Italian football is gripped by a match-fixing scandal involving a top referee official and Inter Milan’s club referee manager. Here is what this mysterious job actually involves.
Leeds United moved nine points clear of the relegation zone after defeating Burnley 3-1 at Elland Road, with Anton Stach’s spectacular strike inspiring a crucial victory in their battle for Premier League survival.
Liverpool FC are weighing up a summer move for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, while Manchester United plan to sell nine players and Arsenal call in external help for their injury crisis.
Bayern Munich have reignited their pursuit of Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi to fill the gap left by Leon Goretzka’s departure, but Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester United are also keen on the France Under-21 captain.
Former Slovakia head coach Francesco Calzona confirms he wants a return to club football with Italy his preferred destination, while praising Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s Ballon d’Or potential.
Napoli are willing to sell striker Romelu Lukaku for €20 million this summer, paving the way for a potential return to the Premier League amid the player’s ongoing fitness struggles.
Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has been offered to AC Milan after switching to the same agency as former Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri, with the Brazilian seeking more playing time away from the Emirates.
Jose Mourinho has dismissed speculation linking him with a return to Real Madrid, insisting no official approach has been made despite reports placing him as the favourite to replace Alvaro Arbeloa.
Chelsea host Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge on Monday seeking to end a five-match losing run, while the visitors aim to extend their unbeaten streak and boost survival hopes.