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      Kylian Mbappe has ‘oversized ego’ and it’s a problem for France at Euro 2020, says former PSG winger Jerome Rothen

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      FORMER Paris Saint-Germain winger Jerome Rothen believes Kylian Mbappe’s ‘oversized ego’ is proving to be problematic for France.The 43-year-old, who won 13 caps for Les Bleus, has stated that Didier Deschamps is struggling to control the Les Parisiens striker’s attitude.
      Former Rangers winger Jerome Rothen believes Kylian Mbappe’s ‘ego’ has become problematicCredit: Mike Wilkinson – The Sunday Times Glasgow
      Les Bleus forward Mbappe is yet to score in Euro 2020 despite starting in three gamesCredit: Getty
      Mbappe was involved in a public spat with Olivier Giroud prior to Euro 2020 where the Chelsea ace aimed a dig towards the 22-year-old.
      The ex-Arsenal centre-forward accused Mbappe of failing to pass to him during the 3-0 friendly win against Bulgaria.
      His statement left Mbappe feeling ‘frustrated’ and ‘angry’, while he insisted that Giroud’s comments ‘affected’ him ahead of the tournament.
      Mbappe started all three of France’s Euro 2020 group games, but failed to chip in with a goal or assist with his performances questioned.
      And ex-Rangers loanee Rothen – part of France’s Euro 2004 squad – has hit out at Mbappe as he claimed no-one can be satisfied with his displays so far.
      He told RMC Sport: “That he is the leader on the pitch, no problem… that it [his ego] extends to off the field too, that bothers me.
      “I think Didier Deschamps can no longer manage it and it is problematic. It is even surprising that he lets Kylian Mbappe do so many things.
      “It can be seen in his performances on the pitch. Today, we cannot say that Kylian Mbappe has had a successful Euros.
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      “Is he in the right like he was at PSG throughout the end of the season? I would say no.
      “We expect much better from Kylian Mbappe. Everyone thinks that Mbappe is one of the best players in Europe.
      “But if you immediately put him in the category of the very best, you cannot be satisfied.”
      Mbappe is heading into the final year of his contract at Parc des Princes and has been linked with a shock move away this summer.
      It has been reported that Real Madrid could make a swoop for the player after Euro 2020.

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      Kylian Mbappe’s wonderkid brother Ethan, 15, signs three-year PSG contract while older sibling edges towards Real Madrid

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are struggling to convince Kylian Mbappe to sign a new contract this summer.But they have had more luck with his little brother Ethan.
      Kylian Mbappe’s younger brother Ethan, 15, has signed a three-year deal at PSG
      Kylian has proudly appeared alongside his little bro at various eventsCredit: AFP
      Kylian’s wonderkid bro Ethan Mbappe, 15, has put pen to paper on a three-year youth contract at Parc des Princes.
      A forward like his older sibling, the younger Mbappe has been banging them in since his PSG debut as an Under-12.
      Kylian might be on the way to Madrid in the next 12 months.
      But Ethan has committed to trying to break into the first team in Paris during the next three seasons.
      The youngster has been spotted alongside Kylian at various events, including his official unveiling following his move from Monaco in 2017.
      His challenge moving forward will be to make his own impact.
      The left-footed ace has already inspired one of modern football’s most iconic images.
      Kylian’s memorable celebration, during which he crosses his arms while knee-sliding, was born while playing PlayStation with Ethan in their younger days.
      Ethan appears alongside Kylian and dad WilfriedCredit: AFP
      Ethan has been a ballboy at Parc des PrincesCredit: AFP
      Ethan was present at Kylian’s PSG unveilingCredit: Getty

      Whether or not they get to play together at any point, remains to be seen.
      The elder Mbappe, 22, has just one year remaining on his PSG contract.
      With no extension on the horizon, Mbappe is expected to fulfil his childhood dream and sign for Real Madrid either this summer or next summer.
      Kylian’s famous celebration was inspired by EthanCredit: Getty – Contributor
      The brothers like to hang out in ParisCredit: Instagram / @k.mbappe
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      Chelsea set for Achraf Hakimi transfer snub with PSG launching £60m bid after ‘agreeing terms’ with Inter Milan star

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      CHELSEA look set to miss out on Achraf Hakimi as he has agreed personal terms with Paris Saint-Germain, according to reports.Now PSG must agree a fee with Inter Milan, having previously had an offer worth £56million rejected by the Serie A champions.
      Achraf Hakimi has reportedly agreed personal terms with PSG
      The French side are expected to bid €70m [£60m], including add ons, to confirm the deal, per Fabrizio Romano.
      Hakimi could become PSG’s third arrival of the summer, following in the footsteps of Georginio Wijnaldum and Danilo Pereira, whose loan was made permanent.
      The full-back agreeing a deal with PSG is a big blow for Chelsea.
      The Blues had been plotting a cash-plus-player exchange for Hakimi, 22, with Inter holding out for £60m.
      Marcos Alonso, Emerson Palmieri, Andreas Christensen and Davide Zappacosta are the four players who were reportedly being considered in a potential swap deal.
      And earlier this month Chelsea had an offer worth £56m knocked back by Inter.
      Chelsea even reportedly reached an agreement with the Morocco international before PSG took command of the transfer race.

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      Chelsea have had bids rejected from the Serie A winners

      Hakimi joined Inter for just £40.5m last summer, so the Italians look set to make a big profit.
      The defender made 45 appearances last season after joining from Real Madrid, having previously spent two years on loan at Borussia Dortmund.
      But Thomas Tuchel looks set to miss out on one of his main targets of the sumer transfer window.
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      David Luiz lined-up for shock free transfer return to PSG after 34-year-old quit Arsenal at end of contract

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      PSG ARE tipped to offer David Luiz a shock free transfer return.Marseille and Rennes have already been linked with the former Brazil centre-back, 34, after Arsenal released him.
      David Luiz has been linked with three French clubs, including PSG, after his release from Arsenal this summerCredit: AFP or licensors
      And Brazilian top-flight clubs are queuing up for the ex-Chelsea star.
      Now French magazine Le10 Sport say PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi is making moves behind the scenes to re-sign the 57-cap defender.
      Qatari businessman Al-Khelaifi is a big fan of Luiz’s flamboyant style.
      But it’s claimed PSG manager Mauricio Pochettino, plus sporting director Leonardo, are still unsure over Luiz.
      He was a popular figure with the French giants from 2014-16 either side of two spells with Chelsea.
      Luiz won two Ligue 1 titles, French Cups and Trophees des Champions, as well as one League Cup, with PSG.
      But Goal suggest Corinthians, Atletico Mineiro, Flamengo, Sao Paulo, Gremio and Palmeiras ae all keen on restoring Luiz to his homeland.
      And it’s thought he would prefer to stay in Europe.

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      Success has followed Luiz around since he arrived on the continent with Benfica in 2007.
      In England he won the Premier League, Champions League and Europa League at Chelsea.
      And in the first of his two seasons with Arsenal he triumphed in the 2019-20 FA Cup, including a 2-1 victory over the Blues in the final.
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      Man Utd joined by PSG in Kieran Trippier transfer chase but move hinges on whether Chelsea land Achraf Hakimi

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are interested in signing Atletico Madrid defender Kieran Trippier, according to reports. The England star has been linked with Premier League clubs Manchester United and Arsenal in recent weeks.
      Kieran Trippier, 30, is believed to be on PSG’s radarCredit: Getty
      The French club reportedly want to sign Achraf Hakimi, 22, but face competition from ChelseaCredit: Getty
      According to France Football via Mundo Deportivo, PSG want to sign Inter Milan right back Achraf Hakimi.
      But Chelsea are also believed to be interested in the Morocco international, with Inter allegedly setting a price tag of €80million – around £68.7m.
      Rumours suggest the European champions have reached a verbal agreement to sign the 22-year-old, paying £43m plus Marcos Alonso.
      The cost and competition for Hakimi may persuade PSG to pursue Trippier instead.
      And the Ligue 1 side can afford to pay the asking price for the 30-year-old, rumoured to be €50m – around £43m.
      Previous reports claimed Atletico wanted around £30m for Trippier.

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      It is believed United won’t pay more than £20m for the former Manchester City youngster, who reportedly wants to join Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team.
      Arsenal have also been linked with the Trippier in recent weeks, despite the player spending four years at bitter rivals Tottenham under current PSG boss Mauricio Pochettino.
      And the Gunners were believed to be keen on making a £43m bid for Hakimi earlier in the year, although it now appears they’ve been priced out of a move.
      Right back is an area of concern for PSG as the man that occupied that position last term – Alessandro Florenzi – has returned to parent club Roma.
      Early reports suggest the French club may try to sign the Italian defender on a permanent deal, should they fail in their pursuit of Hakami and Trippier.
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      Lille star Reinildo Mandava narrowly escapes death after armed robbers shoot up car, with bullets smashing windows

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      FRENCH title winner Reinildo Mandava has narrowly escaped death… after armed robbers peppered his car with bullets.Mandava helped Lille pip favourites Paris Saint-Germain to the Ligue 1 crown in May.
      Reinildo Mandava was lucky to escape unscathedCredit: Getty
      O estado da viatura do internacional moçambicano – Reinildo Mandava depois do atentado sofrido está quinta-feira na Zambézia 🇲🇿🏴‍☠️ pic.twitter.com/UCwyqiUm7d— Omardine Zacarias Omar Rajua (@OmarRajua) June 17, 2021

      Voted the league’s best left-back, the Mozambique international made 29 appearances for Christophe Galtier’s side.
      He is valued at £9milliion, and has caught the eye of several Premier League clubs.
      But Mandava came under fire in his African home country on Thursday when carjackers attempted to steal his new Toyota 4×4.
      They fired several bullets through the vehicle’s windows, narrowly missing the 27-year-old defender.
      Mandava managed to escape and drive to a police station where he spent the night safely.
      An official spokesman said: “He is very frightened. He was pretty traumatised by the situation.”
      Mandava had proudly posted pictures of the Toyota on social media just days before.
      He had been on his way to the wedding of a friend, Gildo Vilanculos – who plays for Portuguese club Amora FC.

      The attack took place in Mozambique’s central Zambezia province, near his birthplace Beira.
      Mandava has won 16 caps for the south-east African country, scoring two goals.
      He came through Benfica’s reserve side, and played for fellow Portuguese sides Covilha and Belenenses, before making a £2.7m move to Lille in 2019.
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      Raphael Varane’s agents ‘want Man Utd meeting in coming days as Real Madrid star chooses Prem transfer over PSG’

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      RAPHAEL VARANE’S agents want to meet with Manchester United this week, according to reports.The centre-back is said to have snubbed a two-year contract extension at Real Madrid and has decided he wants to move to the Premier League instead of Paris Saint-Germain.
      Raphael Varane’s agents want to meet with Man Utd this weekCredit: Rex
      And his representatives reportedly want to finalise a deal to take him to Old Trafford ‘in the coming days’.
      Varane, 28, has one year left on his Los Blancos contract.
      But the France international is unhappy Real chose to negotiate extensions with Luka Modric, Lucas Vasquez and Sergio Ramos ahead of him, according to FootMercato.
      PSG are said to have made contact with his agents as a result.
      The Ligue 1 giants also got in touch with Real chiefs and were reportedly encouraged after hearing talks had stalled.
      But the centre-back wants to move to England instead in a huge boost to Man Utd, according to the Mirror.
      Varane has been a star at Real Madrid for a decade and boasts a trophy cabinet containing four Champions League titles, three LaLiga crowns and a World Cup.
      And Los Blancos are said to be looking for £50million for him this summer despite him having just 12 months left on his deal.

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      The Red Devils are determined to sign a new partner for Harry Maguire this summer, in the hope of generating a Premier League title challenge.
      Sevilla’s Jules Kounde has also been named as on United’s shortlist.
      Chelsea are one other club thought to be interested in Varane.
      Madrid have already let Ramos go this summer amid a mounting debt problem, but have signed David Alaba to bolster their defence.
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      Arsenal bad-boy Matteo Guendouzi ‘agrees personal terms’ with Marseille ahead of permanent transfer

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      ARSENAL midfielder Matteo Guendouzi has agreed personal terms with French side Marseille, according to reports.The 22-year-old has not played for the Gunners since June 2020 and spent last term on loan at Bundesliga club Hertha Berlin.
      Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi spent last season on loan at Hertha BerlinCredit: AFP
      According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Guendouzi has agreed a deal with Marseille.
      The Ligue 1 team are now believed to be discussing a fee with Arsenal for the Frenchman.
      Guendouzi hasn’t played under Mikel Arteta since his team’s 2-1 defeat to Brighton 12 months ago.
      The midfielder grabbed Neal Maupay’s throat during the match and isn’t believed to have made a great impression with the manager after being called into a meeting to discuss his antics.
      He was then reportedly involved in a bust-up with David Luiz at a Dubai retreat after the experienced defender told the youngster to ‘grow up’.
      Guendouzi was subsequently removed from the first-team squad, missing Arsenal’s FA Cup final victory against Chelsea last August.

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      The troubled star was sent out on loan to Berlin last term but didn’t seala deal with his temporary employers, making 24 Bundesliga appearances.
      Guendouzi had been a regular under Arteta’s predecessor Unai Emery, featuring 33 times in the Prem during his debut season in 2019-20.
      The Spanish coach had signed him from second-tier French side Lorient in July 2018, helping the Gunners reach the 2019 Europa League final.
      And Guendouzi might not be the only midfielder leaving the Emirates this summer with Granit Xhaka believed to be on Roma’s radar.

      But one player who won’t be heading for the exit is Emile Smith Rowe, with reports suggesting he is on the verge of signing a new five-year deal.
      Arsenal are said to be interested in a number of midfielders, including Leicester star James Maddison and Italy international Manuel Locatelli.
      They are also understood to have made a £40million bid for Brighton defender Ben White, who’s part of Gareth Southgate’s England squad for Euro 2020.
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