AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim has requested that negotiations over Pervis Estupinan’s transfer to Aston Villa be suspended while he evaluates the Ecuadorian left-back during pre-season.
VfB Stuttgart coach Sebastian Hoeneß has dismissed reports linking Ermedin Demirović with a summer exit, insisting he wants to keep his best players following a 5-0 pre-season victory over FSV Hollenbach.
Napoli are weighing up a move for free agent Dusan Vlahovic, though the deal depends on Romelu Lukaku leaving the club this summer. The Serbian left Juventus on 30 June.
Diego Simeone’s side risks starting the season without a recognised senior striker after Julian Alvarez requested an exit, Alexander Sorloth nears departure, and Antoine Griezmann has already joined Orlando City.
Thiago Almada is on the verge of joining Flamengo from Atletico Madrid after agreeing personal terms, with negotiations between the clubs now in their final phase.
Werder Bremen have emerged as the latest Bundesliga club interested in signing Felix Uduokhai from Besiktas, where the defender has played just 15 league games this season.
Algeria international Ismael Bennacer has ended his six-year stay at Milan by terminating his contract. The midfielder is expected to join Al-Gharafa SC in the Qatar Stars League.
Paris Saint-Germain have contacted Manchester City to explore a deal for midfielder Rodri, though the Spain international reportedly holds an agreement with Real Madrid.
Francesco Camarda scored twice as AC Milan came from two goals down to secure a 2-2 draw against Celtic in their opening pre-season friendly at Celtic Park.