Napoli have officially appointed Massimiliano Allegri as their new manager, handing the former Juventus coach a contract that runs until 2029. The Partenopei moved swiftly to secure Allegri following a recent stumble in their domestic campaign, with club president Aurelio De Laurentiis confirming the appointment via social media. A formal presentation is scheduled for Tuesday 14 at San Carlo, marking a significant shift in direction for the club.
Across Serie A, transfer activity is intensifying ahead of the window. Inter are pressing ahead with a double recruitment drive, opening negotiations for Union SG midfielder Khalaili and Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah. Representatives for Chalobah have arrived in Milan to discuss terms, though Chelsea owner Todd Boehly is demanding €35 million for the 25-year-old centre-back. The England international is also liked by Como, adding competition for his signature. Inter sporting director Piero Ausilio is simultaneously working to finalise the capture of Khalaili, with positive signals emerging from the Belgian club regarding the Israeli midfielder.
Milan have entered the race for Lazio defender Mario Gila, though the Rome-based club are holding firm on a €30 million valuation. The Rossoneri have reportedly moved ahead of Napoli in the pursuit of the Spaniard, though Sporting Lisbon manager Rúben Amorim had also been waiting for the player. Lazio president Claudio Lotito has indicated he will not grant discounts and has already identified potential replacements, including Dinamo Zagreb centre-back Sergi Dominguez.
World Cup Round-Up
On the international stage, Argentina captain Lionel Messi reached a new milestone by scoring his 20th World Cup goal in a 3-2 victory, further cementing his status as the tournament’s record marksman. France have also secured progression to the round of 16, with Didier Deschamps’ side advancing alongside Egypt, who defeated Australia 5-3 on penalties following a dramatic knockout phase qualifier.
Elsewhere, former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has signalled his readiness to assume control of the Germany national team. The development comes as the World Cup reaches the knockout stages, with France set to face Paraguay in their next fixture.