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      Arsenal lining up shock cut-price transfer for Man City outcast who fell out with Pep Guardiola

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      ARSENAL are ready to pounce for Joao Cancelo – if Barcelona are unable to turn his loan move into a permanent one.Cancelo, 29, still has three years left on his Manchester City contract but has not been at the Etihad for 14 months after a fall-out with Pep Guardiola.Joao Cancelo is currently on loan at Barcelona from Manchester CiyCredit: GettyCancelo fell out with Man City boss Pep Guardiola before leaving the Etihad on loanCredit: AFPHe moved to the Nou Camp in September but, despite being a regular and Barcelona having first option to sign him, they insist the £40million asking price is too steep.That has alerted Gunners boss Mikel Arteta, who knows Cancelo well from his time as Guardiola’s assistant.His ability to play on either flank is a huge plus for Arteta, who is in the market for a top level left-back, while Cancelo also impressed in midfield when he was pushed forward at City.Cancelo has made it no secret that he would prefer to stay at Barca.READ MORE ON ARSENALYet they do not want to go beyond paying another loan fee to keep him for a further 12 months.He spent the previous six months at Bayern Munich but the German giants also insisted the asking price was too high.City want the Portugal international off the books, rather than seeing his price drop the longer he remains their player.Arteta has raided City for Oleksandr Zinchenko and Gabriel Jesus in the past.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd, as much as he would like to stay at Barca, Cancelo may be tempted by another link-up with the Spaniard in the summer.He made 154 appearances for Man City, scoring nine goals and providing 22 assists.Four Arsenal stars confronted Arsene Wenger after huge stars sold to bitter rivals, reveals Jack Wilshere The full-back won three Premier League titles and the Carabao Cup at the Etihad, before he left for Barcelona and won the LaLiga title last year.This season he has played 32 games in all competitions, starting 22 of their 29 league matches. More

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      Joao Cancelo tested for heart problem before being cleared to return to Barcelona following ‘serious personal problem’

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      JOAO CANCELO has been cleared to continue playing football after the emergence of a potential heart problem.It was reported by Spanish outlet RAC1 on Wednesday that a family relative of Joao Cancelo was diagnosed with a heart problem.Joao Cancelo has been cleared to play football againCredit: GettyCancelo was sidelined over the weekend for precautionary tests on his heart after a family member was diagnoised with a heart conditionCredit: RexThis prompted Barcelona chiefs to leave him out of their match against Atletico Madrid on Sunday as a “precaution”.The on-loan Manchester City star underwent tests to check whether he had a similar condition and had kept him sidelined from football while it was assessed.Fortunately for the 29-year-old, he has now been given the green light from doctors to return to football activity, with the results coming back declaring he was in good health.It means Cancelo is clear to join up with Roberto Martinez’s Portugal squad.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBefore Cancelo had been cleared to play, former Wigan and Everton boss Martinez said: “We need to look natural. The noise is not a right noise. “We are working, Cancelo is on the list for the second game, we are working on how to monitor the players as we do, we work with the club like Barcelona, but now there is no reason to be alert.”The 2016 Euros champs have friendlies with Sweden and Slovenia over the international break, with their first game coming tomorrow.Cancelo has played 50 games for his national team, scoring 10 goals.Most read in FootballMeanwhile, he has played 32 games in all competitions for Barcelona this season with four goals and four assists to his name.However, Cancelo may have ruffled a few feathers in the Portugal camp after claiming legendary figure Cristiano Ronaldo was past his best.Joao Cancelo in classy gesture as he refuses to step on Man City badge before Champions League return with Bayern Munich He told Portuguese outlet RTP: “He is an important player and spent 15 years competing with [Lionel] Messi for the Ballon d’Or, but the peak of a footballer’s career is between the ages of 25 and 32. “He is an important player for us, but the national team does not depend entirely on him.” More

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      Former Chelsea star Joao Felix spotted ‘making obscene gesture’ after scoring for Barcelona against his parent club

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      JOAO FELIX has been caught on camera appearing to make a crude gesture towards his parent club Atletico Madrid.The former Chelsea star is on loan at Barcelona from Atletico.Joao Felix appeared to make an obscene gesture in Barcelona’s win over Atletico MadridCredit: RexFelix appeared to grab the area around his crotch before rubbingCredit: el GOLAZO de GOLOn Sunday, Atletico took on Barcelona in LaLiga at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium.Goals from Felix, Robert Lewandowski and Fermin Lopez saw Xavi’s side ran out 3-0 winners before Nahuel Molina was sent off in injury time for the hosts.However, following Felix’s 38th-minute opener, TV cameras from Gol Play appeared to catch the Portuguese making a crude gesture.It came as he was surrounded by Barca team-mates while celebrating in a huddle.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe 24-year-old then appeared to put his hand on his crotch area before rubbing it.Felix had received a hostile reception from the home fans in the ground. Chants against him could be heard before the game had even started, with a T-Shirt of his also being burned next to a his plaque outside the stadium.Felix had the last laugh on the pitch, with Barcelona firming up their spot in second ahead of Girona but still eight points behind league leaders Real Madrid.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERMeanwhile, Diego Simeone’s Atletico remain a point outside of the top four behind Athletic Bilbao.Simeone and Felix fell out last season which prompted the former Benfica star’s loan transfer to Chelsea. Young stars set to shine at Euro 2024After the game on Sunday, Felix told ESPN: “Atlético fans do not know the things that happened here during the time I’ve been here.”The fans don’t know what happened here inside, I understand them but I shouldn’t be seen as the bad guy. “Even my relationship with Atléti players is very good.”Felix joined Atletico for a club record £113million in 2019.He has gone on to score 34 goals in 131 games since then.This season he has scored eight times in 34 games for Barcelona. More

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      Joao Cancelo pulls out of Barcelona clash due to ‘serious personal problem’ as team-mates dedicate win to Man City star

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      JOAO CANCELO was forced to miss Barcelona’s clash at Atletico Madrid last night due to a reported “serious personal problem”.Barca loanee Joao Felix scored the opener against his parent club to inflict a first LaLiga home loss of the campaign of Diego Simeone’s side.Scorer Fermin Lopez dedicated Barcelona’s win to an absent team-mateCredit: GettyOn-loan Joao Cancelo reportedly missed out due to a ‘serious personal issue’Credit: APHe gave the visitors the lead on 38 minutes, just before his manager Xavi was sent to the stands for dissent. Robert Lewandowski doubled the advantage in the second half before Fermin Lopez ensured the 3-0 victory to move Barcelona above Girona into second in LaLiga.Before the game, it was revealed that defender Cancelo was ruled out due to an injury.However, several outlets then reported that the 29-year-old Portuguese star, who is on loan from Man City, did not in fact travel due to a personal issue.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd he was in Lopez’s thoughts after the final whistle as he dedicated the win in the Spanish capital to his colleague.The goalscorer, who was due to start on the bench until Andreas Christensen was hurt in the warm-up, said: “I wanted to dedicate this victory to Cancelo, who is having a hard time.“We’ve got second place back, we now need to close the gap to Madrid and fight for the title.“I was a bit surprised starting, despite not being in the original XI but I did my best from the first kick.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER“We are on a great run and want to continue it for as long as possible.”Meanwhile, manager Xavi added: “Joao Cancelo is a very sensitive boy, an extraordinary person with a very big heart.Fans fear Joao Cancelo has been ‘possessed’ after ‘terrifying’ interview of Barcelona star emerges – laliga“Not being able to be with the team today has affected him a lot.”Cancelo moved to the Premier League in 2019 and has tasted three title triumphs but he had a major bust-up with boss Pep Guardiola at the start of 2023.He spent the final six months of last season on loan at Bayern Munich, winning the Bundesliga to go with his Premier League crown, but they opted not to pay the £61.5m option to make the deal permanent, leading to his switch to Barca last summer. More

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      Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta one of two ‘obvious’ candidates to replace Xavi at Barcelona, claims Gerard Pique

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      GERARD PIQUE has named Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta as one of two “obvious” candidates to take over at Barcelona.Current Barca boss Xavi Hernandez is leaving the club in the summer with the team struggling in LaLiga.Mikel Arteta has been named as one of two obvious candidates for BarcelonaCredit: APGerard Pique believes Arteta understands the Barcelona DNACredit: GettyThis coming summer represents a pivotal moment for the Spanish giants owing to their crippling financial situation.However, in an interview with The Times, former Barcelona and Manchester United defender Pique has revealed who he believes to be the best candidates to steer the ship next.The 37-year-old said: “To manage Barça you need to be a specific type of coach and to understand the way Barça play, so the options are much less.”The obvious ones are [Pep] Guardiola, because he had his past here, and he is the best coach right now, and [Arsenal’s Mikel] Arteta. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He would be a good one also. He understands Barcelona and played for Barça in the past.”Arteta, 41, and Arsenal categorically denied reports in January which claimed he had decided to quit the Gunners to head to Spain. Indeed, Arteta said in a press conference following the news: “That’s totally fake news what you read yesterday.”I don’t know where it’s coming from and it’s totally untrue. I’m really upset about it…Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”I could not believe [it] (the reports). I don’t know where it’s coming from.”I think we have to be very cautious when you talk about personal things.”The Premier League’s Top 10 sexiest managers according to AIHowever, Pique also believes that Xavi’s decision could still be reversed.He added: “I don’t think it’s a decision that is 100 per cent. “Let’s see how the season ends. I think maybe he will stay.” More

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      Joao Cancelo ‘thrown Premier League lifeline’ as Barcelona hesitate over permanent transfer for Man City star

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      JOAO CANCELO is set to be handed a Premier League lifeline, according to reports in Spain.The Manchester City full-back, 29, is currently on loan at Barcelona having fallen out with City boss Pep Guardiola last year.Joao Cancelo is keen to remain at Barcelona but the Spaniards may not be able to afford himCredit: AlamyHe spent the final six months of last season on loan at Bayern Munich, but they opted not to pay the £61.5million option to make the deal permanent.And it looks as though his deal with Barcelona will meet a similar end according to Spanish outlet Sport.Barcelona could make the deal permanent for £34m but will again be limited by their financial issues this summer.Sport report that signing a right-back is not a priority for the Catalan club, and they would rather use their resources this summer to sign a left-footed right winger.That’s despite Cancelo being keen to stay at the Catalan club.The report states that Cancelo could earn a move to Barca by kicking up a fuss when he arrives back at City and therefore causing them to lower their asking price.But that is believed to be unlikely, with City keen to recoup as much of the £60m they paid for him in 2019 as possible.If that move does not come to fruition, it is reported that Cancelo will not be short of offers from both the Premier League and Saudi league.CHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Credit: The SunCancelo’s agent, Jorge Mendes, will seek to broker another loan with an option to buy between City and Barcelona.The defender recently expressed his desire to remain at Barca when asked about his future by Mundo Deportivo at the screening of a documentary on Ronald Araujo.Rueben Dias’ new girlfirend revealed after dumping Love Island’s Arabella Chi-InboxCancelo has two goals and three assists in his 23 league appearances for Barcelona this season. More

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      Barcelona ‘open talks’ with Prem legend about becoming manager with bizarre clause that will let him keep current job

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      BARCELONA have contacted Portugal boss Roberto Martinez over the prospect of replacing Xavi in the dugout this summer, reports suggest.The Barca manager has announced he will leave his post in June once the season is complete and club chiefs are rigorously searching for his replacement.Barcelona have contacted Portugal manager Roberto MartinezCredit: GettyMartinez has been offered the chance to continue coaching Portugal after replacing XaviCredit: RexA number of candidates have been touted, including the likes of Barcelona B coach Rafa Marquez, ex-Germany and Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick and Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi.Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta has also been linked with the Blaugrana but he quickly dismissed those rumours as “totally fake news”.According to FootballTransfers, however, Barcelona have approached Martinez, 50, over the possibility of taking over the top job at the Nou Camp.The Catalan giants are offering the ex-Swansea, Wigan and Everton boss an initial one-year deal with the option for one more.Read More on FootballBarcelona are also on board with the Spanish tactician juggling his current job as Portugal’s head coach, which will allow him to continue working with Cristiano Ronaldo and Co.Barca have been keeping tabs on the Premier League hero for a long time as they almost signed him in 2021 before ultimately turning to Xavi following Ronald Koeman’s dismissal.Club president Joan Laporta is a big admirer of Martinez, who has close ties to Barcelona because of his relationship with the Cruyff family. The ex-Wigan star is godfather to one of the sons of Jordi Cruyff, who is the son of Barcelona legend Johan.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSReports suggest Martinez has previously expressed interest in coaching the Spanish giants.The Catalan head coach is no stranger to success as he shocked the world when he won the FA Cup with Wigan in 2013 after beating Manchester City in the final.Sports reporter Melissa Reddy works up a sweat as she shows off her gym routineHe also led Belgium to third place in the 2018 World Cup as well as the top spot in the FIFA rankings.Roberto Martinez’s Managerial Record

      2007-2009: Swansea
      2009-2013: Wigan
      2013-2016: Everton
      2016-2022: Belgium
      2023-: Portugal

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      Ex-Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel ‘open to replacing Xavi at Barcelona but wants to take Erik ten Hag’s job at Man Utd’

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      THOMAS TUCHEL would consider bossing Barcelona – if he can’t get the Manchester United job.That’s the claim from Germany after the ex-Chelsea chief agreed to leave Bayern Munich this summer.Thomas Tuchel could land another huge role when he leaves BayernCredit: GettyAnother former Blues’ manager, Graham Potter, is the current favourite to succeed Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford – closely followed by Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane and ex-Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui.But SportBild journalist Christian Falk says Tuchel’s “priority” is a Premier League return – with United topping his wishlist.However, if Ten Hag holds onto his position, or if new Red Devils’ minority owner sir Jim Ratcliffe looks elsewhere, then Barca could beckon.Nou Camp legend Xavi has refused the Spanish giants’ request to U-turn on his pledge to quit as boss at the end of the season.READ MORE TOP STORIESAnd the race to replace him appears wide open.Falk has named Tuchel as a willing contender – but the ex-PSG chief faces tough competition from fellow German Hansi Flick.It leaves at least four of Europe’s traditional giants – United, Real, Bayern and Liverpool – staring at major managerial decisions this summer.Indeed, Tuchel has also been mentioned as an option to follow Jurgen Klopp at Anfield.Most read in FootballHOW TO GET FREE BETS ON FOOTBALLIt appears Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso is so far Liverpool’s top target.But Bayern have also been linked with the former Spain midfielder, who played for the Bundesliga club as well as the Reds and Real.I won iconic Treble at Man Utd… but I fear I’ll have to BUY a football club to ever land another managerial job More