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      Sergio Ramos ‘completes PSG medical ahead of free transfer with official announcement expected in coming days’

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are set to continue their busy summer with the free transfer signing of Sergio Ramos.The 35-year-old is available after leaving Real Madrid, where he spent 16 years and won 18 major trophies.
      Sergio Ramos is a free agent after calling time on his Real Madrid careerCredit: AFP
      A move to the French capital has long been rumoured and an announcement could finally arrive in the coming days.
      Transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano reports on Ramos signing a two-year contract following a successful medical.
      Madrid had only offered the defender a one-year stay although it was recently claimed that PSG will be paying him a smaller wage than what was on the table at the Bernabeu.
      Manchester United, Arsenal, Bayern Munich and Manchester City had all been linked with the Spaniard.
      But he is set to join fellow former Real star Achraf Hakimi in Paris.
      The full-back completed a £59million move from Inter Milan this week to further bolster Mauricio Pochettino’s side.

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      AC Milan goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, available as a free agent after his Rossoneri contract expired, is tipped to follow with PSG having already brought in Georginio Wijnaldum.
      And they may not stop there with Cristiano Ronaldo and Paul Pogba also rumoured to be on Les Parisiens’ radar.
      PSG failed to win the Ligue 1 title last season for the first time in four years.
      A shot at finally winning the Champions League is also high on their agenda having reached the final and semi-final in the last two years.
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      Carlo Ancelotti ‘calls Richarlison about Real Madrid transfer’ as he tries to bring Everton star with him to Spain

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      CARLO ANCELOTTI has reportedly called Everton star Richarlison over a move to Real Madrid.Goal claims the former Toffees boss is keen on raiding his old side for their Brazilian star.
      Carlo Ancelotti has spoken with Everton star Richarlison over a possible Real Madrid moveCredit: PA
      And an offer could soon be made for Richarlison as Ancelotti looks to rebuild Real for the new season.
      The Italian tactician stunned Everton when he quit last month for a return to the Bernabeu.
      The Toffees have since appointed Rafa Benitez as Ancelotti’s successor at Goodison Park.
      But his exit has fuelled doubts over the futures of some first-team stars.
      Dominic Calvert-Lewin has been linked with Chelsea and Manchester United.
      And James Rodriguez is said to be an AC Milan and Atletico Madrid target.
      Brazil star Richarlison is now being tipped for an exit.
      And it’s Ancelotti who is ready to unsettle his former team by launching a move.

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      The pair are thought to have held several telephone conversations about the possibility of a switch to the Spanish capital.
      Richarlison scored 13 goals in 40 games for Everton last term.
      And Ancelotti feels the forward would be a great squad option, given his ability to play anywhere across the front three.
      Richarlison is currently on international duty, helping Brazil reach this weekend’s Copa America final against fierce rivals Argentina.
      But once he is back in Europe, transfer talks with Real could accelerate.
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      Pedri, 18, breaks down in tears after Spain’s penalty shootout loss to Italy as Enrique compares him to Andres Iniesta

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      LUIS ENRIQUE shared heartfelt reflections about Spain ace Pedri after he was seen sobbing following his team’s Euros semis loss to Italy. The La Roja boss described the rising midfield star as ‘unique’ after the Azzurri beat his side on penalties to claim a place in the contest’s finals. 
      Pedri was pictured being consoled by boss Luis Enrique and Thiago Alcantara after Spain’s Euros semis loss to ItalyCredit: EPA
      Pedri and his team-mates were beaten by Italy on penalties after a 1-1 extra-time finishCredit: AP
      Pedri, 18, has emerged as one of his nation’s footballers to watch, starting in all six of their European Championship duels. 
      The Barcelona starlet only missed 60 seconds of Euros playing action for Spain when he was subbed in the 119th minute during their quarter-final dispatching of Switzerland. 
      And his efforts and moving reaction to Spain’s exit from the tournament won over the hearts of fans and boss Enrique.
      Spain’s vanquishers Italy will face England or Denmark in the competition’s final.

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      Reflecting on the performance of Pedri, the La Roja head coach, 51, said: “It’s unique what Pedri has done. 
      “People have not seen anything like this before, never. Andres Iniesta was not like this at 18-years-old.
      “We have another 18-year-old in Ansu Fati to come back too. We have to look after these young players.” 
      Pedri, who was born in Tenerife, made 37 top-flight appearances for Barcelona last term following his 2020 move from Las Palmas. 

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      And the player, who notched up three LaLiga goals and assists last term, has received 10 international caps since his senior Spain debut against Greece in March. 
      National coach Enrique also praised the mentality and stamina of Pedri’s national team-mates who underwent a third Euros extra-time battle when they took on Italy.  
      Enrique added: “I feel very proud of them. They have learned a lot. We behaved as a team from start to finish.
      “In extra time they were waiting for penalties, we could have played for another half an hour. It’s a nine out of ten tournament for us. 
      Pedri is regarded as a one of Barcelona’s rising starsCredit: Getty
      Pedri missed just one minute of action for Spain at the Euros

      “It can’t be ten because we didn’t go through, but everyone played their part right down to the players such as Robert Sanchez, David de Gea and Diego Llorente who didn’t get minutes.
      “We wanted everyone to be proud of us and I think we have done that. You can’t ask too much from the fans without giving them something first.’
      “We told the players not to worry too much if they missed their kick. Dani Olmo was incredible.”
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      Barcelona star Antoine Griezmann sacked by Konami over leaked video of him and Ousmane Dembele ‘taunting’ Asian workers

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      ANTOINE GRIEZMANN has been sacked as Konami’s Yu-Gi-Oh! ambassador.The Frenchman was only hired for the role by the Japanese company last month, a key partner of Barcelona.
      Antoine Griezmann has been sacked by KonamiCredit: Getty
      But after a video emerged of him laughing along as Ousmane Dembele appeared to mock Asian workers during a club tour of Japan in 2019, Griezmann has been dropped.
      Konami also produce the Pro Evolution Soccer series, with whom Barcelona are official partners.
      In a statement, Konami revealed that they would be asking the Catalan side for its observations regarding the incident.
      They wrote: “Konami Digital Entertainment believes, as is the philosophy of sports, that discrimination of any kind is unacceptable.
      “Previously we had announced Antoine Griezmann as our Yu-Gi-Oh! contents ambassador, however in light of recent events we have decided to cancel the contract.
      “With regard to our eFootball PES franchise, we will be requesting FC Barcelona as a club partner to explain the details of this case and its future actions.”
      Among Dembele’s crass comments heard in the video, he said to Griezmann in French: “All these ugly faces, just so you can play PES [Pro Evolution Soccer], aren’t you ashamed?”
      Barcelona’s Japanese shirt sponsors Rakuten have also contacted the club for comment.
      Ousmane Dembele has apologised for the unsavoury incidentCredit: Getty

      Since the video came to light, both players have issued grovelling apologies, insisting that their language wasn’t racially motivated.
      Griezmann said: “I have always been completely against all forms of discrimination.
      “For the past few days, certain people have wanted to paint me as someone that I am not.
      “I firmly refute the accusations made against me.
      “I’m sorry if I have offended any of my Japanese friends.”
      Dembele added: “Hello all, during these last few days, a private video dating back to 2019 has been circulating on social media.
      “It all took place in Japan. It could’ve taken place anywhere on the planet and I would’ve used the same expression.
      “I was therefore not targeting any community.
      “I just happened to use this type of expression with my friends regardless of their origins.
      “This video has since been made public. I appreciate therefore that it could’ve hurt the people present in these images.
      “Because of this, I would like to sincerely apologise to them.”
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      Contract talks between Lionel Messi and Barcelona ‘going well’ says Laporta despite LaLiga giants’ wage-cutting hell

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      JOAN LAPORTA claims contract talks are ‘going well’ with Lionel Messi – despite Barcelona’s wage woes.The legendary Argentine forward, 33, is officially a free agent after his Nou Camp deal expired last week.
      Barcelona president Joan Laporta claims contract talks with Lionel Messi are ‘going well’Credit: Getty
      Barcelona are eager to keep Messi for at least one more season.
      But a financial crisis means they must first slash club wages before handing their talisman new terms.
      New signings including Sergio Aguero and Memphis Depay cannot be registered after Barcelona busted LaLiga’s wage cap.
      And that has left the door open for ambitious clubs to approach Messi.
      However, Barcelona president Laporta is adamant the icon will remain in Catalonia, claiming that talks over a new deal are making good progress.
      Laporta told La Sexta: “Everything is going for Messi’s contract.”
      Indeed, the outlet adds an agreement has already been reached.
      And it’s just a matter of time until it’s made official.

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      However, should Messi get cold feet or Barca find themselves unable to afford a new deal, there is one concrete option open.
      Ambitious Egyptian side Pharco FC have declared they will seek talks with Messi over an incredible free transfer.
      And they hope to lure him by signing former teammate Dani Alves, who will first represent Brazil at the Tokyo Olympics.
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      Best XI of stars going into final year of contract and could be available on free transfers including Ronaldo and Mbappe

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO and Kylian Mbappe start up front in a star-studded XI made up of players out of contract next summer.The superstar pair are heading into the final season of their current deals at Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain respectively.
      This top-quality XI is made up of players out of contract at their clubs in 2022
      Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe are both out of contract next summerCredit: Alamy
      And that means, as things stand, they will become free agents this time next year.
      So SunSport decided to compile the best team possible made up of those tied down until 2022.
      Andre Onana
      The Ajax goalkeeper may be serving a doping ban but can return from that next season – Arsenal and Lyon are battling it out to sign the Cameroon international.
      Niklas Sule
      Forming part of a back three, the defender could be let go by Bayern Munich at the end of the 2021-22 campaign, especially with the arrival of Dayot Upamecano.
      Raphael Varane
      It was Sergio Ramos this year and Varane next for Real Madrid, with the World Cup winner unable to agree on a new deal – Manchester United are looking to pounce this summer, though.
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      John Stones
      The Manchester City man enjoyed a brilliant season alongside player-of-the-year Ruben Dias, earning himself an England recall and surely a new deal at the Etihad.
      Ousmane Dembele
      Another player linked with United, the Barcelona wide man is struggling to make progress in contract negotiations at the Nou Camp – and his four-month injury lay-off will not help his chances of earning a new deal.
      Eduardo Camavinga
      Camavinga has attracted plenty of interest from United, PSG and Real Madrid with the French teenager tipped for great things – although Rennes may cash in this summer with a £26million Old Trafford switch.
      Paul Pogba
      Should Camavinga arrive in Manchester in 2022, though, he may not play alongside compatriot Pogba, with Mino Raiola desperate to get his high-profile client a mega transfer, possibly to the Bernabeu.
      Ansu Fati
      The comparisons have been made with Lionel Messi due to his breakthrough as a teenager at the Nou Camp – but now he could follow in the Argentine’s footsteps by running down his deal.
      It could be one in, one out at Old Trafford next summer with Eduardo Camavinga and Paul PogbaCredit: AFP

      Pedri
      Like Fati, Barcelona are at risk of losing another ridiculous young talent with Pedri, one of the stars of the Euros, also out of contract with no shortage of admirers.
      Kylian Mbappe
      PSG are determined to get Mbappe to commit his future to the club but he is not convinced just yet, especially with the prospect of an easy switch to Real Madrid in 12 months.
      Cristiano Ronaldo
      As with Mbappe, there has been plenty of talk about Ronaldo’s future this summer – but that will only intensify at the end of the upcoming season if he does not pen a new deal at Juventus with United, PSG and Sporting Lisbon among the possible destinations.
      Other mentions
      Among the other top players whose contracts expire on June 30, 2022 are Leon Goretzka, Marcel Sabitzer, Lorenzo Insigne, Lorenzo Pellegrini, Paulo Dybala, Franck Kessie and Dani Carvajal.
      Some of the Premier League stars include Chelsea defenders Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen, Arsenal strikers Eddie Nketiah and Alexandre Lacazette as well as Everton’s Colombian ace James Rodriguez.
      Ansu Fati is one of a number of Barcelona stars whose contracts expire in the summer of 2022Credit: Getty
      Alexandre Lacazette is also into the final 12 months of his deal at the EmiratesCredit: Kevin Quigley-The Daily Mail
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      Gareth Bale ‘planning to RETIRE from club football but 31-year-old wants to play for Wales at World Cup 2022 still’

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      GARETH BALE is reportedly planning to retire from club football when his Real Madrid contract runs out next year.But it has been claimed that the ex-Tottenham winger, who turns 32 next week, is still keen to keep playing for Wales.
      Welsh legend Gareth Bale will reportedly retire from club football in 2022Credit: Getty
      According to the Mirror, the former Southampton man is open to playing for Wales at the World Cup in Qatar in 2022 should they qualify for the tournament that starts in November.
      They also state that Bale has no intention of playing for another team once his £600,000-a-week deal comes to an end in Spain.
      He is said to have told family and friends that Los Blancos will be the last club he competes for.
      With former boss Carlo Ancelotti back in the dugout at Real, Bale believes he will be given more first-team opportunities.
      Bale was frozen out under Zinedine Zidane, resulting in him returning to Tottenham on loan for the 2020-21 campaign.
      He showed flashes of brilliance as he chipped in with 16 goals in 34 games, with 11 of his strikes coming from 20 Premier League outings.
      The forward was asked about his international future following Wales’ Euro 2020 exit at the hands of Denmark.
      After being asked whether it would be his last game, Bale stormed off from his TV interview where he refused to answer the question.
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      Following criticism from fans for how he reacted, Bale later vowed to carry on playing for Wales until he stops playing football.
      He told Welsh TV channel S4C: “I want to continue to play.
      “People ask stupid questions all the time, but obviously I love playing for Wales.
      “I’ll play for Wales until the day that I stop playing football.”
      Wales, who haven’t featured in a World Cup since 1958, have three points from their opening two qualifying games in Group E.
      They face Belarus and Estonia in their next two games before pitting their wits against Czech Republic.
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      Barcelona unable to give Lionel Messi new contract until they slash wage bill as LaLiga refuse to extend salary limit

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      BARCELONA must cut their wage bill before Lionel Messi signs a new deal, reports in Spain say.Argentine great Messi is now a free agent after his contract at the Nou Camp expired last week.
      Barcelona are struggling to fit Lionel Messi into their wage budget, reports sayCredit: Reuters
      Joan Laporta has urged fans to stay calm as he sorts out Lionel Messi’s futureCredit: EPA
      He has agreed to sign a new two-year deal to stay in Catalunya, but LaLiga wage limits are proving a problem.
      Sport in Spain claim that Barcelona must offload more players and slash their wage bill before Messi can sign.
      The 34-year-old is expected to take a massive pay cut on his last deal – which was worth £2.4million per week.
      Barcelona president Joan Laporta last week urged fans to stay calm as he looks to tie up Messi’s new deal.
      He said: “We want Lionel Messi to stay and Leo wants to stay.
      “Everything is on track.
      “We have the issue of Financial Fair Play, we are in the process of finding the best solution for both parties.”
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      Lionel Messi is currently with Argentina at the Copa AmericaCredit: AFP
      The fact Messi is now not a Barcelona player is also bad news for sponsors, such as kit manufacturers Nike who cannot include him in adverts for the time being.
      ‘Messi 10’ shirts cannot be sold in the club shop, either.
      The forward is also likely to be exempt from the Barcelona medical cover so the Nou Camp side would not receive compensation if he picked up an injury.
      They will get up to £17,600 per day while Ousmane Dembele, who was injured playing for France at Euro 2020, recovers from surgery under the Fifa Protection Programme.

      Barcelona have had a busy summer of transfers with four new arrivals and five departures.
      Memphis Depay, Sergio Aguero and Eric Garcia have all arrived on free transfers along with £6m signing Emerson Royal.
      But Messi is one of five players who have technically left the club along with Matheus Fernandes, Juan Miranda, Trincao and Jean-Clair Todibo.
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