Serie A 2026-27 Season Preview: Inter, Juventus, and Milan Vie for Title Amidst League Challenges

Serie A kicks off its 125th season with a familiar forecast: continued dominance from the established giants of northern Italy. Inter Milan, Juventus, and AC Milan are once again expected to vie for the Scudetto, having collectively won all but two titles since 2001. Napoli and Roma represent the primary hopes for the south.

Inter Milan enters the season as the defending champion, having secured the title in Cristian Chivu's first year as manager. They finished 11 points clear of Napoli last season. However, the league's overall standing in European competition has seen a decline, with no Italian club winning the Champions League since Inter in 2010. This downturn is attributed to various factors, including aging stadiums, insufficient player development, increased international competition, and a diluted competitive landscape within the league itself.

This summer, Inter has reinforced its defense with the additions of right-back Djed Spence and center-back John Stones. Midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic returns, and Curtis Jones from Liverpool is expected to join him. A significant concern for Inter is the potential departure of captain and top scorer Lautaro Martinez, who is reportedly a target for Barcelona.

Meanwhile, rivals AC Milan and Juventus are making ambitious moves to close the gap. Milan, who finished fifth last season, have appointed Ruben Amorim as their manager and signed Goncalo Ramos for 74 million euros, likely to replace Rafael Leao. Juventus, aiming to reclaim their past glory, have brought in Randall Kolo Muani and bolstered their defense with Jhon Lucumi and goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. Napoli's success may hinge on Massimiliano Allegri's ability to manage domestic and European schedules, with key players like Kevin De Bruyne and Scott McTominay in midfield, and Rasmus Hojlund leading the attack. Roma, under Gian Piero Gasperini, has also made additions to its midfield.