The summer transfer market remains in full swing as Italian clubs balance exhibition matches with high-stakes recruitment. In Perth, the latest Milan derby ended in a 1-1 draw, with Federico Dimarco opening the scoring for Inter before a soft penalty from Christopher Nkunku leveled the match for AC Milan. The fixture was marked by a poignant tribute to the late Franco Baresi, with players gathering around his No. 6 jersey for a moment of silence and pausing the match during the sixth minute. Luka Modrić, who received a warm ovation from the crowd, later described the legendary captain as the essence of the club.
Juventus has dominated the headlines with a flurry of activity led by chief executive Giovanni Carnevali. The club secured a 1-0 friendly victory over Chelsea, decided by an Edon Zhegrova strike. On the transfer front, goalkeeper Zion Suzuki is expected to arrive from Parma via PSG, while defender Jhon Lucumí remains a primary target. Furthermore, Manchester United has reportedly opened the door for striker Joshua Zirkzee as Luciano Spalletti encourages Jonathan David toward a potential exit.
Fiorentina has also made a significant move, confirming the loan signing of Franco Mastantuono from Real Madrid. The Spanish club is set to cover half of the Argentine player's reported €9 million wages, while sporting director Fabio Paratici is already pursuing further targets. Elsewhere, Rúben Amorim is working to relaunch Rafael Leão at Milan despite interest from Galatasaray, and Inter is reportedly closing in on Cristian Romero, pending the departure of Benjamin Pavard. Meanwhile, Napoli secured a 2-1 win over Osasuna with goals from Matteo Politano and Lorenzo Lucca, though the club appears prepared to part ways with Romelu Lukaku, who is currently linked to a move to Atlanta United in the MLS.
As noted by La Gazzetta dello Sport, Corriere dello Sport, Stadio and Tuttosport, the Perth derby ended 1-1, Federico Dimarco firing Inter ahead before a soft Christopher Nkunku penalty levelled it for Milan.
For Corriere and Tuttosport, though, the day belongs to Juventus.
