Author: Soccerhuz
Noah Okafor has only just returned to AC Milan, following his loan spell at Napoli, but it’s probably best for him to keep the bags packed. According to a report, the Rossoneri are very keen on offloading him. The start of the pre-season is scheduled for Monday next week, but some of the Milan players had fitness tests at Milanello this morning. Noah Okafor was one of them, as was the new signing Samuele Ricci, and he rolled up in a blue (presumably Napoli-themed) Lamborghini. While he hasn’t been completely shut out of the project, at least when compared to…
While the start of the pre-season will officially take place on Monday, i.e. the Raduno, some of the players were present at Milanello today for fitness tests. Of course, Max Allegri and Igli Tare were also at the training ground. Time has moved fast in the last couple of weeks, with Milan now almost ready to start their pre-season. Allegri has been preparing for weeks, setting clear guidelines for the players to follow, and the hard work will begin on Monday. This morning, however, some players were present at Milanello for fitness tests. This is a way for…
Nico Williams will play a match at the Emirates Stadium this summer, and he won’t be at Barcelona. Unfortunately, for Arsenal, it is still unlikely to be for them. Despite months of being courted by Barcelona, among plenty of others including Arsenal, Williams has agreed a new long-term deal with Athletic Club. To the surprise of many, he extended his stay in Bilbao to 2035. Williams had been expected to join Barcelona this summer after Hansi Flick’s side accelerated their plans to sign him. However, on Thursday morning, his boyhood side confirmed that the plans had changed. Sky has slashed…
Arsenal have held talks to sign yet another Chelsea player, according to a reliable transfer source. Surely not again? Arsenal have held a new round of talks over a potential move for Chelsea winger Noni Madueke, according to @FabrizioRomano. While there are no advanced negotiations between the clubs yet, the Gunners are maintaining regular contact as they weigh up a summer swoop. Madueke, 23, is now a full England international with seven senior caps, having graduated from the U21 setup. He featured regularly for Chelsea last season, contributing pace and flair from the right flank, and his availability has sparked…
Aston Villa, Barcelona , Chelsea, AS Roma and Lyon are all fined by UEFA for breaching financial Fair Play regulations. Chelsea: 20M€ Barcelona: 15M€ Lyon: 12.5M€ Aston Villa: 11M€ Roma: 3M€
Alvaro Morata’s potential move to Como remains in limbo as Galatasaray are unwilling to let the striker leave, at least not until the Victor Osimehn situation has been solved. Back in January, Morata joined Galatasaray on an 18-month loan with an option to buy, following Milan’s signing of Santiago Gimenez. However, despite six league goals and three assists for the Turkish side, he could already be on his way out. Como have moved decisively for the Spaniard and an agreement has been reached for the personal terms. Milan are also willing to accept the solution as it could perhaps fetch…
AC Milan are looking for a right-back ahead of next season and according to a report, they have set their sights on Almeria’s Marc Pubill. Following the departures of Davide Calabria, Alessandro Florenzi and soon also Emerson Royal, it’s clear that Milan need to reinforce the right-back position. Alex Jimenez and Alexis Saelemaekers are currently the only options for that role, though they could be used more in attack. Quite a few names have been linked with the club in recent weeks, such as Guela Douè, and Igli Tare is currently evaluating the most cost-effective solution. With a lot of…
English Premier League side Arsenal are said to have made Real Madrid’s Rodrygo their prime target as they shop for a new winger, despite also holding an interest in Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman, PUNCh Sports Extra reports. According to Arsenal News, the Brazil international is yet to open the door for a new challenge but the Gunners will only consider Lookman as a backup plan. Madrid reportedly value Rodrygo at £78m. Arsenal are prepared to play the waiting game and hope to sign the Brazilian for a lower fee. According to Corriere della Sera Arsenal still hold an interest in…
“The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised the Metropolitan Police Service to charge a man after a file of evidence was submitted by detectives. “The Met has issued a charge and requisition to Thomas Partey, 32 (13/06/1992), of Hertfordshire, in connection with the following offences: Five counts of rape, One count of sexual assault.” Offences alleged to have taken place between 2021 and 2022.
Former Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey has joined Mexican team Club Universidad Nacional, widely known as Pumas UNAM. The Wales captain joins the Mexico City club on a one-year deal, making history as the first prominent British player in Mexico’s top flight. In 2023, Ramsey returned to Cardiff and took on the role of interim manager for the final three matches of the 2024-25 Championship season following the dismissal of Omer Riza. Although Cardiff were relegated to League One, the 34-year-old was considered for the permanent manager position and held discussions with the club’s leadership. However, Ramsey expressed his desire to…