A table leaders, but have travelled to Cremona without three regular starters: Denzel Dumfries, Hakan Calhanoglu and Nicolò Barella. Carlos Augusto is also unavailable for the travelling side.

Tommaso Barbieri is suspended for Cremonese, while David Okereke, Antonio Sanabria, Faris Moumbagna, Warrne Bondo, Michele Collocolo and Martin Payero are injured.

As reported by several Italian sources, including Gazzetta, Sky, and Tuttosport, French striker Thuram is expected to rest, making room for Pio Esposito in the Inter attack.

Nottingham Forest target Davide Frattesi is available, but won’t feature in Inter’s XI as Petar Sucic, Piotr Zielinski and Henrik Mkhitaryan will get the nod in the middle of the park.

Cremonese will look to Vardy and Federico Bonazzoli up front. January signing Youssef Maleh will start in central midfield for the Grigiorossi, who are winless in 2026 and haven’t scored in their last three league games.

Cremonese vs. Inter – where to watch on TV

The match will be broadcast live on DAZN and TalkSport YouTube in the UK and Ireland and on Paramount+ in the USA. Football Italia will provide live updates via a liveblog.

Cremonese vs. Inter – probable line-ups

Cremonese (3-5-2): Audero; Terracciano, Baschirotto, Bianchetti; Zerbin, Grassi, Vandeputte, Maleh, Pezzella; Bonazzoli, Vardy.

Inter (3-5-2): Sommer; Bisseck, Akanji, Bastoni; Luis Henrique, Sucic, Zielinski, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Esposito, Lautaro Martinez.

La Gazzetta dello Sport

Inter double assault

Diaby gift and Cremonese trap

Chivu waits for the winger and launches Pio and Lautaro at 18:00

Maxi Milan

Maignan signs for life, Mateta against the clock

The goalkeeper stays for five more years: ‘Nice one, we made it.’ Nkunku will stay even if a centre-forward arrives. Palace’s green light is missing.

Boga goes to Juve

Loan from OGC Nice. Spalletti challenges Parma at 20:45.

Vergara, Magic Napoli, Shock Di Lorenzo

Toro deals: Marianucci and Kulenovic

Another Roma coup: Zaragoza, the kings of dribbles

Corriere dello Sport

Napoli against everything

Fiorentina beaten (2-1). Suspect ligament lesion for Di Lorenzo

Team halved, but Conte hits back after Champions League exit: he’s third. Vergara and Gutierrez score. Viola get back into the game with Solomon. Knee injury for the captain. DeLa signs the Brazilian Alisson Santos.

Frattesi-Jones ongoing

Forest push to have Davide, Marotta’s club waits for the green light for the Reds’ midfielder. Curtis can only arrive on loan if he renews.

Inter push

Cremonese at 18:00, Ausilio looking for an agreement with Nottingham and Liverpool.

Milan and Maignan until 2031

Roma breakthrough: Zaragoza emerges

Lazio, it all collapses. Romagnoli stays

Parma at 20:45, the Frenchman wants to return to Turin

Kolo Muani, Juventus’ special ally

Tuttosport

Lecce at 12:30, Maratona’s strike, Baroni’s bench at stake

Toro, the day of judgments

Yildiz waits for Kolo

The Turkishman in Parma (20:45) to take the real Juve by the end as they wait for the French striker.

Agreement with PSG: but Frank has yet to be convinced for Kolo Muani. Spalletti relaunches Kenan with Locatelli and David at the Tardini, but also thinks of Galatasaray: ‘Osimhen and Icardi have the No.9 in their blood.’ Holm’s intrigue with Bologna and Napoli and the youngster Licina emerges from Bayern.

Milan, Maignan 2031, sprint Mateta

The goalkeeper’s renewal is official. Palace want a replacement before giving the striker away. Defence: all on Disasi, contact with Chelsea today.

Inter, Nicola and reinforcements, Chivu can’t wait

No mistakes allowed in the match at 18:00 against Cremonese. Still hope for Perisic. Jones arrives if he renews with Liverpool. Frattesi waits.

Lookman, Atalanta open to Atletico

The Spanish side has an agreement with La Dea, the Nigerian (not called up for Como) will say yes if he finds an economic agreement.

Vergara jewel, but Di Lorenzo gets injured. Conte against everyone.

“Real”ın və Almaniya millisinin sabiq futbolçusu Toni Kroos “İnter”lə bağlı proqnoz verib.

Milan təmsilçisi UEFA Çempionlar Liqasında birbaşa 1/8 finala yüksələ bilməyib və ümumi mərhələnin nəticələrinə görə, turnir cədvəlinin 10-cu pilləsində qərarlaşıb. Kristian Kivunun komandası pley-offda Norveçin “Bodo-Qlimt” klubu ilə qarşılaşacaq.

Komanda.az xarici KİV-ə istinadən xəbər verir ki, Kroos, “İnter”in 1/8 finala yüksələ biləcəyini düşünsə də, bu mövsüm Çempionlar Liqasını qazanmayacağını deyib.

“İnter”in “Bodo-Qlimt”lə oyunları fevralın 18-də və 24-də olacaq. A Seriyası təmsilçisi əvvəlki mövsümdə finala qədər irəliləmiş, orada PSJ-yə 0:5 hesabı ilə uduzmuşdu.

Kroos karyerasını 2024-cü ildə başa vurub.

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İtaliyanın “İnter” klubunun albaniyalı dayaq yarımmüdafiəçisi Kristyan Asllani bundan sonra “Beşiktaş”ın uğurları üçün çalışacaq.

Arena.az bu barədə Türkiyə klubunun rəsmi saytına istinadən xəbər verir.

“Beşiktaş” 23 yaşlı futbolçunu 2025/2026-cı illər mövsümünün sonunadək satınalma şərti ilə icarəyə götürüb.

Xatırladaq ki, Asllani cari mövsümün ilk dövrəsini “Torino”da icarədə keçirib. Turinlilər bir mövsümlük icarə üçün “İnter”ə 1,5 milyon avro ödəmişdilər. Transfer hüquqları alınacağı halda, Asllani 2029-cu ilin 30 iyununadək “Torino”da çıxış etməliydi. Lakin Turin klubu bunu dəyərləndirməyib və futbolçu sözügedən komandanı erkən tərk edib. Asllani “Torino”da 16 oyun keçirsə də, fərqlənə bilməyib.

Kristyan Asllani “Empoli”nin yetirməsidir. 2022-ci ildən “İnter”də çıxış edən futbolçu bu komandanın heyətində meydana çıxdığı 99 oyunda 4 qol vurub, 5 məhsuldar ötürmə müəllifi olub. Albaniyalı futbolçunun Milan klubu ilə 2028-ci ilin 30 iyununa qədər müqaviləsi mövcuddur.

Asllani “İnter”lə İtaliya çempionu (2023/2024), İtaliya Kubokunun (2022/2023) və İtaliya Super Kubokunun (2022/2023 və 2023/2024) qalibi olub.

Yarımmüdafiəçi Albaniya yığmasında da 38 oyuna çıxıb, 5 qol və 2 assistlə yadda qalıb.

“Transfermarkt” internet-portalı 23 yaşlı yarımmüdafiəçinin transfer dəyərini 13 milyon avro məbləğində qiymətləndirir.

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