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A creased contract in hand becomes the symbol of Milan’s failure to match their promises amid Chelsea’s looming offer.
A paused stopwatch in Alonso’s grip frames the urgency of building legacy before the clock expires.
A folded Brentford jersey in Frank’s hand becomes a quiet symbol of loyalty exchanged for uncertainty.
A child’s note and folded offer capture how Arne Slot chose home over headline — Tottenham’s loss by design.

Maignan crisis: Will he stay at Milan or move to Chelsea?

AC Milan will sit down with Mike Maignan for the final time this week. With Chelsea having submitted two official bids, the star goalkeeper is approaching a decision.

A sealed envelope on a locker bench becomes a symbol of modern football’s tension between reward and restraint.

Casemiro set for major pay rise if United win Europa League

A torn “Phase II” folder and half-erased tactics board frame Ten Hag not as a builder — but a steward.

Erik ten Hag close to Bayer Leverkusen job as Alonso exit nears

A dislodged tactics board captures the pause between loyalty and legacy as Alonso weighs his future.

Leverkusen want clarity as Real Madrid close in on Xabi Alonso