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Lookman emerges as new Inter priority in attack

16Jul

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Lookman emerges as new Inter priority in attack

Ademola Lookman participates in the match between Atalanta BC and FC Internazionale, Serie A, at Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo, Italy, on March 16, 2025. (Photo by Alessio Morgese/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Corriere dello Sport reports that Atalanta striker Ademola Lookman has emerged as Inter’s top priority target in attack, but the Nigerian star comes with a €50m price tag.Atalanta star striker Lookman is Inter’s primary target to strengthen their attack, reports Corriere dello Sport. Inter target €50m Atalanta star Lookman The Italian newspaper confirms that Lookman’s price tag is €50m, but Inter will try to lower Atalanta’s demands, given that the spending limit for a new forward is around €35m.Corriere dello Sport confirms that RB Leipzig’s Lois Openda is also on Inter’s agenda, ...

Juventus agree to deal to sign Francisco Conceicao permanently

16Jul

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Juventus agree to deal to sign Francisco Conceicao permanently

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JULY 1: Francisco Conceicao of Juventus on the pitch during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 round of 16 match between Real Madrid CF and Juventus Turin at Hard Rock Stadium on July 1, 2025 in Miami Gardens, United States. On the final day in which his release clause was reportedly sitting at €30 million, Juventus agreed to make an investment that secured Francisco Conceicao’s future. And with a couple of extra euros thrown in, too. According to just about every source in the Italian media, Juventus and Porto have agreed to a deal that will see the Bianconeri sign Conceição on a permanent basis after the diminutive Portuguese winger spent the 2024-25 season on loan in Turin. Rather than paying the €30 million release clause, Juventus will end up forking over €32 millio...

15Jul

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AC Milan confirm Modric arrival

MILAN, ITALY - JULY 14: New AC Milan player Luka Modric is seen during his first photoshoot with the club at Casa Milan on July 14, 2025 in Milan, Italy. Croatia captain Luka Modric has signed a one-year deal with AC Milan at the age of 39, the Italian club said on Monday. Last week, Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri said the 2018 Ballon d'Or winner would head to the San Siro from Real Madrid after the Club World Cup. Modric, who turns 40 in September, joined Madrid from Tottenham in 2012 and had been linked with a move to Italy since early June, after announcing he would leave the Spanish giants at the end of his contract. "AC Milan are delighted to announce Luka Modric has signed a contract with the club until 30 June 2026 with an option for a one-year extension until 30 June 2027," t...

Andrea Di Siena signs first professional contract with Milan

14Jul

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Andrea Di Siena signs first professional contract with Milan

BAGNO A RIPOLI, ITALY - MAY 24: Andrea Di Siena of AC Milan U20 in action during the Primavera 1 Quarter-final match between Sassuolo U20 and AC Milan U20 on May 24, 2025 in Bagno a Ripoli, Italy. AC Milan have announced that Andrea Di Siena, the young forward, has put pen to paper on his first professional deal. There has been a lot done for the Milan Futuro team this summer, showing that the Rossoneri are still looking to keep the project running strongly, despite their relegation. So, the latest step has been to sort extensions. Matteo Pittarella signed a deal earlier this week, whilst more importantly, Massimo Oddo renewed his deal too. On the club’s website, it was announced that Di Siena had signed his first professional deal with the club, after spending the past five seasons in...

Juventus make Rashford their top summer target

13Jul

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Juventus make Rashford their top summer target

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 29: Marcus Rashford of Manchester United takes part ind the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 League Phase MD8 training and press conference at the Carrington Training complex on January 29, 2025 in Manchester, England. Marcus Rashford’s name keeps on popping up in the rumor mill and this time it’s with talk of a move to Serie A giants Juventus. A new shiny ‘exclusive’ update from none other than The Sun claims that the Turin club have made Rashford their “No. 1 transfer target.” The word is that Juve are stepping up plans to land Rashford and are “desperate to secure” his signature in time for the start of the season. Of course, there’s no mention of how Juve are planning on paying his ridiculous wages, but The Sun won’t let that get in the way of a good rumor....

Juventus fielding Mbangula and Alberto Costa offers

12Jul

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Juventus fielding Mbangula and Alberto Costa offers

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 22: Samuel Mbangula of Juventus during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group G match between Juventus FC and Wydad AC at Lincoln Financial Field on June 22, 2025 in Philadelphia, United States. Juventus are fielding new offers from Werder Bremen for Samuel Mbangula, while Sporting CP are given a price tag for Alberto Costa. The Bianconeri need to cut down some of the squad members who are not part of coach Igor Tudor’s plans before they can reinvest in new signings. That includes Mbangula, who was already meant to be heading to Nottingham Forest along with Timothy Weah, until both players refused the destination. The Belgian winger remains on the way out, as Sky Sport Italia transfer pundit Gianluca Di Marzio claims that Werder Bremen have stepped up wit...

Juventus hope for Saudi offer for Nico Gonzalez

11Jul

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Juventus hope for Saudi offer for Nico Gonzalez

TURIN, ITALY - MAY 18: Nicolas Gonzalez of Juventus celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the Serie A match between Juventus and Udinese at Allianz Syadium on May 18, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Daniele Badolato - Juventus FC/Juventus FC via Getty Images) Nico Gonzalez is not part of Juventus’ plans and according to Tuttosport, the Bianconeri hope to receive an offer from the Saudi Pro League in the coming weeks.Juventus are ready to listen to offers for Nico Gonzalez. The Argentine winger moved to Turin for €33m last summer. It was a paid €8m loan plus an obligation to buy for €25m. Nico, however, has struggled to justify his price tag in Turin, scoring five goals and providing four assists in 38 appearances across all competitions in his first and only season...

Theo Hernandez leaves Milan and joins Al-Hilal on a permanent basis

11Jul

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Theo Hernandez leaves Milan and joins Al-Hilal on a permanent basis

GENOA, ITALY - MAY 5: Theo Hernandez of Milan looks on during a warm-up session prior to kick-off in the Serie A match between Genoa and AC Milan at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on May 5, 2025 in Genoa, Italy. Theo Hernandez’s time at Milan has come to an end as he starts a new adventure in Saudi Arabia. Theo was without a doubt one of the biggest stars and most influential players at Milan in recent years, turning into one of the best left-backs in world football. However, the last couple of years have been rough for Theo on a sporting level and his level dropped. With a deal expiring in 2026, the club chose not to offer him a new contract and today (Thursday), his exit became official. “Milan can confirm that Theo Bernard François Hernández has joined Al-Hilal SFC on a permanent basis. The Club...

Modric to join Milan after Club World Cup – Allegri

8Jul

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Modric to join Milan after Club World Cup – Allegri

Luka Modric central midfield of Real Madrid and Croatia during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 quarter final match between Real Madrid CF and Borussia Dortmund at MetLife Stadium on July 5, 2025 in East Rutherford, United States. AC Milan head coach Massimiliano Allegri confirmed the transfer of Croatian midfielder Luka Modric to the Italian club after the Club World Cup. Real Madrid did not extend Modric's contract, and he will leave the team after the tournament. The Croatian, who joined the "Blancos" in 2012, will leave the team after the Club World Cup, which starts on June 18 in the USA. Real advanced to the 1/2 finals of the Club World Cup, beating Borussia Dortmund (3:2), where they will face Paris Saint-Germain, who defeated Bayern Munich in the 1/4 finals. The match will ...

7Jul

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Nicolas Kuhn Jets Off to Como

DUNDEE, SCOTLAND - APRIL 26: Celtic's Nicolas Kuhn celebrates after scoring to make it 2-0 during a William Hill Premiership match between Dundee Utd and Celtic at the CalForth Construction Arena at Tannadice Park, on April 26, 2025, in Dundee, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Williamson/SNS Group via Getty Images) Nicolas Kuhn is on his way to Italy to finalise his €20 million move from Celtic to ambitious Serie A side Como. The German winger has been pictured on a private jet alongside his agent Fabian Dingler, as he travels to Lombardy to undergo a medical and complete the formalities of his switch. As reported last week, Celtic struck an agreement with Como that will see them net a significant profit on the player they signed for just £3 million from Rapid Vienna in January 2024. ...

Juventus hope Ederson can be involved in Nico Gonzalez swap deal

5Jul

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Juventus hope Ederson can be involved in Nico Gonzalez swap deal

The Atalanta player Ederson during the match Napoli-Atalanta at Diego Armando Maradona stadium on November 3, 2024 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Massimo Insabato/Archivio Massimo Insabato/Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Images) It is not just Inter who are pursuing Atalanta midfielder Ederson, as Juventus will reportedly propose Nico Gonzalez and others as part of a swap deal. We already had reports that the Nerazzurri saw Ederson as the first choice to take over from want-away Hakan Calhanoglu in their midfield, if an agreement can be reached for the sale to Galatasaray. However, the Brazil international is attracting interest from elsewhere in Serie A too, as Juventus are also ready to make an offer. Nico Gonzalez part of Juve bid for Ederson According to Calciomercato.it, the...

5Jul

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Besiktas Make Napoli Cajuste Loan Offer

Ipswich Town's Jens Cajuste takes a throw-in during the Premier League match at Portman Road, Ipswich. Picture date: Saturday April 5, 2025. (Photo by Bradley Collyer/PA Images via Getty Images) Besiktas are reported to made a loan offer including an option to buy to Napoli for ex-Blues loanee Jens Cajuste.TWTD revealed that the Turkish side were leading the chase for the Sweden international a week ago. Now, Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano is reporting that the Istanbul club has offered €1 million (£863, 000) loan fee plus an €6.5 million (£6.5 million) buy option to the Serie A champions for the midfielder. Cajuste impressed for Town while on loan during 2024/25 and the Blues are among those who have made an approach this summer, but with manager Kieran McKenna having admitte...

Top Milan talent tipped for loan exit in key move for development

3Jul

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Top Milan talent tipped for loan exit in key move for development

BAGNO A RIPOLI, ITALY - MAY 24: Mattia Liberali of AC Milan U20 in action during the Primavera 1 Quarter-final match between Sassuolo U20 and AC Milan U20 on May 24, 2025 in Bagno a Ripoli, Italy. AC Milan youngster Mattia Liberali could reportedly join Parma on loan with contact said to have made over a potential deal. The 18-year-old has emerged as one of the top young talents to come through the youth ranks at the club in recent years, and he’s made one appearance at senior level as he continues to strive to make a more meaningful breakthrough. In order to test himself at a higher level and to help improve and develop his game with a more prominent role and regular playing time, Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Liberali could join Parma on loan for the upcoming season. It’s added that co...

Milan set date for Ricci medical and contract signing

1Jul

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Milan set date for Ricci medical and contract signing

Samuele Ricci of Italy during the FIFA 2026 Qualifier match between Italy and Moldova at Mapei Stadium on June 09, 2025 in Reggio Emilia, Italy. (Photo by Giuseppe Maffia/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Italy international Samuele Ricci is expected to undergo his medical and sign the necessary documents to become a new Milan player by the end of the week, as the Rossoneri close in on their first permanent arrival of the 2025 summer transfer window. Ricci is expected to move to Milan from Torino by the end of the week after the two clubs shook hands over a €25m deal, worth €23m guaranteed and up to €2m in additional bonuses. The 23-year-old is expected to put pen to paper on a four-year contract with an option for an additional 12 months, reportedly worth around €2.5m per season in wages...

Lautaro Martínez calls out team saying ‘whoever does not want to stay should go’ in Club World Cup

1Jul

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Lautaro Martínez calls out team saying ‘whoever does not want to stay should go’ in Club World Cup

Lautaro Martinez centre-forward of Internazionale and Argentina during the warm-up before the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between CF Monterrey and FC Internazionale Milano at Rose Bowl Stadium on June 17, 2025 in Pasadena, California. Fluminense stunned Inter Milan 2-0 in the Club World Cup round of 16, prompting Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martínez to criticize his teammates publicly after the loss. "Whoever wants to stay, stay; whoever does not want to stay should go," Martínez told DAZN after the match. "I have seen a lot of things that I didn´t like. I want to win." The forward´s comments come after an 11 monthlong season where they ended runners-up in both the Champions League and the Serie A. Inter Milan appointed former defender Cristian Chivu as head coach following thei...

Roma aim to complete Tammy Abraham move to Besiktas

30Jun

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Roma aim to complete Tammy Abraham move to Besiktas

Tammy Abraham of AC Milan is in action during the Serie A match between US Lecce and AC Milan in Lecce, Italy, on March 8, 2025. Roma are working to finalise an agreement with Besiktas over Tammy Abraham’s transfer as the Turkish side’s offer is €4-€5m short of the Giallorossi’s demands. English striker Abraham is on the verge of joining Besiktas from Roma, and the two clubs are in talks to finalise an agreement by the end of the day. Roma working on Abraham’s sale to Besiktas Roma are required to make a profit by the formal end of the season today to avoid Financial Fair Play sanctions. Sources with direct knowledge of the matter tell me that Roma demanded €20m for the English striker, but Besiktas’ offer was €4 4m-€5m lower than that, so the two clubs are now in talks to close the gap. A...

Inter team news: Thuram injury boost, Pio Esposito issue, four return to Europe

29Jun

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Inter team news: Thuram injury boost, Pio Esposito issue, four return to Europe

MUNICH, GERMANY - MAY 31: Marcus Thuram centre-forward of Internazionale and France competes for the ball with Joao Neves defensive midfield of PSG and Portugal during the UEFA Champions League Final 2025 between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Internazionale Milano at Allianz Arena on May 31, 2025 in Munich, Germany. Marcus Thuram has completed a full training session with the Inter squad and is available to face Fluminense, but Francesco Pio Esposito is dealing with a muscle injury, and Hakan Calhanoglu, Piotr Zielinski, Benjamin Pavard, and Yann Bisseck have returned to Europe. Inter are preparing to face Fluminense in the Club World Cup Round of 16. Date and kick-off time for Inter vs Fluminense The match will take place at the Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, 15:00 (21:00 CET) on Monday...

Juventus Winger Rejects Nottingham Forest After Juventus Agree €22m Deal

28Jun

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Juventus Winger Rejects Nottingham Forest After Juventus Agree €22m Deal

Juventus forward Timothy Weah (22) plays during the Serie A football match number 32 between Juventus and Lecce at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, Piedmont, Italy, on April 12, 2025. Nottingham Forest’s efforts to secure Timothy Weah’s signature have come to a halt, after the United States international rejected the club’s contract proposal. As reported by ESPN, Forest and Juventus had reached a €22 million agreement, which also included winger Samuel Mbangula. Yet Weah has opted to “wait for other opportunities away from Turin”. The 25-year-old forward, once heralded for his promise, is now at a crossroads. Juventus, according to ESPN sources, are “keen to offload Weah and make space for new signings”, despite having three years left on his deal. The Serie A side initially brought him in fr...

Roma want to bring Kessié back to Serie A

25Jun

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Roma want to bring Kessié back to Serie A

In Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on June 7, Cote D'Ivoire midfielder Frank Kessie participates in the 2025 Canadian Shield Tournament game between Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) and New Zealand at BMO Field. Sky Sport Italia reports that Roma want to bring Franck Kessié back to Serie A from Al-Ahli, but the Giallorossi must find a way to finance the deal. Roma are interested in ex-Milan and Atalanta star Kessié, according to Sky Sport Italia. The Ivory Coast international is under contract with Al-Ahli until June 2026. According to the report, Roma have not yet made official contact with Al-Ahli, but are discussing internally the cost of a potential deal, including both the transfer fee and salary. Roma dealing with FFP regulations The Giallorossi are also due to earn at least €11m by the end of ...

Inter Milan Won’t Activate Buyback Option Of Bologna Youngster

25Jun

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Inter Milan Won’t Activate Buyback Option Of Bologna Youngster

BOLOGNA, ITALY - APRIL 24: Giovanni Fabbian of Bologna celebrates his goal during the coppa Italia Semi Final match between Bologna FC and Empoli at Renato Dall'Ara Stadium on April 24, 2025 in Bologna, Italy. Serie A giants Inter Milan have reportedly decided against re-signing Bologna talent Giovanni Fabbian. Per Stadio via FCInterNews, they’ve opted not to trigger the buyback clause inserted in the deal struck in 2023. Inter sold Giovanni Fabbian to Bologna two years ago. Furthermore, they shrewdly included a €12 million buyback clause in the agreement. However, little did anyone know the Nerazzurri would decide not to take it two years later. Inter Milan Refuse to Re-Sign Giovanni Fabbian from Bologna Bologna spent a meager €5m to sign the 22-year-old. Therefore, sporting director Giov...