Aleksandar Kolarov stepped into the spotlight after Inter Milan's 3-1 win over Bologna on Sunday, praising captain Lautaro Martinez for his leadership and standards as the Nerazzurri returned to the top of the Serie A table.
AS Roma have not opened negotiations with Paulo Dybala over a new contract, leaving the Argentine star's future at the club in doubt as his current deal runs until June 2026.
AC Milan have completed the loan signing of striker Niclas Fullkrug from West Ham United until the end of the season, with the Serie A club retaining an option to make the move permanent.
Lazio have confirmed that head coach Maurizio Sarri has undergone successful heart surgery and is expected to return to his day-to-day duties within the next few days.
Antonio Conte has praised Napoli for an "impeccable tournament" after they lifted the Supercoppa Italiana, but he insists the team is still not ready to dominate Italian football.
Bologna stunned Inter Milan in the Supercoppa Italiana after a dramatic penalty shoot-out, earning a place in the final against Napoli in Riyadh on Monday evening.