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Igor Tudor, Patrick Vieira and Stefano Pioli were all dismissed within a week, after Serie A clubs had gone the first six matches without a managerial change for the first time in eight years. Three Serie A clubs have changed their coaches in the last week as Juventus, Genoa and Fiorentina looked for a fresh start following a disappointing start …

Teun Koopmeiners is expected to start his second consecutive game in central defence, and his contribution to the build-up has made him earn a comparison with Italy international Riccardo Calafiori. New Juventus coach Spalletti surprisingly started Koopmeiners as a left centre-back in a three-man defence in a 2-1 win over Cremonese on Saturday and is expected to offer more of …

Roberto D’Aversa is the hot name to replace Stefano Pioli at Fiorentina, but the Tuscans might wait for the November break to appoint a new coach. Fiorentina confirmed Stefano Pioli’s sacking with an official statement on Tuesday. Fiorentina added in their statement that U20 coach Daniele Galloppa will lead the team ‘temporarily.’ Pioli, an ex-Milan coach, had not won any …

Fiorentina confirm Stefano Pioli ‘has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the first team’ and ‘temporarily’ replaced by Daniele Galloppa. Fiorentina have confirmed the departure of their coach Pioli as the Viola sit 20th in the Serie A table with no victories in the opening ten games. Pioli had returned to the Stadio Franchi over the summer, …

Newcastle United are reportedly keeping close tabs on Atalanta midfielder Éderson, with the Brazilian emerging as a potential long-term replacement for Joelinton, according to a report from The i Paper. The 26-year-old has impressed in Serie A and on the international stage, and his name has been discussed in recent recruitment meetings at St. James’ Park as the club begins …

In a surprising revelation, Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk reportedly made a determined push to join Real Madrid last summer before eventually renewing his contract at Anfield, according to a report from Diario AS. The story resurfaced on the same day that the two European giants meet in the UEFA Champions League, adding extra intrigue to an already heated fixture. …

Serie B side Spezia are set to sack their coach, Luca D’Angelo and replace him with ex-Italy CT Roberto Donadoni. Spezia have won just one game from 11 this season and sit 19th in the Serie B table, level on seven points with last-placed Sampdoria, but with a better goal difference. On Sunday, they suffered their latest defeat against Monza, …

Reports in Italy claim that Canada international Jonathan David could leave Juventus in January, even if Luciano Spalletti will try to revive the ex-Lille star before the winter transfer window begins. Juventus striker David could leave Turin in January, according to Gazzetta and Tuttosport. The Italian newspapers claim that the 25-year-old will consider his options in the winter transfer window …

AS Roma have reportedly opened talks over a potential move for Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee, as the Dutch striker looks to revive his career away from Old Trafford. According to Sky Sport Italia, the 24-year-old has instructed his representatives to explore a loan exit in January after falling out of favour under Rúben Amorim. Zirkzee, who made his name …

The Ghana Football Association has announced plans to organise a testimonial match in honour of legendary Ghanaian striker and former Black Stars captain, Asamoah Gyan, in recognition of his outstanding career and immense contributions to Ghanaian football. The GFA, in collaboration with the former Sunderland star, will reveal full details of the event in due course. The testimonial is expected …

Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro has revealed that Florian Wirtz’s preferred destination during transfer discussions was not Liverpool, but rather Real Madrid. The German attacking midfielder joined Liverpool in the summer transfer window but his heart was actually set on a move to Real Madrid, where he would have worked under his former manager Xabi Alonso. Under the guidance of …

Bechem United are set to hand the reins to seasoned Ghanaian coach Kwabena Amissah as they seek to arrest their early-season slump in the Ghana Premier League, Asempa FM reports.The decision follows the dismissal of Desmond Issah-Botchway on Monday after a poor run of form that has produced just one victory in eight league outings.That sequence has left the Hunters …

Inter and Milan unleashed in the title race Chivu has a plan to revive Lautaro. Allegri has transformed Leao into a leader Champions, Spalletti debuts and reveals… Luciano is certain: ‘He’s happy to stay.’ David could leave in January. Sporting must be beaten at 21:00. Napoli for the Euro climbing Hojlund is ready: Conte can’t drop more points at the …

After a turbulent spell at Barcelona, young Brazilian forward Vitor Roque has reignited his career back home and his resurgence has quickly caught the attention of Manchester United. The 20-year-old striker, who endured a frustrating year in Spain, has rediscovered his confidence and scoring touch since joining Palmeiras, and it seems only a matter of time before Europe comes calling …

Manchester United and Manchester City are preparing for an intense transfer battle over Jeremy Monga, Leicester City’s 16-year-old wonderkid, according to Football Insider. The young winger has quickly become one of the most talked-about talents in English football, attracting the attention of two of the Premier League’s biggest clubs after breaking records and impressing with his maturity beyond his years. …