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      Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus WILL play Champions League next season as Uefa halt ESL disciplinary proceedings

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      UEFA have suspended their disciplinary investigation into Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus following a Swiss court warning.The trio looked set to be handed a severe punishment for their role in the European Super League breakaway plot.
      English fans helped quash the European Super League but three clubs remain intentCredit: EPA
      Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus are fighting any punishmentCredit: Getty
      That could have seen them banned from next season’s Champions League – but any sanctions have been put on hold.
      Uefa confirmed in a statement on Wednesday that they will attempt to restart the proceedings in due course.
      It read: “Following the opening of disciplinary proceedings against Barcelona, Juventus and Real Madrid for a potential violation of Uefa’s legal framework in connection with the so-called ‘Super League’ project, the Uefa Appeals Body has decided to stay the proceedings until further notice.
      “Uefa understands why the disciplinary proceedings needed to be suspended for the time being, but remains confident in and will continue to defend its position in all the relevant jurisdictions.
      “Uefa will take all necessary steps in strict accordance with national and EU law in order for the Uefa Appeals Body to be in a position to resume the disciplinary proceedings as soon as possible.”
      Earlier this week, reports in Spain detailed a warning from the Swiss Justice Ministry against Nyon-based Uefa taking action on the trio.

      Those involved claim a court ruling in Madrid legitimised the ESL bid and the judge responsible is said to be looking for the European Court of Justice to back the judgement.
      There is a fear that anti-monopoly laws would mean any punishment is revoked on appeal.
      Nevertheless, Uefa have already obtained an apology and reduced the prize money of the other nine clubs involved in April’s debacle.
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      The six Premier League clubs, plus Inter Milan, AC Milan and Atletico Madrid have all formally apologised and accepted a five per cent cut in prize money for next season – worth as much as £6million.
      Manchester United, Chelsea, Tottenham, Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City settled the issue with the Prem on Wednesday.
      Each club will pay a £3.6m fine for their role in the plot – with a further £25m and 30 points lost if they do it again.
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      Harry Kane to Man City, Jadon Sancho to Man Utd… five biggest summer transfers as window opens today

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      THE Premier League could see an influx of some of the world’s best players with the transfer window now officially open.In what could be one of the busiest summers in recent years, a number of high-profile stars will be swapping clubs in big-money moves.
      Tottenham striker Harry Kane is facing an uncertain future in North LondonCredit: Getty
      Liverpool have already announced the arrival of Ibrahima Konate from RB Leipzig after triggering his £36million release clause.
      Meanwhile Aston Villa have agreed a club-record deal to sign playmaker Emiliano Buendia from Norwich worth up to £38m.
      Here SunSport takes a look at some of the biggest transfers that could take place before the August 31 deadline.
      Harry Kane – Tottenham to Manchester City
      The Spurs forward, 27, told the club in May he wishes to leave in the summer, with a move to the Citizens believed to be his priority.
      SunSport have exclusively revealed that Daniel Levy will only sell the England international should he receive at least £150m.
      And he is unwilling to accept City’s proposal of £60m plus Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus.
      Pep Guardiola is desperate to bring in a new centre-forward after City released Sergio Aguero, though negotiations to sign Kane are yet to take place.
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      Jadon Sancho – Borussia Dortmund to Manchester United
      Having failed to sign the 21-year-old last year, the Red Devils are determined to not miss out on the Londoner this time around.
      Dortmund were seeking £108m for Sancho in 2020, but are prepared to let him leave for nearly £30m less.
      And it has been claimed that United have opened fresh talks to sign the winger who is highly thought of by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
      United have been given a boost in their quest to sign Sancho after BVB’s director Michael Zorc admitted the club will not stand in his way if a suitable offer comes in.
      He told ARD: “We already had a gentlemen’s agreement with Jadon last year that he can switch under certain conditions.”
      Jadon Sancho has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United from Borussia DortmundCredit: Getty

      Erlind Haaland – Borussia Dortmund to Chelsea
      Despite Timo Werner impressing under the tutelage of Thomas Tuchel, his lack of Premier League goals could see the Blues to search for another striker.
      And the German gaffer could look to raid his former employers to bring Norway international Haaland to Stamford Bridge in a £150m deal.
      According to the Telegraph, Haaland would be open to holding talks over a potential switch to the European champions.
      The 20-year-old frontman is believed to be demanding around £300,000-a-week to sign on the dotted line.
      Chelsea have also looked into signing Kane and Inter Milan forward Romelu Lukaku.
      But both deals appear highly unlikely leaving Tuchel to make his move for Haaland.
      Chelsea could look to bring Dortmund striker Erling Haaland to Stamford BridgeCredit: EPA

      Cristiano Ronaldo – Juventus to Man Utd/PSG
      With just one year left on his deal in Turin, the six-time Ballon d’Or winner has been tipped with a move away from Italy.
      It has been stated that Ronaldo’s representatives have contacted United and Paris Saint-Germain over a potential switch.
      Corriere dello Sport suggests the Theatre of Dreams is one possible destination for him, but United would only be able to offer him a reduced salary.
      Meanwhile reports have claimed that PSG are in talks to sign the 36-year-old, who would be open to competing in Ligue 1.
      Talk of a sensational PSG switch has gathered pace since Neymar’s bombshell interview last month where he declared he wants to play alongside the Portugal international.
      Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo has just one year left on his deal in TurinCredit: AFP

      Kylian Mbappe – PSG to Real Madrid
      Like Ronaldo, the Frenchman’s contract will expire in 2022, leading to him to be potentially sold this summer.
      Real Madrid are long-term admirers of the 22-year-old having failed to secure his services when he was just 14.
      Mbappe reportedly has a ‘family agreement’ to join the LaLiga side.
      His Les Bleus team-mate Karim Benzema has even urged the player to join him in Spain as he talked of a possible transfer.
      Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe continues to be linked with Real MadridCredit: EPA

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      Lionel Messi proved right about Mason Mount as Chelsea star becomes 10th most expensive player in the world

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      LIONEL MESSI was proven right about Mason Mount as the Chelsea star emerged as the tenth most expensive player in the world. Barcelona legend Messi tipped Mount as one for the future alongside Phil Foden and Jadon Sancho.
      Mason Mount emerged as the tenth most expensive player in the worldCredit: PA
      Lionel Messi tipped Mason Mount as one for the futureCredit: EPA
      And according to to the CIES Football Observatory algorithm, Mount is worth a massive £105million at just 22-years-old.
      It means he ranks in the ten most valuable player in Europe’s top five leagues.
      Mount was voted Chelsea’s player of the season having scored nine goals with the same numbers of assists in 54 appearances.
      He was a major part in the Blues fourth-placed Premier League finish and European winning campaign.
      Messi – considered one of the greatest players of all times – would have been left unsurprised, having spotted the England midfielder’s talent
      He said in March 2020: “Having watched him play he has the potential to be one of the best.”
      Manchester City’s Foden, 21, as well as United pair Mason Greenwood, 19 and Marcus Rashford, 23, were valued higher than Mount.
      With Foden expected to play a big role at Euro 2020, he was rated to be worth £163m – topping the list.
      Four England players have been included in the top ten most expensive players list
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      Greenwood was valued at £153m with team-mate Rashford at £136m.
      Next up is Borussia Dortmund striker Elring Haaland, 20, (£133m), with United’s Bruno Fernandes, 26, (£132m) completing the top four.
      Barcelona duo Frenkie De Jong, 24, (£118m) and Pedri, 18, (£114m) are sixth and seventh respectively having become key players under Ronald Koeman.
      Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies, 20, is in eighth spot with CIES valuing him at £112m.
      Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix, 21, (£109m) with Chelsea’s fan favourite Mason Mount (£105m) completing the top ten.
      CIES also have valued City’s goalkeeper Ederson, 27, (£53m) as the most expensive shot-stopper.
      And his Citizens team-mate Ruben Dias, 24, (£98m) has been named as the most expensive centre-back in the top five leagues.
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      Arsenal demand £20m for Hector Bellerin transfer and could trigger Man Utd’s move for Kieran Trippier

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      ARSENAL have told all parties interested in Hector Bellerin they must cough up at least £20million for the Spaniard, it’s claimed.And with Atletico Madrid waiting to pounce, it could see Kieran Trippier move to Manchester United.
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      Arsenal want £20m for Hector BellerinCredit: Getty
      And that could trigger Man Utd’s move for Kieran TrippierCredit: Getty
      Atletico were said to be considering a swap deal involving Trippier and Bellerin.
      But SunSport exclusively revealed this week Trippier has told his England team-mates he wants to move to Old Trafford.
      As a result, Atletico have been told to cough up the dough if they want to bring Bellerin back to his homeland to replace Trippier, according to CBS.
      The Three Lions star joined the Spanish giants in 2019 for £20m on a three-year deal, since which he won LaLiga last season and is said to be happy in Spain.
      But boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes the 30-year-old is the ideal player to strengthen his defensive options and also provide competition for Aaron Wan-Bissaka at right-back.
      And though he has been a big hit in Spain, it appears the ex-Tottenham man is excited about the prospect of a switch to Old Trafford in his native North-West if the opportunity arises.
      The former Burnley defender remains central to Atleti’s plans having been instrumental in helping Diego Simeone’s side to the LaLiga title.
      But United believe they can persuade the Spaniards to strike a deal if they come up with a bid in the region of £15-20m.

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      And reports also suggest he is house-hunting near Old Trafford.
      Bellerin is said to be a favourite of Atletico sporting director Andrea Berta.
      The Barcelona academy product is set to lead a mass exodus at Arsenal this summer.
      The Spanish full-back wants a new challenge after ten years at the Emirates and fancies moving to another country.
      And Arsenal boss Arteta will not stand in the way of Bellerin, 26, as he plans to revamp his underperforming squad.
      Manchester City academy graduate Trippier has previously played for Barnsley, Burnley and Tottenham – helping the latter reach the 2019 Champions League final.
      Trippier has played down talk of a move from the Spanish capital, telling the press: “I’m enjoying myself so much out there.
      “I’m just fully focused on doing the best I can for my club. I’m absolutely delighted I won the title out there.
      “People might not focus on me as much because I’m out there in Spain, the Premier League is the Premier League.
      “But I’m enjoying myself, loving it, my family are enjoying it, there’s sunshine every single day so I just need to keep doing as well as I can for Atletico.
      “I’m delighted I’ve done that and now I’m part of England. I know Gareth watches the games along with his staff.
      “So for me it’s just about doing as well as I can at the highest level to try to be selected for as long as I can with the national team.”
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      Barcelona plot shock Raheem Sterling transfer swoop to replace Ousmane Dembele if France star leaves for Juventus or PSG

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      BARCELONA are eyeing up a stunning swoop for Raheem Sterling, according to reports.The Catalan giants could look to the Man City forward to replace Ousmane Dembele.
      Raheem Sterling is wanted by Barcelona, reports in Spain sayCredit: Getty
      Barcelona fear losing Ousmane Dembele on a free next summerCredit: Getty
      The front page of Mundo Deportivo in Spain
      Mundo Deportivo in Spain featured the story on their front page this morning.
      They report that Barcelona face losing French winger Dembele to Juventus or PSG next summer on a free.
      That would be a hammer blow for Barca having forked out £115m to bring him in from Dortmund four years ago.
      Should the Catalans be unable to come to an agreement with the 24-year-old over a new contract, then they’ll have to look elsewhere.
      And Sterling, 26, could be the man to replace Dembele in Barcelona’s front line.
      Ronald Koeman’s men are close to bringing in Memphis Depay from Lyon while Sergio Aguero has already joined from Man City.
      Another ex-City player Eric Garcia has also agreed to join Barcelona on a free this summer.

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      Reports in Spain said the Catalans want another three City stars in a mega five-player raid.
      Sterling and Riyad Mahrez are two potential options while Ilkay Gundogan has also emerged after Barca missed out on Georginio Wijnaldum.
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      Barcelona move for Georgino Wijnaldum HIJACKED by PSG after former Liverpool midfielder changed his mind on Sunday

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN have hijacked Barcelona’s move for Georgino Wijnaldum to sign the midfielder.The 30-year-old is leaving Liverpool this month after his contract expires at Anfield.

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      Spanish giants Barcelona thought they were in pole position to seal a deal for the Dutchman.
      But Italian football journalist Fabrizio Romano claims they have been usurped by the Ligue 1 club.
      Wijnaldum has allegedly already penned his contract at PSG.
      The star is believed to have committed his future to Mauricio Pochettino’s team until 2024.
      He was set to undergo a medical on Monday evening and – if no problems arise – will see his transfer officially confirmed in the coming days.
      Wijnaldum was heading to Barcelona before he changed his mind on Sunday and opted for PSG instead.
      The LaLiga side had a medical planned for the ace, but the prospect of being paid DOUBLE in the French capital proved too hard to resist.
      Barca have now turned their attention to signing another member of the Netherlands’ Euro 2020 squad.
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      Former Manchester United winger Memphis Depay is set to be offered a contract by the Catalans.
      Barcelona have already sealed deals for former Man City pair Sergio Aguero and Eric Garcia over recent days.
      Meanwhile, PSG are locked in talks with Everton over the transfer of Moise Kean.
      The striker was on loan with them last season, scoring 13 goals in 26 appearances.
      But the Toffees are waiting to appoint Carlo Ancelotti’s successor before deciding on Kean’s future.
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      Arsenal ‘ready to hijack Man Utd’s Kieran Trippier transfer’ but Atletico Madrid star wants Old Trafford move

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      ARSENAL could try and hijack Kieran Trippier’s move to Manchester United this summer, according to reports.But the former Spurs ace would rather sign for the Red Devils.
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      Kieran Trippier is currently on international duty with EnglandCredit: Ryan Browne-The Guardian
      SunSport exclusively revealed last week that Trippier, 30, has told his England team-mates that he’d like to return to the Premier League with Man United.
      But Atletico may try and flog him elsewhere, against his wishes.
      According to Marca, Diego Simeone’s side could try and use Trippier in a deal with Arsenal, in which Hector Bellerin would move the other way.
      Bellerin, 26, is one of a number of senior figures in North London that could be flogged this summer.
      Atletico sporting director Andrea Berta is a fan of the Spanish international.
      And Bellerin himself is believed to be open to a return to Spain.
      Trippier, meanwhile, has enjoyed his two years in the Spanish capital, winning the LaLiga title with Atletico last season.
      But he would like to return to England this summer, with a move to be near his family in the North West particularly preferable.

      Hector Bellerin’s time at Arsenal could be coming to an endCredit: Andy Hooper-The Daily Mail
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      United want to recruit him this summer, in order to provide a more attacking alternative to Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
      In fact, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is considering experimenting with Wan-Bissaka as a centre-back.
      This would mirror how Gareth Southgate has used Kyle Walker for England at times.
      United believe they can sign Trippier for a fee in the region of £15-20m.
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      PSG confirm Lionel Messi talks and open door to signing Barcelona legend in sensational free transfer this summer

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has opened the door to completing a free transfer for Lionel Messi this summer.Reports in Spain suggest that the previously wantaway Argentine is close to extending his stay at Barcelona.
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      Lionel Messi is currently on international duty with ArgentinaCredit: Reuters
      But Al-Khelaifi, 47, is refusing to give up.
      In an interview with L’Equipe, he noted: “Messi is at the end of his contract and all clubs have the right to talk to him and recruit him for next season.
      “What I can tell you, and you can believe me, is that all great players want to come to PSG.
      “All – just to be clear, I’m not saying that to answer you on Messi. It’s not possible to sign them all, since we have great players too.
      “And Messi is Messi, a fantastic player.”
      Regardless of his setting next season, the 33-year-old will have to take a sizeable pay cut.
      Barcelona’s £1billion of debt would necessitate a big drop in wages for Messi to stay in Catalonia.
      But even PSG wouldn’t be able to offer his current Barca salary due to a cut in revenue brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.
      Nasser Al-Khelaifi believes that ‘all great players want to come to PSG’Credit: AFP
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      Al-Khelaifi believes that Uefa’s Financial Fair Play regulations are ‘untenable’.
      He added: “Everyone knows that clubs are going to lose money.
      “Honestly, with the health crisis, the rules of FFP are untenable. Football around the world has lost around $8bn.
      “FFP should not prevent investment. Do we want people to put money into football or other sports? I want them to invest in our sport.
      “We need to change the rules of FFP and Uefa must work on it.”
      Manchester City have also been extensively linked with Messi over the last 12 months, but a deal feels unlikely unless something dramatically changes.
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