Serie A champions Juventus are said to be considering a shock transfer move for AS Roma midfielder kevin Strootman.

Sky Italia are reporting that Bianconeri would be willing to fork out €45 million in order to active the Dutchman’s release clause and strengthen their midfield for next season.

With Liverpool enforcer Emre Can set to arrive on a free transfer, Juventus are said to be looking to add more strength to the centre of the park and are willing to approach their fierce rivals in attempt to land Strootman.

Dutch international has returned to full fitness following a series of serious knee injuries but is still considered a world-class footballer.

AS Roma would be eager to avoid repeating the scenario they witnessed with Miralem Pjanic back in 2…

Juventus legend Alessandro Del Piero admits he is still unsure of his next step after announcing his exit from Australian outfit Sydney FC.

Del Piero who became one of world football s biggest names during an outstanding 19-year stint at Juventus swapped Turin for Sydney in 2012.

His two-year stay in the A-League has recently concluded and the 39-year-old says he wants to play on in a new destination.

Early reports have linked him with a switch to Japan or the United States, but Del Piero told newspaper L Avvenire: I haven t made a decision yet.

It s not just the football that fascinates me, but also the project around it, the environment, the opportunity to build something important on and off the field, just as I did in Australia.

My objective is to work …

Former Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola has revealed his intention to return to coaching next season.

The tactician has been absent from the game since his departure from the club after the 2011-12 campaign having won 14 trophies in four years at Camp Nou.

Guardiola has now shared that he intends to take over a coaching role again at some point, though has denied he already has a club in mind.

Yes, I would like to come back to coaching, he said during the press conference ahead of the Ballon d Or ceremony on Monday.

I don t have a team, I don t know, but I would like to go back to coaching.

He added: My decision has been taken to coach, but beyond that there is no decision taken.

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Watford ended a run of three successive Premier League defeats, but Hayden Mullins brief spell as interim manager concluded without a victory as Crystal Palace held them to a 0-0 draw.

The Hornets confirmed Nigel Pearson as their new manager on Friday, but he watched from the stands as Palace left Vicarage Road with a hard-earned point.

A first half of few chances was only notable for Wilfried Zaha s display, as the Ivory Coast international was involved in a couple of flashpoints, seemingly angering his manager Roy Hodgson.

Watford dominated after the interval, with Gerard Deulofeu going close before substitute Ismaila Sarr enjoyed a lively cameo, failing to convert two decent opportunities.

Palace held on, and Zaha – who continued to get caught up…

Japan want better officiating in their Asian Cup clash with Jordan in Melbourne on Tuesday as they look to advance to the last eight.

Japan defender Maya Yoshida is hoping for improved officiating when his side battle Jordan in Melbourne on Tuesday.

Yoshida was one of a number of Japan players to defend Keisuke Honda after the star midfielder was hit with a AUD$5000 fine for critical comments about refereeing in his side s 4-0 win over Palestine last week.

Honda felt the match was controlled like a basketball game and Yoshida agreed with his view, telling Kyodo News that the officiating had been too overzealous so far.

Of course there are times when we players, we have to call for improvements, and to be honest, I am shocked at the amount of fine he has …

Gareth Southgate lauded Bukayo Saka after the England star scored a tremendous treble against North Macedonia and enjoyed one of the best nights of his life.

Having followed up March’s wins against Italy and Ukraine by beating Malta 4-0 on Friday, the side put on a show on Monday as their Euro 2024 qualification cakewalk continued.

Harry Kane’s brace was complemented by Marcus Rashford and Kalvin Phillips efforts at Old Trafford, where Saka was the star of the 7-0 annihilation of North Macedonia.

A fierce strike from a tight angle was followed at the start of the second half by a stupendous second, before then quickly wrapping up the first hat-trick of his career.

Saka was given a standing ovation after a sparkling performance made all the impressive …

Samir Nasri has been given a six-month ban from football by UEFA for violating anti-doping regulations.

The 30-year-old received a drip treatment at a Los Angeles clinic in 2016, which UEFA says contravened rules laid down by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).

Nasri has been suspended following a meeting by UEFA s Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body. He has the right to appeal.

The player Samir Nasri has been found guilty for using a prohibited method in accordance with sub-section M2, par. 2 of the WADA Prohibited List, UEFA said in a statement.

In this context, the CEDB has decided to suspend Samir Nasri for six (6) months for violation of the World Anti-doping Code and the UEFA Anti-doping Regulations. 

This decision was taken on Februa…

Fiorentina manager Vincenzo Montella is focusing on securing European qualification rather than battling Milan for third place in Serie A.

With his side currently sitting in fourth place, the 38-year-old called for focus on securing European football next season before challenging Milan for the final UEFA Champions League qualifying spot.

The former Italy international, who took over in Florence in June 2012, has masterminded seven wins in their last 10 games which has propelled them up Serie A and into top three contention.

With four games of the season remaining, and the gap to third place just one point, Montella knows they can push Milan all the way despite their rivals having much more experience at the top end of the table.

“Let us consolidate our p…

Barcelona have completed the signing of Yusuf Demir on loan from Rapid Vienna with an option to buy.

The 18-year-old winger has earned a fine reputation at home after breaking into the Rapid team so young and has been dubbed the Austrian Messi for his style of play and stature.

He will now hope to link up with Messi himself, providing the Argentina star does sign a new deal at Camp Nou.

Barca have struck a deal to sign Demir on loan for 2021-22 at a cost of €500,000 and they will have the option to sign him permanently for €10million should he impress, the Catalan club said.

Similarly, Demir has also agreed a new contract at Rapid until 2023, meaning they will not lose him on a free transfer next year if Barca opt against making his switch to LaLiga p…

Should they stay in the Premier League, Southampton will attempt to lure Barcelona s Paco Alcacer to join their ranks, Sky Sports have quoted their own sources.

The Saints have struggled heavily in front of goal this season and scored only 29 goals in 31 league games so far. They believe the out-of-favour Barcelona striker would be a good solution for their problems in that area. They still face a tough battle against relegation though, currently sitting in 18th place, and should they move to the Championship this summer, any such transfer wish would likely become impossible.

Since his move from Valencia in 2016, Alcacer has scored only nine goals in 33 appearances for the Catalan club. He has failed to nail down a starting spot under both Luis Enrique and Ernesto Valve…