AC Milan's persistent right-back hunt faces another twist. Despite positive medical tests, Marc Pubill is reportedly off the radar due to price, with the Rossoneri now prioritizing Strasbourg's Guela Dou, a target also eyed by Chelsea.
Sporting CP's fresh bid for Alberto Costa hits a wall. Juventus plans to keep the full-back, with Coach Igor Tudor impressed by his FIFA Club World Cup displays. A transfer now seems unlikely, despite a reported €13m offer from Sporting.
Hansi Flick's no-nonsense approach hit Barcelona early, with Hector Fort arriving late for medicals post-Lamine Yamal's birthday. This could see the young defender benched, given Flick's history of punishing tardiness.
Lecce are reportedly closing in on a €500k deal for Chilean U20 right-back Matias Perez from Curic Unido. This move aligns with director Pantaleo Corvino's strategy of signing young, promising talents.
Lazio's Romano Floriani Mussolini, great-grandson of Benito, is on the verge of a Serie A move to newly-promoted Cremonese. After loan spells, the 22-year-old right-back eyes his top-flight debut, with Lazio set to retain his contract.
Crystal Palace are leading the race to sign free agent Davide Calabria. The former Milan and Bologna right-back is attracting significant interest from La Liga clubs, but Palace aims to secure his signature imminently.
Hellas Verona's versatile full-back Jackson Tchatchoua is attracting keen interest from Everton, Wolves, Galatasaray, and Marseille following a stellar Serie A season. Galatasaray has reportedly made the strongest approach, offering €8-9m for the talented 23-year-old.
Napoli's pursuit of Spanish U21 international Juanlu Sanchez is stalling as Sevilla holds firm on their €20 million valuation. Napoli's current offer of €14 million (including bonuses) is significantly lower, creating a transfer standoff.
Inter defender Denzel Dumfries could join Barcelona, with new agent Jorge Mendes actively facilitating the move. Barcelona must act quickly as his €25m release clause expires July 15, risking a price hike to €30m. Inter is already eyeing replacements.
Inter Milan star Denzel Dumfries has a surprisingly low release clause, starting at €20m and increasing to €30m by July 15. Despite this potential bargain for the Dutch international, Inter remains calm, noting a lack of major approaches.
