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      Iconic Italian football club where Pep Guardiola and Mario Balotelli played goes bankrupt and faces boot from league

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      ITALIAN football club Brescia is set to go extinct after 114 years having being declared bankrupt.The club – who started this season in Serie B – have failed to pay debts of more than £2.5million.Roberto Baggio and Andrea Pirlo during their time with BresciaCredit: GettyPep Guardiola, pictured here in 2001, also played for BresciaCredit: GettyMario Balotelli had a year with the clubCredit: Getty Images – GettyAs a result, they have been gone bankrupt and face expulsion from the professional leagues.Huge names such as Roberto Baggio, Pep Guardiola, Andrea Pirlo, Luca Toni Marek Hamsík, Mario Balotelli and Roberto De Zerbi all played for the club.Balotelli spent a year with Brescia after signing in 2019 – scoring five in 19 games but he left after the club’s relegation. Brescia is owned by Massimo Cellino – who was in charge of Leeds between 2014 and 2017 before buying the Italian side.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut he had a troubled tenure in Yorkshire and left amid fan protests and much discontent.Brescia were promoted to Serie A in 2019 but were relegated in the very next season.Things went from bad to worse this campaign after they were deducted four points amid their financial woes.It saw them relegated to Serie C – but owner Cellino has not registered them in time for next season in the wake of failing to pay off his debts.Most read in FootballBrescia are not the only Italian side facing bankruptcy and expulsion from the league.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSpal, once of Serie A, said in a statement: “With great regret, the owners of Spal announce that the club will not participate in the 2025-26 Serie C campaign.“It is a painful epilogue that arrived after numerous attempts to find concrete solutions that could guarantee the continuation of the project.“Unfortunately, the current conditions do not make that possible. “In the last four years, the owners made significant financial efforts, investing €50m in liquidity, with €12m alone in the last season, in an attempt to relaunch Spal and give the city of Ferrara a team suited to its history and passion.“However, the results were not satisfactory, nor proportional to the level of investment.” More

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      ‘I know the facts’ – Rasmus Hojlund breaks silence on Man Utd exit rumours as Champions League giants line up transfer

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      RASMUS HOJLUND has broken his silence on claims he is set to leave Manchester United.Rumours began to circulate earlier this week that the Red Devils want to cut their losses on the 22-year-old.Rasmus Hojlund is ‘dedicated’ to Man UtdCredit: GettyHojlund is said to be on the radar of Inter Milan, who could be willing to splash £40million on him.But the striker has revealed he expects to remain at Old Trafford next season.Hojlund told Sport TV2 after Denmark beat Northern Ireland 2-1 in a friendly yesterday: “I have a contract until 2030, so I expect to play for Manchester United.”I’m looking forward to going on a summer holiday and then I’m fully dedicated to the project that’s underway.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I know I can’t get much out of reading things. “I know what the facts are – and that is that I have a contract with Manchester United until 2030.”I expect to play there, so I’m just getting ready for a summer holiday and then hopefully a good pre-season.”Hojlund arrived from Atalanta two years ago in a deal worth an initial £64million, with £8million in potential add-ons.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSBut the Dane has struggled to live up to the price tag, scoring just ten goals in 52 appearances in the season just finished.Despite his Man Utd difficulties, Hojlund is still rated highly in Italy and Napoli have also been linked with a shock swoop.Paul Scholes says Man Utd must keep Rasmus Hojlund and reveals how to get the best out of him Ruben Amorim wants to add more attacking talent to his squad in addition to completing a £62.5m deal for Wolves star Matheus Cunha.A reunion with Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres is on the cards for £60m.And SunSport can exclusively reveal that Tottenham will battle Man Utd for Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo.Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford More

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      Chelsea launch emergency £13million transfer bid for AC Milan’s Mike Maignan in race against time for Club World Cup

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      CHELSEA have tabled a £13million bid for AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan, according to reports.The Blues want to give their new No1 his debut at the Club World Cup, which begins next Sunday.Chelsea have made an offer to buy Mike Maignan in time for the Club World CupCredit: Shutterstock EditorialBut the deadline to register players for the revamped 32-team tournament is on Tuesday.And it means Chelsea face a race against time to get the transfer announced.The club have been locked in talks with both AC Milan and the player since last week.Maignan is thought to be keen on a move to Stamford Bridge and has already agreed personal terms.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWATCH EVERY MATCH OF THE CLUB WORLD CUP 2025 LIVE ON DAZNThe 29-year-old has just a year left on his contract with the Italian side.And with the two parties no closer to agreement, Milan are set to cash-in this summer rather than risk losing him for free in 12 months’ time.Journalist Fabrizio Romano claims £13m will be enough to seal the deal, while Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport claim the fee is likely to be £15m.BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSMilan have already sounded out Roma’s Mile Svilar as Maignan’s replacement.Most read in FootballThe Frenchman has 31 international caps to his name and is regarded by many as one of the best keepers in the world.He has been in the Serie A Team of the Year twice in four seasons and he won the title with Milan in 2022 after keeping 17 clean sheets.There is set to be a lot of movement in Chelsea’s bloated goalkeeper department this summer.The first to go will reportedly be Kepa Arrizabalaga to Arsenal in a £5m deal.Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic face uncertain futures.Meanwhile, Chelsea are set to improve their bid for Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens.The Blues’ opening offer fell £10m short of their £40m valuation of the English winger, who has already agreed a seven-year contract in West London.Join SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford BridgeWatch EVERY match of the Club World Cup 2025 live on DAZN More

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      Crystal Palace line up £40m-rated AC Milan star Strahinja Pavlovic in potential Marc Guehi replacement transfer

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      OLIVER GLASNER will make a new move to sign AC Milan’s Strahinja Pavlovic with the Italian club wanting £40million.The Crystal Palace boss thinks the powerful Serb would be an ideal addition with Europe on the agenda next term.Crystal Palace are preparing a move for AC Milan star Strahinja PavlovicCredit: Shutterstock EditorialMarc Guehi has a year left on his Crystal Palace contractCredit: GettyCentre-back Pavlovic, 24, only moved from RB Salzburg for £15m a year ago but Palace have been tracking him for months.Boss Glasner wants extra competition at the back but the Eagles will not pay over the top and could start the bidding at just £25m.Glasner is a huge fan of Pavlovic’s — who was a regular in Milan’s Serie A and Champions League campaigns — so it is an ambitious target.He scored two goals and provided just as many assists in 35 appearances from centre-back this term.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSMeanwhile, Pavlovic started six of Milan’s ten Champions League games, and 21 Serie A matches.Palace qualified for next seasons Europa League after beating Manchester City in a shock 1-0 win in the FA Cup final.But the club’s European status is under threat from Uefa because owner John Textor also owns shares in Lyon. Juventus’ Tiago Djalo, 25, is an alternative.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPalace are possibly in the market for two defenders, especially if Marc Guehi leaves.Burnley’s Maxime Esteve, 23, is also admired.Crystal Palace could be KICKED OUT of Europa League before a ball is even kickedMeanwhile, Palace are in talks with striker Jean-Philippe Mateta over signing a new contract.The 27-year-old was a standout performer in Glasner’s side last season, scoring 17 goals in all competitions as Palace won the FA Cup – their first major trophy. More

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      Serie A star Joan Gonzalez forced to retire aged just 23 with rare heart condition after club doctor ‘saved his life’

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      SERIE A star Joan Gonzalez has been forced to retire aged 23 due to a heart condition.The former Barcelona academy starlet joined Lecce from the Catalan giants in 2021.Joan Gonzalez has been forced to hang up his bootsCredit: GettyGonzalez did not feature last season, after a congenital heart condition was detected in the summer of 2024.Following recent further tests, the midfielder was forced to hang up his boots.Explaining the situation, club president Sticchi Damiani said: “He will not receive medical clearance.”The season began, unfortunately, with a major obstacle: the bad news about Joan Gonzalez, who failed his medical.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”We called him back after a year for a new check-up, which took place a few days ago, and the situation remains the same.”Damiani was then full of praise for Lecce’s medical staff.The Italian continued: “A round of applause to our medical team, to Dr. Tondo, because they detected a congenital condition that is very difficult to diagnose.”It’s a case study. Thanks to that, the boy’s life was saved.”Most read in FootballDamiani also gushed over Gonzalez’s professionalism and ability.The Lecce chief added: “He has faced it with a balance, serenity and intelligence that make us think he would have been a great footballer.”Newcastle confirm first summer signing after pipping Barcelona, Real Madrid and Porto to Spanish wonderkidDamiani then admitted that he believes Gonzalez will become a “great manager”.The Spaniard played 66 times for Lecce’s first team, scoring twice.Gonzalez’s final appearance came on May 26, 2024 – in his side’s 0-0 draw with Napoli on the final day of the 2023-24 season.Gonzalez had to sit out of the 24-25 seasonCredit: Getty More

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      Lisandro Martinez could be set to follow Scott McTominay to Napoli as Man Utd defender linked with shock transfer

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      LISANDRO MARTINEZ could be set for an exit from Manchester United this summer.The Argentine defender is currently recovering from a long-term injury.Lisandro Martinez is reportedly gaining interest from NapoliCredit: GettyA transfer would see him reunite with Scott McTominayCredit: GettyThe Scottish midfielder has excelled in ItalyCredit: GettyMartinez, 27, is now facing an uncertain future at Old Trafford with Napoli reportedly interested.Corriere dello Sport has claimed that the defender is being tracked by the Serie A champions.Napoli are “monitoring” his recovery from the ACL injury that he suffered in February.It is believed that the club are not concerned about his recent issues with injury.READ MORE ON MAN UTDTo add, it is thought that Napoli’s sporting director, Giovanni Manna, is a fan of Martinez.It is not yet known whether or not Manchester United would cash in on the former Ajax man if the opportunity presented itself.If a transfer to Napoli went through, then Martinez would reunite with former Red Devil Scott McTominay.The Scottish ace made the switch last summer and has become a cult figure at the club.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMcTominay, 28, has become an integral part of Antonio Conte’s Serie A-winning team.The midfielder netted 12 goals and provided four assists in his 34 league appearances.Adorable moment Lisandro Martinez’s mum helps Man Utd star with rehabMcTominay’s heroics have already seen him become a fan favourite at the club.He cost Napoli just £25million, a fee that has proven to be a bargain.Martinez joined Man Utd in 2022 in a £50m deal from Ajax.He has made 91 appearances in all competitions for the club and won the FA Cup and League Cup.Meanwhile, Man United have learned the wage demands of target Bryan Mbeumo.The Brentford star is asking for a weekly wage of £250,000-a-week.Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford More

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      Inter Milan ask Cesc Fabregas for permission to speak to Cesc Fabregas as they target next manager

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      INTER MILAN have asked Cesc Fabregas for permission to speak to… Cesc Fabregas.The humiliated Champions League finalists have seen boss Simone Inzaghi leave in a shock exit, ahead of an expected moneybags move to Al-Hilal.Inter Milan want to speak to Como manager and co-owner Cesc FabregasCredit: Shutterstock EditorialIt comes after coach Simone Inzaghi left the clubCredit: EPAAnd the Italian giants face a mad rush to get a new boss in place – with the Club World Cup beginning in less than TWO WEEKS.Top of their wishlist, according to reports in Italy, is Arsenal legend Fabregas, who has impressed in charge of Serie A minnows Como.The ex-Barcelona midfielder is the manager of the club, who finished tenth in their first season this campaign after achieving promotion last season.But Fabregas, 38, is also Como’s CO-OWNER – alongside Thierry Henry and the mega-rich Indonesia-based Djarum Group.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThat means an approach to the board to open discussions with Farbegas with have to go through the World Cup-winner himself.The Spaniard has already reportedly turned down a job offer from German side Bayer Leverkusen after they allowed Xabi Alonso to leave to join Real Madrid.While Roma were also said to be keen, before turning their attention onto legendary Atalanta boss Gian Piero Gasperini instead. Sky Sport Italia claims Fabregas is “tempted” by the offer, but is yet to give any indication over a decision.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFabregas would face a rebuilding job at Inter after they were mercilessly swept aside in a 5-0 thrashing to PSG in Saturday’s Champions League final.The scale of the task has seen Inzaghe, who led the club to two Champions League finals, one Serie A title, two Coppa Italias and three Italian Super Cups, be tempted to take the money in Saudi Arabia instead.Cesc Fabregas like you’ve never seen him before as mild-mannered ex-Arsenal star explodes in fiery dressing room rantA club statement read: “The Club and Simone Inzaghi’s paths separate. This is the decision taken by mutual agreement after the meeting that took place a few minutes ago.”Inzaghi’s management at Inter will be remembered by fans, players, managers and employees as being characterised by great passion, accompanied by professionalism and dedication.” More

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      Christian Eriksen, 33, makes transfer decision after leaving Man Utd as a free agent and ‘refusing to go on tour’

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      CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN has turned his back on extending his Premier League stay – insisting: I’ve done my time in England.The Denmark international is a free agent with his Manchester United contract expiring, and there is top-flight interest in the midfielder.Christian Eriksen has stated that his future may lie away from England after seeing his Manchester United contract not renewedHowever, a special ruling means the Danish midfielder can’t return to ItalyBut Eriksen, 33, declared his aim to play in another country after spending over ten seasons in the Premier League. Signed from Ajax, he had a seven-year stay with Tottenham before leaving for Inter Milan in 2020.Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest on national duty in June 2021, but went on to have a six-month spell with Brentford in early 2022.United signed him that summer, and he went on to score eight goals in 107 Red Devils appearances.READ MORE IN MAN UNITEDEriksen told Danish TV: “I would rather get away from the Premier League.”I feel like I’ve taken my turn in the Premier League, so I’m looking outside the English borders.”It has been a great place for me and my family, and we have been there for many years.Tour missEriksen, like fellow Scandinavian Victor Lindelöf, was absent from United’s chaotic post-season tour.Most read in FootballSome reports suggested the pair refused to travel to Asia for the money-spinning trip.The Dane playmaker stayed to tie the knot with long-time partner Sabrina Kvist Jensen. Whilst, Lindelof’s wife Maja is currently heavily pregnant with the pair’s third child.He added: “When I moved from Tottenham to Inter, it wasn’t my plan to go back to England either.”After that I’ve been there for three and a half years again, so you should never say never.”But my priority is that I have to leave.”Danish bookies installed home-country club Odense as favourites to be Eriksen’s next employer.  He spent three years in their youth ranks.But the midfielder insisted: “It’s football’s rumour mill.  I hope no-one has put money on it being now, because then they will lose.”Right now there is nothing.  There is interest all around, but there is nothing where I am close to signing.Eriksen’s move to Manchester United was brought about after his cardiac arrest in the 2021 European Championship prevented him from playing football in Italy due to the implantable defibrillator inserted in his chest. Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordHis Inter contract was subsequently terminated following the ruling from of the Italian Football Association and he joined Brentford on a short-term deal before signing for United. The installed defibrillator means that Eriksen is still unable to play football in Italy therefore sign for an Italian club. Read More on The Sun”My focus is on playing international matches, and then go on a good summer holiday,” he concluded.”Then we will see how long the holiday will be.” More