The race for Palmeiras midfielder Richard Rios heats up as Roma, Nottingham Forest, and Benfica escalate their bids. Coveted by new Roma coach Gasperini, Rios's value soared past €30m after his Club World Cup heroics.
Several key Italian players, including Federico Chiesa and Giorgio Scalvini, are reportedly on the cusp of significant club transfers this summer, aiming to secure more playing time and solidify their spots for Italy's 2026 World Cup bid.
Bologna CEO Claudio Fenucci confirmed defender Sam Beukema's wish to join Napoli, leading to his imminent transfer. However, Fenucci clarified Dan Ndoye made no such request, asserting the club doesn't plan further sales as they welcome new signings like Ciro Immobile.
Former Man Utd captain Ashley Young details his 2020 move to Inter Milan, revealing Antonio Conte's crucial phone call and a surprising last-minute contract offer from Old Trafford before his Serie A title win.
Victor Osimhen's €75m move to Galatasaray stalls over payment terms and a hefty 20% sell-on clause demanded by Napoli. The star striker is reportedly avoiding pre-season amidst the ongoing transfer drama.
Belgian defender Koni De Winter appears set for Inter Milan, opting for the Nerazzurri over Tottenham. A €25m deal is reportedly close, pending Inter's sales to free up squad space for the 23-year-old talent.
Manchester City's midfield prodigy, James McAtee, is eyeing regular first-team football. Strongly linked with Serie A clubs Atalanta, Milan, and Fiorentina, the England U21 champion has now surprisingly toured Eintracht Frankfurt's facilities, sparking transfer speculation.
AC Milan faces a defensive headache as their pre-season tour kicks off with a severe full-back shortage. Coach Max Allegri is forced to improvise, with Alexis Saelemaekers and Tommaso Pobega potentially filling unfamiliar roles amidst ongoing transfer struggles.
PSG's Gianluigi Donnarumma reflects on their Club World Cup final loss to Chelsea in New York. Meanwhile, his agent Enzo Raiola clarifies Inter Milan talks, stating discussions were only for U23 players, despite ongoing speculation.
Real Madrid icon Luka Modric, 39, has officially joined AC Milan on a one-year deal, extending his illustrious career past his 40th birthday. The Ballon d'Or winner is now targeting a spot in Croatia's 2026 World Cup squad.
