Mourinho covets Bastoni as Inter demand €70m from Real Madrid
Real Madrid manager José Mourinho wants Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni, but the Serie A club insist on a €70m valuation having already rejected Barcelona.
Pirlo’s Italy Appointment Stalls Over Russian Betting Links
Andrea Pirlo’s prospective appointment as Italy head coach has stalled after the FIGC raised concerns over his commercial links to Russian bookmaker Fonbet. The federation is scrutinising the former midfielder’s role as global ambassador for the betting firm.
Stuttgart rule out goalkeeper signing despite Seimen injury absence
VfB Stuttgart will not sign a replacement goalkeeper despite losing Dennis Seimen to injury until at least September. Manager Sebastian Hoeneß has expressed confidence in Fabian Bredlow and the current goalkeeping options.
Kompany names youthful Bayern side for Wehen Wiesbaden friendly
Bayern Munich will field an academy-heavy lineup in their opening pre-season fixture against SV Wehen Wiesbaden, with only six senior players available due to World Cup commitments.
De la Fuente condemns Argentina players’ conduct as FIFA opens World Cup final probe
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has condemned Argentina players for their conduct following the World Cup final, as FIFA opens a formal investigation into post-match clashes.
RB Leipzig and Roma join race for Köln’s El Mala after Dortmund bid rejected
RB Leipzig and AS Roma have emerged as contenders for 1. FC Köln’s Said El Mala after Borussia Dortmund saw an opening bid rejected. The 19-year-old recently scored and assisted in an 8-0 victory.
Pirlo appointed Italy coach on four-year deal until 2030 World Cup
Andrea Pirlo will become the new head coach of the Italy national team on a four-year contract running until the 2030 World Cup. The appointment follows Pep Guardiola’s decision to reject the position.
RB Leipzig bid for Lorient wonderkid Imrane Camara
Bundesliga side RB Leipzig have tabled an offer for 16-year-old attacking midfielder Imrane Camara. FC Lorient are attempting to retain the France Under-16 international by offering him his first professional contract.
Como fight back to draw with Paris FC as Udinese lose to Swansea
Como staged a late comeback to draw 2-2 with Paris FC, while Udinese suffered a 2-0 defeat to Championship side Swansea City in pre-season friendly action.
Barcola rejects Chelsea and prioritises Liverpool as PSG demand €120m-€150m
Bradley Barcola has turned down Chelsea to prioritise a move to Liverpool, though Paris Saint-Germain remain reluctant sellers and are demanding between €120 million and €150 million for the French winger.