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      Man City facing fight to keep hold of Bernardo Silva with his future ‘not clear’ as Barcelona circle for attacker

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      BERNARDO SILVA could be on his way to Barcelona with his Manchester City future up in the air, according to reports. The Portuguese star has been tracked by Barcelona for some time and was wanted in a £70million transfer last summer.
      Bernardo Silva could be on his way to BarcelonaCredit: AP
      However, this move failed, and fast forward eight months the La Liga leaders are once again set to try and land the 28-year-old.
      According to The Telegraph, Silva’s future at the club is “uncertain.”
      And Spanish outlet Sport have reported Silva’s intention is to leave the Premier League.
      Silva has once again enjoyed a strong season at the Etihad, scoring three goals and adding five assists in 23 Premier League games.
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      But with the Cityzens falling behind in the title race to Arsenal, Pep Guardiola has reshuffled his tactical layout.
      This has seen Silva deployed like an auxiliary left-back, filling in and helping City in buildup from their defensive third.
      Despite the change in position, Silva has continued to excel, ranking well in a number of metrics.
      These include ranking ninth in the division for progressive carries, 13th in goal-creating actions and 17th for tackles in the middle third.
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      Silva would likely fit Xavi’s system at Barcelona well, explaining their long-term interest.
      However, they will need to pay up the reported £71m asking price (€80m).
      Should the Blaugrana fail in their attempts to land Silva, Sport’s report suggests Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are both interested.
      Meanwhile, City could replace Silva with Chelsea star Mateo Kovacic. More

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      I won it all with Barcelona and starred in the Premier League but now I’m carving out a shock career in new sport

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      A FORMER Barcelona star who played with Lionel Messi is now pursuing a different sporting journey.The ex-striker even graced the Premier League for four years in a career that took him around the globe.
      Bojan Krkic won the Champions League twice with BarcelonaCredit: Getty – Contributor

      He won LaLiga four times between 2008-2011 and the Champions League twice in 2009 and 2011.
      After that he joined Ajax on loan for a season where he won Eredivisie before a permanent move to Stoke followed.
      Most recently the 32-year-old played for Japanese side Vissel Kobe, where he was released in December.
      Since then the man in question, Bojan Krkic, has continued to pursue his other sporting love – gravel cycling.
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      He revealed it was love at first sight when it came to the sport and he loves to get out on the trail whenever he can.
      Bojan is also part of a new cycling brand called Guava which was founded in Barcelona, with former team-mate Andres Iniesta also a part of the project according to AS.
      Speaking about the new venture, Bojan said: “I think that when I enter this project it will be to stay and that I continue to be linked to cycling.It is a good way to combine sport and social activity.
      “I could participate soon to be in some races. I’m going to prepare for it.
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      I have always liked the bike, even as a means of transportation, but for about five years I have loved gravel. Whenever I can, I go out to do my routes.
      “Regarding soccer, it also serves as training, because as it has no physical impact it allows you to travel many kilometers without damaging the body.” More

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      ‘They are sick to the teeth of him’ – Chelsea handed HUGE transfer boost in signing Joao Felix on permanent deal

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      THERE is no way back for Joao Felix at Atletico Madrid, reports claim.And the news comes as a boost to Chelsea’s hopes of signing the 23-year-old on a permanent deal.
      Joao Felix joined Chelsea on loan in JanuaryCredit: Rex
      Felix joined the Blues on loan in January from the LaLiga giants.
      The forward has impressed in his short time at the club, scoring in the 1-1 draw at West Ham last month.
      Felix himself recently hinted that he wants to stay at Stamford Bridge when his loan deal expires at the end of the campaign.
      And his chances of joining Chelsea have been boosted following reports that Felix’s Atletico team-mates are “sick to the teeth of him”.
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      It’s claimed Felix, who signed for Atletico from Benfica in 2019 for £111million, only remains in contact with two players at the club.
      Journalist Miguel Martin Talavera told AS TV, via Football Espana: “What is clear is that Joao Felix is going one way and Atletico Madrid are going the other.”
      Talavera added: “Right now, Joao Felix is still in contact with two players at Atletico Madrid. After four years, Reinildo, who arrived just over a year ago, and Sergio Reguilon, are the ones who he is closest with. With the rest, there is nothing, no friendship.”
      Talavera continued: “The reason is, they are sick to the teeth of him. They think he only looks out for himself, for his objectives.
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      “The things he did harmed the team and harmed the group.”
      After being sent off on his Chelsea debut, Felix scored on his return at West Ham.
      Fans were then left making the same joke after realising Felix’s strike at London Stadium was the Blues’ only goal in February.
      Chelsea have just two wins in 15 Premier League games, leaving boss Graham Potter fighting to save his job. More

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      Real Madrid make Jude Bellingham and Josko Gvardiol top two transfer targets as Spaniards plan raid for young stars

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      REAL MADRID have reportedly made Jude Bellingham and Josko Gvardiol their top summer transfer targets.Bellingham, 19, is one of the most in-demand teenagers in world football after his exploits at the World Cup and for Borussia Dortmund.
      Jude Bellingham is one of two top transfer targets for Real MadridCredit: Getty
      Croatian star Josko Gvardiol of RB Leipzig is the otherCredit: Getty
      Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City have all been linked with the ex-Birmingham City midfield ace.
      We reported last month how Newcastle had now joined the transfer chase, while Real Madrid have also held a heavy interest in signing the teenage sensation.
      Los Blancos have been trying to work on a deal for some time with their chief scout Juni Calafat already “taking care of relations” with Bellingham’s father, Mark, who manages his son’s career.
      But there was a growing feeling that they “are becoming resigned to the fact that the financial muscle of the Premier League is almost unbeatable”.
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      However, after famously missing out on Kylian Mbappe last summer, the England international has been made one Madrid’s “main targets” for the next transfer window.
      That is according to Spanish publication Sport, who also claim that fellow World Cup star Gvardiol is the other.
      Chelsea have targeted the Croatian defender for several months and tried to sign him in January.
      But after Gvardiol scored for RB Leipzig against Manchester City in the Champions League Round of 16 last week his manager Marco Rose issued a hands off warning.
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      The ace is under contract until 2027 – but that does not appear to be deterring Madrid.
      Los Blancos are allegedly preparing for the departure of midfield veterans Toni Kroos and Luka Modric at the end of the season along with defender Nacho Fernandez.
      And they look set to go all-out to bring in the young duo to bolster their ranks and replace them. More

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      Man Utd still want Frenkie de Jong transfer this summer as Barcelona midfielder impresses in Europa League clash

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      MANCHESTER UNITED remain keen on signing Frenkie De Jong, according to reports. De Jong and Man Utd were in a well-documented transfer saga last summer, with the midfielder ultimately rejecting a move in order to fight for his spot at Barcelona.
      Manchester United remain keen on signing Frenkie de JongCredit: Getty
      De Jong showed off his press resistance in the home leg of the Europa League clash
      However, Erik ten Hag has remained keen on signing him.
      According to Sport, United are planning to make two major signings in the summer window.
      One of the priorities is a new midfielder, particularly with a profile to complement Casemiro.
      Ten Hag wants to add a player with a strong ability to build up play from deep, a role De Jong can certainly fulfil – as proven in the Man Utd and Barcelona clash in the Europa League.
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      He is also equally comfortable as the deepest player in the midfield if required.
      The report describes De Jong, 25, as being “key” to Ten Hag’s system at former club Ajax.
      Current club Barcelona remains in need of departures in order to help balance the books, which has left them open to selling De Jong.
      But should a move not transpire as hoped, United have contingency plans.
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      Sport’s report adds Jude Bellingham is another major midfield target.
      Harry Kane and Victor Osimhen are two other big-name targets – most likely to be brought in to try and solve the squad’s striker issues.
      United knocked Barcelona out of the Europa League before winning the Carabao Cup.
      The Red Devils are next in action at Old Trafford against West Ham United in the FA Cup tonight. More

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      Ex-Man Utd, Chelsea and Atletico Madrid ace Radamel Falcao set for shock transfer with role upstairs when deal ends

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      RADAMEL FALCAO has been offered a shock transfer that could lead to a new role when his playing career finishes.The Colombian, 37, currently plies his trade in LaLiga with Rayo Vallecano.
      Radamel Falcao has been ‘offered a new challenge’Credit: Getty
      His time in European football could be coming to an end, however, and he is not short of suitors.
      According to Spanish paper Marca, Malaysian giants Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) want to bring Falcao to Asia.
      They claim that JDT have offered the former Manchester United and Chelsea striker a two-year deal to compete in the Malaysian Super League.
      A potential contract would also include a pathway to becoming an ambassador for his new team, as well as the state of Johor, upon his retirement.
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      Falcao is reportedly interested in making the move.
      But JDT face competition from Spanish strugglers Valencia.
      The fallen LaLiga giants sit 18th in the table this term and are in relegation trouble – but could look to recruit Falcao.
      Having been prolific in his Atletico Madrid days, Falcao has bagged just two goals in 19 LaLiga appearances this term.
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      He has primarily featured from the bench, however, starting just three games.
      Although he remains a regular for his country.
      JDT have won the last nine editions of the Malaysian Super League.
      They have also earned three Malaysian Cups and two Malaysian FA Cups.
      Their trophy cabinet also features the 2015 AFC Cup – the Asian equivalent of the Europa League.
      JDT’s squad currently features former Watford and Sheffield Wednesday star Fernando Forestieri, ex-Swansea ace Jordi Amat and Aston Villa and Millwall old boy Shane Lowry.
      Falcao played for Man United and Chelsea in the PremCredit: Reuters More

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      Barcelona star Gavi caught making X-rated gesture to Almeria fans as he is blasted as ‘disgusting’

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      BARCELONA star Gavi was caught making an X-rated gesture at Almeria fans and has been slammed on social media. The Catalan giants shockingly lost 1-0 away to the club sitting 15th in LaLiga.
      Barcelona ace Gavi made a gesture at Almeria fans
      Barcelona lost to Almeria 1-0Credit: Getty
      Barcelona had 73 per cent of the ball and 13 shots but could not find a way through the opposition.
      As frustration grew, Gavi received a yellow card for dissent.
      The home fans begun to chant the Spanish word for ‘fool’ at him.
      And the midfielder angrily reacted to the song coming from the stands, grabbing his private parts while looking at the supporters.
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      Gavi was perhaps lucky not to receive another booking but the officials did not spot the incident.
      Fans reacted to a clip of the gesture, one said: “Disgusting.”
      Another commented: “These aren’t the values of La Masia, Gavi was not paying attention when they told him.”
      A third reacted: “Gavi should have been sent off.”
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      The 18-year-old needs to watch his behaviour on the pitch after missing Barca’s Europa League loss to Manchester United due to suspension and getting in a number of altercations this term.
      He is also set to miss his side’s next league game against Valencia after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season.
      Across the campaign, in all competitions, he has been booked eight times. More

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      Arsenal and Chelsea legend Cesc Fabregas fumes after being robbed of LaLiga title with Barcelona

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      CESC FABREGAS believes he was robbed of a LaLiga title during his time at Barcelona.The midfielder is still fuming after a vital Lionel Messi goal was incorrectly ruled out by referee Antonio Mateu Lahoz for offside.
      Cesc Fabregas is still annoyed about losing the 2013/14 LaLiga titleCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Lionel Messi was denied a goal in that crucial meetingCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Messi was judged to be offside as the ball came to him with officials thinking that Fabregas was the last one to touch the ball.
      But replays showed that it was actually Atletico Madrid defender Juanfran with the final touch.
      If the goal had been allowed to stand then Barcelona would have beaten Atletico on the final day of the 2013/14 season and sealed the league title.
      However, the game finished 1-1, meaning the trophy went to Atletico.
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      And Fabregas – who would have picked up his second Spanish LaLiga title – is still annoyed about the mistake.
      He said: “They took away a league against Atlético de Madrid from me.
      “I was in the game and they annulled a goal that was legal, because I didn’t touch the ball, Juanfran touched it.”
      Former Barcelona assistant manager Elvio Paolorosso even revealed that referee Antonio Meteu Lahoz admitted his mistake and apologised to the team after the game.
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      He said: “Messi scored a goal that would have given us the title and the referee ruled it out.
      “We were crying in the dressing room and the referee came to apologise.”
      Midfield maestro Fabregas left Barcelona following the end of the season and returned to the Premier League by joining Chelsea.
      He is now playing for Serie B side Como after a three-year stint with AS Monaco. More