3 hours ago
Omar Marmoush scored twice in a three-minute spell in the second half as Manchester City came from behind to beat Atletico Madrid in a friendly in Seoul, South Korea.
The Spanish side took the lead just before half-time when City failed to properly clear Koke's corner and Morten Hjulmand set up 16-year-old Jorge Dominguez, who shot past goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
But City equalised in the 57th minute. Antoine ***** yo did well to slide and keep the ball in play before he charged into the penalty area down the left flank and his low cross was converted by Marmoush.
The pair linked up again two minutes later with a near identical goal - Marmoush finishing comfortably following ***** yo's low cross from the left.
There was a crowd of more than 50,000 at the Seoul World Cup Stadium and the loudest cheer was reserved for the second-half introduction of Atletico's South Korea international Lee Kang-in.
#marmoush #half #south #minute
The Spanish side took the lead just before half-time when City failed to properly clear Koke's corner and Morten Hjulmand set up 16-year-old Jorge Dominguez, who shot past goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
But City equalised in the 57th minute. Antoine ***** yo did well to slide and keep the ball in play before he charged into the penalty area down the left flank and his low cross was converted by Marmoush.
The pair linked up again two minutes later with a near identical goal - Marmoush finishing comfortably following ***** yo's low cross from the left.
There was a crowd of more than 50,000 at the Seoul World Cup Stadium and the loudest cheer was reserved for the second-half introduction of Atletico's South Korea international Lee Kang-in.
#marmoush #half #south #minute
23 hours ago
Manchester City have moved swiftly to reshape their goalkeeping department, agreeing a £1.7 million deal with Marseille for Geronimo Rulli.
According to Sky Sports, the 34 year old is set to sign a two year contract at the Etihad Stadium, providing experienced cover for Gianluigi Donnarumma next season.
Rulli arrives following James Trafford's club record transfer to Leeds United for an initial £40 million. Financially, the sequence of deals represents striking business from City, bringing in an established international goalkeeper for a fraction of Trafford's fee.
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Former Villarreal goalkeeper Rulli enters the final year of his Marseille contract, helping explain City's modest outlay.
#year #contract #geronimo
According to Sky Sports, the 34 year old is set to sign a two year contract at the Etihad Stadium, providing experienced cover for Gianluigi Donnarumma next season.
Rulli arrives following James Trafford's club record transfer to Leeds United for an initial £40 million. Financially, the sequence of deals represents striking business from City, bringing in an established international goalkeeper for a fraction of Trafford's fee.
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Former Villarreal goalkeeper Rulli enters the final year of his Marseille contract, helping explain City's modest outlay.
#year #contract #geronimo
1 day ago
Manchester City have agreed a €2m (£1.7m) deal to sign Geronimo Rulli to give Gianluigi Donnarumma a new deputy.
City have moved quickly to find a replacement for James Trafford, who joined Leeds for an initial £40m this week.
Rulli, who will sign a two-year deal at the Etihad Stadium, will join from Marseille after two seasons as the French club's regular goalkeeper.
It will be the 34-year-old's second stint on City's books, though he is yet to debut for them after being signed in 2016, loaned to Real Sociedad and then bought by the Spanish club.
Rulli has also had spells at Montpellier and Ajax while he was a Europa League winner with Villarreal, both scoring and saving a penalty in the shootout in the 2021 final against Manchester United.
#deal #gianluigi
City have moved quickly to find a replacement for James Trafford, who joined Leeds for an initial £40m this week.
Rulli, who will sign a two-year deal at the Etihad Stadium, will join from Marseille after two seasons as the French club's regular goalkeeper.
It will be the 34-year-old's second stint on City's books, though he is yet to debut for them after being signed in 2016, loaned to Real Sociedad and then bought by the Spanish club.
Rulli has also had spells at Montpellier and Ajax while he was a Europa League winner with Villarreal, both scoring and saving a penalty in the shootout in the 2021 final against Manchester United.
#deal #gianluigi
1 day ago
Manchester City have agreed a deal to re-sign Argentina goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli from Marseille for £1.7 million, according to BBC Sport.
The 34-year-old will return to the Etihad Stadium nine years after first joining City. Rulli spent the 2016-17 season at the club but did not make a first-team appearance before returning to Real Sociedad on loan.
He has agreed a two-year contract and will provide cover for first-choice goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma following James Trafford's departure for Leeds in a deal worth up to £45m.
Rulli has eight Argentina caps and was part of the squads that won the 2022 World Cup and 2024 Copa America. He also has extensive European experience, having played for Real Sociedad, Montpellier, Villarreal, Ajax and Marseille.
The goalkeeper was a key figure in Villarreal's 2021 Europa League final triumph over Manchester United. He scored in the penalty shootout before saving David de Gea's decisive attempt to secure the trophy.
#rulli #sociedad
The 34-year-old will return to the Etihad Stadium nine years after first joining City. Rulli spent the 2016-17 season at the club but did not make a first-team appearance before returning to Real Sociedad on loan.
He has agreed a two-year contract and will provide cover for first-choice goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma following James Trafford's departure for Leeds in a deal worth up to £45m.
Rulli has eight Argentina caps and was part of the squads that won the 2022 World Cup and 2024 Copa America. He also has extensive European experience, having played for Real Sociedad, Montpellier, Villarreal, Ajax and Marseille.
The goalkeeper was a key figure in Villarreal's 2021 Europa League final triumph over Manchester United. He scored in the penalty shootout before saving David de Gea's decisive attempt to secure the trophy.
#rulli #sociedad
3 days ago
One position at Manchester City that did seem uncertain was the goalkeeping position. The safe bet when the 2025-26 season ended was that Gianluigi Donnarumma would remain City's first-choice keeper under Enzo Maresca. The question was whether James Trafford would depart City and how he would be replaced if he did leave the club as expected. That answer has arrived with James Trafford completing a permanent move to Leeds United and Marseille keeper Gerónimo Rulli coming in to be Manchester City's backup goalkeeper.
Manchester City have announced today that James Trafford has signed for Leeds United. Trafford returned to City last summer when he completed a permanent move to the Etihad from Burnley. At the time, it did seem like Trafford would go on to become Manchester City's number-one goalkeeper after learning from Ederson. However, Ederson would leave City to sign for Fenerbahce and Manchester City would sign Gianluigi Donnarumma from PSG. Donnarumma's arrival meant that Trafford became Manchester City's backup and cup goalkeeper.
James Trafford did play a key role in Manchester City's FA Cup and Carabao Cup success last season. He started both finals and his triple-save against **** nal in the Carabao Cup final was pivotal to Manchester City's victory over **** nal at Wembley. Trafford's form throughout City's FA Cup run was also a key component of Manchester City's FA Cup triumph last season.
Speaking with mancity.com after his transfer to Leeds United was confirmed, James Trafford looked back on his two spells at Manchester City fondly. However, he did state that he had his own personal ambitions need to be fulfilled, hence the move to Leeds United. Speaking after signing for Leeds United, Trafford said: "Manchester City will always mean a lot to me. My two spells here were both really positive. To come through the Academy, learn the City way of playing football and spend time with so many top coaches and young players gave me a fantastic platform to have a career in the game."
"And to then come back and win two trophies felt really special. I have dreams and ambitions in the game to achieve, but I will always think of City with affection."
#city #james #season #move
Manchester City have announced today that James Trafford has signed for Leeds United. Trafford returned to City last summer when he completed a permanent move to the Etihad from Burnley. At the time, it did seem like Trafford would go on to become Manchester City's number-one goalkeeper after learning from Ederson. However, Ederson would leave City to sign for Fenerbahce and Manchester City would sign Gianluigi Donnarumma from PSG. Donnarumma's arrival meant that Trafford became Manchester City's backup and cup goalkeeper.
James Trafford did play a key role in Manchester City's FA Cup and Carabao Cup success last season. He started both finals and his triple-save against **** nal in the Carabao Cup final was pivotal to Manchester City's victory over **** nal at Wembley. Trafford's form throughout City's FA Cup run was also a key component of Manchester City's FA Cup triumph last season.
Speaking with mancity.com after his transfer to Leeds United was confirmed, James Trafford looked back on his two spells at Manchester City fondly. However, he did state that he had his own personal ambitions need to be fulfilled, hence the move to Leeds United. Speaking after signing for Leeds United, Trafford said: "Manchester City will always mean a lot to me. My two spells here were both really positive. To come through the Academy, learn the City way of playing football and spend time with so many top coaches and young players gave me a fantastic platform to have a career in the game."
"And to then come back and win two trophies felt really special. I have dreams and ambitions in the game to achieve, but I will always think of City with affection."
#city #james #season #move
3 days ago
Leeds United have signed James Trafford from Manchester City for a club-record fee of up to £45m and City are already lining up a replacement.
The England goalkeeper has inked a five-year deal at Elland Road and has become Daniel Farke's third signing of the summer.
City, who have inserted a 20 per cent sell-on clause, also have a matching rights option to sign Trafford for a third time if and when he leaves Leeds.
Enzo Maresca's side are interested in signing the Argentina international Geronimo Rulli from Marseille as Trafford's replacement and Gianluigi Donnarumma's deputy.
Trafford rejoined City last summer from Burnley when, after he had a record-breaking year in the Clarets' promotion-winning season, they matched Newcastle's £31m bid for him.
#replacement
The England goalkeeper has inked a five-year deal at Elland Road and has become Daniel Farke's third signing of the summer.
City, who have inserted a 20 per cent sell-on clause, also have a matching rights option to sign Trafford for a third time if and when he leaves Leeds.
Enzo Maresca's side are interested in signing the Argentina international Geronimo Rulli from Marseille as Trafford's replacement and Gianluigi Donnarumma's deputy.
Trafford rejoined City last summer from Burnley when, after he had a record-breaking year in the Clarets' promotion-winning season, they matched Newcastle's £31m bid for him.
#replacement
3 days ago
Marseille are in need of a No. 1 goalkeeper after agreeing to part ways with Geronimo Rulli (34). The Argentina international is set to Gianluigi Donnarumma's understudy at Manchester City following James Trafford's departure for Leeds United. Rulli is set to cost Enzo Maresca's Cityzens close to €3,5m.
Rulli's exit leaves a big void to fill in Bruno Genesio's squad. L'Equipe reports that Marseille have made progress in their quest to find their new No. 1 goalkeeper. In the last few days, OM have identified Marcin Bulka as Rulli's replacement. The Pole has a vast experience of Ligue 1 football. He has been OGC Nice's starter for three seasons, between 2022 and 2025.
Bulka has only made his return to action a couple of months ago after tearing an ACL during a training session with Neom in September. L'Equipe adds that Marseille have submitted a loan offer to their SPL counterparts.
GFFN | Bastien Cheval
#made #geronimo
Rulli's exit leaves a big void to fill in Bruno Genesio's squad. L'Equipe reports that Marseille have made progress in their quest to find their new No. 1 goalkeeper. In the last few days, OM have identified Marcin Bulka as Rulli's replacement. The Pole has a vast experience of Ligue 1 football. He has been OGC Nice's starter for three seasons, between 2022 and 2025.
Bulka has only made his return to action a couple of months ago after tearing an ACL during a training session with Neom in September. L'Equipe adds that Marseille have submitted a loan offer to their SPL counterparts.
GFFN | Bastien Cheval
#made #geronimo
3 days ago
Manchester City have reached an agreement with Olympique de Marseille for the transfer of Gerónimo Rulli (34), according to a report from Foot Mercato. City have identified the Argentina international as their preferred option to become Gianluigi Donnarumma's understudy following James Trafford's departure for Leeds United.
The Premier League club had previously submitted an opening offer worth €2m for Rulli, but Marseille rejected the proposal and demanded at least €3.5m for the goalkeeper, who has entered the final year of his contract at the Vélodrome.
Rulli's agent, Kristian Bereit, subsequently travelled to Manchester City's training ground to advance negotiations, with the English club returning with an improved offer. Foot Mercato now reports that an agreement has been reached between the two clubs, although the precise financial details have not been disclosed.
Rulli has also given his approval to the move and is attracted by the opportunity to play in the Premier League. A handful of details must still be settled with the former Montpellier goalkeeper's representatives before the transfer can be formally completed.
The Argentine joined Marseille in the summer of 2024 and has since made 73 appearances for Les Phocéens. His expected departure would see OM lose another senior member of their squad after the exits of Mason Greenwood and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.GFFN | George Boxall
#foot
The Premier League club had previously submitted an opening offer worth €2m for Rulli, but Marseille rejected the proposal and demanded at least €3.5m for the goalkeeper, who has entered the final year of his contract at the Vélodrome.
Rulli's agent, Kristian Bereit, subsequently travelled to Manchester City's training ground to advance negotiations, with the English club returning with an improved offer. Foot Mercato now reports that an agreement has been reached between the two clubs, although the precise financial details have not been disclosed.
Rulli has also given his approval to the move and is attracted by the opportunity to play in the Premier League. A handful of details must still be settled with the former Montpellier goalkeeper's representatives before the transfer can be formally completed.
The Argentine joined Marseille in the summer of 2024 and has since made 73 appearances for Les Phocéens. His expected departure would see OM lose another senior member of their squad after the exits of Mason Greenwood and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.GFFN | George Boxall
#foot
4 days ago
Former Liverpool set-piece coach Aaron Briggs has continued to rue a potential sliding doors moment in the Reds' chastening 2025/26 season.
The 39-year-old was part of Arne Slot's backroom staff during the preceding Premier League **** le triumph but was relieved of his duties just after Christmas last year, with the Reds having conceded 12 times in the top flight from set plays by the midway point of the campaign.
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That record didn't necessarily improve after his dismissal, as the Merseysiders ended the season having shipped 23 set-piece goals in the division, with only three teams conceding more (BBC Sport).
Liverpool scored 19 times from set pieces in the 2025/26 Premier League, and it ought to have been 20 as, from a corner kick, Virgil van Dijk had a goal controversially ruled out in the 3-0 defeat at Manchester City in November, with Andy Robertson in an offside position but harshly adjudged to have been impeding Gianluigi Donnarumma's view of the ball.
#Liverpool #piece #times #former
The 39-year-old was part of Arne Slot's backroom staff during the preceding Premier League **** le triumph but was relieved of his duties just after Christmas last year, with the Reds having conceded 12 times in the top flight from set plays by the midway point of the campaign.
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That record didn't necessarily improve after his dismissal, as the Merseysiders ended the season having shipped 23 set-piece goals in the division, with only three teams conceding more (BBC Sport).
Liverpool scored 19 times from set pieces in the 2025/26 Premier League, and it ought to have been 20 as, from a corner kick, Virgil van Dijk had a goal controversially ruled out in the 3-0 defeat at Manchester City in November, with Andy Robertson in an offside position but harshly adjudged to have been impeding Gianluigi Donnarumma's view of the ball.
#Liverpool #piece #times #former
4 days ago
Manchester City have confirmed their starting lineup ahead fo today's friendly against the K-League All-Stars at the Seoul World Cup Stadium in South Korea. Enzo Maresca lost on penalties to Inter Milan in their first friendly of their preseason tour of Asia. The match finished 1-1 and City showed a lot at the Kai Tak Stadium, especially in the second half. They will be looking to build on that performance today in Seoul.
Unfortunately, Ryan McAidoo has been ruled out of today's match due to a shoulder injury. Enzo Maresca informed the media yesterday that McAidoo's injury isn't serious or a cause for concern. Matheus Nunes, Ruben Dias, and Omar Marmoush are all available for today's match against the K-League All-Stars. The trio missed Manchester City's first preseason friendly when they linked up with Enzo Maresca's squad after their World Cup commitments.
Enzo Maresca has selected a strong starting eleven for today's friendly against the K-League All-Stars. The Manchester City starting lineup is almost as strong as Enzo Maresca can select from the players he had available. There were two changes made to the starting eleven from the Inter Milan match with Ruben Dias and Rayan Ait-Nouri replacing Stephen Mfuni and Savinho.
Gianluigi Donnarumma, Abdukodir Khusanov, Ruben Dias (C), Josko Gvardiol, Rayan Ait-Nouri, Rico Lewis, Mateo Kovacic, Tijjani Reijnders, Antoine ****** yo, Phil Foden, Divin Mubama.
Bettinelli, Wint, Chabot, Marmoush, Nico, Reis, Savinho, Nunes, Echeverri, Monga, Braithwaite, Mukasa, Alleyne, Sangare, F. Samba, Heskey, Henderson-Hall, Mfuni, Parker.
#enzo #maresca #stars
Unfortunately, Ryan McAidoo has been ruled out of today's match due to a shoulder injury. Enzo Maresca informed the media yesterday that McAidoo's injury isn't serious or a cause for concern. Matheus Nunes, Ruben Dias, and Omar Marmoush are all available for today's match against the K-League All-Stars. The trio missed Manchester City's first preseason friendly when they linked up with Enzo Maresca's squad after their World Cup commitments.
Enzo Maresca has selected a strong starting eleven for today's friendly against the K-League All-Stars. The Manchester City starting lineup is almost as strong as Enzo Maresca can select from the players he had available. There were two changes made to the starting eleven from the Inter Milan match with Ruben Dias and Rayan Ait-Nouri replacing Stephen Mfuni and Savinho.
Gianluigi Donnarumma, Abdukodir Khusanov, Ruben Dias (C), Josko Gvardiol, Rayan Ait-Nouri, Rico Lewis, Mateo Kovacic, Tijjani Reijnders, Antoine ****** yo, Phil Foden, Divin Mubama.
Bettinelli, Wint, Chabot, Marmoush, Nico, Reis, Savinho, Nunes, Echeverri, Monga, Braithwaite, Mukasa, Alleyne, Sangare, F. Samba, Heskey, Henderson-Hall, Mfuni, Parker.
#enzo #maresca #stars
5 days ago
Manchester City continue their pre-season duties as they face a combined team of K-League's best players at the Seoul World Cup Stadium in South Korea on Wednesday.
The Enzo Maresca era started in Hong Kong with a 1-1 draw against Inter Milan. Divin Mubama opened the scoreline with the easiest of tap-ins after a wonderful Antoine ***** yo solo run on the 14 minute mark. Inter, however, took only six spins on the clock to equalise, as Benjamin Pavard scored after a mess in City's defence.
The Italian side went on to win the Asahi Super Dry Trophy on penalties. Despite Gianluigi Donnarumma's incredible save to deny Davide Frattesi; Rayan Ait Nouri, Abdukodir Khusanov and Nico González all missed from the spot. Claudio Echeverri, with a cheeky panenka, scored the Blues' only goal in the shootout, as Inter claimed a 1-3 win on penalties.
Match Report & Player Ratings: Manchester City 1-1 (1-3 Penalties) Inter (Pre-Season Friendly)
Now in South Korea, Manchester City are K-League All Stars next opponents. The exhibition match gathers a side composed of the best players from the national league, hosting a standout team from abroad. In 2025, they beat Newcastle United 1-0.
#match
The Enzo Maresca era started in Hong Kong with a 1-1 draw against Inter Milan. Divin Mubama opened the scoreline with the easiest of tap-ins after a wonderful Antoine ***** yo solo run on the 14 minute mark. Inter, however, took only six spins on the clock to equalise, as Benjamin Pavard scored after a mess in City's defence.
The Italian side went on to win the Asahi Super Dry Trophy on penalties. Despite Gianluigi Donnarumma's incredible save to deny Davide Frattesi; Rayan Ait Nouri, Abdukodir Khusanov and Nico González all missed from the spot. Claudio Echeverri, with a cheeky panenka, scored the Blues' only goal in the shootout, as Inter claimed a 1-3 win on penalties.
Match Report & Player Ratings: Manchester City 1-1 (1-3 Penalties) Inter (Pre-Season Friendly)
Now in South Korea, Manchester City are K-League All Stars next opponents. The exhibition match gathers a side composed of the best players from the national league, hosting a standout team from abroad. In 2025, they beat Newcastle United 1-0.
#match
7 days ago
Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly accelerated their pursuit of Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki amid Juventus' interest. According to Fabrizio Romano, Les Parisiens have 'presented their project' to the ***** anese star after identifying him as a priority target.
Lucas Chevalier has fallen short of expectations at the Parc des Princes despite his phenomenal stint at Lille. The Frenchman's arrival set PSG back around €40 million last summer, but he lost his place in the starting lineup over the course of the 2025/26 season.
Indeed, Matvey Safonov has leapfrogged the 24-year-old in the pecking order, becoming Gianluigi Donnarumma's heir. However, the back-to-back Champions League winners are keen to add more quality between the sticks, with Suzuki emerging as an ideal solution.
Moreover, the French heavyweights have overtaken Juventus in the race for the Parma star. They've opened talks with the player's camp after the Crusaders turned down Juventus' opening bid and are looking to close the deal swiftly.
Suzuki has been brilliant for Parma in the last two years, helping the club avoid Serie A relegation in consecutive seasons while establishing himself as one of the division's standout goalkeepers. Furthermore, he starred for ***** an at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with his market value skyrocketing after a superb tournament.
#juventus #last #zion
Lucas Chevalier has fallen short of expectations at the Parc des Princes despite his phenomenal stint at Lille. The Frenchman's arrival set PSG back around €40 million last summer, but he lost his place in the starting lineup over the course of the 2025/26 season.
Indeed, Matvey Safonov has leapfrogged the 24-year-old in the pecking order, becoming Gianluigi Donnarumma's heir. However, the back-to-back Champions League winners are keen to add more quality between the sticks, with Suzuki emerging as an ideal solution.
Moreover, the French heavyweights have overtaken Juventus in the race for the Parma star. They've opened talks with the player's camp after the Crusaders turned down Juventus' opening bid and are looking to close the deal swiftly.
Suzuki has been brilliant for Parma in the last two years, helping the club avoid Serie A relegation in consecutive seasons while establishing himself as one of the division's standout goalkeepers. Furthermore, he starred for ***** an at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with his market value skyrocketing after a superb tournament.
#juventus #last #zion
9 days ago
Man City have made an offer of around €2M for Rulli, with Marseille seeking around €3.5M
Discussions are ongoing between the two clubs, with an agreement expected in the coming days
Rulli is said to want to join Man City, making a return to the Etihad Stadium more than a decade on
Manchester City are closing in on the signing of Marseille goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli, with the two clubs in advanced discussions over a fee and an agreement expected in the coming days, as per a new report from France.
The 34-year-old Argentina international has emerged as Manchester City's preferred option to fill the backup goalkeeper role left vacant by James Trafford's move to Leeds United earlier in the summer, with director of football Hugo Viana identifying the experienced Argentine as the ideal short-term solution behind Gianluigi Donnarumma at the Etihad Stadium.
#around
Discussions are ongoing between the two clubs, with an agreement expected in the coming days
Rulli is said to want to join Man City, making a return to the Etihad Stadium more than a decade on
Manchester City are closing in on the signing of Marseille goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli, with the two clubs in advanced discussions over a fee and an agreement expected in the coming days, as per a new report from France.
The 34-year-old Argentina international has emerged as Manchester City's preferred option to fill the backup goalkeeper role left vacant by James Trafford's move to Leeds United earlier in the summer, with director of football Hugo Viana identifying the experienced Argentine as the ideal short-term solution behind Gianluigi Donnarumma at the Etihad Stadium.
#around
9 days ago
Since the 2025-26 season ended, Manchester City has seen a host of leadership and experience depart the club. Pep Guardiola stepped down as Manchester City's manager. He has been replaced by Enzo Maresca. Bernardo Silva, Nathan Ake and John Stones have also departed the club. Their departures, coupled with Pep Guardiola's, create a void in terms of leadership and experience in the City squad. Heading into the 2026-27 season, Manchester City do need a new crop of leaders to rise to the fore.
Last season, Pep Guardiola named Bernardo Silva as the Manchester City captain with Ruben Dias, Rodri and Erling Haaland completing Manchester City's leadership group. Of those four players, Bernardo Silva is now a Real Madrid player. There are doubts that surround the future of Rodri. Erling Haaland and Ruben Dias do look to be the standout candidates to become the next captain for Manchester City.
Outside of Haaland, Dias and Rodri, if he stays, Manchester City do need other players to step up and become leaders. It is time for other players to fill the void left behind following the loss of bonafide leaders and experienced players. Gianluigi Donnarumma looks to be a prime candidate to step up as a leader for Enzo Maresca's side. As does Marc Guehi. Both players have been leaders throughout their careers and could make a step up in this regard for Enzo Maresca.
Josko Gvardiol and Phil Foden are two other players who have the potential to be leaders in Manchester City's new era. Foden is now a seasoned professional and knows intimately the high standards demanded at City. Josko Gvardiol has signed a long-term contract extension and the natural progression for him is to become a leader for his team. Foden and Gvardiol are two players who seem primed to step up as leaders and hopefully other candidates will emerge during Manchester City's preseason tour of Asia.
Manchester City do need a new crop of leaders to emerge for the 2026-27 season and beyond. The standards expected at the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders have been established by Pep Guardiola, Bernardo Silva, John Stones, Nathan Ake and the club legends that have departed before them. To carry on those standards, City will need a new batch of leaders to emerge. It is a crucial element of any team and the sooner that Manchester City's next crop of leaders reveal themselves the better it will bw for Enzo Maresca's side.
#enzo
Last season, Pep Guardiola named Bernardo Silva as the Manchester City captain with Ruben Dias, Rodri and Erling Haaland completing Manchester City's leadership group. Of those four players, Bernardo Silva is now a Real Madrid player. There are doubts that surround the future of Rodri. Erling Haaland and Ruben Dias do look to be the standout candidates to become the next captain for Manchester City.
Outside of Haaland, Dias and Rodri, if he stays, Manchester City do need other players to step up and become leaders. It is time for other players to fill the void left behind following the loss of bonafide leaders and experienced players. Gianluigi Donnarumma looks to be a prime candidate to step up as a leader for Enzo Maresca's side. As does Marc Guehi. Both players have been leaders throughout their careers and could make a step up in this regard for Enzo Maresca.
Josko Gvardiol and Phil Foden are two other players who have the potential to be leaders in Manchester City's new era. Foden is now a seasoned professional and knows intimately the high standards demanded at City. Josko Gvardiol has signed a long-term contract extension and the natural progression for him is to become a leader for his team. Foden and Gvardiol are two players who seem primed to step up as leaders and hopefully other candidates will emerge during Manchester City's preseason tour of Asia.
Manchester City do need a new crop of leaders to emerge for the 2026-27 season and beyond. The standards expected at the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders have been established by Pep Guardiola, Bernardo Silva, John Stones, Nathan Ake and the club legends that have departed before them. To carry on those standards, City will need a new batch of leaders to emerge. It is a crucial element of any team and the sooner that Manchester City's next crop of leaders reveal themselves the better it will bw for Enzo Maresca's side.
#enzo
10 days ago
Gianluigi Donnarumma says City are keen to perform well in our pre-season opener against Inter on Saturday.
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The Italian goalkeeper is part of an initial 28-man squad in Hong Kong, where we will face the Serie A champions in a 12:30 (UK) kick-off.
It's live to watch globally (except China and Italy) on mancity.com and our official app with a CITY+ subscription.
Meanwhile, the final tickets at the Kai Tak Stadium are still available to purchase.
#city
Men's Team
The Italian goalkeeper is part of an initial 28-man squad in Hong Kong, where we will face the Serie A champions in a 12:30 (UK) kick-off.
It's live to watch globally (except China and Italy) on mancity.com and our official app with a CITY+ subscription.
Meanwhile, the final tickets at the Kai Tak Stadium are still available to purchase.
#city
10 days ago
Manchester City are targeting a deal to re-sign veteran goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli to replace James Trafford.
Trafford is nearing a move to Leeds United, who have agreed a club-record deal for the goalkeeper worth an initial £40m. The 23-year-old wanted to leave the Etihad for a first-choice role, having spent last season as deputy to Gianluigi Donnarumma.
He made only four appearances in thePremier League last season, and 17 in all competitions, following a £31m transfer from Burnley.
Enzo Maresca is now searching for cover for Donnarumma with Rulli in City's sights. According toFabrizio Romano, the Cityzens are exploring a deal for the 34-year-old, who is open to the move from Marseille.
Rulli previously signed for Manchester City in a £4m deal in 2016, though never made a first-team appearance. The Argentine spent the 2016/17 season on loan at Real Sociedad, before joining the Spanish side permanently
#season #city #year
Trafford is nearing a move to Leeds United, who have agreed a club-record deal for the goalkeeper worth an initial £40m. The 23-year-old wanted to leave the Etihad for a first-choice role, having spent last season as deputy to Gianluigi Donnarumma.
He made only four appearances in thePremier League last season, and 17 in all competitions, following a £31m transfer from Burnley.
Enzo Maresca is now searching for cover for Donnarumma with Rulli in City's sights. According toFabrizio Romano, the Cityzens are exploring a deal for the 34-year-old, who is open to the move from Marseille.
Rulli previously signed for Manchester City in a £4m deal in 2016, though never made a first-team appearance. The Argentine spent the 2016/17 season on loan at Real Sociedad, before joining the Spanish side permanently
#season #city #year
12 days ago
Leeds United and Man City have agreed a deal worth £40M plus £5M in add-ons for James Trafford
The agreement includes a sell-on clause, giving Man City a future financial stake in the goalkeeper
The deal marks a permanent exit for Trafford just one year after City re-signed him from Burnley
Manchester City are set to lose James Trafford on a permanent agreement one year on from re-signing their former Academy starlet via a buy-back in his Burnley contract.
The 23-year-old joined City from Burnley for £27 million last summer but was unable to secure a regular first-team role at the Etihad Stadium, with Gianluigi Donnarumma established as the undisputed number one under former manager Pep Guardiola.
#james #deal #agreement #permanent
The agreement includes a sell-on clause, giving Man City a future financial stake in the goalkeeper
The deal marks a permanent exit for Trafford just one year after City re-signed him from Burnley
Manchester City are set to lose James Trafford on a permanent agreement one year on from re-signing their former Academy starlet via a buy-back in his Burnley contract.
The 23-year-old joined City from Burnley for £27 million last summer but was unable to secure a regular first-team role at the Etihad Stadium, with Gianluigi Donnarumma established as the undisputed number one under former manager Pep Guardiola.
#james #deal #agreement #permanent
15 days ago
Erling Haaland got the guests do the famous Viking row at the wedding party of his Manchester City team-mate Gianluigi Donnarumma.
A video released by broadcasters Sky Italia on Saturday showed Norway forward Haaland set the beat with a drum, to which the guests made rowing motions and chanted "Ro".
The Viking row was started by Norwegian fans at the recent World Cup and the team joined in after matches. Norway reached the quarter-finals of the tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Italy goalkeeper Donnarumma and his long-time partner Alessia Elefante tied the knot in the town of Fasano in the south of the country.
#norway
A video released by broadcasters Sky Italia on Saturday showed Norway forward Haaland set the beat with a drum, to which the guests made rowing motions and chanted "Ro".
The Viking row was started by Norwegian fans at the recent World Cup and the team joined in after matches. Norway reached the quarter-finals of the tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Italy goalkeeper Donnarumma and his long-time partner Alessia Elefante tied the knot in the town of Fasano in the south of the country.
#norway
16 days ago
Italy are still on the look-out for a new head coach and could also bring in a new figure to act as the bridge between the youth and senior sides after learning that Gianluigi Buffon will not be returning to the Azzurri set-up.
FIGC technical director Paolo Maldini and advisor Leonardo are still on the search for a new head coach for the Italy national team after learning that neither Pep Guardiola nor Carlo Ancelotti will be taking on the job. Friday’s reports indicate that Andrea Pirlo is the new frontrunner for the vacant CT role.
La Gazzetta dello Sport also reported on Friday that Buffon has rejected the opportunity to return to the Italy set-up.
Buffon had joined the national team group shortly after his retirement in 2023 and had served as delegation chief until Italy’s World Cup play-off final defeat against Bosnia and Herzegovina at the end of May 2026, after which he resigned along with Gennaro Gattuso and former FIGC President Gabriele Gravina.
However, under the new leadership of Maldini and Giovanni Malagò, Buffon had been offered the opportunity to return in a more ‘hands-on’ role within the Club Italia set-up.
#figc #learning
FIGC technical director Paolo Maldini and advisor Leonardo are still on the search for a new head coach for the Italy national team after learning that neither Pep Guardiola nor Carlo Ancelotti will be taking on the job. Friday’s reports indicate that Andrea Pirlo is the new frontrunner for the vacant CT role.
La Gazzetta dello Sport also reported on Friday that Buffon has rejected the opportunity to return to the Italy set-up.
Buffon had joined the national team group shortly after his retirement in 2023 and had served as delegation chief until Italy’s World Cup play-off final defeat against Bosnia and Herzegovina at the end of May 2026, after which he resigned along with Gennaro Gattuso and former FIGC President Gabriele Gravina.
However, under the new leadership of Maldini and Giovanni Malagò, Buffon had been offered the opportunity to return in a more ‘hands-on’ role within the Club Italia set-up.
#figc #learning
17 days ago
So, Leeds United are in talks to sign Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford, just 12 months after he returned to Etihad Stadium on a five-year deal.
The Whites are looking for a new goalkeeper following the departures of Karl Darlow and Illan Meslier this summer.
Lucas Perri and Alex Cairns still remain in the squad, but the former lost his place in the side to Darlow in the second half of last season and the latter is firmly the third-choice shot-stopper.
Trafford, who was selected for England's World Cup squad but did not feature at the tournament, made 17 appearances for Pep Guardiola's side last season as they won the Carabao Cup and FA Cup.
However, the 23-year-old's playing time was restricted by the signing of Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris St-Germain in a £26m deal.
#squad #side #season #leeds
The Whites are looking for a new goalkeeper following the departures of Karl Darlow and Illan Meslier this summer.
Lucas Perri and Alex Cairns still remain in the squad, but the former lost his place in the side to Darlow in the second half of last season and the latter is firmly the third-choice shot-stopper.
Trafford, who was selected for England's World Cup squad but did not feature at the tournament, made 17 appearances for Pep Guardiola's side last season as they won the Carabao Cup and FA Cup.
However, the 23-year-old's playing time was restricted by the signing of Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris St-Germain in a £26m deal.
#squad #side #season #leeds
17 days ago
Leeds United have opened talks with Manchester City over a deal to sign goalkeeper James Trafford.
Trafford is Leeds' top target as the club search for a new goalkeeper and negotiations are underway with Manchester City to strike a deal.
The 23-year-old signed for Manchester City from Burnley last summer, but saw his first-team football limited after the arrival of Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain later in the same transfer window.
Trafford had come through the academy system at Manchester City and opted to re-sign for the Cityzens despite a rival bid fromNewcastle United.
He made only fourPremier League starts, though did feature prominently as City won the League Cup and FA Cup.
#united #league #sign
Trafford is Leeds' top target as the club search for a new goalkeeper and negotiations are underway with Manchester City to strike a deal.
The 23-year-old signed for Manchester City from Burnley last summer, but saw his first-team football limited after the arrival of Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain later in the same transfer window.
Trafford had come through the academy system at Manchester City and opted to re-sign for the Cityzens despite a rival bid fromNewcastle United.
He made only fourPremier League starts, though did feature prominently as City won the League Cup and FA Cup.
#united #league #sign
18 days ago
Al-Ahli's interest in Manu Kone has been confirmed, but the Saudi club face significant hurdles before any move for the Roma midfielder can take shape.
According to Gianluigi Longari, as relayed by AlfredoPedullà.com, Al-Ahli have Kone on their list alongside Idrissa Gueye, but they must first offload Enzo Millot before adding to their midfield. That outgoing is described as a non-negotiable precondition for any incoming business.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 22: Manu Kone #6 of France and Youssef Amyn #7 of Iraq compete for the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between France and Iraq at Philadelphia Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)
Even with that resolved, two further steps would remain. A negotiation with Roma would have to begin from scratch, and Kone himself would need to open the door to a switch to Saudi Arabia, no small consideration for a France international who has been the subject of Premier League interest this summer.
Manchester United emerged as suitors earlier in the window, turning to the Frenchman after their agreed deal for Atalanta's Ederson collapsed, with Roma reportedly open to a sale at around €50 million as they look to balance the books under UEFA scrutiny.
#philadelphia
According to Gianluigi Longari, as relayed by AlfredoPedullà.com, Al-Ahli have Kone on their list alongside Idrissa Gueye, but they must first offload Enzo Millot before adding to their midfield. That outgoing is described as a non-negotiable precondition for any incoming business.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 22: Manu Kone #6 of France and Youssef Amyn #7 of Iraq compete for the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between France and Iraq at Philadelphia Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)
Even with that resolved, two further steps would remain. A negotiation with Roma would have to begin from scratch, and Kone himself would need to open the door to a switch to Saudi Arabia, no small consideration for a France international who has been the subject of Premier League interest this summer.
Manchester United emerged as suitors earlier in the window, turning to the Frenchman after their agreed deal for Atalanta's Ederson collapsed, with Roma reportedly open to a sale at around €50 million as they look to balance the books under UEFA scrutiny.
#philadelphia
29 days ago
Newcastle United's pursuit of James Trafford may have received a timely lift, with Chronicle reporting that Aston Villa "intend to turn down offers for goalkeeper Emi Martinez this summer". In a market where elite goalkeeping options are limited, that development could carry real significance for Eddie Howe's side as they **** s their next move.
Trafford has been on Newcastle's radar for some time. The 23-year-old is understood to be eager to secure regular football, and the Chronicle state that Newcastle "have long admired the England keeper, who is keen to leave the Etihad this summer in order to play regular first-team football." That long-standing interest matters. It points to proper groundwork having already been done, rather than a reactive move sparked by short-term circumstances.
There is clear context behind Newcastle's renewed opportunity. Last year, United "held positive talks with Trafford's representatives" during his Burnley spell, only for Manchester City to move decisively and "activiated a buy-back clause in his contract to re-sign him from under Newcastle's noses." Since then, Trafford's route has become more complicated. "With the arrival of Gianluigi Donnarumma, Trafford has been forced to play the role of back-up option," and that is "something he is keen to change this summer."
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Villa had been viewed as serious competition. They can offer Champions League football and have their own ambitions in the market. Yet if Martinez stays, that path may narrow considerably. According to Birmingham Live, as referenced by Chronicle, Villa will reject bids for the Argentine, leaving Unai Emery settled in that position.
Trafford has been on Newcastle's radar for some time. The 23-year-old is understood to be eager to secure regular football, and the Chronicle state that Newcastle "have long admired the England keeper, who is keen to leave the Etihad this summer in order to play regular first-team football." That long-standing interest matters. It points to proper groundwork having already been done, rather than a reactive move sparked by short-term circumstances.
There is clear context behind Newcastle's renewed opportunity. Last year, United "held positive talks with Trafford's representatives" during his Burnley spell, only for Manchester City to move decisively and "activiated a buy-back clause in his contract to re-sign him from under Newcastle's noses." Since then, Trafford's route has become more complicated. "With the arrival of Gianluigi Donnarumma, Trafford has been forced to play the role of back-up option," and that is "something he is keen to change this summer."
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Villa had been viewed as serious competition. They can offer Champions League football and have their own ambitions in the market. Yet if Martinez stays, that path may narrow considerably. According to Birmingham Live, as referenced by Chronicle, Villa will reject bids for the Argentine, leaving Unai Emery settled in that position.
1 month ago
FIGC President Giovanni Malagò has been spotted playing five-a-side with Roberto Mancini, who remains in the running for the Italy national team head coach role, but the head of the Italian FA still wants to appoint a technical director first, and claims that there could be a 'surprise' candidate on the cards.
It is set to be a crucial few days for the future of the Italy national team set-up. Malagò has claimed that 'this is the week for the technical director' and has promised that there will be developments over the weekend.
Italy are still without a head coach or a technical director following the departure of Gennaro Gattuso earlier this year. Delegation chief Gianluigi Buffon followed him and former FIGC President Gabriele Gravina out the door immediately after the World Cup play-off final defeat against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
ROME, ITALY – JUNE 19: Gianluigi Buffon, Italy new head coach Gennaro Gattuso and FIGC president Gabriele Gravina pose during the press conference at Hotel Parco dei Principi on June 19, 2025 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)
Mancini and Antonio Conte are the two frontrunners to replace Gattuso as head coach of the Italy national team and Paolo Maldini has been widely linked with the offer to take over as technical director.
It is set to be a crucial few days for the future of the Italy national team set-up. Malagò has claimed that 'this is the week for the technical director' and has promised that there will be developments over the weekend.
Italy are still without a head coach or a technical director following the departure of Gennaro Gattuso earlier this year. Delegation chief Gianluigi Buffon followed him and former FIGC President Gabriele Gravina out the door immediately after the World Cup play-off final defeat against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
ROME, ITALY – JUNE 19: Gianluigi Buffon, Italy new head coach Gennaro Gattuso and FIGC president Gabriele Gravina pose during the press conference at Hotel Parco dei Principi on June 19, 2025 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)
Mancini and Antonio Conte are the two frontrunners to replace Gattuso as head coach of the Italy national team and Paolo Maldini has been widely linked with the offer to take over as technical director.
1 month ago
Brighton centre-back Diego Coppola won't be signing for Lazio this summer, but will instead rejoin Paris FC.
The Biancocelesti have agreed to sell Alessio Romagnoli to Al-Sadd and Mario Gila to AC Milan. Therefore, they must buy at least one new centre-back to join Oliver Provstgaard, Patric and Samuel Gigot in the defensive department.
Over the past few weeks, Coppola was one of the main names on Lazio's shortlist, and he was said to be keen to reunite with his former national team coach, Gennaro Gattuso. The 22-year-old has been a target for the Aquile since his days at **** as Verona. Last summer, he signed for Brighton on a £10 million deal, but it didn't pan out as planned.
After struggling to adapt to his new surroundings, the Italian international spent the second half of the campaign on loan at Paris FC, where he managed to establish himself as a regular starter.
According to Sportitalia journalist Gianluigi Longari, the French capital club has secured an agreement with Brighton for Coppola's permanent transfer, thus closing the door on a potential move to Lazio.
The Biancocelesti have agreed to sell Alessio Romagnoli to Al-Sadd and Mario Gila to AC Milan. Therefore, they must buy at least one new centre-back to join Oliver Provstgaard, Patric and Samuel Gigot in the defensive department.
Over the past few weeks, Coppola was one of the main names on Lazio's shortlist, and he was said to be keen to reunite with his former national team coach, Gennaro Gattuso. The 22-year-old has been a target for the Aquile since his days at **** as Verona. Last summer, he signed for Brighton on a £10 million deal, but it didn't pan out as planned.
After struggling to adapt to his new surroundings, the Italian international spent the second half of the campaign on loan at Paris FC, where he managed to establish himself as a regular starter.
According to Sportitalia journalist Gianluigi Longari, the French capital club has secured an agreement with Brighton for Coppola's permanent transfer, thus closing the door on a potential move to Lazio.
1 month ago
Marco Materazzi says that it is still painful to discuss the decline of the Italy national team on the international stage over the last 20 years, but argues that if the Azzurri had qualified for the 2026 World Cup, they would have still found it difficult against the likes of Cape Verde, who took reigning champions Argentina to extra-time in the round of 32.
It has been a long summer for Italy supporters, who have had to watch a third consecutive World Cup with no Azzurri involvement. Despite the fact that the tournament has been expanded to 48 teams in 2026, which brought an additional three European qualification spots, Italy were still unable to qualify.
ZENICA, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA – MARCH 31: Gianluigi Donnarumma of Italy shows his dejection after the FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers KO play-offs match between Bosnia & Herzegovina and Italy at Stadion Bilino Polje on March 31, 2026 in Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina. (Photo by Getty Images/Getty Images)
There have been some complaints that the newly-formatted World Cup benefits sides from South America, Africa and Asia more than it does nations from Europe in terms of the number of qualification spots up for grabs.
However, speaking in an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, Materazzi hushed those complaints and argues that Italy still would have found it difficult against the likes of Cape Verde at this tournament.
It has been a long summer for Italy supporters, who have had to watch a third consecutive World Cup with no Azzurri involvement. Despite the fact that the tournament has been expanded to 48 teams in 2026, which brought an additional three European qualification spots, Italy were still unable to qualify.
ZENICA, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA – MARCH 31: Gianluigi Donnarumma of Italy shows his dejection after the FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers KO play-offs match between Bosnia & Herzegovina and Italy at Stadion Bilino Polje on March 31, 2026 in Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina. (Photo by Getty Images/Getty Images)
There have been some complaints that the newly-formatted World Cup benefits sides from South America, Africa and Asia more than it does nations from Europe in terms of the number of qualification spots up for grabs.
However, speaking in an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, Materazzi hushed those complaints and argues that Italy still would have found it difficult against the likes of Cape Verde at this tournament.
1 month ago
Wednesday’s reports claim that Milan and Azzurri legend Paolo Maldini is closing in on a decision to return to the Italy national team set-up in the role as technical director.
Newly-appointed FIGC President Giovanni Malago is looking to rebuild the management of the Italy national team following the departures of Gennaro Gattuso and Gianluigi Buffon after the failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup earlier this year.
Antonio Conte and Roberto Mancini remain the frontrunners for the role of head coach, but reports over the last few weeks have made it clear that Malago wishes to appoint a new technical director before making a final decision on the next CT.
Maldini has been touted as Malago’s favourite for the position of technical director, but the Milan legend has not yet given his go-ahead.
EMPOLI, ITALY – OCTOBER 01: Paolo Maldini of AC Milan looks on during the Serie A match between Empoli FC and AC MIlan at Stadio Carlo Castellani on October 1, 2022 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)
Newly-appointed FIGC President Giovanni Malago is looking to rebuild the management of the Italy national team following the departures of Gennaro Gattuso and Gianluigi Buffon after the failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup earlier this year.
Antonio Conte and Roberto Mancini remain the frontrunners for the role of head coach, but reports over the last few weeks have made it clear that Malago wishes to appoint a new technical director before making a final decision on the next CT.
Maldini has been touted as Malago’s favourite for the position of technical director, but the Milan legend has not yet given his go-ahead.
EMPOLI, ITALY – OCTOBER 01: Paolo Maldini of AC Milan looks on during the Serie A match between Empoli FC and AC MIlan at Stadio Carlo Castellani on October 1, 2022 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)
1 month ago
Juventus have made an enquiry about Parma striker Mateo Pellegrino, according to Gianluigi Longari, as they continue to weigh up their attacking options this summer.
Randal Kolo Muani remains the priority up front, Luciano Spalletti’s clear preference, with talks ongoing, but the Bianconeri are casting a wider net.
In Longari’s report, via AlfredoPedulla.com, Pellegrino’s name came up as a player Juventus have asked about, the Argentine forward coming off an impressive season at Parma.
SASSUOLO, ITALY – JANUARY 06: Luciano Spalletti head coach of Juventus and Giovanni Carnevali Ceo of US Sassuolo during the Serie A match between US Sassuolo Calcio and Juventus FC at Mapei Stadium Citta del Tricolore on January 06, 2026 in Sassuolo, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)
Interestingly, the interest in Pellegrino reportedly surfaced during Juventus’s contacts over goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, another Parma man.
Randal Kolo Muani remains the priority up front, Luciano Spalletti’s clear preference, with talks ongoing, but the Bianconeri are casting a wider net.
In Longari’s report, via AlfredoPedulla.com, Pellegrino’s name came up as a player Juventus have asked about, the Argentine forward coming off an impressive season at Parma.
SASSUOLO, ITALY – JANUARY 06: Luciano Spalletti head coach of Juventus and Giovanni Carnevali Ceo of US Sassuolo during the Serie A match between US Sassuolo Calcio and Juventus FC at Mapei Stadium Citta del Tricolore on January 06, 2026 in Sassuolo, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)
Interestingly, the interest in Pellegrino reportedly surfaced during Juventus’s contacts over goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, another Parma man.
1 month ago
Leeds United are pushing hard to land **** an goalkeeper Zion Suzuki. Contacts are active. Italian transfer insider Gianluigi Longari broke the news on X, revealing that Elland Road chiefs have been aggressively chasing the Parma shot-stopper since mid-June. It is a bold, expensive move.
Parma are already planning for life without him. The Serie A side recently signed a young keeper, Giovanni Daffara, a move made with the clear expectation that Suzuki is about to bring in a massive profit. His stock has never been higher, fresh off a standout World Cup campaign with **** an. Rival clubs are hovering, threatening to turn this into a bidding war, but Leeds United have been on the front foot for weeks, trying to clear out the competition.
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – JUNE 25: Zion Suzuki #1 of **** an acknowledges fans after the 1-1 draw in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match between **** an and Sweden at Dallas Stadium on June 25, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Molly Darlington/Getty Images)
Daniel Farke wants a different profile in goal. A modern, proactive presence. Suzuki offers him an ideal option after a solid domestic season in Italy, where he clocked up 20 Serie A appearances, kept five clean sheets, and made 66 saves while conceding 28 goals. He has an imposing physical presence, completely commanding his penalty box, but it is his distribution that really moves the needle. He launches counterattacks in a flash.
Farke demands his teams build play from the back. It is a non-negotiable part of his tactical setup, making Suzuki the ideal target to initiate attacks.
Parma are already planning for life without him. The Serie A side recently signed a young keeper, Giovanni Daffara, a move made with the clear expectation that Suzuki is about to bring in a massive profit. His stock has never been higher, fresh off a standout World Cup campaign with **** an. Rival clubs are hovering, threatening to turn this into a bidding war, but Leeds United have been on the front foot for weeks, trying to clear out the competition.
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – JUNE 25: Zion Suzuki #1 of **** an acknowledges fans after the 1-1 draw in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match between **** an and Sweden at Dallas Stadium on June 25, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Molly Darlington/Getty Images)
Daniel Farke wants a different profile in goal. A modern, proactive presence. Suzuki offers him an ideal option after a solid domestic season in Italy, where he clocked up 20 Serie A appearances, kept five clean sheets, and made 66 saves while conceding 28 goals. He has an imposing physical presence, completely commanding his penalty box, but it is his distribution that really moves the needle. He launches counterattacks in a flash.
Farke demands his teams build play from the back. It is a non-negotiable part of his tactical setup, making Suzuki the ideal target to initiate attacks.
1 month ago
Tottenham Hotspur are interested in a deal for James Trafford, as they continue to shake up their goalkeeping options.
The 23-year-old signed for Manchester City just last summer, only to immediately find himself second choice to Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Enzo Maresca’s arrival further changes the dynamic at the Etihad as Trafford seeks regular football. He is currently in Thomas Tuchel’s England squad at the 2026 World Cup, with Spurs pushing for a deal.
Tottenham already signed Martin Dubravka last week, but as a back-up, with Guglielmo Vicario set to leave.
While Spurs do have hopes for a revitalised Antonin Kinsky, Trafford would be intended to bring an authority in the goalkeeper position.
The 23-year-old signed for Manchester City just last summer, only to immediately find himself second choice to Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Enzo Maresca’s arrival further changes the dynamic at the Etihad as Trafford seeks regular football. He is currently in Thomas Tuchel’s England squad at the 2026 World Cup, with Spurs pushing for a deal.
Tottenham already signed Martin Dubravka last week, but as a back-up, with Guglielmo Vicario set to leave.
While Spurs do have hopes for a revitalised Antonin Kinsky, Trafford would be intended to bring an authority in the goalkeeper position.
