Serie A news

Chelsea have moved swiftly to secure their first major signing of the summer, reportedly reaching a £47 million agreement for Atalanta’s rising star Marco Palestra. The 21-year-old Italy international has chosen Stamford Bridge over a move to Inter Milan, handing new manager Xabi Alonso a significant boost ahead of his debut campaign in west London.

Real Madrid's hope of executing a quick-fire financial masterstroke with Nico Paz has been dashed by transfer regulations. The Spanish giants had planned to trigger a bargain buy-back clause for the Argentine playmaker before flipping him for an immediate €50 million (£43m/$57m) profit, but the move is now legally impossible this summer.

AS Roma supporters have launched an online petition to block the club from signing Mason Greenwood. Fans are fiercely opposing the potential transfer due to his past off-field controversies, urging the Italian side to align with their core values and avoid acquiring a player they view as a highly divisive figure in modern football.

Scott McTominay has become a talismanic presence for Scotland and Napoli, but will the former Manchester United midfielder fancy another shot at life in the Premier League? Kenny Miller has explained to GOAL why the revitalised 29-year-old has no need to consider a retracing of steps at club level after finding professional and personal dreams to live in Italy.

Chelsea have stepped up their pursuit of AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan as the Blues look to secure a world-class presence between the sticks for the upcoming campaign. The France international is reportedly open to a new challenge in England, putting the Blues on high alert as they look to negotiate a deal with the Rossoneri.

Liverpool have turned down a second formal approach from Inter for midfielder Curtis Jones as the Italian giants continue their pursuit of the Anfield academy graduate. The Reds are reportedly holding out for a significantly higher fee despite the player entering the final twelve months of his current contract.

Brighton are closing in on their latest smart recruitment move as they prepare to activate the release clause for Venezia captain Michael Svoboda. The Austrian centre-back is set for a move to the Premier League following a stellar campaign in Italy where he led his side back to the top flight.

Inter are reportedly eyeing a move for Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones, but the deal hinges on a complex series of transfer dominoes involving Manchester City and Nottingham Forest. The Nerazzurri see the English midfielder as a key building block for their future engine room if the financial pieces align.

Denzel Dumfries has called for a significant shift in the Netherlands' team culture, urging his international team-mates to adopt a more confrontational approach. The wing-back believes the squad must learn from the high-pressure environment of the Inter dressing room to ensure success on the world stage.

Marco Materazzi has taken a fresh swipe at former team-mate and long-time rival Zlatan Ibrahimovic, sarcastically branding him the “greatest Interista in history” amid AC Milan’s ongoing instability. The ex-Inter defender also revisited Ibrahimovic’s 2009 departure from Giuseppe Meazza, linking it to the Nerazzurri’s historic Treble-winning campaign.

Juventus have stepped up their efforts to bring Randal Kolo Muani back to Turin, with new CEO Giovanni Carnevali reopening talks with Paris Saint-Germain. The French forward remains a key target as the Bianconeri seek to strengthen their attack, while improved relations between the two clubs could help unlock a deal that previously failed to materialise.

Inter Milan have officially announced that head coach Cristian Chivu has signed a contract extension that will keep him at San Siro until 2028. The former Nerazzurri defender has been rewarded for a sensational debut season in the dugout that saw the club secure both the Serie A title and the Coppa Italia.

AC Milan have reportedly identified former Borussia Dortmund chief Sebastian Kehl as a primary candidate to lead their sporting revolution under new manager Ruben Amorim. Following a disappointing campaign that saw the Rossoneri part ways with their previous sporting leadership, the club is moving quickly to finalise a boardroom structure that aligns with Amorim's modern tactical vision.

Inter have taken a significant step in fortifying their squad for the upcoming campaign by reaching a total agreement for Lazio goalkeeper Ivan Provedel. The 32-year-old shot-stopper is set to join the reigning Serie A champions after seeing his role in the capital diminish following a change in management.

Christian Pulisic has been given “shop window” transfer advice, with ex-USMNT star Kasey Keller reacting to the talented forward’s ongoing contract saga at AC Milan during an interview with GOAL. For now, a man that has often taken on the ‘Captain America’ moniker at international level is enjoying the “relief factor” of representing his country at a home World Cup - with a dream start being made to that tournament.

Mason Greenwood’s future at Marseille is looking increasingly uncertain as Serie A giants Roma ramp up their efforts to lure the forward back to Italy. Manager Gian Piero Gasperini has reportedly been in direct contact with the former Manchester United player, urging him to hold fire on other moves while the Giallorossi finalise their opening offer.

Ruben Amorim is officially back in management after his disappointing spell at Manchester United. AC Milan have confirmed the appointment of the Portuguese tactician as their new head coach, tasking him with leading a squad featuring USMNT star Christian Pulisic. The club will compete in the Europa League next season, and hope his arrival brings a fresh tactical identity.