Dybala double in vain as Roma squander three-goal lead in Cannes draw
Paulo Dybala scored twice and assisted another, but Roma threw away a 3-0 lead to draw 3-3 with Cannes after Wesley’s first-half red card.
Allegri plans Napoli squad assessment after transfer window closes
Max Allegri says he will evaluate his Napoli squad once the transfer market closes after watching his side secure a 2-0 friendly victory over Carrarese, though injury concerns continue to mount.
Napoli weigh loan approach for Chelsea defender Badiashile
Napoli are considering a loan move for Chelsea centre-back Benoit Badiashile as defensive injuries leave them short of options ahead of the new season.
Pirlo’s Italy Coach Bid Faces Legal Block Over Russian Betting Ties
Consumer protection agency Codacons has threatened legal action to prevent Andrea Pirlo from becoming Italy coach, citing his sponsorship of Russian bookmaker Fonbet as a breach of strict gambling advertising laws.
Milan raise Gerard Martin offer to €35m amid Chelsea competition
AC Milan are prepared to increase their bid for Barcelona defender Gerard Martin to €35 million as they compete with Chelsea for the Spanish defender’s signature.
Mourinho covets Bastoni as Inter demand €70m from Real Madrid
Real Madrid manager José Mourinho wants Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni, but the Serie A club insist on a €70m valuation having already rejected Barcelona.
FIGC Hits Brakes on Pirlo Appointment Over Russian Betting Ties
The Italian Football Federation has paused Andrea Pirlo’s expected appointment as national team coach to investigate his promotional ties with Russian bookmaker Fonbet.
Stuttgart rule out goalkeeper signing despite Seimen injury absence
VfB Stuttgart will not sign a replacement goalkeeper despite losing Dennis Seimen to injury until at least September. Manager Sebastian Hoeneß has expressed confidence in Fabian Bredlow and the current goalkeeping options.
Kompany names youthful Bayern side for Wehen Wiesbaden friendly
Bayern Munich will field an academy-heavy lineup in their opening pre-season fixture against SV Wehen Wiesbaden, with only six senior players available due to World Cup commitments.
De la Fuente condemns Argentina players’ conduct as FIFA opens World Cup final probe
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has condemned Argentina players for their conduct following the World Cup final, as FIFA opens a formal investigation into post-match clashes.