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      Man Utd ‘joined by Liverpool in transfer race to sign little-known wonderkid with huge £342m release clause’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will face competition for the services of Mikayil Faye, it’s been claimed.The Red Devils are said to be hot on the heels of the Barcelona B wonderkid, who has been a revelation in his first season with the Catalans.Barcelona’s Mikayil Faye is reportedly on the radar of Manchester UnitedCredit: GETTYThey’ll reportedly face competition for his services from bitter rivals LiverpoolCredit: RexBut the Premier League big boys could face a battle for his signature with bitter rivals Liverpool.That’s according to Mundo Deportivo, who claim the Merseysiders are also trying to “acquire” the 19-year-old this summer.Bayern Munich, Lille, Monaco and Nice are also said to be interested in luring the centre-back away from Barca’s youth team.The immense interest in Faye recently prompted his agents to hold showdown talks with Barca’s sporting director, former Chelsea midfielder Deco.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDeco is said to have informed them that Faye is part of their future plans and that they hope to have him train and play in the first team during pre-season.It’s also claimed they plan to give him his first team bow next season.Should United and Liverpool be desperate to sign Faye, they’ll have to shatter their respective record transfer fees and pay his £342million release clause.Faye joined Barca B from Croatian outfit NB Kustosija last summer for a meagre £1.3million.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHe’s made a total of 27 appearances for Rafael Marquez’s side, scoring four goals in the process.Faye was included in Barca’s s squad for their 1-0 win over Cadiz last Saturday after receiving high praise from first-team manager Xavi.Xavi announces he’s stepping down as Barcelona coach at the end of the seasonThe club legend said of the teenager: “Faye will be on the list. He’s ready. We are watching and following.”There are very prepared footballers. La Masia always bears fruit. Faye, Casado.”But the competition is fierce. I see him prepared, yes.” More

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      ‘You know how sad I am’ – Luis Enrique says he’s ‘upset’ with CBS pundits live on TV and tells panel ‘you know why’

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      LUIS ENRIQUE hilariously called out “idol” Micah Richards after the pundit didn’t back Paris Saint-Germain to beat Barcelona in the Champions League quarter-finals.PSG capitalised on Barcelona’s calamitous second-leg performance, despite going 1-0 down on the night, and went on to win 6-4 on aggregate. Luis Enrique hilariously challenged those in the CBS studioCredit: CBSWith his jesting attitude particularly directed toward Micah RichardsCredit: CBSRonald Araujo’s 29th-minute red card changed the course of the tie, as ex-Barca star Ousmane Dembele came back to haunt them.After completing a sensational turnaround in the away leg on Tuesday, the gleeful Spaniard made sure to call out those who doubted his team.During his post-match interview with CBS Sports, Enrique firmly joked: “I’m really upset with all of you!”Former Manchester City defender Richards asked “Why?”, before host Kate Abdo queried: “What did we do?”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe PSG manager replied: “You know why.”Richards then realised and exclaimed: “Because of the brackets! He knows! He watches the show!”Richards, alongside fellow pundit Thierry Henry, had predicted that Barcelona would advance from the quarter-final tie.But Carragher went with PSG – although Enrique admitted he hadn’t remembered that part correctly.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKEREnrique said: “I watched on YouTube, all of you predicted that Barcelona were going through to the next phase.”Nobody believed in our possibilities. How sad I am, how sad I am.”PSG boss’s Luis Enrique’s daughter ‘moves on from ex-Premier League star Ferran Torres as she dates his team-mate’The former Barcelona boss then had the studio in stitches when he added: “I can understand Henry, because he was a supporter for Arsenal.”But Micah, you were my idol. I thought you were going to be confident in the team. Oh my god.”Richards begged for forgiveness before exclaiming: “I went against you, I’m sorry.”Earlier this season, the PSG boss had revealed his love for Richards and said he was his favourite pundit after a 3-0 win over AC Milan in the group stage.Kylian Mbappe struck twice to push PSG throughCredit: AFPRichards can be forgiven for doubting the Parisian’s chances of advancing after they lost 3-2 at home last week.But PSG soon found their groove, going on to with 4-1 in Spain, after Araujo’s straight red card ruined things for Barca.READ MORE SUN STORIESBoss Xabi and his assistant were given red cards and forced to leave the dugout in the second half.PSG’s famous win books them a semi-final clash with Borussia Dortmund, who dramatically beat Atletico Madrid  More

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      Barcelona ‘make decision’ on Xavi replacement with club set to turn to legendary former team-mate as new manager

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      BARCELONA have decided on Xavi’s replacement, according to reports in Spain.Xavi, 44, announced he would be quitting the club at the end of this season in January.Xavi has already announced he will step down at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyFormer Barca defender Rafa Marquez is in line to take over at Camp NouCredit: Getty Images – GettyThe manager was under huge media scrutiny after failing to repeat the success of his first season in charge, which saw Barcelona win the league playing attractive football.He left with the club 10 points off the top.Speaking on his decision, he said: “I will leave Barcelona in June.“We have reached a point of no return. It’s time for change.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”I think that it’s time to leave. I spoke with the board and the club today. I will leave on the 30th of June.“I took this decision days ago. I already knew it. But it’s time to make it public.“I think the players could not free themselves up. I don’t want to be a problem for the club, but the opposite.”A recent upturn in form has led the board to publicly attempt to convince Xavi to change his mind on his decision.Most read in FootballMarquez was known for his trademark long hair in his prime at BarcelonaCredit: Getty Images – GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSXavi would only consider changing his mind if a marquee player is signed, such as Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva, who Barca have a long term interest in.But given the club’s financial position this is not a luxury they can afford.Xavi announces he’s stepping down as Barcelona coach at the end of the seasonAccording to Spanish outlet Sport, the club now want the uncertainty cleared up if Xavi is to leave and to find a replacement as soon as possible.Legendary Mexican defender Rafael Marquez is the current favourite to step into the hot seat according to the report.He is the current manager of Barcelona B and has a good relationship with Barca sporting director Deco.Given he would be promoted from the inside, he would also represent a cheap option for a team that has struggled to balance its finances in recent years.But, if they are to push the boat out, Deco reportedly admires the likes of Jurgen Klopp, Roberto De Zerbi and Hansi Flick.There could even be room for a dramatic reunion with former coach and now PSG manager Luis Enrique. More

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      Xavi launches stinging attack on referee after Barcelona knocked out of Champions League thanks to ‘mistake’

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      BARCELONA manager Xavi lashed out at the referee following his team’s heartbreaking Champions League elimination.Barca hosted Paris Saint-Germain at the Nou Camp in the quarter-finals with a 3-2 advantage following last week’s victory in the first leg at Parc des Princes.Barcelona boss Xavi lashed out at the referee after the elimination by Paris Saint-GermainCredit: EPAXavi was furious with the referee, who sent him and Ronaldo Araujo offCredit: APThe Blaugrana opened the scoring after just 12 minutes to extend their lead but it all went downhill after that as they lost Ronald Araujo to a controversial red card after he tripped Bradley Barcola.PSG went on to punch their ticket to the semi-finals with a 4-1 victory thanks to goals by ex-Barcelona star Ousmane Dembele and Vitinha as well as a brace by Real Madrid-bound Kylian Mbappe.Xavi’s evening got even worse after he was also sent off for angrily kicking Champions League padding around the VAR monitor near his dugout.As he walked away from the touchline, the ex-midfield maestro could be seen taking off his coat and having a quick chat with assistant Oscar Hernandez.Read More on FootballThe Spaniard was left fuming and confronted referee Istvan Kovacs at full-time, calling him a “disaster before giving him both barrels during his post-match interview.Xavi said: “It’s a pity, our Champions League is over due to referee’s mistake.“I just told the referee that he’s been a disaster. It’s the reality”.This officially marks Xavi’s last Champions League match as Barcelona manager.Most read in Champions LeagueThe Catalan tactician confirmed earlier this season that he will be leaving his beloved club after three years in charge.The 44-year-old head coach missed the chance of leaving the Catalan giants with silverware as his team are eight points behind LaLiga leaders Real Madrid in the table.Football icons’ strange hobbiesPSG are now set to face Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League semi-finals.Dortmund made it to the final four after knocking Atletico Madrid out with an aggregate of 5-4. More

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      Barcelona ‘reject £60million transfer offer’ from Premier League club for former Leeds star Raphinha

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      BARCELONA have reportedly rejected a £60million bid for Raphinha from an unnamed Premier League club.The Brazilian, 27, joined the Catalan giants from Leeds in a £57m deal in the summer of 2022.An unnamed Prem club has allegedly had a bid rejected for Raphinha by BarcelonaCredit: RexThat was after he snubbed both Arsenal and Chelsea to secure his dream switch.However, the winger has struggled to be a regular starter since his arrival and has been linked with a departure numerous times.Tottenham were the latest team believed to be readying a swoop to try and bring Raphinha back to the Premier League, where he shone at Elland Road.Raphinha managed ten goals in his debut season to help Barcelona win LaLiga.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe has battled several injury problems this term, which has restricted him to eight goals in 33 matches.However, he has popped up twice at crucial times over recent weeks with the winner against Las Palmas and then two goals in the 3-2 first leg win at PSG in the Champions League.Now Spanish publication Sport says that has led to “big European clubs” keeping an eye on him once again.It then goes on to state that Barcelona have placed a £68.3m price tag on his head due to his recent good form.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBarca are “very happy” with his performances and it will be “difficult” for them to accept anything less than this.And that figure was allegedly decided after a proposal worth around £49m was made by a mystery Premier League side.Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson spotted arguing with Blues team-mate after 6-0 Everton thumping as penalty row rages onThey received the offer but club chiefs rejected it as they believe the star’s value is continuing to rise.However, Barcelona are waiting to receive offers for him and several others that could help ease some of their financial difficulties.And they have both Ferran Torres and Lamine Yamal who are able to line up instead of Raphinha.SunSport also reported how Al-Hilal are chasing former Leeds star Raphinha.The Saudi Pro League side, who forked out over £300million on new signings last summer, are ready to splash out £86m on him. More

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      Ex-Barcelona star’s pals ‘used curtains as sex swing at wild parties as he’s sued for vandalising luxury villa’

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      FORMER Barcelona star Arda Turan has been sued for “vandalising his luxury villa” after hosting lavish parties, according to reports.The owner of the house has accused Turan and his friends of “using curtains as sex swings” among a long lost of complaints.Arda Turan is being sued for the damage caused to his Barcelona villaCredit: GettyTuran played for Barca for two seasons in 2015-16 and 2016-17 after joining from rivals Atletico Madrid.Despite his brief stint in the Catalan capital before returning to Turkey, Spanish outlet Marca have said that the player “left his mark” on Barcelona.Turan’s former landlord is now seeking £196,000 in compensation for the alleged damage done to his £15million home by Turan.The case had already gone through the Provincial Court of Barcelona but has been restarted after there were “bureaucratic irregularities” in notifying the former player.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe villa is located in Esplugues de Llobregat, an area near Barca’s training facilities.The owner of the house insists Turan had “no care” for the villa he rented to him and has accused him of letting his friends party there when he was away.Those parties were allegedly raucous with the curtains used as sex swings, cigarette butts littering the floor and left on furniture and electronics damaged.The owner alleges that the television remote was thrown into the pool everytime a certain football team scored.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe owner alleges that Turan was initially an excellent tenant.He completed a deep clean of his apartment when he took over the tenancy and would often sing Barca chants.Football stars’ weird phobiasBut now the two are involved in a bitter legal battle.Turan retired from professional football in 2022.He went on to become manager of Istanbul side Eyupspor in 2023, and still manages the Turkish second division side. More

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      Liverpool face huge Luis Diaz transfer dilemma with winger yet to agree new contract amid interest from European giants

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      LIVERPOOL star Luis Diaz is attracting interest from two European giants, according to reports.The Colombian winger recently met with his agent Raul Costa to discuss his future.Luis Diaz could leave Liverpool at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyDiaz has three years left on his contract but is at a crossroads this summer.Liverpool supposedly view the end of the season as the right time to sell the player should he not agree a new and improved long-term deal.The club want to offload players when their value is high amid the threat of the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules.Diaz is rated at £75million by Liverpool, according to The Telegraph.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey also claim that Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona are both keen on signing him.However, the Catalan giants could find it hard to raise enough cash amid financial troubles.Real Madrid have previously been touted as a possible destination for Diaz.The 27-year-old shares an agent with Ruben Amorim, who has been linked with replacing Jurgen Klopp at Anfield.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Sporting Lisbon boss has reportedly reached a verbal agreement to become the next Liverpool manager.Sky Sports Germany say Amorim is willing to put pen to paper on a deal that will run to 2027.Jurgen Klopp manages to savage both Man Utd and his own Liverpool team with astonishing comment about ArsenalThe Portuguese boss’ deal in Lisbon runs for another two years and is believed to contain a £25m release clause. More

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      Former Chelsea star Joao Felix says he ‘has convinced’ Bernardo Silva to make Barcelona transfer from Man City

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      JOAO FELIX claims he has “convinced” Portugal team-mate Bernardo Silva to join Barcelona.Manchester City star, Silva, 29, was heavily linked with a move to the Catalan giants in 2022 and last summer.Joao Felix, right, believes he has convinced Bernardo Silva, left, to join BarcelonaCredit: GettySilva’s stats in the Premier League so far this seasonIn August, he seemingly quashed any talk of a departure by signing a new deal to keep him at the Etihad until 2026.But Barcelona forward Felix, 24, has now reignited that talk by claiming he has spoken to Silva who has been asking a lot of questions about the city.Speaking to Catalunya Radio, the former Chelsea loanee said: “I think I’ve convinced Bernardo Silva to join Barca, that’s all true. But it doesn’t depend on him right now.”He asked me about places to live, places to eat, safety… everything.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”If he comes, Barca will be delighted with Bernardo.”Silva joined Man City from Monaco in a deal worth £43million back in 2017.He has been one of Pep Guardiola’s most successful signings, racking up 345 appearances, 64 goals and 63 assists.The Portuguese playmaker has won five Premier League titles, two FA Cups, four League Cups, the Champions League and Club World Cup.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHow the title run-ins compareIt’s going to go right down to the wire with just one point separating the top three – but how do Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City’s run-ins compare?
      ARSENAL: Aston Villa (H), Wolves (A) Chelsea (H), Spurs (A), Bournemouth (H), Man Utd (A) and Everton (H)
      LIVERPOOL: Crystal Palace (H), Fulham (A), Everton (A), West Ham (A), Tottenham (H), Aston Villa (A), Wolves (H)
      MAN CITY: Luton (H), Brighton (A), Nottingham Forest (A), Wolves (H), Fulham (A), West Ham (H) and Tottenham (A TBC)

      On a personal level, he was also named in the PFA Team of the Year in 2019 and 2022, while he made the Champions League Team of the Season following Man City’s triumph last season.Barcelona sit eight points adrift of Real Madrid at the top of the LaLiga table with just eight games remaining.Watch Bernardo Silva change mind on Premier League title race after Sky Sports reporter corrects him mid-interview But they are into the quarter-finals of the Champions League and will travel to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their tie on Wednesday.Manager Xavi has confirmed he is leaving at the end of the season, with his replacement yet to be confirmed.Hansi Flick, Mikel Arteta and Roberto De Zerbi are among the frontrunners, according to the bookies. More