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    Arsenal target Andrea Belotti but face transfer battle with four Italian clubs for £29million-rated Italy striker

    ARSENAL reportedly want to bring Torino ace Andrea Belotti to the Emirates this summer.But the North London club will have to battle it out with several Italian teams for the striker’s signature.
    Arsenal will face competition from several Italian clubs to sign BelottiCredit: Getty
    Mikel Arteta’s side face stiff competition from Serie A giants AC Milan, Napoli, Fiorentina and Jose Mourinho’s Roma who are all interested in the 27-year-old, according to Tuttosport.
    The Italian hot-shot’s contract runs out next summer and Torino are said to be holding out for £29million to prevent the risk of losing him on a free transfer.
    Arsenal were also linked with a move for Belotti a few months ago, amid reports that Alexandre Lacazette was heading for the exit.
    Arteta wants to bolster his squad this summer after finishing a lowly eighth in the Premier League last season.
    Belotti scored 13 times for Torino in the previous Serie A campaign, and his goals could help fire the Gunners back up the table.
    Arsenal will also have to fend off attention closer to home with Premier League rivals Manchester United and Liverpool reportedly vying to secure his services.
    United are said to view the centre-forward as a possible replacement for Edinson Cavani.
    But it’s believed that Belotti’s future will not be decided until after Euro 2020.

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    He’s featured in three of The Azzuri’s games so far in their progression to the quarter-finals of the competition.
    Although he’s not managed to score yet, Belotti’s had seven attempts on goal.
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    Chelsea interested in Barcelona outcast Miralem Pjanic but face three-club transfer battle with Juventus and PSG

    MIRALEM PJANIC is reportedly attracting interest from Chelsea, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain ahead of a Barcelona fire sale.The LaLiga giants are facing mounting debt and have been told to drastically cut their wage bill.
    Miralem Pjanic reportedly favours a move to JuventusCredit: Getty
    Samuel Umtiti, Philippe Coutinho and Martin Braithwaite are just some of the players linked with moves this summer.
    According to ESPN, midfielder Pjanic is among them.
    The 31-year-old signed only 12 months ago from Juventus in a contrived swap deal for Brazilian playmaker Arthur Melo.
    Yet he has failed to light up the Camp Nou and did not score a goal during their failed LaLiga title bid.
    Therefore Barcelona are said to be ready to accept a reasonable bid for Pjanic.
    Massimiliano Allegri signed the Bosnian for Juventus in 2016 and helped turn him into one of the world’s top central midfielders.

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    The Italian is now back in Turin for the new season and is reportedly interested in securing Pjanic’s return.
    But the Old Lady are thought to not be too keen on a permanent transfer with a significant fee.
    Whether a loan deal is of interest to Barcelona remains to be seen.
    Earlier in the summer, the player was said to want a move back to Italy.

    Chelsea and PSG have also been named by Le10Sport as considering a loan bid.
    Thomas Tuchel is preparing to spend big to turn his Blues team into Premier League title challengers.
    On the German’s wishlist is a new centre-back with Sevilla’s Jules Kounde strongly linked alongside Real Madrid star Raphael Varane.
    Former striker Romelu Lukaku has also been lined up but is not thought to be ready to leave Inter Milan.
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    Who is Cristiano Ronaldo’s girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez? Mum of daughter Alana and Spanish-Argentine model

    GEORGINA RODRIGUEZ has been by the side of superstar footballer Cristiano Ronaldo for almost five years.The couple now have a daughter together, Alana, while also raising Ronaldo’s other three children –  here is all you need to know about the Spanish-Argentine model.
    Ronaldo and partner Georgina Rodriguez often use their private jet to zoom around EuropeCredit: Instagram @georginagio
    Who is Georgina Rodriguez?
    Georgina Rodriguez grew up in Jaca, a city in north eastern Spain and part of the province of Huesca, near the Pyrenees.
    She was born to a Spanish mum and Argentine dad.
    Georgina learned dance before changing careers to modelling after studying English in London.
    The Sun revealed that her father is a convicted cocaine trafficker named Jorge Rodriguez, 71, who spent ten years in jail.
    The 27-year-old was first spotted on a string of dates with then-Real Madrid superstar Ronaldo towards the end of 2016.
    Cristiano Ronaldo shared a cosy family picture of him cuddling three of his children with Georgina RodriguezCredit: Instagram
    Georgina has claimed that her first meeting with the football star was “love at first sight.”
    “Our first meeting was at Gucci, where I worked as a sales assistant,” she recalled in an interview with The Sun .
    “Days later, we saw each other again at another brand’s event.
    “It was then that we could talk in a relaxed atmosphere, outside my work environment. It was love at first sight for both.”
    Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez have a baby girl togetherCredit: Twitter
    News of her relationship with the footballer began to emerge in November 2016 when they were snapped walking around Disneyland Paris arm-in-arm and publicly showing their affection for one another.
    And despite putting on a disguise, the Italian magazine Chi was able to identify Ronaldo as he cuddled up to his new love interest.
    Georgina gave birth to baby daughter Alana Martina on November 12, 2017, with Ronaldo posting a picture on Instagram, writing: “Alana Martina is just born! Both Geo and Alana are doing great! We are all very happy!'”
    And just over two years later, the pair were forced to deny rumours that they had got hitched in a low-key ceremony in Morocco.
    Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez are on lockdown together in MadeiraCredit: AFP or licensors
    Georgina Rodriguez posted her home workout on InstagramCredit: Instagram / @georginagio
    How did Georgina Rodriguez and Cristiano Ronaldo meet?
    Before meeting Ronaldo, Georgina worked at a Gucci store in the Spanish capital of Madrid.
    It’s believed the Spanish beauty caught the eye of Cristiano Ronaldo in the VIP area of a Dolce & Gabbana event.
    How long have Georgina Rodriguez and Cristiano Ronaldo been dating?
    The couple appeared to start dating a few months after Ronaldo was caught cuddling up to fitness model Cassandre Davis in August 2016.
    And, while it’s difficult to know exactly how long Ronaldo and Georgina have been together, their first public date was in mid-November 2016.
    On February 23, 2017, Ronaldo joked to a friend telling him to “be careful” when he uploaded a photo alongside Georgina.

    How many children does Cristiano Ronaldo have?
    The star now has four children after the birth of Alana Martina.
    Ronaldo, 36, welcomed twins – Eva and Mateo – into the world in June 2017 after a surrogate mother allegedly gave birth to them in America.
    He is also a father to seven-year-old son Cristiano Ronaldo Jr.
    In May 2020, an update to her Instagram story showed a blurred photo of her chewing gum with the words “Baby Girl” typed above alongside a heart wrapped in a bow emoji.
    Rodriguez did not confirm she is expecting but the hint certainly suggested there was a possibility she was pregnant. More

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    West Ham ready to sell £36m flop Felipe Anderson back to Lazio with ‘negotiations already underway’

    LAZIO are reportedly in talks to bring Felipe Anderson back for a fraction of the £36million fee West Ham paid for the winger.The Brazilian was tipped to light up the Premier League after starring in Italy, yet has hit just 12 goals in three years.
    Felipe Anderson is reportedly wanted for a move back to LazioCredit: AFP
    West Ham allowed Anderson, 28, to spend the 2020-21 season on loan at Porto – but he again failed to find form.
    A summer exit is on the cards with Sky Sport Italia detailing Lazio’s bid.
    The Serie A outfit are hoping to do a deal for £8.5m and talks are said to already be underway between the player’s camp and Aquile sporting director Igli Tare.
    Maurizio Sarri takes charge of the club for the new season and has reportedly given his blessing to the deal.
    But player sales may have to be completed first, even though Anderson’s fee will be reduced by his contract expiring in just a year’s time.
    The 28-year-old led Lazio to a Supercoppa Italiana crown after an appearance in the 2017 Coppa Italia final during his five years in Rome.
    Borussia Dortmund forward Julian Brandt and Bologna’s Riccardo Orsolini are also named as on the club’s shortlist.
    West Ham could use the funds to help their bid for Jesse Lingard, following his impressive loan spell from Manchester United.
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    Jadon Sancho’s long-awaited move to Old Trafford is said to be holding up their pursuit of the midfielder.
    David Moyes is linked with a wide range of targets ahead of the Hammers’ Europa League campaign.
    Fiorentina star Nikola Milenkovic is reportedly one option in defence with Martin Braithwaite touted for a move from Barcelona to bolster the West Ham frontline.
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    Man Utd and Arsenal joined in Merih Demiral transfer chase by Everton with Juventus asking for £37.5m for centre-half

    EVERTON are in talks with Juventus to sign defender Merih Demiral, according to reports.The Toffees have targeted the Turkey international for some time, and have now been set an asking price by Juventus.
    Merih Demiral featured in every game for Turkey at Euro 2020
    A report from Italian outlet Tuttosport claims the Serie A outfit want €40million (£37.5m) for the centre-back.
    Everton were plotting a £26m move for Demiral in March, so owner Farhad Moshiri will have to spend more than he planned to get his man.
    Talks between the two clubs had reportedly taken place before Juventus decided to up their price.
    And Everton are not prepared to make a new bid until they appoint a manager.
    Nuno Espirito Santo has been linked to the role but Rafa Benitez is still the favourite to succeed Carlo Ancelotti.
    Demiral, 23, is believed to be keen on leaving Turin this summer in search of first-team football.
    He featured in just 15 league games for Juventus and has failed to nail down a regular place in the side since signing in 2019.

    Arsenal were linked with a move for Demiral last summer but Juventus wanted to keep him at the club.
    Manchester United have also been keen on the defender in the past, and sent scouts to watch him in 2019.
    But it is Everton’s interest which has lasted, and he could make the switch to Goodison Park if his asking price is met.
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    Kalidou Koulibaly buys ambulances, masks and medical equipment for Senegal in brilliant gesture on his 30th birthday

    NAPOLI defender Kalidou Koulibaly has celebrated his 30th birthday by donating two ambulances and medical equipment to hospitals in Senegal.In a brilliant gesture, the former Genk centre-back has purchased supplies that will be heading to his native country.
    Kalidou Koulibaly has been keeping his fans updated during his time in SenegalCredit: Instagram @kkoulibaly26
    Napoli ace Koulibaly has donated medical equipment and supplies to hospitals in SenegalCredit: Instagram @kkoulibaly26
    According to La Gazzetta dello Sport via Football Italia, Koulibaly paid for a number of items to be shipped to Senegal from the port of Naples.
    Among those include two ambulances, hospital gowns, stretchers, personal protective equipment and thousands of protective masks.
    Koulibaly is currently in Senegal during the off-season where he has kept his 1.5million Instagram followers informed of his experiences.
    And his fans were quick to praise the player as they commented on Koulibaly’s latest social media post.
    One messaged: “We are proud of you. I love people who never forget their origin and culture. This is how self-respect is earned.”
    Another remarked: “You are a great man, a great player. Your heart is huge.”
    A third added: “Proud of you champion.”
    Meanwhile one simply stated: “You are amazing.”

    Former Genk defender Koulibaly is tied down at Napoli until 2023Credit: Instagram @kkoulibaly26
    Koulibaly is facing an uncertain future in Napoli despite having two years left to run on his contract.
    Everton were linked with a move for the player before Carlo Ancelotti departed Goodison Park.
    Meanwhile Manchester United, City and Barcelona have been credited with an interest in him.
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    Gorgeous Italian football host Floriana Messina is the fans’ favourite to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day

    FOOTBALL fans are calling on Gary Lineker to be replaced by his stunning Italian counterpart Floriana Messina.The raven-haired beauty hosts a Match of the Day-style show in her homeland.
    Football fans want stunning Italian football presenter Floriana Messina to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the DayCredit: floriana_messina instagram
    But Premier League fans have been quick to spot how different the pair are.
    Former England and Tottenham striker Lineker has hosted MOTD for 21 years and has 1million Instagram followers
    The 60-year-old Leicester fan – a double divorcee and dad-of-four – has often come under-fire for his £1.75million-a-year BBC salary, although in 2019 agreed to take a pay cut.
    Reports claim ex-Tottenham and Newcastle star and MOTD pundit Jermaine Jenas is being lined up to replace him.
    But it appears viewers would rather see stunning Floriana run the rule over the week’s action instead.
    Floriana, 31, is almost half Lineker’s age and presents Tutti in Campo on Canale 9 in Italy, reporting on the Serie A.
    Floriana Messina is almost half Gary Lineker’s ageCredit: floriana_messina instagram
    Floriana Messina often shares sexy selfies on her Instagram accountCredit: floriana_messina instagram
    Floriana Messina has nearly 500,000 Instagram followersCredit: floriana_messina instagram
    Gary Lineker hosted MOTD in just his pants after Leicester won the Premier LeagueCredit: handout
    The half-Italian, half-Colombian sports presenter is famed for low cut tops on air, supports Napoli and has appeared in Big Brother.
    She has 500,000 followers on Instagram, where she regularly treats her fans to sexy, bikini shots.
    While Floriana often leaves little to the imagination online, viewers also got an eyeful when Lineker presented MOTD in just his PANTS after Leicester won the Premier League.
    Fan Tommy Potts said: “I’ve always liked Italian football, honest.”
    Frank Doran said: “Yeah but at least we can concentrate on the footy.”
    Rattman Ratten added: “I bet she doesn’t present it in her boxers like Gary did.”
    Tom Simpson joked: “She’s no Kamara though.”
    James Morton said: “Absolutely stunning.”
    David Johnson went with: “Beautiful yes but has she got the timing, wittiness or that twinkle in the eye of a Lineker or a Jeff Stelling doubtful.”
    Floriana Messina shared a screengrab of the plea on her Instagram story
    Fans want Floriana Messina to replace Gary Lineker on MOTDCredit: floriana_messina instagram
    Floriana Messina is half-Italian and half-ColombianCredit: floriana_messina instagram
    Floriana Messina is a massive Napoli fan and often posts about her teamCredit: floriana_messina instagram
    Draggan Kacanski gave a staunch defence of the former Barcelona player and wrote: “Gary Lineker was the best English striker in the World Cups.
    “She has nothing to do with football. I rather watch and listen to Lineker when I’m watching games than her.”
    A photo of her was put on The Away Fans group on Facebook: “Italy sports presenter Floriana Messina.
    “We get Gary f***ing Lineker.”
    Floriana saw the funny side and shared a screengrab of the post on her Instagram story.

    She even wrote: “We are everywhere. Thank you.”
    Twitter account Fanatics of Football shared a photo of Floriana before writing: “Meanwhile in England we get Tony Adams & Michael Owen.”
    But Facebook group The Football Community also taunted Lineker in a post about Floriana – which received over a thousand comments and shares.
    England legend Gary Lineker is the current host of Match of the DayCredit: PA:Press Association
    Jermaine Jenas has been tipped to replace Gary Lineker as MOTD hostCredit: BBC
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    Aaron Ramsey’s agent rules out Arsenal transfer after Wales star was linked with sensational Gunners return

    AARON RAMSEY’S agent has shot down talk of a return to Arsenal this summer.The Wales and Juventus playmaker, who left the Emirates in 2019 when his contract expired, has been linked with a second Gunners stint after two injury-hit seasons in Italy.
    Aaron Ramsey is not going back to Arsenal according to representative David Baldwin
    But Ramsey’s representative David Baldwin cooled talk of the 30-year-old midfielder making a Premier League comeback to North London or beyond.
    Responding to a tweet from an Arsenal fan account, Baldwin tweeted: “I’m sorry but can you stop making things up please. There is not a shred of truth in your tweet.”
    Ramsey, who has started all three of Wales’ Euro 2020 games, stated on the eve of the tournament he plans to make a fresh start under new Juventus boss Max Allegri after the finals.
    When asked if Ramsey is staying put in Turin, he replied: “Yes, I’m a Juventus player.”
    Ramsey still has two years left to run on his current deal with the Old Lady.
    He has impressed for Wales at Euro 2020 so far, scoring a goal against Turkey that was valuable to the team’s progression from Group A.
    And Allegri is likely keeping a close eye on Ramsey and his fellow Juventus players at the tournament ahead of his return to Turin.

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    The news Arsenal are not chasing Ramsey means they may instead be focusing on other transfer targets.
    Brighton’s Yves Bissouma has been heavily linked with a move to The Emirates this summer.
    And Portugal and Wolves star Ruben Neves is another who has attracted interest from The Gunners.
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