TMW Radio
Guest of TMW Radio during Transfer Market and Retreats he was the former footballer George Magnocavallowho spoke about Atalanta.
Scamacca’s knockout was heavy:
“Absolutely yes, for the Cup issue that is in ten days. We were counting on the striker as a point of reference”.
How much does it change market strategies?
“Certainly even like this with Scamacca there were rumours that they wanted to get another striker, given that they were fighting on three fronts. So in my opinion by not playing Scamacca, I don’t think Gasperini will provide a point of reference up front, with people who will come in from behind”.
Koopmeiners: what will happen in light of Scamacca’s defeat?
“I am convinced that if Atalanta wins the Super Cup, for me they won’t sell anyone. Because the fans would be disappointed. Apart from Inter, this year Atalanta is the second strongest team and we could dream”.
And the other rivals?
“I don’t see the others as strong as Inter and Atalanta. They are all experimental, they could do well or badly. On paper, those two remain stronger.”
What does Atalanta need to fix?
“We need to fix the defense and I would focus on a strong center back who offers more guarantees. He is very strong up front, so I would make an expense in defense.”
Your opinion on Bonfanti and Ruggeri?
“Let’s not forget that they are 20-year-olds, we are banking on them but we are fighting on three important fronts and sometimes experience is more important than determination. You need the right mix in a squad.”
Will we go back to the market for a striker?
“I would also buy Chiesa, since we are missing the icing on the cake. Scamacca can return in March-April, when the game is already over, so I don’t think he will be useful. If you want to be strong, you need someone else. Gasperini’s role must be decisive, everyone knows that there are no real starters”.
What are the objectives then?
“It’s time to try to aim high. We won the EL, we could also try for the Scudetto. The icing on the cake is missing”.
Could Musso leave?
“We’ll have to see what Gasperini will do. Last year he managed to manage him and Carnesecchi well, and it’s not easy because they are two strong goalkeepers. Carnesecchi has shown great things, managing them both again would be great.”