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      Arsenal lead Man Utd and Barcelona in £17m transfer race for Belgian wonderkid Arthur Vermeeren dubbed ‘next Iniesta’

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      ARSENAL lead the bidding war for Royal Antwerp wonderkid Arthur Vermeeren, dubbed the “next Andres Iniesta”.Vermeeren, 18, has stood out for Antwerp this season and has attracted plenty of interest from around Europe.
      Arsenal are leading the race for Royal Antwerp wonderkid Arthur VermeerenCredit: Rex
      Barcelona and Manchester United also fancy Vermeeren, dubbed the ‘next Andres Iniesta’Credit: EPA
      The Gunners are among the midfielder’s suitors but face competition from Premier League rivals Manchester United as well as Barcelona.
      According to SPORT, however, the North Londoners are currently heading the race for the Belgium international’s signature.
      And it is thought Arsenal could land Vermeeren for a bargain £17million in the January transfer window.
      Manager Mikel Arteta is facing the prospect of losing Jorginho in the New Year with Barcelona expressing interest.
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      The midfielder has struggled for minutes with the likes of Thomas Partey and club record signing Declan Rice ahead of him.
      Plus, the ex-Chelsea star’s contract runs out in June and is thus free to negotiate with clubs oversees in the next two months.
      Barca are also keeping tabs on Vermeeren in their bid to find someone to continue club legend Iniesta’s work in the middle of the park at the Nou Camp.
      However, the Blaugrana have been marred by financial trouble and could instead turn to Corinthians ace Gabriel Moscardo.
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      United are in the picture as well with manager Erik ten Hag “in love” with the versatile midfielder, who can play at No8 and No6.
      After making his first-team debut last year, the Belgian has been playing regularly for Antwerp this season.
      Vermeeren has scored one goal and provided five assists in 15 appearances across all competitions so far this term. More

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      Bruno Guimaraes’ new £120k-a-week Newcastle contract ‘includes secret transfer clause’

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      BRUNO GUIMARAES’ new contract at Newcastle is filled with a secret transfer clause, according to reports. The Brazilian put pen to paper on a new deal earlier this month.
      Bruno Guimaraes signed a new deal at Newcastle earlier this monthCredit: Rex
      His deal is said to have a £100m release clause inserted into itCredit: Rex
      Guimaraes signed terms to keep him at St. James’ Park for another five years to 2028.
      The 25-year-old is now said to be earning £120,000 a week after receiving a tidy pay boost for his efforts since joining Newcastle in January 2022.
      It also saw an eye-watering £100million release clause added to his deal.
      However, Spanish outlet Sport claim there is a “secret clause in Barcelona’s favour” inserted into the contract.
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      Barcelona are long-term admirers of Guimaraes but failed to stump up the money while the midfielder was still at Lyon.
      But the clause inserted into his new Toon deal means the cash-strapped giants can exploit a favourable transfer deal.
      The clause itself gives Barcelona the chance to pay a fee under the normal release clause.
      This discount price is said to shave off around £40m from the total fee.
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      The report suggests Barca would need to pay between £56m and £61m to strike a deal.
      However, the club would first need to sell players to make a transfer viable.
      Guimaraes is said to have made no secret of his desire to one day play for Barcelona.
      The midfielder has made himself a fan favourite since arriving, scoring 11 goals and adding eight assists in 68 games.
      Arsenal fans were left convinced they would pay the £100m fee for Guimaraes after he praised compatriot Gabriel Martinelli for his winner against Manchester City. More

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      Brighton star Kaoru Mitoma ‘wanted in life-changing transfer’ after ‘seducing’ Champions League giants

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      BRIGHTON star Kaoru Mitoma’s stunning performances have earned him interest from one of Europe’s biggest clubs.Mitoma burst on to the scene last season with seven goals and six assists in 33 appearances in the Premier League.
      Brighton star Kaoru Mitoma has been targeted by BarcelonaCredit: Getty
      Barcelona may bid for Mitoma in the summer with his Brighton deal running out in 2025Credit: Alamy
      The winger is kicking it up a notch this term with three goals and four assists in 11 matches across all competitions.
      According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have been “seduced” by the 26-year-old’s exploits with the Seagulls.
      In fact, Barca’s scouts and staff are most amazed with the Japan international out of all of their other transfer targets.
      Mitoma has won the Blaugrana over thanks to the way he breaks defences from the left wing.
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      And Barcelona manager Xavi lacks firepower on that side of the field with full-back Alejandro Balde having to do the heavy lifting in LaLiga and the Champions League.
      The Spanish tactician has plenty of choices for the right wing with the likes of Raphinha , Ferran Torres and Lamine Yamal available.
      But the Spanish champions are confident Mitoma is their answer for the left.
      However, a move in January is highly unlikely as the Japanese star’s contract runs out in 2025.
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      But a summer bid is very possible, especially if Mitoma doesn’t pen fresh terms with Brighton.
      That would force Roberto De Zerbi’s side to discuss a deal as they would lose him for free the year after.
      Nevertheless, Brighton are notoriously tough negotiators, who recently sold Moises Caicedo to Chelsea for a Premier League record £115million fee. More

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      Liverpool and Man City lock horns in transfer chase for Denmark wonderkid with Barcelona also in the race

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      LIVERPOOL are interested in signing Lecce wonderkid Patrick Dorgu, according to reports.The youngster has earned comparisons to Andy Robertson and attracted attention from major European clubs.
      Patrick Dorgu has impressed for LecceCredit: Getty
      Dorgu, 18, broke into the Lecce first team this season and has made eight appearances in Serie A.
      And he has already impressed enough for Liverpool to begin monitoring his situation, report Gazzetta dello Sport.
      Manchester City are also said to be keen on the left-back, who is under contract until 2027.
      City could benefit from strengthening with Sergio Gomez the only recognised left-back in the squad following the departure of Joao Cancelo.
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      The Portuguese joined Barcelona on loan in the summer but the Spanish giants are also keen on Dorgu.
      However all three clubs could miss out on the Dane after he revealed his dream is to play for a different Premier League team.
      He said: “Chelsea is my dream to play for. I have been a fan of them for over 10 years, so it would be a huge dream to play for them.”
      The Blues could be on the lookout for a left-back following the injury to Ben Chilwell.
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      Levi Colwill has deputised in his absence but is more suited to playing in central defence, while boss Mauricio Pochettino has not been keen on using Marc Cucurella. More

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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