Leão set to reject Fenerbahce as Milan eye Galatasaray solution
Rafael Leão is prepared to reject Fenerbahce’s proposal as he prioritises Champions League football, with Milan hoping Galatasaray can provide an alternative escape route.
Pirlo Leads Race for Italy Job After Guardiola Rejects Azzurri Approach
Pep Guardiola has turned down the opportunity to become Italy’s next head coach, leaving Andrea Pirlo as the frontrunner for the role under technical director Paolo Maldini.
Buffon rejects Italy return offer from Maldini
Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon has reportedly rejected an offer to rejoin the national team under new technical director Paolo Maldini, prioritising family time over an immediate return to football.
Nürnberg Council Approves Max-Morlock-Stadion Rebuild for 50,000 Capacity
The 2. Bundesliga club will expand from 36,000 to 50,000 seats. Completion is targeted for the 2031/32 season, requiring a temporary venue during construction.
FC Bayern II sign Czechia U17 international Matous Srb for €1m
FC Bayern Munich’s reserve side have secured Matous Srb from Slavia Prague for a reported €1 million fee. The Czechia U17 international becomes the first foreign signing under new manager Dante ahead of the Regionalliga season opener.
Juventus eye Vicario loan after Tottenham omit keeper from tour
Tottenham Hotspur have excluded goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario from their pre-season tour to New Zealand and Australia. While the club cited a minor injury, Italian reports indicate the Italy international is set to leave North London, with Juventus readying a loan offer.
Aliadière backs Mbappé to finish as ‘best of all time’
Former Arsenal striker Jérémie Aliadière believes Kylian Mbappé will retire as the greatest player in history, surpassing French legends Zinedine Zidane and Michel Platini.
Fulham in Talks to Sign Real Madrid Forward Gonzalo García
Fulham are negotiating with Real Madrid to sign forward Gonzalo García, with head coach Álvaro Arbeloa leading the pursuit of his former academy player.
Fans praise hospitality but decry costs at spread-out 2026 World Cup
Supporters across the United States, Mexico and Canada have praised local hospitality while criticising ticket costs and the tournament’s geographically dispersed format following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Trossard Departs Arsenal for Istanbul as Dumfries Joins Real Madrid
Leandro Trossard has completed a £15.3m move from Arsenal to Istanbul, while Denzel Dumfries secured a free transfer to Real Madrid during the World Cup period.