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      Inaki Williams’ astonishing LaLiga record of playing 236 consecutive matches set to cruelly come to an end

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      INAKI WILLIAMS’ astonishing record of playing 263 consecutive LaLiga matches has come to a cruel end.That’s after the Spanish striker suffered a devastating ankle injury this week.
      Inaki Williams’ consecutive appearance record has come to an end after suffering an injuryCredit: Getty
      Williams, 28, has long been regarded as an Athletic Bilbao legend after joining the club in 2012.
      But he further endeared himself to fans when he smashed the record for the most consecutive Spanish league appearances in October 2021.
      The fact that the previous record of 202 belonged to Juanan Larranaga of fierce Basque rivals Real Sociedad made Williams even more popular with Bilbao supporters.
      And the one-time Spain international continued to rack up the games as he made it SIX YEARS without missing a league match in April.
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      Williams reached 263 LaLiga games straight when he started for Bilbao in Monday’s 4-0 win at Cadiz.
      The former Manchester United target, who has also been linked with a Premier League move to Liverpool, opened the scoring after 24 minutes.

      But disaster struck later on when he went down injured and was forced to come off.
      Bilbao have now confirmed that Williams has suffered a sprained ankle ligament.
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      And if the damage is significant, he could be sidelined for several months.
      It brings Williams’ record run in the side to a staggering halt.
      But with his contract running until 2028, he has plenty of time to make another attempt and break his own incredible record.
      Williams has made a total of 343 appearances for Bilbao, scoring 74 goals in the process.
      He was part of last year’s Spanish Super Cup win, and has also finished as a runner-up in the Copa del Rey twice. More

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      Aubameyang breaks silence after horror robbery and says ‘we are no longer safe in our own house’

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      PIERRE-EMERICK AUBAMEYANG has broken his silence after he was attacked by burglars at his home at the weekend. The Barcelona forward was smashed on the chin with an iron bar while trying to protect his wife and two children from the robbers.
      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang took to Instagram to reveal the details of the violent attack on his homeCredit: Getty
      Aubameyang and wife Alysha were said to have been tied up by the intrudersCredit: Instagram / @auba
      And now he has taken to social media to reveal they are “no longer safe in our own house”.
      Aubameyang wrote on Instagram: “Hey guys, thanks a lot for all the messages.
      “On Sunday night, some violent cowards broke into our home and threatened my family and my children, just to steal some stuff.
      “They injured my jaw but I will recover in no time and thank God no one else was physically harmed.
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      “The feeling that we are no longer safe in our own house is hard to understand and describe, but as a family, we will overcome this and stand stronger than ever.
      “Thanks for all the support, it really means a lot to us.”
      Four intruders climbed into the back garden before threatening Aubameyang and his family.
      The forward and his wife, Alysha Behague, were reportedly handcuffed and tied up in front of their kids Curtys, 11, and Pierre, six, by the burglars.
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      Alysha, 36, is also claimed to have been hit over the head during the break-in at their home in Castelldefels, near Barcelona.
      They forced Alysha to open a safe full of valuables including jewellery before fleeing in a white Audi A3, according to police sources reported by El Pais.
      It was reported Aubameyang may even have fractured his jaw and could potentially face surgery.
      Either way, he will need a few weeks to recover physically and mentally from the ordeal.
      And that has thrown doubt over his transfer to Chelsea.
      The Blues were in talks with Barcelona over securing a transfer on a one-year deal for the former Arsenal captain who is also a target for Manchester United – although he wants two years.
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      However, the major sticking point could still be securing a transfer fee with cash-strapped Barca wanting maximum money for the man who joined in January.
      Thomas Tuchel, who worked with Auba at Borussia Dortmund, is desperate to bring in a new striker and talks are said to be ongoing. More

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      Tottenham confirm loan transfer of Sergio Reguilon to Atletico Madrid as boss Antonio Conte culls squad

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      SERGIO REGUILON has returned to Spain after signing for Atletico Madrid on a season-long loan from Tottenham.The 25-year-old has failed to deliver in North London after joining from Atletico’s city rivals Real Madrid in 2020.
      Tottenham left-back Sergio Reguilon has linked up with Atletico Madrid on loan
      Spanish defender Reguilon hasn’t featured in any match for Spurs this season
      The left-back lost his place in the Spurs team to Ryan Sessegnon under Antonio Conte last season.
      And following the arrival of wing-back Ivan Perisic, the ex-Sevilla loanee was deemed surplus to requirements by the Italian gaffer.
      He has been omitted from all four of Spurs’ opening Premier League clashes with Conte banishing him from the first-team squad.
      Reguilon was linked with a switch to the Wanda Metropolitano last week prior to Spurs’ 2-0 away win at Nottingham Forest.
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      And he has now sealed a return to LaLiga, with a Tottenham statement reading: “Sergio Reguilon has joined Atletico Madrid on loan for the 2022-23 season.”
      Reguilon departs Spurs having scored twice in 67 games in all competitions.
      He had seemed destined to join Lazio before Atletico entered the fray.
      Diego Simeone’s side acted quickly in managing to bring the defender back to his native country.
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      Atletico do not have an option-to-buy clause in their loan agreement for the player.
      Reguilon isn’t the only star Spurs have shipped out on loan with Tanguy Ndombele signing for Napoli, including a £25million buy option.
      Meanwhile Giovani Lo Celso has returned to Villarreal on loan after spending last term with the Yellow Submarines.
      And academy graduate Harry Winks is also set to follow the trio out of the door with Sampdoria hopeful of bringing him in on a temporary basis. More

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      Atletico Madrid look to avoid £34m Barcelona transfer payment… by only playing Griezmann for 28 MINUTES per game

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      ATLETICO MADRID are attempting to avoid paying £34million for Antoine Griezmann – by only playing him for 28 minutes per game. The 31-year-old star is currently on loan at Atletico from Barcelona but has a contract stuffed with clauses.
      Griezmann has still netted two in three games despite his cameo appearancesCredit: Rex
      Atletico face having to pay £34m to buy him permanently if he plays more than half of their matches this season.
      This obligation is only reached if he plays a full 45 minutes of football in half the games.
      UOL report that to avoid activating the clause, Atletico are making sure to restrict his game time.
      The opening two LaLiga games saw him come off the bench at the same time and play for exactly 28 minutes.
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      In their most recent game at Valencia, Griezmann’s time on the pitch was fractionally less as he appeared on the 64th minute for the remaining 26 minutes of the game.
      Despite Diego Simeone limiting the Frenchman’s game time to very specific blocks, he has still managed to shine.
      He scored two minutes after coming off the bench against Valencia, while the opening game at Getafe saw him net 15 minutes from time.
      The only game he failed to make an impact in was the home loss against Villarreal, where Atletico had a player sent off.
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      It means Atletico have begun the season with six points from nine, with Real Madrid and Real Betis the only sides to make 100 per cent starts.
      Griezmann’s parent club Barcelona remain unbeaten on the field, but off the pitch the club continued to be mired in issues.
      Along with their creative attempts to ease their financial issues, the club have also clashed with the likes of Frenkie de Jong and Martin Braithwaite over unpaid wages and contract terminations. More

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      Alexander Isak ‘REJECTED Man Utd transfer after advice from agent’ before sealing record £63m Newcastle move

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      ALEXANDER ISAK rejected Manchester United before sealing his record-breaking £63million Newcastle transfer, according to reports. The Swedish striker, 22, completed his move from Real Sociedad to St James’ Park on Friday.
      Alexander Isak snubbed Manchester United to join Newcastle this summerCredit: Getty
      But according to Mundo Deportivo, Isak had the chance to go to Old Trafford instead.
      It is said the Red Devils considered a substantial offer for the forward to try and lure him to the North-West.
      However, the report states advice from Isak’s agent led to the 37-cap international turning down Erik ten Hag’s advances.
      And United, therefore, did not make an official bid as they continue to hunt for a new forward – with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Victor Osimhen both targeted.
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      That meant there would be no immediate clash for Isak his former side.
      United host Sociedad in their opening Europa League group game on September 8 – less than two weeks after Isak’s exit from the club he joined in 2019.
      Instead, the new No14 chose the project at the mega-rich Magpies and is hoping to make his Newcastle debut tomorrow at Liverpool.
      Eddie Howe cannot select him until he has received his work permit.
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      So the Toon are doing all they can to secure clearance from the Home Office – with the paperwork needing to be done and sent to the Premier League by midday today.
      The Isak transfer smashed the £40m transfer records the club spent on Joelinton and Bruno Guimaraes.
      Speaking to Newcastle’s website, Isak said: “I’m delighted to have it done. It was a big, big decision for me but it is a decision I am really happy with.
      “It is a great, historical club that I think anyone would like to play for, with amazing fans.
      “They were a big part of why I came here – and also the club’s project, which is one that I really believe in.
      “You always want to go into a team and know how they play.
      “I think Newcastle play very attractive football and I want to be a part of that.” More

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      Man Utd and Chelsea transfer target Frenkie de Jong spotted at airport ‘flying to London’ amid Barcelona exit talk

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      FRENKIE DE JONG is travelling to London ahead of a potential move to Chelsea.The Dutchman has been linked with the exit door from Barcelona all summer, with Manchester United leading the race for his signature early on.

      Frenkie De Jong arriving at the airport in BarcelonaCredit: @10JoseAlvarez @elchiringuitotv
      De Jong has been linked with a transfer to Chelsea and Manchester UnitedCredit: @10JoseAlvarez @elchiringuitotv
      De Jong in action for Barcelona over the weekendCredit: Rex
      But now after appearing on the bench for the second time this season De Jong appears to be set to seal a transfer to the Premier League.
      De Jong, 25, was pictured at an airport where a plane was scheduled to take off to fly to London.
      It has previously been reported Chelsea struck an agreement with Barcelona over a transfer fee of around £63million.
      New Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has already splashed a massive amount of cash on improving Thomas Tuchel’s squad, with over £180m already spent.
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      Deals for Leicester’s Wesley Fofana and Everton’s Anthony Gordon are also in the works, with the former flying to the US to complete a medical ahead of a move which could reach a world record fee for a defender.
      United also reportedly struck an agreement but their efforts to ensure De Jong reunited with Erik ten Hag have thus far proved fruitless.

      However, despite the transfer interest of these clubs De Jong’s movements are reportedly not transfer related.
      Samuel Marsden has reported the Barcelona squad were given a few days off following their 4-0 victory over Real Valladolid.
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      He maintains the most likely scenario regarding De Jong’s future is him staying at Barcelona, with no change to his salary conditions.
      Further reports have suggested De Jong’s reason for travel is the wedding of International team-mate and current Man United star Donny van de Beek, who gave him an invitation. More

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      Barcelona president Joan Laporta turns up to Nou Camp with black eye after suffering ‘domestic accident’

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      JOAN LAPORTA rocked up to the Nou Camp for Barcelona’s 4-0 win over Real Valladolid sporting a nasty-looking black eye.The Blaugrana president had a shiner for all to see as he made his way to his seat in the directors’ box.
      Barcelona President Joan Laporta was snapped with a black eye at the Nou CampCredit: EPA
      It has been claimed Laporta picked up his bruise as a result of a “domestic accident”Credit: Getty
      Laporta was in the stands alongside vice-president Rafael Yuste and Real Madrid legend and Valladolid’s president Ronaldo.
      He initially arrived wearing sunglasses, but once Ronaldo joined him, he took off his shades to expose his black eye.
      It remains unclear how exactly the 60-year-old picked up the bruise around his right eye.
      According to AS, the club state that Laporta was involved in a “domestic accident”.
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      Thankfully for Laporta, Barca didn’t let him down as they eased to a 4-0 win against Valladolid.
      Xavi’s side have now recorded back-to-back victories following their 0-0 draw with Rayo Vallecano in the opening match of the LaLiga season.
      In last week’s 4-1 win over Real Sociedad, Robert Lewandowski helped himself to a double in what were his first goals for the club.
      And the 34-year-old was at it again in Catalonia on Sunday night as he bagged another brace.
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      He broke the deadlock in the 24th minute with an effort from close range following a whipped in delivery by Raphinha.
      It was 2-0 shortly before half-time with Pedri firing low into the bottom corner after being picked out by Ousmane Dembele inside the box.
      Lewandowski then put Barca three to the good just after the hour mark with an exquisite backheel after latching onto Dembele’s through ball.
      Sergi Roberto then put the icing on the cake for the hosts in stoppage time. More

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      Ex-Man Utd star Edinson Cavani set to join Valencia on free transfer move after rejecting Real Sociedad offer

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      FORMER Manchester United star Edinson Cavani is set to join Valencia.The striker, 35, is available on a free transfer this summer after his contract expired after two years at Old Trafford.
      Edinson Cavani is on the verge of joining ValenciaCredit: Getty
      He has attracted interest from several clubs including Boca Juniors but looks set to stay in Europe.
      Valencia have offered Cavani a two-year deal and the striker is discussing the final details of the contract according to Fabrizio Romano.
      Real Sociedad were also interested in signing the Uruguayan but were only willing to offer a one-year deal.
      Because of that Cavani has opted for Valencia, and is set to undergo a medical before sealing a transfer.
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      Valencia manager Gennaro Gattuso confirmed his club are on the verge of signing Cavani with owner Peter Lim working to complete a deal.
      He said: “I am optimistic by nature, we are working, speaking, I think that we have chances.
      “Peter Lim is working a lot and I think that we are going to sign Cavani because Lim has a lot of belief in those chances at the moment.
      “When you speak of Cavani, he is not a normal player, he has played at great clubs and at the top level for a long time.
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      “He is 35, but he has an incredible mentality, I am speaking about the technical part, not the money, that is not my problem and they are two different things.
      “The problem is that a lot of people talk during an operation and it cannot be closed in two minutes.” More