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      Inter Miami star Lionel Messi makes winter transfer decision amid Barcelona return and Saudi Arabia loan rumours

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      LIONEL MESSI has made his decision over a winter transfer, according to reports.The Inter Miami star has been linked with a loan move to Barcelona or a Saudi Arabian club.
      Lionel Messi will reportedly not go out on loan this winterCredit: Reuters
      The MLS season is drawing to a close and the David Beckham-owned side are set to miss out on the play-offs with just two matches against Charlotte to go this term.
      There was speculation Messi could keep busy until the 2024 season begins in February by going on loan.
      But transfer guru Fabrizio Romano claims he is not considering joining another team.
      He is reportedly fully focused on Inter Miami and Argentina.
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      His national side face Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay and bitter rivals Brazil in 2026 World Cup qualifiers over the next two months.
      Inter Miami’s pre-season will begin in January, but Messi could play in friendlies with the club set to take place in Asia in November.
      He is afterwards expected to take a holiday for one month.
      Barcelona have supposedly been open to bringing back the 36-year-old legend despite financial troubles.
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      Meanwhile, Messi rejected a £350million-a-year deal from Al-Hilal over the summer.
      They instead signed his old Barca team-mate Neymar. More

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      Barcelona UNABLE to rebuild Nou Camp yet despite already demolishing iconic football stadium

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      BARCELONA can’t start rebuilding the iconic Nou Camp because they haven’t obtained the necessary licence.Barca’s home has been undergoing a huge renovation process which began in November.
      Barcelona are unable to rebuild the Nou Camp because they don’t have the licenceCredit: Rex
      But Barcelona believe a resolution will be reached before October 21Credit: Rex
      The stadium’s demolition is already complete with the third tier completely torn down and the visor that covered one side of the field and gave shelter to fans from the sun has been removed.
      According to Sport, however, the Blaugrana have yet to secure the necessary permit that will allow them to start rebuilding.
      The Catalan giants are rigorously working towards a resolution with Barcelona’s City Council
      The Spanish champions are confident a resolution will be reached before the next general assembly scheduled to take place on October 21.
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      The Nou Camp’s demolition was completed much faster than the club expected.
      However, Barcelona’s City Council warned the rebuilding process would be slow.
      That is because new president Joan Laporta’s board of directors had modified the initial plan approved by the previous board under his predecessor Josep Maria Bartomeu.
      But the club is confident Xavi’s side will play their first game at the new Spotify Camp Nou on November 2024, but with limited capacity in the initial stages.
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      Until then, the Catalans will continue playing their home games at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys.
      The redevelopment is expected to cost Barcelona a staggering £1.25billion.
      The capacity will be expanded from 99,354 seats to 105,000, increasing its gap as the largest football ground in Europe – with second place Wembley having a 90,000 capacity.
      It will also see a roof added alongside a stadium rename in line with the club’s £237million sponsorship deal with Spotify. More

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      Barcelona ‘lining up sensational loan return for Lionel Messi in January’ but it depends on Inter Miami’s fate

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      LIONEL MESSI could be set for a sensational return to Barcelona in January – but it all depends on Inter Miami’s fate.The 36-year-old Argentina superstar came through the ranks at the Nou Camp to achieve legendary status with the LaLiga club.
      Lionel Messi could make a sensational return to Barcelona this seasonCredit: Getty
      He smashed almost every record going and fired them to ten titles, four Champions League crowns and the Fifa Club World Cup on three occasions.
      However, as the financial implications of the coronavirus pandemic crippled Barcelona, they were unable to afford his contract renewal in 2021.
      Messi did bid an emotional farewell at a press conference after agreeing a switch to Paris Saint-Germain but he never got the opportunity to say goodbye out on the Nou Camp pitch in front of his adoring public.
      Now Spanish publication Sport are claiming that he may finally get that opportunity to get a proper send-off in what would be a magical return this summer.
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      But it all depends on whether his new side Inter Miami makes the Major League Soccer play-offs.
      Messi departed PSG this summer as a free agent but Barcelona were still unable to afford a deal to bring him back.
      He instead jetted off to America to sign for David Beckham’s Inter Miami.
      The forward has made a huge impact so far Stateside as inspired the club to its first-ever piece of silverware in August as they beat Nashville to lift the League Cup.
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      Their league form has also taken a huge upturn, but this fresh report states that Barcelona are considering a loan move for him during the winter window should Inter not make the MLS play-offs.
      Sport claim that no move has been discussed with Beckham’s outfit yet, but it is an option that Barcelona are seriously considering.
      Inter are five points off the play-off places in the Eastern Conference with just three games of the regular season left to go.
      Should they progress, then that could result in them going all the way to the MLS Cup Final, which takes place on December 9.
      And should that scenario occur, then this update says that would scupper Barca’s hopes of luring Messi back.
      They are next in action tonight at home to leaders Cincinnati – but it remains to be seen if Messi will be in action.
      The veteran magician has been sidelined for the last four matches with a scar tissue problem. More

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      Barcelona ‘put ENTIRE squad up for sale with crisis-club in desperate need of funds from transfers to balance books’

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      BARCELONA have put the entire squad up for sale with the club in desperate need of funds, according to reports.The Spanish giants have experienced financial difficulties over the last few years.
      Barcelona could sell several stars to balance the booksCredit: Getty
      They were forced to let superstars like Lionel Messi, Antoine Griezmann and Ousmane Dembele leave the club to balance the books.
      And despite announcing a pre-tax profit of £263million last week, the club is looking to offload players once again, report Sport.
      That is because they are operating above the LaLiga spending limit of £234million.
      The move to the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium while the Nou Camp is being renovated has also reduced the club’s income.
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      To combat that Barcelona are prepared to sell a number of players, focusing on those who have played the least amount of minutes.
      Ansu Fati, who is on loan at Brighton this season, is available for sale.
      That is good news for Manchester United and Arsenal who have both been linked with a permanent transfer for the winger.
      Barca also want to offload former Manchester City centre-back Eric Garcia, who is on loan at Girona.
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      But the club could also be forced into more high-profile sales to ease their financial pressures.
      Wonderkid Gavi has attracted attention from Chelsea and Liverpool, while fellow midfielder Pedri has suitors too. More

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      Man Utd stars Sancho and Martial on Barcelona’s budget transfer shortlist of flops and outcasts along with Arsenal duo

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      BARCELONA have Jadon Sancho and Anthony Martial on their six-man transfer shortlist, it’s claimed.The Spanish champions are also said to be eyeing moves for Arsenal duo Kai Havertz and Jorginho next summer.
      Jadon Sancho is on Barcelona’s stunning six-man transfer shortlistCredit: Getty
      Anthony Martial has struggled for consistent minutes this seasonCredit: Getty
      Barca’s financial problems have had a direct impact on their transfer business in recent seasons.
      In order to manage their issues, the club have been forced to look at free agents, flops, and out-of-favour players from top teams in Europe.
      According to Mundo Deportivo, they have already applied that approach to their plans for next summer.
      The report claims that Barca have drawn up a six-man list of potential targets, which includes Sancho and Martial.
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      Sancho has not played for United since August 26 following his public falling out with Erik ten Hag.
      The Red Devils boss has even banished the winger from attending any first-team activities as their feud continues.
      As a result, Sancho’s future at Old Trafford appears to be over, with Roma joining Barcelona in being linked with a move.
      Meanwhile, Martial has also struggled for consistent opportunities so far this season and is into the final year of his contract.
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      The Frenchman was also booed by his own fans as he replaced Rasmus Hojlund against Brighton earlier this month.
      Xavi is not just looking at United players, though, with the report adding that he has his eye on Arsenal pair Havertz and Jorginho.
      The former Chelsea duo have both joined the Gunners this year, with Jorginho arriving in January ahead of Havertz’s summer move.

      Mikel Arteta has yet to start Jorginho in the league this season and the Italian was linked with an exit in the summer as his contract expires in 2024.
      Havertz, on the other hand, has struggled for form since joining the club and is yet to register a goal or an assist this term.
      He was also dropped for the trip to Everton earlier this month and again started on the bench in last weekend’s North London derby.
      Barcelona’s six-man shortlist does include players from outside the Premier League, though.
      Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt is their sole defensive target, having complained about his playing time with the German giants.
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      The Blaugrana are also one of a number of clubs tracking Athletic Club forward Nico Williams.
      With less than a year remaining on his deal, the Spain winger has provided four assists in four LaLiga matches this season.
      Jorginho is out of contract at the end of this seasonCredit: Getty
      Kai Havertz has struggled for form since joining Arsenal in the summerCredit: Getty More

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      Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski’s bizarre ‘backwards eating diet’ revealed and it’s inspired by nutritionist wife Anna

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      BARCELONA superstar Robert Lewandowski has adopted a strange backwards eating diet that sees him eat dessert BEFORE starters.Lewandowski is one of the best strikers in the world having terrorised opposing defences for years during his time at Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich and now Barca.
      Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski is in top shape thanks to a bizarre backwards dietCredit: Instagram @_rl9
      Lewandowski eats dessert and then moves on to the starter and main courseCredit: Getty
      Lewandowski was inspired by his wife Anna, who is a nutritionistCredit: Instagram @annalewandowska
      And the 35-year-old has stated he didn’t really reach the best of his ability until he sorted his diet out.
      Many would think that means he would cut sugar, fast food and alcohol, but in the Poland international’s case it means something way more radical.
      According to The Guardian, Lewandowski switched the order of his meals as part of a diet that would be the dream of any child told by their mum they have to eat their veggies before pudding.
      The Pole star always starts with dessert before moving on to his starter and main course.
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      But there is a method to this madness as Lewa was inspired by his wife Anna, who is a former karate champion that now specialises in fitness and nutrition.
      The idea behind it is that sugary foods are digested faster and thus re-ordering meals ensures they don’t mix with other food groups, like proteins and carbohydrates.
      This unique approach helps fat burn quicker and has worked out for the Barcelona star who is still in sensational shape despite his advanced age.
      Lewandowski’s former Poland team-mate Thiago Cionek, though, insists there is much more to his diet assigned by Anna.
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      Cionek told ESPN: “He is a guy who is hungry to improve as a player, and for that reason, he has a special diet that his wife gives him.
      “She is a nutritionist and is well known in Poland. Robert even told me that the big change in his career, when he reached the elite clubs and in the national team, was when he radically changed what he ate.
      “On game day, he eats a lot of protein. And there is always tuna for breakfast. He also avoids anything with gluten and lactose.
      “The day before playing, after dinner, he still finishes off with a bowl of rice pudding to fill the body with carbohydrates and glucose to play the next day. Then, in recovery, there are lots of vegetables and avocado.” More

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      Barcelona looking to raid CHAMPIONSHIP in shock summer transfer leaving fans confused

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      BARCELONA are reportedly sniffing around in the Championship as they identify a new target for next summer. The Catalan giants have left fans confused over reports that they are interested in signing Wilfred Ndidi from Leicester City.
      Barcelona are reportedly interested in signing Wilfred Ndidi from Leicester CityCredit: Getty
      Xavi is looking for midfield reinforcements and could sign Ndidi for free on the expiry of his contract next summerCredit: Getty
      According to SPORT, Barcelona are keeping tabs on the Nigerian midfielder and are considering an approach in the summer when he will be a free agent.
      Ndidi’s current contract with The Foxes is set to expire in June 2024 when Barca would be able to snatch him up on a free transfer.
      The La Liga outfit have had difficulty with balancing their finances in recent seasons and the option to take on players without a transfer fee is something they have leant into.
      Despite the potential deal seeming to be a savvy acquisition, fans have been left shocked by the idea of Barcelona raiding the Championship for midfield reinforcements.
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      One fan took to social media to say: “Free transfer masters, Barcelona scouts are out looking for players that have only one year left in their contracts.”
      Another seemed stumped that Barcelona were after Ndidi, simply asking: “Barcelona??”
      A free deal for Ndidi would be considered as a win by the club who, according to SPORT, were quoted £70m when they approached Leicester for a deal in years gone by.
      And they would beat some stiff competition to his signature with reports suggesting that Bayern Munich, Atletico Madrid and Juventus have all considered a move for the 26-year-old.
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      The former Genk man has been a regular in Leicester’s team this season and has already got off to an impressive start.
      He has netted three times and registered one assist in his ten appearances in all competitions this term.
      Ndidi was relegated to the Championship with Leicester last seasonCredit: Getty More

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      Football legend and ex-Premier League star’s son, 16, signs first professional contract at Barcelona

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      A FOOTBALL icon’s son has followed in his father’s footsteps and signed for Barcelona.Shane, 16, penned his first professional contract today and will join the club’s Under-18 side.
      Shane Kluivert has signed for BarcelonaCredit: Instagram @shanekluivert
      The wonderkid is aged 16Credit: Instagram @shanekluivert
      The teenager is an attacker, just like his father, and he was on the books of PSG while his dad worked their as a technical director six years ago.
      The retired Dutch hero has legendary status at the Nou Camp after helping them clinch the LaLiga title in 1999.
      He also won the Champions League with Ajax in 1995 and fired Holland to fourth at the World Cup in 1998.
      Shane’s father is Patrick Kluivert.
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      Kluivert was widely regarded as one of the world’s best strikers in the late 1990s to early 2000s.
      The 47-year-old also spent one season in the Premier League with Newcastle during the 2004/05 campaign, scoring 13 goals in all competitions.
      Kluivert is now manager of Turkish side Adana Demirspor, who sit ninth in the Super Lig.
      As for his starlet son, Shane first joined Barca in 2017 and he has been tipped to be a future star.
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      Patrick Kluivert joined his youngest son as he penned the dealCredit: Instagram @shanekluivert
      The wonderkid has been capped by the Netherlands Under-16 team.
      And he already has a deal with Nike after the sportswear brand snapped him up when he was aged just nine.
      Kluivert’s other children are also footballers, most notably Justin, 24, who has been capped twice by the national side and is currently playing for Bournemouth.
      His other sons Quincy, 26, played for Ajax as a youngster but is now a DJ and Ruben, 22, plays for Dordecht in the Dutch second division.
      Patrick Kluivert spent six years with the Catalan giantsCredit: AP:Associated Press
      Kluivert also had a spell at NewcastleCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More