Dinamo Zagreb plans to exercise its purchase option for Algerian midfielder Ismael Bennacer from AC Milan after strong performances since his summer loan move. The Croatian club pays 25 percent of his 3.8 million euro annual salary and can buy him permanently for 9 million euros before the loan ends next summer.
Croatian media outlet Sportvijesti reports that Bennacer demonstrated exceptional quality despite not being fully fit. His composure and field vision match technical standards rarely seen at Dinamo in recent years. The team's form dropped noticeably after his 69th-minute substitution against Osijek.
Club president Zvonomir Boban brought Bennacer to Milan from Empoli in 2019 and may leverage that connection to finalize the...
Wayne Rooney says Jude Bellingham must feature in England's squad for the 2026 World Cup despite his recent absence from national team duties. The Real Madrid midfielder missed the latest international camp after undergoing shoulder surgery over the summer left him unable to meet fitness requirements under coach Thomas Tuchel.
Rooney told British media outlets that discussions about Bellingham's World Cup status make no sense given his match-winning capabilities. The former England captain emphasized that teams need players who create special moments and deliver results when necessary.
Bellingham has returned to strong performances for his Spanish club in recent weeks. The young midfielder should rejoin England's roster for the next...
Barcelona goalkeeper Juan Garcia shows positive recovery progress from left knee surgery performed after doctors discovered a torn internal meniscus. The club announced the injury on September 26 and completed the operation successfully before starting his rehabilitation program.
Spanish publication Mundo Deportivo reports Garcia could potentially play against Elche on Sunday in the eleventh round of La Liga. Medical staff will assess his condition on Wednesday to decide if he can rejoin team training sessions.
Barcelona faces absences from Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Raphinha, Gavi, Dani Olmo, and Andreas Christensen. Robert Lewandowski returned to action after completing his injury recovery process.
Juventus targets Zinedine Zidane as head coach after firing Igor Tudor following eight straight matches without victory. Club officials believe the Frenchman can restore championship success to the Italian side based on his track record at Real Madrid.
Zidane played for Juventus in the late 1990s before transferring to Spain, making his potential return significant for supporters. He won three consecutive Champions League titles while managing Madrid and remains the top candidate despite complex negotiations.
The club views his appointment as transformative for both domestic and European competitions. Management relies on his experience to guide the team's rebuilding efforts after recent poor results ended Tudor's tenure.
Manchester United is targeting Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga as the English club works to rebuild its roster. The Spanish team values the French player at a minimum of 80 million euros and will reject any proposal below that threshold.
Camavinga joined Madrid in 2021 and holds a contract through 2029. The club views him as essential to future plans despite his inconsistent recent form. United considers the 22-year-old a top target to anchor its midfield operations.
The transfer faces obstacles because Madrid has no financial pressure to sell. Success depends on whether United can present an appealing sporting vision to both the player and his current employers.
Kenya ranks behind Tanzania in economic diversity in East Africa, as the nation continues to rely on raw material exports rather than manufactured goods, according to a 2025 African Union report. The country scores below the continental average in trade sophistication, limiting job creation and industrial development that could reduce poverty levels.
Tanzania leads the East African Community with a diversification score of 0.4457, while Kenya trails with a weaker manufacturing export performance compared to its import volumes. The regional bloc scores 0.3920 in diversification, compared with an African average of 0.4072, with raw materials accounting for roughly 68 percent of exports.
The report recommends strengthening regional...
Kenya will impose higher taxes on furniture imports as the government pushes manufacturers to use domestic materials and labor. President William Ruto said on Monday that purchasers of foreign beds, tables and doors will face steep financial penalties under the new policy.
Ruto spoke at a technical college in Nakuru County and questioned why citizens buy basic household items from other nations when local workers possess manufacturing skills. The administration wants to establish a complete production system using timber harvested within the country. Cabinet officials received instructions to end furniture purchases from China and Europe.
Government statistics show furniture imports climbed to 8.69 billion shillings in the nine months...
Kenya will provide motorists with a toll-free route alongside a new expressway from Rironi to Mau Summit, charging 8 shillings per kilometer. Authorities selected China Road and Bridge Corporation and the National Social Security Fund to construct the 175-kilometer highway linking Nairobi to the western regions of the country.
The existing A8 road will remain accessible without fees after the expressway opens in 2028. The parallel route connecting Nairobi via Maai Mahiu to Naivasha will be upgraded to dual-carriageway status while remaining free for drivers.
The 180-billion-shilling project operates under a 30-year agreement with private investors, who absorb revenue shortfalls rather than taxpayers. Passenger vehicles face an annual...
Kenya's president praised Nairobi United after the club became the first team from the country to advance to the CAF Confederation Cup group stage. The squad defeated Tunisian club Étoile Sportive du Sahel 7-6 in a penalty shootout on Sunday following a 2-2 aggregate score. Goalkeeper Brian Bwire stopped one penalty kick to secure the victory for the Mozzart Bet Cup champions in their continental debut.
President William Ruto said on Monday that the achievement demonstrated resilience and teamwork. The club will receive 51 million shillings for reaching the group stage. Officials expect to hold the draw for the next round later this week with 16 teams competing.
Ruto called the win a significant moment for football in the nation. He...
