The other Ventura has returned to action: Black Jack Bonaventura.
His arrival is too late for the Azzurri but his presence may be enough to salvage Ac Milan's season. He came off the bench two weeks ago and has since scored 3 goals in his last two games. With all the money spent, he's still Da Man for the Rossonieri. His return means the Turkish stiff Calhanohglu sits on the bench, he has a lovely touch on the ball but he plays like Ted Nugent - Hopkins. Black Jack was injured last Christmas and both Milan and the Azzurri went into the doldrums. Not sure if he qualifies for the Europa League, if I were Gennarino I would use him only league play. he's far too valuable to risk on a nothing tournament.
Has Mario Balotelli cleaned up his act? He scored the winning goal against Nantes to move Nice closer to a CL spot. So far he's racked up 9 goals with minimal distribution. Whomever the new manager of the Azzurri is, he going to get consideration. provided he stops wearing his asshole on his sleeve.