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Manchester United legend Darren Fletcher reportedly turned down the chance to continue with a role in the first-team coaching staff under Michael Carrick. According to Laurie Whitwell of the Athletic, Man Utd are closing in on hiring Carrick as interim manager, but Fletcher has decided to return to a role with the club’s Under-18s. The former Scotland international had been …

Rafael Leao is not fully fit, so it remains to be seen whether he’ll be available on Thursday, when the Rossoneri visit Como in Serie A. Milan might be forced to cope without Rafael Leao in their next Serie A match against Como. According to Gazzetta, the Portuguese is still dealing with a problem in his right adductor, so Massimiliano …

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Napoli have reached an agreement with the agents of João Gomes for next season, but the Partenopei still need to strike a deal with Wolves. Napoli have reached an agreement with Wolves midfielder João Gomes for a transfer to the Stadio Maradona in 2026-27. According to Gazzetta, Napoli director Giovanni Manna is a big …

Former Juventus striker Alessandro Matri says Luciano Spalletti ‘needs’ Jonathan David as the Canada international ‘feels the goal’ and ‘knows how to move inside the box.’ David scored his second consecutive goal in Serie A, the fifth across all competitions this season, on Monday, in a 5-0 win over Cremonese. David already scored and assisted in the previous match against …

Radu Dragusin wants to join Roma in the January transfer window, and according to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Tottenham want to include a performance-related obligation to buy in the deal. Roma continue negotiations for Tottenham defender Dragusin, and Gazzetta provides the latest updates on the deal. The agent of the Romanian centre-back confirmed last week that a move to the …

Antonio Conte praised his Napoli players after a 2-2 draw against Inter on Sunday: ‘You showed who you are,’ the Italian tactician said, according to Il Mattino. Napoli coach Conte was delighted with his players’ performance in a 2-2 draw against Inter at San Siro on Sunday. “You were a proper team, and you showed who you are,” Conte reportedly …

Reports in Italy claim that Atletico Madrid striker Giacomo Raspadori will join Atalanta on a permanent deal exceeding €22m. Italy international Raspadori is set to join Atalanta on a permanent transfer from Atletico Madrid. Sky Sport Italia and Gazzetta are among the Italian sources reporting that the ex-Napoli striker has snubbed a move to Roma, deciding to join Atalanta instead. …

Fabio Capello refuses to blame Massimiliano Allegri for Milan’s poor results against small teams: ‘He’s far too experienced and clever…’ Milan remain in the race to win the title, but have dropped points multiple times against teams in the bottom half of the table. The Rossoneri have only earned two points against newly promoted sides Sassuolo, Cremonese and Pisa and …

Michael Carrick is preparing to assemble a familiar and trusted coaching team as he closes in on becoming Manchester United’s interim manager, with Jonathan Woodgate expected to join him at Old Trafford, according to Ben Jacobs. Woodgate previously worked alongside Carrick at Middlesbrough, where the pair earned praise for implementing a progressive style of play and guiding the club into …

Bayern Munich have emerged as frontrunners in the increasingly competitive race to sign Marc Guéhi, with FootMercato reporting that the Crystal Palace captain favours a move to Germany over remaining in the Premier League. The 25-year-old England international, one of the most sought-after defenders in Europe, is expected to leave Selhurst Park when his contract expires at the end of …

Chivu tries to run away, Conte believes in the bis Nerazzurri rest before Lecce. The defending champions’ coach fears a two-game ban. Yildiz turns on the team again. David scores: ‘Now there’s trust.’ Spalletti gets on the Scudetto train. Leao at risk, but wants to be present. Capello: ‘Beware of the fourth spot.’ Roma-Toro in Coppa Italia: Gasp, Vaz arrives, …

Commonly discussed as the best league in the world, the English Premier League is home to some of world football’s biggest and most supported teams. Because of this, the league attracts significant sponsorship and interest, generating millions each year for the 20 clubs that compete in it. While the modern game has a strong focus on European qualification, and leagues …

Juventus are exploring the possibility of bringing Federico Chiesa back to Turin on loan, but Liverpool have made it clear they will only consider a permanent transfer, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. The Italian international, once one of Serie A’s most electrifying attackers, is now facing an uncertain future at Anfield as he struggles for regular minutes under Arne …

Real Madrid are seriously considering Jürgen Klopp as a potential long-term managerial solution, with the idea of appointing him ahead of the 2026/27 season, according to journalist Sacha Tavolieri. While no formal steps have been taken, senior figures at the club are aware that Klopp, now several months removed from frontline coaching, may be open to a return, as he …

Conor Gallagher is expected to fly to England on Tuesday to undergo his medical and finalise the remaining details of a long-term contract ahead of completing his move to Tottenham, according to The Athletic. A €40 million permanent agreement is already in place between Spurs and Atlético Madrid. Tottenham have moved swiftly to secure the 25-year-old midfielder, accelerating negotiations after …