Pirlo Poised for Italy Role as Maldini Overrides Malagò Choice
Andrea Pirlo is expected to become the next Italy head coach after technical director Paolo Maldini selected him over Roberto Mancini, sparking fury from the former Al-Sadd manager.
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Pirlo appointed Italy coach on four-year deal until 2030 World Cup
Andrea Pirlo will become the new head coach of the Italy national team on a four-year contract running until the 2030 World Cup. The appointment follows Pep Guardiola’s decision to reject the position.
Lukaku agent rules out Napoli reserve role as contract uncertainty grows
Federico Pastorello says the Belgian striker will not accept a back-up position amid competition from Lucca and entering the final year of his deal.
Real Madrid agree deal for Yan Diomande but transfer not yet sealed
Fabrizio Romano reports that Real Madrid and RB Leipzig have reached an agreement for the Ivory Coast forward, though Sky Germany insist the deal remains incomplete.
Crystal Palace target Brest’s Raphaël Le Guen as Lacroix nears Chelsea move
Crystal Palace are targeting Stade Brestois 29 defender Raphaël Le Guen as a replacement for Maxence Lacroix, who is expected to complete a move to Chelsea.
Fiorentina submit formal bid for Juventus outcast Joao Mario
Fiorentina have tabled a formal offer to sign Portuguese full-back Joao Mario from Juventus on a season-long loan with an option to buy. The deal could be finalised this week as the player is surplus to requirements under Luciano Spalletti.
Bisseck set for Inter Milan contract extension until 2031
German defender Yann Bisseck is reportedly close to signing a contract extension with Inter Milan that would keep him at the club until 2031, effectively ending speculation over a move to Bayern Munich.
Schalke 04 loan teenage forward Wallentowitz to Greuther Fürth
FC Schalke 04 have sent 18-year-old attacking prospect Mika Wallentowitz on a season-long loan to SpVgg Greuther Fürth, with the agreement containing no option to buy.
Milan name squad for Celtic friendly as Nkunku and Estupinan miss out
Christopher Nkunku misses Saturday’s pre-season friendly against Celtic with a muscle injury, while Pervis Estupinan has been left in Italy following his return from World Cup duty.
Marseille lodge €13m bid for Verona defender Belghali
Olympique Marseille have submitted a €13m package bid for Verona right-back Rafik Belghali, challenging Serie A rivals Inter and Roma for the Algeria international.