Atletico Madrid continues its dynamic summer overhaul with Nahuel Molina potentially heading to Juventus, while Saul Niguez is set for Flamengo. The club balances new signings with strategic exits, aiming to optimize its squad and non-European player slots.
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.
