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.
Serie A newcomers Pisa are making significant moves in the transfer market. Under new coach Alberto Gilardino, they've secured defender Daniel Denoon from FC Zurich and are now targeting Mariano Troilo and Napoli's Giovanni Simeone to bolster their squad for the top flight.
Sunderland is reportedly preparing a substantial £20M bid for Bologna's Colombian defender Jhon Lucumi. With top clubs also interested, the Black Cats aim to strengthen their squad with the Champions League-bound star.
Sam Beukema's €30m move to Napoli is slightly delayed, with his medical now set for Wednesday. Agent commission payment schedules are the hold-up, as Noa Lang already completed his €25m transfer tests for the reigning champions.
A fierce transfer battle erupts for Palmeiras star Richard Rios. Benfica's significant bid, coupled with the player's preference, poses a major challenge to Roma's pursuit, sparking an intense bidding war.
Inter and Club Brugge are clashing over Aleksandar Stankovic's buy-back clause value (€25M vs €30M) and validity (2027 vs current season end) for his €10M transfer, halting the deal for Dejan Stankovic's son.
Approximately 10,000 Lazio fans protested in Rome against President Claudio Lotito, citing financial troubles and a stalled stadium project. The club faces a transfer embargo until 2026, fueling widespread discontent.
Alvaro Morata has surprisingly begun pre-season training with Galatasaray, despite previous reports of a move to Como. An unresolved loan termination and Malick Thiaw's refusal complicate his future, leaving his next destination uncertain.
Juventus has successfully secured Francisco Conceicao from FC Porto for €32m, paid in installments. The deal, higher than his initial release clause, was sealed just before a price hike, with Conceicao forfeiting part of his cut to ensure the move.
Juventus has significantly increased their offer for Manchester United's Jadon Sancho to €15m, edging closer to the Red Devils' asking price. With personal terms already agreed, the winger's move to Turin seems increasingly likely despite his high salary and current contract situation.
