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      Eduardo Camavinga claims Real Madrid transfer ‘depends on several factors’ as he admits he is considering switch

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      EDUARDO CAMAVINGA has claimed his Real Madrid move ‘depends on several factors’ but admits he is considering a switch from Rennes.
      Los Blancos have long been interested in the 18-year-old attacking star and he is seen as one of their top priorities in the next transfer window with a £44million move on the cards, according to reports in Spain.

      Eduardo Camavinga is weighing up a move to Real MadridCredit: Rex Features

      Already a senior France international with three caps, Camavinga is in the last 18 months of his contract.
      And the highly-rated teenager has also been linked with Premier League giants Manchester United as a potential long-term replacement for Paul Pogba.
      Camavinga has confessed ‘it is nice’ that big clubs like Madrid are fighting for his signature ahead of an anticipated summer move.
      He told Canal: “‘Of course it is nice when a big club is interested in you. But I have a cool head, I am at Rennes.

      “We will wait until the end of the season. We will meet and weigh up the pros and cons then.”
      Camavinga praised his dad for making sure he doesn’t get big-headed as European powerhouses make noises around his availability.
      He added: “I always remember where we come from. I know where I come from and where I want to go.”
      When asked if his destination will be Zinedine Zidane’s Real Madrid, Camavinga replied: “It depends on several factors.”

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      Camavinga celebrates scoring on his full France debutCredit: AFP or licensors

      Ramos is one of Real Madrid’s top earners but is demanding more to stay on for a further two years, claim reports

      With his eyes set on a move, Camavinga has employed Gareth Bale’s agent Jonathan Barnett to help secure a dream transfer.
      The main obstacle in Camavinga’s path to the Bernabeu is the club’s desire to finally land Kylian Mbappe from Paris Saint-Germain.
      At the end of the season the 22-year-old French World Cup winner will have just 12 months left on his deal at the Parc des Princes.
      And Madrid have made no secret of their desire to bring boyhood Real fan Mbappe to the Spanish capital.
      But a mega bucks move could mean the Spanish giants do not have the money required to bring in Camavinga at the same time – with club books set to show losses of £81million.

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      Lionel Messi equals Cristiano Ronaldo record of scoring double figures for 15TH successive season after Barcelona double

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      LIONEL MESSI has equalled Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of 15 consecutive seasons of smashing in at least ten league goals.
      The Barcelona skipper notched double figures for this campaign with a double in the 4-0 win over Granada on Saturday.

      Lionel Messi joins Cristiano Ronaldo on 15 successive season of ten or more goals

      Argentine hero Messi, 33, slammed home his first free-kick of the league campaign UNDER the wall as team-mate Antoine Griezmann notched a brace of his own for Ronald Koeman’s third-placed side.
      Ronaldo was the previous table topper when it came to the most successive seasons of double-figure goal tallies in Europe’s top four leagues.
      The GOAT rivals have now both scored a minimum of ten times in the last 15 seasons stretching back to 2006.
      Juventus superstar Ronaldo notched his tenth effort in Serie A this term with a double against Genoa in December.

      The 35-year-old has shown no signs of slowing up having found the net an incredible 15 times in just 13 league games.
      The prolific pair are ahead of three other lethal finishers in Gerd Muller, Jimmy Greaves and Sergio Aguero.
      Manchester City striker Aguero, 32, could still take his tally to 14 this season but he is yet to get off the mark.
      It will be a tough task for Messi’s international colleague as a torrid time with injury has restricted him to just FIVE Prem games so far this term.

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      Messi celebrates scoring his tenth LaLiga goal this season against GranadaCredit: Reuters

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      And in his latest blow Aguero – who bemoaned his decision to buy a £361,000 Lamborghini after leaving it to gather cobwebs – has been forced into self-isolation after coming into contact with someone who tested positive for Covid-19.
      The former Atletico Madrid striker has been a serious marksman since 2007.
      Kun bagged 74 LaLiga goals in 175 games for Atleti, including four back-to-back double-figure seasons before joining City in 2011.
      Aguero has fired City to four Prem titles with 180 goals in 268 league appearances but the club-record scorer could miss out on reaching ten strikes for the first time in a decade.
      Former West Germany forward Gerd Muller was a scoring sensation for Bayern Munich between 1965 and 1978.

      Sergio Aguero faces a tough ask to carry on his run of double-figure talliesCredit: Reuters

      Gerd Muller scores for West Germany against EnglandCredit: DPA/Press Association Images

      Jimmy Greaves is Tottenham’s record goalscorer and was part of England’s 1966 World Cup winning squadCredit: AP:Associated Press
      The seven-time German top goalscorer netted a relentless 365 goals in 427 Bundesliga games for the Bavarian side.
      Muller held the record for most goals in a calendar year with 85 but 40 years after his supreme 1972, Messi broke the record in 2012.
      England and Tottenham hero Jimmy Greaves scored goals for fun between 1957 and 1970.
      The 80-year-old former TV host and 1966 World Cup squad member was made an MBE by the Queen in her New Year’s honours.
      Greavsie dazzled for Chelsea, AC Milan and Spurs – where he still holds the goalscoring record of 220 top-flight goals as Three Lions skipper Harry Kane, on 153, chases him down.

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      Atletico Madrid unable to train after huge snowstorm in Spanish capital causes havoc with LaLiga schedule

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      ATLETICO MADRID’s preparations for the visit of Sevilla on Tuesday have been thrown into chaos by Spain’s freak snowstorm.
      Diego Simeone’s squad have been training individually at home since Thursday following heavy snow in the Spanish capital.

      Atletico’s home stadium has been blanketed by snowCredit: Reuters

      Atletico are reportedly waiting to see whether the adverse weather conditions caused by Storm Filomena persist before making a decision on group training on Monday.
      Access to the club’s Sports City training ground remains ‘difficult’, with city mayor Jose Luis Martinez-Almeida urging motorists not to leave home unless it is strictly necessary.
      While many remain trapped on main roads and motorways or have had to abandon their cars after being unable to continue their journeys.
      More than two feet of snow fell in the Spanish capital on Friday – the most recorded in a 24-hour period since records began in 1971.

      Los Colchoneros’ match with Athletic Bilbao on Saturday was postponed with the visitors unable to land at Madrid’s Barajas Airport and Sevilla could face similar difficulties.
      Barajas Airport remains closed as of Sunday afternoon, with Atletico’s city rivals Real forced to fly straight to Malaga from Pamplona to begin preparations for their Spanish Supercup semi-final with Athletic Bilbao on Thursday.
      Real Madrid were forced to play their match away at Osasuna on Saturday despite spending more than three hours stuck on the runway in Madrid as they waited to take off the night before.
      Despite the pitch at El Sadar passing an inspection before kick-off, Los Blancos boss Zinedine Zidane was angered by the decision to allow the game to go ahead.

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      Nearly two feet of snow fell in Madrid on Friday – the most in 24 hours since records began in 1971Credit: Reuters

      Atletico’s match with Athletic Bilbao was postponed as the visitors were unable to land at Madrid’s Barajas AirportCredit: Reuters

      The inclement weather has thrown Tuesday’s match between Atletico and Sevilla at the Wanda into doubtCredit: Reuters

      Zidane said: “We played because we were ordered to play.
      “It wasn’t anything close to professional football game for me.
      “In the end, the conditions were very difficult.
      “That’s my answer about the feelings after all that happened these two days.”
      Atletico are currently one point clear of Real Madrid at the top of La Liga, and have three games in hand on Zidane’s side.

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      Real Madrid’s Courtois slams La Liga and says ‘we’re not puppets’ after Osasuna game went ahead despite snowstorm

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      REAL MADRID goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has blasted La Liga for giving their match against Osasuna the go ahead despite a freak snowstorm in Spain.
      The Blancos squad were stuck on their plane to Pamplona for more than three hours before take-off on Friday night due to heavy snow.

      Real Madrid’s game against Osasuna went ahead despite adverse weather conditionsCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Osasuna’s pitch passed an inspection before kick-off on Saturday but snow continued to fall during the game.
      To make matters worse, Real Madrid were held to a frustrating goalless draw, further denting their title hopes.
      Courtois told Movistar: “I want to thank the people of Osasuna for having the pitch like this.
      “But it is unfortunate what La Liga have done to us. We know what the conditions were, and of course we were able to play, but taking off with the frozen runway and now we can’t go home. We are human and not a show.

      “We have done what was asked, as if we didn’t come they would have docked three points from us. But I don’t think it’s safe, we aren’t puppets that always have to play.

      Osasuna’s ground staff worked hard to get the pitch in a playable conditionCredit: EPA
      “We made the effort today, but we have to think about these trips and the logistics needed to return home.”
      Storm Filomena has wreaked havoc across Spain.
      More than two feet of snow fell in Madrid on Friday – the most in a 24-hour period since records began in 1971.

      Real Madrid were forced to stay in Pamplona after the final whistle, with Barajas Airport not expected to reopen to incoming flights until at least Sunday afternoon.
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      Ramos is one of Real Madrid’s top earners but is demanding more to stay on for a further two years, claim reports
      League leaders Atletico Madrid had their home game against Athletic Bilbao postponed after the visitors were unable to land at the capital’s airport.
      The failure to beat Osasuna leaves Real Madrid a point behind their city rivals, who have three games in hand.
      It all left Zinedine Zidane furious that his side’s game went ahead.
      He said: “We played because we were ordered to play.
      “It wasn’t anything close to professional football game for me.

      “In the end, the conditions were very difficult.
      “That’s my answer about the feelings after all that happened these two days.
      “Now we don’t even know when we’ll be back in Madrid.”

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      Real Madrid boss Zidane furious after being forced to play La Liga clash at Osasuna despite Spanish snowstorm

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      ZINEDINE ZIDANE fumed after his Real Madrid side were forced to play away at Osasuna despite a freak snowstorm in Spain.
      Heavy snow in Madrid meant the Real squad were stuck on their plane to Pamplona for more than three hours before take-off on Friday night, ahead of their clash at El Sadar on Saturday.

      Real boss Zidane was left angered by the decision to allow their clash at Osasuna to go ahead

      After being held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by La Liga’s 19th-placed side, boss Zidane was left angry the game was allowed to go ahead.
      Speaking in his post-match press conference, Zidane said: “We played because we were ordered to play.
      “It wasn’t anything close to professional football game for me.
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      “In the end, the conditions were very difficult.
      “That’s my answer about the feelings after all that happened these two days.
      “Now we don’t even know when we’ll be back in Madrid.”
      The result leaves Real a point behind La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid, who have THREE games in hand over their city rivals.

      Amid the adverse weather conditions, Los Blancos had attempted to have the match moved from 9pm local time to midday on Saturday, when the snow was forecast to be light.
      Zidane’s frustrations were compounded when rivals Atletico had their home game against Athletic Bilbao postponed after the visitors were unable to land at the capital’s Barajas Airport.

      Sergio Ramos and Co were frustrated as they were held to a 0-0 draw in Pamplona

      The result left Real a point behind league leaders Atletico, who have THREE games in hand

      Getafe’s trip to Elche on Monday is also in doubt despite the clubs agreeing to delay their fixture by 24 hours, as Jose Bordolas’ side wait to discover whether they will be able to travel from Madrid.
      More than two feet of snow fell in the Spanish capital on Friday – the most in a 24-hour period since records began in 1971.
      Real Madrid’s Spanish Supercup preparations have also been thrown into disarray after they were forced to spend Saturday night in Pamplona, with Barajas not expected to reopen to incoming flights until at least Sunday afternoon.
      Zidane’s side take on Athletic Bilbao in Malaga on Thursday, while Clasico rivals Barcelona face Real Sociedad in the competition’s other semi-final on Wednesday.

      Karim Benzema had a goal ruled out for offside as Real were made to settle for a point

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      Zinedine Zidane admits Sergio Ramos could leave Real Madrid like Cristiano Ronaldo did with contract up in the summer

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      ZINEDINE ZIDANE has admitted he does not know if Sergio Ramos will extend his Real Madrid deal.
      Captain Ramos’ contract expires this summer and fears are growing that he could make a shock exit in a similar fashion to Cristiano Ronaldo.

      Sergio Ramos could walk away from Real Madrid on a free transfer in the summerCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Zinedine Zidane is unsure whether Sergio Ramos will commit his future to the clubCredit: Alamy Live News

      Ronaldo stunned the footballing world in 2018 by joining Juventus for £88million after a shift in his relationship with president Florentino Perez.
      Club legend Ramos departing for pastures new was previously considered a remote prospect but contract negotiations with Perez have dragged on.
      Paris Saint-Germain, as well as Manchester United and City, have all been linked with a move.
      And Real boss Zidane has indicated Ramos could be heading for the exit door this summer.

      He said: “Are we going to have a Cristiano case? I don’t know what will happen with Ramos.

      Ramos is one of Real Madrid’s top earners but is demanding more to stay on for a further two years, claim reports
      “He is here with us at the moment.
      “We’re just focused on [Saturday’s] game [against Osasuna].”
      Ramos is free to negotiate pre-contract terms with foreign clubs.

      Contract talks with Real Madrid have reportedly dragged on due to disputes over the length and financial terms.
      Los Blancos have a policy of only offering one-year contracts to players over the age of 30 but Ramos wants a two-season guarantee.
      Bernabeu bigwigs caved but reports in Spain claim Ramos’ wages are now the issue.
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      He has reportedly been offered a rollover of his current £312,000-a-week terms but AS allege he is after more because of the club’s coronavirus pay-cut policy.
      Ramos has become synonymous with Real Madrid having joined the capital giants from Sevilla in 2005.
      He has won 22 trophies in that time including five La Ligas crowns and four Champions Leagues.

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      Watch Real Madrid stars including Eden Hazard have snowball fight in training as club confirm Osasuna game to go ahead

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      REAL MADRID players enjoyed a snowball fight in training as their game with Osasuna got the go ahead.
      The LaLiga kings uploaded a video on Twitter, showing their stars channeling their inner child.

      Real Madrid players enjoyed a snowball fight in trainingCredit: Twitter @realmadrid

      Real Madrid confirmed their game with Osasuna will go aheadCredit: Twitter @realmadrid

      Real Madrid stars channeling their inner childCredit: Twitter @realmadrid

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      Former Chelsea Premier League winners and current Belgium team-mates Eden Hazard and Thibaut Courtois were among those getting involved.
      Madrid players – dressed in gloves, hats and snoods – continued to train in the frosty conditions.
      And they confirmed online that their league clash away at relegation strugglers Osasuna has been given the green light and will be played this evening.

      That was despite Madrid pushing to have the match rearranged after a snowstorm left them stuck at Barajas Airport for more than three hours.
      The champions are second, two points behind Madrid rivals Atletico.
      But Diego Simeone’s side – who suffered a shock cup defeat to Cornella in their last game – are armed with TWO games in hand.
      Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane was a scare for the must-win Osasuna game, having come into contact with someone who tested positive for coronavirus.

      But Zidane himself returned two negative tests and will be in the dugout at El Sadar.

      Ramos is one of Real Madrid’s top earners but is demanding more to stay on for a further two years, claim reports

      In his pre-match press conference, the Frenchman was quizzed on club captain Sergio Ramos – whose contract expires at the end of the season.
      Zidane commented: “Are we going to have a Cristiano case? I don’t know what will happen with Ramos.
      “He is here with us at the moment.
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      Real Madrid push for fixture change after SNOWSTORM grounds plane for more than THREE hours ahead of Osasuna clash

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      REAL MADRID are pushing to have their match with Osasuna rearranged after a snowstorm left them stuck at Barajas Airport for more than three hours.
      Manager Zinedine Zidane broke with tradition by arranging a flight a day ahead of the match because of the extreme weather forecast.

      Heavy snow in Madrid saw Real’s flight delayed for more than three hours

      The club are now pushing to have the match with Osasuna brought forward

      But the decision appeared to have backfired on Friday night as the team were unable to take off as scheduled for the northern city of Pamplona at 7pm local time.
      Instead they were stuck in the plane for three and a half hours before finally taking off at 10.30pm and landing at around 11.15pm.
      Now, with more bad weather from Storm Filomena expected, Los Blancos want the fixture to be brought forward from 9pm local time to midday on Saturday – when the snow is forecast to be light.
      They argue that bringing the game forward makes it less likely the game will be postponed completely.

      A Real Madrid source on board the plane is reported to have told Spanish newspaper AS: “We’re stuck in here like hamsters.
      “It’s all absolutely crazy – it’s inexplicable. Total chaos.”
      Throughout the day, heavy snow continued to fall over Madrid and roads into and out of Barajas were left impassable. 
      Air controllers said snow was covering runways as quickly as they were being cleaned.

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      Footage of the airport posted online showed a heavy blanket of snow covering the area. 
      An air traffic control spokesman said: “At this moment flights are not landing or taking off.
      “Work is being undertaken to clean runways and access lanes but the snow is covering everything almost immediately. 
      “There is a high probability of rerouting to other airports.
      “Several flights bound for Madrid have returned to the airports they took off from.”
      Earlier in the evening Real Madrid posted footage of the players boarding the plane to Pamplona where Osasuna play.

      Defender Sergio Ramos, who on Thursday posted a video of him flexing his muscles bare chested as snow fell on him, winked at the camera as he reached the plane.

      The forecast for Saturday night in Pamplona is that it will be snowing and several inches of snow will be covering the city. 
      The snowstorm in Madrid has been described as historic. 
      The city mayor Jose Luis Martinez-Almeida has urged motorists not to leave home unless it is strictly necessary.
      However, many remain trapped on main roads and motorways or have had to abandon their cars after being unable to continue their journeys.

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