News Focus
- AC Milan’s owners meet with Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola in London over the managerial vacancy
- Juventus declare Turkish midfielder Kenan Yildiz is untouchable and not for sale this summer
- AS Roma secure long-term deals for Paulo Dybala, Bryan Cristante and Henrikh Mkhitaryan
- Real Madrid veteran Luka Modric weighs up retirement plans following the World Cup
- Bologna line up Vincenzo Italiano as their new coach with De Rossi and Palladino as alternatives
AC Milan are moving quickly to appoint a new manager. Club owner Gerry Cardinale and football advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic travelled to London this week. They held face-to-face talks with Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola. The Spanish coach has earned praise for his work in the Premier League. The Rossoneri will hold further meetings with him soon.
The Serie A side are looking outside Italy for their new leadership. They have also made contact with former Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez. The club want John Ayre to become their new chief executive. Meanwhile, Congerton is the leading candidate to take over as sporting director. Star winger Rafael Leao will remain at the club. He has rejected approaches from teams in Turkey and Saudi Arabia.
Juventus are also busy plotting their future. CEO Comolli insists that Luciano Spalletti is the perfect man for the project. He has strongly denied rumors linking Kenan Yildiz with a move away. The Turkish youngster is considered a key part of their plans.
The Turin giants face an important meeting with president John Elkann and Spalletti. The club must sell players to balance their books. They may need to offload one more star than originally planned. Liverpool defender Andrew Robertson is a top target for the left side of defence. Striker Dusan Vlahovic could join Napoli if the right offer arrives.
In Rome, the Giallorossi are tying down their key men. Paulo Dybala will stay at the Stadio Olimpico. His agent is working to complete an agreement with the Friedkin family owners. Midfielder Bryan Cristante has signed a new contract until 2028. The deal includes an option for an extra year. At 38 years old, he has no plans to retire yet. Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Mario Hermoso have both extended their stays. Malen will also complete a permanent transfer to the capital.
Luka Modric is considering ending his playing career. The Real Madrid legend plans to retire after the World Cup. He is currently thinking about his final months on the pitch.
Bologna are preparing for a change in the dugout. Their current coach is ready to leave the club. President Joey Saputo has met with Napoli chief Aurelio De Laurentiis to discuss the situation. Vincenzo Italiano is now the favourite for the job. He has moved ahead of Max Allegri in the running. The club have three other options on their list. They are considering Daniele De Rossi, Eusebio Di Francesco and Raffaele Palladino.
Fiorentina want Fabio Grosso as their new manager. Torino could also be sold to new owners. Jose Mourinho is monitoring Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni. He is waiting for Florentino Perez to win the Real Madrid presidential election before making his move.