Pernambucano playoff Overview

GOAL previews the biggest storylines of U.S. internationals playing abroad this weekend.

For Austria international David Alaba (34), an interesting transfer option could open up after his departure from Real Madrid.

In view of the departure of World Cup winner Enzo Fernandez to Premier League rivals Manchester City for a transfer fee of €145 million, Chelsea were desperate to sign another player for central midfield before the transfer window closed – but that plan failed.

Manuel Rui Costa made his long-awaited return to Florence after 25 years to feature in Fiorentina's 7-3 centenary legends match. The Portuguese maestro reflected on his spell at the club while calling for La Viola to end their long trophy drought.