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      Barcelona star Martin Braithwaite demands £4MILLION to leave Nou Camp as stand-off with cash-strapped Catalans goes on

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      MARTIN BRAITHWAITE is reportedly demanding a £4million payoff to leave Barcelona this summer.The 31-year-old is surplus to requirements at the Nou Camp this summer.
      Martin Braithwaite wants £4million to rip up his Barcelona contractCredit: Getty
      And broke Barcelona want to get rid of Braithwaite to ease their financial worries.
      The Danish striker has so far refused all transfer offers to leave.
      And Braithwaite will only accept terminating his contract if his wages are met in full.
      That amounts to £98,000-a-week for the next two years.
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      And the Mail claims Braithwaite is seeking an immediate £4m total payment before agreeing to Barcelona’s wishes.
      However, the Catalans have no intention of reaching that figure.
      They are instead happy to pay off one year of Braithwaite’s salary, which amounts to £2m.
      It’s believed the ex-Middlesbrough man currently has an offer on the table from LaLiga rivals Mallorca.
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      But he is determined to hold out until his demands are met by Barca.
      Earlier this month, it was claimed the Spaniards are ready to do whatever it takes to offload Braithwaite before his salary counts towards LaLiga’s limits for this season.

      Barcelona are now exploring legal options that will allow them not to pay his entire contract.
      And they are also considering terminating Braithwaite’s deal on transfer deadline day to leave him without a club until January.
      Braithwaite has been at Barcelona since February 2020 after a shock move from Leganes.
      He has gone on to score ten goals in 58 games.
      But with Robert Lewandowski, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Memphis Depay all battling for a place in attack, Braithwaite’s chances of playing again for Barcelona are virtually zero.
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      Aubameyang and Depay have also been tipped to leave the Nou Camp.
      Aubameyang is a target for Chelsea, while Depay is wanted by Man United after seeing a move to Juventus collapse. More

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      Samuel Umtiti breaks down in tears over Lecce fans’ welcome after completing loan transfer from Barcelona

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      SAMUEL UMTITI received a hero’s welcome from Lecce fans upon his arrival in Italy on Thursday.The defender, 28, joined the newly-promoted Serie A side on a season-long loan from Barcelona this week.
      Umtiti broke down in tears upon his arrival in ItalyCredit: @matt_eoo0
      He received an overwhelming reception from Lecce fansCredit: @matt_eoo0
      And as he touched down in Salento he was mobbed by a large crowd of thrilled Lecce supporters who proceeded to greet him with a chant.
      It was clearly a moving moment for Umtiti as the Frenchman struggled to hold back the tears as he was being interviewed by media.
      He is eager to get his career back on track after spending the majority of his Barcelona spell on the sidelines.
      Umtiti, who joined the Catalan giants in 2016, was limited to just one appearance last season due to various injuries including a broken toe and numerous knee issues.
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      Barcelona officials were eager to move him on in a bid to make way for summer signing Jules Kounde, who joined from Sevilla in a £46million transfer last month.
      Umtiti had been heavily linked with a move to Arsenal at the beginning of the year, but an injury prevented the deal from being completed.
      He was also in talks with Olympiacos and Rennes over a potential transfer before agreeing to join Lecce earlier this week.
      The Italian side have endured a tough start to life in Serie A.
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      They sit 19th in the table after suffering two consecutive defeats to Sassuolo and Inter Milan respectively.
      But manager Marco Baroni believes Umtiti will help provide some much needed experience for the squad.
      And the defender is hoping to revive his career and reclaim his spot in the French national team. More

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      Chelsea’s £25million Aubameyang transfer stalls as Blues refuse to give Barcelona striker, 33, two-year contract

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      THOMAS TUCHEL’S hopes of a reunion with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang are stalling over personal terms.The Barcelona striker wants a deal for at least two years while Chelsea are only prepared to offer a one-season contract.
      Chelsea are unwilling to give Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang more than a one-year dealCredit: AFP
      Aubameyang is 33 and Chelsea are mindful of his age and committing to a long-term agreement – broadly in line with their policy on older players.
      It is still hoped a compromise will be reached and that the former Arsenal captain will return to the Premier League before next Thursday’s transfer deadline.
      Tuchel wants Aubameyang to join him at Stamford Bridge to provide the outlet needed in front of goal as an out-and-out centre forward with bags of experience.
      Chelsea are relying on the use of so-called “false nines” – using attacking midfielder Kai Havertz or Raheem Sterling in the striker’s usual position.
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      Tuchel can call on rookie Armando Broja but the 20-year-old Albanian has only one full term under his belt in the Premier League on loan at Southampton last season where he impressed, scoring nine goals.
      Aubameyang has a deal until 2025 at Barcelona although there is a chance to re-negotiate at the end of this season.
      He played for Tuchel previously at Borussia Dortmund and the pair remain close.
      Chelsea are reluctant to hand out long-term contracts to players over 30 and have encountered problems in the past with this.
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      Defender David Luiz and winger Willian left as a result. Current captain Cesar Azpilicueta was tempted to leave in the summer when Barcelona offered him a longer contract than was on offer at Stamford Bridge, although he stayed in the end.
      Chelsea and Barcelona are largely in agreement over Aubameyang with a fee of around £25m to be paid – but it now needs the player and the club to sort out terms. More

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      Chelsea transfer target Aubameyang ‘waves goodbye’ to Barcelona fans during Man City game as Blues prepare final offer

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      PIERRE-EMERICK AUBAMEYANG appeared to bid farewell to Barcelona fans in his team’s friendly against Manchester City as his exit to Chelsea looms.Aubameyang has been identified by Chelsea as the man to boost their attack following the departures of Timo Werner and Romelu Lukaku.
      Aubameyang seemed to confirm his Barcelona exit with a telling wave during their friendly draw with Man City as Chelsea close in on his signature
      At present, Thomas Tuchel’s side only have the inexperienced Armando Broja to rely on as a striker by trade.
      They splashed £50million on winger Raheem Sterling this summer, but still lack firepower upfront.
      Chelsea’s dire need for goals was exposed during their 3-0 loss to Leeds last weekend.
      This is why they’ve presented Barcelona with a final offer of £17m to secure Aubameyang’s services.
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      And the ex-Arsenal forward seemed to confirm his Barca exit with a telling wave to Barca’s supporters at the Nou Camp.
      Aubameyang reminded fans what they’ll be missing as he put on a sizzling display in Barca’s 3-3 draw against Manchester City.
      The 33-year-old’s goal cancelled out City’s opener, and Barca fans showed their appreciation for his input by giving him a standing ovation when he was subbed.
      Aubameyang simply cracked a smile and offered a wave to the home crowd as the rapturous gesture engulfed the stadium.
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      His love affair with Barca fans has developed over the course of seven months since he joined in February from Arsenal.
      The Gabon international made an instant impact at the club ina short space of time – scoring 13 goals in 23 La Liga and Europa League games last season.
      Barca would prefer to keep hold of Aubameyang but need to balance to books in order to register new signing Jules Kounde. More

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      ‘Barcelona like him a lot’ – Pep Guardiola opens door to Bernardo Silva transfer exit after Man City’s Nou Camp friendly

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      PEP GUARDIOLA confirmed that he will not stop Bernardo Silva from leaving Manchester City to join Barcelona, if he wants to.The Portuguese midfielder has been linked with Barcelona throughout the summer.
      Bernardo Silva might seek a move to Barcelona during the last few days of the transfer windowCredit: Getty
      The 28-year-old still has three years left on his contract that keeps him at Man City.
      The midfielder would cost Barcelona £80million, which they are struggling to whip up due to their financial turmoil.
      Silva featured in the friendly against Barcelona last night, which took place at Nou Camp.
      The match ended in a 3-3 draw, thanks to a controversial penalty earned by Erling Haaland, who was accused by Barca fans of diving.
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      After the match, Pep was asked about Bernardo’s future and revealed that the Portuguese is interested in a move to Catalunya.
      Guardiola said: “He is our player.
      “We want him to be with us because he is very important.
      “Having said that, I don’t want anyone to be unhappy.
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      “But I don’t want him to leave because he is a superlative player.
      “As a player and as a person, he is one of the best I have ever had.
      “In any competition he is the best player.
      “If an offer arrives there are seven days left and if Bernardo leaves we would have to go to the market and it’s not easy.
      “Having said that, Bernardo likes Barcelona a lot.”
      Pep’s words contradicts with what City’s CEO Ferran Soriano said about Silva not leaving the club.
      When speaking with Spanish outlet Que T’hi Jugues, Sorian said: “It’s a little late [in the transfer window] to talk about ins and outs.
      “This story has taken many turns and in the end it has never moved from its starting point.”
      Barca boss Xavi was questioned about the matter, and he was realistic in his answers and left little space for rumours.
      The Barca legend said: “Who doesn’t like Bernardo Silva? Or Haaland or De Bruyne?
      “Silva has great decision-making ability, he protects the ball very well, he’s very good.
      “It depends on City.
      “But now there’s no news.”
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      So far this season, Silva scored the equalising goal and assisted one, in the 3-3 draw against Newcastle.
      He’s started every Premier League outing so far, adding to the 253 games he played across all competitions, scoring 48 goals and registering 50 assists. More

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      De Jong and Aubameyang put on sizzling display to put Premier League suitors on red alert in Barcelona vs Man City draw

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      FRENKIE DE JONG and Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang put on an el of a show at the Nou Camp by scoring against the Prem champs.Ex-Arsenal man Auba cracked in a sweet strike to cancel out Julian Alvarez’s opener and get Chelsea licking their lips ahead of a mooted £25million move.
      Manchester City faced Barcelona in a friendly at the Nou Camp on Wednesday nightCredit: Rex
      Manchester United target Frenkie de Jong found the back of the net in the matchCredit: AFP
      Chelsea target Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was also on targetCredit: GETTY
      Blues boss Thomas Tuchel coached Auba at Dortmund and will have been impressed as he continues his hunt for a striker.
      A number of other superstars also dazzled in the match, which was a friendly to raise money for an amyotrophic lateral sclerosis charity.
      De Jong was on target, which will no doubt seduce Manchester United boss Erik Ten Hag further as he eyes a £56.2million transfer.
      The Dutchman was spotted swapping notes with Bernardo Silva, with his move potentially paving the way for the Portuguese winger’s arrival at the Catalan Giants.
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      Cole Palmer coolly equalised for the visitors after De Jong had put Barca in the driving seat and Memphis Depay looked to have wrapped things up with a late strike.
      It may have been a parting gift given talk of a shock late swoop from United for Depay – five years after selling him.
      Barca really lived up to their motto ‘Mes Que Un Club’ (more than a club) with all proceeds of the match going to the ALS research charity Fundacion Luzon.
      The club’s former goalkeeper and coach Unzue was diagnosed with the disease two years ago and played with Pep Guardiola at Barcelona under Johan Cruyff.
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      City newbie Alvarez, who arrived from River Plate in July, will have done his hero and Argentina compatriot Sergio Aguero proud by breaking the deadlock after 21 minutes.
      It was, however, a comical goal as a routine Sergio Gomez cross spilled out of Inaki Pena’s clutches, leaving Alvarez the simple task of slotting home from close range.
      But Aubameyang raised the tiny roof above the 91,062 fans just nine minutes later with a fierce drive at the back post after latching o nto a Sergio Busquets header.
      The 1,500 travelling City supporters were mixed in with the Barca mob, but both sets of fans put their differences aside to celebrate the cause.
      The biggest racket actually came from kids when Erling Haaland strutted on to the sidelines for his warm-up.
      Riyad Mahrez levelled the scores from the penalty spotCredit: Getty
      De Jong then nudged Barca ahead after pouncing on sloppy City defending after being teed up by Depay on 66 minutes.
      But it was quickly cancelled out by Palmer, who tapped in a peach of a pass from Joao Cancelo.
      Depay put Xavi’s side back in the driving seat with an expert finish thanks to Sergio Robert’s inch-perfect cross.
      Eyebrows had been raised over the friendly being held three weeks after the Prem season had already started, and you can see why when Luke Mbete was precautionarily stretchered off after a clash of heads with Andreas Christensen.
      A cacophony of boos rang around the Nou Camp as Haaland dived and won a penalty in the dying seconds.
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      Even the Norwegian icon couldn’t hide the snigger on his face before Riyad Mahrez fired in the equaliser from the spot.
      After four days of soaking up the Catalan sunshine, Pep’s bronzed stars will hope to sizzle against Crystal Palace on Saturday.
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      Man Utd and Chelsea joined in Frenkie de Jong transfer chase by Bayern Munich as Germans consider Coutinho-style move

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      BAYERN MUNICH have joined Manchester United and Chelsea in the race for Frenkie de Jong, according to reports. The Barcelona star has been pursued by the Red Devils all summer before Chelsea joined them in the race.
      Bayern Munich have reportedly joined Man Utd and Chelsea in the race for Frenkie de JongCredit: Getty
      Philippe Coutinho signed for Bayern Munich from Barcelona on loan with an option to buy but the Germans didn’t take up the offerCredit: AFP or licensors
      But Spanish press now claim Bayern are ready to swoop in with a late bid.
      The Bundesliga champions are said to be weighing up offering Barca a similar deal to the one that saw Philippe Coutinho join the club for one season from the Nou Camp three years ago.
      Catalan outlet Sport report Bayern would table a loan move with the option to buy.
      However, it is proving a difficult challenge to lure the Dutch midfielder away from Barcelona.
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      He is only willing to leave if he is paid the £14million he is owed in deferred wages.
      The 25-year-old has been at the Catalan giants since 2019 playing 142 times.
      Man Utd have just signed another midfielder in Casemiro but Erik ten Hag is not giving up on the chance to work with De Jong again.
      They are launching one final attempt to get a deal over the line with United chiefs flying to Spain to help seal the transfer.
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      On the contrary, reports from Sky Germany suggest Bayern Munich will not sign De Jong this summer.
      They are happy with new signing Ryan Gravenberch in midfield, who is also a product of the Ajax academy like De Jong.
      As for United, they have a number of transfers they are trying to complete before next week’s deadline.
      They want to bring in Ajax winger Antony with the transfer nearing completion, according to reports. More

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      Chelsea moving closer to sealing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang transfer with £25m set to be enough for Barcelona striker

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      CHELSEA are moving closer to landing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in a bid to beef up their forward options.An improved £25million offer could be enough to see the former Arsenal captain, 33, return to England  from Barcelona.
      Chelsea are moving closer to landing Pierre-Emerick AubameyangCredit: Rex
      Blues boss Thomas Tuchel coached Auba at Dortmund and is looking for a designated striker to lead his front line.
      Romelu Lukaku, 29, is currently on loan at Inter Milan and 20-year-old rookie Armando Broja injured.
      Sunday’s 3-0 defeat at Leeds has crystallised the need for more bodies to help Chelsea compete for the title this season after they dropped five points in the last two matches.
      Tuchel believes he can get the best out of the wayward star who had his contract cancelled  by Arsenal in January.
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      The new  offer includes around £3.5m in add-ons.
      Barcelona boss Xavi is having to be convinced to let Aubameyang go but seems to be coming round slowly to the idea.
      And the player is more accepting of a move back to the Prem as he will not be first-choice striker.
      Robert Lewandowski arrived for £42.5m at the Nou Camp from Bayern Munich, and recently scored twice against Real Sociedad.
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      But any deal the other way for Chelsea left-back Marcos Alonso would have to be separate.
      Alonso, 31, wants out and Tuchel has already signed Marc Cucurella to cover his role.
      It leaves England international Ben Chilwell fighting for the left-wingback spot with Cucurella.
      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was managed by Thomas Tuchel at DortmundCredit: Reuters More