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      AC Milan drop major hint over Kyle Walker’s future after Man City star’s loan transfer

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      AC MILAN have dropped a massive hint over the future of Kyle Walker.The Manchester City star joined the Serie A giants on loan back in January.Kyle Walker featured in AC Milan’s kit reveal for the 2025/26 seasonCredit: PumaHe could be set to stay in Milan past the end of the seasonCredit: PumaWalker, 34, has been a regular fixture in the AC Milan side, having made 11 appearances in the Serie A.However, he has not been able to help the club reach a European qualifying place.AC Milan can finish at best 7th in the Serie A but will need to beat Monza and hope Bologna and Fiorentina lose.Walker could now be set for another season in Milan after the club revealed their kit for next season.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe 95-cap England international featured in the promotion as he was pictured wearing the shirt.He also played a role in the club’s video along with Christian Pulisic, Santiago Gimenez, Rafael Leao and Mike Maignan.Milan has the option to buy Walker off Man City for around £5 million.It is believed that they would like to take up the option to make his move permanent.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSWalker’s contract at the Etihad Stadium expires in 2026 so he would have one more year left on his deal if he were to return to England.The former Tottenham Hotspur ace is believed to be loving his time in Milan.EXCL Kyle Walker pictured reuniting with wife Annie & four kids over a meal after flying to Italy to watch him play for AC MilanThe Serie A giants released their new shirt on social mediaCredit: PumaChristian Pulisic featured in the promotionCredit: PumaAs revealed by SunSport, Walker signed a big-money deal – said to be worth six figures – to be an underwear model for Hugo Boss.A source said: “He’s so excited about this, he can’t contain himself.“He’s been reluctant to do anything like this in the past because he doesn’t like the spotlight, but things are different now.“He’s loving his new lease of life with AC Milan and hopes his performances can help him reach 100 caps for England.“But he’s also thinking about the future and has half an eye on life beyond football.”Meanwhile, AC Milan fans were not happy with the club’s new shirt.Many hit out on social media over the design of the badge and how it had been simplified.One posted: “Boycott this kit, the logo doesn’t respect our colours.”A second commented: “See that Americanized badge on the home shirt. Shame.”A third wrote: “Give us back Milan.”Read More on The SunA fourth said: “Boycott.”Another added: “Wow more dross what a surprise.”Fans are not happy with the redesign of the club badgeCredit: puma More

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      Champions League finalists Inter want BOTH of Man Utd’s flop strikers as they target Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee

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      INTER MILAN are keeping tabs on Manchester United flops Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee ahead of the summer transfer window.Inter are set to enter the summer market for a striker to compete with first-choice pairing Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram.Inter Milan are eyeing Manchester United flops Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua ZirkzeeInter have explored Hojlund’s situation despite Man Utd’s strugglesInter believe they can get Zirkzee on loan from Man Utd with an option or obligation to buyJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordAccording to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, the Nerazzurri are considering Hojlund, 22, as an option despite his struggles at Old Trafford.The Champions League finalists remember the Dane’s impressive year at Atalanta before his move to United in 2023.However, Inter are facing competition from Serie A rivals Napoli and Juventus who called Hojlund’s camp in March.Romano claims a potential deal is up to the Red Devils, who have seen the striker amassing a mere four goals in 31 Premier League appearances this season.Read More on Man UtdInter are also interested in Zirkzee, 24, who also shone bright in the Serie A at Bologna before his move to United last summer.According to Corriere dello Sport, Simone Inzaghi’s side believe they can get the Holland striker on loan with an option or obligation to buy.Inter also like that the centre-forward offers them “tactical solutions” and they believe his “technical quality and creativity” suits playing in a strike partnership.Juventus have also been linked with Zirkzee but their interest may have been cooled due to them sacking manager Thiago Motta, who got the best from the Dutchman at Bologna.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSZirkzee has also struggled at Old Trafford with only seven goals in 49 appearances during his debut season.Man Utd are rigorously looking for a striker to spark Ruben Amorim’s attack.Who is Manchester United’s new striker Joshua Zirkzee? (1)Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres and Ipswich Town ace Liam Delap are among the club’s top targets.Man Utd ratings: Diallo best player in Europa League final but Hojlund out of his depthAMAD DIALLO’S fizzing first-half display was little consolation for Manchester United in a dismal 1-0 Europa League final loss to Tottenham.Rasmus Hojlund’s plight up front continued in one of the worst European showpieces for many years – as both sides showed why they will finish in the Premier League lower reaches.Spurs clinched it from virtually their first opportunity – on 42 minutes.Brennan Johnson bundled in Pape Sarr’s inswinging cross, with United left-back Luke Shaw also getting a touch on the way.The Red Devils dictated possession more and more after the break, with Leny Yoro stretching to test Guglielmo Vicario from a free-kick.But United’s chances only arrived regularly in the final quarter of a patchy contest.The Red Devils belatedly piled on the pressure in the seven minutes of stoppage time, but Spurs just held on.Here’s how SunSport’s Dave Courtnadge rated United on a miserable night individually and collectively for Ruben Amorim’s men… More

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      Serie A title showdown betting preview: Napoli and Inter Milan set for tense finale

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      AN extraordinary Serie A title race reaches its climax this weekend, with Napoli and Inter Milan locked in a tense battle for the Scudetto heading into Friday’s finale.Undoubtedly the most compelling title race across Europe’s big five leagues, the two Italian heavyweights are separated by just a single point after 37 games.League organisers confirmed on Monday that, in the interest of sporting integrity, both clubs will play their decisive fixtures simultaneously on Friday evening at 7.45pm.Just to inject more uncertainty into proceedings, managers Simone Inzaghi and Antonio Conte will both serve touchline bans after receiving red cards in their penultimate round of fixtures last weekend.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesFinal Day FixturesComo vs Inter Milan – 25 MayNapoli vs Cagliari – 25 MayPermutationsFor Napoli, the assignment is simple and their destiny is in their own hands.If they secure a home victory over 14th-placed Cagliari – who they’ve already beaten 4-0 this season – they will be crowned Serie A champions for just the fourth in their history.But any slip-up could open the door for Inter.If Napoli draw or lose and Simone Inzaghi’s side defeat Cesc Fabregas’ Como, Inter will regain the title.But there’s another – more tantalising – outcome that’s still possible.Should Napoli lose and Inter only manage a draw, the two clubs would finish level on points and head-to-head results.That would trigger a one-off title playoff decider to determine the champion.Napoli vs CagliariCagliari really shouldn’t cause Napoli too many problems in Friday’s finale.The 14th-placed side are already safe from relegation and can finish no higher than their current position – they are also on an eight-game winless streak against Napoli, securing maximum points just once in 14 visits to the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium.They’ve found things tough on their travels this season, registering just three wins in 18 games and look set to finish the campaign with the fifth-lowest away Serie A points tally and goals scored.Napoli, by contrast, swept Cagliari aside 4-0 in the reverse fixture back in September and have won seven of their last ten home matches, scoring two or more in seven of those.The hosts are heavy favourites at 2/11 with most bookmakers, and should have enough quality to sign off in style – despite Antonio Conte serving a touchline ban.Como vs Inter MilanAs mentioned above, Inter Milan’s destiny is no longer in their own hands. They must beat Como and hope Cagliari do them a monumental favour over in Naples.But that could be easier said than done against Cesc Fabregas’ side, who have enjoyed an incredible end to the 2024-25 campaign.Como, who only achieved promotion last season, are flying high in 10th position following a run of SIX victories in their last seven games – with four clean sheets to boot.Granted, they can finish no higher or lower regardless of the result – but they are a dangerous opponent and will want to finish with a flourish.As for Inter, they must pick themselves up having failed to capitalise on Napoli dropping points against Parma last weekend.They should be bolstered by the returns of Lautaro Martinez and Davide Frattesi, who both returned to training this week following injuries.Again, the Champions League finalists enter this clash as odds-on favourites to collect a win – and should take confidence from the fact they’ve won on all four occasions they’ve played Como.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.Terms and conditions*William Hill. 18+. 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      ‘A very beautiful career is over’ – Liverpool legend retires aged 42 and announces next job

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      FORMER Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina has announced his retirement from professional football.The 42-year-old, who currently plays for Como, will hang up his gloves for good following the club’s final match of the season against Inter Milan on Friday.Pepe Reina has announced his retirementCredit: GettyThe goalkeeper will hang up his gloves this weekCredit: GettyAnnouncing the news in a chat with Movistar+ this week, Reina said: “A very beautiful career is coming to an end, a very full life.”I feel very fortunate for what I’ve experienced. “It’s been many years… I didn’t expect it, but I think the time has come and I feel like bringing it to a close here.”Reina went on to reveal when he made the decision.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe continued: “I decided to quit last January. I spoke with my wife, and we decided together.”The satisfaction is that now I want it to end. Last summer there was a moment when I had a hard time, because I couldn’t find a project that excited me and I had that little thorn in my side.”I had more to offer and this year has been the one that has made me see that I am now empty, in the sense that I can no longer offer more to football from this position.”The Spaniard went on to add: “I am very fortunate. It has been a privilege.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Now you don’t value it so much, but when I look back we will continue to be one of the leading teams in history, I have been very lucky. I’ve shared a dressing room with some great people.”Reina kicked his professional playing career off in 1999 with Barcelona’s C team.The goalkeeper made almost 400 appearances for LiverpoolCredit: Bradley Ormesher – The TimesHe then went on to make his first team debut the following year and appeared 49 times for the La Liga giants.The goalkeeper moved on to Villarreal in 2002 and spent three years with the Spanish side, helping them qualify for the Champions League for the first time.From there, he then went on to join Liverpool and established himself as a club legend.Reina made 394 appearances for the Reds, kept 177 clean sheets and won the FA Cup, League Cup and UEFA Supercup, narrowly missing out on the Champions League following a defeat to AC Milan in the 2006-07 final.A one-year stint at Bayern Munich followed his time in Merseyside and after that he joined Napoli.He went on to play for AC Milan, Lazio and enjoyed a loan spell with Aston Villa before making a return to Villarreal in 2022.But last year he decided to join former Spain team-mate Cesc Fabregas at Como.The goalkeeper has been limited to 12 appearances this season.Reina also enjoyed a successful international career with Spain.He was capped 36 times by La Roja and won the World Cup along with two European Championship titles.Read More on The SunAfter hanging up his gloves, Reina is set to return to Villarreal to become a coach.The goalkeeper is in line to take charge of the club’s Under-19s.Reina won the World Cup with Spain in 2010Credit: Reuters More

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      Serie A preparing for bonkers PLAYOFF to decide title as final day fixtures are moved at last minute

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      THE ITALIAN title deciding games are set to be moved forward by 48 hours – in case there needs to be a play-off next week.Napoli lead defending champions Inter Milan by a single point after the San Siro side conceded a 90th-minute equaliser against Lazio on Sunday.The Serie A title could be decided by a rare playoffNapoli and Inter Milan are fighting for the Serie A titleOn a mad evening, which also saw Napoli held to a goalless draw at relegation-threatened Parma, all FOUR coaches involved in the two matches were sent off.Inter boss Simone Inzaghi and Lazio counterpart Marco Baroni were both dismissed after a spat followed the award of former Chelsea winger Pedro’s equalising spot-kick.In the other match, Napoli’s Antonio Conte and home boss Cristian Chivu also saw red after the former Chelsea and Spurs boss lost it with a group of Parma players in the last minute.It means both Conte and Inzaghi are banned from the bench for the final games of the season, when Napoli host Cagliari and Inter travel to Cesc Fabregas’ Como. Read More on FootballUnder rules introduced in 2022-23, teams level on points in the Serie A title are separated by the head to head record, rather than on goal difference.Both games between the top two finished in 1-1 draws, meaning they would be locked together if Inter draw and Napoli lose.But with Inter due to be in Munich for the Champions League Final against Paris Saint-Germain on May 31, it has left Italian league chiefs scrambling for a solution.That will see the two crucial Serie A matches played on Friday night, with the rest of the programme still kicking off on Sunday afternoon.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIf the results do make a play-off required, that is expected to be held next Monday.Inter, with the better goal difference of the two, would have home advantage with the game – and the title – settled by penalties if there was no winner after extra-time.With Atalanta confirmed in third, the fourth and final Champions League spot for next season will also be on the line on Sunday.Juventus – a point clear of Roma – travel to Venezia, who must win to have any chance of avoiding relegation.Claudio Ranieri’s Roma are at Juventus’ city rivals Torino, while Lazio – a point further behind – face Lecce, who need a win to be sure of survival.A playoff for the title in Italy has only been played once before in 1964 when Bologna beat Inter 2-0. More

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      Incredible moment Scott McTominay’s car is mobbed by Napoli fans as punters rush to get glimpse of their hero

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      NAPOLI are on the brink of a stunning Serie A title success with Scott McTominay at the very heart of it.And the passionate fans in Naples have shown how much they adore the Scotland star in an incredible moment last night.Napoli fans spotted Scott McTominay’s car at the airportCredit: Youtube @CalcioNapoli24TVThey rushed over desperate for a glimpse of their heroCredit: Youtube @CalcioNapoli24TVMcTominay was absolutely loving itCredit: Youtube @CalcioNapoli24TVMcTominay and Napoli are on the cusp of Serie A title gloryCredit: EPANapoli travelled to take on Parma last night knowing a win could potentially secure a second Serie A championship in three years.However, they were held to a 0-0 draw by the relegation-threatened outfit.It could have been a costly slip-up, but title rivals Inter Milan were ALSO held to a draw – 2-2 against Lazio – meaning it’s as you were heading into the final round of matches next weekend.With a one point lead, Napoli’s destiny is in their own hands and they know a win over Cagliari this coming Sunday will confirm them as champions.Inter, meanwhile, head to Como.With the title triumph on the brink of happening, Napoli fans are buoyant and starting to really, really believe.That was evident when a thousand fans headed to the airport in Naples late at night to welcome back their heroes.Footage shared by CalcioNapoli24 shows the incredible moment a large group of fans spotted McTominay in his car.Most read in FootballThe former Man Utd star’s black 4×4 quickly becomes surrounded both by fans on foot and some on motorcycles.Many of them are wearing Napoli gear.Napoli fan gets incredible Scott McTominay tattoo with permanent nod to Scotland hero’s bizarre new nicknameOne fan on a bike filmed the encounter, driving round to the driver’s side where McTominay was sat.Horns are blaring and several shouts of “Scott” can be heard.The footage shows several phones being pressed up against the window with fans desperate to get a picture of their new main man.Some also attempt to take a selfie.McTominay, it’s fair to say, is absolutely loving it.Extremely calm despite the chaos going on around him, the Scotland ace rolls down his window to greet the adoring fans.He has a big smile on his face as he applauds and waves to the fans.McTominay has been loving in life in Naples, both on the pitch and off of it.The city, too, has completely taken the 28-year old to heart.Read More on The SunA shrine – similar to the ones made in honour to the great Diego Maradona – has appeared in the centre of Naples, while other tributes include tattoos and pizzas.Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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      Diletta Leotta stuns in ‘perfect’ outfit as DAZN host puts on leggy display for Serie A title clash

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      DILETTA LEOTTA put on another stunning display as she conducted her Italian footie punditry duties.The 33-year-old DAZN presenter regularly wows Serie A fans with an array of bold and daring outfits.DAZN presenter Diletta Leotta stunned during a Charity Gala event in Rome last weekThe 33-year-old stunned as she returned pitchside on Sunday for Napoli’s trip to ParmaCredit: GETTYLeotta wowed viewers in a figure-hugging black dressCredit: INSTGRAM@DILETTALEOTTAAnd just days after stunning in a floral number at a charity event, the Italian wowed during the broadcaster’s coverage of Napoli’s trip to Parma on Sunday.She donned a figure-hugging black dress for the match, which ended 0-0.And Leotta – the wife of formerLiverpool flop Loris Karius – completed her outfit, which she showed off on Instagram before the match, with white open-toed high heels.The accompanying caption for her pre-match photo dump read: “Last 180.”READ MORE ON DILETTA LEOTTAScores of Leotta’s 9.2million followers flooded the comments section, with one commenting: “You are gorgeous.”Another said: “Magnificent.”And another said: “Sublime to say the least!”One remarked: “Lucky your husband.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSDiletta Leotta is married to former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris KariusAnother chimed in: “My Dileta, what a perfect outfit, you are stunning!”When she’s not required on screen, Leotta tries her best to attend hubby’s Karius’ Schalke matches.Diletta Leotta wows in busty outfit at Fifa Club World Cup draw but fans baffled as Italy icon calls her an ‘immigrant’But she recently suffered a “traumatic” experience in the form of an invasive security check at a German airport while travelling back to Italy.During an appearance on Radio 105, she recalled: “I had to go back to Italy, and as I was going through the metal detector, a policewoman came and wanted to check me.”At one point, I took off almost all my clothes.”I was wearing almost nothing under my arms and told her, ‘Look, I have nothing under my arms.'”But she insisted on tickling me under my arms, which was incredible torture.”She also told me to take off my shoes and tickled me under my feet.Read More on The Sun”It was traumatic because my brother held me like that (with his arms raised) and tickled me under the armpits.”He was really strong. He tickled me all over my body and I used to wet my pants.” More

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      Oliver Glasner to stay at Crystal Palace next season but FA Cup winners ‘must develop’ to keep him any longer

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      CRYSTAL PALACE chief Steve Parish reckons that boss Oliver Glasner will DEFINITELY stay at the club next season.The Eagles clinched their first major trophy in Saturday’s 1-0 FA Cup win over Manchester City.Crystal Palace are confident of keeping hold of FA Cup winner Oliver GlasnerCredit: GettyBut they face a battle to keep Glasner, who could be a target for Tottenham. The Austrian  has a year on his  deal and talks with the club have been slow.But Parish insisted: “Oliver will be here next year. Everybody knows the length of his contract. Beyond that we’ll have to talk. We want to try and extend his contract.“But it needs to be right for everybody. What happens down the track, summer transfer window, players,  it’s for tomorrow.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“But he’ll be here next year,  then we’ll take it from there.“Of course I want him to stay but things happen in football and clubs evolve and move on.“I’d love him to stay but the club’s got to develop behind him, and the club has to show the ambition. And if that all aligns,  maybe he will.”As for a new long-term deal for Glasner, chairman Parish added: “We’ve been talking about it. For Oliver, it’s not about the things that maybe people think it’s about. Oliver wants to be part of something that’s going in a direction.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSGlasner, 50, is likely to be in demand throughout Europe this summer.He also led Eintracht Frankfurt to the Europa League title in 2022.Crystal Palace stars lift FA Cup trophy as they win first major honour in club’s history with win over Man CityPalace will hold a trophy parade next Monday.The futures of Wembley matchwinner Eberechi Eze and skipper Marc Guehi are also in doubt.But Parish reckons it will be easier to sign players in the summer as the club will be playing in the Europa League next season — their first time in Europe.He said: “When you go for players, it’s ‘Ah, he wants to play in Europe, so he’s going to go wherever’. So of course you’ve got that in your locker.” More