The arrival of Rogers at Chelsea from Aston Villa for 138 million euros represents a reality with which Serie A and Inter cannot compete. This was stated by Aldo Serena, former footballer speaking to Corriere della Sera, who highlighted the clear economic gap between Italian and English teams.

“The fans are waiting for a couple of names to dream of a second scudetto and a more honorable run in the Champions,” said Serena. “This is the harsh reality, but how can you be clever enough to compete? By getting there before the others,” added the former striker.

The solution indicated involves scouting on a global scale, with experts able to spot talents and close deals quickly. Serena also emphasized the importance of developing young players at home, citing Pio Esposito and Stankovic as examples.

“Ingenuity and creativity in developing the new Pio Esposito and Stankovic at home, as well as keeping an eye on all latitudes. Thinking of the market as a European provincial club has almost become an obligation,” he concluded.