Diomande returns to Leipzig training as Real Madrid talks resume over €120m fee
Yan Diomande has rejoined RB Leipzig’s training camp as negotiations with Real Madrid resume over a potential club-record transfer worth at least €120 million.
Dortmund offer Kagawa post-playing career role during Japan tour
Borussia Dortmund marketing director Carsten Cramer has confirmed the Bundesliga club would welcome Shinji Kagawa back in an official capacity once the 37-year-old ends his playing career.
Kimmich expected to retain Germany captaincy under Klopp
Germany sporting director Rudi Völler has backed Joshua Kimmich to remain captain under Jürgen Klopp, citing his leadership qualities despite the World Cup exit.
Völler commits to DFB until Euro 2028 after Klopp talks
Rudi Völler has abandoned plans to resign as Germany’s sporting director following talks with Jürgen Klopp. The 66-year-old had considered stepping down after the World Cup exit.
Bremer rejects Galatasaray despite €8m salary offer; Turkish club turns to Lucumi
Juventus defender Gleison Bremer has rejected a move to Galatasaray despite an €8m per season salary offer, prompting the Turkish side to target Bologna’s Jhon Lucumi instead.
Éderson scores for Atalanta after collapsed Manchester United transfer
The Brazil international found the net in a 3-2 friendly victory over Arezzo, weeks after a €45m move to Old Trafford fell through due to failed medical tests.
Diouf’s stoppage-time double seals Inter comeback against Karlsruher
Andy Diouf struck twice in stoppage time to secure a 2-1 victory for Inter against Karlsruher in their second pre-season friendly in Germany.
Stuttgart target Pejčinović and Sauer in attacking double swoop
VfB Stuttgart are pursuing attacking reinforcements ahead of their Champions League return, with the club’s supervisory board approving funds for moves towards Dženan Pejčinović and Leo Sauer.
Milan name pre-season tour squad including Leão and transfer-listed defenders
Milan have announced their travelling party for the pre-season tour of Australia and Indonesia, with Rafael Leão, Pervis Estupiñán and Fikayo Tomori included despite uncertain futures.
Everton weigh move for Bologna winger Rowe amid €45m valuation
Everton have registered interest in Bologna winger Jonathan Rowe but must meet a €45m valuation. Chelsea and Aston Villa have also been linked with the England-born forward.