Inter defender Manuel Akanji has withdrawn from the Switzerland squad following an injury scare during the international break. The experienced centre-back is set to return to Italy immediately to undergo an assessment by the Nerazzurri medical staff.
Mauricio Pochettino has reportedly identified Juventus star Weston McKennie as a primary target to bolster his new-look Manchester United squad. The former Tottenham boss is keen to reunite with the American midfielder after developing a strong bond during their time together on the international stage.
Belgium midfielder Charles De Ketelaere has credited his time in Serie A with sharpening his tactical maturity ahead of a decisive Nations League match. De Ketelaere issued a confident rallying call as the Red Devils prepare to host Italy in Brussels.
AC Milan are stepping up their efforts to secure a long-term successor for Luka Modric, with Stuttgart standout Angelo Stiller emerging as a primary target. The Rossoneri are keen to bolster their midfield engine room and view the German international as the ideal profile to lead their next generation.
AC Milan are rapidly closing in on the appointment of Markus Krosche as their new head of football in a deal requiring a €4 million compensation fee. The German executive plans to completely overhaul the club's sporting structure alongside his trusted collaborator Timmo Hardung.
AC Milan owner Gerry Cardinale has boldly declared he will never sell the club after launching a new holding company designed to drastically boost their transfer budget. The American investor wants to provide the financial firepower necessary to compete with Premier League giants for elite global talent.
