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Xabi Alonso sets sights on Chelsea squad transition as manager New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso was unveiled at Stamford Bridge on Monday and said he wants to keep Enzo Fernandez at the club.The 25-year-old Argentina midfielder, who is preparing to face England in the World Cup semi-finals, is open to leaving and was recently linked with Real Madrid.However, the Spanish club denied pursuing a move for Fernandez last week, leaving him with no known alternative destination and a sizeable £120m asking price.Alonso replied “yes” when asked whether he wanted to keep Fernandez, adding: “We have spoken. But, as you can…

Juventus look to offload Lois Openda as RC Lens show interest Juventus are trying to offload flop Lois Openda, but after a Coventry City approach, his old club RC Lens are eager to bring him back, with one significant problem.The Belgium international was a costly disaster on the transfer market last summer, signed from RB Leipzig on loan for €3.25m with an obligation to buy at the end of the season for a further €42.75m plus add-ons.Had it only been an option and not an obligation, the Bianconeri certainly would not have made the move permanent after a pitiful two…

Xabi Alonso Confirms Talks with Enzo Fernandez Amid Chelsea Future Uncertainty Xabi Alonso has confirmed he has spoken to Enzo Fernandez since Real Madrid denied holding interest in the Chelsea midfielder, who previously appeared to be pushing for a transfer.Fernandez has been at the World Cup with Argentina and has not yet met face-to-face with the new Blues boss. However, he was the subject of an extraordinary statement from the Spanish giants when they shut down reports linking the 25-year-old with a move to the Santiago Bernabeu.In April, Fernandez expressed an interest in Madrid amid uncertainty over his future, which…

Martin O’Neill faces uncertainty as Celtic’s transfer window stalls Recent comments from Martin O’Neill have done little to ease concerns among Celtic supporters regarding the club’s quiet summer transfer window. Colombian striker Camilo Duran, signed from Azerbaijani side Qarabag, remains the Scottish champions’ only addition so far, despite the manager’s clear intention to rebuild his squad after nearly losing the league title to Heart of Midlothian last season.O’Neill has reportedly admitted he has resigned himself to the potential departures of Arne Engels and Daizen Maeda. Furthermore, he plans to hold discussions with captain Callum McGregor regarding his future, following reports…

Fortuna Sittard Signs Oxford United Striker Ole Romeny on Loan Fortuna Sittard has secured the services of 26-year-old Oxford United striker Ole Romeny on a season-long loan for the 2026/2027 campaign. The agreement between the two clubs does not include a future purchase option for the Indonesian forward. Fortuna Sittard management hopes Romeny will replace the scoring production lost following the summer departure of Kaj Sierhuis, while the player views this move as an opportunity to regain his form after a difficult tenure at Oxford United.Romeny moved to Oxford United in January 2025, arriving from FC Utrecht, where he tallied…

Inter President Beppe Marotta Criticizes Agent After Marco Palestra Joins Chelsea Inter President Beppe Marotta notes that new Chelsea signing Marco Palestra ‘backed out of a verbal agreement’ with the Nerazzurri, but blames the defender’s agent as well: ‘He could have steered him in a different direction.’Inter President Marotta joined coach Cristian Chivu for a press conference on Monday, on the first day of the Nerazzurri pre-season.The defending Serie A champions are still looking for a replacement for Denzel Dumfries, who joined Real Madrid in a €20m deal.Marotta: Palestra ‘backed out of a verbal agreement’ with InterTheir primary target, Marco…

Falkirk manager John McGlynn welcomes Brentford’s Ben Krauhaus on loan Falkirk manager John McGlynn describes the club as “a good platform” for Ben Krauhaus after signing the midfielder on a season-long loan from Brentford.The Englishman joins the Bairns following two loan spells at his first club, Bromley. He arrives with significant experience, having made more than 130 senior appearances and scored 18 goals.Krauhaus could make his debut in Tuesday’s Premier Sports Cup match against Ayr United at the Falkirk Stadium. Falkirk began their Group G campaign with a 5-0 victory over Edinburgh City on Saturday.”Ben Krauhaus is an attacking midfielder…

Xabi Alonso Addresses Media After Taking Chelsea Managerial Role You can watch Xabi Alonso speak to the media for the first time since his appointment as the new Chelsea manager at the top of this page. Chelsea news conference: Watch Xabi Alonso speak to the media for the first time since becoming manager at the top of this pageAlonso was sacked by Real Madrid last season and replaces Liam Rosenior, who Chelsea dismissed in April after three months in chargeIt is hoped Alonso will have the personality, gravitas from his playing career and tactical acumen to bring the club back…

Cristian Chivu Targets Further Success as Inter Prepare for New Campaign Cristian Chivu insists Inter “do not fear anybody” in Serie A or Europe, will wipe the slate clean after winning the Double, and has fresh ideas for Benjamin Pavard and Andy Diouf.Last season was his first full campaign in Serie A, yet he finished it with the Serie A and Coppa Italia trophies, so now the pressure is on to continue that extraordinary start.Pre-season training begins today at the Appiano Gentile ground, so the coach sat down with Inter President Beppe Marotta for a press conference.Chivu and Inter won’t…

Bayern Munich makes initial contact with Barcelona’s Jules Kounde Bayern Munich have made initial enquiries about FC Barcelona star Jules Kounde, contacting the French defender’s representatives to assess his current situation and determine whether he would be open to a future move.While reports in Germany had suggested interest from the Bavarians over the weekend, SPORT now confirms from sources close to the situation, the Bundesliga champions have recently sought information regarding Kounde’s contractual status and long-term intentions.Barcelona’s position on KoundeAlthough Kounde remains an important member of Hansi Flick’s squad, he is not considered untouchable.After establishing himself as one of the…