Newcastle United has officially appointed Sudarshan Gopaladesikan, known as 'Suds', as their new Technical Director. He brings a wealth of experience from successful stints at Atalanta and Benfica, where he significantly enhanced data-driven football operations. Suds will lead data initiatives across all club teams.
Ademola Lookman's transfer to Inter Milan is reportedly on the verge of completion with a €50M package. Atalanta is already preparing for his departure, with Federico Chiesa and a Liverpool winger being considered as potential replacements.
Federico Chiesa is reportedly on the verge of returning to Serie A with Atalanta, who are set to pay €12m. Liverpool may assist with his salary to facilitate the move as he eyes a three-year deal, replacing Lookman.
Jos Mourinho's Fenerbahce are reportedly keen on Inter's Hakan Calhanoglu (€30m). As interest mounts, Inter are weighing options like Granit Xhaka and Morten Frendrup for a potential midfield void.
Ademola Lookman is reportedly focused on a move to Inter, having previously dismissed Napoli's interest. The Nigerian forward is now awaiting final agreement between Atalanta and Inter to seal his preferred transfer.
Inter Milan has reportedly rebuffed bids from Manchester United and Atalanta for promising young striker Francesco Pio Esposito. The Nerazzurri maintain a long-term vision for the 20-year-old, who recently scored his debut goal.
Atletico Madrid is aggressively pursuing Atalanta's Ademola Lookman, tabling a substantial €30M offer plus Samuel Lino. This bold move aims to snatch the talented forward despite his personal agreement with Inter Milan, who remain at an impasse with Atalanta.
Inter Milan's pursuit of Ademola Lookman faces a €10M hurdle. Despite a €4M salary offer and a firm €40M bid, Atalanta demands €50M for the forward, while Inter rejects inquiries for their own starlet.
Inter director Piero Ausilio confirms strong interest in Atalanta's Ademola Lookman. He firmly denies Hakan Calhanoglu's Galatasaray move, asserting the midfielder is staying. Kristjan Asllani is set to leave for more playtime, with Sommer, Frattesi, and Thuram not for sale.
Inter Milan is reportedly accelerating talks for Ademola Lookman, aiming to finalize the transfer from Atalanta within 10 days. The Nerazzurri are keen to avoid a protracted saga, eyeing a swift €45-50m deal for the attacker.
