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      Barcelona join Arsenal in Alexander Isak transfer race as they prepare bid for £90m Newcastle ace to succeed Lewandowski

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      BARCELONA have joined Arsenal in targeting Alexander Isak as the Newcastle striker’s future grows increasingly uncertain.SunSport can reveal the Spanish giants see the Swedish hitman as a potential long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski.Isak has been in brilliant form this seasonCredit: GettyAnd they believe Newcastle could be tempted to sell because they face having to balance the books to satisfy FFP and PSR rules.It’s believed Isak, 24, would cost around £90m – but Barcelona would be prepared to try and strike a deal.Our source said: “Isak is emerging as one of the best strikers in Europe, and Barcelona have been scouting him since Christmas.“They see him as a player who could come in and lead their line for the next three or four years and be a massive success. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He has all the attributes and would be a superb signing.“Although Isak is happy at Newcastle, the chance of a move to a club like Barcelona would be very difficult to turn down. “Newcastle know they will need to raise funds in the summer which is why Barcelona are ready to make their move.”And, at 24 years of age, his best years are ahead of him.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut the Spanish giants aren’t alone in targeting the forward. Arsenal are also monitoring Isak, as they look to bolster their forward line for next season.The forgotten Arsenal wonderkidsA poor week saw the club knocked out of the Champions League by Bayern and lose ground in the title race after losing to Aston Villa.But the club returned to the top of the Premier League on Saturday with a 2-0 win over Wolves.They could extend their lead on City to four points if they beat Chelsea tomorrow, with Manchester City not playing until Thursday.The Cityzens would have two games in hand, however.With Arsenal potentially coming up just short in the title race in successive seasons, a striker is seen as a top priority – with Isak among the club’s top candidates.He was heavily scouted by Arsenal before his move to St James’ Park in August 2022 for an initial £63m.Mikel Arteta’s striker shopping listBy Jordan Davies
      ARSENAL are stepping up plans to sign a world-class striker in the summer after their Champions League heartbreak.
      Mikel Arteta splashed out £204.5m last summer on Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber.
      But the Spanish manager accepts he needs a proven goalscorer to take the club to the next level.
      And here are the players he is looking at to get the Gunners firing:
      BENJAMIN SESKO (RB Leipzig, value £40m-£45m)
      One for the future at 20 years old. Scored 16 goals for RB Salzburg in the Austrian Bundesliga last season and the Slovenian has carried on that good form in Germany with Leipzig this campaign.
      VIKTOR GYOKERES (Sporting Lisbon, value £60m-£80m)
      Been scouted several times this season. The Swedish striker, 25, is more of a traditional No 9 so may not suit Arsenal’s demand for flexibility but would bring a physicality that boss Mikel Arteta craves.
      ALEXANDER ISAK (Newcastle, value £75m-£85m)
      Impressed in his first two seasons in English football. The Swede, 24, has the pace and finesse to match his finishing ability, and Eddie Howe’s Toon may need to sell to balance the books this summer.
      JOSHUA ZIRKZEE (Bologna, value £45m-£50m)
      Dutch wonder  is attracting the attentions of clubs across Europe. At 6ft 4in the 22-year-old forward would have no trouble adapting to the Premier League and already has an eye for goal.
      XAVI SIMONS (RB Leipzig, value £70m-£80m)
      An incredible talent in the Bukayo Saka mould, currently on loan from Paris Saint-Germain. The future of the Dutch attacker, 20, depends on how much money his parent club want to make from him. More

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      Baffled fans say ‘Rudiger is so weird man’ after spotting bizarre act in tunnel before El Clasico

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      ANTONIO RUDIGER has left fans baffled after his bizarre antics before El Clasico.The Real Madrid star was spotted in the tunnel ahead of the warm-up at the Santiago Bernabeu.Antonio Rudiger was in the tunnel before Real Madrid’s warm-upCredit: XHe then tried to scare the police officerCredit: XRudiger, 31, was walking in front of a police officer and appeared to try and scare him.The defender jumped at the officer with his arms forward before giving him a pat on his arm.The officer saw the funny side of the act as he had a smile on his face.Viewers, however, were left baffled as they flocked to social media to react.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne posted: “Rudiger is so weird man.”A second wrote: “Rudiger acts like someone that is always high.”A third commented: “This guy is nuts for real!”A fourth said: “Bro does not have impulsive thoughts, impulsive thoughts has him.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA fifth joked: “Rudiger always lets his intrusive thoughts win.”Another added: “I love this guy man, why did he do that.”Fans say ‘there’s something seriously wrong with this guy’ as Rudiger squeezes second player’s nipple in two gamesReal Madrid won the LaLiga clash against Barcelona 3-2 thanks to a last-minute strike from Jude Bellingham.The victory has almost guaranteed Los Blancos the title as they are now 11 points clear with six games left to play.It is not the first time Rudiger has caused a stir online with his antics this season.In the Champions League clash with Manchester City he was spotted pinching Jack Grealish’s nipple.He also squeezed Luka Modric’s nipple in a post-match interview back in January. More

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      Jude Bellingham shows off bizarre new goal celebration as England wonderkid nets winner in El Clasico

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      JUDE Bellingham was the match-winner for Real Madrid in a thrilling El Clasico.The England midfielder scored the decisive goal in a 3-2 victory against Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabeu.Jude Bellingham performs a bizarre celebration after netting Real Madrid’s winnerBellingham’s injury time strike sealed a 3-2 win for his sideThe injury-time strike was met with a huge roar from the home faithful of 78,000 fans.And it was followed by a bizarre new goal celebration.Bellingham ran towards the corner flag in jubilation towards his team-mates.He was met by Spain international Lucas Vazquez, where he launched into an amusing dance.Read more football newsBellingham then linked arms with Vazquez as the pair appeared to be dancing The Lambeth Walk.The two seemed delighted with their efforts as they enjoyed the moment.Incredibly, it was Bellingham’s 17th league goal of the season.He is second in the LaLiga scoring charts – one goal behind Girona’s Artem Dovbyk.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd it couldn’t have come at a better time.But it was Andreas Christensen who scored first to put the visitors ahead.Jude Bellingham explains why Real Madrid move was ‘no brainer’ despite holding transfer talks with European giants A Vinicius Jr penalty levelled things, before Fermin Lopez gave the Catalans a 2-1 lead.Vazquez’s 73rd minute strike set up a barnstorming finish.As the clock ticked into injury time, Bellingham stepped up to rifle the ball into the roof of the net to put Los Blancos 11 points clear at the top of the table of their fierce rivals.It was Bellingham’s second taste of El Clasico. In his first back in October he netted twice to secure a 2-1 win for his side.His late goal at the Bernabeu means he is the first player since Ruud van Nistelrooy to score in his first two matches against Barcelona since 2007. More

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      Man Utd ‘joined by Liverpool in transfer race to sign little-known wonderkid with huge £342m release clause’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will face competition for the services of Mikayil Faye, it’s been claimed.The Red Devils are said to be hot on the heels of the Barcelona B wonderkid, who has been a revelation in his first season with the Catalans.Barcelona’s Mikayil Faye is reportedly on the radar of Manchester UnitedCredit: GETTYThey’ll reportedly face competition for his services from bitter rivals LiverpoolCredit: RexBut the Premier League big boys could face a battle for his signature with bitter rivals Liverpool.That’s according to Mundo Deportivo, who claim the Merseysiders are also trying to “acquire” the 19-year-old this summer.Bayern Munich, Lille, Monaco and Nice are also said to be interested in luring the centre-back away from Barca’s youth team.The immense interest in Faye recently prompted his agents to hold showdown talks with Barca’s sporting director, former Chelsea midfielder Deco.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDeco is said to have informed them that Faye is part of their future plans and that they hope to have him train and play in the first team during pre-season.It’s also claimed they plan to give him his first team bow next season.Should United and Liverpool be desperate to sign Faye, they’ll have to shatter their respective record transfer fees and pay his £342million release clause.Faye joined Barca B from Croatian outfit NB Kustosija last summer for a meagre £1.3million.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHe’s made a total of 27 appearances for Rafael Marquez’s side, scoring four goals in the process.Faye was included in Barca’s s squad for their 1-0 win over Cadiz last Saturday after receiving high praise from first-team manager Xavi.Xavi announces he’s stepping down as Barcelona coach at the end of the seasonThe club legend said of the teenager: “Faye will be on the list. He’s ready. We are watching and following.”There are very prepared footballers. La Masia always bears fruit. Faye, Casado.”But the competition is fierce. I see him prepared, yes.” More

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      Arsenal ‘lead transfer race’ for South American striker who has 24 goals in top European league but is keen to leave

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      ARSENAL are leading the race for Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez, according to reports.The 23-year-old is the third top scorer in the Eredivisie this season with 21 league goals to his name.Gimenez has impressed in the league this seasonCredit: RexAccording to Mexican outlet Record, the Mexico international has already made his mind up about leaving the club at the end of the season.The forward has set his sights on a move to one of Europe’s top five leagues, with Arsenal, Juventus and Atletico Madrid all reportedly interested in him.Gimenez will open talks with Feyenoord regarding his future in the summer and the Dutch club are open to selling him if they can find the right price.The Mexico international favours a move to LaLiga as he feels it favours his play style with Barcelona and Real Madrid showing an interest in the past.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBarcelona’s financial issues have left a move for Gimenez off the cards and Madrid’s impending signature of Kylian Mbappe will also leave that move off the table.Gimenez joined Feyenoord from Cruz Azul in 2022 and so far has 47 goals in 84 appearances in all competitions for the Dutch side.24 of those have come this season but he has been less prolific of late – and is currently without a goal in five games in the league.The player will be hoping to fire Feyenoord to Dutch FA Cup glory when they take on NEC tomorrow in the final.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSpurs have been consistently linked with Gimenez in the past which could cause a North London bidding war.The club are reportedly in for a striker next season with the plan being to move Son Heung-Min back to the left wing.How Arteta turned Havertz from expensive flop to Arsenal’s gamechanger More

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      Luis Figo trolls Barcelona fans with pig’s head advert that harks back to infamous El Clasico incident from 2002

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      LUIS FIGO has reignited his feud with Barcelona fans in a hilarious advert.The Portuguese superstar was at the centre of one of the most bizarre and infamous El Clasico moments of all time in 2002.Luis Figo expertly trolled Barcelona fans in an Uber Eats advertCredit: Uber Eats SpainThe Real Madrid icon served up some cheeky banterCredit: Uber Eats SpainFigo looked like he was about to burst out laughing throughout the videoCredit: Uber Eats SpainOutraged Barca fans lobbed a pig’s head at Figo in 2002Credit: Diario ASAfter joining Barca’s bitter rivals Real Madrid, Figo was taking a corner when a butchered PIG’S HEAD was lobbed onto the field from the stands at the Nou Camp.The game was halted for 14 minutes as stunned referee Medina Cantalejo did his best to calm things down.But 22 years after the famous incident, Figo has added more fuel to the fire in an advert for Uber Eats.The clip opens with the Ballon d’Or winner, 51, reading about the unsavoury events as his window is pelted with vegetables.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFigo – who looks to be trying to stifle fits of laughter throughout the brilliant video – then uses the app to find a cooked pig’s head and plates up a tasty dinner for himself.The cheeky Instagram post’s caption translates as: “It’s OK to play with food: this time order suckling pig from Uber Eats and leave it on the table (maybe with baked potatoes).”After the original incident, Real players even claimed they saw golf balls and a knife on the pitch.Barcelona director Gabriel Masfurro suggested the Madrid press had concocted the whole story and had their cameramen plant the porker.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnd Barcelona’s manager at the time – zany former Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal – blamed Figo for taking his corners too slowly.The Dutchman said: “Figo provoked the fans.Footage of Ronaldinho’s son, 19, at Barcelona emerges and fans are baffled to spot his position”He walked over to the corner really slowly, picked up the bottle slowly, went back to the corner. And all this was done consciously and deliberately, without the referee doing anything to stop it.”Figo’s response was brutal.He said: “I don’t know if [former Barca president Joan] Gaspart is taking the p***.”He [Van Gaal] never said anything when he was my manager for two years. And I’ve saved his a*** more than once.”Luis Figo used to be a hero at BarcelonaCredit: ReutersBut their fans gave him an earful after he joined Real MadridCredit: ReutersThe supporters were not happy at what they saw as a betrayalCredit: EPAFigo was targeted by fans as he took cornersCredit: Getty Images – GettyBarca fans made their feelings very clearCredit: Reuters More

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      Joao Cancelo reveals vile Instagram trolls want his unborn daughter to DIE after Barcelona’s Champions League exit

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      JOAO CANCELO has revealed sick trolls wished death on his unborn baby after Barcelona’s defeat to Paris Saint-Germain.The Spanish giants were dumped out of the Champions League by PSG this week 6-4 on aggregate.Joao Cancelo gave away a penalty in Barcelona’s defeat to PSGCredit: AFPHe revealed the sick abuse he received on Instagram afterwardsCredit: Directe 1Barcelona were leading 3-2 after the first leg and took the lead through Raphinha on Tuesday before disaster struck.Ronald Araujo was sent off on 29 minutes prior to Ousmane Dembele levelling against his old club.Portuguese international Cancelo, 29, then conceded a second-half penalty as PSG blew Barca away to win 4-1 on the night.Now the full-back, who is on a season-long loan at the LaLiga club, has revealed some of the vile abuse he received after giving away the penalty.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLCancelo told ESPN: “People say all sorts. There are comments on Instagram wishing death upon my daughter who’s not even been born yet.“They would not say it to my face, because we would have a problem, but in the comments they write what they want.“They’re offensive to my partner, my daughter, our unborn baby. It’s a cruel world and you have to know how to live with it.“I know how to, but I just don’t know what to say anymore.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“Wishing death upon a baby is really serious. People don’t think about the person behind the footballer they see on the television. We are humans, too. We are just the same.”Cancelo could still make his move to Barcelona from City permanent at the end of the campaign.Joao Cancelo in classy gesture as he refuses to step on Man City badge before Champions League return with Bayern Munich He has played 35 times so far this term, including nine starts in the Champions League, under Xavi.However, the Barca boss is leaving this summer after a frustrating season.He and his players will be hoping to salvage back some pride when they head to runaway LaLiga leaders Real Madrid for El Clasico on Sunday night.The reverse fixture ended with Jude Bellingham scoring a stunning last-ditch strike to earn Madrid a 2-1 win.And Uruguayan star Araujo admits they are desperate for payback, saying: “We have a chance at revenge.“Madrid is our biggest rival and we have to change our mentality. We will give everything on Sunday.READ MORE SUN STORIES“We are very sorry [about the PSG game]. Obviously, we are all sad, the children, the families. But this is football, there is always revenge.“We are going to try again next season. I am convinced that this generation is going to win the Champions League.” More

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      Inside Real Madrid wonderkid Endrick’s relationship contract with special ‘I love you’ clause

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      LOVE is in the flair for anyone who has seen Real Madrid’s exciting, incoming whizkid Endrick.But it’s also on paper with his girlfriend Gabriely Miranda – thanks to the couple agreeing an unusual relationship contract.Endrick and Gabriely Miranda have put their love in a contractCredit: Instagram / endrickGabriely and the forward can’t form addictionsCredit: INSTAGRAM @gabrielymiirandaThe fashion model has 703,000 Instagram followersCredit: INSTAGRAM @gabrielymiirandaPalmeiras hotshot Endrick, 17, and 21-year-old model Gabriely must tell each other “I love you” in all situations.Yet other clauses in the deal sound even more intriguing.The four-cap Brazilian will arrive at Real this summer for £52million.But negotiations over that massive move were surely more conventional than his agreement with Gabriely.READ MORE TOP STORIESThe couple have banned “drastic changes of action” between them as well as the use of certain words. However, many far older couples might be impressed with a more serious feature of the contract.Endrick and Gabriely are not allowed to form any sort of addiction.The striker revealed the couple’s love deal on the ‘Pod Delas’ podcast.Most read in FootballAnd after a challenging childhood, he is determined to resist temptation – not just because he hates partying.He told CazeTV: “I don’t want to drink because unfortunately with the things I’ve experienced in my family, I know that alcohol is not for me.Meet Brazil’s stunning Wags from glam influencer to sultry Mexican singer”Going out to buy clothes is. My parents control me if I spend too much, especially on video games.”Endrick, who has a brother and two sisters, was just 11 when his dad left the family to play lower-level professional football.The starlet’s mum was without a home and a job, so Endrick and his siblings lived in an orphanage until their father returned six months later.Endrick’s parents then reportedly worked at an underground train station cafe before Palmeiras hired his dad as a janitor.But the club’s manager Abel Ferreira has expressed concern over whether his Brazilian top-flight team’s greatest talent can shrug off all the hype and media attention.Ferreira said: “I hope he [Endrick] stays focused on football and doesn’t get distracted by other things.”Bearing that fear in mind, maybe a relationship contract is Endrick and Gabriely’s way of helping to stay on the right track.The Brazilian is a huge social media starCredit: INSTAGRAM @gabrielymiirandaOther models call Gabriely an ‘inspiration’Credit: INSTAGRAM @gabrielymiirandaEndrick is impressing in his final season for PalmeirasCredit: EPA More