Marc-André ter Stegen’s proposed loan move from Barcelona to Ajax has hit a fresh obstacle over salary terms, with both clubs refusing to budge on financial demands.
Juventus defender Gleison Bremer has rejected a move to Galatasaray despite an €8m per season salary offer, prompting the Turkish side to target Bologna’s Jhon Lucumi instead.
The Brazil international found the net in a 3-2 friendly victory over Arezzo, weeks after a €45m move to Old Trafford fell through due to failed medical tests.
Bundesliga newcomers Schalke have tied academy graduate Mertcan Ayhan to a long-term contract, while veteran striker Edin Džeko nears a one-year extension.
Algeria international Ismael Bennacer has terminated his AC Milan contract by mutual consent and is travelling to Qatar to complete a move to Al-Gharafa after 18 months sidelined by injury.
US Lecce director Stefano Trinchera has issued a stern warning to Zambia winger Lameck Banda after the player failed to report for pre-season training and stopped responding to club communications.
FIGC President Giovanni Malagò has blocked Andrea Pirlo’s bid to become Italy coach over his Russian gambling ties, while criticising Paolo Maldini for pushing the appointment despite the ethical complications.
Paris Saint-Germain are prepared to sell 18-year-old forward Ibrahim Mbaye after a breakdown in relations, with the French champions demanding over €50 million for the Senegal international.
John Stones has reached a verbal agreement to join Inter, though Juventus have tabled a competing proposal for the former Manchester City defender. The England international is available on a free transfer.
Fenerbahce have submitted a €42 million package for Rafael Leao and sent director Cihan Kamer to Italy, though Milan continue to demand €50 million for the Portugal winger.