Check out all 42 goals from the weekend’s Serie A action, including the scintillating Milan derby that saw Inter prevail at the San Siro.

Gab Marcotti shares his takeaways from a Milan derby that ‘had everything,’ as Inter move up to third with a victory over their biggest rivals.

The final Derby della Madonnina had a little bit of everything as Inter were able to beat back a late Milan charge to prevail over their eternal rivals.

Italian Serie A: Lautaro Martinez (67′) Milan 1-3 Inter
Milan Skriniar’s representatives have said “cannibal agents” are trying to muscle in on their client and have claimed Manchester City failed with a €55 million bid for the Inter Milan defender.
The Nerazzurri signed Skriniar from Sampdoria for €28m in 2017 with the Stars & Friends agency brokering the move. 
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They continue to represent the 24-year-old through agent Mithat Halis, who has suggested interference from Mino Raiola is scuppering any chance of a move to Real Madrid.
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Things change in the blink of an eye in football. The Football Whispers Index takes the latest transfer rumours and gives them a score out of five; the higher the score, the more realistic and reliable the Whisper.
Here are today’s top five emerging whispers. And keep an eye on Transfer Talk for all the latest gossip.
Adrien Rabiot to Barcelona
Rabiot’s future seems close to being resolved, with Mundo Deportivo claiming that the Paris Saint-Germain midfielder has agreed to join Barcelona….

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ESPN FC’s Alejandro Moreno assesses the latest transfer rumours around Anthony Martial, Eric Bailly, Jadon Sancho and many more.
Talks between Inter Milan and Milan Skriniar over a contract extension are progressing with both sides confident an agreement will soon be reached, sources close to the Serie A club and player have told ESPN FC.
Skriniar, 23, is contracted to the Nerazzurri until 2022, but negotiations are underway over an extension to that agreement.
The Slovakian defender has been a mainstay of the Inter defence since joining from Sampdoria in the summer of 2017.
He did not miss a minute of their 38 Serie A games…

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The FC crew laud Barcelona’s Champions League performance, in a draw with Inter that could just have as easily been a victory for the Spanish side.
MILAN, Italy  — Luciano Spalletti said Inter Milan centre-back Milan Skriniar was worth more than €100 million after his outstanding performance in Tuesday’s Champions League draw at home to Barcelona.
Sources have told ESPN FC that Ajax’s Matthijs de Ligt is Barca’s top target in defence, but Skriniar is reportedly an alternative.
Manchester United and Real Madrid have also been linked with the Slovakia international as they look to add competition for Sergio Ramos and Raphael Varane.
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Mark Donaldson and Craig Burley predict Serie A’s most notable fixtures this weekend, including the Milan derby.
Inter Milan defender Milan Skriniar admits he was flattered to be a summer transfer target for Jose Mourinho, but insists he is more than happy at the Nerazzurri in a resurgent Serie A.
The Slovakia international was one of two Italy-based players — along with Napoli’s Kalidou Koulibaly — Mourinho had targeted to strengthen his defence at Manchester United last summer.
With 14 goals conceded in the first eight games of the season, the Red Devils have the joint fourth leakiest defence in the…

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ESPN FC’s Gab Marcotti and Stewart Robson share their predictions for the next chapter between Milan’s rivals. Inter Milan defender Milan Skriniar has said keeping Gonzalo Higuain quiet won’t guarantee victory in Sunday’s Milan derby.
Milan forward Higuain has been earmarked as the biggest danger to Inter defenders — and the Argentine laid down the gauntlet to Skriniar and his fellow central defender Stefan De Vrij by telling La Gazzetta dello Sport that it motivates him even more to try to score past such strong players.
Conversely, Skriniar would like nothing more than to keep Higuain quiet, although he…

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ESPN FC’s Stewart Robson breaks down the latest transfer rumours surrounding Paul Pogba, Rafinha and more in Rumour Rater.

Paul Mariner measures if Xherdan Shaqiri would be a good fit in Jurgen Klopp’s system, N’Golo Kante’s future with Chelsea and more.
Despite the World Cup having started, the transfer rumour mill hasn’t slowed down one bit. David Amoyal breaks down and rates some potential moves to keep an eye on in the coming weeks.
Hirving Lozano to Barcelona: 55 percent
The young Mexican is quickly making a name for himself with his performances in Russia. Among the clubs interested in the PSV winger, Barcelona have already made an approach, as confirmed by Lozano’s father. The chances of seeing the Mexican in the Eredivisie next season are…

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The FC crew weigh the pros and cons of PSG’s reported interest in Gianluigi Buffon and ponder whether Financial Fair Play is a factor.

Julien Laurens explains Paul Pogba’s state of mind following a season which occasionally saw strained relationships with manager Jose Mouinho.

ESPN FC’s Shaka Hislop delves into rumours surrounding Neymar, Willian, Anthony Martial and more in Transfer Rater.
With the transfer window open, David Amoyal sorts through the speculation and rates how likely the rumoured moves are to take place.
Anthony Martial to Chelsea: 35 percent
The young French forward struggled this season under Jose Mourinho, and talk of him leaving the Red Devils is getting louder. Among the many clubs interested in him are Chelsea, in a deal that could involve Willian, who is reported to be unhappy with Antonio Conte’s style of football. Despite the tense relationship between the…

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Inter manager Luciano Spalletti reveals his disbelief at his side’s performance after their 0-0 draw against Juventus.
Inter managed to come away from the J Stadium with a precious point after a hard-fought 0-0 draw. Juventus had most of the chances, Mario Mandzukic forcing a fine save off Samir Handanovic and seeing his follow-up be cleared off the line by Joao Miranda. The first half ended with the Croatian seeing a header hit the bar. A more subdued second period saw possession football rule the roost, Inter’s only chance being sent just wide by Marcelo Brozovic.

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Check out the best moments from Serie A’s top sides in matchday 15, as Juve’s win at Napoli helped Inter take control of the Scudetto race.

The FC crew discuss the open race between Napoli, Juventus and Inter for the Serie A title after Juve’s win at Napoli.

Craig Burley and Alexis Nunes react to this week’s Player Power Rankings, which feature two goalkeepers in the top three.

Inter hammered Chievo at the San Siro on Sunday, thanks to an Ivan Perisic hat trick.
There were long stretches of simply excellent football from the Nerazzurri, whose first two goals (the second was by Mauro Icardi) owed something to Stefano Sorrentino errors.
Though Chievo bravely tried to fight back, Inter rolled over them around the hour mark, Milan Skriniar joining the fun with a diving header, because the Slovakian isn’t content with being a mere mortal.

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