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Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by Goal.com

Conte unlikely to join Bayern as Napoli prepare huge bit

Contrary to earlier reports, Antonio Conte is now unlikely to join Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich as Napoli are preparing a huge bid for the Italian, according to CalcioNapoli24.

Napoli chief Aurelio De Laurentiis is personally invested in the deal and wants a big-name manager to rebuild the brand of his club next season.

Pioli likely to stay back at AC Milan

According to Sky Italia, AC Milan are all set to retain the services of manager Stefano Pioli beyond the current 2023/24 season.

After AC Milan crashed out of the Champions League group stages, reports emerged that the Italian could leave the Rossoneri after the current season concludes.

DFB wants Nagelsmann to extend stay until 2026 World Cup

According to Sky Sports journalist Florian Plettenberg, DFB are planning to offer a new deal to Julian Nagelsmann that will keep him with the German national team until the 2026 World Cup.

The officials are aware of Bayern Munich's interest in the manager and are planning to hold a meeting with him in the coming days.

PSG eyeing move for James amid Chelsea's FFP crisis

According to Football Transfers, Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly interested in signing Chelsea skipper Reece James in the summer.

The Blues are looking to raise €116 million amid FFP concerns, however, it is unlikely that they would sanction the defender's departure just one year after making him the club captain.

Newcastle won't sell Isak in the summer

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has confirmed that star forward Aleksandar Isak will not be sold during the upcoming summer transfer window.

Speaking to reporters, Howe said, "He's an outstanding talent and no one connected with Newcastle would want to lose him, He was excellent on Saturday. He didn't score in open play but his two penalties were outstanding and his general play was very good. His link play, his athleticism, he looked in a really good place."

Juventus likely to part ways with Allegri in the summer

Juventus are likely to part ways with manager Massimiliano Allegri at the end of the 2023/24 season, according to journalist Rudy Galetti. The club have reportedly asked the manager to improve the results of the club and are not satisfied with his performances this season.

Amrabat set to leave Man Utd in the summer

Sofyan Amrabat is all set to leave Manchester United at the end of the current season once his loan spell ends, according to journalist Rudy Galetti.

The Fiorentina loanee has a €25m buy option in his current deal but the Red Devils are unlikely to trigger it.

Alonso set to leave Barcelona in the summer
Barcelona left-back Marcos Alonso is all set to leave the club at the end of the current season, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.

Sergi Roberto too could follow his compatriot out of the club in the summer, although his decision depends on Xav's future at the club.

Newcastle revive interest in Ramsdale

According to the Daily Mail reports Newcastle United have shown interest in signing Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale in the summer.

Since the Gunners signed David Raya on loan - with an option to buy - last summer, Aaron Ramsdale saw his role at the club reduced to being an understudy to the Spaniard. Frustrated with his limited game time, Ramsdale is now considering making a move away from the club.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe says Alexander Isak is not for sale

Eddie Howe has insisted that Newcastle striker Alexander Isak is not for sale during the summer. Speculation has mounted over a summer move for the Swedish forward due to Newcastle's need to balance the books for Profit and Sustainability Rules reasons.

"He's an outstanding talent and no one connected with Newcastle would want to lose him," said Howe. "He was excellent on Saturday. He didn't score in open play but his two penalties were outstanding and his general play was very good. His link play, his athleticism, he looked in a really good place."

Luis Enrique defends decision to sub off Kylian Mbappe

Luis Enrique justified his choice to substitute Kylian Mbappe during Sunday night's 2-0 victory against Marseille for PSG. The French forward was clearly upset with Enrique's decision to substitute him for Goncalo Ramos in minute sixty-five after PSG went down to ten men.

"It's the same music every single week, the same music… it's so boring. I am the manager, I make the decisions every day, every week. I am going to do the same until my last day in Paris. I always try to find the best solution for my team. Even if you don't (understand the decision), I don't care. I don't care at all."

Roberto De Zerbi knows' what the future holds for him

Roberto De Zerbi admits he "knows his future and what he wants" as speculation mounts over his Brighton future. The Italian has been linked with the Liverpool and Bayern Munich roles after Xabi Alonso pulled out of the running for both posts as he committed his future to Bayer Leverkusen last week.

"I am lucky because I have a clear idea and in my life I decide always what I want to do. I will speak with (owner) Tony (Bloom) and the club and we will find a solution together without problems but I know my future and what I want.

"I want to compete and keep my ambition high because my life is football. I want to wake up happy every morning and fight to reach the maximum."