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Bournemouth striker Antoine Semenyo has reportedly left the Black Stars camp for personal reasons and will be unavailable for Ghana’s international friendly against South Korea on Tuesday.Semenyo, who captained the team in Friday’s 2-0 defeat to Japan in the Kirin Challenge Cup, will not feature in the upcoming match after leaving the team’s camp in Seoul.The departure comes at a time when the Black Stars are managing several key absences, with players like Jordan Ayew, Thomas Partey, Mohammed Kudus and Alexander Djiku not making the trip for various reasons.The 25-year-old forward has been a central figure for Ghana in recent years, scoring three goals in 32 appearances for the national team. His leadership in the Kirin Challenge Cup match against Japan was notable, as he led a young and injury-hit squad through a challenging encounter.Semenyo’s absence will require coach Otto Addo to adjust his attacking options and leadership structure ahead of the friendly against South Korea, which is part of Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.According to reports, the forward’s focus is expected to shift back to his club duties at Bournemouth, with his future linked to several top European...

Napoli are turning their focus towards Feyenoord’s Quinten Timber in the search for a new midfielder in January, as his contract is running down.

Turkish media report that Fenerbahce have sent directors to attend Italy vs. Norway this evening, scouting players from both nations for future transfers.

Slovakia coach Francesco Calzona admits that seeing Italy involved in the World Cup playoffs is a ‘paradox’ and would not be happy to meet the Azzurri in the next qualification phase.

Former Italian defender Moris Carrozzieri reveals he had signed a five-year contract with Milan in 2009, but his transfer collapsed after he tested positive for cocaine.

Italy World Cup winner Gianluca Zambrotta believes that Norway’s outstanding attacking performance has been the key factor setting them apart from the Azzurri in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

The Turkish Football Federation confirms that Inter star Hakan Calhanoglu will miss Tuesday’s game against Spain due to a wrist injury.

The Member of Parliament for Ketu North, Hon. Eric Edem Agbana, has extended his goodwill message to participating clubs ahead of the kickoff of the 2025/26 Division Two League season in the Volta Region.

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez was close to leaving the club in the summer transfer window this year.

Switzerland coach Murat Yakin praises Dan Ndoye, saying that the ex-Bologna star ‘really clicked up front’ during his time at the Stadio Dall’Ara.

Gian Piero Gasperini has already given the green light for Joshua Zirkzee’s move to Roma in January, as he feels the Dutch striker is ideal for his playing style.

According to TEAMtalk, West Ham United striker Niclas Fullkrug is not interested in a move to another Premier League club.

Leeds have slid down the Premier League table in recent weeks, and this has led to increased speculation on the future of Daniel Farke, who could soon be relieved of his duties as first team manager.

Udinese coach Kosta Runjaić is surprised by Italian striker Nicolò Zaniolo: ‘He’s even more serious than I expected, sometimes even too serious.’

Andrea D’Amico, agent of Lorenzo Insigne, confirms that the Italian winger is close to joining Lazio: ‘We’re almost there.’