FC Barcelona forward Isaac Cuenca will continue his development with the European champions after penning a new deal to stay at Camp Nou until the summer of 2015.

AC Milan have added to their attacking options by bringing in striker Maxi López on loan from Calcio Catania, with the possibility of a permanent move at the end of the season.

"I am delighted to link up with Carlo Ancelotti again," said Alex after the centre-back signed for Paris Saint-Germain FC from Chelsea FC for a fee believed to be in the region of €5m.

"I have decided to enter a new chapter in my career and I do so with mixed emotions," said Germany striker Simone Laudehr after moving from FCR 2001 Duisburg to 1. FFC Frankfurt.

Turkey welcomes Europe's top referees and newcomers to the international list for UEFA's annual winter referees' courses next week – with UEFA EURO 2012 one of the key items on the agenda.

UEFA has attended an Italian Football Federation (FIGC) seminar on safety and security in football stadiums, giving valuable input on what is a priority topic for the European governing body.