Former UK matchday reporter Chloe Davies provides an unfiltered, authentic look at the English Premier League. She specializes in capturing the drama, managerial mind games, and tactical nuances of English football for East African fans with sharp wit.
Como have withdrawn from the pursuit of Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah, leaving Inter Milan as frontrunners. AC Milan are nearing a deal for Ruben Amorim and Mario Gila.
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher believes Harry Kane merits the Ballon d’Or for his performances over the past year, though he fears England’s World Cup prospects may hinder the striker’s chances.
Newcastle United have opened negotiations to sign Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller. The Germany international has a reported release clause of €36.5 million in his contract, which runs until 2028.
Representatives for John Stones have offered the former Manchester City defender to Inter Milan, though the Italian club appear reluctant to pursue a deal.
Liverpool will not sell captain Virgil van Dijk this summer despite interest from Milan and his contract entering its final year, according to The Athletic.
Everton have stepped up interest in Atalanta winger Raoul Bellanova, joining Tottenham, Nottingham Forest and Fulham in the race for the Italy international expected to leave Serie A this summer.
Aston Villa are preparing an offer for RC Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser as they plan for the potential departure of Emiliano Martínez. The 21-year-old Frenchman played a key role in Lens’s historic Coupe de France triumph.
Bayer Leverkusen are reluctant to sell Christian Kofane but would consider offers around €100 million as Newcastle United and Arsenal track the Cameroon international.
Directors from both clubs will meet on Monday to finalise the Italy international’s move to Serie A after the Viola submitted an €11 million plus add-ons bid.