The French midfielder is at a crossroads: on the one hand, a possible contract extension with Juventus; on the other, the risk of a move away from the club without Champions League football.
Nico Paz has emerged as one of the standout performers in Serie A this season, sparking a major tug-of-war for his future. While Real Madrid hold a significantly discounted buy-back clause, the hierarchy at Como believe they have the perfect environment to convince the playmaker to reject a return to the Santiago Bernabeu.
Barcelona are already planning for the 2026-27 season with sporting director Deco identifying the heart of the defence as a key area for reinforcement. While a move for a marquee forward remains the top priority, the club have shortlisted two high-profile defenders to bolster Hansi Flick's backline.
Romelu Lukaku’s relationship with Napoli has reached a critical juncture following his decision to remain in Belgium during the international break. While the club and manager Antonio Conte were left frustrated by his absence from the training ground, new reports suggest a diplomatic effort is underway to repair the damage.
Mohamed Salah’s future remains the subject of intense speculation as his time at Liverpool winds down, but a romantic return to the Italian capital appears to be off the table. Despite emotional ties to the Giallorossi, the financial reality of modern Serie A has turned a potential reunion into nothing more than a fantasy while the Egyptian King is being courted by the riches of the Middle East and the allure of North America.
AC Milan have opened preliminary talks to bring Mateo Retegui back to Italy. Following a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia, the striker is being evaluated as a key solution to Massimiliano Allegri’s attacking woes.
Christian Pulisic has been informed that “everybody loves him” at AC Milan, but Rossoneri legend Massimo Ambrosini has told GOAL why the USMNT star may still end up being sold in the next transfer window. Despite having the offer of fresh terms on the table for some time, Pulisic is yet to sign a new contract. That is keeping the rumour mill ticking over, with a return to England for the former Chelsea forward being mooted.
Como is causing a stir in Serie A. At first glance, their rapid rise might seem like a classic ‘football fairy tale’, but behind it all lies a calculated strategy, a lot of money – and a surprising degree of sustainability.
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