Anderlecht sign defender Léo Pétrot from Elche on two-year deal
Belgian giants RCS Anderlecht have officially signed French centre-back Léo Pétrot from Elche CF. The 29-year-old has agreed a contract until 2028.
Hertha goalkeeper Ernst ‘close’ to Feyenoord move after Wolfsburg rejection
Hertha Berlin shot-stopper Ernst is reportedly nearing a switch to Dutch side Feyenoord, having earlier turned down an approach from relegated Wolfsburg.
Inter back Bastoni amid investigation but remain open to lucrative offers
Inter Milan have pledged support to Alessandro Bastoni after the defender was notified of an investigation into alleged underage prostitution, though the club would still consider substantial summer transfer bids.
Laporta Confirms Barcelona Bid for Álvarez but Atlético Refuse Talks
Barcelona president Joan Laporta confirmed a formal offer for Julián Álvarez, though Atlético Madrid have declined negotiations and filed a FIFA complaint over alleged improper approaches.
Juventus sell Daffara to Parma as Suzuki exit looms
Parma have signed goalkeeper Giovanni Daffara from Juventus in a deal worth a reported €6 million. The Italian club will also receive 20 per cent of any future sale as Juventus prepare to offload Japan international Zion Suzuki following his World Cup displays.
Atletico Madrid begin negotiations for €30m-rated Club Brugge forward Tresoldi
Atletico Madrid have opened talks to sign Club Brugge forward Nicolò Tresoldi in a potential €30 million deal. The 21-year-old Italy-eligible striker has also attracted interest from Como and Bayer Leverkusen.
Malagò to appoint Italy technical director within week as coaching search waits
FIGC President Giovanni Malagò will appoint a technical director within the week to help select Italy’s new coach after Gennaro Gattuso, Gigi Buffon and Gabriele Gravina all resigned.
Italy’s Nations League fixtures confirmed as coach hunt continues
The Azzurri will open their campaign against Belgium in Rome on September 25, with four venues now confirmed for their Group A1 matches.
Official: Clément Lenglet joins Benfica on loan with mandatory extension
SL Benfica have officially signed Clément Lenglet from Atlético Madrid on a loan deal that includes a mandatory extension until 2029. The 30-year-old French defender arrives as a direct replacement for Nicolás Otamendi in Lisbon.
CAF rejects proposal to expand Africa Cup of Nations to 28 teams
The Confederation of African Football has voted down a plan to increase the tournament from 24 to 28 teams for the 2028 edition. The proposal by president Patrice Motsepe was dismissed by executive committee members.