Italy icon Pirlo takes charge at relegated Sampdoria

Andrea Pirlo was appointed the new manager of Sampdoria on Tuesday as the former Italian champions try to bounce back into Serie A at the first attempt.

Mourinho handed two-match Serie A ban for referee rant

Jose Mourinho will miss the opening two matches of the Serie A season after Italy’s football federation handed the Roma coach a 10-day ban for calling a referee “the worst” he had ever seen.

Transfer watch: Andre Onana

Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana’s performances this season have both Manchester United and Chelsea interested in securing his future for a large fee just 12 months into his five year contract.

Rabiot extends Juventus deal until 2024

Adrien Rabiot has signed a one-year extension to his Juventus contract until 2024, the Serie A club said on Tuesday.

Watch: How has the Saudi Pro League affected the transfer window?

Watch as ESPN FC discuss how the Saudi Pro League has affected the transfer window in European football.

Chelsea owners buy French Ligue 1 club Strasbourg

The American owners of English Premier League giants Chelsea on Thursday sealed a deal to take control of French Ligue 1 outfit Strasbourg.

Inter’s Dzeko signs two-year Fenerbahce deal

Inter Milan striker Edin Dzeko has signed for two years with Fenerbahce, the Turkish giants announced on Thursday.

Watch: Why your club should not sign Neymar

Watch Football Daily explain why your club should not sign Brazilian phenomenon Neymar Jr. 

Transfer watch: Khephren Thuram

Khephren Thuram, the OGC Nice midfielder and son of legendary defender Lilian Thuram, has caught the attention of the biggest clubs in Europe after a successful season in Ligue 1.

Kroos extends Real Madrid contract for extra season

Toni Kroos has agreed an extension to his contract and will stay at Real Madrid next season, the Spanish giants announced on Wednesday.