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      Seven arrested outside home of former World Cup winner, 29, on suspicion of burglary

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      SEVEN men were arrested as they prepared to burgle Julian Draxler’s house last night.The group were caught by police in the Hauts-de-Seine district of Paris in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
      Seven people were arrested on suspicion of planning to raid Julian Draxler’s houseCredit: Getty
      It is understood they were congregating to carry out a raid on the German World Cup winner’s home.
      Reports in France state police had been notified of a Volkswagen Golf the previous day.
      And they intercepted the thugs as they got ready in the night to swarm the luxury property of the PSG playmaker.
      Le Parisien claims the two suspects in the Golf were captured with gloves, balaclavas and plastic cable ties.
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      A further five men were apprehended in a Renault Clio.
      The second car was spotted by a member of the 29-year-old footballer’s security team.
      The seven arrested were taken to the local police station to be processed.
      Their hearings will take place today with a decision made within 48 hours of the arrests
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      It is understood no theft or break-in was reported at Draxler’s house.
      Draxler, an unused sub in the 1-0 win over Argentina in 2014, is understood to live with his professional dancer girlfriend Sethanie Taing and their young baby son in Paris.
      The 58-cap Germany international is the latest PSG footballer to be targeted by thieves.
      Thiago Silva, Angel Di Maria, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Marquinhos have all been the victims of gangs raiding their houses while playing for the Ligue 1 giants.
      The star was part of the Germany squad that won the 2014 World CupCredit: Getty More

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      Neymar ‘in advanced talks with Al-Hilal as Saudi Arabian side look to hijack Barcelona’s transfer for PSG outcast’

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      NEYMAR is in advanced talks over a transfer to Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal, according to reports.The Brazilian told Paris Saint-Germain he wanted to leave the club last week.
      Neymar is in advanced talks over a move to Al-HilalCredit: Getty
      He asked his management to find him a new club, sparking interest from teams across Europe.
      Al-Hilal seized on the opportunity and are now in advanced talks with Neymar, reports Fabrizio Romano.
      Paperwork will be sent to Neymar’s camp and it will be up to the player to decide whether he wants to join.
      Barcelona were hopeful of re-signing the 31-year-old, who left the Nou Camp for PSG in a world record deal in 2017.
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      Neymar is understood to be keen on returning to Barca but the Spanish giants may be unwilling or unable to afford his £70million price tag.
      It could lead to a loan switch to the Nou Camp if his wage payments are shared.
      Chelsea have also been linked to Neymar with reports claiming the club was in contact with the player’s representatives this week.
      However, conflicting claims suggest that Mauricio Pochettino does not want a reunion with the man he worked with at PSG as he prefers to sign young talent rather than older superstars.
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      Al-Hilal have deep pockets despite already splashing a reported £150m this summer on Kalidou Koulibaly, Ruben Neves, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Malcolm.
      Manchester United were also rumoured to be interested in Neymar but Erik ten Hag remains focused on signing a holding midfielder, with Sofyan Amrabat targeted. More

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      Renato Sanches set to quit PSG after just one season as Europa League side line up shock transfer

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      ROMA look set to complete a loan move for Portuguese midfielder Renato Sanches, according to reports.The Italian giants and PSG have been going back and forth over the final details of the deal.
      Renato Sanches is set to move to Roma on loan from PSGCredit: Getty

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      Several delays have occurred between the two clubs due to pre-season camps affecting the deal.
      If Sanches, 25, were to leave it’d come just one year after he joined the French club.
      Roma are interested in signing the midfielder on loan for the season with Corriere dello Sport reporting they will pay a fixed fee of £860,000.
      Sanches joined PSG last summer from fellow French team LOSC Lille for a reported fee of £13million.
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      Last season he made 23 league appearances but scored just twice.
      He only started six games in Ligue 1.
      The Portuguese international was once the hottest youngsters in Europe, winning the prestigious Golden Boy award in 2016.
      Sanches joined German giants Bayern Munich from Benfica for a fee of £30m at just 19 years old.
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      It was the highest fee at the time for any Portuguese player playing in the Primeira Liga.
      In 2016 he became the youngest Portuguese player to play in an international tournament.
      The hot prospect was chosen to represent his nation at Euro 2016 at just 18 years old.
      He’s arguably best known to Premier League fans for his loan spell in the Premier League with Swansea back in 2017.
      His most memorable moment for the Swans was passing to an advertisement board against Chelsea. More

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      Neymar stuns PSG as he ‘demands transfer this summer’ with three Premier League clubs set to scrap for Brazil superstar

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      NEYMAR has informed PSG he wants to leave the club this summer, according to reports.The superstar has been linked with a move to several Premier League clubs.
      Neymar has told PSG he wants to leave this summerCredit: AFP
      Neymar has spoken with his management and told them to find him a new club.
      He has spent the past six years in the French capital, winning Ligue Un on five occasions.
      But he is ready to move on according to L’Equipe, with multiple Premier League clubs said to be eyeing the forward.
      Arsenal have been tipped to sign the world’s most expensive player but are concentrating on finalising the signing of David Raya.
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      Chelsea are also interested in Neymar and were reportedly waiting for him to demand a transfer before submitting an offer.
      However the 31-year-old is believed to have his sights set on a return to Barcelona.

      The two clubs are understood to have an agreement in place but Neymar’s wages could prove a sticking point.
      The Samba superstar is believed to earn £600,000-a-week, leaving even the super-rich French kings wanting to get him off their books.
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      But Barca’s dire financial situation leaves them in no position to match Neymar’s current salary.
      It could mean striking a loan agreement with PSG were the player’s wages are shared.
      Neymar is also reported to be eyeing a move to Manchester United, though Erik ten Hag has other targets in mind including Sofyan Amrabat. More

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      Former Premier League star’s £4million transfer held up over medical concerns

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      FORMER Tottenham star Nabil Bentaleb has had a transfer to Lille held up due to medical concerns, according to reportsThe Algeria midfielder, who spent five seasons in North London, also had a loan spell with Newcastle in 2020.
      Nabil Bentaleb played for Angers last season in FranceCredit: Rex
      Bentaleb played for Angers last season but failed to prevent the French side’s relegation from Ligue 1.
      He had been due to join hometown club Lille in a £4million deal, with the northern outfit previewing his imminent arrival two weeks ago.
      However Bentaleb has yet to sign a contract while two more recent transfer targets have already put pen to paper on deals.
      Multiple reports in France and Algeria now claim the 43-cap international failed his medical.
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      Lille president Olivier Letang said: “At the moment there are things I cannot say about Nabil Bentaleb due to medical confidentiality.
      “But there are concerns that have not been eased. We are waiting for the results of additional examinations.
      “There is a process that is compulsory in France. Our medical staff have sent the various elements to the league’s commission that decides on the matter.
      “We are waiting for their reply. They could make additional requests.
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      “This could be temporary. I can’t say anything about a Plan B until we get the definite results.”
      The commission is expected to deliver its verdict on Bentaleb in mid-August.
      Bentaleb spent five years in Lille’s academy aged from nine to 14.  He joined Spurs in 2012, and made 66 senior appearances – scoring once.
      The midfielder moved on to Germans Schalke, and had a goalless 15-game loan stint at St James’ Park three years ago.
      Bentaleb, 28, made 66 appearances for TottenhamCredit: PA More

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      Real Madrid in big Kylian Mbappe U-turn with club ‘willing to PAY to secure transfer from PSG this summer’

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      REAL MADRID are ready to move for Kylian Mbappe this summer to stop him going to Saudi Arabia.Spanish reports claim the LaLiga giants are now willing to pay for the French striker this summer, despite the opportunity of a free transfer in 2024.
      Real Madrid are ready to pay for Kylian Mbappe now to avoid missing outCredit: Getty
      Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly accepted Al-Hilal’s world-record £259million offer.
      The Saudis still need to convince Mbappe his future lies in the Middle East.
      And Marca say that Madrid are ready to step in to make sure that does not happen – even though it remains unlikely they will match Al-Hilal’s proposal.
      The paper’s deputy editor Carlos Carpio says: “Real Madrid is willing to pay for the transfer of Mbappe .
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      “I don’t think it will be before July 31 , I’m sure they will reach an agreement.”
      Mbappe, signed from Monaco for £162m in 2018, finds himself in an uneasy stand-off with PSG.
      The World Cup-winner shocked the French giants last month when he publicly revealed he will not be extending his deal with the club.
      But he has insisted he wants to stay put next season before leaving on a free transfer at the end of his contract.
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      PSG’s board believe he has already agreed a deal with Madrid from 2024.
      And president Nasser Al-Khelaifi is determined to auction their star asset off this summer to avoid making a massive loss.
      This would be devastating for the Ligue 1 champions after making him the most expensive teenage player in the world.
      Kylian has been left out of PSG’s pre-season tour in Japan and South Korea.
      And there have even been suggestions he will not be selected for an entire year if he continues to refuse negotiations over a new contract.
      Former PSG sporting director Leonardo also advised his old club to put him up for sale as a result of his recent behaviour.
      He said: “For the good of PSG, I think the time has come for Mbappe to leave.
      “Due to his behaviour in the last two years, Mbappe has shown that he is still not a player capable of really leading a team.
      “It is difficult to build a team around him.”
      A host of Premier League clubs have also registered interest in Mbappe, including Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool.
      Tottenham have also been linked, although Mbappe is reportedly “completely uninterested” in a move.
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      Kylian Mbappe breaks silence over £259m Al-Hilal transfer after NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo’s cheeky tweet

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE has broken his silence over Al-Hilal’s world record £259million bid.Paris Saint-Germain have accepted the Saudi Pro League side’s offer, which would blow the record £198m paid for Neymar out of the water.
      Kylian Mbappe is the subject of a world-record bid from Al-HilalCredit: Rex
      Giannis Antetokounmpo joked that Al-Hilal should sign him insteadCredit: Getty
      Spanish outlet Relevo claim that Mbappe is “reluctant” to move to Saudi Arabia – despite reportedly being offered up to £11.6m a week to join Al-Hilal.
      Following news of the Saudi side’s offer, NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo joked that they should sign him instead.
      Posting a smiling selfie to social media, the two-time MVP wrote: “Al Hilal you can take me. I look like Kylian Mbappe.”
      The PSG forward saw the funny side, responding to the Milwaukee Bucks star’s tweet with 13 laughing emojis.
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      Mbappe was put up for sale by PSG chiefs after making it clear that he will not sign a new contract.
      The forward’s deal has reached its final 12 months, with club bosses convinced that he has already agreed to join Real Madrid in 2024.
      Should Mbappe opt to join Al-Hilal, PSG would stand to make a nearly £100m profit on the £162m they paid for him in 2018.
      Mbappe returned to PSG for pre-season training earlier this month, but was left out of Luis Enrique’s travelling party for the pre-season tour of Japan and Korea.
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      Giannis’ tweet seemed to amuse Mbappe
      The Ligue 1 champions are determined not to lose their star man on a free transfer, with club president Nasser Al-Khelaifi encouraging Mbappe to seriously consider offers this summer.
      It’s claimed that the French icon would be willing to sit out of the entire season in order to leave Parc des Princes on his terms.
      PSG believe that Mbappe wants to see out his current deal in France in order to bag a huge bonus – before picking up a staggering £150m signing on fee with Real Madrid.
      His refusal to sign a new deal and supposed willingness to sit out of the season is viewed as a “betrayal” of PSG and their supporters.
      In addition to Real Madrid, Mbappe has also been linked with Manchester United, Chelsea, Inter Milan and Tottenham.
      Although reports claim that he is “completely uninterested” in joining the latter.
      French paper L’Equipe claim that Barcelona are keen on Mbappe – but cannot afford to pay a transfer fee.

      They add that Xavi’s side could look to offer players in part-exchange for the forward.
      Should Mbappe move to the Saudi Pro League, he would join the likes of Kalidou Koulibaly, Ruben Neves and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic at Al-Hilal – who are also chasing Aleksandar Mitrovic.
      Antetokounmpo isn’t the only NBA player to have commented on the money being offered for Mbappe.
      LeBron James, who will earn around £41.5m next season, posted a gif of Forrest Gump running, captioned: “Me headed to Saudi when they call @RichPaul4 & @mavcarter for that 1 year deal!”
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      While wantaway Portland Trailblazers star Damian Lillard wrote: “1 year 776mm? Wtf lol …”
      Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green, who recently penned a four-year £78m deal, added: “They got basketball leagues too right? I don’t the ink on my contract has dried up yet.”
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      PSG ACCEPT world-record £259MILLION transfer bid for Kylian Mbappe from Saudi side who’ll ‘pay star £11.6m a WEEK’

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN have accepted a world-record £259million bid from Al-Hilal to sign superstar Kylian Mbappe, according to reports.And it’s claimed that the Saudi Pro League side could offer him a staggering £11.6m a week to join.
      Kylian Mbappe has been left out of PSG’s pre-season tour squadCredit: Reuters
      PSG are looking to sell Mbappe, with the Frenchman having entered the final year of his contract – having last month presented club chiefs with a former letter confirming that he will reject a contract extension.
      Al-Hilal’s bid blows PSG’s £198m record signing of Neymar out of the water.
      It would also see the French champions make virtually a £100m profit on Mbappe, having signed him for £162m in 2018 – despite the forward’s contract situation.
      According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Al-Hilal have launched their stunning bid in order to open talks with the 24-year-old.
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      He adds that no dialogue has yet taken place between the Saudi Pro League side and Mbappe’s camp.
      And Sky Sports have now reported that the colossal bid has been accepted by the French outfit.
      CBS Sports’ James Benge claims Al Hilal would be willing to offer Mbappe around £604m for one year – before he would be free to join Real Madrid.
      PSG chiefs are convinced that the 2018 World Cup winner has already agreed a deal with the Spanish giants.
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      Mbappe returned to PSG for pre-season training earlier this month, but was left out of their travelling party for their pre-season tour of Japan and Korea.
      The forward has been put up for sale by the French champions, who are desperate not to lose him on a free transfer next year.
      It emerged over the weekend that PSG president Nasser Al Khelaifi has encouraged his star striker to seriously consider offers to leave Parc des Princes this summer.
      French paper L’Equipe claim that PSG fear Mbappe has already agreed personal terms with Real Madrid for a 2024 free transfer.
      Mbappe and his entourage responded to PSG’s latest move by claiming he is willing to sit out the entire season – which culminates in Euro 2024 – to leave on HIS terms.
      PSG are convinced Mbappe, 24, has decided to try to cash in TWICE over the next 12 months and has already put his name on a piece of paper to that effect.
      The club believes he wants to see out his current contract in France, which has one year left, and bag a huge bonus and then move to Real Madrid on a free transfer next summer and pick up a £150m-plus signing on fee.
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      Mbappe’s refusal to sign and decision to indicate he would even be prepared to spend this season on the bench is viewed as a “betrayal” of the club and the fans.
      But PSG will play hardball and have already contacted potential suitors to confirm he IS for sale now.
      In addition to Real Madrid and Al Hilal, Mbappe has been linked with a number of Premier League clubs – including Chelsea, Manchester United and Inter Milan.
      While, to fans’ amusement, Marca claimed over the weekend that Tottenham are also keen on Mbappe.
      L’Equipe claim that Barcelona are set to hold talks with PSG regarding Mbappe – despite not being able to pay a transfer fee.
      They add that Barca will try to entice PSG by offering several players in exchange.
      How Mbappe’s wages would work out if he moves to the Saudi Pro League
      Should Mbappe move to the Saudi Pro League, he would join the likes of Kalidou Koulibaly, Ruben Neves and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic at Al Hilal – who are also chasing Aleksandar Mitrovic.
      England star Jordan Henderson, meanwhile, is set to join up with former Liverpool team-mate Steven Gerrard at Al Ettifaq on a reported £700k a week.
      Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al Nassr last December on a salary of £173million a year – or £3.3m a week – and has since been joined by Alex Telles and Marcelo Brozovic.
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      Other stars to move to Al Ittihad include Karim Benzema, who joined on wages of £3.5m a week, while team-mate N’Golo Kante is thought to earn £1.7m.
      Al-Ahli have signed the likes of Edouard Mendy, Roberto Firmino and Riyad Mahrez – with the latter claimed to be on around £500k a week.
      Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al Nassr last DecemberCredit: Getty
      Karim Benzema was unveiled at Al Ittihad earlier this summerCredit: Getty
      Al Ahli will have Edouard Mendy between the sticks after signing him from ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Mbappe, 24, trained alongside brother Ethan before being left out of PSG’s pre-season tourCredit: Alamy More