Former Arsenal and Chelsea defender Ashley Cole is reportedly in talks to join Serie B side Cesena in his first senior managerial role after previously serving as England's assistant coach. Cole has also spent time working alongside Frank Lampard at Everton and Wayne Rooney with Birmingham City. The 45-year-old is now ready to step out on his own.
Weston McKennie has established himself as one of the most reliable performers for Juventus this season, a far cry from the period when he seemed destined for a permanent exit. The American midfielder has reflected on his resilience and the mental strength required to fight for his place in the Bianconeri starting XI when the club’s hierarchy had other plans.
Antonio Conte has clarified his position at Napoli, insisting he intends to honour his long-term commitment despite a challenging campaign. Ahead of the clash against Lecce on Saturday, the veteran coach addressed his tenure and the collective need to rebuild, insisting he remains focused on his three-year plan to restore the club's domestic and European success.
Sandro Tonali remains a man in high demand across the European elite, and his representative, Giuseppe Riso, has suggested that the Newcastle star is exactly where he needs to be to facilitate a future move to the very top of the English game. Riso addressed reports linking the former AC Milan midfielder with heavyweights such as Arsenal and Manchester City, noting that the plan upon leaving Italy was always to elevate Tonali into the bracket of "stellar" global talents.