Sandro Tonali has delivered a blunt assessment of the current Italy squad, admitting the Azzurri lack a marquee superstar following their disappointing 2-0 defeat to Belgium in the UEFA Nations League. The Tottenham midfielder has called for supporters to remain patient as Roberto Mancini attempts to integrate a new generation of talent into the national team set-up.
Manchester City's former chairman David Bernstein has issued a stark warning that financial penalties will not suffice after the club were reportedly found guilty of the vast majority of their 115 financial charges. With immense wealth at their disposal, Bernstein believes that a points deduction or automatic relegation from the Premier League are the only viable punishments.
Roberto Mancini has firmly distanced himself from the recent financial regulation breaches surrounding Manchester City. The Italian manager addressed the allegations regarding a controversial double contract during his time at the Etihad, insisting the issue does not concern him while maintaining that the Premier League champions are actually innocent.
Manchester United's medical department is set for another busy week after Patrick Dorgu became the latest first-team star to suffer an injury during the international break. The versatile wideman was forced to withdraw early from Denmark's Nations League fixture, leaving manager Michael Carrick sweating over his fitness ahead of a crucial run of games.
Carlos Cuesta, who previously served as an assistant to Mikel Arteta at Arsenal, has officially left his role as Parma manager by mutual consent. The 31-year-old Spanish coach departs the Italian side following a complete breakdown in relations over the club's transfer strategy and future project, leaving them 13th in the league table after five games.
Jeremie Frimpong has been dealt a significant international blow after being excluded from the Netherlands matchday squad for their Nations League fixture against Serbia. The Liverpool defender will be forced to watch the action from the stands as new manager Xavi reshapes his defensive options.
