Juventus negotiate Kessié deal as Thuram faces pre-season absence
Juventus are negotiating to sign free agent Franck Kessié as cover for Khephren Thuram, who will miss the entire pre-season with patellofemoral pain syndrome.
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Stuttgart confirm Pejcinovic interest as Wolfsburg hold out for €25m
VfB Stuttgart sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth has confirmed the club’s interest in Wolfsburg striker Dzenan Pejcinovic, though negotiations face a hurdle after an €18 million bid was rejected.
Al-Hilal bid falls short of Milan’s €20m Tomori valuation
Al-Hilal have offered €12-13m for Fikayo Tomori but AC Milan want €20m for the defender, who prefers a Premier League return as his contract enters its final year.
Dragusin credits Paratici for Fiorentina move and eyes permanent stay
Romanian centre-back Radu Dragusin has revealed that sporting director Fabio Paratici was the catalyst for his loan move from Tottenham to Fiorentina, declaring his intention to remain with the Serie A club beyond the current season.
Hoffenheim eye Feyenoord winger Leo Sauer as Touré replacement
TSG Hoffenheim have identified Feyenoord winger Leo Sauer as a potential replacement for Bazoumana Touré following the Ivorian’s €50 million move to Newcastle United.
Aston Villa weigh loan or permanent approach for Palhinha as Bayern seek sale
Aston Villa are exploring a move for João Palhinha as Bayern Munich look to offload the midfielder. No formal talks have begun between the clubs, though Villa are considering both loan and permanent options.
One in Five World Cup Matches Played in Dangerous Heat Conditions, Analysis Finds
Almost twenty per cent of fixtures at the 2026 tournament were contested in conditions exceeding safety thresholds recommended by players’ union Fifpro, raising urgent questions about climate adaptation in football.
Nagelsmann facing backlash from Germany squad over World Cup handling
Germany’s early 2026 World Cup exit has sparked criticism of Julian Nagelsmann’s management, with players claiming they felt ignored and misled about their selection status.
Maurizio Sarri unveiled as Atalanta coach after ‘no hesitation’ acceptance
Maurizio Sarri has been officially presented as Atalanta’s new head coach, revealing he accepted the role immediately after being impressed by the club’s facilities and personnel.
Milan considered De la Fuente for 2024 role before Spain’s World Cup final run
AC Milan considered appointing Luis de la Fuente in 2024 before hiring Paulo Fonseca. Two years later, the Spain manager prepares for the World Cup final while Milan have turned to Ruben Amorim.