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      Man Utd star Paul Pogba ‘offered to Barcelona on free transfer’ as Solskjaer targets Aurelien Tchouameni as replacement

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      PAUL POGBA’S agent Mino Raiola is reportedly drumming up interest for his man with Barcelona a potential destination.The 28-year-old midfielder – who is out of contract at the end of the season – has been ‘offered’ to the Catalan giants by the super-agent.
      Paul Pogba could be on his way out of Man Utd this summerCredit: Getty
      Paul Pogba with Aurelien Tchouameni after winning the Nations LeagueCredit: Getty
      According to ESPN there is still the possibility of Pogba signing a new deal at United, but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has reportedly already sounded out a replacement.
      That being Aurelien Tchouameni – Pogba’s international teammate.
      The 21-year-old midfielder has a reported asking price of around £42-50million.
      Monaco man Tchouameni has made an impressive start to the Ligue 1 season and helped France to Nations League glory last week.
      But Tchouameni is likely to be at the centre of a bidding war, with Manchester United, Real Madrid, Liverpool, Chelsea AND Juventus all said to be in the hunt for the youngster.
      While Pogba has been ‘offered’ to Barca, a move to Camp Nou would prove to be difficult.
      The cash-strapped Catalans are still paying out more on wages than La Liga allow, and despite being a free transfer initially Pogba would demand a significant salary.

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      They are also still over £1.1BILLION in debt.
      And Raiola would likely charge a hefty agent fee for any potential deal regarding Pogba.
      However the United midfielder is not short of potential suitors come next summer.
      The Red Devils want to tie him down to a new deal amid interest from some of Europe’s biggest clubs.
      Pogba is said to be willing to put pen-to-paper on a mind-boggling £400,000-a-week contract at Old Trafford.
      But a return to Juventus has also been rumoured, as has a move to Barca’s La Liga rivals Real Madrid, and French giants PSG are never far away from being linked with big names.
      The France international is free to begin negotiations with foreign clubs regarding a pre-contract agreement from January 1.
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      How Man Utd could line-up next season with star-studded squad including Aurelien Tchouameni, Rice and Ronaldo up front

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are targeting Aurelien Tchouameni and Declan Rice ahead of next season to bolster their midfield options, reports say.Boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has identified midfield as an area he would like to improve.
      Tchouameni and Pogba holding the Nations League trophyCredit: GETTY IMAGES
      Rice is West Ham’s captain and one of England’s star midfieldersCredit: GETTY IMAGES
      How Man Utd could line-up with Tchouameni and Rice starting in midfield, with Ronaldo up front
      Fred and Scott McTominay have been the preferred double pivot for the Red Devils.
      But the pair haven’t convinced fans they’re the two to stick with.
      And star midfielder Paul Pogba is yet to sign a new contract, putting the Red Devils at risk of losing him for free next summer.
      According to Team Talk, West Ham’s Rice is one of Man Utd’s key transfer targets.
      The 22-year-old Hammers captain and England international is one of the most highly sought after defensive midfielders in Europe.
      United will, however, face stiff competition from league rivals Chelsea, Man City and Liverpool.
      And the Hammers have slapped a £100million price tag on Rice in a bid to put members of the Big Six off.

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      Tchouameni’s performances in both Ligue 1 and at international level has caught the eye of United too.
      Chelsea, Man City and Real Madrid are also tracking the 21-year-old’s progress.
      According to Marca, Monaco value the imposing midfielder at £50m, half of what West Ham want for Rice.
      Real, in particular, are eyeing Tchoumeni as a replacement for an ageing Casemiro.
      The other option Real are looking at is United’s Pogba whose contract expires next summer, but Tchoumeni would add more muscle to their midfield.
      The report, however, states that the Premier League clubs have an advantage over Los Blancos as they have greater spending power.
      Should United sign both ahead of next season, the pair would add a solid defensive base sitting in front of the back four.
      And with the likes of Jadon Sancho, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford and Cristiano Ronaldo making up United’s attack, the Red Devils could be serious title challengers again.
      Declan Rice
      Man Utd legend Roy Keane has praised Rice, claiming the midfielder is ‘way ahead’ of where he was when he was the same age.
      The former Red Devils captain said on Sky Sports: “I think Declan’s improved as much as any player over the last one or two seasons.
      “I know he’s been linked with Man United and if you’d have asked me a year or two ago, I would have thought give him another year or two in terms of maturing.
      “I look to where I was when I was 22.
      “I think he’s way ahead of me when I was 22.
      “I think the next step will come when he’s playing at a higher level, Champions League, competing for trophies.

      “He’s obviously a regular for England. There’s a lot more to come from him.”
      Rice – who captains West Ham whilst club captain Mark Noble starts from the bench – could also be a future England captain.
      Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate hinted Rice’s ‘tremendous leadership’ shows ‘signs of what might be possible’.
      He said: “I spoke to Declan when he was making the transfer from Ireland and we had seen things in him which we believed could be helpful to us as a country.
      “You could tell his mentality was one where he wanted to learn and improve and test himself.
      “He is a real sponge for tactical information and observations on his game and is desperate to be the best he can possibly be.
      “Even though he is a young player, he has got tremendous leadership qualities, and he is captaining his club at an incredibly young age, so you can see all the signs of what might be possible.”
      Aurelien Tchouameni
      United star Pogba is a big fan of Tchouameni.
      Pogba called Tchouameni ‘a man’ despite his tender age.
      He said: “Very very good. He’s not a boy, he’s a man.
      “Pleasure to play next to him. He brings a lot of energy. A lot of energy, extraordinary technical and physical quality.
      United are potentially planning for life under Pogba, who is yet to sign a new deal at the club
      “We wish him to play lots of matches. and that I am always at his side.”
      Iconic Premier League midfielder and Monaco team-mate of Tchouameni, Csec Fabregas, believes the France international has all the necessary tools to succeed.
      Fabregas said: “He has the potential to be the complete midfielder. Modern midfield player.” 
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      Real Madrid want Chelsea transfer target Aurelien Tchouameni as ‘ideal replacement for Casemiro’ from Monaco for £30m

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      REAL MADRID are reportedly ready to go toe-to-toe with Chelsea in a battle to sign Monaco midfield star Aurelien Tchouameni. Spanish outlet Marca claims the LaLiga leaders see the France ace as a potential successor to Casemiro with the Brazilian turning 30 in February. 
      Real Madrid are rumoured to be keen on a move for Aurelien TchouameniCredit: Sportphoto24/Marco Canoniero
      Carlo Ancelotti’s club have already made moves to try and bring Tchouameni’s compatriot Kylian Mbappe to Spain next year, much to the annoyance of Paris Saint-Germain. 
      Tchouameni has enjoyed an outstanding beginning to this season, making 15 appearances for Monaco and netting in their 3-0 win against Bordeaux.
      The Ligue 1 starlet has impressed on the international stage, covering the midfield slot next to Paul Pogba in N’Golo Kante’s absence. 
      His efforts drew praise from the Man United star who hailed the player for having ‘extraordinary technical and physical quality’ in a Ouest-France interview. 
      The former Bordeaux youngster helped Les Bleus triumph for the first time ever in the Nations League, making a full 90 minute appearance in the team’s 2-1 defeat of Spain in the contest’s final. 
      Marca claims Madrid could face a battle for Tchouameni’s signature from a few of Europe’s other big clubs alongside Chelsea. 

      It is thought Juventus have an interest in the player with Liverpool rumoured to be keeping an eye on the £34million-rated star. 
      And this year the player, who has been on target twice for his club in France’s top-flight, was referred to as a ‘complete, modern midfielder’ by club-mate Cesc Fabregas. 
      Reports claim Chelsea may well have taken note of Didier Deschamps opting to use Tchouameni as cover for Kante in midfield. 
      In the summer The Athletic claimed The Blues, who face Brentford on Saturday, felt the 21-year-old would benefit from another season in Ligue 1. 
      Madrid have battled with their budgets being affected by the impact of Covid-19. 
      Tchouameni has impressed with his performances for France and MonacoCredit: Rex
      However, the club hopes to be in an improved financial situation next summer.
      And the Daily Mail claims Touchameni and Mbappe remain the Bernabeu outfit’s top targets for 2022 with the PSG striker potentially available on a free transfer.  
      Tchouameni has notched up 53 Monaco appearances in addition to the 37 he made at Bordeaux as a teenager before his January 2020 switch. 

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      Man Utd transfer boost as Haaland could SNUB Real Madrid as he wants to be ‘main man’ with Mbappe set for Bernabeu move

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      ERLING HAALAND could SNUB Real Madrid in favour of being the star man elsewhere, handing a boost to Manchester United, reports say.The 21-year-old is said to have a verbal agreement with Borussia Dortmund which would let the superstar striker join Real at the end of the season.
      Erling Haaland could snub Real Madrid if he has to play alongside Kylian MbappeCredit: GETTY IMAGES
      Real are also chasing Paris Saint-Germain’s Mbappe, who seemingly has no intention of signing a new contract, meaning he can leave for free next summer.
      According to Spanish newspaper Marca, it is yet to be decided whether Haaland can ‘accept the presence’ of Mbappe at Real, with the forward wanting to be the main man at whatever club he ends up at should he leave Dortmund.
      If Real sign Mbappe, Haaland could SNUB a move to the Spanish capital, boosting United’s chances of signing him.
      And boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has previously been in contact with the serial goal scorer over a potential move to the Red Devils.
      United would most likely face stiff competition from PSG, who will be looking to replace Mbappe, and Man City who are yet to replace Sergio Aguero.
      The pair are dubbed the natural successors to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo when they decide to hang up the boots.

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      And both are already embracing each other’s competition.
      After Mbappe scored a hat-trick against Barcelona in the Champions League last season, Haaland bagged a brace against Sevilla.
      And Haaland says Mbappe gave him ‘free motivation’.
      He told Norwegian broadcaster Viaplay: “It was good to score goals.
      “I love the Champions League and when I saw Mbappe score the hat-trick yesterday I got free motivation, so thanks to him.
      “He scored some nice goals and I got a good boost from him.”

      The competition between the two even stretches into a virtual world, with Haaland stunned to find out he is rated three points lower than Mbappe on FIFA 22.
      In a grand reveal of Haaland’s FIFA 22 rating, Dortmund team-mate Jude Bellingham revealed to the forward he had a lower rating than both Mbappe and Robert Lewandowski.
      He replied: “No comment.”
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      Matteo Guendouzi takes veiled swipe at Arsenal fans as he hails Marseille supporters for filling stadium

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      FORMER Arsenal outcast Matteo Guendouzi has revealed he feels the ‘true love’ Marseille fans have for the club after switching North London for the South of France in the summer. According to L’Equipe the 22-year-old is reported to have clashed with a number of Marseille players, but is still the ‘happiest’ he has been in his career.
      Guendouzi has impressed since joining Marseille in the summerCredit: Getty
      He’s started seven out of Marseille’s eight Ligue 1 games so far this seasonCredit: Getty
      His form has led to back-to-back international call-ups, although he is yet to make his France debutCredit: Getty
      Guendouzi joined Marseille in July on loan from Arsenal, and the French side have the obligation to buy the midfielder at the end of the season.
      He has revealed he enjoys playing in a ‘full stadium’ at Marseille, perhaps suggesting that he has not had the same experience before.
      That’s despite playing 82 times for Arsenal during a three-year spell with the North Londoners.
      The Frenchman has claimed, via the Mirror: “Before coming to OM [Marseille], I had a few choices. The speeches of Pablo Longoria, the president, and Sampaoli convinced me.
      “I immediately said I want OM. It’s the biggest French club, the one who has won the Champions League, there’s a great history.
      “There’s the strongest crowd in the country, and maybe continent.

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      “I like playing in a full stadium when at home. I like to feel the true love from the fans for this club.
      “That’s what I found here. I haven’t been this happy since the start of my career.”
      The comments come despite Guendouzi’s outburst at teammate Gerson last month.
      In a 3-2 home defeat to Lens, Guendouzi was seen in an angry confrontation which resulted in Gerson having to be held back by his team-mates.
      Club captain Dimitri Payet was even forced to intervene to try and calm the situation down.
      Guendouzi’s move to Marseille follows spending last season on loan at German side Hertha Berlin, having been frozen out at Arsenal.
      After taunting Brighton players about earning more money then them in June 2020, Guendouzi never played for the Gunners again.
      He was also filmed in the same game grabbing Neal Maupay around the throat and throwing the Brighton striker to the floor.
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      Kylian Mbappe in talks with PSG over shock new contract despite revealing dream to make Real Madrid transfer

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE’S mum has claimed the Paris Saint-Germain star is open to a new contract despite revealing his dream of a Real Madrid move.The striker is currently at the centre of a transfer saga involving two of football’s heavyweights.
      Kylian Mbappe has made no secret of his love for Real MadridCredit: Rex
      Real boss Carlo Ancelotti wants to add Mbappe to his attacking optionsCredit: Rex
      With one year left on his PSG contract the 22-year-old recently admitted he dreams of forcing a move to Real.
      The LaLiga giants have made no secret of their desire to sign the Frenchman, with talk of a pre-contract agreement on the table in January.
      That sparked fury at the Parc des Princes with PSG director Leonardo slamming Real for a lack of respect.
      And despite her son’s Bernabeu ambitions, Mbappe’s mum has suggested he could be staying in Paris after all.
      Fayza Lamari told Le Parisien: “We are currently talking with PSG (about a contract extension) and things are going well.

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      “I even spoke to Leonardo [on Monday]. Will we find an agreement? One thing for sure, he will give everything until the end to win the Champions League.”
      PSG added superstar Leo Messi this summer from Real’s Spanish rivals Barcelona in a bid to lift their first European crown.
      But Mbappe sensationally claimed the Argentine great’s arrival did nothing to stop his desire to leave for Madrid.
      PSG may not be the only French organisation Mbappe decides to quit in the near future after he revealed he is considering retiring from the national side.
      The forward claimed he ‘was made to feel like a problem’ after his penalty miss sent Les Bleus out of Euro 2020 in a 5-4 shoot-out defeat by Switzerland.
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      Kylian Mbappe threatens to retire from international football at 22 after France star ‘was made to feel like problem’

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE has revealed he felt unwanted by France after their Euro 2020 exit and is considering retirement.Mbappe’s spot-kick miss sent Les Bleus out of the tournament in a 5-4 shoot-out defeat by Switzerland in the last 16.
      Mbappe has been strongly linked with a move away from PSG to join Real MadridCredit: Getty
      And the striker, who has given the clearest signal yet he wants to leave Paris Saint-Germain after this season, has stirred it up at international level by admitting he will walk if he is no longer wanted by France.
      Mbappe, 22, said: “I have always put the France team above everything and I will always put it above everything.
      “Above all, I never wanted to be a problem but I felt that I was supposedly starting to become a problem and people saw me as a problem.
      “The most important thing is the France team, and if the France team is happier without me, that’s how it is.
      “The message I received was my ego was making us lose, that I wanted to take up too much space, and without me, therefore, we might have won.
      “It’s over now. I have so much love for the France team that I can ignore it all.”

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      Mbappe also said he felt he lacked support from French Football Federation president Noel Le Graet after he was racially abused at Euro 2020.
      But his international team-mate Lucas Hernandez said Mbappe remained “100 per cent integrated” in the France squad during the summer tournament.
      The Bayern Munich defender added: “He wanted to play and win the Euros.
      Messi is reportedly earning £1,000,000-a-week at PSG
      “Elimination was a huge blow to all of us but everyone loves Kylian.
      “Kylian is a huge player. We are all with him and we need him.”
      Meanwhile, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez was forced to backtrack after appearing to suggest Mbappe could be heading to the Bernabeu in the January window.
      He said: “What I have said is that we have to wait until next year to have news and that, I always respect PSG, with whom we have a good relationship.”
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      Kylian Mbappe offers to QUIT France team if they don’t want him after being made to feel like he was a ‘problem’

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE has revealed he felt unwanted by France after their Euro 2020 exit.Mbappe’s spot-kick miss sent Les Bleus out of the tournament in a 5-4 shoot-out defeat by Switzerland in the last 16.
      Mbappe has been strongly linked with a move away from PSG to join Real MadridCredit: Getty
      And the striker, who has given the clearest signal yet he wants to leave Paris Saint-Germain after this season, has stirred it up at international level by admitting he will walk if he is no longer wanted by France.
      Mbappe, 22, said: “I have always put the France team above everything and I will always put it above everything.
      “Above all, I never wanted to be a problem but I felt that I was supposedly starting to become a problem and people saw me as a problem.
      “The most important thing is the France team, and if the France team is happier without me, that’s how it is.
      “The message I received was my ego was making us lose, that I wanted to take up too much space, and without me, therefore, we might have won.
      “It’s over now. I have so much love for the France team that I can ignore it all.”

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      Mbappe also said he felt he lacked support from French Football Federation president Noel Le Graet after he was racially abused at Euro 2020.
      But his international team-mate Lucas Hernandez said Mbappe remained “100 per cent integrated” in the France squad during the summer tournament.
      The Bayern Munich defender added: “He wanted to play and win the Euros.
      Messi is reportedly earning £1,000,000-a-week at PSG
      “Elimination was a huge blow to all of us but everyone loves Kylian.
      “Kylian is a huge player. We are all with him and we need him.”
      Meanwhile, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez was forced to backtrack after appearing to suggest Mbappe could be heading to the Bernabeu in the January window.
      He said: “What I have said is that we have to wait until next year to have news and that, I always respect PSG, with whom we have a good relationship.”
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