Buongiorno consults Barcelona specialist as Napoli await knee injury verdict
Napoli defender Alessandro Buongiorno is in Barcelona to see Professor Ramon Cugat regarding a knee tendon issue that could require surgery.
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CONMEBOL announces 2030 World Cup expansion to 64 teams
CONMEBOL President Alejandro Dominguez has announced the 2030 World Cup will expand to 64 teams for the centenary edition, up from 48 in 2026. The proposal would see Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay host single matches alongside Morocco, Portugal and Spain.
Fiorentina propose conditional loan deal for Leipzig forward Bakayoko
Fiorentina have proposed signing Leipzig forward Johan Bakayoko on loan with a conditional obligation to buy, though the deal only becomes permanent if the Serie A club qualifies for Europe next season.
Hull City see €15m bid for Kévin Danois rejected by Auxerre
Hull City have had a €15 million bid for midfielder Kévin Danois turned down by AJ Auxerre, with the French club demanding double that amount for the 22-year-old France youth international.
Viery reveals Christian Vieri namesake connection after Fiorentina move
Brazilian defender Viery has revealed that his father named him after former Italy striker Christian Vieri, making his transfer to Fiorentina feel like destiny. The 21-year-old joined the Serie A club from Gremio for €15 million plus add-ons.
Kean agent offers striker to Como and Fenerbahce as release clause expires
Moise Kean’s representative has offered the Italy forward to Champions League qualifiers Como and Fenerbahce, though Fiorentina remain reluctant to sanction a sale.
Juventus in Goretzka talks despite €10m signing-on fee demand
Juventus have opened negotiations with former Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka, though the Germany international’s demands for a €10m signing-on fee and €7m annual wages present a significant hurdle.
Borussia Dortmund eye Mexican teenager Gilberto Mora
Borussia Dortmund have registered interest in 17-year-old Mexican midfielder Gilberto Mora following his World Cup performances, according to German reports.
Guardiola decision on Italy job imminent after Maldini talks
Pep Guardiola will decide within 48 hours whether to become Italy manager after Paolo Maldini and Leonardo held talks in Spain, with Sky Sport Italia reporting that salary demands will not block the appointment.
Guardiola in Talks for Italy Job After Barcelona Meeting with Maldini and Leonardo
Paolo Maldini and Leonardo reportedly met Pep Guardiola in Barcelona to discuss the Italy national team role, with FIGC President Giovanni Malagò expecting a decision soon.