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      Man Utd transfer blow as target Arkadiusz Milik joins Marseille in loan transfer with £10.6m guarantee to buy

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      MANCHESTER UNITED target Arkadiusz Milik has joined Marseille on loan from Napoli until June 2022.
      And the Ligue 1 side have an obligation to buy the striker for £10.6million at the end of the period.

      Marseille have loaned Man Utd target Arkadiusz Milik from NapoliCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      The Polish forward flew to France earlier this week to complete his medical.
      And Napoli announced the deal had been done on Thursday morning.
      The Serie A side tweeted: “Napoli announces that the footballer Arkadiusz Milik has been transferred, on a temporary basis until 30 June 2022 with obligation of redemption, to Olympique de Marseille.”
      Marseille will pay around £7million at the end of the loan period with the remaining £3.6m being made up in in bonuses.

      And they will also reportedly have to pay 20 per cent of any future sale to Napoli.
      The 26-year-old has not played for the Italians this season having been left out of their Serie A and Champions League squads.
      He joined Napoli from Ajax in 2016 and scored 48 goals in all competitions.
      Marseille have not won in three games and have dropped to sixth in Ligue 1 – ten points off leaders Paris Saint-Germain.

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      📌 | La SSCN comunica che il calciatore Arkadiusz Milik è stato trasferito, a titolo temporaneo fino al 30 giugno 2022 con obbligo di riscatto, all’Olympique de Marseille. pic.twitter.com/z0KyLwZcHt
      — Official SSC Napoli (@sscnapoli) January 21, 2021

      Man Utd were heavily linked with the Poland international in the summer and were said to have held talks over a £25million move.
      Tottenham were chasing the former Bayer Leverkusen man too but cooled their interest after they signed Carlos Vinicius instead.
      Milik fluffed a trial at Spurs in 2011.
      He didn’t have an ideal childhood, and was abandoned by his dad as a young boy.
      By the age of six he allegedly smoked and shoplifted, as it appeared he was going wayward.
      However, it was a Polish football coach who saw his talent and helped him achieve his dream of becoming a footballer.
      And he could’ve ended up at Tottenham – who were said to be willing to pay £25m for the target man – earlier on in his career.
      However, an unsuccessful trial as a teen, under the watchful eye of former manager Harry Redknapp, meant Spurs didn’t fancy paying his then £100,000 fee.
      Everton were also linked at the end of last season with Carlo Ancelotti keen to provide competition for Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
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      Marseille boss Villas-Boas slams Aston Villa for ‘pathetic, weak’ transfer bid for £20m-rated Morgan Sanson

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      MARSEILLE manager Andre Villas-Boas has slammed Aston Villa’s ‘pathetic’ offer for midfielder Morgan Sanson.
      The 26-year-old Frenchman has attracted interest from a number of Premier League clubs including Arsenal, Tottenham and West Ham following some superb displays in Ligue 1.

      Sanson has impressed for Marseille so far this seasonCredit: PA:Press Association

      It is Villa who have made the first approach for the £20million man, but their offer has been met with anger by Villas-Boas.
      “We had a very, very weak offer from Aston Villa which we turned down. It was pathetic,” he told French TV channel Telefoot Chaine after Marseille lost 1-0 to Lens on Wednesday.
      “I hope that he (Sanson) continues to remain professional.”
      Sanson has scored two goals and assisted another three in 12 Ligue 1 appearances so far in the 2020-21 campaign.

      The form he is showing follows on from his stellar 2019-20 performances which saw him score five goals and assist five more during the shortened Ligue 1 season.
      Sanson joined Marseille from Montpellier at the beginning of 2017 and was a part of the side that reached the Europa League final the following season, before being beaten by Atletico Madrid.
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      Sanson would join other creative talents such as Grealish at VillaCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      He has also been capped ten times for the France Under-21s, but never received a call-up to the senior squad.

      Villa are looking to add to their squad as they eye a spot in Europe for next season.
      Dean Smith’s team currently sit 11th in the Premier League table, eight points off Liverpool in fourth but with three games in hand.
      Villa boss Smith was charged by the FA on Thursday after calling referee Jon Moss and his assistants ‘clowns’ following Bernardo Silva’s controversial goal which led to Manchester City beating his side 2-0.

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      PSG boss Pochettino open to giving Neymar time off to attend his sister’s birthday party in Brazil

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO has revealed he is open to allowing Neymar time off to celebrate his sister’s birthday.
      The Paris Saint-Germain forward, 28, has infamously missed a number of matches around March 11 – the date of Rafaella Santos’ big day.

      Neymar will be allowed to ask for time off to celebrate sister Rafaella’s birthdayCredit: Instagram @neymarjr

      The winger even boasts a tattoo of his sibling

      In 2019, Neymar was absent that week for the fifth year running.
      An ankle injury meant he was free to celebrate with Rafaella and a fractured toe made him available the year earlier.
      After helping Barcelona secure a stunning 6-1 Champions League win over PSG on March 8 in 2017, he missed a LaLiga defeat to Deportivo La Coruna four days later with muscle pain.
      In 2015 and 2016, he suffered suspensions as fans began to notice the stunning coincidence.

      But Pochettino, 48, has claimed that he is willing to negotiate a leave of absence to allow Neymar his family outing.
      The PSG coach told Spanish radio show El Larguero: “When the time comes, we’ll see.

      After 12 years, I realise that I am more flexible each time and that I like to negotiate everything.
      Mauricio Pochettino

      “It’s important to be very good at tactics, but management is fundamental.
      “When I started coaching, I told myself that I was going to be inflexible and that I would not let anything go.

      “But after 12 years, I realise that I am more flexible each time and that I like to negotiate everything.
      “Today, the new generation like to give their opinions, to be listened to. Discussion must take precedence.

      Mauricio Pochettino has opened the door to talks with NeymarCredit: Reuters

      “Nothing is won by imposing things. You have to discuss, negotiate.”
      Last season saw Neymar play for PSG against Borussia Dortmund on Rafaella’s birthday – although the onset of the coronavirus pandemic may have impacted his ability to attend celebrations anyway.
      And the Champions League should again be the priority in 2021 with the French giants facing Barcelona in the second leg of their last-16 tie on March 10.

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      Neymar’s ex-girlfriend Natalia Barulich looks sensational in flesh-coloured bikini after unveiling dramatic new look

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      NEYMAR’S ex-girlfriend set pulses racing as she unveiled her new look on Instagram.
      Natalia Barulich, 29, shared a series of stunning snaps with her 3.6million followers.

      Natalia Barulich was rumoured to be dating Neymar in February 2020Credit: Instagram @natalia

      The model looked unrecognisable as she showed off her new blonde hair.
      Barulich, who was brunette, stripped off for the photoshoot.
      She wore a skimpy flesh-coloured underwear set and had a white blazer over her shoulders.
      The Cuban-Croatian beauty added the caption: “Tell me something, but say it with your hands slow.”

      Some fans decided to tag Neymar in the comment section to show him exactly what he’s missing.
      Barulich was first rumoured to be dating the Brazilian striker in February 2020.
      She posted a photograph of them together as she wished him a happy birthday.
      The model wrote: “Everyone knows how extraordinarily talented you are, but if they could only see how real & beautiful you are inside your heart.

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      The stunning model loves to bombard her fans with sexy snapsCredit: Instagram @natalia

      Natalie Barulich has racked up 3.6million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @natalia

      “You have all my respect and honour bebe.”
      Barulich was in a relationship with Maluma before she was linked to Neymar.
      After her split from the Colombian singer, he released a song about their break-up.
      Neymar his PSG team-mates seemed to taunt Maluma by singing his single following their victory over RB Leipzig.
      The striker’s last serious girlfriend was Brazilian actress and model Bruna Marquezine.
      Following their split, he has been linked to a long list of women including Swiss stunner Liza Brito.
      And he has now sparked speculation that he is dating Emilia Mernes after a romantic exchange on social media.

      Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar has been single since his split from actress and model Bruna MarquezineCredit: AFP or licensors

      Neymar’s ex-girlfriend has decided to ditch her brunette hairCredit: Instagram @natalia

      Neymar still follows Natalie Barulich on InstagramCredit: Instagram @natalia

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      How PSG would line up with Lionel Messi, Dele Alli and Hector Bellerin as Pochettino transfer plans take shape

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are lining up some huge transfers in 2021.
      And the French champions’ starting XI would be phenomenal if they managed to land their biggest targets including Lionel Messi, Hector Bellerin and Dele Alli.

      How PSG could line up if they land their biggest targets

      PSG are ‘hovering like vultures’ with Lionel Messi likely to leave Barcelona in the summerCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino took over on January 2 and is keen to stamp his mark on the side.
      Barcelona are said to be scared stiff Messi will leave this summer.
      And PSG are said to be ‘lurking like vultures’ with the Argentine able to sign pre-contract agreements with non-Spanish clubs this month.
      Messi’s Barca contract expires on June 30 this year.

      And any mention of his potential exit causes ‘earthquakes’ among Nou Camp chiefs, according to Sport.
      Elsewhere Arsenal’s star right-back Bellerin is on PSG’s radar again, according to Calciomercato.
      The Gunners rejected a loan bid from the Paris outfit in September.
      And Bellerin, 25, was keen on a move to Les Parisiens after nine years in North London.

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      Hector Bellerin is also back on PSG’s radarCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Tottenham outcast Dele Alli is confident he’ll move to PSG on loan in JanuaryCredit: AFP

      Another man who could be on his way to France is Bellerin’s fellow North London resident Dele Alli.
      On Tuesday SunSport exclusively revealed the Tottenham midfielder is confident of sealing a loan move to PSG this month.
      Dele was left out of Spurs’ squad for Sunday’s 3-1 win at Sheffield United.
      The 24-year-old has 37 England caps and believes the club will now accept his desire for a loan spell — having fallen out of favour under Jose Mourinho.
      He has made just one league start this season with his last top-flight showing coming in a three-minute cameo against Liverpool on December 16.
      Alli was an instrumental figure under Pochettino and helped spearhead the club’s run to the Champions League final in 2019.
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      PSG plan Lionel Messi transfer in case Kylian Mbappe quits this summer after failing to tie him down to new contract

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are plotting a move for Lionel Messi in case Kylian Mbappe leaves in the summer, according to reports.
      Talks about a new deal with the French champions’ star striker are said to be stalling with his contract set to expire in 2022.

      PSG are plotting a summer move for Lionel MessiCredit: Rex Features

      Reports in Spain suggest they will use him to replace Kylian Mbappe

      And PSG are keen to sign Messi to keep their superstar numbers up, according to Sport.
      Its front page on Wednesday read: “PSG want Barcelona star [Messi] in case the French striker [Mbappe] leaves this summer.”
      It goes on to add: “The Parisian team plans to press for the signing of Leo after the hesitance of Mbappe to renew.
      “The French side say they can only keep two big stars in their squad in line with financial fair play.”

      There has been little recent progress in talks between Mbappe and PSG with reports in December suggesting the Champions League runners-up might not be able to afford his wage demands.
      On Tuesday it emerged Barca are scared stiff of Messi leaving this summer.
      And PSG are said to be ‘lurking like vultures’ with the Argentine able to sign pre-contract agreements with non-Spanish clubs this month.
      Messi’s Barca contract expires on June 30 this year.

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      And any mention of his potential exit causes ‘earthquakes’ among Nou Camp chiefs, according to Sport.
      On Monday, PSG stirred the pot again confirming Messi is on their ‘transfer shortlist’.
      Sporting director Leonardo admitted they will try to sign the Argentine superstar after he told cash-strapped Barca he wanted to quit last summer.
      Leonardo told France Football: “Great players like Messi will always be on PSG’s shortlist, but now isn’t the time to talk or dream about this.
      “We are sitting at the table following this matter closely.
      “Four months in football is an eternity, especially in this day and age, but our chair is reserved at the table.”
      PSG will face competition from City who have made no secret of their desire to reunite Messi with former boss Pep Guardiola at the Etihad after failing to do so in the summer.
      Messi was sent off for the first time ever in his club career on Sunday after lashing out at Athletic Bilbao’s Asier Villalibre in the dying seconds of Barca’s Super Cup defeat.
      The Argentine maestro was hit with two-game ban which Barca intend to appeal, even though he faced the threat of sitting in the sidelines for 12 matches.

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      Lionel Messi leaves Barcelona fearing transfer exit with five-months left on deal and ‘vultures’ PSG lurking

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      BARCELONA are scared stiff Lionel Messi will leave this summer, according to reports.
      And Paris Saint-Germain ‘lurking like vultures’ is not abating the Catalans’ fears.

      Barcelona are fearful Lionel Messi will finally leave in the summerCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Spanish reports suggest PSG are ‘lurking like vultures’

      Messi’s Barca contract expires on June 30 this year.
      And any mention of his potential exit causes ‘earthquakes’ among Nou Camp chiefs, according to Sport.
      On Monday, French giants PSG stirred the pot again confirming Messi is on their ‘transfer shortlist’.
      Sporting director Leonardo admitted the club will try to sign Argentine superstar after he told the cash-strapped club he wanted to quit last summer.

      Leonardo told France Football: “Great players like Messi will always be on PSG’s shortlist, but now isn’t the time to talk or dream about this.
      “We are sitting at the table following this matter closely.
      “Four months in football is an eternity, especially in this day and age, but our chair is reserved at the table.”
      A move to Paris could see Messi reunite with Brazilian Neymar after the pair formed a dynamic forward line with Uruguayan Luis Suarez back in their Barca days.

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      PSG director Leonardo’s comments have made the front pages in Spain

      Spanish paper AS also focussed on the Argentine

      And the appointment of Messi’s compatriot Mauricio Pochettino as PSG’s boss could help lure him to the Parc des Princes.
      In December, Neymar said: “What I want most is to be with him on the pitch again.
      “He could be in my place, he has no problem. I want to play with him and I’m sure next year we will do it.”
      Ex-Spurs boss Poch took over at the start of January after Thomas Tuchel was brutally axed on Christmas Eve.
      He hinted the door was open for Messi after saying ‘any big player in the world is always welcome in PSG’.
      But PSG will face competition from City who have made no secret of their desire to reunite Messi with former boss Pep Guardiola at the Etihad after failing to do so in the summer.
      Messi was sent off for the first time ever in his club career on Sunday after lashing out at Athletic Bilbao’s Asier Villalibre in the dying seconds of Barca’s Super Cup defeat.
      And the Argentine maestro will have plenty of time to consider his future as he is facing up to a TWLEVE-MATCH ban with Spanish media calling for Messi to apologise for his violent conduct.

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      Villas-Boas lets slip Diego Costa’s staggering wage demands as Marseille boss rules out transfer for ex-Chelsea striker

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      ANDRE VILLA-BOAS has revealed Diego Costa’s huge wage demands have knocked Marseille out of the race to sign him.
      The Spain striker is a free agent after Atletico Madrid terminated his contract this month with immediate effect – six months ahead of schedule.

      Diego Costa’s huge wage demands have been revealedCredit: Rex Features

      SunSport exclusively revealed Wolves are planning a shock move for the 32-year-old this month.
      Their main striker Raul Jimenez is out long-term after he fractured his skull against Arsenal.
      And Nuno Espirito’s side fancy the former Chelsea ace as a replacement.
      However, the controversial star has also been linked with a switch to French giants Marseille.

      Now their manager Villa-Boas has confirmed he has been contacted about the possibility of signing Costa.
      And even though he admitted he would love to sign him, the ex-Chelsea boss revealed his salary demands of over £14million-a-year were simply too much.
      AVB said: “First of all, Diego Costa earns 16 million [euros] gross every year, it’s the first thing that we should recognise.
      “I received a WhatsApp message from an unknown number telling me that Diego Costa wanted to come to OM. I thought it was a joke.”

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      He added: “He’s one of the best strikers in the world, [but we are] going to look for something else. We cannot pay this salary.”
      Costa is well known by Premier League fans, having spent three seasons at Chelsea.
      The Spainiard scored 59 goals in 120 games while winning two Premier League titles under Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte.
      Before his Stamford Bridge switch, Costa scored 36 goals in one season as Atletico won LaLiga in 2014.
      The volatile striker returned to his old club in 2017 but struggled to replicate his old form for Diego Simeone with just 19 goals in 81 games.

      Marseille boss Andre Villa-Boas admits the striker is simply too expensive to signCredit: Reuters
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