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      How PSG could line up with Marcus Rashford added to star-studded attack alongside Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are plotting a sensational move for Manchester United ace Marcus Rashford.The England international has been struggling for form at Old Trafford and a change of scenery could do him some good.

      Marcus Rashford is linked with a Manchester United exitCredit: Reuters
      Rashford’s camp are claimed to be entering talks with “an open mind”, although PSG are yet to make a formal bid.
      The 24-year-old has just one year remaining on his United contract, although the Red Devils possess the option to extend it by a further 12 months.
      Should PSG land their man, he would have the opportunity to rebuild his form alongside some of the world’s most potent attacking talent.
      Fitting everyone in, however, would not be an easy task.
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      Former boss Mauricio Pochettino struggled to squeeze Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar into an XI that could press coherently enough in the Champions League.
      So adding the extra element of Rashford may introduce a further dilemma.
      In certain matches, new manager Christophe Galtier could possibly get away with fielding all four in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
      Messi would begin wide on the right, with Rashford on the left and Neymar in the No10 position behind Mbappe.
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      In his opening games, however, Galtier has opted for a 3-4-3 formation.
      Should he try similar with the addition of Rashford, one of his attacking four would have to be dropped.
      And if Rashford were to recapture his form to the extent that he makes himself undroppable, Neymar might be the man to fall out of the XI.
      The back three would enable Galtier to field Sergio Ramos, Marquinhos and Presnel Kimpembe in a formidable back line, with Marco Verratti and one of new boys Vitinha or Renato Sanches in midfield.
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      Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes could supply plenty of ammunition to the forwards from wing-back.
      Meanwhile, Gianluigi Donnarumma looks to have won the battle to play in goal ahead of Keylor Navas.
      Rashford, 24, could join up with Neymar, Lionel Messi and Kylian MbappeCredit: Reuters More

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      Lyon clash with Lorient set to be postponed with severe hot weather causing droughts and making pitch ‘unplayable’

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      THE French Ligue 1 fixture between Lyon and Lorient is at risk of being postponed due to scorching weather.The severe heat currently being experienced in the UK is also being felt in mainland Europe, with football the next victim of the heatwave.
      The hot weather is causing issues on pitch conditions to be exacerbated around EuropeCredit: PA
      Lorient supporters may be forced to wait to see their team play LyonCredit: AFP
      And now, a top flight fixture in France is set to be postponed due to the drought.
      Lorient are scheduled to host Lyon at the Stade du Moustoir this weekend.
      However, the pitch is said to be in a far from ideal state.
      Lorient director Arnaud Tanguy described the pitch as not in an “optimal state.”
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      Quest-France have reported a delegate from Ligue 1’s governing body – the LFP – has inspected the pitch prior to the game.
      Following the Thursday morning inspection another visit has been scheduled to take place this morning to determine whether the game will go ahead.
      On top of the drought being experienced across the country, Lorient’s Celtic Festival was partly hosted in the stadium.
      In a similar vein, Championship side Coventry saw their game with Rotherham postponed over pitch concerns.
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      Ricoh Arena saw a number of the Commonwealth Games rugby sevens games played on its surface, leaving it in an “unsafe and unplayable” condition.
      Coventry have since seen their Carabao Cup clash against Bristol City move venue, with the second round fixture instead being played at League One side Burton Albion’s Pirelli Stadium – 42 miles away.
      Coventry City’s pitch was deemed “unplayable” by authoritiesCredit: ccfc.co.uk More

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      Watch ‘shy’ Lionel Messi look embarrassed as whole crowd chants his name in PSG’s French Super Cup clash

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      OTHER than the Bernabeu, Lionel Messi is adored by fans pretty much everywhere he goes.And it was no different when Paris Saint-Germain took on Nantes in the French Super Cup in Tel Aviv.
      Lionel Messi waving to fans during the French Super Cup clash against Nantes in IsraelCredit: Reuters
      Messi appeared “shy” when waving to fansCredit: https://twitter.com/leomessidepre
      Some fans joked that the way Messi was standing made him look embarrassedCredit: https://twitter.com/leomessidepre
      But despite the love he has received over the years, Messi doesn’t seem to be used to it.
      Footage has emerged on Twitter of Messi standing by the corner flag looking into the crowd during the French Super Cup clash in Israel last month.
      As he gazed into the stands, supporters chanted “Messi, Messi, Messi!” back at him.
      The 35-year-old superstar didn’t know quite what to do, waving shyly and giving a quick thumbs up to the fans before switching his attention back to the game.
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      Even the way he stood appeared awkward, as if he was embarrassed by the adulation.
      Fans on social media were left loving him even more following the heartwarming interaction, with one writing: “He is so shy.”
      Another joked: “I hate how shy Messi is for real, he could’ve given us some little dance moves.”
      A third said: “How can anyone hate this guy. That pose when he joins hands, looks like a little kid.”
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      While another fan suggested: “He doesn’t know how massive he is.”
      Luckily for PSG, Messi wasn’t too overwhelmed by the adulation.
      He opened his goal tally for the season with a first half strike in an easy 4-0 win over Nantes.
      And Messi looks like he means business this campaign after a mixed first term in Paris.
      The Argentinian ace followed up his Super Cup strike with a brace, including an outrageous overhead kick, in the 5-0 thrashing over Clermont on Saturday. More

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      PSG demanding £17m transfer fee for Leandro Paredes ‘as midfielder agrees personal terms with Juventus over move’

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are demanding £17million to sell Leandro Paredes.With the imminent arrival of Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz to the PSG squad, Paredes is set to be pushed further down the pecking order.
      Leandro Paredes in action for PSGCredit: Getty
      Paredes reportedly has a good rapport with Lionel Messi and NeymarCredit: AP
      Paredes, 28, has reportedly agreed personal terms with Juventus, but an agreement over a fee is yet to be struck.
      Despite his low ranking in the squad in terms of minutes, Paredes is said to rank quite highly in the social popularity scale at the club.
      He is said to have a particular affinity with countryman Lionel Messi and Brazilian Neymar, as well as the Spanish-speaking members of the squad.
      According to Get Football French News, his departure could cause a fracture in the dressing room.
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      Paredes initially joined the French club from Zenit in 2019 for a reported £36m, but struggled to settle in to begin with.
      In his time there he has made 115 appearances, scoring three goals and registering 10 assists, including for Messi’s stunning overhead kick against Clermont.
      Juventus are looking at Paredes due to the expected departure of Adrien Rabiot.
      The Frenchman is reportedly on his way to Manchester United, who have opted to go for him after thus far failing to land Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona.
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      After being excluded from the last French World Cup squad, Rabiot believes joining United would provide him with a golden opportunity to muscle his way into Didier Deschamps’s plans for Qatar.
      Rabiot reportedly thinks he is guaranteed a starting spot due to United’s “weak” midfield. More

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      Aaron Ramsey reveals how his French ex-Arsenal team-mates helped persuade him into joining Nice on free transfer

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      AARON Ramsey has revealed Arsenal’s former French stars played a key role in convincing him to join Nice.The Wales midfielder, 31, moved to the south of France on a free transfer after terminating his Juventus contract.
      Ramsey netted on his Ligue 1 debut just ONE MINUTE after coming off the benchCredit: AFP
      The former Arsenal man made the perfect start to life in FranceCredit: Getty
      Ramsey, who scored on his Nice debut against Toulouse last Sunday just a minute after coming off the bench, says he tapped into his own contacts before making the switch to Ligue 1.
      Ramsey, who played with the likes of Frenchman Olivier Giroud, Laurent Koscielny and Bacary Sagna at Arsenal, where they were managed by countryman Arsene Wenger, said: “I have spoken to a lot of players from my days at Arsenal.
      “I played with many French players who have experienced the French league so I spoke to a lot of them in the last few weeks.
      “They told me a lot about this league, how good and technical it is. They told me about the history of the club and I was very interested in that.
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      “I know some great players have played here in the past and I hope to be a part of a very successful period for the club.
      “The project that they want to try and achieve here is very inviting for me. I’m looking forward to it and it’s exciting. Hopefully I can contribute.”
      Ramsey spent 11 years at Arsenal before leaving the Emirates for Juventus three years ago.
      The 75-cap Welshman struggled for form and fitness at the Serie A giants and spent the second half of last season on loan at Rangers.
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      Now Rambo is excited about a fresh start on the French Riviera where he has been joined by ex-Cardiff team-mate Kasper Schmeichel, who left Leicester last week.
      Ramsey added: “I went to Juventus and experienced that. Now I have experienced that, coming here it’s a lot easier for me. I know what to expect.
      “The last few years were a great experience for me. I spent a long time at Arsenal, 11 years, but for me to go out and experience something different and go out of my comfort zone was great for me and my family. I’ll forever be grateful for that opportunity. But now I have a new opportunity, one I’m really excited about.
      “I have played against Kasper many times. I played with him at Cardiff many years ago so it’s come full circle. We’re back as team-mates again.
      “We have played a lot of games together and at the highest level so hopefully we can have an influence on some things and help the younger players even though these days they don’t need it as much.”
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      Ramsey’s focus is on Nice but he will also have an eye on November’s World Cup in Qatar – Wales’ first global finals appearance since 1958.
      He said: “Of course, the World Cup is really important for me. But, right now, I just want to concentrate on Nice. I want to get up to match speed as quickly as possible and help my team-mates.
      “Then, obviously, I will look forward to that when it comes around. My focus now is on Nice. We have a very important season ahead of us to try and achieve our targets.” More

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      Joe Rodon joins Wales team-mate Aaron Ramsey in French league and adamant Rennes transfer will benefit career

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      JOE RODON is convinced his career is heading for greater heights after his move across the Channel.The Tottenham and Wales defender, 24, has joined Ligue 1 side Rennes on a season-long loan with a view to a £20million deal next summer.
      Joe Rodon has joined French club Rennes from Tottenham on a season-long loanCredit: AFP
      Rennes have the option to turn Rodon’s temporary stay at the club into a permanent switchCredit: AFP
      Rodon will follow in the footsteps of fellow Brits David Beckham, Glenn Hoddle, Chris Waddle and Joey Barton to try and crack it in France.
      There are eight British players currently playing in the French top-flight and Rodon said: “It’s not that popular with British players.
      “But I feel that to come over and play in different leagues is only going to benefit and help you grow as a player in your career. 
      “I’ve seen the league a few times. I expect it to be physical and technical. It’s a very strong league. I want to learn and I can’t wait to get started.”
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      Rodon has been joined in France’s top tier by Wales team-mate Aaron Ramsey, who has joined Nice after his exit on a free from Juventus.
      The pair hope they will get games ahead of the World Cup in November but 28-cap Rodon, who played the same number of games – 10 – for Wales as he did for Spurs last season, knows he has to earn his place.
      Rodon, who was unveiled on Wednesday, added: “Playing time is not given to you.
      “You have to work very hard and that is something I am willing to get my head down and work hard. Every player wants to play. At first you have to work hard.”
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      British players in France

      England – Karamoko Dembele – Brest
      Scotland – Charles Boli – Lens
      England – Angel Gomes – Lille
      England – Stephy Mavididi – Montpellier
      Wales – Aaron Ramsey – Nice
      Wales – Joe Rodon – Rennes
      England – Rhys Healey – Toulouse
      England – Levi Lumeka – Troyes

      The centre-back played for Tottenham in a 2-2 Europa Conference League draw with new club Rennes last September but he struggled to name any of the French side’s players in the pre-match press conference.
      Rodon said: “Last year I didn’t know many (players) but now it is different.
      “I have had a couple of days with the team and it is a talented young group.
      “I’m getting to know them. They have been very welcoming to me. I’m sure I’ll become closer to them throughout the season.” More

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      Mauricio Pochettino admits not winning the Champions League with PSG was ‘a failure’ in emotional interview after axe

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO admits not winning the Champions League with Paris Saint-Germain was “a failure.”The manager made the candid admission in the wake of his exit from the French champs.
      Mauricio Pochettino admits it was a ‘failure’ not to win the Champions League at PSGCredit: AFP
      Pochettino was shown the door by PSG’s super-rich Qatari owners despite reclaiming the Ligue 1 title from Lille.
      PSG looked set to reach the quarter finals last season before a late collapse resulted in defeat by Real Madrid.
      Poch told InfoBae: “In the sporting aspect we have won the Cup, the Super Cup and the League in a year and a half.
      “But it is clear that PSG’s project is to win the Champions League, and everything that is not winning the Champions League can always be thought to have been a failure. 
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      “In any case, it is a failure of 50 years because PSG, especially in the last 10 years with the arrival of the new owners, has the objective of winning the Champions League
      “I think that is going to happen because the resources are there, but sometimes in football it is not what one thinks it can be.”
      It is reckoned club chiefs were left fuming with PSG’s inability to compete in Europe, especially after last summer’s splurge.
      Lionel Messi, Sergio Ramos, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes joined the club.
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      But that just added to the pressure on ex-Spurs boss Poch, who is now without a job.
      The French champs have now turned to Christophe Galtier for inspiration.
      And even Kylian Mbappe has been convinced to stay after looking certain to join Real. More

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      Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun ‘completes loan transfer to Reims’ but there will be NO agreement to buy in deal

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      ARSENAL starlet Folarin Balogon’s loan deal to French side Reims has reportedly been “completed” ahead of an official announcement.The 21-year-old has been allowed to depart the Emirates with Mikel Arteta keen for the youngster to play regular first-team football.
      Striker Folarin Balogun is set to join Ligue 1 outfit Reims on loan from ArsenalCredit: Getty
      Balogun, who is tied down in North London until 2025, spent the second half of the 2021-22 season on loan at Middlesbrough.
      And he impressed during his time with Boro, where he chipped in with three goals and as many assists in 18 Championship matches.

      The England youth international will now continue his development in Ligue 1 after being targeted to replace Hugo Ekitike.
      Reims have made bringing in a centre-forward a top priority after Ekitike rejected Newcastle for Paris Saint-Germain in a £30million deal.
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      “Deal will be formally announced & official tonight.”
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