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Leao admits 'need' to leave Milan

Rafael Leao has revealed he wants a new challenge away from AC Milan, with the Portugal international admitting the Premier League would be his preferred destination. The winger believes English football would suit his game better and reflected on a difficult season that was affected by injury and tactical issues.

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De Bruyne and Lukaku warned Napoli stay may be over

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has sent a chilling warning to his superstar squad, suggesting that no player is untouchable following public outbursts against former coach Antonio Conte. Midfield maestro Kevin De Bruyne and striker Romelu Lukaku find their futures hanging in the balance after the Partenopei chief insisted he is prepared to sanction sales this summer.

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Leao receives offer worth double AC Milan salary

Rafael Leao looks increasingly likely to end his adventure in Serie A as Galatasaray emerge as the leading contenders for his signature. The Portuguese international, who has struggled for consistency and fitness during a difficult season at San Siro, has reportedly received an eye-watering financial package to move to the Turkish giants.

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Glasner warms to Milan move after Ibrahimovic meeting

Oliver Glasner has emerged as AC Milan’s leading managerial candidate after a lengthy meeting with owner Gerry Cardinale and advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The Austrian is understood to be intrigued by the prospect of working in Serie A, although Fulham are also monitoring his situation as they search for a potential successor to Marco Silva.

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Mourinho wants Calafiori for Real Madrid rebuild

Jose Mourinho has reportedly identified Arsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori as a primary target for his sensational return to Real Madrid. Despite having previously offloaded the versatile defender during their shared time at Roma, the Portuguese tactician is now determined to bring the Premier League champion to the Bernabeu.

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Real Madrid trigger release clause as Dumfries completes medical tests

Real Madrid are set to complete the signing of Denzel Dumfries from Inter after activating his €20 million release clause. The Dutch full-back is undergoing medical examinations in the Netherlands today, having been suspended for his national team's friendly against Algeria. An official announcement is expected following the upcoming presidential elections at the Bernabeu.

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Milik reveals heartbreaking mental struggles during Juventus injury nightmare

Juventus striker Arkadiusz Milik has opened up about the severe psychological toll his persistent injury problems have taken on him. The 32-year-old Poland international admitted that his continuous physical setbacks completely wore him down, leading to heartbreaking moments where he was forced to abruptly stop his gym sessions just so he could break down in tears in the bathroom.

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Vlahovic to leave Juve on free transfer

The long-running contract saga between Dusan Vlahovic and Juventus has finally reached a definitive conclusion with the confirmation that the striker will leave the club on a free transfer. Despite months of negotiations aimed at securing his future in Turin, reconcilement between the two parties proved impossible as talks officially broke down this week.

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Four names placed alongside Pulisic in USMNT ‘undroppable’ pool

Brad Friedel has - during an exclusive interview with GOAL - sought to play down expectations around “poster boy” Christian Pulisic, but considers four other players to sit alongside ‘Captain America’ in the USMNT’s “undroppable” pool. The United States are considered to be working with a ‘Golden Generation’ of talent as a home World Cup is taken in.

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Done deal! Madrid to sign World Cup-bound right-back

Real Madrid have moved decisively to secure their first major signing of the summer, reaching a full agreement to bring Inter's Denzel Dumfries to the Bernabeu. The Spanish giants have opted to bypassed lengthy negotiations by triggering a remarkably low release clause to land the Netherlands international.

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Man Utd agree £38m deal for Ederson as contract details revealed

Manchester United have made a statement of intent in the transfer market by reportedly reaching a £38m agreement to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson. With personal terms finalised on a long-term contract, the Brazilian is poised to become the first major acquisition of the Michael Carrick era as the Red Devils look to transform their engine room ahead of the new campaign.

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Bad news for Trent? Identity of Real transfer target revealed

Real Madrid have set their sights on acquiring a new right-back to compete with Trent Alexander-Arnold next season. The Spanish giants are reportedly targeting Inter defender Denzel Dumfries in a cut-price deal, while also advancing in their pursuit of Liverpool centre-back Ibrahima Konate. The club hope to wrap up both crucial transfers before the upcoming World Cup tournament begins.

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McTominay explains new-found fashion sense & love of long hair

Scott McTominay has opened up on his remarkable life transformation in Italy, where the former Manchester United midfielder has evolved from a Premier League workhorse into a Serie A superstar and fashion icon. Since trading Old Trafford for Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, the Scotland international has spearheaded a Scudetto-winning campaign and secured a prestigious Ballon d'Or nomination.

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Report: Former Miami star Cremaschi makes Parma move permanent

Former Inter Miami midfielder Benjamin Cremaschi has reportedly made his Parma move permanent, after the Serie A club picked up his buy option for just under $5 million. The American made nine appearances for the Italian side before suffering a season-ending meniscus injury in March. His permanent departure would seem to open roster flexibility for the Herons.

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Juve, Milan & Roma join Napoli in Garnacho race

Alejandro Garnacho could be set for a swift exit from Chelsea just one year after his high-profile move from Manchester United. The Argentine international has failed to live up to expectations in London, prompting the Blues to explore a sale that has caught the attention of Italy's biggest clubs.

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Premier League clubs line up for Celtic star

Celtic midfielder Arne Engels is attracting significant interest from across Europe following an impressive season in Glasgow. The Belgian playmaker has become a key target for several clubs in the Premier League and Serie A after helping the Hoops secure a domestic Double.

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Roma prepare €40m bid for Greenwood

Roma have identified Mason Greenwood as their primary summer transfer target and are reportedly ready to test Marseille’s resolve with an opening offer. The Giallorossi are looking to capitalise on their return to the Champions League by handing Gian Piero Gasperini the attacking reinforcements he craves.

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RANKED: Top 20 managers of the European season

The 2025-26 European season is over, and it ended just as the 2024-25 did 12 months earlier, with Paris Saint-Germain lifting the European Cup at the end of the Champions League final. Saturday's win over Arsenal in Budapest was a much tighter affair than their thrashing of Inter in Munich, but was greeted with no less joy by the French giants and their supporters as they clinched a double having already won Ligue 1.

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Hojlund sick of McTominay overhead kick taunts

Scott McTominay has revealed he is showing no mercy to Napoli team-mate Rasmus Hojlund following Scotland’s dramatic path to the 2026 World Cup. The midfielder, who has become a cult hero in Italy, admitted he and Billy Gilmour have been relentlessly reminding the Danish striker of the spectacular overhead kick that helped seal Scotland's qualification at Denmark's expense.

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The next Zlatan? Why Sesko wants to emulate the enigmatic Swedish striker

Manchester United forward Benjamin Sesko has identified Old Trafford cult hero Zlatan Ibrahimovic as the primary inspiration behind his rise to the top of European football. The Slovenian international, who has become a fan favourite due to his commanding physical presence and a sharpened eye for goal since Michael Carrick took charge, admitted he spent his youth attempting to replicate the Swede's iconic style.

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30 players who will define the summer transfer window

And there we have it. The 2025-26 European football season is in the books, capped by Paris Saint-Germain beating Arsenal in the Champions League final to defend their continental crown. Soon the past nine months or so will become distant memories, such is the speed at which the footballing world moves on, especially when major tournaments on the horizon.

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RANKED: Top 20 free agents available this summer

In the age of PSR and UEFA's financial regulations, the free agent market has probably never been more significant as clubs look to pick up a potentially key player without having to spend a penny. We're now into June, and there are a whole host of big names who will be out of contract at the end of the month - undoubtedly sparking a scramble for their signatures in the coming weeks.