Federico Chiesa has been left out of Liverpool's Champions League squad, but the Italian winger has shown determination to fight for his place after Arne Slot explained the difficult decision.
Jamie Vardy has completed his move to Serie A side Cremonese, with the Italian club confirming on Monday that the former Leicester City striker has signed a deal until June 2026.
Luciano Spalletti has been dismissed as head coach of the Italian national team following a disappointing 3-0 loss to Norway in Friday's World Cup qualifier.
Carlo Ancelotti was awarded the prestigious Pianchina D'oro in Florence, a prize handed out by Italian coaches to recognise the Real Madrid boss as the standout manager of the previous season.
Martin Odegaard is doubtful for Sunday's North London derby after limping off in Norway's 2-1 UEFA Nations League win against Austria in Oslo.
Italy came from behind with two second-half goals to defeat France in their UEFA Nations League Group A opener.