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Como have agreed the sale of forward Gabriel Strefezza to Olympiacos in a deal worth circa €8m, confirm multiple sources. The rumours had already emerged yesterday that an agreement was imminent, with Alfredo Pedullà noting that it was the player who pushed for this transfer, whereas Como had been content to keep him.

Morten Hjulmand News / Football Italia / July 28

Juventus warned Hjulmand exchange plan doomed to failure

Just as reports emerge Juventus could offer Douglas Luiz as part of the deal for Morten Hjulmand, Portuguese media immediately assure Sporting CP would turn it down.

Lecce News / Football Italia / July 28

Morata blocked again by Galatasaray, as Como sell Strefezza for 8m

Galatasaray have reportedly refused a €4m proposal to interrupt Alvaro Morata’s Milan loan and send him to Como, while Gabriel Strefezza is close to Olympiacos.

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Soccer News / Football Italia / July 28

Cremonese close on Baschirotto and Zerbin double deal

Serie A newcomers Cremonese are close to two big signings, as they reportedly strike a €3m deal with Lecce for Federico Baschirotto and beat Pisa to Napoli’s Alessio Zerbin.

Morten Hjulmand News / Football Italia / July 28

Report Man United make opening offer for Juventus target Hjulmand

Juventus are facing competition from Manchester United in the race to sign Morten Hjulmand as the Red Devils have reportedly made an offer worth €40m for the ex-Lecce midfielder.

Ruben Amorim News / HITC / July 26

Ruben Amorim’s luxury was once a necessity for Man Utd managers and this change was long overdue

There aren’t many ways in which Ruben Amorim’s situation is better than those who came before him, but one thing that used to be a must has turned into a luxury for him.

Lecce News / Football Italia / July 25

Kilmarnock left back Ndaba flies out for Lecce medical

Lecce will welcome Kilmarnock’s Irish left-back Corrie Ndaba for a medical on Saturday before penning the contract, report Sky Sport Italia. The 25-year-old is all set to complete his transfer and put pen to paper on a three-year contract, with option to extend for another two seasons.

Lorenzo Colombo News / Football Italia / July 24

Done Deal: AC Milan hand Colombo to Genoa in 10m agreement

Milan have shaken hands with Genoa to hand over Lorenzo Colombo on loan with an option to buy, becoming an obligation if conditions are met, at a cost of €10m.

Francesco Camarda News / Football Italia / July 24

Milan to pay Lecce for every Camarda goal and Serie A appearance during loan spell

Reports in Italy indicate that Milan will pay a series of bonuses related to goals and appearances made that teenager Francesco Camarda makes during his

Soccer News / HITC / July 23

What David de Gea said about Moise Kean and why it matters for Manchester United

Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos passed on a Manchester United-linked striker in favour of Ruben Amorim, and it looks like they made the right choice. Ruben Amorim is likely to add another forward to his Manchester United squad before the summer transfer window closes in September.

Lorenzo Colombo News / Football Italia / July 22

Milan striker Colombo very close to Genoa transfer

Genoa are reportedly very close to an agreement with Milan for striker Lorenzo Colombo, taking him on loan with an option to buy that could become an obligation.

Morten Hjulmand News / ESPN / July 22

Transfer rumors, news: Man United, Man City fight for €80m Sporting star Hjulmand

Sporting CP captain Morten Hjulmand is wanted by both Manchester United and Manchester City. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Ruben Amorim News / HITC / July 21

Ruben Amorim hints again that Man United star doesn’t fit his system, despite big turnaround

Ruben Amorim has not hesitated to sideline players when he feels it’s necessary, but there’s one player who, despite doing everything right, still doesn’t seem to fit in.

Morten Hjulmand News / Football Italia / July 18

Hjulmand warning for Juventus, price will not go below 80m

Sporting CP have warned Juventus, Manchester City, Manchester United and anyone else interested that Morten Hjulmand will cost them €80m. There have been numerous reports in Italy that the former Lecce midfielder has been placed at the top of the wish list for the Bianconeri this summer.

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Soccer News / Football Italia / July 18

Como beat Lille 3-2 in first pre-season friendly

Cesc Fabregas and Como had a perfect start to pre-season with a thrilling 3-2 friendly victory over Lille, including a brace from Ivan Azon. Few clubs in Italy have spent more over the summer than the Lariani, who made it into Serie A in 2024 and are now determined to climb the table even more.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 17

Parma sell Mihaila to Turkish side Rizespor

Despite interest from Cremonese, Parma have decided to sell Romania international Valentin Mihaila to Rizespor for €2m plus a percentage of the future fee.

Lecce News / HITC / July 17

Man Utd join race for £69.5m Danish midfielder linked with Barcelona and five other European giants

Manchester United are said to have an edge in the race for a new midfield option, separate from their reported interest in Atalanta’s Ederson and Palmeiras’ Richard Rios.

Francesco Camarda News / Football Italia / July 15

Camarda: ‘Lecce treat me like a professional player’ after Milan cameos

Francesco Camarda admits he chose the Lecce loan because they ‘treat me like a professional football player’ and don’t look at his age, after limited opportunities at Milan.

Jadon Sancho News / Football Italia / July 14

Ongoing Juventus talks as Conceiçao clause set to rise and Sancho waits for sales

Juventus continue talks with Portuguese clubs as Alberto Costa is wanted by Sporting CP, while the clause to sign Francisco Conceiçao from Porto will rise to €45m in just two days.

Morten Hjulmand News / Football Italia / July 12

Alberto Costa wants Sporting, as Juventus ask after Hjulmand

The exclusive from Thursday is confirmed, as Sporting CP have offered €20m for Alberto Costa and the Juventus full-back is enthusiastic about the move, with Morten Hjulmand discussed too.

Lecce News / Football Italia / July 11

Lecce snap up Chile Under-20 talent Perez

Lecce are reportedly on the verge of securing a promising new right-back from Chile, paying €500,000 for Matias Perez from Curicó Unido. Multiple sources including Sky Sport Italia, Tuttomercatoweb and Sportitalia all confirm the deal is close to completion.

Lecce News / Football Italia / July 10

Exclusive: Sporting CP offer profitable deal for Juventus defender

Alberto Costa could be set to leave Juventus after just a few months in Serie A, as Sporting CP in his native Portugal are prepared to offer the Bianconeri

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / July 3

Juventus Flop Involved in Talks with Manchester United

Juventus and Manchester United have been negotiating for Jadon Sancho, and Douglas Luiz could eventually become part of the deal. The Bianconeri need to act quickly because, while Fenerbahce have moved on, he has a few suitors.

Lionel Messi News / Football Espana / June 29

Barcelona settle debt owed to Lionel Messi

It’s no secret that Barcelona have been struggling with financial problems, but things should start to get easier. The club has made significant efforts to reduce costs in recent years, and previous debts are also starting to be settled.

Lecce News / Caught Offside / April 19

Man United 'no longer looking' at Liverpool transfer target, says expert

Manchester United are no longer looking at signing a left-back, clearing the way for Liverpool to target Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez. That’s according to Fabrizio Romano in his exclusive video post for CaughtOffside‘s the Daily Briefing, with the Italian journalist discussing potential outgoings at Bournemouth this summer.