Author: Soccerhuz
The return of Massimiliano Allegri to the Milan bench is sparking debate among fans and insiders. As reported by Telelombardia, there are valid arguments both for and against this possibility. Among the ‘PROS’, one situation stands out that could work in favor of the Livorno-born coach: Milan, being out of European competitions, will have a less intense season in terms of commitments, with more time to work during the week. Moreover, the eighth-place finish in the just-concluded season represents a modest starting point, which makes immediate improvement both possible and necessary. Allegri, known for his adaptability and management skills, could…
The move for Allegri has come about rather quickly. However, considering how long it took for Milan to appoint Igli Tare, a repeat was not needed. In fact, many had feared that the club would be left behind this summer. Now, we know this will not be the case, though. Earlier today, it was reported that the club had agreed a deal with the Italian to sign a three-year contract, with a meeting scheduled to finalise things later in the afternoon. Well, that meeting is now underway. Daniele Longo reports on X that Allegri is in Milano with Giorgio Furlani,…
Massimiliano Allegri is the new Milan coach after signing the two-year contract with option for a third this evening, assure multiple reports, returning to San Siro after 11 years. Multiple sources all confirm that he put pen to paper and the salary is worth €5m per season, plus more in performance-related bonuses. Sky Sport Italia believe it is a two-year contract, with option for a third. The coach had been on the verge of joining Napoli, but those plans changed when Antonio Conte decided to remain at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. Allegri met with new director of sport Igli…
Arsenal are planning to make a U-turn and work on a deal to sign Leroy Sane from Bayern Munich after making Martin Zubimendi their first summer signing, it has been claimed. Zubimendi was due to travel to London on Tuesday to complete a medical and finalise a move to the Gunners. The Spaniard is set to join in a £51million move from Real Sociedad Once the signing of Zubimendi is completed, Mikel Arteta will turn his attentions to other additions, with a wide forward one of the positions they want to strengthen. Nico Williams is reportedly the dream target in…
Since the Los Angeles Lakers started the LeBron James era, there has been no shortage of failed signings and trades. Among the headliners is a short stint with center Montrezl Harrell. The veteran was added after having the best season of his career with the Los Angeles Clippers. The Lakers were coming off a championship season and somehow believed it was in the best interest of the franchise to completely change the roster. This included parting ways with centers pivotal to winning it all, with the addition of Harrell expected to be an upgrade. This was far from the case…
Massimiliano Allegri is one step away from becoming the new head coach of Milan. To finalize what is, as of now, a verbal agreement, only the final details are missing, among them the composition of the coaching staff that will follow him to the Rossoneri. According to what has been reported by those at MilanPress.it, one of the issues to be resolved concerns his assistant. During his first spell in Milan, the coach from Livorno made use of the figure of Mauro Tassotti, who is currently a technical collaborator for Milan Futuro. In his two stints at Juventus, however, that…
After Igli Tare’s arrival as the new sporting director, multiple reports last night claimed that Allegri should become the new manager at Milan. Work can then fully begin on planning for 2025-26, with some big names to hold discussions with. According to La Repubblica, the Rossoneri who are close to closing a deal with Allegri, their former coach who – after a sabbatical year – is ready to get back in the ring. If things go as planned, he should sign a three-year contract (two years at €5m net per year with an option for a third). Allegri is the…
Andrea Berta is busy making moves to bolster Mikel Arteta’s squad amid reports the sporting director has £300m to spend on new players. Midfielder Martin Zubimendi is set to move to the Emirates after Arsenal triggered his £51m release clause to secure his signing from Real Sociedad, and while a new No.9 is thought to be a priority, the Gunners are also keen on signing a winger. Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams and Real Madrid star Rodrygo have both been linked, but whether as well as or instead of, Arsenal are also interested in signing Sane from Bayern Munich ahead of…
A first-round playoff exit with home-court advantage can really shake an organization. Losing that series in only five games only intensifies the rattling. In the Los Angeles Lakers’ case, losing 12 of their last 14 playoff games is enough to drive the otherwise thoroughly spoiled fan base absolutely insane. Now, entering the first full season of the Luka Doncic era, a fairly fierce debate has broken out internally on which steps to take this summer. First and foremost, Doncic isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. That is a given. LeBron James has a player option for next season that he’s considered…
Lakers center Jaxson Hayes was not thrilled with how his role shrank during the playoffs this year, Anthony Irwin of ClutchPoints reported this week. Hayes is also unhappy about the future money that he presumably lost as his minutes for the team dwindled down the stretch, Irwin adds. The 25-year-old Hayes, a former No. 8 overall draft pick, signed with the Lakers in 2023. As a true 7-footer with leaping ability, he gave the team a dimension that they were lacking during the regular season, averaging 6.8 points and 4.8 rebounds in 19.5 minutes per game. But Hayes became completely…