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      Erling Haaland’s agent ‘meets with Barcelona and discusses Man City star’s future’ in hint at huge transfer

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      ERLING HAALAND’S agent has held a meeting with Barcelona in what could be a hint at the forward’s future.Footage captured from Spanish outlet Jijantes shows Barca sporting director Deco meeting with superagent Rafaela Pimenta.Erling Haaland could be on his way to BarcelonaCredit: Alamy💣 EXCLUSIVA @JijantesFC‼ Cumbre del BARÇA con los agentes de HAALAND ‼Deco, el director deportivo azulgrana, se ha reunido hoy con Rafaela Pimenta y Maxwell, agentes del delantero noruego, entre muchos otros. El futuro de Haaland, el gran sueño de Laporta, uno de los… pic.twitter.com/lFKPtXTQdF— Jijantes FC (@JijantesFC) February 28, 2024

      They allege that Haaland’s future was discussed at the meeting.The 23-year-old has previously been linked with Spanish giants Real Madrid.However, it seems Barcelona want to try and steal a march on their LaLiga rivals by pipping them to the signing of the Manchester City ace.Haaland has a contract at Man City running until 2027 which sees him earn £375,000 a week before bonuses. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt then eclipses the £850,000 mark when bonuses and incentives are added.Reports in Spain suggest the Norwegian’ has a £171.6million (€200m) release clause in his contract that will become active in the summer. The value of the clause is set to decrease in every transfer window beyond 2024 until its expiry.A “big dream” of Barcelona president Joan Laporta is said to have been one of the points of discussion at the meeting.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPimenta took over the agency left behind by Mino Raiola following his passing in April 2022.Haaland netted five goals in Man City’s 6-2 win over Luton in the FA Cup.His hat-trick in the game was the 18th of his club career, with two more coming for his country.He has already scored 27 goals in all competitions this season, which comes on the back of a record-breaking 52-goal campaign last season.Top 10 highest paid footballers in the world revealed with no Premier League players making the top five More

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      Mason Greenwood ‘does NOT want to return to Man Utd’ despite new boss saying he’s open to having star striker come back

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      MASON Greenwood does not want to return to Manchester United despite Sir Jim Ratcliffe leaving the door open, according to reports.The 22-year-old striker last played for the Red Devils in January 2022.
      Mason Greenwood does not want to return to Manchester United, according to reportsCredit: Reuters
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe did not rule out a return for GreenwoodCredit: PA
      He is said to be enjoying his new life in Madrid with his partner Harriet Robson and babyCredit: Facebook
      He joined Spanish LaLiga side Getafe in September on loan for the rest of the season.
      United’s new investor Ratcliffe, who completed a deal to buy 27.7 per cent of the club, did not rule out a return for Greenwood.
      He said: “It’s a fresh decision. We will make a decision. I do not know if he could still have a future.
      “All I can do is talk about the principle of how we will approach decisions like that.
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      “Is he the right type of footballer? Are we happy with that? Is he a good person or not?
      “The process will be: Understand the facts not the hype and then try and come to a fair decision on the basis of values which is basically whether he is a good guy or not.
      “Could he play sincerely for Manchester United and would we be comfortable with it and the fans would be comfortable with it?
      “It’s quite clear we have to make a decision. There is no decision that’s been made.”
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      But it has now emerged Greenwood, who is under contract until 2025, would be “reluctant” to accept any offer of a return.
      The Athletic reported that Greenwood feels as though United should have given him more support after he was arrested on suspicion of rape and sexual assault in January 2022.
      All charges were subsequently dropped, but the England man would “face greater pressure and scrutiny” if he returned to the Premier League.
      He is also said to be enjoying his new life in Madrid with his partner Harriet Robson and baby and is able to stay “away from the spotlight” while playing in LaLiga.
      It comes as Greenwood wants an investigation into whether Jude Bellingham called him a “rapist” dropped.
      Real Madrid’s Bellingham appeared to mouth a slur after tackling the Getafe player this month.
      Spanish footie bosses launched a probe, which could see Bellingham, 20, hit with a ban.
      But a source said: “Mason has told them he doesn’t want Jude to be punished and has asked them to drop it.
      “He doesn’t want bad publicity and wants to get on with playing football.
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      “He was very upset at the time as he didn’t expect it from someone like Jude.
      “But he knows he’s always likely to be a target for that kind of stuff so he’s accepted he’ll need a thick skin.”
      The striker joined Spanish LaLiga side Getafe in September on loanCredit: Getty
      Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham appeared to mouth a slur after tackling the Getafe player this monthCredit: Rex
      Greenwood’s potential future optionsMASON Greenwood’s long-term future in football still remains unclear.
      Greenwood is out of contract in 2025 and is largely expected to leave Old Trafford in the summer.
      But the star has enjoyed a good season at Getafe and has been linked with other clubs.
      Here are his four main options:
      Stay at Manchester United
      Greenwood’s United career was largely thought to be over when he moved to Getafe on deadline day last September.
      But new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has since hinted that the 22-year-old could be handed a path back to Old Trafford.
      Ratcliffe left the door open for Greenwood to play for United again after saying a “decision” needed to be made.
      Sir Jim said: “He’s on loan obviously but he’s not the only one. We’ve got one or two footballers that we have to deal with and we have to make a decision on so we will do that.”
      Barcelona
      The Spanish giants are understood to have been monitoring the former Manchester United star all season.
      Greenwood has reportedly told his advisors that Barcelona is a “dream move”.
      One source told SunSport: “Barcelona want to sign Greenwood, and he wants to move there.
      “The next step is for the clubs to come to an agreement.”
      Barca are even said to be willing to offer the 22-year-old Lionel Messi’s legendary No10 shirt to convince him to join.
      Atletico Madrid
      The Red Devils academy graduate has also attracted interest from Atletico Madrid.
      Marca previously reported, via Estadio Deportivo, that the club have held talks with United as they step up their pursuit.
      Atletico had a chance to take in Greenwood up close during their derby meeting in mid-December. 
      Whilst the former England international didn’t get on the scoresheet during the testy 3-3 draw, Getafe were able to frustrate the Champions League side and escape the Metropolitano with a point. 
      Make Getafe move permanent
      Greenwood has been building back his form as a regular starter at the La Liga side.
      He seems to have been enjoying his football and is thought to be interested in staying in Spain long-term after settling in the national capital.
      Greenwood has scored seven goals and provided five assists in 25 appearances.
      But several unnamed Italian clubs have also been linked with making moves for Greenwood in the summer. More

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      Real Madrid ‘agree to sign Kylian Mbappe’s brother Ethan, 17, as part of deal to lure PSG superstar to Bernabeu’

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      REAL MADRID have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Mbappe – although they are still waiting to secure the signature of Kylian.The 25-year-old French superstar is out of contract at Paris Saint-Germain this summer.
      Ethan Mbappe is allegedly set to join big brother Kylian at Real MadridCredit: Rex
      A number of reports have emerged that he has decided to join Real on a sensational free transfer.
      Despite technically being free, the World Cup winning forward’s signing will not come cheap.
      Some reports have even claimed that Mbappe is set to earn MORE than Jude Bellingham’s entire £114m transfer fee with his signing-on bonus.
      We also recently revealed how other news outlets had claimed he had made three staggering financial demands in order to complete the move.
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      Those have allegedly been met with Mbappe believed to have agreed a five-year contract to move to the Bernabeu.
      Now a fresh update has claimed that Madrid are willing to sign the star’s younger brother Ethan, 17, in order to help finally get their man.
      The midfielder is also currently at PSG but is mainly part of their youth side and has featured for them in the UEFA Youth League.
      Ethan does have three senior appearances and even played alongside Kylian on his debut.
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      But he now looks set to be heading to Spain with his sibling.
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      OK Diario director Eduardo Inda explained on El Chiringuito show that Mbappe’s entourage, which is led by his mother Fayza Lamari, made the special request to Madrid.
      They asked that they also sign Ethan, who becomes a free agent himself on June 30.
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      Madrid president Florentino Perez was keen to make the family happy and allegedly quickly agreed.
      Ethan is now set to link-up with Madrid’s B team this summer when his brother finally moves to Los Blancos.
      The Mbappe brothers are not the only big brother-little brother duo who have rising stock in football.
      Jude and Jobe Bellingham, who star for Real Madrid and Sunderland respectively, have had a meteoric rise in the last 12 months.
      There are also Chelsea brother and sister Reece and Lauren James, as well as Serbian national team duo Sergej and Vanja Milinkovic-Savic. More

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      Xabi Alonso ‘not interested in Bayern Munich, Liverpool or Real Madrid’ as World Cup winner predicts next move

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      XABI ALONSO is going to snub Liverpool, Bayern Munich AND Real Madrid – according to Germany legend Lothar Matthaus.Former Bayern star Matthaus would love Alonso to be the next boss of his old team, but reckons the Spaniard will spurn interest from a number of big clubs to stay for at least one more year at Bayer Leverkusen.
      Bayern Munich and Germany legend Lothar Matthaus believes Xabi Alonso is going nowhere this summerCredit: Getty
      Matthaus said: “His dream may be to one day coach Bayern, Liverpool or Real Madrid. But, in my opinion, he is not done at Leverkusen yet.
      “Xabi is not someone who gets carried away by big names, he has celebrated too many successes as a player for that. 
      “He, in addition, is not going to be guided by the economic aspect. What matters to him is what he has built and who he has built it with. 
      “He knows where he comes from and what he owes to others. That’s why I don’t think he’s going to sign for another club next season.”
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      Former Kop idol Alonso is believed to be Liverpool’s top choice to replace Jurgen Klopp when the German leaves Anfield at the end of the season.
      But another of the Spaniard’s former clubs, Bayern, are also in the market for a new head coach after confirming that Thomas Tuchel would be on his way this summer.
      And Real Madrid, another club that Alonso graced as one of the most stylish midfielders of his generation, have also been linked with him.
      Matthaus, who won seven Bundesliga titles with Bayern and the 1990 World Cup with West Germany, knows exactly where he would like Alonso to pitch up next.
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      Matthaus, 62, now a Sky Germany pundit, said: “As for the search for Tuchel’s successor, I would first like to say one thing: Xabi Alonso has to top Bayern’s list because of his resume, his authority and his successful work at Leverkusen. 
      “I can’t think of any coach in Europe or the world who fits Bayern Munich better than Xabi Alonso.
      Xabi Alonso and De Zerbi are two names who could replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool in the summer
      “But Alonso is focused on Bayer Leverkusen and I think that is good. Xabi Alonso is not yet interested in Bayern Munich, nor in Liverpool or Real Madrid. 
      “He is only interested in winning three titles with Leverkusen in the next two and a half months.
      “The way he was a player, he is the same now as a coach.
      “He is true to his character. The stories that are unfolding now and in the coming weeks and months don’t matter to him. 
      “He has no pressure and can take things easy.” More

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      Mason Greenwood wants investigation into whether Jude Bellingham called him a ‘rapist’ dropped

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      MASON Greenwood wants an investigation into whether Jude Bellingham called him a “rapist” dropped.Real Madrid’s Bellingham appeared to mouth a slur after tackling the Getafe player this month.
      Mason Greenwood wants an investigation into whether Jude Bellingham called him a ‘rapist’ droppedCredit: Getty
      Real Madrid’s Bellingham appeared to mouth a slur after tackling the Getafe player this monthCredit: Ruckas
      Spanish footie bosses launched a probe, which could see England star Bellingham 20, hit with a ban.
      But a source said: “Mason has told them he doesn’t want Jude to be punished and has asked them to drop it.
      “He doesn’t want bad publicity and wants to get on with playing football.
      “He was very upset at the time as he didn’t expect it from someone like Jude.
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      “But he knows he’s always likely to be a target for that kind of stuff so he’s accepted he’ll need a thick skin.”
      Greenwood, 22, was loaned from Man United last September after bosses ruled he needed to rebuild his career away from Old Trafford — despite charges of attempted rape, assault and controlling behaviour being dropped.
      He has settled in Spain with his partner and baby and is being pursued by Barcelona after scoring seven goals with five assists in 25 league games.
      United’s minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe last week appeared to open the door to a return, saying: “The process will be to understand the facts, not the hype and then come to a fair decision on the basis of values — which is basically, ‘Is he a good guy or not?’.”
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      Major hint at Mason Greenwood’s future as club boss says star striker is ‘crazy’ about playing for him

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      A MAJOR hint has been dropped over Mason Greenwood’s future after Getafe’s president claimed the star striker is “crazy” about playing for the Spanish outfit.Greenwood, 22, was loaned out to Getafe by Manchester United last summer.
      Mason Greenwood has been on loan at Getafe since septemberCredit: Getty
      Getafe president Angel Torres is waiting on Manchester United’s decisionCredit: Getty
      The striker has not featured for United since he was suspended after being arrested on suspicion of rape and sexual assault in January 2022.
      All charges were subsequently dropped with the Red Devils suggesting that he recommences his career away from Old Trafford.
      Now, according to Getafe president Angel Torres, who spoke with Spanish radio station COPE, the forward wants to remain at Getafe.
      He said: “He is very comfortable and crazy about staying another year.
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      “It’s a matter that they [United] have to decide. There is new ownership. They have to decide.
      “In Spain, he has a market but they [Barcelona] have money. Barca’s way of playing would suit him well but it depends on Manchester United.
      “If it’s true, he’ll tell me.”
      Last week, new United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe refused to rule out the possibility of Greenwood returning to the club.
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      The Red Devils academy graduate has attracted interest from Barcelona and Atletico Madrid and United could well cash in this summer.
      But Sir Jim has since hinted that the 22-year-old could be handed a path back to Old Trafford.
      Mason Greenwood trains for first time with new club Getafe after more than 18 months since last game
      Speaking for the first time since completing his £1.03billion purchase of a 27 per cent stake in the club, which includes control of football affairs, petro-chemicals magnate Ratcliffe gave a remarkable insight into his ambitions and thoughts.
      And the Red Devils supremo claimed last Wednesday that a fresh decision will be taken on the future of Greenwood.
      Ratcliffe said: “We will make a decision. I don’t know if he (Greenwood) could still have a future.
      “All I can do is talk about the principle of how we will approach decisions like that.
      “Is he the right type of footballer? Are we happy with that? Is he a good person or not?
      “He (Greenwood) is a Manchester United footballer and we are in charge of football. So the answer is it’s quite clear we have to make a decision.”
      Sir Jim also suggested his preferred option would be a new £2bn replacement stadium for Old Trafford, although rebuilding the club’s 114-year-old home is still on the agenda.
      Greenwood’s potential future optionsMASON Greenwood’s long-term future in football still remains unclear.
      Greenwood is out of contract in 2025 and is largely expected to leave Old Trafford in the summer.
      But the star has enjoyed a good season at Getafe and has been linked with other clubs.
      Here are his four main options:
      Stay at Manchester United
      Greenwood’s United career was largely thought to be over when he moved to Getafe on deadline day last September.
      But new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has since hinted that the 22-year-old could be handed a path back to Old Trafford.
      Ratcliffe left the door open for Greenwood to play for United again after saying a “decision” needed to be made.
      Sir Jim said: “He’s on loan obviously but he’s not the only one. We’ve got one or two footballers that we have to deal with and we have to make a decision on so we will do that.”
      Barcelona
      The Spanish giants are understood to have been monitoring the former Manchester United star all season.
      Greenwood has reportedly told his advisors that Barcelona is a “dream move”.
      One source told SunSport: “Barcelona want to sign Greenwood, and he wants to move there.
      “The next step is for the clubs to come to an agreement.”
      Barca are even said to be willing to offer the 22-year-old Lionel Messi’s legendary No10 shirt to convince him to join.
      Atletico Madrid
      The Red Devils academy graduate has also attracted interest from Atletico Madrid.
      Marca previously reported, via Estadio Deportivo, that the club have held talks with United as they step up their pursuit.
      Atletico had a chance to take in Greenwood up close during their derby meeting in mid-December. 
      Whilst the former England international didn’t get on the scoresheet during the testy 3-3 draw, Getafe were able to frustrate the Champions League side and escape the Metropolitano with a point. 
      Make Getafe move permanent
      Greenwood has been building back his form as a regular starter at the La Liga side.
      He seems to have been enjoying his football and is thought to be interested in staying in Spain long-term after settling in the national capital.
      Greenwood has scored seven goals and provided five assists in 25 appearances.
      But several unnamed Italian clubs have also been linked with making moves for Greenwood in the summer.

      Greenwood was sent out on loan to LaLiga side Getafe in September last year.
      His time in Spain has so far proven fruitful, having scored seven goals and provided five assists in 25 appearances.
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      But the ex-Prem ace and his Getafe team-mates were thrashed 4-0 by Barcelona on the weekend.
      However, his impressive form has even seen him linked with an incredible move to the Catalan side.
      Greenwood has been in top form for Getafe this seasonCredit: EPA
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      Luka Modric, 38, tipped for stunning Premier League return and would ‘easily’ start after leaving Real Madrid

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      LUKA MODRIC is tipped for a stunning Premier League return according to his former Tottenham team-mate Jamie O’Hara.The 38-year-old rolled back the years for Real Madrid on Sunday as he scored a late winner against Sevilla.
      Jamie O’Hara reckons Luka Modric will return to the Premier League this summerCredit: Alamy
      O’Hara played with Modric during his time at TottenhamCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd

      Modric has dropped down the pecking order at the Bernabeu this season following the arrival of Jude Bellingham in the summer.
      Bellingham stunning goalscoring form, with 16 goals in 21 games, has fired Real to the top of LaLiga.
      But, with the England star out injured, it was Modric’s turn to be the hero again.
      Modric came on from the bench in the 75th minute before his late strike earned all three points for Los Blancos.
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      And O’Hara reckons the Croatian midfielder, whose contract expires in June, has showed he could “easily” start in any Premier League side.
      He said: “I had the pleasure of playing with Luka Modric and let me tell you, he was absolutely unbelievable.
      “You couldn’t get the ball off him in training. He’s just gone from strength to strength.
      “He’s been unbelievable at Real Madrid and ended up having a brilliant career playing with some of the best players ever.
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      “He could probably still play in the Premier League – he could go to Manchester United and easily slot into midfield and even Manchester City, to be honest.”
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      Modric spent three years with O’Hara at Spurs after joining in 2008 for a fee worth £16.5million.
      O’Hara then left North London in 2011 to join Wolves while Modric remained at the Lilywhites until 2012 before he headed to the Spanish capital.
      And what a career Modric has had since.
      He joined Los Blancos for £30million and in his second term won the Champions League.
      Modric was then a key man when they won it again, three times in a row, between 2015-16 to 2017–18.

      In total, he has won 24 major trophies at Madrid, including five Champions League titles, three La Liga crowns, and two Copa del Reys.
      Alongside he is the Croatia national team captain leading them to the World Cup final in 2018 and third place in 2022.
      O’Hara continued: “We all know he’s getting older and that Real Madrid are changing things to go with a more youthful approach, but Luka Modric could go anywhere he wants this summer.
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      “What a player and what a career he’s had – he’ll probably go down as one of the best midfielders ever.
      “If he was English or Brazilian you would put him in the category of every other top midfielder who’s ever played the game.” More

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      I’m a Real Madrid legend and Ballon d’Or runner-up, Jude Bellingham is the best player I’ve seen in a very long time

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM strikes fear within the ranks of Real Madrid’s rivals, according to a football legend.The Brit, 20, has been revelation since arriving at the Bernabeu last summer for an initial £88.5million transfer from Borussia Dortmund.
      Jude Bellingham has been praised by one of Real Madrid’s greatest legendsCredit: Rex
      Real legend Raul claims Bellingham is the best player he’s seen in a very long timeCredit: Getty
      Twenty goals in 29 appearances, including 16 in LaLiga, is making a strong case for the midfielder to be considered the best player in the world this season.
      His first campaign in the famous white colours of Madrid saw him nominated on Monday for the Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year Award.
      Raul is a club legend at Madrid, having won six league titles and three Champions Leagues as part of the Galacticos era.
      And the retired Spanish forward, 46, said: “Jude Bellingham is one of the players who has impressed me the most in the past few years.

      “I had the opportunity to see him training and playing in a few games, of course.
      “I think as the president of Real Madrid Florentino Perez would say, he was born to play in Real Madrid.
      “In such a short time, he’s known how to connect with people, with the values that Real Madrid and sports in general transmit.
      “And then, despite his young age, he’s very mature in his way of expressing himself, connecting with people. It’s been a long time since I’ve seen a player with those qualities.
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      “I wish him all the best because he’s just starting out. He hasn’t even been here in Madrid for six or seven months yet.
      “But I think Real Madrid fans are enjoying him a lot. Rivals fear him, which is a really good sign.
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      “And I think he’s a guy with a very clear mind. He knows what he wants and I think he’s going to give a lot to Real Madrid.
      “He’s also going to give a lot to his national team, too.
      “Because he’s going to be a role model to all those girls and boys, who want to be a footballer or be involved in sports. Mainly through hard work, he’s achieving his dreams.”
      Pep Guardiola’s treble-winning Manchester City team and Norwegian goal machine Erling Haaland head the list of nominations for the 25th Laureus World Sports Awards.
      Football superstar Lionel Messi, tennis world No1 Novak Djokovic, F1 world champion Max Verstappen and South Africa World Cup-winning rugby captain Siya Kolisi have all been shortlisted for accolades.
      The winners of the Awards will be revealed in Madrid on Monday, April 22. More