MANCHESTER (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Manchester United continues to monitor the situation regarding Gianluigi Donnarumma. The Paris Saint-Germain and Italian national team goalkeeper, according to TEAMtalk, is highly regarded by the Red Devils’ top brass. The 26-year-old, naturally attracted by the advances of the English club, has a contract expiring in 2026 and so far there has been no agreement on an extension. A loan deal could also be an option, although the easiest way to secure Donnarumma would be through the departure of André Onana, with a subsequent focus on the Italian goalkeeper. But as things stand, this scenario has not materialized because United have not yet managed to find a buyer.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – “The team is doing well mentally, and then we’ll see what the transfer market brings in the coming weeks. We’re building a project and a solid Juventus, we need to get back fighting to win.”

Juventus defender Gleison Bremer, who has just returned to Tudor‘s side after a long absence due to a torn cruciate ligament in his left knee, said this in an interview with ‘La Gazzetta dello Sport’.

As for next season, the 28-year-old Brazilian predicts “a battle between the usual four: Napoli is the favorite because they won the last scudetto and have strengthened their position on the transfer market, Inter remains a very good team. And then there’s Milan, who have Allegri and only the league. And obviously there’s also Juventus. I’m convinced that we’ll return to the top quickly, we all think so. Yildiz is different from last year, he’s improved a lot and is a different player: he’s a bit like our Yamal, and all of us in the team must put him in a position to express himself at his best. And Gatti has become a leader. The foundations are good,” assures the former Torino player.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – An investigation is underway after two KM Malta Airlines cabin crew members were permitted to operate a flight to and from Italy despite failing a pre-flight drug and alcohol screening.

The incident occurred on April 16 ahead of a Malta-Milan-Rome-Malta flight. Despite the positive results, both crew members—a man and a woman—were cleared to fly and instructed to undergo a second test at St James Hospital after returning to Malta. The flight’s captain was reportedly not informed of the failed test and was instead told the crew was fit for duty.

The issue was not immediately reported to Transport Malta. It only came to light after internal pressure, prompting the airline’s management to notify the authority. Transport Malta has since launched an investigation, though it has yet to publicly respond to multiple queries.

The Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) later confirmed the breach to its members and advised them to avoid further testing until company policies were revised. This directive was lifted after ALPA received certain assurances from KM Malta Airlines.

Aviation experts have warned that discontinuing random tests violates European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regulations, which mandate strict drug and alcohol testing protocols for airline crew. It remains unclear whether any disciplinary actions have been taken, and no one from senior airline management has accepted responsibility for the breach.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta Police have pledged to take “all necessary measures” to ensure safety during Tuesday’s UEFA Europa League qualifier between Ħamrun Spartans and Maccabi Tel Aviv, amid mounting pressure from activist groups and the Palestinian ambassador.

Security forces will increase presence at Ta’ Qali National Stadium and take action against offensive chants or disruptions. Authorities also confirmed they will enforce international arrest warrants if needed and may consider further restrictions should public order be at risk.

The match has triggered strong opposition from Maltese civil society, including Ġustizzja għall-Palestina, Watermelon Warriors, and Palestinian advocacy groups. They argue that hosting the Israeli team, while Israel faces accusations of genocide at the International Court of Justice, sends a dangerous message of impunity.

In an open letter, the groups criticized UEFA’s continued accommodation of Israeli clubs without scrutiny. They pointed to past violent incidents involving Maccabi fans in Amsterdam and Athens and condemned UEFA’s “selective enforcement” of political symbolism in football.

Palestinian Ambassador to Malta Fadi Hanania added his voice, calling for “a moment of moral clarity.” He urged European football bodies to stop allowing sport to whitewash violations of international law and highlighted the destruction of Palestinian sports infrastructure in Gaza, where over 300 athletes have reportedly been killed.

“It’s not just about one match,” the activists insisted, “but about a pattern of complicity.”

The match is scheduled to proceed Tuesday evening at Ta’ Qali, though it remains unclear how many Maccabi fans will attend.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – Lionel Messi sustained an upper right thigh injury in the 11th minute of Inter Miami’s match against Mexican club Necaxa, which took place on the Italian night in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Early in the second-round match of the Leagues Cup group stage, a competition between Major League Soccer teams and Mexican clubs, the 38-year-old Argentine star collided with opposing defender Alexis Pena.

Moments later, Messi sat on the ground before receiving treatment. Unable to continue the match, he was substituted in the 11th minute and headed to the locker room alone. “He felt some discomfort. But we won’t know until tomorrow (today, ed.) how serious his injury is,” Miami coach Javier Mascherano said after his team’s 5-4 victory on penalties (2-2 after regulation time). “There’s probably something wrong. Maybe not too serious, because he wasn’t really in pain. But he felt a bit of pain,” added Messi’s former Barcelona teammate.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – Barring any last-minute surprises, Timothy Weah will be Olympique Marseille’s sixth signing. According to today’s L’Equipe, Olympique Marseille and Juventus have reached an agreement in the last few hours on the final terms of the loan with an option to buy, which has been discussed for several weeks. Some details regarding the 25-year-old midfielder’s salary remain to be finalized, and he is expected to sign immediately with Marseille, coached by Italian Roberto De Zerbi. With a contract with the Bianconeri expiring in 2028, the American international made 30 Serie A appearances last year, scoring five goals and providing three assists.

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NYON (SWITZERLAND) (ITALPRESS) – UEFA’s Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Committee, following the Champions League final last May 31st between PSG and Inter, has imposed sanctions on the Parisian club. The French club was fined €100,000 and banned from selling tickets to their visiting fans for a UEFA competition match. This ban, however, is suspended for a probationary period of two years from the date of this decision. The reason is due to the behavior of the fans, who violated several rules.

In addition to the €100,000 fine, the club will also have to pay €30,000 for throwing objects, €10,000 for transmitting messages inappropriate for a sporting event and for discrediting UEFA, and a further €8,000 for damages.

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MUNICH (GERMANY) (ITALPRESS) – Aleksandar Pavlovic’s season has begun with a serious injury. Bayern Munich announced that the German midfielder, in yesterday’s training session, suffered a fractured eye socket and has already undergone surgery, which was a complete success. The Bavarian club refers to “a period of inactivity” without giving any details on his recovery time.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – “The registrations are progressing well. It’s better to work on the pitch and not just sell off. We’re doing what we have to do and we’re confident we can do everything.” This is what Barcelona president Joan Laporta said about the situation surrounding the registrations of new signings, especially Joan García: “His registration isn’t dependent on Ter Stegen’s absence. What’s happening is that Ter Stegen’s absence, which is a significant one, is the most direct way to complete the registration,” the Blaugrana leader added.

Laporta then spoke about the transfer market: “We’ve strengthened the squad and hope that next season will bring us success and a lot of joy. And above all, unforgettable moments for the Barça fans. In every competition we participate in, we’ll fight to win.”

Finally, on the Asian tour: “We are very satisfied. The reception in both Japan and Korea is incredible. Seeing the enthusiasm with which the fans and fan clubs welcome Barça is wonderful; it demonstrates the global nature of our club. We are very grateful. The last match on our YouTube channel had 15.4 million views, the second most viewed on our channel in history,” he explained.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta has officially conveyed its intention to recognize the State of Palestine. The message was delivered during a UN conference in New York on Friday. Christopher Cutajar, Permanent Secretary at the Foreign Ministry, made the announcement. He spoke at the High-Level Conference on the Two-State Solution.

Malta joined 14 other nations backing recognition of Palestinian statehood. The countries urged broader recognition and normalized relations with Israel. They called for a regional security framework including both states. This development follows Prime Minister Robert Abela’s announcement on Thursday.

He said Malta will formalize recognition at the UN General Assembly in September. The Maltese Parliament also debated the issue in a dedicated session. Parliament discussed Gaza’s worsening humanitarian crisis during the debate.

Aid groups estimate 500 truckloads of supplies are needed daily in Gaza. Prime Minister Abela stressed the need for international action and a ceasefire.
Abela said the move was coordinated with France and the UK. He called recognition a moral and strategic step toward peace.

“No one should die from hunger, poverty, or fear,” he said. He also demanded the immediate release of all Israeli hostages. Abela said Malta’s action aims to support a two-state solution.

Opposition Leader Bernard Grech welcomed the decision but criticized the delay.
He recalled that recognition had originally been promised in June. “Every day we wait, more lives are lost,” Grech told Parliament.

He called for immediate recognition instead of waiting for September. Abela defended the timeline, citing international coordination for greater impact.
Malta’s recognition of Palestine is expected during the UN Assembly in September. It marks a clear shift in the country’s foreign policy stance on the conflict.

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