Cesc Fabregas has led Como to a historic achievement, securing European football for the first time in the club's history after a 1-0 win over Hellas Verona. The milestone comes exactly two years after their promotion to Serie A. With his managerial stock rising rapidly, Fabregas' success in Italy continues to fuel rumours of a potential return to his former club Chelsea.
Elche defender David Affengruber has emerged as a shock summer transfer target for several of Europe's biggest clubs following his impressive debut season in La Liga. The 25-year-old Austrian has caught the eye of giants in England, Italy, and Spain after becoming a cornerstone of the Franjiverdes' backline.
Keinan Davis has sparked a major controversy in Serie A after accusing Cagliari’s Alberto Dossena of directing a racial slur toward him during Saturday's clash. The Udinese striker hit out at the defender on social media following the match, calling for league officials to take decisive action against the alleged abuse.
Napoli are ready to solidify their commitment to Rasmus Hojlund by making his loan move from Manchester United permanent this summer. Despite a recent dip in goalscoring form, the Partenopei hierarchy remain fully convinced by the Danish international's long-term potential under Antonio Conte.
Leeds United have emerged as the frontrunners to secure the signature of Juventus striker Lois Openda this summer. The Whites are reportedly ready to commit to a significant financial package to lure the Belgium international to Elland Road as Daniel Farke looks to bolster his attacking options.
Inter are reportedly considering a dramatic U-turn regarding their pursuit of Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. Despite having already reached a personal agreement with the Italy international, the Nerazzurri are now weighing up whether to scrap the deal entirely in favour of an internal solution.
Bayern Munich have intensified their interest in Atalanta forward Charles De Ketelaere, with the Belgian international reportedly giving the green light for a summer move to the Allianz Arena. The Bundesliga giants view the versatile 25-year-old as a priority target to bolster their attacking options following his impressive resurgence in Serie A.
Tim Leiweke, who has held prominent roles with two MLS franchises and a rich portfolio of sports brands, has invested more than $100 million into newly promoted Venezia after being introduced to the club's ownership by rapper Drake. The American businessman, alongside his daughter Francesca Bodie, will take prominent roles at the club following its return to Serie A.
Ismael Kone has addressed his past clash with Roberto De Zerbi, insisting their relationship is now on good terms despite their time together at Marseille ending in disaster. The Canada international admitted their disagreement came from differing football views but revealed the pair recently met in London to clear the air.
Tijjani Reijnders could be heading back to Serie A just one year after joining Manchester City. The Dutch midfielder has fallen out of favour under Pep Guardiola, with Juventus monitoring his situation ahead of the summer transfer window.
Jean-Philippe Mateta has broken his silence on the collapse of his proposed move to AC Milan, admitting the failed transfer had a significant psychological impact on him. The Crystal Palace striker was on the verge of a high-profile switch to San Siro during the winter window before medical concerns brought negotiations to a halt.
AC Milan have held talks with super-agent Pini Zahavi as they explore a potential free transfer for Real Madrid defender David Alaba. The Austrian’s future at the Bernabeu appears uncertain, but concerns over his injury record remain.
Inter captain Lautaro Martinez has emphatically shut down any talk of a move away from San Siro, insisting he has no intention of entertaining interest from Europe’s biggest clubs. Despite perennial links to the likes of Barcelona, Manchester United and Arsenal, the Argentine forward remains fully invested in the project in Milan.
Christian Pulisic has hit back at critics questioning his recent form, labelling concerns over his 2026 goal drought as "bad questions" ahead of the World Cup. The AC Milan forward, who recently featured as a cover star for Time magazine, remains confident in his ability to deliver for the USMNT as they prepare to co-host the tournament.
Inter are set to reward Cristian Chivu for his remarkable debut season at San Siro by handing the head coach a lucrative contract extension. The Romanian tactician stepped into the spotlight last summer and exceeded all expectations by guiding the Nerazzurri to the 2025-26 Serie A title with three games to spare.
USMNT talisman Christian Pulisic has rarely been one to invite the cameras into his private life, preferring to let his industrious performances on the pitch do the talking. However, ahead of a potentially career-defining home World Cup, the AC Milan forward has finally addressed the end of his relationship with professional golfer Alexa Melton.
Chelsea have been warned off appointing Cesc Fabregas as their next manager, with the former Blues star considered to be in need of more experience as his current Como side have a tendency to “fall apart” in big games. Tony Dorigo has explained to GOAL why an alternative option would be better at Stamford Bridge for now, allowing a familiar World Cup winner to retrace steps to west London at some point further down the line.
Juventus have reportedly cooled their interest in Robert Lewandowski as the veteran striker prepares for a potential exit from Barcelona. Despite high-level meetings between the player's representatives and Italian giants, the Bianconeri are becoming increasingly hesitant to commit to a deal for the legendary forward.
Canada national team head coach Jesse Marsch has launched a scathing attack on Tottenham Hotspur boss Roberto De Zerbi, labelling the Italian "a real a*shole." The outburst stems from De Zerbi's controversial treatment of midfielder Ismael Kone during their brief shared tenure at Marseille.
Darwin Nunez is prepared to call time on his adventure in Saudi Arabia after reaching an agreement to leave Al-Hilal at the end of the current campaign. The former Liverpool striker has endured a difficult period in the Middle East, finding himself frozen out of the squad following a registration squeeze.
Romelu Lukaku has officially returned to Napoli’s training base following a month-long absence that sparked intense speculation regarding his future under Antonio Conte. The Belgian forward, who has been sidelined during a difficult period for the club, now faces the challenge of reintegrating into a squad led by a manager known for his uncompromising standards.
Antonio Conte’s future at Napoli has once again come under the spotlight as the Italian manager and club president Aurelio De Laurentiis prepare for a decisive summit. While the former Juventus and Inter boss is reportedly happy in Naples, any long-term commitment will depend on both parties reaching a complex agreement over the club's sporting direction.
Dusan Vlahovic may have rediscovered his scoring touch on the pitch, but his future at Juventus remains shrouded in uncertainty as contract negotiations hit a significant roadblock. Despite a series of high-level discussions between the club and the striker's representatives, a resolution appears further away than ever with time running out.
AC Milan face a crucial juncture in their season following a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Sassuolo on Sunday. With just three Serie A matches remaining, their grip on a Champions League spot is slipping. Manager Massimiliano Allegri has confronted his squad at Milanello, demanding a massive shift in mentality to secure their top-four finish and save the campaign.
Lazio boss Maurizio Sarri has launched a scathing attack on Serie A organisers, threatening to boycott the upcoming Derby della Capitale against Roma due to a controversial lunchtime kick-off. The veteran coach has called for immediate resignations within the league's hierarchy, labelling the scheduling an insult to both Rome-based clubs and their respective fanbases.
Inter president Beppe Marotta has openly acknowledged that Barcelona are monitoring star defender Alessandro Bastoni ahead of the summer transfer window. While the Nerazzurri chief admitted to the interest from the La Liga giants, he remained firm that the centre-back is currently settled at San Siro.
Marcus Thuram paid tribute to NBA legend Kobe Bryant after Inter secured the Serie A title. The French forward recreated one of Bryant's most iconic championship photos following the Italian club's decisive victory.
Cesc Fabregas has admitted that a return to the Premier League is firmly in his future plans as his managerial stock continues to rise at Como. The former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder has guided the Italian outfit to the brink of European qualification, sparking inevitable links with top jobs back in England.
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