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      Barcelona looking to seal deal for ‘next Suarez’ Vitor Roque as 17-year-old Brazilian wonderkid stars at Paranaense

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      BARCELONA are reportedly closing in on the signing of Vitor Roque.The teenage sensation, known as “Tigrinho” in his native Brazil, has been earmarked for a transfer to the Camp Nou.
      Vitor Roque has been tipped for a transfer to BarcelonaCredit: AFP
      The Brazilian wonderkid has scored six goals in six games at the U20 South American ChampionshipsCredit: EPA
      Roque currently ply’s his trade for Brazilian Serie A outfit Athletico Paranaense.
      And according to Sport, Spanish giants Barcelona believe the 17-year-old has the mentality and characteristics to replace Luis Suarez in the medium term.
      However, more immediately he would fill the space left by Memphis Depay following his cut-price transfer to Atletico Madrid.
      Roque has been in terrific form for the Brazil Under 20 side at the 2023 U20 South American Championships, with six goals in as many games.
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      This tally puts him just three behind the record set by Neymar in 2011.
      The report indicates the Blaugrana have contacted two main figures at the South American club in order to get a deal over the line.
      The first is legendary coach Luiz Felipe Scolari, who moved into a football coordinator role following his retirement from management.
      The other is club CEO Alexandre Mattos, who is regarded as one of the most effective operators in the country after his success building the reigning champions Palmeiras.
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      Barcelona’s financial limitations mean a transfer will need to be a cost-savvy one, with his current market value estimated to be under £10million.
      But before the next window rolls around they will have a Europa League play-off clash against Manchester United to contend with. More

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      Ex-Barcelona star Jasper Cillessen sued by ex-partner for ‘abandoning family by not paying child’s hospital costs’

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      FORMER Barcelona goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen is reportedly being sued by his ex-partner for allegedly not paying his child’s hospital costs. The goalie is currently playing out in the Netherlands after several years in between the stick for Spanish clubs.
      Cillessen was the back-up keeper at Barcelona between 2016 and 2019Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      He moved to Eredivisie last summer as he returned to youth club NEC.
      Off the pitch the keeper could be set to face trouble as AS report that his ex-partner Maria Moran has sued him.
      Cillessen allegedly did not pay the hospital fees of his and Moran’s young daughter, which is reported to have come to 1,200 euros, which is just over £1,000.
      Moran, who works as a journalist, has now reportedly filed a complaint over abandonment of family.
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      AS report that the father of Moran had to pay the hospital fees from his savings.
      Cillessen has not yet publicly addressed the allegations.
      The 33-year-old, spent three years at Barcelona between 2016 and 2019.
      He was back-up keeper for the most part and would only make a handful of appearances every season, normally in cup competitions.
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      The goalie would then head to Valencia where would stay for three years also.
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      The Dutchman had previously spent five years at Ajax.
      He is now back in Holland in his second spell at NEC, having previously broken into their first team from the youth academy in 2010. More

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      Inter Milan reveal they DID speak with Lionel Messi over sensational transfer.. but couldn’t compete with PSG millions

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      INTER MILAN have revealed they attempted to land Lionel Messi when he left Barcelona – but could not compete with PSG’s financial muscle. Europe’s biggest clubs were put on high alert during the summer of 2021 as one of football’s greatest players suddenly became available.
      After an incredible World Cup, Messi is looking to end his club season on a highCredit: Getty
      Barcelona’s financial issues left Messi with no choice but to leave the Nou Camp, leading to the star giving a teary press conference as he confirmed his departure.
      PSG quickly emerged as the favourite – but other teams had been eyeing the Argentine.
      Italian giants Inter were among the those clubs and even held talks with Messi. But Inter legend and club vice-president Javier Zanetti told DAZN that ultimately they could not compete with their European rivals.
      He said: “I was surprised when he [Messi] left Barcelona.
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      “Realistically, we cannot compete with PSG or Premier League clubs, but due to our rapport, we spoke when there was a chance.”
      It quickly became clear that Messi’s was bound for the Parc de Princes to link up with Kylian Mbappe and Neymar.
      The 35-year-old fell short of his very high standards in his opening season at Paris Saint-Germain.
      He scored six goals and registered 14 assists in 26 league games.
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      But this season has seen the forward return to his irresistible best and he is already in double figures for both goals and assists.
      Whatever he achieves at PSG this season, it is unlikely to top Messi’s incredible feat in Qatar.
      Going into the 2022 World Cup knowing it was going to be his last chance to win football’s most coveted trophy, he was consistently brilliant and dragged Argentina into the final.
      He was then the difference maker in a bonkers final as the South American side saw off France on penalties.
      Messi is currently in discussions with PSG over a new contract with his deal running out in the summer. More

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      Ronaldinho’s son Joao Mendes, 17, signs for Barcelona as he follows in legendary dad’s footsteps

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      THE son of Barcelona legend Ronaldinho has followed in his father’s footsteps and signed for the club. Joao de Assis Moreira, known as Joao Mendes, has joined the Catalan giants after being on trial since January.
      Joao Mendes has joined Barcelona, where his father Ronaldinho starredCredit: Instagram
      Ronaldinho’s son is a strikerCredit: Instagram
      Ronaldinho is a legend at Barca and says he’ll now be ‘more present than ever’Credit: AP:Associated Press
      The 17-year-old was previously at Brazilian side Cruzerio before his contract was terminated.
      He supposedly possesses some of the same silky skills his dad was famous for, but he is a striker rather than an attacking midfielder.
      On his son’s move, Ronaldinho said via Marca: “Yes he is coming now.
      “I’m never out of the club. Barcelona is part of life. Wherever I go I take Barcelona with me.
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      “With the arrival of my son at Barca I’ll be more present than ever.”
      Mendes will now join the iconic La Masia academy, which is responsible for nurturing talent like Lionel Messi, Andres Iniesta, Gavi and current manager Xavi.
      Ronaldinho currently works as an ambassador for the club
      The 42-year-old has legendary status at the Nou Camp after an incredible five season stay.
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      Ronaldinho played 207 times, netting 94 goals and registering 70 assists.
      The Brazil icon helped the team win two LaLiga titles and one Champions League trophy.
      He was also crowned the 2005 Ballon d’Or winner while at Barca. More

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      Frenkie de Jong’s girlfriend hilariously trolls Man Utd fans over failed transfer ahead of Barcelona Europa League clash

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      FRENKIE DE JONG’S girlfriend had a hilarious response for Manchester United fans desperate to get an update on the Barcelona midfielder. De Jong was at the centre of a long-running transfer saga in the summer as the Red Devils desperately tried to spring him from the Nou Camp.
      Mikky Kiemeney is the glamorous girlfriend of Barca midfielder de JongCredit: Instagram / @mikkykiemeney
      But the deal could not be done and the star now faces playing United twice in the Europa League this month.
      Girlfriend of de Jong, Mikky Kiemeney, couldn’t help but have fun with United fans still pining over a potential move.
      One asked her on Instagram: “when’s Frenkie coming to Manchester?”
      Kiemeney replied by uploading a picture of Barcelona’s upcoming fixtures, pinpointing the European second-leg at Old Trafford on February 23, before a deadpan response of: “23-2 I guess.”
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      Despite the transfer speculation and a row over wages, de Jong has settled back into the Barca team and appeared in all but two league games this season.
      He is fighting to get into a talented midfield which includes young Spain stars Pedri and Gavi and veteran Sergio Busquets, who went off injured in the weekend win over Sevilla.
      Barcelona are a side fit and firing at the moment as they look to win their first league title under Xavi.
      Real Madrid’s loss at Mallorca over the weekend means the Catalan club now have an eight point lead in the La Liga race.
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      It should be a titanic Europa League tussle with a Man United side who are in devastating form of their own.
      Erik ten Hag’s team have only lost one of their last 15 games and have won 12 home matches on the bounce in all competitions.
      With de Jong not joining, United instead swooped for Christian Eriksen and Casemiro who have both boosted the club’s midfield.
      But Eriksen is set to be out until April with injury while Casemiro will be suspended for United’s next three domestic games.
      Marcel Sabitzer was also recruited on transfer deadline day and made his debut off the bench in Saturday’s win over Crystal Palace. More

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      Diogo Dalot ‘on verge of signing new long-term Man Utd contract’ as Barcelona give up on transfer

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      DIOGO DALOT is set to sign a new contract as Barcelona prepare to give up hope of landing the full-back, reports suggest.The defender is enjoying his best season at Old Trafford so far and has been thriving under Erik ten Hag.
      Dalot returned to the United bench on Saturday after weeks on the sidelinesCredit: AFP
      Dalot was one of four Manchester United players to have a one year extension clause triggered in December, meaning his current deal now runs until the summer of 2024.
      But the Red Devils are now looking towards the long-term and are hoping to tie the 23-year-old to a new contract.
      Mundo Deportivo report that a deal is close with Dalot on the brink of putting pen to paper.
      They say that United have been pursuing a new deal since the Portuguese international returned from the World Cup.
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      And in a big boost to the Premier League side, the report adds that Barcelona are beginning to see a move for the right-back as “unfeasible”.
      The Catalan giants had long been linked to Dalot but he has proven to be increasingly important to ten Hag’s side.
      He was a regular starter before the World Cup and successfully managed to keep Aaron Wan-Bissaka out the team.
      But Dalot’s season has been hampered by injury in recent weeks after he limped off with a knock in a Carabao Cup clash with Charlton last month.
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      But the star did return to the bench in the weekend win over Crystal Palace.
      Dalot arrived at Man United in 2018 but initially struggled to cement the right-back spot permanently.
      But this season he has gone from strength to strength and regularly plays alongside Raphael Varane, Lisandro Martinez and Luke Shaw in what appears to be ten Hag’s first-choice back four. More

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      Man Utd ‘lead race’ for Barcelona wonderkid Ansu Fati but he has a €1BILLION release clause

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      MANCHESTER UNITED lead the way for a sensational swoop for Barcelona wonderkid Ansu Fati, reports suggest.However, Fati, 20, carries a world record €1billion (£898million) release clause and Barca are not keen to let their young star go.
      Manchester United are keeping tabs on Barcelona’s €1billion star Ansu FatiCredit: Getty
      Manchester United lead the way for Barcelona star Ansu FatiCredit: Rex
      According to Sport, United understand the Blaugrana’s position but have still expressed an interest in case the exit door creaks open.
      This comes at a time when the winger is becoming increasingly unsettled at the Nou Camp due to the lack of minutes.
      The Spain international was considered the next rising star when he made his senior debut at the tender age of 17 in 2020.
      However, persistent knee problems have hampered Fati’s development.
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      Although the Spaniard has already played 30 times this season, he has only started nine times and completed a full match just twice.
      As a result, United and other Premier League clubs are keeping tabs on the forward.
      In fact, the Red Devils pose as the likeliest candidate to complete a potential deal.
      The Manchester giants are hoping Barcelona’s financial problems would help their cause and dramatically reduce his astronomical release clause.
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      United are still searching for a top attacker to replace Cristiano Ronaldo.
      Erik ten Hag’s side is also keeping tabs on Napoli superstar Victor Osimhen, who has registered a whopping total of 15 goals and four assists in 20 appearances this season.
      But the Red Devils are facing intense competition from Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain. More

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      Barcelona 18 SECONDS late to submit paperwork for LA Galaxy star and face nervous wait to see if they can sign him

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      BARCELONA reportedly face missing out on a transfer for a Major League Soccer prodigy after submitting the paperwork for the transfer 18 SECONDS late.LA Galaxy defender Julian Araujo, 21, was set to join Barcelona Atletic – the club’s B team – on deadline day in a £3.2million ($4m) transfer.
      Julian Araujo is awaiting a verdict on whether he can join BarcelonaCredit: Getty
      Barcelona football director Mateu Alemany revealed the 18 second paperwork discrepancy cost see the deal collapseCredit: Getty
      However, a computer error meant the necessary paperwork to complete the deal was not submitted until 18 seconds after the deadline had passed.
      Barcelona director of football Mateu Alemany explained the situation ahead of the team’s clash with Real Betis.
      He said: “It is true that it could not be done due to a system error. It was for 18 seconds, we will see what FIFA says.”
      Mexican journalist Kery Ruiz added context to the situation on Twitter: “Right now, Julian Araujo is a player for the LA Galaxy. They took a long time yesterday to start the paperwork.
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      “They wanted to sell Bellerín first. They entered documents and allege that the system did not let them upload files.
      “That’s why he’s a few seconds late. This is explained to Fifa today.”
      He later added that while the club are hopeful of a deal going through, the club’s board expect to be left disappointed due to exceptions rarely being made.
      Araujo is an American-born Mexican international who plays at right-back for Galaxy.
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      He made 33 MLS appearances last season, registering five assists as their season ended in the quarter-final play-offs against eventual winners LAFC.
      Gareth Bale, who recently retired, scored in the play-off final and the shootout to help the club win the trophy, though he did not feature in the clash against Galaxy due to a leg injury. More