Why Hakan Calhanoglu is the must-have midfield maestro in Serie A

Hakan Calhanoglu, a renowned midfielder, demonstrated his power, accuracy, and grace with a stunning goal.

December 6, 2023

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The Serie A title race intensified as Inter Milan clinched the top spot from Juventus following a crucial win against Napoli.

Hakan Calhanoglu showcased his coveted midfield prowess with a breathtaking goal against Napoli, affirming why he’s a dream player for every coach.

Regarded as Serie A’s premier midfielder, Calhanoglu’s goal against Napoli epitomized a blend of power, accuracy, and grace. Napoli’s goalkeeper, Meret, made a futile attempt, while the seismic impact of the ball’s trajectory echoed through the stadium, delighting Inter fans.

In his last six games, the Turkish maestro has netted four goals, matching his tally from the preceding 39 games. This statistic underscores his remarkable and consistent improvement since his days at AC Milan. At 29, he’s savoring a magical phase that propels him into the echelons of Europe’s finest midfielders, managing his game time astutely.

His prowess even surpasses that of Marcelo Brozovic, who boasted a different tactical and technical consistency in a similar role. Stanislav Lobotka and Zambo Anguissa found their approaches thwarted, overwhelmed by the presence of the Turkish maestro and the tenacity of Nicolo’ Barella.

Inter’s midfield dominance over Napoli was evident, and Calhanoglu emerged as the orchestrator, displaying an unparalleled ability to quicken the team’s pace, making him the standout playmaker in the squad.

An absolute bullet from outside the box from Hakan Çalhanoğlu 😮‍💨

Inter take the lead against Napoli at the Maradona! pic.twitter.com/TeAzjxavmL

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