Major boost for Brighton and Aston Villa target and Man City issue transfer statementBrighton and Aston Villa target Hellas Verona’s Diego Coppola. The 21-year-old Italian defender impressed in Serie A, earning a national team call-up. Brighton leads the race for Coppola despite interest from Juventus. Meanwhile, Man City chairman admits transfer shortcomings, and Amad Diallo addresses a controversial gesture. Mary Earps retires from international football, shocking England manager Sarina Wiegman.