Bologna have announced the departure of head coach Domenico Tedesco, the former manager of Spartak Moscow.

Tedesco’s replacement is Raffaele Palladino, who previously led Atalanta. Palladino has signed a contract with Bologna running until the middle of 2029.

Bologna have made a poor start to the new Serie A campaign, collecting only one point from their opening four matches. They are currently 16th in the league table.

The Rossoblu’s next league fixture is at home against Torino on 19 September.

Milan forward Goncalo Ramos has spoken about meeting former club striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who now works within the club’s structure.

The 25-year-old Portugal international joined Milan from French club Paris Saint-Germain last summer in a deal worth 74m euros. Ramos signed a long-term contract with the Rossoneri, keeping him at the club until the end of June 2031.

Bologna are considering Raffaele Palladino as their next head coach, with the Italian expected to replace Domenico Tedesco, according to football insider Nicolo Schira on social media.

Palladino must first complete the formal termination of his cooperation with Atalanta before he can take charge of Bologna.

If the agreement is finalised, Palladino is set to sign a contract running until 2028, with an option to extend it for a further season.

The 41-year-old would succeed Tedesco, who previously managed Spartak Moscow, in the Bologna dugout.

Bologna have made a difficult start to the Serie A season. After four matches, they have collected only one point and are 16th in the table.

Bologna have decided to part company with head coach Domenico Tedesco, according to football journalist Fabrizio Romano.

The Italian club have already agreed a deal for Raffaele Palladino to take charge, Romano reports.

Tedesco was appointed Bologna manager in June 2026 and signed a contract running until the summer of 2028, with the option of extending it for a further season.

However, the 41-year-old has overseen a poor start to the Italian championship. Bologna have lost three of their opening four matches.

Tedesco previously worked in Russia, where he managed Spartak Moscow.

Domenico Tedesco is reportedly set to leave Bologna after a difficult opening to the 2026-27 Serie A season.

Bologna have failed to win any of their first four league matches under the 41-year-old, recording three defeats and one draw. They sit 16th in the table and have scored only two goals.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the club are now preparing to sack Tedesco and have agreed to appoint Raffaele Palladino as his replacement.

Palladino was most recently in charge of Atalanta and is expected to take over as Bologna look to recover from their poor start.

Tedesco would become the second managerial departure in Serie A this season. Fabio Grosso was the first coach to lose his job, being dismissed by Fiorentina after only three league games.

Bologna’s struggles have been underlined by their lack of goals, with their two-goal total contributing to a run which has left them just above the bottom three.

The club’s decision to turn to Palladino comes after four matches without a victory and with pressure mounting on Tedesco.

Inter plan to offer Hakan Calhanoglu a new contract on lower wages, with talks over the midfielder’s future continuing without urgency.

According to Goal, citing Tuttosport, the issue of Calhanoglu’s frequent muscle injuries has already been raised during negotiations. At the next round of discussions, the Nerazzurri are expected to propose a salary below his current €6.5m net per year.

The Milan club are considering a deal structured as either one year with the option of a further year, or a straightforward two-year contract.

Calhanoglu’s existing agreement with Inter runs until the end of the 2026/27 season. He has made 216 appearances for the club, scoring 52 goals and providing 39 assists.

Milan head coach Ruben Amorim says he had not originally planned to return to management and had intended to take a break before agreeing to lead the club.

Amorim revealed his plans at a news conference ahead of Milan’s Europa League meeting with Benfica.

The match will take place on 16 September. Amorim has previously spoken about his ambition to win the Europa League.

Robin Gosens has taken a swipe at former club Fiorentina, suggesting his departure from the Italian side was not entirely his choice.

“Fiorentina changed coach, but I was left out,” Gosens said, implying that the decision to end their relationship was forced rather than mutually agreed.

The Germany international now plays for Schalke.

Internazionale have made a perfect start to their 2026/27 Serie A campaign, winning all four matches and continuing the momentum from the previous season.

They sit second only because Roma have also won their opening four games while conceding just one goal. Under Cristian Chivu, Inter’s performances have been marked by a fluency that suggests every part of the squad understands its role.

That cohesion has been achieved despite a number of senior players being close to, or already beyond, 30. Chivu has combined that experience with promising young talent, and the balance appears to be working. The established players remain in the team because of their performances rather than sentiment, with the squad still showing a clear desire to succeed.

One example is Hakan Calhanoglu. Now 32, the midfielder has become a central figure for Inter, who are prepared to offer him a new contract.

“Calhanoglu is enjoying a rebirth at Inter,” said Matteo Caccia, Italian editor of Flashscore. “After a forgettable spell on the other side of Milan with AC Milan, the Turkish midfielder has taken control of the nerazzurri midfield, delivering consistently strong performances in a completely new role for him: that of a deep-lying midfielder in front of the defence.”

Caccia added that the position had not limited Calhanoglu’s attacking influence.

“The role does not prevent him from pushing forward and finding the net, thanks to his superb right foot, which remains a constant threat from the edge of the box. For Inter, Calhanoglu is also the undisputed first-choice penalty taker and a key player in midfield.

“Despite the area having been strengthened by the arrival of Curtis Jones and, before him, Piotr Zielinski, Inter simply cannot afford to lose a player like ‘Calha’ (as Inter fans call him): composed and precise in the build-up, yet lethal whenever he is given even a little space in attacking positions.”

The arrivals of Jones and John Stones have added strength in central areas and increased Chivu’s options for rotation. With another demanding season ahead, Inter will need every member of the squad to contribute, whether starting or coming off the bench.

Captain and talisman Lautaro Martinez remains central to that identity. Although he was recently targeted by FC Barcelona, the Argentina international is still at San Siro and appears committed to staying.

“There is no reason to believe he (Lautaro) will leave Inter,” Caccia said. “As he has said himself, Inter is his home and he ‘would stay forever. As long as they want me and I can be useful to this team, I will stay here.’”

Caccia described Martinez as a leader on and off the pitch, highlighting his goals, work rate, teamwork and determination. He added that, while Barcelona’s interest was understandable, Martinez’s ambition was to win major honours with Inter.

The club are also developing young Italian players including Pio Esposito, Matteo Lavelli, Mattia Mosconi and Thomas Berenbruch, who could form the foundation of future teams.

After their Champions League final defeat by Paris Saint-Germain, Inter have responded strongly. Federico Dimarco is another long-term figure expected to sign a new contract, having set the record for most assists in a single Serie A season in 2025/26.

The 26/27 campaign is still in its early stages, but Inter’s form suggests further silverware remains a realistic expectation.

Internazionale have made a perfect start to their 2026/27 Serie A campaign, winning all four matches and continuing the momentum from the previous season.

They sit second only because Roma have also won their opening four games while conceding just one goal. Under Cristian Chivu, Inter’s performances have been marked by a fluency that suggests every part of the squad understands its role.

That cohesion has been achieved despite a number of senior players being close to, or already beyond, 30. Chivu has combined that experience with promising young talent, and the balance appears to be working. The established players remain in the team because of their performances rather than sentiment, with the squad still showing a clear desire to succeed.

One example is Hakan Calhanoglu. Now 32, the midfielder has become a central figure for Inter, who are prepared to offer him a new contract.

“Calhanoglu is enjoying a rebirth at Inter,” said Matteo Caccia, Italian editor of Flashscore. “After a forgettable spell on the other side of Milan with AC Milan, the Turkish midfielder has taken control of the nerazzurri midfield, delivering consistently strong performances in a completely new role for him: that of a deep-lying midfielder in front of the defence.”

Caccia added that the position had not limited Calhanoglu’s attacking influence.

“The role does not prevent him from pushing forward and finding the net, thanks to his superb right foot, which remains a constant threat from the edge of the box. For Inter, Calhanoglu is also the undisputed first-choice penalty taker and a key player in midfield.

“Despite the area having been strengthened by the arrival of Curtis Jones and, before him, Piotr Zielinski, Inter simply cannot afford to lose a player like ‘Calha’ (as Inter fans call him): composed and precise in the build-up, yet lethal whenever he is given even a little space in attacking positions.”

The arrivals of Jones and John Stones have added strength in central areas and increased Chivu’s options for rotation. With another demanding season ahead, Inter will need every member of the squad to contribute, whether starting or coming off the bench.

Captain and talisman Lautaro Martinez remains central to that identity. Although he was recently targeted by FC Barcelona, the Argentina international is still at San Siro and appears committed to staying.

“There is no reason to believe he (Lautaro) will leave Inter,” Caccia said. “As he has said himself, Inter is his home and he ‘would stay forever. As long as they want me and I can be useful to this team, I will stay here.’”

Caccia described Martinez as a leader on and off the pitch, highlighting his goals, work rate, teamwork and determination. He added that, while Barcelona’s interest was understandable, Martinez’s ambition was to win major honours with Inter.

The club are also developing young Italian players including Pio Esposito, Matteo Lavelli, Mattia Mosconi and Thomas Berenbruch, who could form the foundation of future teams.

After their Champions League final defeat by Paris Saint-Germain, Inter have responded strongly. Federico Dimarco is another long-term figure expected to sign a new contract, having set the record for most assists in a single Serie A season in 2025/26.

The 26/27 campaign is still in its early stages, but Inter’s form suggests further silverware remains a realistic expectation.

Bologna’s directors have held talks with manager Domenico Tedesco over the club’s poor start to the Serie A season.

The meeting took place on Tuesday lunchtime, with the club’s leadership expressing serious concern about both the team’s results and the quality of its performances.

Bologna have collected only one point and are 16th in the Serie A table.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Tedesco does not intend to resign. However, Bologna could decide to dismiss him before their next match against Torino on 19 September.

Should Tedesco leave, Bologna’s potential replacements are Stefano Pioli, Raffaele Palladino and Roberto D’Aversa.

Tedesco managed Spartak from 2019 to 2021.

Bologna’s directors have held talks with manager Domenico Tedesco over the club’s poor start to the Serie A season.

The meeting took place on Tuesday lunchtime, with the club’s leadership expressing serious concern about both the team’s results and the quality of its performances.

Bologna have collected only one point and are 16th in the Serie A table.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Tedesco does not intend to resign. However, Bologna could decide to dismiss him before their next match against Torino on 19 September.

Should Tedesco leave, Bologna’s potential replacements are Stefano Pioli, Raffaele Palladino and Roberto D’Aversa.

Tedesco managed Spartak from 2019 to 2021.

Bologna’s directors have held talks with manager Domenico Tedesco over the club’s poor start to the Serie A season.

The meeting took place on Tuesday lunchtime, with the club’s leadership expressing serious concern about both the team’s results and the quality of its performances.

Bologna have collected only one point and are 16th in the Serie A table.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Tedesco does not intend to resign. However, Bologna could decide to dismiss him before their next match against Torino on 19 September.

Should Tedesco leave, Bologna’s potential replacements are Stefano Pioli, Raffaele Palladino and Roberto D’Aversa.

Tedesco managed Spartak from 2019 to 2021.

Milan head coach Ruben Amorim says he is not concerned by the criticism he has received during his time in charge.

“I will do everything my own way,” Amorim said, responding to questions about the scrutiny surrounding his work.

Milan are sixth in the Italian championship after four rounds, with Amorim’s side having collected eight points from two wins and two draws.

Milan manager Ruben Amorim has spoken about meeting Zlatan Ibrahimovic, an adviser to the club’s owners, describing the encounter as a “short but wonderful visit”.

Amorim’s side return to action on Wednesday, 16 September, when they host Benfica in the Europa League.

Milan currently sit sixth in the Serie A table.

Ruben Amorim says Luka Modric understood the decision to replace him at half-time during AC Milan’s 2-2 draw with Lazio and did not view it as a personal matter.

The 41-year-old midfielder was taken off at the interval in the Italian league match. After the game, Amorim said Modric was not suited to the demands of that particular contest.

“Modric understands everything – he did not take it personally,” said the AC Milan manager when asked how the experienced player had reacted to the early substitution.

The match between Lazio and AC Milan ended 2-2.

Hakan Calhanoglu was absent as Inter came from behind to beat Udinese 5-3 at home in Serie A because of a muscle injury, according to insider Nicolo Schira.

The Turkey midfielder did not feature for the Nerazzurri in the match and is due to undergo a medical examination in the coming days. The assessment will determine the extent of the injury and his condition.

Calhanoglu, 32, has made three appearances in Serie A this season and has scored two goals.

Inter have collected 12 points and sit second in the Serie A table.

Inter head coach Christian Chivu has commented on his side’s 5-3 win against Udinese in the fourth round of the Italian championship.

The result means Inter have taken 12 points from their opening four matches.

Chivu’s team will return to action away from home against Roma on 19 September.

Former Dynamo midfielder Sebastian Szymanski has attracted interest from Napoli and Como while continuing his career with French club Rennes.

According to transfer insider Ekrem Konur, the two Serie A sides are monitoring the 27-year-old Poland international. Szymanski’s estimated transfer value is €12m.

The midfielder remains under contract with Rennes until the end of June 2029.

Szymanski has made four appearances in the current French championship season, scoring one goal and providing one assist.

He joined Dynamo in 2019 and spent four years with the Moscow club before leaving in 2023.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has returned to AC Milan’s Milanello training ground after an absence of six months, ending a period in which he had kept away from the club’s base.

The former Sweden international was last seen at Milanello in the spring, when he held serious talks with the club’s then-manager Massimiliano Allegri. Allegri was dismissed at the end of May, while Ibrahimovic remained at AC Milan despite questions over whether the conversation could lead to the Swede leaving the club.

Those doubts have now been put to rest, according to derbyderbyderby.it, with Ibrahimovic’s visit marking the beginning of a new chapter.

He has resumed close observation of the first team’s work, watching a training session from the side of the pitch. His presence at Milanello did not go unnoticed and could point to important changes in the way his role is developing within the Rossoneri project.