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13 hours ago
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Monaco near agreement to sign Bayer Leverkusen's Lukas Hradecky
AS Monaco's pursuit of a new No.1 has gone on all summer, however, they may soon have their man. understands that Bayer Leverkusen's Lukas Hradceky (35) could soon join the Principality club, with an agreement between the two clubs drawing closer. At the start of the summer, CEO Thiago Scuro announced that the club were in the market for a new goalkeeper, with the current options, Philipp Köhn and Radoslaw Majecki, failing to convince over the long run. Numerous goalkeepers have been targeted, including Djordje Petrovic, Marcin Bulka, and David De Gea. The former two have completed moves elsewhere, whilst the latter ultimately extended at Fiorentina. Monaco have since honed in on the experienced Hradecky. L'Équipe understands that Bayer Leverkusen have demanded €4m, whilst a €2m bid was rejected by the Bundesliga side. However, a deal between the two clubs is nearing. The Finnish goalkeeper said he was open to a new challenge, following the arrival of Mark Flekken from Brentford. GFFN | Luke Entwistle
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3 days ago
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Exclusive: Cagliari ready to push for Inter striker Esposito
Cagliari are ready to resume talks with Inter for Sebastiano Esposito as the Sardinians are determined to reach an agreement for the Italian striker. Cagliari are set to resume talks with Inter for Sebastiano Esposito. Cagliari set to push for Esposito epa11764793 Empoli's Sebastiano Esposito celebrates after scoring the 0-2 goal during the Italian Serie A soccer match between Hellas Verona and Empoli FC in Verona, Italy, 08 December 2024. EPA-EFE/Emanuele Pennnacchio The Rossoblu first made contact with the Nerazzurri on July 2, and the club owned by Tommaso Giulini is determined to push for the ex-Empoli loanee in the coming days. Esposito has one year left in his contract at San Siro, and Inter value him at €7m. Esposito attracted interest from other Serie A clubs VENICE, ITALY – JANUARY 04: Sebastiano Esposito of Empoli celebrates with their teammates after scoring his team's equalizing goal during the Serie A match between Venezia and Empoli at Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo on January 04, 2025 in Venice, Italy. (Photo by) Esposito, scorer of eight goals in 33 Serie A appearances with Empoli last season, has also attracted interest from Fiorentina and Parma who have both sounded out the striker's availability. I had already mentioned him for a possible player-plus-cash swap deal with Parma for Giovanni Leoni, but Inter's current priority is the signing of Ademola Lookman from Atalanta. Cagliari are eager to reach an agreement with Inter as talks will resume in the following days. Esposito played for Inter in the Club World Cup earlier this summer after spending the 2024-25 season on loan at Empoli.
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5 days ago
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Albania Star To Leave Inter Milan This Summer – Not Standing In The Way Of Transfer Despite Reports
Albania Star To Leave Inter Milan This Summer – Not Standing In The Way Of Transfer Despite Reports Midfielder Kristjan Asllani is set to leave Inter Milan this summer, and isn't standing in the way of a transfer despite rumours. This according to Italian outlet FCInterNews. They report that the reason the Albanian has yet to leave is related to the price tag of a move rather than the player refusing offers. Advertisement Inter midfielder Kristjan Asllani has been strongly linked with an exit this summer transfer window. However, things have yet to really get moving as far as a potential transfer for the 23-year-old. Asllani has been the subject of the interest of a few clubs. Fiorentina and Bologna have emerged as potential suitors within Serie A. And La Liga side Real Betis are also keen. Kristjan Asllani Hasn't Rejected Inter Milan Departure VENICE, ITALY – JANUARY 12: Kristjan Asllani of FC Internazionale controls the ball during the Serie A match between Venezia and FC Internazionale at Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo on January 12, 2025 in Venice, Italy. (Photo by) Advertisement There have been persistent rumours that Asllani has been digging in his heels and rejecting a move away from Inter. The Gazzetta dello Sport reported as much earlier today. Specifically, Asllani has reportedly been less than enthusiastic on a move away from Serie A. Therefore, the Albanian international has been reported to have turned down a move to Betis. According to FCInterNews, however, Betis haven't come close to meeting Inter's asking price for Asllani. The Andalusian are hoping to sign Asllani for a fee of around €10 million. Meanwhile, Inter want €18-20 million, or €15-16 million plus a sell-on fee. Advertisement Therefore, FCIN report, that is the real reason why Asllani hasn't left Inter. Meanwhile, other interested clubs like Fiorentina and Bologna have not made a sufficient offer for Asllani. Therefore, FCIN report, Inter will wait patiently for offers for Asllani. But they are not going to force the former Empoli midfielder out the door for a cut price fee, the outlet anticipate.
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22-07-2025
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Report – Why Inter Milan Unable To Sell Three Out-Of-Favor Stars
Inter Milan put fringe stars Mehdi Taremi, Kristjan Asllani, and Sebastiano Esposito up for sale weeks ago. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the club's high asking prices have deterred potential suitors. It's no secret that Cristian Chivu's men are working to offload several out-of-favor players. Furthermore, they've already compiled a list. Kristjan Asllani sits at the top, yet Inter's €18 million valuation already blew Fiorentina out of the water. Why Inter Milan Cannot Sell Mehdi Taremi, Kristjan Asllani & Sebastiano Esposito Before Inter's demands scared Fiorentina off, Asllani turned down a chance to sign for Real Betis. Therefore, his situation at San Siro remains complicated. Furthermore, Inter are eager to part ways with Mehdi Taremi after just one year. However, the Iranian's €3m-a-year salary has put off Porto. Only a handful of teams are willing to meet the 33-year-old's wages. Indeed, Besiktas, Fulham, and West Ham United are the most realistic options for Taremi. On top of that, the veteran striker commands an €8m price tag. Finally, Sebastiano Esposito has entered the final year of his contract at San Siro.
Daily Mirror
22-07-2025
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David de Gea lays down challenge to Man Utd transfer target - 'It isn't enough'
Fiorentina striker Moise Kean has enjoyed a stellar season, which has caught Manchester United's attention, and David de Gea has called on the Italian to continue producing Fiorentina frontman Moise Kean has been told "one good year isn't enough" after excelling in Serie A - which has attracted the attention of Manchester United. The Italian has endured some less memorable stints in his career, previously struggling to make an impact during his time at Everton. The Toffees signed Kean from Juventus and then sold him back there after he couldn't deliver consistently. Now he's proving his worth after finding a home in Florence. Last term Kean scored a career high 25 goals in 44 games and was named in the Serie A Team of the Season. Interest in him bloomed when it emerged he had a £44.5m release contract in his contract - but the deadline to activate it has reportedly passed. United are looking to bolster their forward line and want a No 9 to compliment new arrivals Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo. They've also been linked with the likes of Nicolas Jackson at Chelsea and RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko. Kean is among those names on their shortlist but ex-United star David de Gea has told his new team-mate that his stellar season in front of goal cannot be a one off and he must replicate his numbers. De Gea told Italian outlet Cronache: "When I arrived, my Italian was terrible and we spoke in English. Now I've improved and I communicate with him [Kean] more easily. He had an excellent season, but now for me he needs to have another good year, and then another, and so on. "One good year isn't enough, he needs to continue like this and build on what he's done. He's put in some very good numbers, but he needs to keep it up and prove he can do it over time." De Gea has revealed he would never have stayed to play in England if it wasn't for United despite his contract being allowed to run down before leaving in 2023. The Spaniard spent more than a decade in Manchester before finding a new home in Italy. He said: "I only wanted Manchester United, and while it's true that I received offers from England, I knew it would be impossible for me to play anywhere else. I've spent my whole life there, it's the club that shaped me and allowed me to have a wonderful career. Football is like that, unexpected things happen. Like the opportunity to come here to Florence."
