Juventus clinches Alaj signing as FIFA faces UEFA confidence vote
Juventus completed the acquisition of Bosnian midfielder Kerim Alaj from Bayer, while FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell a World Cup stake prompted UEFA to call for a confidence vote.
Juventus announced the signing of Bosnian star Kerim Alaj from Bayer, a €35 million transfer that binds him to the club until 2031, and are negotiating a permanent move for Kolo from PSG ahead of the pre-season tour. In parallel, FIFA President Gianni Infantino withdrew his plan to sell a 20% stake in the World Cup to private investors, a reversal that prompted UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin to withdraw support and trigger a vote of no confidence in Infantino’s leadership.
The roundup also noted Inter’s dramatic penalty shoot-out win over Manchester City, highlighted the dedication of San Siro’s Curva Sud to the late Franco Baresi, and listed several Serie A transfer targets and managerial updates, including talks involving Mourinho and potential moves for Argentine talent. The article wrapped up with mentions of upcoming funerals, fan tributes, and ongoing negotiations involving clubs such as Fiorentina and Cagliari.
Why it matters
Key transfers reshape Juventus, while Infantino’s policy shift could alter FIFA’s governance and World Cup financing.
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