Bernardeschi's renaissance points to a similar trajectory for Toronto, whose game Saturday night at home against worst-to-first Cincinnati squad could accelerate it.
A report in the Italian media reveals how the first meeting between Oaktree officials and the two Inter Milan CEOs panned out on Wednesday. The American investment company has now taken over the club departing owners Suning.
When Barcelona President Joan Laporta broke down in tears as he explained the decision to continue with Xavi as manager at the start of May, it looked as if that would be the case.
Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski again reiterated that he would be going nowhere this summer, amid reports that the Catalan side could try to move him on next season.
AC Milan could end up signing two strikers this summer as they seek fresh quality and depth in attack for the new season under a different coach. As reported
Angelo di Livio suggests that Juventus may need to undergo a significant overhaul if Thiago Motta becomes their next manager. Motta is the clear frontrunner to replace Max Allegri at the Allianz Stadium, given his impressive work at Bologna.
Jamie Carragher on what Arsenal need to do to win the League A few days have passed and it still feels pretty disappointing that we’ve walked away from this season with nothing but 2nd spot on the table.
Bologna players celebrated a historic Champions League qualification with an open-top bus parade on Wednesday, attended by thousands of fans. May 22 was a fantastic day for Italian football.
Bayer Munich are finalising the appointment of Vincent Kompany as new coach. The Sun says Bayern were discussing compensation with Burnley chairman Alan Pace yesterday.
Former Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino is keen on the England job. The Argentine parted ways with Chelsea this week after guiding the team to a sixth place finish.
Mason Greenwood has offered a fresh sign he won't be returning to parent club Manchester United. Currently on-loan with Getafe, the forward's form has brought Greenwood to the attention of clubs across Europe.
Former Everton defender Michael Ball hopes Jarrad Branthwaite isn't sold. The defender is seen as Everton's most valued playing asset. Ball wrote for the Liverpool Echo: "Kevin Thelwell has said Everton players will be sold this season but the prospect of Jarrad Branthwaite being one of them is a very big concern for me.
Arnaut Danjuma has confirmed his departure from Everton. The Villarreal winger spent part of the season on-loan at Goodison Park. Everton will not be seeking a permanent deal and Danjuma posted to social media yesterday: To the incredible Everton fans, thank you for the unforgettable memories and unwavering support.
Former Chelsea fullback Scott Minto says ambitious young managers should avoid Stamford Bridge. Chelsea are seeking another new manager after this week's departure of Mauricio Pochettino.
Multiple reports in Italy claim Giorgio Chiellini is set to return to the club as a director, but how closely he will work with the first team is still unclear.
England coach Gareth Southgate has explained naming Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton in his provisional Euros squad. Despite less than six months of Premier League football under his belt, Southgate says Wharton deserves his selection.
Girona FC are a Champions League team. And, for most fans of Los Blanquivermells, it still hasn't sunk in yet that the biggest clubs from across Europe will be visiting the Estadi Montilivi next season.
Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini is unsure about his future after winning the Europa League final. La Dea thumped Bayer 3-0 in Dublin last night. Gasperini said: "I have taken some criticism, at times we are a little exposed, but the game is worth the candle, because I want to see my teams always attacking.
Manchester City returned to training yesterday ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup final against Manchester United. The clash at Wembley will be City’s final game of the 23/24 season.
Milan and Stuttgart had a summit on Wednesday to discuss Serhou Guirassy and more. The striker has a low release clause. The Rossoneri tested the waters about whether his team is open to negotiating the payment structure and the deal in general, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed (via Mediaset).
Mauricio Pochettino left Chelsea on Tuesday after only one season in charge but it has already been briefed – presumably from the Argentinian’s camp – that he is interested in talking to Manchester United if they decide to sack Erik ten Hag this summer.
Europa League fever is taking hold in Dublin tonight. Atalanta lead Xabi Alonso’s yet-to-be-beaten Bayern Leverkusen side. More interestingly, the game kicked off after Manchester United legend John O’Shea presented the trophy as part of the opening ceremony.
Angel Reese may have just begun her professional career, but she is already getting involved on the ownership side of things.
Manchester City clinched a historic fourth consecutive Premier League title Sunday, continuing a dynasty that has seen them win six of the last seven English top flight titles. But all good things come to an end, and there are signs City is approaching that inevitable conclusion. So who is waiting in the wings to claim the throne?
Manchester United have been given a slight boost ahead of the FA Cup final with trio Mason Mount, Anthony Martial and Victor Lindelof returning to first-team training this week.
Arsenal are on the hunt for a new backup goalkeeper, with Feyenoord’s Justin Bijlow emerging as a top candidate according to John Cross of The Mirror. As Mikel Arteta plans for the summer transfer window, the Dutchman’s potential move to North London could be pivotal for the Gunners’ squad depth.
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