Former Liverpool forward Fabio Borini retires aged 35 as Juventus suffer Thuram injury blow

Fabio Borini officially hangs up his boots aged 35

On the evening of 7 October 2026, forward Fabio Borini officially announced his retirement from football at the age of 35, immediately following the expiration of his contract with Salford City. Bringing the curtain down on an illustrious career featuring 441 appearances and 163 goal contributions, the former Roma and AC Milan star once commanded a then-record €13.3 million fee from Liverpool, and was part of the Italy squad that finished as Euro 2012 runners-up.

Juventus step up pursuit of starlets Bakola and Palmisani

Juventus have immediately launched a recruitment drive for top young talent, focusing their efforts on securing a double deal for Darryl Bakola and Lorenzo Palmisani. The Bianconeri are accelerating talks to sign Sassuolo's 18-year-old midfielder Bakola in a €30 million deal ahead of the January 2027 transfer window. Simultaneously, Juventus are closing in on Frosinone's 22-year-old goalkeeper Palmisani for €15 million, with plans to secure a permanent transfer before immediately sending him back out on loan.

Juventus hit by major blow as Khephren Thuram ruled out for rest of 2026

Juventus have been dealt a massive blow as summer signing Khephren Thuram has travelled to France for rehabilitation following knee meniscus surgery, ruling him out of action for the remainder of 2026. To make matters worse, their squad crisis has deepened with teenage talent Kerim Alajbegovic undergoing urgent medical assessments after suffering severe thigh cramps while on international duty.