A series of injuries in the second half of the season, with 17 first-team player affected in total, meant that Inter ended the season in mid-table having been challenging for the Champions League places at the half-way point.
At times thrilling and at others downright dull, it was an erratic season from Parma, whose mid-table finish is satisfactory if unsatisfying.
Led by virtually unknown coach and almost without a home stadium, Cagliari stayed clear of relegation battle while playing some exciting football.
Eugenio Corini returned to manage the club he represented as a player, taking Chievo Verona from the relegation zone into the comfort of mid-table.
Analysing the likelihood of the latest transfer rumours, including Manchester United's midfield targets, the likely destination of Edinson Cavani, and Tottenham and Arsenal's striker targets.
A lack of consistency hindered Bologna's progress at times, but Stefano Pioli's side still finished safely in the lower half of the table.
After winning promotion at the first attempt, Sampdoria's first season back in Serie A following their heartbreaking relegation of two seasons ago can be considered a success, with the aim now to consolidate and move onwards.
Only managing 15th place after a lacklustre second half of the season, Atalanta could've done better.
Torino put together a stellar run of results throughout December and January and it was needed as their form dropped off alarmingly towards the end of the season, almost landing them in a relegation battle.
Despite a tumultuous season, Genoa managed to put a run of results together during the final stretch to avoid relegation to Serie B.
