Leeds United are targeting Japan international Zion Suzuki from Parma to replace Illan Meslier, who has completed his move to Arsenal after seven years at Elland Road.
The French squad flew with Global Crossing Airlines, which operates over half of US immigration removal flights. The arrangement contrasts with the team’s outspoken opposition to anti-immigration politics.
Christian Pulisic is expected to miss several weeks after suffering a microfracture and bone bruise in the United States’ World Cup last-16 defeat to Belgium. The Milan forward endured an injury-hit tournament.
The United States Soccer Federation has named former LAFC manager Steve Cherundolo as head coach of the Under-23 men’s team for the 2028 Olympic Games.
1. FC Köln have confirmed the sale of Polish international Jakub Kaminski to Benfica for €20 million. The Portuguese giants activated a release clause to secure the midfielder just one year after he arrived from Wolfsburg.
Werder Bremen have completed the signing of Austrian international Alexander Schlager from RB Salzburg. The 30-year-old World Cup goalkeeper arrives on a free transfer to compete with Karl Hein for the starting position.
Schalke 04 are in negotiations to sign Fiorentina left-back Robin Gosens for a reported fee of €1m, though the Germany international must accept a wage reduction to complete the move to his boyhood club.
Thomas Berenbruch is poised to join Dutch side FC Utrecht on loan from Inter Milan, turning down interest from Serie A club Cagliari to continue his development abroad.
As Italy marks two decades since their 2006 World Cup triumph in Berlin, comparisons between Marcello Lippi’s legendary champions and the current generation highlight the challenges facing the Azzurri.