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      Diego Simeone on verge of extending Atletico Madrid deal after LaLiga title triumph and wants Lautaro Martinez transfer

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      DIEGO SIMEONE is set to sign a new contract at Atletico Madrid, according to reports.And the Argentine will immediately target a transfer for compatriot Lautaro Martinez from Inter Milan.
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      Diego Simeone is set to extend his Atletico Madrid stayCredit: Rex
      Lautaro Martinez is on Simeone’s wishlistCredit: AFP
      Simeone’s current deal is set to expire at the end of next season.
      But the club want to renew after an impressive season in which Atleti won the LaLiga title ahead of rivals Real Madrid and Barcelona.
      According to AS, an agreement is near and Simeone will commit his future until June 2024.
      Atletico had struggled during the 2019-20 season, coming third – 17 points behind winners Real Madrid.
      Simeone, however, put that disappointment down to being in a ‘rebuild’ stage, and was vindicated by this season’s success.
      And he wants to continue the process by adding a new centre forward this summer.
      Luis Suarez’s 21 goals were crucial in winning the title for Atletico,
      And the Uruguayan could be supported next term by a fellow South American.
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      Simeone, 51, believes that Inter Milan star Martinez would be the perfect partner for Suarez next season.
      The Inter striker acted as a perfect foil for Romelu Lukaku in Serie A, and could theoretically do the same at Atletico.
      A deal will be difficult, however, with Atletico feeling the financial effect of the coronavirus pandemic.
      Inter will demand at least £60million for Martinez, 23.
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      Atletico Madrid ‘considering swap transfer with Arsenal involving Hector Bellerin and Man Utd target Kieran Trippier’

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      ATLETICO MADRID are considering a swap deal involving Arsenal right-back Hector Bellerin and England ace Kieran Trippier.Manchester United are said to be keen on the England ace but they may face competition from their Premier League rivals in North London.
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      Atletico Madrid’s sporting director Andrea Berta is said to be a big fan of Arsenal’s Hector BellerinCredit: Getty
      And he would be keen on doing a swap deal involving Kieran Trippier if the Englishman wants to return to his homelandCredit: Getty
      Trippier, 30, has recently got new representatives – Base Soccer Agency – and could be tempted by a lucrative switch back to the UK, according to Marca.
      The Three Lions star only joined the Spanish giants last summer for £20million on a three-year deal, won LaLiga in his first season and is said to be happy in Spain.
      But a deal with a Premier League club has reportedly not been ruled out.
      And this is where Arsenal come in with Bellerin 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.
      It seems unlikely a switch to the Gunners would appeal to Trippier with the North Londoners not in any European competition next season and the Rojiblanco in the Champions League.
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      But reports have surfaced suggesting he has been house-hunting in the North West ahead of a £10m move to Old Trafford.
      According to The Athletic, Trippier has been seen trying to find a new house near Man Utd’s famous old stadium.
      The right back may simply be looking to buy a property in the area because he’s originally from Bury in Greater Manchester.
      Or it could be an indication that he’s interested in relocating from Madrid to England ahead of a summer move.
      The Red Devils are believed to be interested in signing another right back to challenge Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
      Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is said to have reservations about the 23-year-old’s offensive ability and needs a more experienced option.
      Trippier has been crucial to Atletico’s success this season, making 28 LaLiga appearances as Diego Simeone’s first-choice right back.
      The Manchester City academy graduate 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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      PSG launch last-gasp bid to hijack Barcelona’s Georginio Wijnaldum move by offering DOUBLE the wages after free transfer

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are trying to hijack Barcelona’s move for Geroginio Wijnaldum by offering the player TWICE as much, according to reports.The Dutch midfielder’s Liverpool contract expires at the end of this month and various European clubs are said to be vying for his signature.
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      Barcelona and PSG are believed to be battling it out for Geroginio WijnaldumCredit: Getty
      According to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano, Barcelona are waiting for Wijnaldum to make a decision on his future.
      Previous reports suggested the 30-year-old would sign for the Spanish giants on a free transfer.
      But that move appears to be in doubt as PSG have reportedly offered to double his pay.
      Both clubs are believed to be offering Wijnaldum a three-year contract, with the LaLiga team said to be preparing a medical.
      The midfielder is understood to prefer a move to Spain and work under Dutch legend and Barca manager Ronald Koeman.
      But the Ligue 1 side are allegedly complicating matters by offering him more than €150,000-a-week.
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      Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich are also believed to be monitoring the Holland international.
      According to Marca, Wijnaldum told the press earlier this week: “I cannot deny talks [with Barcelona].
      “My contract ends and it is an interesting situation for many clubs.”

      Wijnaldum enjoyed an excellent six-year stint in the Premier League after leaving PSV for Newcastle United in 2015.
      Although the Magpies were relegated in his only season at the club, he’s gone on to win the Prem and Champions League at Anfield.
      And the 74-cap international has been included in Frank de Boer’s squad for the Euros.
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      Richarlison and James Rodriguez could QUIT Everton after ‘complete shock’ of Carlo Ancelotti’s exit to join Real Madrid

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      EVERTON stars Richarlison and James Rodriguez could leave Everton this summer, according to reports.The pair are believed to be in ‘complete shock’ over manager Carlo Ancelotti’s decision to join Real Madrid.
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      James Rodriguez, 29, was signed by Carlo Ancelotti last summerCredit: Getty
      Richarlison, 24, is said to be considering his Everton futureCredit: Reuters
      According to The Atheltic, Richarlison and Rodriguez are now considering their futures following Ancelotti’s departure.
      The Italian coach has agreed to re-join Real – the club he guided to Champions League glory in 2014 – in a shock move.
      Many believed the Italian boss was on the verge of creating something special at Goodison Park after guiding the Toffees to tenth in the Premier League.
      But his exit – plus the impending departures of 13 players placed on the Premier League’s released list – indicates the Liverpool-based club are set for another transitional period.
      Among those set to leave Goodison Park on a free transfer this summer are Josh King and Yannick Bolasie.
      Theo Walcott, who’s also not been offered a new contract, is set to join Southampton on a permanent basis following a loan stint.
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      Liverpool boast the most-valuable squad in the Premier League
      The Athletic’s report will concern Everton fans as Richarlison and Rodriguez are two of the club’s best players.
      Richarlison, 24, has shown glimpses of his talent since moving to Goodison Park in 2018, scoring 33 goals in 105 Premier League appearances.
      Rodriguez, 29, has also done well when available, featuring 23 times in his maiden Prem campaign.

      Everton haven’t won a league title since 1987 and have picked up just one trophy since – the 1995 FA Cup.
      The Toffees have also gone 16 years without finishing in the top four and haven’t qualified for European football since 2017.
      Departing Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo is the bookies’ favourite to succeed Ancelotti at Goodison Park, with sacked Juventus coach Andrea Pirlo also linked.
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      Man Utd transfer target Kieran Trippier ‘looking at houses’ in the north-west ahead of £10m move from Atletico Madrid

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      ATLETICO MADRID star Kieran Trippier is looking at houses in the north-west of England, according to reports.The England defender has been linked with a £10million move to Manchester United this summer.
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      Reports suggest Kieran Trippier, 30, wants a new home near ManchesterCredit: EPA
      According to The Athletic, Trippier has been seen trying to find a new house near Old Trafford.
      The right back may simply be looking to buy a property in the area because he’s originally from Bury, a town in Greater Manchester.
      Or it could be an indication that he’s interested in relocating from Madrid to England ahead of a summer move.
      The 30-year-old, who’s just won the LaLiga title with Atletico, is being linked with United.
      The Red Devils are believed to be interested in signing another right back to challenge Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
      Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is said to have reservations about the 23-year-old’s offensive ability and needs a more experienced option.
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      Trippier has been crucial to Atletico’s success this season, making 28 LaLiga appearances as Diego Simeone’s first-choice right back.
      The Manchester City academy graduate 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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      Gareth Bale to RETIRE after Euro 2020 and negotiate £19million payout with Real Madrid to cancel final year of contract

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      WALES star Gareth Bale will RETIRE after Euro 2020, according to reports in Spain.The forward wants to negotiate a payout with Real Madrid for the last year of his contract and call time on his illustrious playing career at 32, it’s claimed.
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      Gareth Bale has just endured a difficult season at Tottenham under Jose MourinhoCredit: Getty
      According to Spanish newspaper Marca, Bale will look to negotiate a £19million deal with Real.
      The 31-year-old, who celebrates his birthday next month, is said to only find joy in playing for Wales after a tricky couple of years in club football.
      He managed just 16 LaLiga appearances for Real during the 2019-20 campaign as he fell out of favour with manager Zinedine Zidane.
      The Welshman had been hoping to rejuvenate his career on loan at former side Tottenham this term – but featured in only 20 Premier League games.
      Bale has achieved more than most in the professional game – winning four Champions League titles – and his existing £650,000-a-week contract expires next summer.
      The fresh rumours come a month after reports about the ex-Southampton star wanting to quit football at the end of his Real deal emerged.
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      Gareth Bale, Eden Hazard and Sergio Ramos are Real Madrid’s top earners
      Bale may still see a future in the game as his former manager Carlo Ancelotti has been reappointed at the Bernabeu.
      The winger flourished under the Italian boss between 2013 and 2015, putting in outstanding performances in the 2014 Champions League and Spanish Cup finals.
      Ancelotti is a huge fan of Bale and could be key to keeping his desire to play alive.
      The returning Real boss told the press at his unveiling: “I have a lot of love still for Gareth Bale, Isco, Marcelo… They will have motivation to show they can still play for Real Madrid.
      “Eden Hazard? He’s a top player, he’ll show his skills. Hazard and Bale can be so important for us.”

      Bale himself has declined to make any assurances he will continue playing beyond this summer.
      And when asked if Ancelotti’s second stint at the Bernabeu will affect his future plans, Bale said: “No, I am not thinking about anything until after the Euros.
      “I know Carlo Ancelotti, he’s a great manager and I get on with him really well.
      “We had some great times in the past.
      “But I haven’t spoken to anyone.
      “I’m not thinking about my future.
      “As soon as the Euros finishes I’m sure I will have a conversation and then I will go from there. 
      “I am not thinking about anything until after the Euros.”
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      Man Utd on red alert with Sergio Ramos set to QUIT Real Madrid over Kylian Mbappe transfer row with Florentino Perez

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are on red alert with Sergio Ramos on the brink of quitting Real Madrid, according to reports.However, the Old Trafford club face competition from neighbours Manchester City for the Spaniard’s signature.
      Sergio Ramos looks on course to leave Real Madrid when his contract expires on June 30 after falling out with Florentino PerezCredit: Getty – Contributor
      According to AS, Ramos is ready to walk out on Los Blancos after 16 years following a fall-out with club president Florentino Perez.
      The captain’s contract expires on June 30 and contract negotiations had already stalled over the length of any extension.
      However, tensions were made worse when Perez proposed a ten per cent wage cut for players.
      Ramos, 35, believed that was done to help fund a transfer for Kylian Mbappe.
      It is thought the damage to his relationship with Perez is now beyond repair.
      The centre-back, snubbed by Spain for the Euros, was also left out of the promotions for the new kit for next season.
      To make matters worse, Real have already confirmed the signing of David Alaba after he left Bayern Munich on a free.
      He played 21 times in an injury-hit 2020-21 campaign but looks set to finish at the Bernabeu without adding to his five LaLigas, four Champions Leagues and four Club World Cups.
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      United are desperate to sign a centre-back to improve the defence and Ramos has been a long-term target.
      Co-chairman Joel Glazer has promised Ole Gunnar Solskjaer funds in the transfer market.
      Ramos would be a free agent but would still demand huge wages wherever he ends up.
      Pep Guardiola is keen to bring in more experience and leadership into his squad, especially with Fernandinho and Sergio Aguero leaving.
      And the 180-cap international – with 671 Real Madrid appearances – certainly fits the bill with a two-year deal reportedly being offered.
      Paris Saint-Germain may also look to try and secure a deal.
      The Real president wanted his players to take a ten per cent wage cut to help reduce the financial lossesCredit: AP

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      Mbappe would be ‘ideal’ for Real Madrid, says Karim Benzema – as France star ‘wishes’ for striker to move from PSG

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      REAL MADRID striker Karim Benzema has urged his France team-mate Kylian Mbappe to join him in Spain after Euro 2020.The Paris Saint-German forward has been heavily linked with a switch to Los Blancos in the summer with his contract to expire next year.
      Karim Benzema has declared his France team-mate Kylian Mbappe would be very welcome at Real MadridCredit: EPA
      Mbappe, 22, is in talks with Les Parisiens about his future as the Ligue 1 giants desperately look to retain his services.
      But Spanish outfit Real remain keen to sign Mbappe, with the player reportedly having a ‘family agreement’ to join the LaLiga side.
      And Benzema – who is part of Les Bleus’ Euro 2020 squad along with Mbappe – has given his seal of approval should a deal take place.
      He told AFP: “If he came to Real, that would be ideal.
      “All great players want to come to Real one day so I wish it will happen quickly, if he wants to leave PSG that is, they are a good team too.”
      Benzema also told Marca: “I don’t know what will happen, but Mbappe would be welcome at Real Madrid.
      “He is a player who has all the qualities to be a player of Madrid in the future, I hope so.
      “I don’t like to compare. He is still a young player, a phenomenon.
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      “I was able to train with him, we played one touch. He has a lot of pace, he has quality facing goal and he’s very, very good.”
      Mbappe recently revealed that his parents talked him out of a move abroad when he was 14.
      Speaking to L’Obs, Mbappe said: “My parents wanted me to start my career in France, to be educated in France.
      “To play football, but also to continue my education.
      “To go to Spain, even if it was with [Zinedine] Zidane, it was another country, another culture.”
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