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![Pavlidis steals Portuguese hearts: Numbers that fans dream of](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2162811767/pt/foto/lisbon-portugal-new-signing-vangelis-pavlidis-of-sl-benfica-celebrates-with-teammates-after.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=Sk5BIf6FFqpMpWQOn0gQNNezEE6YOJblqELhua2Xzhk=)
Pavlidis steals Portuguese hearts: 'Numbers that fans dream of'
Vangelis Pavlidis immediately makes his mark during pre-season at Benfica. This has not gone unnoticed in the Portuguese press.
![Douglas Costa terminates his contract with Fluminense](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2162696057/pt/foto/belo-horizonte-brazil-douglas-costa-of-fluminense-looks-on-during-the-match-between-cruzeiro.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=qT_xMAY_WzoETjIzt0V-SC68WsGovDRaRc6X2IKQp0o=)
Douglas Costa terminates his contract with Fluminense
Douglas Costa and Fluminense have mutually agreed to terminate his contract, making the 33-year-old forward a free agent. During his time at Fluminense, Costa played 22 games, providing one assist and winning the Recopa Sudamericana.
![Englishman Liam Rosenior succeeds Patrick Vieira as the manager of Strasbourg](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2131077937/pt/foto/leeds-england-liam-rosenior-manager-of-hull-city-applauds-the-fans-following-the-sky-bet.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=DbLJDHQnmkLgP7vTSBFDT8Y9H2rnFKVo9XqdAljuqDE=)
Englishman Liam Rosenior succeeds Patrick Vieira as the manager of Strasbourg
Liam Rosenior has been appointed as the new head coach of Strasbourg, signing a three-year contract to succeed Patrick Vieira. The 40-year-old English coach, known for his ability to develop players and promote attractive football, joins after two successful seasons with Hull City.
![Xavi Simons makes decision about his future: the coming days are crucial](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2161889721/pt/foto/dortmund-germany-xavi-simons-of-netherlands-during-the-uefa-euro-2024-semi-final-match-between.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=AVAWxsPkQHyw8Ru-2IqvjtM833Bq92lTjRikyUzHcMU=)
Xavi Simons makes decision about his future: the coming days are 'crucial'
The Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo reports that Xavi Simons would like to stay at RB Leipzig. The Paris Saint-Germain forward has recently been strongly linked with Bayern Munich and Manchester United, but he seems to prefer an extended stay in East Germany.
![Huijsen is on his way to the Premier League](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/1892981014/pt/foto/turin-italy-dean-huijsen-of-juventus-during-a-training-session-at-jtc-on-january-1-2024-in.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=AskHOuGh6JGO0OAoMCmqvghKXA64vUZVPRlrc_KwIOg=)
Huijsen is on his way to the Premier League
All signs point to Dean Huijsen continuing his career at AFC Bournemouth. Various reliable English and Italian media outlets reported on Thursday that an agreement has been reached between Juventus and the Premier League club regarding the transfer terms.
![Napoli loans winger to Everton with an option to buy](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2161796732/pt/foto/jesper-lindstrom-of-napoli-is-playing-during-a-preseason-friendly-match-in-dimaro-folgarida.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=WVsieX-4g1WqMf1iV3w11kqf3DpGQZmVvj9dv_fe6rI=)
Napoli loans winger to Everton with an option to buy
Everton announced the loan signing of 24-year-old Danish winger Jesper Lindstrom from Napoli, with an option to buy. Napoli will receive an initial 2.5 million euros, with an additional 22.5 million euros if Everton makes the transfer permanent.
![Manchester United wants to add Swedish specialist to Ten Hag s staff](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/1242580514/pt/foto/malmo-sweden-malmo-head-coach-andreas-georgson-holds-a-news-conference-after-the-uefa-europa.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=K3egqH43ngK2mpxbUM8PmmFBJ0iSK9Mn79xMqGUMrT4=)
Manchester United wants to add Swedish specialist to Ten Hag's staff
Erik ten Hag may add Lillestrøm SK coach Andreas Georgson to his technical staff. The Swede is expected to take charge of set pieces at Manchester United.
![Flick provides an update on Frenkie de Jong and discusses Williams, Yamal, and Fati](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2162036182/pt/foto/hansi-flick-and-joan-laporta-are-attending-the-fc-barcelona-training-session-in-barcelona.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=l8xZ7NfnxHreqPQjgcm7bE0aC5UZotU1x9En9LTxSiM=)
Flick provides an update on Frenkie de Jong and discusses Williams, Yamal, and Fati
Hansi Flick was introduced at Barcelona on Thursday. The German coach had already started working, but now spoke openly with the press during his presentation. He not only provided an update on Frenkie de Jong but also discussed Lamine Yamal, Ansu Fati, and Nico Williams.
![Leipzig considered Barcelona s offer for Dani Olmo ridiculous](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2161475855/pt/foto/munich-germany-dani-olmo-of-spain-looks-on-during-the-uefa-euro-2024-semi-final-match-between.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=igrDcdak1tTgq2ox-j8jPS8Um-jL93zVnpwkFx5-nWM=)
Leipzig considered Barcelona's offer for Dani Olmo ridiculous
Barcelona recently made an offer to Leipzig to sign Dani Olmo, but the terms were deemed "ridiculous" by the German club and were promptly rejected. Barça proposed 40 million euros, to be paid over four years starting in 2025, along with 20 million euros in potential bonuses based on performance.
![Fitting Mbappé into Real Madrid won t be a problem](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2162241729/pt/foto/madrid-spain-kylian-mbappe-new-player-of-real-madrid-meeting-carlo-ancelotti-at-estadio.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=2GnymjR2Y6kHKXX8-0WiQz_dmmSRbrhG0a2iMr794ZA=)
Fitting Mbappé into Real Madrid won't be a problem
The coach of the European and Spanish champions admits that he has not yet thought about how he will introduce the French forward into the "Merengues" attack.