Reports from Germany suggested Xabi Alonso could replace Arne Slot at Liverpool, but there is no indication that a deal is close.
According to David Ornstein, the club are not currently planning to part ways with Slot, despite recent speculation.
“All our information, despite reports to the contrary, is that Liverpool are sticking with Arne Slot. There’s no thought to changing coach, that they are planning with him and their priority, their focus is to give him the profile of squad to succeed.”
He added: “I’m not here to defend Arne Slot. Liverpool’s season has been poor by their standards, their performances, their results and he is at the centre of that. But if you look at the range of factors on and off the pitch, it’s remarkable and I’m not surprised that Liverpool want to give him longer.”
Gianluca Simeone, the son of Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone, has shared revealing details about his father’s character away from the football pitch.
“At the dinner table, we only talk about football. My father hates losing at anything and never just gives up, even in board games or playing cards. He is relentless. No one ever wins at his house – not the kids, not his friends. He always plays against us as if his life depends on it.”
“Dad watches Giuliano [Simeone] very closely… He has to work twice as hard to prove himself. Nothing was ever just handed to Giuliano. I would love to see him play in the World Cup,” Gianluca said.
Dortmund line up Fisnik Asllani as Guirassy replacement; Bayern also monitoring rising Bundesliga striker – reports
Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg reports that Borussia Dortmund are keeping close tabs on Hoffenheim striker Fisnik Asllani as a potential summer target.
Die Borussen have identified the 23-year-old Kosovan as a potential replacement for Serhou Guirassy, who has been linked with an exit. Top clubs are circling Guirassy and could sign him by exercising his release clause.
Asllani has racked up nine goals and eight assists in all competitions for Hoffenheim this season, establishing himself as one of the emerging talents in the Bundesliga.
Bayern Munich are also monitoring Asllani as a potential back-up option for Harry Kane.
La Liga giants Barcelona have also been linked with the Kosovan youngster, who is also a big admirer of the Catalan club.
The Dembele dilemma: Didier Deschamps clarifies the PSG star’s role for Les Bleus
In a press conference held this Wednesday, Didier Deschamps addressed the question of Ousmane Dembele’s position within the French national team. He reminded everyone that while Dembele has a primary starting role on the right, his tactical responsibilities continue to evolve.
“Can Ousmane Dembele continue playing on the right? I watch his matches – he’s in the center, on the right, dropping deeper… He has a starting position, but he also has freedom,” the Les Bleus manager explained.
“It’s not about being stuck in a single position. He is capable of playing across the entire frontline.”
“I discuss this with him. There is a starting point, but it shifts as the match progresses. It’s an interesting dynamic,” Deschamps added.
In short, while Dembele remains a key figure in the lineup, he will not be utilized as a traditional center-forward in the French starting XI.
Atletico Madrid are exploring a move for Corinthians’ talented midfielder Andre this summer, alongside Benfica, reports transfer expert Matteo Moretto.
AC Milan were said to be in pole position to sign the 19-year-old Brazilian after submitting an offer worth €15 million. However, a move is now on the verge of falling through after the Brazilian club’s president blocked the deal.
Andre has made 28 appearances for Corinthians, bagging four goals. His contract runs until 2029.
He is a versatile player and stands out for his solid defensive presence and sublime ball-carrying and passing abilities.