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Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti feels Napoli’s Antonio Conte ‘is right’ when he says the Bianconeri have a better infrastructure and is delighted that Jonathan David and Lois Openda have ‘improved in every aspect.’ Spalletti spoke to reporters at a press conference on Friday, on the eve of a Serie A match against Lecce. With Dusan Vlahovic out of action until …

Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti admits he doesn’t need new signings or a new contract this month: ‘ I only need to feel good about my work and about the people who collaborate with me on and off the pitch.’ Spalletti held a press conference on Friday, on the eve of a Serie A match against Lecce. The January transfer window …

Real Madrid attacker Rodrygo Goes has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months. The 24-year-old has struggled for regular opportunities at the Spanish club, and he wants to leave them. Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool are interested in the player, according to a report via SportWitness. The Brazilian is a dynamic attacker capable of operating …

Pescara Primavera midfielder Eliot Thelen is among those injured in the fire at Le Costellation in Cras-Montana, Switzerland: ‘I saw horrible things.’ Pescara Primavera midfielder Thelen, 18, was among those involved in a fire at Le Costellation in Cras-Montana, Switzerland, on New Year’s Eve. The blaze left more than 40 people dead and dozens of others with serious burn injuries. …

Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini is ‘pleased’ to return to Bergamo to face Atalanta despite some of his players not being fully fit and admits this January transfer window is ‘strange’ as ‘the big clubs are going all out.’ Gasperini previewed Roma’s away game at Atalanta at a press conference on Friday. “In terms of flu, we have Pellegrini and …

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Brazilian defender Souza from Santos. According to a report from Lucas Musetti, Tottenham have submitted an offer for the 19-year-old defender, but the proposal has been turned down. Santos are demanding €17 million to sell the player, and it will be interesting to see if the North London outfit returns with an improved …

Wolverhampton Wanderers find themselves in a position few clubs ever escape. After 18 Premier League matches, their campaign has descended into a statistical nightmare that places them alongside (and in some cases below) the division’s most notorious underperformers. While managerial change often offers a reset, Wolves’ early-season numbers suggest this season could drift beyond a simple relegation fight and into …

Juventus have confirmed the appointment of Marco Ottolini as their new sporting director. “Juventus is pleased to announce the appointment of Marco Ottolini as the Club’s new Sporting Director. Ottolini officially joined the Bianconeri organisation on 1 January 2026, reporting directly to Chief Executive Officer Damien Comolli,” Juventus said in a statement. “Marco Ottolini brings with him a wealth of …

Manor Solomon has undergone medical tests with Fiorentina, and the Tuscans will confirm his loan move from Tottenham in the coming hours. Tottenham-owned winger Solomon is the first January reinforcement for Fiorentina, and the 26-year-old underwent medical examinations in Florence on Friday morning. The Tuscans have posted the first picture of the Israeli international in the club’s training kit on …

Reports in Italy claim that Saudi side Al-Hilal have agreed to pay part of Joao Cancelo’s salary, so the Nerazzurri are now waiting for the green light from the Portuguese full-back. Cancelo could return to Inter during the January transfer window and his club Al-Hilal have agreed to pay part of his wages for the second part of the campaign. …

Liverpool manager Arne Slot did not sound too upbeat about his team’s season so far as he was asked to analyse where the Reds are at by this halfway stage of the campaign. Slot’s side were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw at home to Leeds United yesterday evening, and it’s fair to say the Dutch tactician was not feeling …

Liverpool are reportedly interested in the potential transfer of Real Madrid forward Rodrygo Goes, who could likely move for around €90m. The Brazil international has not been as much of a key player under new manager Xabi Alonso, who replaced Carlo Ancelotti in the summer. Rodrygo’s future is now uncertain, with Liverpool eager to swoop for the 24-year-old, and believing …

Fabrizio Romano says that Harvey Elliott is set to return to Liverpool from his loan spell at Aston Villa, before likely going out on loan again. The 22-year-old struggled for playing time at Anfield before moving on last summer, but he’s also failed to make any impact during his time at Villa Park. Liverpool will surely have been hoping for …

Milan have officially completed the signing of German striker Niclas Fullkrug on loan with an option to buy. In a statement on their official website, the Rossoneri confirmed their ‘delight’ at the German’s arrival and verified that the German will take the number nine shirt. The former Werder Bremen and Borussia Dortmund striker only joined the Hammers in 2024 but …

Lazio are already moving to reshape their attack following Valentin Castellanos’ departure, with Andrea Pinamonti emerging as a leading candidate to fill the void. Castellanos’ exit has now been finalised, with the Argentine set to join West Ham United in a deal worth around €30 million including bonuses. The striker has signed a long-term contract running until 2030, bringing an …