Galatasaray coach Buruk confirms €40m pursuit of Frankfurt’s Can Uzun
Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk has publicly confirmed interest in Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Can Uzun, though a €20m valuation gap stands between the clubs.
Borussia Dortmund beat Milan to €32m Karetsas signing
Borussia Dortmund have reached an agreement to sign Greece international Konstaninos Karetsas from KRC Genk for €32 million plus add-ons, defeating late interest from AC Milan.
PSG enter talks for Zion Suzuki as Juventus circle Parma keeper
Paris Saint-Germain have opened negotiations with Parma to sign Japan international Zion Suzuki, though Juventus remain in contention for the 23-year-old goalkeeper.
Serie A clubs rage over Mancini reappointment as Italy head coach
Roberto Mancini has been reappointed as Italy head coach following the collapse of Andrea Pirlo’s candidacy, but Serie A clubs have criticised FIGC President Giovanni Malagò for excluding them from the selection process.
Italy in ‘Total Chaos’ as Maldini Threatens Exit Amid Pirlo Coach Debate
Italian football faces administrative turmoil as technical director Paolo Maldini considers resignation over the controversial candidacy of Andrea Pirlo for the national team job.
Dybala double in vain as Roma squander three-goal lead in Cannes draw
Paulo Dybala scored twice and assisted another, but Roma threw away a 3-0 lead to draw 3-3 with Cannes after Wesley’s first-half red card.
Allegri plans Napoli squad assessment after transfer window closes
Max Allegri says he will evaluate his Napoli squad once the transfer market closes after watching his side secure a 2-0 friendly victory over Carrarese, though injury concerns continue to mount.
Napoli weigh loan approach for Chelsea defender Badiashile
Napoli are considering a loan move for Chelsea centre-back Benoit Badiashile as defensive injuries leave them short of options ahead of the new season.
Pirlo Ruled Out as Italy Coach Over Russian Betting Ties; Maldini Threatens Exit
Andrea Pirlo’s bid to coach Italy has collapsed due to his Russian betting company links, plunging the FIGC into crisis as technical director Paolo Maldini reportedly resigns in protest.
Milan raise Gerard Martin offer to €35m amid Chelsea competition
AC Milan are prepared to increase their bid for Barcelona defender Gerard Martin to €35 million as they compete with Chelsea for the Spanish defender’s signature.