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Šeško and Simons absent from RB Leipzig friendly, but for different reasons
Benjamin Šeško and Xavi Simons were absent on Saturday afternoon during RB Leipzig’s friendly against Atalanta. The German club lost 1-2 to the Italian side. The duo’s absence was due to different reasons in each case.
Alli considering early retirement despite contract with Como
Dele Alli is considering ending his playing career at the age of 29, according to several Italian media outlets, including La Gazzetta dello Sport. His situation at Como has become hopeless.
Ten Hag sees his core continue to thin: another Leverkusen departure imminent
Erik ten Hag is also likely to lose Lukas Hradecky. The Finnish goalkeeper wants to join AS Monaco, which means almost the entire spine of last season’s team is set to leave.
Competition with eighteen clubs not an option for Premier League director
Richard Masters rules out reducing the Premier League from twenty to eighteen clubs. The director of the English league thus opposes pressure from FIFA, which is struggling with an overcrowded match calendar.
He didn’t avoid Southampton’s relegation, but he remains in the Premier League
Aaron Ramsdale joins Newcastle United on loan from Southampton, keeping his Premier League status after the Saints' relegation. The 27-year-old England international brings experience and competition to a squad preparing for the Champions League.
Luuk de Jong surprises and will join FC Porto to work with Farioli
Luuk de Jong will continue his career at FC Porto. The former PSV captain joins Francesco Farioli's side on a free transfer.
Inter Miami's cup victory overshadowed by Messi injury
Inter Miami has reached the third round of the Leagues Cup at the expense of Mexican side Necaxa. Lionel Messi was unable to play a major role in the cup thriller, which saw two red cards and ended in a penalty shootout (3-2).
Banza's transfer to the Emirates suffers setback and is now at risk
Simon Banza’s transfer from Braga to Al Jazira has stalled after the striker raised his salary demands and his agent requested a high commission. The deal is now at risk, leaving the player training separately and Braga in an uncertain position.
Manchester City wants Lucas Paquetá and could offer Jack Grealish
Manchester City are reigniting their pursuit of Lucas Paquetá following his clearance in a betting probe, with reports suggesting Jack Grealish could be included in a player-plus-cash deal to West Ham. A major move that could reshape both clubs’ futures.
Girona secure defender and target Manchester City winger
UEFA lifts transfer restrictions between Manchester City and Girona, allowing the clubs both under the City Football Group to resume player deals. Girona have already signed Vitor Reis and are targeting Claudio Echeverri and Sverre Nypan as they prepare for another ambitious season.