Bayern chief Dreesen dismisses Real Madrid links and confirms Olise stay
Jan-Christian Dreesen has rubbished rumours linking Michael Olise with Real Madrid, insisting the player will remain at Bayern Munich despite ongoing speculation.
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Hoffenheim raise offer for RB Salzburg’s Adam Daghim
TSG Hoffenheim have increased their bid for Danish international Adam Daghim to over €10 million. Personal terms on a contract until 2031 are already in place.
David Kinsombi Returns to 3. Liga with Würzburger Kickers
Veteran midfielder David Kinsombi has signed for Würzburger Kickers as a free agent, returning to Germany’s third tier after a decade away.
Galatasaray boss Buruk defends Sané over Germany World Cup blame
Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has strongly defended Leroy Sané against criticism following Germany’s early 2026 World Cup exit, insisting the winger was unfairly made a scapegoat despite giving everything for the national team.
Stones set for Inter Milan switch after Manchester City exit
English defender John Stones has reportedly agreed to join Inter Milan on a free transfer, with a two-year contract worth €4 million per season on the table.
Eintracht Frankfurt sign Brazilian defender Otávio on long-term deal
Eintracht Frankfurt have completed the signing of 20-year-old Brazilian centre-back Otávio from CF Estrela Amadora on a contract running until June 2031.
Ex-Feyenoord chief reveals how injuries blocked Read’s Bayern move
Former Feyenoord technical director Dennis te Kloese has disclosed that Givairo Read’s transfer to Bayern Munich collapsed last winter following two injuries, with Nottingham Forest now monitoring the Dutch defender.
Schalke fail with maximum Leite offer but secure Wöber
FC Schalke 04 reportedly offered Diogo Leite their highest possible salary to secure the free agent, but the defender opted for a move to Spain instead. The Bundesliga newcomers have signed Maximilian Wöber from Leeds United as an alternative.
Maldini and Leonardo resign from Italy roles after Pirlo appointment blocked
Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have quit as Italy technical directors just 16 days after appointment, citing compromised autonomy after FIGC President Giovanni Malagò rejected Andrea Pirlo as head coach.
Zidane appointed France manager on four-year contract
Zinédine Zidane has been unveiled as the new France manager, signing a four-year deal to succeed Didier Deschamps. The former Real Madrid coach revealed he rejected multiple offers during his five-year hiatus because the national team role was his sole ambition.