Liverpool defender Joe Gomez is open to a summer move to Serie A as AC Milan prepare a formal proposal for the 28-year-old.
The England international has just one year remaining on his current contract at Anfield.
As the longest-serving player in the current squad, his potential departure would mark the end of an 11-year association with the Merseyside club.
Turkish side Besiktas are also reportedly monitoring the situation, though the Italian giants appear to be leading the pursuit.
Overcoming persistent injury struggles
The former Charlton Athletic prospect has seen much of his career disrupted by severe fitness issues.
He has been restricted to just six Premier League starts this season as his team battle to secure Champions League qualification.
Despite these setbacks, the versatile defender has remained a reliable and popular figure whenever called upon.
The Rossoneri previously attempted to secure his signature last summer, but the deal collapsed when Liverpool failed to acquire Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace.
Uncertainty surrounds Anfield defence
A potential exit for the veteran would further complicate an already uncertain defensive situation for the Premier League side.
Ibrahima Konate is approaching the end of his deal this summer with no extension agreed, while Virgil van Dijk is contracted until 2027.
Recent £26m acquisition Giovanni Leoni has spent the entire campaign sidelined with an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
Defensive reinforcements are arriving in the form of Jeremy Jacquet, who will link up with his new teammates this summer following a £55m January switch from Rennes.
Considering a fresh start
Speaking recently about his future, the defensive stalwart refused to commit to staying in England next season.
“I think anything can happen, I don’t know is the honest answer,” he admitted.
“I’ve only got a year left so I don’t know, but whatever is meant to be will be, I guess.”
“But I’m so grateful to have had this time here at this club. I’ll always be grateful to have had 11 years at a place like this.”
Across his lengthy spell on Merseyside, the versatile back-line operator has amassed 272 appearances and provided 12 assists, though he still awaits his first senior goal.
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen is competing in this weekend’s 24 Hours of Nurburgring as he looks to bounce back from a recent disqualification at the renowned German circuit.
The Dutchman has temporarily swapped his primary Red Bull machinery for a Mercedes-AMG GT3 to tackle one of Europe’s most prestigious endurance events.
He is sharing driving duties with team-mates Jules Gounon and Dani Juncadella under the Verstappen Racing banner.
Historic and hazardous circuit
The grueling race utilises the full 15.7-mile track, incorporating the infamous Nordschleife loop affectionately known as the ‘Green Hell’.
Formula 1 abandoned racing on this specific layout in 1976 due to severe safety concerns and logistical difficulties.
The legendary track was deemed far too dangerous following Niki Lauda’s near-fatal crash during that season.
The reigning world champion is highly experienced on the daunting circuit virtually, having completed thousands of laps on his home simulator prior to his real-world debut.
Recent rule breach
The elite driver’s real-life preparations for the 24-hour marathon have not been entirely smooth.
During a preparatory Nurburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) race in March, his team crossed the finish line more than a minute ahead of the field.
However, race officials subsequently disqualified the crew for a technical infringement regarding their equipment allocation.
The team utilised seven sets of tyres during the event, exceeding the strictly enforced limit of six.
The victory was ultimately awarded to Rowe Racing following the harsh penalty.
Safety concerns and criticism
The inherent dangers of the Nordschleife were starkly highlighted in April during a separate qualifying event.
A severe seven-car collision tragically claimed the life of Finnish driver Juha Miettinen.
The Red Bull star was participating in the same session but immediately withdrew following the fatal incident.
Following the tragedy, former Formula 1 race winner Juan Pablo Montoya publicly suggested that team management should intervene.
The Colombian veteran stated that Red Bull should have actively prevented their franchise driver from competing in such perilous conditions.
Former UFC champion Francis Ngannou knocked out Philipe Lins in the first round of their heavyweight clash in California on Saturday to extend his winning streak to eight mixed martial arts fights.
The 39-year-old landed a devastating left hook to the temple at four minutes and 31 seconds of the opening round at the Intuit Dome.
Co-headlining the inaugural MMA event hosted by Netflix and Most Valuable Promotions, the Cameroonian fighter looked as explosive as ever despite recent inactivity.
Following the swift victory, the formidable striker confidently declared himself the greatest heavyweight on the planet.
Jon Jones watches from ringside
“Period — I’m the f—ing best, period.”
– Francis Ngannou
Current UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones was in attendance to watch his long-time rival secure another impressive stoppage win.
A cross-promotional bout remains highly unlikely due to exclusive contracts, but the American gestured towards the cage and indicated on the broadcast that he wishes to leave the UFC.
Event promoter Jake Paul has also expressed interest in facing the former PFL star, having previously pursued a boxing exhibition against him last year.
Unrelenting power remains intact
This latest triumph marks the veteran’s first standing knockout in an MMA cage since 2021, showcasing the raw power that initially propelled him to global fame.
The renowned knockout artist previously stepped away from the octagon for two years to pursue high-profile boxing matches against Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.
Despite sitting out the entire 2025 calendar year while navigating a departure from the Professional Fighters League, the heavyweight titan showed no signs of ring rust.
Lins bravely absorbed the early exchanges, but the Brazilian was visibly overwhelmed after being spun around by a heavy leg kick and bloodied in the opening minutes.
Fully recovered from historical knee injuries, the victor continues to prove his status as one of combat sports’ most dangerous competitors.
Conor McGregor will end his five-year absence from mixed martial arts to face Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 329 on 11 July in Las Vegas.
The highly anticipated welterweight bout takes place at the T-Mobile Arena just three days before the Dubliner celebrates his 38th birthday.
It marks the first time the former dual-weight champion has competed since suffering a devastating leg break against Dustin Poirier in 2021.
A scheduled comeback against Michael Chandler was scrapped last year after the controversial star sustained a broken toe on short notice.
A rematch more than a decade in the making
The July showdown will serve as a compelling sequel 13 years after the pair first collided inside the Octagon.
The Irish phenomenon secured a unanimous decision victory over the Hawaiian during the early stages of their respective promotional tenures in 2013.
Since that initial encounter, his 34-year-old opponent went on to claim the featherweight championship and establish himself as a divisional great.
The respected veteran recently held the symbolic Baddest Motherf***** title before suffering a comprehensive defeat to Charles Oliveira in March.
Supporting cast and surrounding controversy
The Las Vegas card also features strong British interest in the lightweight co-main event.
Liverpool standout Paddy Pimblett is scheduled to test his skills against surging French contender Benoit Saint-Denis.
For the main event attraction, the return to competition comes amid ongoing legal scrutiny outside the cage.
A civil-court jury found the former featherweight and lightweight titleholder liable for sexual assault in 2024, an allegation he vehemently continues to deny.
Historic summer for the promotion
This blockbuster announcement follows plans for an unprecedented promotional spectacle earlier in the summer schedule.
The premier mixed martial arts organisation is set to host a fight card at the White House on 14 June to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell will undergo surgery on his left elbow on Tuesday but is expected to return to action later this season.
The two-time Cy Young Award winner requires the procedure to remove loose bodies from the joint.
His latest setback was discovered on Thursday, forcing the left-hander to be scratched from a scheduled start against the Los Angeles Angels.
This comes after a difficult season debut last weekend, where he conceded four earned runs in three innings having previously battled left shoulder fatigue.
Quicker recovery anticipated
Despite the surgical intervention, the reigning World Series champions remain optimistic about his prognosis.
“It’s going to be to take out those loose bodies, and it’s supposed to be a lot quicker recovery, so we’re encouraged about that.”
Manager Dave Roberts indicated that the 33-year-old might undergo a minimally invasive procedure similar to the one recently performed on Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal.
Skubal was able to resume light throwing activities just over a week after his operation earlier in the year.
“I think just with the MRI, the scans and everything, we feel good about getting back to play sooner than later.”
Mounting pitching concerns
The veteran pitcher missed the majority of the 2025 regular season due to previous shoulder issues, limiting him to just 11 starts.
However, he returned to form during the playoffs, securing a 3-2 postseason record as he helped guide the franchise to a second consecutive championship.
This latest medical setback adds to a growing list of pitching absences for the Dodgers.
Closer Edwin Diaz underwent a similar elbow operation in April, while starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow is currently sidelined with back spasms.
Buffalo Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon was sensationally pulled midway through the first period of Game 6 against the Montreal Canadiens after conceding three goals on just three shots.
The starting netminder was replaced by Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen barely 10 minutes into the opening frame of the elimination match on Saturday night.
Head coach Lindy Ruff had kept his selection a tightly guarded secret following the team’s morning skate.
The swift change was ultimately prompted after Jake Evans extended the visitors’ advantage to 3-1 with his second goal of the postseason.
Frantic first period
The Eastern Conference semifinal tie had actually started perfectly for the hosts when Rasmus Dahlin fired them ahead merely 32 seconds after the puck drop.
However, the Canadian outfit responded ruthlessly with quickfire strikes from Ivan Demidov and Arber Xhekaj.
Following the goaltending substitution, Jason Zucker immediately reduced the deficit to 3-2 with a crucial power-play conversion.
Goaltending woes continue
This quick hook followed a similarly difficult outing for the primary shot-stopper in Game 5.
During that 6-3 defeat, he allowed five goals before eventually making way for his Finnish deputy.
Prior to this high-pressure fixture, the ousted starter boasted a solid 2.25 goals-against average and a .917 save percentage during the playoffs.
In contrast, Luukkonen entered the contest with less convincing post-season statistics, holding a 4.20 average across four previous appearances.
Four-time Most Valuable Player Aaron Rodgers has agreed a new one-year contract worth up to $25m (£19.7m) to remain with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The veteran quarterback is expected to earn a base salary of around $22m, supplemented by performance-based incentives.
He has already arrived in Pennsylvania and will report to the team’s voluntary organised team activities (OTAs) on Monday.
Reunion with familiar face McCarthy
The decision secures a reunion with newly appointed Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy, who replaced Mike Tomlin earlier this year.
The pair previously spent 13 highly successful seasons together at the Green Bay Packers, establishing a formidable partnership in the NFC North.
“I don’t see why you wouldn’t [want him back],” McCarthy noted at his introductory press conference.
“I was able to sit back and watch the games, watched most of the Pittsburgh games on TV, and I thought he was a great asset for the team.”
U-turn on retirement plans
This impending agreement follows weeks of procedural manoeuvring, with the franchise placing an unrestricted free agent tender on the 42-year-old to protect their compensatory draft picks.
Pittsburgh also moved to reinforce their depth under centre by selecting Penn State prospect Drew Allar in the third round of the recent NFL Draft.
The future Hall of Famer had previously indicated that his initial 2025 campaign with the Steelers would likely be his final year in professional football.
“I played 20 fricking years, it’s been a long run and no better place to finish than in one of the cornerstone franchises of the NFL,” Rodgers stated last summer.
However, despite turning 43 in December, the prolific signal-caller revealed late last season that his body felt remarkably youthful, eventually prompting this latest contract extension.
Napoleon Solo held off a late challenge from Iron Honor to win the Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park, securing his first victory of the year in the middle jewel of the Triple Crown.
The 7-1 shot took the lead near the top of the stretch and finished one and a quarter lengths ahead of the runner-up.
Chip Honcho secured third place in a wide-open field of 14 contenders.
Derby winner absence creates historic odds
With Kentucky Derby champion Golden Tempo held out of the race, the betting market was left unusually fractured.
Unbeaten colt Taj Mahal started as the 9-2 favourite, representing the longest odds for a top choice since the race moved to its current distance in 1925.
Trainer Brittany Russell’s highly fancied entrant broke quickly to lead the first quarter-mile in 22.66 seconds before fading in the crucial closing stages.
Morning line favourite Iron Honor also saw his odds drift to an 8-1 shot by the time the horses entered the starting gate.
A subdued atmosphere away from Pimlico
This year’s prestigious event was temporarily relocated to Maryland’s Laurel Park while its traditional home at Pimlico undergoes extensive rebuilding work.
Known historically for its rowdy infield crowds and live music, the latest edition featured a significantly more subdued atmosphere.
Organisers capped attendance at just 4,800 spectators, providing a stark contrast to the usual throngs of racing enthusiasts.