Mainz 05 and German national team midfielder Nadiem Amiri has declined to guarantee that he will remain with the club beyond the summer transfer window, insisting that he does not wish to make a promise he may later be unable to keep. The 29-year-old addressed his future during Mainz's training camp in Hopfgarten, Austria, amid continued speculation surrounding a potential move to RB Leipzig.
Asked whether he would play for Mainz during the 2026/27 campaign, Amiri directly dismissed the links in a rather glib and formulaic fashion. As quoted by Kicker, however, Amiri effectively admitted that he would be moving on once the right opportunity arises.
"Right now, Mainz 05 is the only thing on my mind and everything else is unimportant," Amiri said. "Things can always change. That's why I didn't commit to Mainz at the end of last season either. I don't want to disappoint the fans. I'm not the type to say, 'I'm staying here' and then be gone three weeks later."
Recent reports suggested that Amiri remained keen on joining RB Leipzig and had reached a basic agreement with the Saxon club. Kicker now reports that Leipzig have not submitted an offer, while Amiri himself sought to play down the speculation entirely.
"They're not even an issue," the former Leverkusen midfielder said. "Someone had an idea, but neither Mainz, Leipzig, nor I have said anything about it. Why should we even address it now?"

#right

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is reportedly set to make a shock exit from St James' Park, with Al-Ahli boss Matthias Jaissle lined up to take charge of the Premier League club.
Howe's stunning departure comes less than a month before the start of the new Premier League season and Newcastle have moved quickly to line up German coach Jaissle as his replacement.
Howe is believed to have become disillusioned with Newcastle's transfer policy, while his position was already under scrutiny from the club's Saudi owners after a disappointing campaign last season.
The 48-year-old is said to have told Newcastle's hierarchy that he wanted to quit earlier in July to take a break from football, but he was persuaded to stay on while they identified his successor.
Jaissle would be a surprise choice to replace Howe given his lack of experience at the highest level.

#newcastle #premier #james

European governing body UEFA will hold an emergency meeting later on Thursday to deal with plans from FIFA to bring private investors into its events led by the World Cup.
Sources told dpa that the meeting also reported by other media is scheduled for the afternoon.
UEFA has condemned the plans which FIFA president Gianni Infantino defended late Wednesday and which have drawn mixed reactions from other confederations.
Germany's Bild paper said leading officials including German Football Federation (DFB) president Bernd Neuendorf discussed the FIFA plans via a UEFA video call on Wednesday.
"We must not lose the fans' support, but we are well on the way to squandering that support. I consider this to be extremely problematic and unacceptable," Neuendorf told broadcasters ZDF.

#plans

Danish top flight club Odense have parted ways with their German coach Alexander Zorniger after one matchday, citing differing opinions around the club's future.
Zorniger, 58, took the job last year and led then promoted Odense to eighth place in the league. They started the new season with a 1-0 defeat at Viborg.
Odense said on Thursday that "the collaboration has ended due to difficulties in working together and a lack of support (from Zorniger) for the club's direction and ambitions."
Zorniger had previously coached clubs including RB Leipzig, VfB Stuttgart, Brøndby and second division Greuther Fürth.

#german #greuther

Matthias Jaissle is the surprise favourite to take over as Newcastle head coach as Eddie Howe's replacement - and would arrive with a strong recent record of success.
Howe, 48, is set to leave St James' Park after nearly five years. He had been in charge since November 2021 when he replaced Steve Bruce and took the Magpies to their first domestic trophy in 70 years by winning the Carabao Cup in 2025.
Former RB Salzburg boss Jaissle, currently in charge of Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli, is noe expected to come in.
The 38-year-old German was a centre-half, progressing through the Stuttgart youth system before playing senior football for Hoffenheim from 2007 to 2014.
He represented Germany at Under-21 level, but was forced to retire through injury at the age of 25.

#howe

Bayer Leverkusen have explored a potential move for Olympique de Marseille captain Leonardo Balerdi (27), according to a report from La Provence.
The Argentina international has informed Marseille's new management team, led by president Stéphane Richard and sporting director Grégory Lorenzi, that he would like to leave the Stade Vélodrome this summer.
Balerdi is not currently interested in a return to Germany, where he previously represented Borussia Dortmund. The centre-back would instead prefer to continue his career in another major European league.
Balerdi initially joined Marseille on loan from Dortmund in 2020 before completing a permanent move one year later. After six seasons in Provence, he reportedly believes that the time has come to seek a new challenge.
Marseille considered Balerdi non-transferable last summer but are now prepared to listen to offers. Yet the defender remains under contract until 2028 and is reportedly among the five highest-paid members of the squad, earning an estimated €350,000 per month.

#marseille #move #summer

Two new films featuring Sir Geoff Hurst and fans have been released to mark the 60th anniversary of England's World Cup victory in 1966.
Hurst's famous hat-trick in the 4-2 win against West Germany took place six decades ago on July 30 at Wembley Stadium.
Wembley has brought together the voices of people who were there, with Hurst, the only surviving member of the team, saying: "Coming up the tunnel that day, only a section of the crowd could see us, then 96,000 – that memory will always stay with me.
"I still meet people today who tell me exactly where they were on the day, either at the game, or on holiday all around the world. Getting married and guests not turning up, all the sort of stories you hear.
"Programmes still turn up, the original ones. Tickets from the game turn up at functions. People have kept them over the years and ****** p into to me at a show or theatre asking me to sign. It is quite remarkable."

#hurst #wembley #game

Eddie Howe will reportedly leave Newcastle United in the coming days, less than a month before the start of the new Premier League season.
The 48-year-old remained in charge of the first team following talks with the club's hierarchy after a disappointing campaign in which they failed to qualify for Europe, finishing 12th in the table.
Newcastle have since sold key players Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon, while Bruno Guimaraes has been heavily linked with a move to ***** nal.
According to The Athletic, Howe has told Newcastle he wants to "take a break from football" and leaves on "amicable" terms, with the club "well prepared" for his exit.
The Magpies already have a successor lined up, with Matthias Jaissle of Al Ahli set to replace him in the dugout. The German coach has won the AFC Champions League twice with the Saudi club, who are also owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF).

#newcastle #eddie #sandro

Ipswich Town are reportedly interested in RC Strasbourg Alsace player Julio Enciso (22), according to information from Sky Sports.
Having previously played for the Tractor Boys, where he was on loan from Brighton & Hove Albion during the second half of the 2024–25 season (13 matches, two goals, three **** ists), the Paraguayan could now make a return to Portman Road, where Gary O'Neil, recently appointed as manager, is keen to secure his services after working alongside him in Alsace.
Since arriving in France last summer, Enciso has put in solid performances for Strasbourg, making 42 appearances and proving decisive on 21 occasions (12 goals, nine **** ists) across all competitions.
Also part of Paraguay's World Cup squad, the Caaguazú-born player played a major part in his national team's impressive run to the round of 16, notably helping to knock Germany out of the competition.
Under contract with RCSA until 2030, Enciso is currently valued at €25m by the specialist website Transfermarkt.

#goals

Eddie Howe is set to step down as Newcastle United head coach according to reports.
The Magpies first appointed former Bournemouth boss Howe midway through the 2021/22 season as a replacement for Steve Bruce and the new manager quickly oversaw an improvement in form.
Newcastle then went on to reach the League Cup final in 2023 and lost to Manchester United before then finally ending a barren trophy run in the same competition two years later with a 2-1 win over Liverpool.
Reports suggest that Howe's decision to leave came after discussions with the club's hierarchy with the club having a difficult summer that he seen key players leave. Meanwhile, on the pitch Newcastle recently lost 4-1 in a pre-season friendly to Championship side Bristol City.
Newcastle are now expected to turn to current Al-Ahli and former RB Salzburg head coach Matthias Jaissle. The Premier League side are said to be in advanced talks with the German.

#howe #head #lost

European governing body UEFA will hold an emergency meeting later on Thursday to deal with plans from FIFA to bring private investors into its events led by the World Cup.
Sources told dpa that the meeting also reported by other media is scheduled for the afternoon.
UEFA has condemned the plans which FIFA president Gianni Infantino defended late Wednesday and which have drawn mixed reactions from other confederations.
Germany's Bild paper said leading officials including German Football Federation (DFB) president Bernd Neuendorf discussed the FIFA plans via a UEFA video call on Wednesday.
"We must not lose the fans' support, but we are well on the way to squandering that support. I consider this to be extremely problematic and unacceptable," Neuendorf told broadcasters ZDF.

#plans #support

Matthias Jaissle is in pole position to replace Eddie Howe as Newcastle manager – just three weeks out from the new Premier League season.
Howe is leaving his role as Magpies head coach after five years in charge, with the 48-year-old English coach keen to take a break from football. Newcastle lost 4-1 to Bristol City in a pre-season game on Wednesday.
Howe leaves with plenty of credit in the bank, having guided Newcastle to their first major trophy in 70 years with victory in the 2025 Carabao Cup. He also guided the North-East side to the last-16 of the Champions League last season.
Yet, as first broken in The Athletic, Howe looks set to be replaced by little-known German coach Jaissle, who will have to hit the ground running with just 24 days before their Premier League opener against Liverpool at St James' Park.
Here's everything you need to know about Matthias Jaissle.

#howe #league #guided

According to a report from Matteo Moretto (as captured by Sport journalist Jordi Carné), former Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka might be trying to capitalize on the recent injury to Frenkie de Jong and has offered himself to his old boss, Hansi Flick, and FC Barcelona:
In recent hours, for example, FC Barcelona has received an offer worth considering. According to Matteo Moretto on "La Pizarra de Quintana," Leon Goretzka, a free agent after his contract with Bayern Munich expired, has made himself available to the Blaugrana club. The midfielder's entourage—he played a supporting role for the German national team at the World Cup—has expressed openness to joining the Blaugrana project following De Jong's tear of the medial collateral ligament in his right knee.
This isn't the first time Goretzka has offered his services to Barça in recent months.
Do not expect Goretzka to land in Catalonia, though. Carné says that FC Barcelona is not looking to add anything to the central midfield, so Goretzka will have to continue his search elsewhere.
As for where he might land, Goretzka's future could be determined by injuries that occur this summer. As of now, the midfielder is rumored to be focusing on European teams, but could eventually accept a fate that includes MLS.

#carn #bayern

Bayer Leverkusen striker Martin Terrier (29) could make a return to Ligue 1 after leaving Rennes for Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen two years ago, according to a report from Foot Mercato. The French player, uncapped at international level, only scored seven goals in 44 games played with the Werkself. Terrier's spell in Germany has been marred by injuries, including an Achilles tear last year.
Terrier still has three years of contract left with Bayer Leverkusen, but the perspective of returning to France appeals to him. The 29-year-old is reportedly in talks with his former club, Rennes, where he spent three remarkable campaigns. Les Bretons could be in need of further attacking options with Switzerland international Breel Embolo attracting interest.
But Rennes are not the only Ligue 1 club courting Terrier. Marseille, who will compete in the UEFA Europa League, like Rennes, are also interested in signing the former Lyon and Strasbourg forward. Current Marseille manager Bruno Genesio notably coached Terrier during his peak years at Rennes, between 2021 and 2023. Marseille also need at least one striker following the exits of both Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Mason Greenwood.
GFFN | Bastien Cheval

#leverkusen #marseille #years #striker

Everton, whose Scotland right-back, Nathan Patterson, is drawing strong interest from clubs in Germany, Italy and Spain, are preparing to firm up their interest in Celtic 27-year-old Alistair Johnston. (The Herald)
Mika Baur has informed Paderborn of his desire to join Celtic this summer after the 22-year-old midfielder agreed personal terms with the Scottish champions. (George Tsarouchas on X)
Mika Baur missed Paderborn's friendly with Southampon on Wednesday, but the German club's claim that the Celtic target was ill is not accurate. (Mark Hendry on X)
Marcelo Saracchi is poised to clinch a move to Houston Dynamo after the 28-year-old left-back's loan from Boca Juniors to Celtic. (Daily Record)
Out-of-favour 26-year-old Atalanta wing-back Mitchel Bakker, who had been linked with Celtic, is close to joining Marseille, according to reports in France. (Daily Record)

#celtic #year #mika #Scotland

Everton are linked with interest in Celtic's Alistair Johnston with Nathan Patterson tipped to exit, while Nadim Bajrami reportedly nears an exit from Rangers.
Everton, whose Scotland right-back, Nathan Patterson, is drawing strong interest from clubs in Germany, Italy and Spain, are preparing to firm up their interest in Celtic 27-year-old Alistair Johnston. (The Herald)
Mika Baur has informed Paderborn of his desire to join Celtic this summer after the 22-year-old midfielder agreed personal terms with the Scottish champions. (George Tsarouchas on X)
Mika Baur missed Paderborn's friendly with Southampon on Wednesday, but the German club's claim that the Celtic target was ill is not accurate. (Mark Hendry on X)
Marcelo Saracchi is poised to clinch a move to Houston Dynamo after the 28-year-old left-back's loan from Boca Juniors to Celtic. (Daily Record)

#nathan

Mercedes-Benz (MBG.DE) reported decent results on Tuesday, highlighting strength in its core business but continuing weakness in China. The report comes as the German automaker's US business is under threat of a ban due to ownership stakes by Chinese companies.
In the second quarter, Mercedes reported passenger car revenue of 22.99 billion euros ($26.18 billion), down 5% compared to a year ago, with adjusted EBIT coming in at 909 million euros ($1.035 billion), down 26% year over year.
But its adjusted return on sales (similar to EBIT margin) in the car unit fell slightly to 4% from a year earlier, beating ***** yst expectations, per Bloomberg.
Mercedes stock trading in Germany pulled higher on the results.
But the good news in its operations comes at a tricky time for Stuttgart-based Mercedes.

#ebit #results #business #down

By Rachel More
BERLIN, July 28 (Reuters) - Mercedes-Benz's CEO pledged on Tuesday to shield its U.S. business from a possible sales ban, as concerns in Washington over ‌the German carmaker's Chinese investors threaten it with exclusion from one of its few remaining ‌growth markets.
The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee approved legislation last week to toughen a ban on Chinese automakers entering the U.S. market that could, in theory, bar Mercedes from selling vehicles there, since its top two shareholders are Chinese.
"If we need to make adjustments to comply with anything, we will make sure that we protect our presence and our business in the U.S.," CEO Ola Kaellenius said, as ‌the company reported second-quarter results.
"We are ⁠not naive about the geopolitical environment and the competition between the United States and China."

#rachel #tuesday

FC Bayern head off on the Audi Summer Tour for the tenth time – and this time the German champions are going back to Asia from 1 to 8 August! The trip will initially take them to the island of Jeju in South Korea, and then onto the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong. As sporting highlights, there are two friendlies lined up, while fans can also look forward to attractive events and open training sessions. We'll be keeping you up to date on the tour with daily coverage on our website fcbayern.com, in the official FC Bayern app and on our social media channels.
Here's what you can look forward to in South Korea and Hong Kong as well as on our platforms:
On Tuesday 4 August, FC Bayern will play Korean Red&Gold partner club Jeju SK FC. Then on Friday 7 August, Vincent Kompany's side go up against Europa League winners Aston Villa in the Audi Football Summit at the Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong. You can watch live streams of both matches on FC Bayern TV PLUS. As usual, we'll report live from the stadium for you. Whether it's live text commentary, the match report, post-match reaction or press conference, you won't miss a thing with us!
If you want to be there yourself, tickets can be purchased from this link. Information for fans attending the match on Jeju can be found here, while information for the match against Aston Villa in Hong Kong is available from this link.
As well as the games against Jeju SK FC and Aston Villa, we're showing other pre-season friendlies on FC Bayern TV PLUS:

#jeju #audi

After earning the league-wide recognition last year, the Magic executed an extensive strategy in Germany that extended far beyond Orlando's regular-season game against the Grizzlies in Berlin. The multi-phase approach included "an in-market summer tour, an immersive fan hub called 'Magic Kiez,' youth basketball clinics, business summits, watch parties, and integrated activations with multiple partners across Germany," the team said.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: After earning the league-wide recognition last year, …

#year #grizzlies

Jürgen Klopp has been handed advice on how his Germany side should set up, just days after accepting the role and threatening to walk away. The former Liverpool manager was the first name the German football federation (DFB) approached after Julian Nagelsmann stepped down following a disappointing FIFA World Cup that ended with a penalty shoot-out defeat to Paraguay in the Round of 32.
Klopp faces a considerable challenge, given it's been 10 years since the national team claimed victory in a knockout-round fixture at a major tournament. As Reds supporters will attest, Klopp operates on his own terms and won't tolerate any external meddling.
Nevertheless, that hasn't prevented German soccer icon and DFB sporting director Rudi Völler from offering Klopp his thoughts on how the team should operate. He believes Klopp's team should take their cues from world champions Spain, rather than runners-up Argentina, who have attracted widespread condemnation for their behavior in the Final, which saw them deploy cynical tactics before instigating a post-match confrontation, as per The Liverpool Echo.
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#Liverpool #World #round #germany

Vinted, one of Europe's largest marketplaces for buying and selling pre-owned items between private individuals, will direct customers in Germany to ship or exchange goods through DHL Group's (XETRA: DHL) network of parcel lockers and digital kiosks, under a new strategic partnership aimed at making peer-to-peer purchases as convenient as ones through online retailers.
Private-party sales of used items through online marketplaces have become very popular in Germany. According to the latest DHL E-Commerce Trends Report, 67% of online shoppers in the country have already sold items via a digital platform.
Vinted and DHL announced Wednesday they are working together to expand and simplify the shipping and collection of Vinted parcels through DHL's network of Packstations (automated, self-service locker systems that allows users to send, receive and drop-off parcels around the clock), Poststations (digital Deutsche Post retail outlets where users can take care of postal business) and DeinFach lockers (a carrier neutral parcel locker network).
DHL operates the most extensive parcel shipping network in Germany, including 41,000 parcel drop-off and collection points at post offices, parcel shops and automated facilities.
The Vinted collaboration builds on a multi-month pilot program that both companies recently completed, DHL spokeswoman Sarah Preuss explained in an email message.

#parcel

Niclas Fullkrug has been linked with a move to Lazio as Gennaro Gattuso searches for a new number nine. The experienced 33-year-old is reportedly eager to head to Rome, yet there are a few factors hindering the deal.
Firstly, while Fullkrug has been offered up to the uncertain Biancocelesti following his loan stint with AC Milan last term, he earns €3.5 million and would have to cut his salary to return to Italy.
Second of all, the German's single goal in 20 Serie A appearances hardly makes for good reading. In fact, as Corriere dello Sport confirm, Gattuso is eyeing up a loan-to-buy move for Milan's Santi Gimenez. The risk with that, however, is that it's a deal that can only be evaluated in late August, ****** uming the striker is still with the Rossoneri after struggles of his own.
Gattuso has quite the recruitment job on his hands. At the time of writing, this window sees him with an exposed defence and a blunt attack – one that only registered 41 goals last season.
Petar Ratkov could leave the club after a bleak spell on the team's fringes, despite Lazio shelling out €13 million to Salzburg for him. Plus, with the side's ninth-placed finish last term, there isn't exactly a huge transfer fund to dip into for what is a very expensive position.

#deal

Left back Nathaniel Brown has said he wants to continu8e to impress and Bayern Munich like at previous club Eintracht Frankfurt and in the German national team.
"I want to show what I can do. I know what I can do and what I can't," Brown said at his presentation on Wednesday at Bayern's pre-season training camp in the Bavarian town of Rottach-Egern.
"The coach has already shown me what I do well. I've spoken with him a lot. I want to play as many games as possible, help the team, and ultimately win ***** les."
Brown will compete with Alphonso Davies for the left back position. The Canada captain has been plagued by injuries, but Bayern board member for sport Max Eberl said they are not really considering selling him.
Brown made a big impression in Frankfurt which brought him into the national team, where he was among very few German players to do well at the World Cup where the team went out in the last 32.

#team #german #national #well

VfB Stuttgart have officially confirmed the signing of Feyenoord attacker Leo Sauer. The Swabians edged out regional Baden-Württemberg rivals Hoffenheim to obtain the 20-year-old's signature. Kicker and all other reputable German footballing media sources confirm a base transfer fee of approximately €12.5m. Moreover, all sources corroborate the existence of performance bonuses tacked onto the deal.
Sauer's new contract in the BaWü capital runs through 2031. Sauer already possesses a profile in Germany, courtesy of the fact that he made Nnamdi Collins' life a nightmare during Slovakia's September 2025 upset of Germany. The young Slovak international will now receive a chance to further enhance his career in the Bundesliga.
"Leo has repeatedly demonstrated his qualities in the Dutch Eredivisie, in the Europa League, and while playing for the Slovak national team," VfB Board Member for Sport Fabian Wohlgemuth noted in a club statement. "He is a player with great potential for us—not just because of his age. We've signed him with the firm conviction that we can further strengthen and expand our [team] attacking approach within our playing culture for the coming years."
It feels great to now be part of such a prestigious club." the player himself added. "VfB has a strong reputation, a rich tradition, and a huge fan base. I can't wait to get to know all my teammates and play for my new club for the first time. My goal is to be as successful as possible with VfB in all three competitions."
GGFN | Peter Weis

#slovak

Whenever anyone asked me what my dream job is, I always had the same answer: I want to create content that resonates with people. It is truly an honor and a privilege to step into the site producer position at Pinstripe Alley, and I cannot wait to build connections with fans of my favorite team across all professional sports.
The New York Yankees fandom was first introduced to me by my grandfather, who grew up in the Bronx after immigrating from Germany. Whenever my sister and I visited my grandparents' house, my grandmother would always show off her vast collection of glass animals and trinkets from her travels around the world while my grandfather sat in the same spot on his couch, always with a pipe in hand, and watched his Bronx Bombers perform their magic. As I watched him pay close attention to every pitch and carefully ****** yze every swing, I realized that it wasn't just a sport he was watching. It was a beautiful human expression of finesse, endurance, and patience.
I was quickly enthralled with the art of baseball, despite the games typically lasting over three hours. Whenever my parents took me to a game at one of the most iconic stadiums in the country, I was always asking questions and cheering for Brett Gardner, Nick Swisher, or dancing to Derek Jeter's 2009 walk-up song (Empire State of Mind, for those who don't remember). After watching the Bombers win two World Series during my childhood, I knew I was locked in for life.
I continued to pursue an interest in sports throughout my education, and majored in journalism and mass communication at the University of Wisconsin. During my time as a Badger, I also earned a certificate in sports communication, which was an incredible opportunity to immerse myself in sports media. Instead of relaxing under the sun, my summers were spent writing articles as an intern at the New York Post sports department under fluorescent lights, or at the Yankees clubhouse until 1 a.m.
Since graduation, pursuing my passion for sports media has taken me to many amazing new places. Learning more about the nuances of baseball, however, has been the most rewarding. It has allowed me to develop professionally and form new connections, colleagues, and friends that I'm sure will last a lifetime.

#sports #whenever #always

The vice-president of the German FA (DFB) on Wednesday slammed FIFA's controversial plans to sell stakes in its competitions, including the World Cup, as "an outright attack on football".
FIFA announced Tuesday it was set to create a semi-private subsidiary which would sell part of its business operations in the World Cup and other competitions, hoping to raise $4.2 billion.
The plan would still have to be approved by the 38-member FIFA council and the majority of its 211 member **** ociations. FIFA said it intends to present the plans to the council soon.
Hans-Joachim Watzke, the DFB vice-president who is also president of Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund and a vice-president of UEFA's executive committee, joined the chorus critical of the proposal.
"Many in European football see FIFA's plans as an outright attack on football. I share this view. A line has been crossed here," Watzke told Germany's Kicker.

#plans #Football #watzke #sell

After locking down a deal for Santiago Castro, it was expected that all of Tony D'Amico's efforts would turn back to finding a left wing that Gian Piero Gasperini has been yearning for. However, it appears that the next Giallorossi signing for the time being won't be Antonio Nusa or Abde Ezzalzouli to fill that need. Instead, reports indicate that Roma's next signing won't even play that far up the pitch.
In a move that came out of nowhere, Roma is expected to sign 22-year-old Greek defender Konstantinos Koulierakis of Wolfsburg. The deal was first reported by Ugo Trani of Te la do io Tokyo and is now being corroborated by Fabrizio Romano and others. The amount being bandied about is €15 million, and it's expected that Koulierakis would fill the role of vice-Hermoso.
Koulierakis is a left-footed center back who brings considerable experience for his age. He's made 59 Bundesliga appearances over the last two seasons, 35 appearances in the Greek Super League, and another 9 Europa Conference League appearances with PAOK prior to that. He's also already made 22 appearances for the Greek national team.
Koulierakis was purchased by Wolfsburg from PAOK for just under €12 million two summers ago. After proving his worth in Germany, Roma is ready to bring him to Italy to add depth to its rearguard. Perhaps most importantly, he is a left-footed defender in a back three dominated by right-footed players—aside from Hermoso, to whom Koulierakis will likely be an understudy.
Koulierakis is a fairly tall center back at 6'2" and defends well in the air. He's known for being a progressive passer, which makes him a good fit in Gasperini's system as a left-sided defender. He's also proven to be composed on the ball and comfortable defending in tight ******* es. Koulierakis has chipped in 4 goals and 3 ******* ists during his time at Wolfsburg. At just 22, he's got plenty of room for development under Gasperini's tutelage.

#back #expected

Edin Džeko is set to sign a new one-year contract at promoted Bundesliga club Schalke on Monday, dpa has learnt.
Sources said that the Bosnia-Herzegovina star striker Džeko will undergo medical checks on the weekend before putting pen to paper.
Džeko, 40, arrived at then second division club in January from Italy's Fiorentina and helped them with six goals to return into the German top flight.
He played for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the World Cup and left his future beyond summer open.
Džeko won the Bundesliga with Wolfsburg in 2009 and was league top scorer a year later. He has also played for clubs including Manchester City, Roma, Inter Milan and Fenerbahce.

#herzegovina #year

Kerim Alajbegović is reportedly on the verge of completing a move to Juventus, based on Sky Germany's latest updates.
Bayer Leverkusen and the famous Turin-based outfit have reached a full agreement on a permanent transfer for the winger.
Juventus are expected to initially pay €33million up front for the 18-year-old Bosnia Herzegovina international.
The transfer fee could rise to as much as €40million through bonus payments, while only the final details remain to be settled.
Should Juventus get the deal over the line, the Old Lady will have fended off interest from both Chelsea FC and Atalanta Bergamo.

#million #bayer #leverkusen