Milan and Napoli enquire Chelsea about Lukaku
With the departure of Olivier Giroud, AC Milan are actively seeking a new striker and have turned their attention to Romelu Lukaku, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.
AC Milan, known for their excellent relationship with Chelsea, have inquired about the possibility of loaning Lukaku. Despite their interest, the English club has made it clear that they are not open to another loan deal for the striker. This development leaves Milan in a challenging position as they consider their next steps.
In addition to AC Milan, Napoli has also expressed interest in Lukaku. Antonio Conte, who has previously worked with Lukaku, is keen on reuniting with the forward at Napoli. Lukaku and Conte have already had discussions about a potential move, highlighting the mutual interest between the player and the club.
Laporta reveals key transfer decision on Felix and Cancelo
Barcelona have already decided the future of loanees Joao Cancelo and Joao Felix, revealed club president Joan Laporta.
"We want them to continue for another season," Laporta said. "Deco is working on it and we have the news that Hansi Flick believes they can be important."
Aston Villa hold talks with Chelsea over move for Gallagher
Aston Villa have held talks with Chelsea about the possibility of signing Conor Gallagher in the summer transfer window.
'Not good news' - Laporta reacts to Mbappe's blockbuster Real move
Joan Laporta admitted that Kylian Mbappe's Real Madrid move is "not good news" for Barcelona but also took a dig at their rivals' transfer strategy.
Kompany's dad reveals three Premier League clubs wanted him
New Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany was wanted by three Premier League clubs before joining the Bavarian giants, according to his father.
'Chucky' Lozano set to leave PSV in January and join San Diego
Mexico and PSV winger Hirving Lozano is set to leave the Eredivisie club in the January transfer window and move to MLS.
FA recommends lifetime ban for Paqueta over betting breaches
West Ham star Lucas Paqueta could be hit with a lifetime ban from football if found guilty of breaching Football Association betting rules.
Man City inform Barca about Cancelo price tag
Manchester City have informed Barcelona about Joao Cancelo's price tag as the Arsenal and Chelsea target makes a final decision on his future.
Rooney didn't put Brady off! Lampard holds Birmingham talks
A failed experiment with Wayne Rooney clearly did not put Tom Brady and Birmingham off, with the Blues reportedly now in talks with Frank Lampard.
According to Football Insider, another Premier League icon and former England international is registering on Birmingham's radar. It is claimed that talks have been held with Frank Lampard, with those discussions progressing positively enough that he is considered to be a leading candidate on the Blues' shortlist.
Juventus suggest swap deal between Aston Villa's Luiz and McKennie
McKennie has just 12 months left to run on his contract at Juve, with no extension agreed as yet, and that has generated plenty of exit talk with another recruitment window swinging open. He has been linked with teams across Europe, including a number in England.
Villa are said to be one of his many suitors – as they prepare to join the Champions League ranks in 2024-25 – and Gianluca Di Marzio claims that a part-exchange deal is being considered. Juve are keen on Brazil international Luiz and would be willing to offer McKennie as part of a deal for the €60 million-rated (£51m/$65m) South American.
Kylian Mbappe to receive eye-popping signing-on bonus in Madrid
Kylian Mbappe has finally completed his move to Real Madrid, with the World Cup winner set to land an eye-popping €150m signing-on bonus in that deal.
The terms of Mbappe's lucrative contract in Paris mean that he will be taking a pay cut when making his way to Madrid. The 25-year-old will, however, still be earning €15m (£13m/$16m) a season while seeing a €150m (£128m/$163m) signing-on bonus paid in instalments over the course of his five-year contract.
Man Utd see £51m Joao Neves bid rejected
Joao Neves of Benfica has been linked to Manchester United in recent weeks, and rumour has it that Neves has a €120 million release (£102.1m/$130.5m) clause.
Portuguese newspaper Record has claimed that Manchester United have made an offer of €60 million (£51m/$65.2m) for the midfield player, but Benfica director Rui Costa turned it down. According to Record, Costa would not begin talks "for a sum below €100m".
Chelsea, Manchester City, Liverpool, PSG and Bayern Munich are all credited with interest in the youngster but the Red Devils remain the favourites.
Interim boss Stephen Frail expects Motherwell to appoint a new manager next week and admits their first job will be to lift the players’ confidence after a 3-0 mauling at home to Ross County.A double from Ronan Hale and Connor Randall’s last-minute strike secured an impressive victory for the Staggies at Fir Park.Defeat sees the Steelmen drop into the bottom half of the Premiership tab...

Mark Hughes heaped praise on goalkeeper Gabe Breeze after Carlisle picked up a vital point in the League Two relegation battle with a goalless draw against in-form Colchester at Brunton Park.Breeze made two excellent saves from Lyle Taylor as the Cumbrians ended a four-game losing run and the former Man City boss was astounded by the 21-year-old’s performance.He said: “The game had som...

Chesterfield boss Paul Cook launched a scathing attack on his play-off hopefuls after they surrendered an early lead to lose 3-1 at Sky Bet League Two table-toppers Walsall.The Spireites enjoyed a rapid start when Jamie Grimes’ eighth-minute header put them ahead against a wobbling Walsall side, who were winless in five matches with the chasing pack closing in.However, Bim Pepple and Dylan D...

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has allayed fears of an injury scare to top scorer Erling Haaland ahead of next week’s Champions League trip to Real Madrid.Haaland went down clutching his leg in the latter stages of the champions’ 4-0 Premier League thrashing of Newcastle at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday and was immediately substituted.Losing the Norwegian would be a major blow to ...

Rotherham manager Steve Evans described Thomas Parsons’ performance as “atrocious” after the referee awarded a stoppage-time penalty from which Reading snatched a 2-1 victory in League One.Reading had led 1-0 at half-time through top scorer Harvey Knibbs but Sam Nombe levelled for Rotherham from a spot-kick in the 57th minute.With the game heading for a draw, Parsons adjudged Mil...

Michael Flynn believes his team can make a charge towards the League Two play-offs places after watching them come from 2-0 down to beat Barrow 3-2 at home.Matty Taylor scored twice before fellow substitute Ashley Hay hit the winner as the Robins continued their perfect home record in 2025.Cheltenham climbed to 13th in the table and sit eight points off seventh-placed Crewe with two games in hand....

Birmingham manager Chris Davies praised Jay Stansfield’s work ethic after he lit up St Andrew’s with the only goal of a 1-0 win to sink play-off chasing Charlton.Stansfield’s 23rd-minute strike stretched City’s lead to nine points ahead of second-placed Wycombe, with Blues boasting a game in hand.Victory was City’s 30th in all competitions as they extended their unbea...

Andoni Iraola refused to get carried away after Bournemouth fans were left dreaming of a potential Champions League adventure following a first league double over south-coast rivals Southampton.Travelling Cherries fans chanted of playing in European football’s premier competition next season after their side soared to fifth spot in the Premier League table thanks to a deserved 3-1 success at...

Norwich head coach Johannes Hoff Thorup praised his side for fighting back to draw 1-1 at Hull after he demanded “I want to see my football team back”.The Norwich boss had some tough words for his team as they trailed 1-0 at half-time to the relegation-threatened side, including for Kellen Fisher – but the player then delivered the assist for Josh Sargent’s equaliser.The Un...

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says Jota has a chance of starting against Bayern Munich after scoring and impressing in a 3-0 victory over Dundee United.Jota earned the club’s man-of-the-match award after cutting in from the left and curling home from 18 yards to double the lead given to the hosts by another impressive finish from Callum McGregor.The Portuguese winger has now started two gam...


