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Mbappe leads France past Azerbaijan but limps off with ankle issue

Kylian Mbappé (France, Real Madrid)
October 2025

Mbappé’s dazzling solo strike inspired France to a 3-0 win over Azerbaijan in World Cup qualifying, with Adrien Rabiot and Florian Thauvin also scoring. The Real Madrid star, however, sparked concern late on after signaling to come off with an ankle problem.
Despite several injuries, Didier Deschamps’ rotated side dominated in Paris. Mbappé broke the deadlock with a brilliant solo effort before assisting Rabiot for the second. Thauvin’s late goal sealed another routine victory as France maintained their perfect qualifying record.

Scott Munn set for Serie A return with Parma after Tottenham exit

Scott Munn (former Tottenham Hotspur executive)
October 2025

Former Spurs chief football officer Scott Munn is finalizing a move to Serie A side Parma to lead the Krause Group’s football division. His new role follows his departure from Tottenham amid a summer overhaul that also saw Daniel Levy and Ange Postecoglou leave.
Italian outlets Gazzetta dello Sport and Parma Today report that Munn will oversee Parma’s sporting structure under president Kyle Krause. Munn, 51, aims to bring organizational stability and long-term planning to the club after his short but turbulent tenure in North London.

AC Milan stuck with Divock Origi’s costly contract until 2026

Divock Origi (AC Milan)
October 2025

AC Milan are still paying Origi €4 million annually despite his last competitive appearance coming in May 2023. Attempts to terminate the Belgian forward’s contract early have stalled, leaving the Rossoneri burdened with his wages until 2026.
Signed on a free from Liverpool in 2022, Origi failed to make an impact before loans and fitness issues derailed his Milan career. He’s currently training privately and absent from the club’s setup. Negotiations for a settlement will resume in early 2026.

Juventus prepare free-agent move for AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan

Mike Maignan (AC Milan)
October 2025

Juventus are targeting Maignan as a free-agent signing next summer with Chelsea and Bayern Munich also interested. The France international’s renewal talks with Milan have stalled, raising the likelihood of an exit before his 2026 contract expiry.
Gazzetta dello Sport reports Juventus view Maignan as an elite upgrade on Michele Di Gregorio, though they face competition from Chelsea and Bayern. Maignan can sign a pre-contract with foreign clubs in January 2026, setting up a transfer battle among Europe’s top sides.

Real Madrid eye defensive reinforcements ahead of summer overhaul

Real Madrid
October 2025

Real Madrid are scouting Ibrahima Konaté, Dayot Upamecano, and Marc Guéhi as they plan to sign a centre-back next summer with Antonio Rüdiger and David Alaba out of contract. Youngster Joan Martínez is also being considered for promotion from Castilla.
AS reports Madrid intend to secure a free agent if possible while grooming Martínez as a long-term option. The club seeks to refresh its back line amid aging defenders and expiring deals.

Juventus, Milan, and United compete for Sandro Tonali’s signature

Sandro Tonali (Newcastle United)
October 2025

Juventus are leading the chase for Tonali with AC Milan and Manchester United also interested. The Italian midfielder could leave Newcastle in January as the Bianconeri seek to add homegrown quality to their squad.
Calciomercato reports Tonali earns €7m plus €2m in bonuses — a salary among Serie A’s highest. Juventus see him as part of their “Italian soul” project, while Milan monitor a potential return if Newcastle open to negotiation.

Bayern Munich target Nottingham Forest’s Murillo for defensive upgrade

Murillo (Nottingham Forest)
October 2025

Bayern Munich are weighing a move for Forest’s 23-year-old defender Murillo, valued at €55 million. The club must offload players before making a formal bid amid competition from Real Madrid and Chelsea.
Sport Bild says Murillo’s long-term contract until 2029 complicates matters, as Forest are under no pressure to sell. Bayern view him as a long-term successor in their defensive rebuild.

Napoli explore loan deal for Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo

Kobbie Mainoo (Manchester United)
October 2025

Napoli are seeking to sign Mainoo on loan in January, with the 20-year-old frustrated by limited game time under Ruben Amorim. The move would include no purchase obligation, per Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis.
La Gazzetta dello Sport reports Mainoo wants regular minutes to continue development, while United prefer to keep control over his long-term future. Talks are expected to progress closer to the winter window.

T.J. McConnell sidelined with hamstring injury as Pacers sign Cameron Payne

T.J. McConnell (Indiana Pacers)
October 2025

McConnell will be out for at least a month after suffering a hamstring injury in Indiana’s first preseason game. The 33-year-old guard averaged 9.1 points and 4.4 assists last season, playing a pivotal role in the Pacers’ run to the NBA Finals.
Head coach Rick Carlisle confirmed the injury “wasn’t as bad as it could’ve been” but requires rest. To reinforce depth, Indiana signed veteran guard Cameron Payne to a training camp deal while waiving Delon Wright, who also picked up a knock in preseason.

LeBron James to miss 3–4 weeks with sciatica, out for Lakers’ preseason

LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers)
October 2025

The Lakers announced that LeBron James will be sidelined three to four weeks with right-side sciatica, keeping him out of all preseason action and likely the season opener against the Golden State Warriors on October 21.
Head coach JJ Redick said James is “on his own timeline” as he recovers from nerve irritation in his glute. The 40-year-old forward has yet to participate in full training camp sessions but remains focused on returning once pain subsides.

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