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      Spanish footballer goes viral after giving shirt to fan for 50 EUROS as star reveals regret over controversial moment

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      MALAGA midfielder Dani Lorenzo has gone viral after selling his shirt to a fan for 50 EUROS.The Spanish footballer was caught on camera interacting with the supporter on Sunday.Malaga midfielder Dani Lorenzo gave his shirt to a fan for 50 EurosCredit: X/elchiringuitotvThe Spanish footballer has admitted he regrets the viral momentCredit: X/elchiringuitotvHe had been taking photos with fans after Malaga’s win over Atletico Madrid B.Lorenzo had grabbed his third assist of the season by setting up the winner in his side’s 1-0 away victory.Then, while taking pictures with fans, Lorenzo was asked for his shirt by a supporter.He initially refused and explained that the club – who have suffered a dramatic fall from grace in Spanish football – charges 50 Euros for them.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLUnperturbed, the fan promptly whipped out a note as cameras caught Lorenzo handing over his shirt.Footage of their exchange has since gone viral on social media after being broadcast on popular Spanish TV show El Chiringuito.Reflecting on the incident, Lorenzo has been quoted by Sur explaining: “It happened so fast. Just so people understand, we’re in Primera RFEF, I’m not a millionaire, I wish I were.”We’re given a limited number of shirts to give away, and I had already distributed mine. After that, the club charges us for additional shirts.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I mentioned this to the man in the stands, and he offered me 50 euros. It caught me by surprise, and I reacted instinctively to accept it and exchange the shirt.”He also admitted he regrets taking the money from the fan, adding: “Now, upon reflection, I realise I shouldn’t have taken it.Bruno Guimaraes part of ‘best deal of transfer window’ as fans notice what Newcastle star swapped his shirt for”I did it with all the good faith in the world, and I hope people understand.”Former Champions League quarter-finalists Malaga are now in the third tier of Spanish football.The club’s relegation last season confirmed their place at that level for the first time since 1998.They could be promoted this term, though, with Sunday’s win leaving them in the play-off places with six matches remaining. More

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      LaLiga star fumbles ‘worst penalty the world has ever seen’ that’s ‘even worse than Diana Ross’ with last kick of game

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      LALIGA star Ante Budimir was left red faced after failing to score a last-second penalty for Osasuna last night.However, it was not simply the fact he missed, but rather the manner in which he had done it.Osasuna’s Ante Budimir fluffed his lines from 12 yardsAs he went to feint the kick he got his feet muddled upThis saw the ball chip up and go straight into the arms of the goalkeeperThe goal would have almost certainly sealed a point against ValenciaThe 32-year-old was previously three from three this season, with 16 goals in the leagueCredit: GettyThe Croatian stepped up to the spot kick in the 98th minute of last night’s match against Valencia.André Almeida’s strike for the visitors after 18 minutes had separated the sides, before Budimir was fouled in the penalty area by Hugo Guillamon, with the decision confirmed by VAR.Budimir, joint second with Jude Bellingham in the Spanish top flights goalscoring charts with 16 goals and only behind Artem Dovbyk’s 17, had previously scored three in three from 12 yards this season.However, as he stepped up to take the decisive kick at the El Sadar Stadium, he appeared to be caught in two minds.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBudimir looked set to strike the ball to his left before feinting, managing to send goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili down to the floor in that direction.But the 32-year-old seemed to get his feet all tangled up and only managed to produce a tame chip directly towards the hands of the goalkeeper as he regained his balance.Budimir, like the thousands watching in the stadium and at home, was in disbelief at the gaffe that was only the third penalty miss of his career – and first since 2015.And it ended up costing Osasuna a point as they lost the match 1-0.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERReacting to the miss, the commentator declared: “It’s the worst penalty you’ll see, certainly this season and maybe ever!”One fan wrote on social media: “Oh no. What’s he even trying?”Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson spotted arguing with Blues team-mate after 6-0 Everton thumping as penalty row rages onA second said: “That’s what you get for being too cute with it!”A third added: “As time expires as well, LMAO.”Another said: “Bloody hell. It’s even worse than Diana Ross,” in reference to the singer’s shocker as she shot miles wide of the target at the World Cup opening ceremony when the USA hosted in 1994.Though one fan added: “To be fair his was on target… eventually. The Ross kick went at 45 degrees!”Budimir has impressed for Osasuna this seasonOsasuna fans were also noted to be fairly forgiving for their Player of the Season, giving him some applause despite the miss. And it would later turn out that Budimir had a very reasonable excuse for the tame effort.Following the match, a Osasuna revealed that the Croat had been playing with three BROKEN RIBS.A club statement read: “The footballer Ante Budimir suffered a trauma in tonight’s match against Valencia CF for which, once the match was over, he was transferred to the University of Navarra Clinic.”The tests carried out have determined that the red striker suffers chest trauma with three rib fractures in the right hemithorax.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The player has been admitted to the University of Navarra Clinic for observation of progress and analgesic treatment until further evaluation in the next few hours.”The Premier League saw it’s own penalty excitement on Monday as Nicolas Jackson and Noni Madueke argued over the taker of a penalty eventually dispatched by Cole Palmer in a 6-0 drubbing of Everton by Chelsea. More

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      Barcelona ‘reject £60million transfer offer’ from Premier League club for former Leeds star Raphinha

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      BARCELONA have reportedly rejected a £60million bid for Raphinha from an unnamed Premier League club.The Brazilian, 27, joined the Catalan giants from Leeds in a £57m deal in the summer of 2022.An unnamed Prem club has allegedly had a bid rejected for Raphinha by BarcelonaCredit: RexThat was after he snubbed both Arsenal and Chelsea to secure his dream switch.However, the winger has struggled to be a regular starter since his arrival and has been linked with a departure numerous times.Tottenham were the latest team believed to be readying a swoop to try and bring Raphinha back to the Premier League, where he shone at Elland Road.Raphinha managed ten goals in his debut season to help Barcelona win LaLiga.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe has battled several injury problems this term, which has restricted him to eight goals in 33 matches.However, he has popped up twice at crucial times over recent weeks with the winner against Las Palmas and then two goals in the 3-2 first leg win at PSG in the Champions League.Now Spanish publication Sport says that has led to “big European clubs” keeping an eye on him once again.It then goes on to state that Barcelona have placed a £68.3m price tag on his head due to his recent good form.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBarca are “very happy” with his performances and it will be “difficult” for them to accept anything less than this.And that figure was allegedly decided after a proposal worth around £49m was made by a mystery Premier League side.Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson spotted arguing with Blues team-mate after 6-0 Everton thumping as penalty row rages onThey received the offer but club chiefs rejected it as they believe the star’s value is continuing to rise.However, Barcelona are waiting to receive offers for him and several others that could help ease some of their financial difficulties.And they have both Ferran Torres and Lamine Yamal who are able to line up instead of Raphinha.SunSport also reported how Al-Hilal are chasing former Leeds star Raphinha.The Saudi Pro League side, who forked out over £300million on new signings last summer, are ready to splash out £86m on him. More

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      I’m targeting Euro 2024 glory with Real Madrid legend Luka Modric – but first I’m out to KO his Champions League dream

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      JOSKO GVARDIOL cannot wait to be part of Luka Modric’s curtain call with Croatia this summer.But first he plans to end his countryman’s hopes of bowing out with yet another Champions League title.Croatian stars Josko Gvardiol and Luka Modric will collide again in the Champions LeagueCredit: AlamyModric, 38, is expected to retire from international football after Euro 2024 in Germany.He also looks likely to leave Real Madrid at the end of the season with his former club Dinamo Zagreb among those looking to sign him.In 12 years at the Bernabeu, the former Tottenham man has won the top Uefa pot FIVE times. And he wants one more back in North London to round things off, with the final at Wembley on June 1.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLGvardiol said: “I don’t need to waste my time talking about his qualities as we all know them.“But he’s an even better person — and a leader on the pitch. This will be his last Euros, the last season for the national team.“So as a leader and person, I’m really happy I had a chance to play with him and share a dressing room.“I need to enjoy the last moments with Luka. But it’s also fun to face national team-mates with your club.”Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOver the last week, Gvardiol, 22, has scored a couple of goals that Modric would have been proud of.The defender is settling in nicely at the Etihad after his £77million summer switch from RB Leipzig in Germany but now he wants silverware.Luka Modric’s former club put full-page advert in Spanish newspaper to convince Real Madrid star to leaveIf City are to defend the Champions League trophy they won in Istanbul last June, they will have to do it the hard way.They must see off 14-time European “kings” Real Madrid in tomorrow’s quarter-final second leg at the Etihad.The tie is finely poised at 3-3 with Arsenal or Bayern Munich awaiting the winners in the semis.Gvardiol had not joined City when they first tasted Champions League glory last term  — and he is eager to experience it.He said: “We are going to face Real Madrid, the kings of this competition but if you ask me,  there is no fear.“If you’re afraid of trying and doing something, it’s better to watch it on TV.“We want to win the cup. If you want to go through then you need to beat Real Madrid.“In the Champions League if we want to win it we have to face the best teams.”Gvardiol scored a stunner in Madrid last week then added another long-ranger to round off the scoring in Saturday’s 5-1 rout of Luton.City’s Mateo Kovacic — who also scored a cracker against the Hatters — is impressed by his international team-mate.The former Real Madrid midfielder said: “Josko is doing great scoring goals and he’s happy here which is the most important thing.READ MORE SUN STORIES“He’s loving Manchester life and enjoying his football. We know he is a great player, he just needs to keep going.“We both feel comfortable and we love being here.” More

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      Ex-Barcelona star’s pals ‘used curtains as sex swing at wild parties as he’s sued for vandalising luxury villa’

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      FORMER Barcelona star Arda Turan has been sued for “vandalising his luxury villa” after hosting lavish parties, according to reports.The owner of the house has accused Turan and his friends of “using curtains as sex swings” among a long lost of complaints.Arda Turan is being sued for the damage caused to his Barcelona villaCredit: GettyTuran played for Barca for two seasons in 2015-16 and 2016-17 after joining from rivals Atletico Madrid.Despite his brief stint in the Catalan capital before returning to Turkey, Spanish outlet Marca have said that the player “left his mark” on Barcelona.Turan’s former landlord is now seeking £196,000 in compensation for the alleged damage done to his £15million home by Turan.The case had already gone through the Provincial Court of Barcelona but has been restarted after there were “bureaucratic irregularities” in notifying the former player.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe villa is located in Esplugues de Llobregat, an area near Barca’s training facilities.The owner of the house insists Turan had “no care” for the villa he rented to him and has accused him of letting his friends party there when he was away.Those parties were allegedly raucous with the curtains used as sex swings, cigarette butts littering the floor and left on furniture and electronics damaged.The owner alleges that the television remote was thrown into the pool everytime a certain football team scored.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe owner alleges that Turan was initially an excellent tenant.He completed a deep clean of his apartment when he took over the tenancy and would often sing Barca chants.Football stars’ weird phobiasBut now the two are involved in a bitter legal battle.Turan retired from professional football in 2022.He went on to become manager of Istanbul side Eyupspor in 2023, and still manages the Turkish second division side. More

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      Mystery as Real Madrid name ineligible player in Champions League squad to face Man City

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      REAL MADRID manager Carlo Ancelotti has named Aurelien Tchouameni in his travelling squad to face Manchester City – despite the midfielder being suspended.Los Blancos will travel to England this week to face Pep Guardiola’s side in the Champions League quarter-final second leg.Aurelien Tchouameni has been named in Real Madrid’s travelling squadCredit: GettyHe received his third yellow card of the Champions League campaign last weekCredit: GettyNothing separates the two teams following last week’s thrilling 3-3 draw at the Santiago Bernabeu.But Ancelotti has a huge decision to make with Tchouameni unavailable to play.The Frenchman has jumped from midfield to defence in recent months due to Real Madrid’s injury issues.But now either Nacho Fernandez or Eder Militao will likely step into the position.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTchouameni was hit with the suspension last week after receiving his third yellow card of the Champions League campaign.He was not expected to travel to Manchester this week as a result.However, the 24-year-old has been named in Ancelotti’s 22-man squad for Wednesday’s fixture.Real Madrid were disqualified from the Copa del Rey back in 2015 for fielding an ineligible player.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTchouameni has been integral for Real Madrid this seasonDenis Cheryshev played and scored for the La Liga giants against Cadiz in the round-of-32 when he should have been serving a one-match suspension.Los Blancos launched two appeals over the incident but lost both, meaning they were kicked out of the competition.Haaland slapped by referee during Man City’s clash with Real MadridAncelotti will be desperate to avoid making a similar mistake this week.Speaking after his side’s 1-0 win over Mallorca at the weekend, the Italian claimed: “We are not going to win the game [vs Manchester City] through fitness, but through attitude. City are physically very strong.” More

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      Forgotten Arsenal star reveals ‘sadness’ as he prepares to return to Gunners after loan transfer

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      ARSENAL defender Kieran Tierney has expressed his “sadness” at the prospect of leaving Real Sociedad this summer.The Scotland international who joined the Spanish club on loan at the start of the 2023/24 season, has struggled with injuries and inconsistency during his time in Basque Country. Kieran Tierney has revealed his ‘sadness’ at the prospect of leaving Real Sociedad this summerCredit: GettyThe Arsenal defender went on loan to the La Liga giants at the beginning of the seasonCredit: PAWith Real Sociedad unlikely to make his move permanent and Tierney is not in line to return to the first team at Arsenal his future in North London is at risk.An exit to another Premier League side or a return to the 26-year-old’s former side Celtic has been mentioned.But with only a few weeks left in the season, he is disappointed he will have to leave Sociedad.He told Marca: “I don’t speak as much Spanish as I would like. It’s very difficult to learn and you need to be consistent for three or four days a week.READ MORE ON ARSENAL”But I have learned a different style of football and a different culture.“I’m living an incredible experience, which I’m enjoying. It’s sad there is so little left with only six or seven weeks until the season ends.”The La Liga giants are aiming for a spot in the UEFA Europa League as they currently sit sixth in the league.They sit eight points adrift from fifth place Atheltic Club who are sitting in the qualification spot for the European tournament. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERMeanwhile, Tierney has had an underwhelming term at Imanol Alguacil’s side.Missing a chunk of games due to a hamstring injury has left the defender with only 18 appearances this season.The forgotten Arsenal wonderkidsTierney arrived at Arsenal from Celtic in 2019 on a £25million deal – a record amount for both a Scottish national and a player from the Scottish league. More

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      Ben Brereton Diaz set to return to Villarreal as Sheffield United look to push through Tottenham star transfer

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      BEN BRERETON DIAZ is planning to go back to Villarreal.The talented forward was loaned to Sheffield United after a difficult few months in LaLiga following his switch from Blackburn, failing to score in his 20 appearances in Spain.Ben Brereton Diaz looks set to head back to Villarreal when his Sheff Utd loan endsCredit: ReutersBut now the Chile international, 24, wants another crack at Spanish football.The Blades would love Brereton Diaz to come back to them for a second spell but their chances appear slim.The only possible alternative to Villarreal is if another Premier League club come in.Brazilian midfielder Vini Sousa may also leave if United are relegated as expected.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSBut there is incoming activity too as boss Chris Wilder looks to exploit the loan market.United are looking into a swoop for Spurs centre-half Ashley Phillips, 18.He has impressed on loan at Plymouth this term.Wilder’s side seemingly took another step towards relegation on Saturday.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThey were beaten 2-0 away at Brentford thanks to an own goal from Oliver Arblaster before Frank Onyeka wrapped up the victory in injury time.That leaves United adrift at the bottom of the Premier League table.Ange Postecoglou does NO tactical work in training reveals former Tottenham star Eric DierThey have picked up just three wins and 16 points from 32 matches, shipping 84 goals. Sheffield United are ten points from safety with six games remaining.And should the Blades go down to the Championship, they will be slapped with a two-point deduction.The EFL fined the Yorkshire club £310,455 after defaulting on payments during last season when they were promoted. More