Brighton boss Fabian Hürzeler will make a final attempt to sign Saïd El Mala from 1. FC Köln, though the 19-year-old looks increasingly likely to remain in Germany.
Jürgen Klopp has reached an agreement in principle to become Germany head coach until 2030. The former Liverpool manager is expected to finalise his departure from Red Bull early next week.
Eintracht Frankfurt have reached an agreement with Bayern Munich to sign Germany U21 international Noel Aseko. The 20-year-old midfielder is expected to sign a long-term contract until 2030.
Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig have held talks with representatives of Manchester City youngster Xavier Parker. The 16-year-old attacking midfielder has yet to decide on his future despite a lucrative contract offer from the Premier League champions.
Former Republic of Ireland striker Tony Cascarino has described France’s attacking options as the most frightening he has ever seen ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Morocco.
Lorenzo Insigne has marked his arrival at Sampdoria with a moving tribute to club legend Gianluca Vialli, posting a message on what would have been the former striker’s birthday.
Fabio Grosso has committed to a long-term Fiorentina project, signing until 2028 as he aims to restore the club’s competitiveness with an attacking 4-3-3 formation. The former Italy defender faces a significant rebuilding task after the Viola narrowly avoided relegation last season.
FIGC President Giovanni Malagò expects to confirm a technical director within days as Italy search for a new head coach to replace Gennaro Gattuso. Roberto Mancini and Antonio Conte lead the race for the dugout, while Paolo Maldini is linked with the director role.
Twenty-two Serie A players remain in the 2026 World Cup as the tournament reaches the quarter-final stage, with France and Argentina leading the betting but underdogs Norway and Morocco hoping to extend their surprise runs.
Fenerbahce have intensified contacts with Cagliari over a potential move for Colombia international Yerry Mina, though the transfer remains at an exploratory stage as the Turkish club assess the defender’s fitness.