The latest developments in Serie A today encompass Napoli’s dissatisfaction regarding the Francesco Acerbi ruling and the assistance provided to Inter by Oaktree.
Napoli finds itself in a state of vexation subsequent to Serie A sports judge Gerardo Mastrandrea’s decision to absolve Acerbi of allegations of racially abusing Juan Jesus during their league encounter on March 17th. Consequently, the club has opted not to don the Keep Racism Out badge in their upcoming fixture against Atalanta and is contemplating the utilization of distinctive pre-match attire for the occasion.
The discontent within Napoli’s fanbase, notably the ultras, has been palpable, as evidenced by the display of a banner outside the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, denouncing the league’s perceived inconsistency.
Meanwhile, Inter’s Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram have expressed eagerness to participate in the Summer Olympics in Paris, raising apprehensions regarding their physical readiness for the forthcoming 2024-25 season, which promises to be demanding with commitments including the Club World Cup, Champions League, and Serie A.
In a significant development, US investment firm Oaktree has extended assistance to Inter president Steven Zhang in his efforts to address the club’s substantial debts, exceeding €375m. This lifeline entails the possibility of refinancing the loan from a private equity entity, contingent upon specific conditions.