At 41, Thiago Silva has decided to enjoy one final European chapter, leaving Fluminense to accept Porto’s offer.

Sometimes a change of scenery is all it takes to transform a career. Scott McTominay did exactly that by leaving Manchester United and finding the perfect stage in Naples to express his full potential.

In recent years, Real Madrid have overhauled their approach to managing academy talent. Until not long ago, youngsters in need of experience were simply sent out on loan.

Talks over Mike Maignan’s contract renewal at Ac Milan are still ongoing, with the Rossoneri keen to secure the future of one of Massimiliano Allegri’s key players.

Manchester City are closing in on the signing of Antoine Semenyo. Over the past 24 hours, talks with Bournemouth have accelerated decisively, pushing the deal into its final stages.