It was a busy Tuesday for managerial moves throughout Europe, while the latest Brazilian sensation appears set to head to Spain in a blockbuster transfer.
Recently crowned La Liga champions Real Madrid has officially landed 16-year-old Brazilian wonderkid Vinicius Junior from Flamengo for a reported 46 million Euros, beating out Barcelona for his services. (REPORT)
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After four years, Ernesto Valverde will step down as Athletic Bilbao’s manager with strong speculation that his next destination is Spanish giant, Barcelona. (REPORT)
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Sam Allardyce has left Crystal Palace less than a year into his two-and-a-half year contract, hinting at retirement. (REPORT)
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Atletico Madrid midfielder Koke has signed a seven-year extension with the Colchoneros, keeping him in Madrid until 2024. (REPORT)
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Former Chile manager Marcelo Bielsa is Lille’s new boss after signing a two-year contract with the Ligue 1 side. (REPORT)
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34-year-old striker Jermaine Defoe is set to join Bournemouth on a free transfer after Sunderland’s relegation from England’s top flight. (REPORT)
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Swansea City looks to retain midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson despite heavy interest from Everton and the Icelandic’s former club Tottenham. (REPORT)