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      Luis Suarez breaks silence on sensational transfer to reunite with ex-Barcelona team-mate Lionel Messi at Inter Miami

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      LUIS SUAREZ has broken his silence on the speculation linking him with a move to Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami.The transfer would raise the prospect of Suarez and Messi reuniting two thirds of the iconic ‘MSN’ frontline which also included wantaway PSG forward Neymar.
      The iconic duo will not be reuniting this summerCredit: Getty
      But the forward spoke out to say that he is happy at Brazilian side Gremio, who he joined just six months ago.
      On the speculation linking him with a move to Inter Miami, which began immediately after Messi’s transfer was announced, Suarez told Uruguayan publication El Observador: “This is false, it is impossible,
      “‘I am very happy at Gremio and I have a contract until 2024.”
      The Uruguayan forward signed for Gremio from his boyhood club Nacional in January after helping the Uruguayan club win the league.
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      While a number of former European stars are making the switch to the MLS and Saudi Arabia, part of why Suarez signed for Gremio was due to its location, which borders Uruguay.
      Messi’s Inter Miami move will see him earn £43million-a-year which equates to £830,000-a-week.
      And according to The Athletic, his salary will be paid in part by Adidas, Apple and the rest of the MLS’ clubs.
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      The lucrative financial package was made to dissuade Messi from following in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema in joining a team in Saudi Arabia.  
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      The Saudi league were reportedly willing to offer Messi as much as £352m-a-year which works out at £6.7m-a-week.
      One former Barcelona player that could be joining Messi in Miami is midfielder Sergio Busquets.
      Busquets, 34, faces a familiar dilemma for ageing superstars around Europe in having to choose weigh up a move to the MLS alongside a move to Saudi Arabia.
      He reportedly has an offer worth £16m-a-year which equates to £308k-a-week from Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr. More

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      Xavi brutally KOs talk of Neymar return in boost to Man Utd & Chelsea after striker ‘offered himself to old team’

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      XAVI has emphatically shut down any rumours of a Neymar return to Barcelona.The Brazilian winger, 31, had reportedly offered himself to Barca after Lionel Messi’s romantic return to the Nou Camp failed to come to fruition.
      Xavi was not impressed by the prospect of Neymar returning to BarcaCredit: EPA
      Neymar joined PSG for a world record fee in 2017Credit: Getty
      Messi, 35, instead joined MLS side Inter Miami on a contract that will see him earn £43million-a-year which equates to £830,000-a-week.
      But Xavi was quick to shut down any chance of a reunion with Neymar.
      Xavi was asked about the rumours that the Brazilian had offered himself to Barcelona by podcast Jijantes FC and said: “I’m surprised… he’s not in our plan.
      “I really like Ney as a friend, but we have different priorities.”
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      Neymar and Xavi were Barcelona team-mates with the two playing together from 2013 to 2015 before Xavi left for Qatari club Al Sadd.
      Both were key players in a Barca side that won the treble in 2015.
      Neymar left Barcelona for PSG in 2017 for a world record fee of £200m.
      It is not the first time the forward has offered to return to Barca after enduring a mixed spell during his time in Paris.
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      Despite winning 13 trophies at PSG he has never established himself as the star man of the team, and has instead been overshadowed by Kylian Mbappe and Messi.
      Last year, Neymar told Brazil legend Ronaldo on the Fenomenos Podcast that he “tried everything” to return to Barcelona in the summer of 2019.
      Xavi’s comments have shut down any last notion of a return to the Catalan club but the Brazilian has suitors in the form of Manchester United and Chelsea.
      French outlet L’Equipe claim negotiations have taken place between Neymar’s team and United with the forward’s preference being to join the Manchester club.
      And Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has long been a fan of Neymar, reportedly holding a meeting to sign him back in February. More

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      Barcelona slammed by fans over ‘disrespectful’ Lionel Messi statement after he snubs return in favour of Inter Miami

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      BARCELONA have been criticised for releasing a “disrespectful” statement after Lionel Messi confirmed his move to Inter Miami. Messi, 35, is leaving PSG when his contract expires in the summer and Barca were in talks to bring the Argentine back.
      Lionel Messi is joining Inter Miami after a return to Barcelona collapsedCredit: Getty
      But their financial issues and concerns Messi had about returning to the spotlight made the move impossible, leaving the club legend to choose America as his next destination.
      In response, Barca said a statement which read: “President Laporta understood and respected Messi’s decision to want to compete in a league with fewer demands, further away from the spotlight and the pressure he has been subject to in recent years.
      “Both Joan Laporta and Jorge Messi also agreed to work together to promote a proper tribute from Barca fans to honour a footballer who has been, is, and always will be beloved by Barca.”
      But fans reacted furiously as one said: “That Barcelona statement was so unnecessary and disrespectful.”
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      Another added: “This was not necessary to tweet.
      “Clearly a PR move by you admin, it’s sad because this is my own club as well lmao but nah you guys should not have made this post literally just trying to make us look good yet again when we aren’t in the right”
      One raged: “This is low from Barcelona.
      “Considering they are talking about their best player in club history. Don’t patronise his decision. He can do what he wants.”
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      Messi confirmed his intention to join Inter Miami after a return to Barca collapsed when speaking to Diario Sport and Mundo Deportivo.
      He said: ”
      The Argentinian World Cup winner told Mundo Deportivo and Sport: “I’ve been supporting Barca during the year. I’m a fan.
      “I spoke to (manager) Xavi a lot, we discussed and we always had frequent exchanges.
      “I heard reports of La Liga giving the green light but the truth is that many, really many things were still missing in order to make my return to Barca happen
      “I didn’t want to be responsible for them to sell players or reduce salaries. I was tired.”
      Messi added: “I really wanted to return to Barça, I had that dream.
      “But after what happened two years ago, I did not want to be in the same situation again, leaving my future in the hands of someone else.
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      “After winning the World Cup and not being able to go to Barca, it’s time to go to MLS to live football in a different way and enjoy my day to day life more.
      “Obviously with the same responsibility and desire to win, and to do things well, but with more calm.”
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      Lionel Messi transfer race hots up with ‘just two clubs left in running’ to land Argentina legend after PSG exit

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      INTER MIAMI are reportedly preparing to hijack Barcelona’s attempt to sign Lionel Messi this summer.Messi, 35, is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain when his contract expires at the end of June.
      Inter Miami and Barcelona want to sign MessiCredit: The Mega Agency
      Barcelona have already expressed an interest in signing him, but the club’s current financial state could prove to be a stumbling block.
      The La Liga giants would have to sell several first-team players in order to fund the transfer, otherwise the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner – who is said to be eager to return to his former club – will be forced to look elsewhere.

      And according to The Athletic, David Beckham’s Inter Miami is another potential destination.
      The Florida-based side are currently working with Major League Soccer to solidify details surrounding the potential signing of Messi.
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      An anonymous source claims MLS executives have already been informed that the Argentina captain will choose either Barcelona or Inter Miami as his next club – he does not want to join Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema in Saudi Arabia.
      Adidas, Apple and MLS are all hoping to entice Messi to the United States this summer.
      Adidas – one of the league’s largest corporate sponsors – have reportedly proposed a profit-sharing agreement, meaning the forward would receive a cut of any increase in profits resulting from his MLS involvement.
      MLS and Apple have also discussed offering Messi a share of the revenue generated by new subscribers to the MLS Season Pass, the league’s streaming package on Apple TV+.
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      Beckham’s Inter Miami have offered the forward a lucrative dealCredit: AP
      In addition to these commercial proposals, MLS chiefs are understood to be willing to offer Messi the option to purchase a percentage of a team in the league upon his retirement.
      However, the forward is keen on the prospect of a fairytale return to Barcelona.
      Messi’s father and agent, Jorge, held talks with Barcelona president Joan Laporta on Monday morning to discuss the possibility of a free transfer.
      After the meeting, the 65-year-old admitted that his son is eager to return to the Nou Camp.
      He said: “Messi wants to return to Barca and I would love for him to come back. It is an option.”
      Messi joined Barcelona’s world renowned La Maisa academy at the age of 13 in 2000.
      After progressing through the ranks, he signed his first professional contract five years later and became a regular name in the first team.
      He went on to make 778 appearances for the La Liga giants, scoring 672 goals and assisting 303 in the process.
      The Argentina international was forced to leave Barcelona in 2021 due to the club’s financial state, so he joined PSG in a £25million transfer. More

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      Wolves star Ruben Neves ‘set to complete free transfer but manager DOESN’T WANT’ Arsenal target

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      RUBEN NEVES is reportedly set to complete a free transfer to Barcelona.However there is one issue with the move, manager Xavi does not want the Wolves star.
      Ruben Neves is reportedly on his way to BarcelonaCredit: Getty
      However manager Xavi does not want himCredit: Getty
      And would rather the club signed Martin ZubimendiCredit: Getty
      According to Fichajes, the Spanish boss does not have “absolute confidence” in the Arsenal transfer target to play in the key position.
      Neves is said to have agreed on a four-year contract at the Nou Camp, however, the move still relies on Ansu Fati agreeing terms with Wolves.
      The club will not be spending any money on signing the Portuguese international as he will be involved in a swap deal that will see highly-rated Fati, 20, move the other way.
      Super-agent Jorge Mendes represents both the players and will be handling the negotiations.
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      The report claims that Xavi would prefer to sign a different Arsenal target to play the role instead.
      The outlet suggests that Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi is his preferred choice.
      He has been tipped as one of the best midfielders in Spain, with Xavi suggesting he is an “extraordinary pivot”.
      He said: “They mirror a bit our style of play.
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      “Zubimendi is an extraordinary defensive midfielder, he understands the model we like at Barça, and he dominates with and without the ball.”
      Zubimendi has a release clause of £52million, a transfer that would be a lot more expensive for Barcelona.
      The club is still dealing with the financial issues that have been a hindrance over the last year. More

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      Lionel Messi’s dad spotted meeting Barcelona president before revealing where star wants to play next season

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      LIONEL MESSI wants to return to Barcelona this summer, according to his father and agent.The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner, 35, made his final appearance for Paris Saint-Germain in a shock 3-2 defeat to Clermont on Saturday.
      Messi will leave PSG this summerCredit: Getty
      Messi wants to re-join Barcelona, where he played for 17 yearsCredit: AFP
      🚨 Jorge Messi and Barcelona president Joan Laporta — meeting now to discuss Leo’s return after La Liga approved the plan.More to follow on the Messi saga, key hours and days ahead.🧨🎥 Exclusive video by @tjuanmarti pic.twitter.com/Fshgi2xX8f— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 5, 2023

      He won two successive Ligue 1 titles during his time in France, but Messi now has his sights set on an incredible return to his former club.
      Messi’s father and agent, Jorge, held talks with Barcelona president Joan Laporta on Monday morning to discuss the possibility of a free transfer.
      After the meeting, the 65-year-old admitted that his son is eager to return to the Nou Camp.
      He said: “Messi wants to return to Barca and I would love for him to come back. It is an option.”
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      Messi joined Barcelona’s world renowned La Maisa academy at the age of 13 in 2000.
      After progressing through the ranks, he signed his first professional contract five years later and became a regular name in the first team.
      He went on to make 778 appearances for the La Liga giants, scoring 672 goals and assisting 303 in the process.
      The Argentina international was forced to leave Barcelona in 2021 due to the club’s financial state, so he joined PSG in a £25million transfer.
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      While a return to Spain is still on the cards, Messi has also received interest from elsewhere.
      Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal remain interested in signing him.
      David Beckham’s Inter Miami are also keen to complete a deal. More

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      Fans spot Ruben Neves’ final Wolves act was ‘trying to kill’ Arsenal star Jorginho as he ‘agrees Barcelona transfer’

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      FANS have been left in hysterics over Ruben Neves’ final act for Wolves ahead of his possible transfer to Barcelona. The central-midfielder came off the bench in his side’s 5-0 defeat by Arsenal on the last day of the Premier League season.

      Ruben Neves booted the ball into Jorginho’s faceCredit: ESPN
      Jorginho was left on the floorCredit: ESPN
      It was Ruben Neves’ last touch with WolvesCredit: Getty
      Towards the end of the hammering, Neves took a free-kick and booted the ball directly into Jorginho’s face from just metres away.
      The Italian was knocked to the floor by the force of the impact.
      Supporters joked that he must’ve been “trying to kill” the Gunner.
      Another fan added: “Why did Neves try to destroy Jorginho’s face like that.”
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      More reacted: “Jorginho just got headshot by Neves.”
      A third added: “That was rude from Neves. Don’t think he meant it, but that one hurt.”
      Reports suggest that the Wolves ace is now heading to Barca with his contract expiring at Molineux next summer.
      He is set to sign a four-year deal at the LaLiga champions.
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      The deal could see Wolves pay the Catalan giants £26million and get winger Ansu Fati in return.
      However, the 20-year-old is yet to agree to the move, unlike Neves.
      Manchester United and Arsenal have been linked with singing the Wolves star, but Barca was always his dream move.
      Xavi has been looking to bolster his midfield for a low price as the club battle financial troubles and losing veteran Sergio Busquets. More

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      Lionel Messi ‘ready to play for Barcelona for FREE’ to secure transfer but LaLiga rules won’t allow it

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      LIONEL MESSI is ready to play for Barcelona FOR FREE but is being prevented by LaLiga rules, reports suggest. The Argentine superstar, 35, is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain when his contract expires in June.
      Lionel Messi would reportedly ‘gladly play for free’ at BarcelonaCredit: Getty
      But LaLiga rules are preventing such a deal from being completedCredit: PA
      A number of parties are interested in signing him, namely Inter Miami, clubs in Saudi Arabia and Barcelona.
      And according to CBS Sports reporter Ben Jacobs, Messi would “gladly” go back and play at his old stomping ground for free.
      However, writing in his column for CaughtOffside, Jacobs revealed La Liga rules would prevent such a transfer from materialising.
      He wrote: “Messi would likely and gladly play for free for Barcelona or with a massive pay cut, but this would be deemed as financial manipulation.”
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      Jacobs then went on to reveal there would likely be outgoings if a deal to bring Messi back could be found, including one of the club’s most valuable stars.
      He added: “So Barcelona’s problem is they need a lot of dominos to fall in place to pull off a Messi return, and that may also mean outgoings.
      “Ansu Fati could be one casualty even though he wants to stay at the club.”
      This could offer a boost to the likes of Manchester United, who have been linked with the Spanish winger in recent months.
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      But Jacobs believes any deal with Barcelona is “weeks” away from being hashed out, giving Middle Eastern interest a vital advantage.
      He concluded: “It’s hard to see Barcelona completing anything in a matter of weeks, and that’s what gives Saudi Arabia confidence.
      “A government-backed offer, supported by the Saudi Pro League, has been on the table since April.
      “Messi would earn around £320m-per-year [€370m], almost double Cristiano Ronaldo’s salary.
      “Many of the same dealmakers that took Ronaldo to Al-Nassr are involved.”
      Reports have suggested Messi has been offered an astonishing £1billion package to move to the Saudi league, which would see him DOUBLE Cristiano Ronaldo’s salary in the country.
      However, reports elsewhere suggest Inter Miami and Barcelona and concocting a plan which could see Messi sign for David Beckham’s Major League Soccer franchise before heading to Barca on loan.
      Messi could renew his rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Rex More