Boban Defends Maldini’s Actions in Italy Coach Search
Zvonimir Boban has defended Paolo Maldini’s brief tenure as Italy’s technical director, asserting Maldini did not betray agreements during the search for a new national team coach.
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Elche Sign Thomas Lemar on Loan from Atlético Madrid
Elche have signed France international Thomas Lemar on loan from Atlético Madrid. The deal includes an option to buy the 30-year-old, who recently returned from a loan spell at Girona.
Dybala faces fitness test as Gasperini calls Atalanta clash ‘test of strength’
Paulo Dybala will undergo a fitness test ahead of Roma’s Serie A meeting with Atalanta on Saturday, with coach Gian Piero Gasperini describing the fixture as a ‘test of strength’.
Lineups Confirmed for Inter vs Napoli Serie A Showdown
Inter and Napoli have announced their starting XIs for Saturday’s Serie A clash at San Siro, with key players confirmed and notable absences ahead of the 17:00 UK time kick-off.
Inter appoint Dario Baccin as new director following Piero Ausilio exit
Inter have formally presented Dario Baccin as their new director following Piero Ausilio’s departure after 28 years at the club. The appointment coincided with the 20th anniversary of Giacinto Facchetti’s death.
Paderborn sign Rayan Philippe on loan from Hamburger SV
SC Paderborn have signed attacker Rayan Philippe on loan from Hamburger SV until the end of the 2026/27 season. The forward previously joined HSV from Eintracht Braunschweig for a reported €3 million in 2025.
Gasperini’s Doubts Cast Shadow on Zaha’s Potential Roma Move
Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini has expressed unenthusiasm about signing a free agent, significantly cooling recent speculation linking Wilfried Zaha with the club. The Giallorossi had been considering the free-agent market for a left-sided attacker.
Álvarez-Barcelona saga revived by document permission claim
Journalist Jordi Jota claims Atlético Madrid gave Julián Álvarez written permission to discuss a Barcelona move, contradicting the club’s public rejections and formal federation complaint.
Barcelona Break Transfer Record to Sign Kerolin Nicoli from Manchester City
Barcelona have completed the signing of Brazilian forward Kerolin Nicoli from Manchester City for a reported £1.25 million, setting a new record for a Women’s Super League transfer.
Balogun left out of Monaco’s Europa Conference League squad
Folarin Balogun has been omitted from AS Monaco’s Europa Conference League squad after his Everton move collapsed, with Filipe Luís also citing a fitness issue.