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    Arsenal ‘want Eduardo Camavinga in shock loan transfer swoop as Mikel Arteta targets Real Madrid star to boost midfield’

    ARSENAL want to sign Real Madrid star Eduardo Camavinga on loan.The French midfielder is a target for manager Mikel Arteta as the seeks to bolster his midfield.
    Arsenal want Eduardo Camavinga on loanCredit: Getty
    Arsenal have already signed Leandro Trossard this month as they look to strengthen for the rest of the Premier League season.
    The club are ready to continue to back the Spanish manager as he attempts to land the club’s first Premier League title since 2003.
    Camavinga was signed by Real Madrid for £26million but has struggled for regular game time this season.
    He is currently behind Toni Kroos, Luka Modric and Federico Valverde in the pecking order.
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    However, it is unclear whether or not Los Blancos would sanction a loan for the 20-year-old.
    Since moving to Madrid in 2021 from Ligue 1 side Rennes, he has featured 66 times, scoring two goals and assisting three more in all competitions.
    The French international would be able to provide temporary cover for Gunners midfield duo Thomas Partey and Granit Xhaka.
    Arsenal may only want a loan deal as the club is interested in signing West Ham captain Declan Rice in the summer.
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    Camavinga has struggled at Real Madrid this season
    The club are also closing in on the signing of Polish defender Jakub Kiwior from Spezia.
    Kiwior, who was part of Poland’s World Cup 2022 squad, has nine caps for his country.
    He came through the youth ranks at Slovakian side FK Zeleziarne Podbrezova before switching to their rivals Zilina in 2019.
    His displays there then caught the eye of Italian team Spezia, and the Serie A club snapped him up in 2021 on a four-year deal. More

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    ‘I have not done the right thing’ – Tchouameni issues grovelling apology to Real Madrid after missing game to watch NBA

    REAL MADRID midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni has issued a grovelling apology after missing Thursday’s Copa del Rey win over Villarreal to watch an NBA game in Paris.The 22-year-old was seen at the Accor Arena in Paris, which was hosting an NBA clash between the Chicago Bulls and Detroit Pistons.
    Tchouameni attended an NBA game held in ParisCredit: Getty
    The Real midfielder angered fans for missing the Copa del Rey clash with Villarreal despite being injuredCredit: Getty
    Tchouameni’s presence at the game angered Real fans online as their team scraped by Villarreal with a 3-2 win.
    Real had to come from two goals behind to book their place in the next round of the Cup.
    Tchouameni was not going to feature for Real as he picked up an injury in a league fixture against Villarreal 12 days ago.
    The France international is not set to return to action for another two weeks.
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    Nonetheless, Tchouameni has apologised to Real, its fans, his team-mates and coaches.
    He tweeted: “I apologise to my club, the coaching staff, my team-mates and the Madrid fans for my presence at an event at a time when we were at stake in the Cup.
    “I have been attentive at all times to what was happening in Villarreal, but I have not done the right thing. Very sorry.”
    Real fans’ agitation may come from their domestic league woes.
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    The Spanish champions are trailing rivals Barcelona in LaLiga.
    After 16 games played, Barca top the table on 41 points, three above Real.
    Real were also humiliated by Barca in the Spanish Super Cup final, held in the Middle East.
    Xavi’s men ran out 3-1 winners in a dominating display. More

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    Man Utd ‘confident’ Alejandro Garnacho will sign new deal ‘very soon’ amid Real Madrid and Juventus transfer interest

    MANCHESTER UNITED are allegedly “confident” that Alejandro Garnacho will sign a contract extension “very soon” despite interest from Europe’s big guns.The 18-year-old Argentine winger has been enjoying a breakout season at Old Trafford with two goals and five assists in 16 appearances across all competitions.
    Man Utd are closing in on securing the long-term future of Alejandro GarnachoCredit: Getty
    Garnacho is currently believed to be on around £7,000 per week.
    That makes him the second lowest paid senior player at the club with only Anthony Elanga below him on £5,500-a-week.
    We reported this week that he had snubbed a new deal worth £20,000-a-week.
    That led to both Juventus and Real Madrid stepping up their pursuit of the teenage ace.
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    Atletico Madrid are also keen on snapping up Garnacho from the Red Devils.
    We then reported how United had upped their offer and were “close to” agreeing terms with him and his representatives as they looked to secure his future.
    Now a fresh update from FootballTransfers states that Garnacho is on the verge of penning a package worth north of £30,000 per week.
    That would be on a six-and-a-half year deal with the option of a further 12 months which includes bonuses for goals and other performance-related feats.
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    And transfer guru Fabrizio Romano told GiveMeSport: “Now, the conversations are very positive, so Manchester United are relaxed on the Garnacho situation.
    “They feel they will have the chance to extend his contract very, very soon.”
    Garnacho was a product of Atletico’s youth system after arriving from Getafe in 2015 and playing for the academy set-up until two and a half years ago.
    They let him join United for £420,000 fee in 2020 and he has since risen through the ranks into Erik ten Hag’s first-team squad. More

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    People are only just realising what Casemiro’s real name is with Man Utd star going by different one

    FOOTBALL fans are just realising a little-known fact about Manchester United star Casemiro.Everyone knows the Brazil international is a beast in midfield after his stunning nine-year stint at Real Madrid and dazzling displays at Old Trafford this season.
    There is a little well-known fact about Manchester United star CasemiroCredit: Getty
    Manchester United star Casemiro is actually called Carlos Henrique CasimiroCredit: Getty
    But very few are aware that the midfielder’s name is in fact NOT Casemiro.
    It’s actually, Carlos Henrique Casimiro but the 30-year-old has been going by a modified version of his surname.
    The Brazilian has previously addressed that issue and explained why his name is misspelled.
    It all started during his youth years in Brazil when he played a fantastic game for Sao Paulo and people kept mispronouncing him.
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    Casemiro said: “Very few people know my name is Casimiro, because my mother’s surname is spelt with an ‘i’, not an ‘e’: Casimiro.
    “When I played in Brazil, there was a game in Sao Paulo when people incorrectly named me Casemiro.
    “I played very well that game and I decided that people should keep calling me Casemiro, with the ‘e’. It has not changed since.”
    Casemiro joined United last summer following a £70million deal with Real.
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    There was initial scepticism due to his age and large transfer fee but the midfielder proved his doubters wrong very quickly.
    Casemiro has been a rock in the middle of the park and has already amassed two goals and three assists in 16 Premier League appearances to help put United in the title hunt. More

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    Jude Bellingham’s team ‘tell Real Madrid they are in talks with Liverpool’ over stunning transfer

    JUDE BELLINGHAM’S team have told Real Madrid that they are in talks with Liverpool, according to reports.The Borussia Dortmund star is one of the most in-demand players in Europe.
    Jude Bellingham is likely to leave Borussia Dortmund this summerCredit: Getty
    Bellingham, 19, is under contract with the Bundesliga side until 2025.
    But he is likely to leave in the summer.
    The ex-Birmingham City starlet is being chased by the likes of Manchester City, Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain.
    It’s Liverpool and Real Madrid that are at the front of queue, however.
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    The latter are reportedly in talks with Bellingham’s team over a transfer.
    But they have now been warned that conversations are also happening with Jurgen Klopp’s Reds.
    Former player and football insider Jan Aage Fjortoft tweeted: “Re: Jude Bellingham
    “I understand Team Bellingham have told Real Madrid they are talking to Liverpool too.
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    “At the moment “no favourites”. As they at this stage are investigating their options.”
    Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti previously distanced his side from a move for Bellingham.
    He said: “Bellingham has shown at the World Cup that he is a great midfielder, but so have others.
    “Enzo Fernandez has played very well. Gavi and Pedri as well.
    “Bellingham is one of those very good midfielders, but I’ll stick with the ones we have.”
    The Dortmund star hasn’t played in a competitive match since England’s World Cup quarter-final elimination to France.
    Bundesliga action will finally resume this weekend, with Dortmund set to host Augsburg on Sunday. More

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    Watch Kylian Mbappe’s cryptic reaction after fan tells PSG star to make Real Madrid transfer

    KYLIAN MBAPPE gave a cryptic reaction to fans who shouted at him to join Real Madrid. The France and PSG star has been heavily linked with a move to the Spanish giants for a long time now, but signed a new deal with the Parisians just last season, extending his stay until 2025.

    Kylian Mbappe has been a force for PSG since signing and has scored 191 goals in 240 games
    The PSG squad are currently in Qatar preparing to take on Riyadh XI and Mbappe was signing autographs when the shouts from fans asking him to join Real Madrid began.
    The 24-year-old didn’t do much to respond, but appeared to acknowledge what they were saying by giving the fans a thumbs up.
    The subtle message has sparked further conversation around the possibility of a transfer for the World Cup winning forward.
    Mbappe has become one of the hottest properties in world football and Real president Florentino Perez is reportedly keen on making him the newest Galactico at the Bernabeu.
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    He has been said to be close to a move to the Spanish capital on a number of occasions, but his new £500million contract at the Parc Des Princes seemed to put any rumours to bed.
    However Real Madrid have revisited their interest in signing the superstar with recent reports also suggesting Mbappe himself would be open to the deal.
    He is currently leading the race for the golden boot in Ligue 1 with 13 goals in 17 appearances and has an impressive seven goals in six Champions League appearances this season.
    Real Madrid are not the only possible suitors for the rapid forward as Premier League strugglers Liverpool are also said to be interested in luring him away from Paris.
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    Reports have put a dampener on the hopes of Red’s fans though as it has been suggested that Mbappe turned down a move to Anfield in the summer.
    Any club wanting to secure the services of the former Monaco man will have to fork out a record transfer fee as it is reported that PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi is demanding £352million for his signature. More

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    Marcelo’s son Enzo, 13, scores hat-trick in stunning 20-minute blitz to inspire Real Madrid kids’ comeback vs Atletico

    MARCELO’S son Enzo Alves Vieira stood out for Real Madrid’s youth side with a stunning hat-trick in the derby against Atletico Madrid.Real faced rivals Atletico away on Wednesday and picked up a convincing 5-2 victory thanks to Enzo, 13, who is truly proving to be following in his dad’s footsteps.
    Marcelo’s son Enzo Alves Vieira scored a hat-trick in 20 minutes for Real Madrid’s youth sideCredit: Getty
    Enzo is following in the footsteps of his father and Real Madrid legend Marcelo, who now plays for OlympiacosCredit: EPA
    ⚽️ Enzo Alves. 17 goals & 4 assists in 9 games this season.🅰️ Raúl Andrei. Great assist. 4 assists this season.Atlético Madrid 1-1 Infantil A. pic.twitter.com/X4ubkuf5Wm— Real Madrid Fabrica (@FabricaMadrid) January 18, 2023

    ⚽️ Enzo Alves. His second goal of the game & 18th goal this season.🅰️ Bryan Bugarín. 4 assists this season.Great work from Manu RomeroAtlético Madrid 1-2 Infantil A. pic.twitter.com/fCckUrTZSK— Real Madrid Fabrica (@FabricaMadrid) January 18, 2023

    ⚽️ Enzo Alves. Hattrick for him!!! 19 goals & 4 assists in 9 games this season.🅰️ Manu Romero – 4 goals & 9 assists this season.Bryan Bugarín 🔝.Atlético Madrid 1-4 Infantil A. pic.twitter.com/3wiCWh1Wve— Real Madrid Fabrica (@FabricaMadrid) January 18, 2023

    Atletico opened the scoring after just eight minutes but the striker turned the game on its head in dominant fashion.
    The young forward registered a marvellous hat-trick within just 20 minutes to lead his team to victory.
    Enzo added to his staggering goal tally that has seen him topping the scoring charts.
    The teenager has amassed a whopping 19 goals and four assists in only nine league games.
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    Enzo’s fantastic displays led to Real offering him his first-ever professional contract in December.
    The talented youngster has been recognised for his powerful physique, technique and scoring instinct.
    And it is obvious he wishes to emulate the success of his father Marcelo, even though he has been known to model his goal celebrations on his dad’s old pal Cristiano Ronaldo.
    Marcelo is Real’s all-time most decorated player with 25 honours under his name.
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    The left-back spent 15 glittering years at the Santiago Bernabeu and amassed a total of 38 goals and 103 assists in 546 appearances.
    The Brazilian left last summer and joined Olympiacos but continues to follow his son’s success at his old stomping ground.
    In fact, the 34-year-old took some time off and flew from Greece to Madrid alongside his wife to witness Enzo putting pen to paper on his first ever contract with Real. More

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    Alejandro Garnacho ‘refuses to sign new £20k-a-week Man Utd contract’ amid Real Madrid and Juventus transfer interest

    ALEJANDRO Garnacho has refused to sign a new contract with Manchester United amid interest from Real Madrid and Juventus, reports suggest.Garnacho has been enjoying a breakout season at Old Trafford with two goals and five assists in 15 appearances across all competitions.
    Alejandro Garnacho is among the lowest-paid Manchester United players
    Manchester United ace Alejandro Garnacho has turned down a new dealCredit: Getty
    According to The Independent, the 18-year-old sensation, who is understood to be on £7,000 per week, was offered a new deal by United worth £20,000 per week.
    However, the winger turned it down with his representatives claiming it isn’t enough and doesn’t reflect his growing status in the team.
    The young Argentine has become a United regular under Erik ten Hag but is still among the squad’s lowest-paid players.
    Garnacho is second from the bottom in the wage bill, with only Anthony Elanga below him making £5,500 per week.
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    Hannibal Mejbi, who is on loan at Birmingham, earns almost double with a weekly salary of £13,000.
    That has led to Juventus and Real keeping tabs on Garnacho, who has 18 months left on his current United contract and has yet to receive any concrete offers from his various suitors.
    Juve are looking to update their squad amid a disappointing season that has seen them slump to third place in the Serie A table.
    Real, on the other hand, want to build a new team based on the next generation of players and see him as an interesting addition to join Vinicius Junior and Rodrigo up front.
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    United have taken a measured approach when it comes to young players’ wages recently.
    The Manchester giants want to send a message that the money will follow if the players’ performances meet the required standards on a consistent basis.
    Nevertheless, the Red Devils have insisted talks have been “positive” with Garnacho’s representatives.
    But the forward’s stock has dramatically increased, especially after his impressive performance against Manchester City on Saturday.
    The teenager came on as a second-half substitute and set up Marcus Rashford’s winner that sealed a sensational comeback win. More