Mateo Retegui is set for a staggering €67M move to Saudi's Al-Qadsiah from Atalanta, sparking concerns about his Italy national team spot. However, reports suggest his Azzurri future remains bright despite the Middle East switch, with coaches unconcerned by league standards.
The football world is heartbroken by the tragic passing of Liverpool and Portugal star Diogo Jota, 28, and his brother Andre Silva, 26, in a car crash in Spain. Tributes have poured in globally, with a minute of silence observed at the Club World Cup in a poignant moment.
Real Madrid kicked off their Club World Cup campaign with a dramatic 1-1 draw against Al-Hilal in Miami. Trent Alexander-Arnold debuted, while Federico Valverde's late penalty was saved, denying Xabi Alonso a debut win.
Once a Wolves loanee scoring at non-league Chorley, Vitinha is now hailed by Luis Enrique as the world's best midfielder. Poised for Champions League glory with PSG, his journey, as recalled by Conor Coady, highlights resilience and undeniable talent.
