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      Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates New Year with Georgina Rodriguez and children as family welcome 2021 with gold balloons

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO has delighted fans by showing off his low-key New Year celebrations with Georgina Rodriguez.
      The Juventus superstar and his stunning other-half are set to welcome 2021 with their four children and dozens of gold balloons.

      Cristiano Ronaldo has shown off his NYE celebrations

      Ronaldo and Georgina recently celebrated at an awards ceremony in Dubai

      The power couple were on fine form at the red carpet bash

      The 35-year-old shared the family snap to Instagram with the caption: “2020 was not an easy year, there’s no doubt about it.
      “No one can be indifferent to the pain and suffering that COVID-19 brought upon the world.
      “But now it’s time to bounce back and show that, together, we can make a difference.
      “Because no matter how hard is the fall, what really defines us is the way we get back on our feet and how fast we are ready to face new obstacles.

      “So let’s try to turn 2021 into a turning point, a new beginning, a fresh start. Because all us – and I do mean all of us – can still become better versions of ourselves. And if we do it all together, that might actually be the secret to turn things around for the better.
      “Happy New Year! And may 2021 be a year to always remember for the best reasons!”
      The post was quick to hit a million likes, with one replying: “Happy New Years to you and your family.”
      Another said: “Proud of you my friend! Inspiration”, while a third added: “Happy new year king!”

      Ronaldo has cause to celebrate after he was named Player of the Century at a glamorous awards ceremony in Dubai.
      The five-time Ballon d’Or winner claimed he plans to play for ‘many more years’ and dreams of winning the World Cup with Portugal.
      Yet it was partner Georgina who stole the show at the ceremony at the iconic Burj Khalifa while wearing a sparkly red dress.

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      Chelsea outcast Emerson Palmieri wanted by Napoli in January loan transfer with defender not in Frank Lampard’s plans

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      NAPOLI are reportedly keen to sign Emerson Palmieri on loan in January.
      The Italian defender, 26, has fallen out of favour under Frank Lampard at Chelsea.

      Emerson Palmieri has made just two league appearances this season Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      Calciomercato report that Napoli are working on a deal to sign Emerson next month.
      The Serie A side have been long-term admirers of the 12-cap Italy international.
      Napoli, along with the likes of Juventus, were linked to the defender in the summer.
      Chelsea are prepared to offload him – but would prefer him to leave permanently.

      Emerson has fallen down the pecking order following the arrival of Ben Chilwell.
      He has made just two appearances for the Blues in the Premier League this season.
      The 26-year-old remains under contract at Stamford Bridge until the end of next season.
      But the former Roma star is expected to leave next month in a bid to revive his career.

      Chelsea also look set to lose Marcos Alonso next month to Atletico Madrid.
      Lampard is on a mission to trim down his squad following his £226m summer spending spree.
      But the Blues continue to be linked with a move for Dortmund star Jadon Sancho.
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      Cristiano Ronaldo wins player of century at Dubai Globe Soccer awards as Georgina Rodriguez stuns in red dress

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO was named Player of the Century at a glamorous awards ceremony in Dubai.
      The Juventus star walked the red carpet with fiancee Georgina Rodriguez before he was awarded the top gong at the Dubai Globe Soccer Awards.

      The power-couple were on fine form at the red-carpet bash

      The winner gets a kiss from a sensational-looking Georgina RodriguezCredit: Instagram @cristiano

      Ronaldo won yet another trophy to add to his collectionCredit: EPA

      The ceremony was held at the iconic Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world.
      Ronaldo wore a dapper grey suit with a red tie, matching his partner’s sparkly red dress.
      The Juventus forward was joined by fellow football stars of the past and present.

      Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez arrived at Dubai Globe Soccer AwardsCredit: Reuters

      Ronaldo won the Player of the Century award Credit: Reuters

      Georgina watched on proud of her manCredit: Reuters
      Liverpool legend Ian Rush, 59, was pictured with his Irish singer and model fiancee Carol Anthony, 43.

      Gerard Pique, 33, and Robert Lewandowski, 32, were all smiles as they arrived at the ceremony.
      Even former boxing world champion Amir Khan, 34, was a guest alongside his wife Faryal Makhdoom, 29.
      Bayern Munich forward Lewandowski won the Player of the Year award, ahead of Ronaldo.

      Ian Rush pictured with his Irish singer and model fiancee Carol AnthonyCredit: Reuters

      Amir Khan alongside his wife Faryal MakhdoomCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      A statement read: “Robert Lewandowski was named Player of the Year 2020 at last night’s Dubai Globe Soccer Awards, thanks to a combination of votes from fans all over the world and votes from the Dubai Globe Soccer Jury.
      “Lewandowski has had an exceptional season, being a top scorer of the Champions League, Bundesliga and German Cup and stacking up victories for his club, Bayern Munich.”
      But Ronaldo did pip long-time rival Lionel Messi, 33, and Barcelona legend Ronaldinho as the Player of the Century.
      After winning the award, he said: “For 20 consecutive years I have played and scored as a professional, I didn’t know there was another record to beat.
      “It’s a pleasure to hear about the records, I have achieved all this but without my team-mates, without a great team, I would not have achieved these records.”

      Ronaldo, who wants to play at the highest level until he is 40, revealed he has no plans of slowing down.
      He said: “It is an exceptional achievement. It gives me the motivation to move forward.
      “To be named the best is a great honour, I hope that this situation is over next year and that we can have more fun, thank you very much.
      “I hope to still be able to play for more years. ”

      Barcelona defender Gerard Pique at the award Credit: Reuters

      Robert Lewandowski won the Player of the Year award Credit: Reuters

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      Mario Balotelli scores just FOUR MINUTES into Monza debut against Salernitana breaking 360-day goal drought

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      MARIO BALOTELLI scored just four minutes into his Monza debut – his first goal in 360 days.
      The former Manchester City maverick striker put his side 1-0 up with a Carlos Augusto assisted tap in during his side’s Serie B home game against Salernitana.

      Mario Balotelli scored just four minutes into his Monza debutCredit: Sportimage

      And he celebrated with former Portsmouth, Barcelona and AC Milan star Kevin-Prince BoatengCredit: Sportimage

      Italian Balotelli only joined the second tier outfit at the beginning of December on a seven month contract.
      The former Manchester City and Liverpool man had been a free agent since leaving relegated Brescia during the summer.
      The game is his first in more than nine months as Monza host league leaders Salernitana.
      And the visitors described the goal – his first since he scored for Brescia vs Lazio on January 5, 2020 – on their Twitter.

      Salernitana wrote: “Monza take the lead. Balotelli carries on his with an easy touch.”
      Balotelli was seen celebrating with former Portsmouth, AC Milan and Barcelona star Kevin-Prince Boateng.
      The 30-year-old shed almost a stone in training, and agreed to live close to his new club.
      Balo has also accepted a £220,000-a-YEAR salary – a fraction of his £100,000-a-week wages while at Anfield.

      5′ #Monza in vantaggio. Balotelli porta avanti i suoi con un facile tocco sotto misura. #MONSAL 1-0
      — US Salernitana 1919 (@OfficialUSS1919) December 30, 2020

      The ‘why always me’ man is best known for his spell at City where he played his best football.
      He set up Sergio Aguero for his iconic title winning goal against QPR and both men appeared in SunSport’s investigation into where members of that 2011-12 team are now.
      Monza managing director Adriano Galliani previously worked with the Italy striker during his time at AC Milan.
      Galliani said: “Mario has joined us with the best intentions – and now it all depends entirely on him.
      “He seems highly motivated, and there is no doubting his ability.
      “When he was at Milan in the 2013-14 season his goals kept us going in the Champions League.
      “Here at Monza the coach and the other players tell me that, whenever he gets on the ball, he is different class.”

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      Lionel Messi and Sergio Ramos among world-class XI of stars out of contract in 2021 who are available on free transfer

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      LIONEL MESSI and Sergio Ramos head the list of world-class names who are now into the final six months of their current contracts.
      And that means we could see some incredible free transfers at the end of the season.

      These players are all out of contract come the end of the season so will be available for free

      Lionel Messi made a dramatic U-turn to see out the final year of his Barcelona contractCredit: AFP or licensors

      Messi threatened to quit Barcelona this summer but decided to honour his deal while Ramos is holding out for more than a one-year extension at Real Madrid.
      But with the likes of Mesut Ozil, Memphis Depay and Sergio Aguero also running down their deals, plenty of clubs will be eyeing up some smart business.
      From January, players whose contracts are expiring will be able to start negotiating with new clubs over free summer moves.
      And could there even be a surprise return to the Premier League in store for Diego Costa after his release from Atletico Madrid?

      SunSport picks out some of the best players available for nothing next summer.
      GK – Gianluigi Donnarumma
      The AC Milan stopper burst on to the scene as a teenager and is still backed to be Italy’s No1 for many years.
      But with just months to go on his current deal, could he be holding out for one of the European superpowers to come calling?
      RB – Eric Garcia
      OK, yes, his favoured position is at centre-back but for this team he is going to have to move across.

      The Manchester City star revealed he will not be signing a contract extension at the Etihad and is expected to rejoin Barcelona after a summer move fell through.
      CB – Sergio Ramos
      Ramos takes the first centre-back spot as one of the greatest in that position over the last decade.
      Captain now Iker Casillas has gone, penalty taker now Cristiano Ronaldo has gone, the Real Madrid icon may no longer be at his peak aged 34 but is still a fine defender.
      Zinedine Zidane insists he will stay but Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Inter Miami or even a reunion with Jose Mourinho at Spurs may all be tempting destinations.
      CB – Jerome Boateng
      On paper, Boateng has enjoyed a stellar career with an FA Cup, eight Bundesligas, two Champions Leagues and the World Cup.
      But even then the German still leaves some unconvinced he is in the top bracket – however, you could do worse for a free agent and that is why Chelsea and Arsenal are linked.

      Sergio Ramos continues to lead by example for Real Madrid with the armband and spot-kick responsibilitiesCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      The percentage of answers have been round up or down from their decimal points
      LB – David Alaba
      Alaba, meanwhile, has proven his quality time and time again – and in many different positions.
      The Bayern Munich star excelled at left-back for years but has since moved into midfield and centre-back, making it look easy – no wonder the giants are battling it out for his signature.
      CM – Luka Modric
      A serial winner for Real Madrid, ended the Ballon d’Or duopoly and took Croatia to the World Cup final.
      But it looks as though Modric’s nine years at the Bernabeu will come to an end following the emergence of Fede Valverde and others.
      CM – Georginio Wijnaldum
      A critical part of the Liverpool engine room which delivered European and then league success.
      Ronald Koeman taking over at Barcelona and Thiago’s arrival at Anfield led to speculation of a departure this summer – give it to the end of the season and he could well be lining up at the Nou Camp with no new contract signed.
      CM – Mesut Ozil
      Arsenal will be counting down the days until they can stop paying Ozil £350,000 per week, or £50,000 a day, or £2,083 an hour, or £34.72 per minute.
      The German signed his lucrative new deal in January 2018 and has done very little for the club since – and absolutely nothing after the lockdown restart, except offer to pay for Gunnersaurus’ wages.
      Turkey or the MLS both seem like possible destinations.

      Luka Modric became the first player other than Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi to win the Ballon d’Or since Kaka in 2007Credit: AP:Associated Press

      RW – Lionel Messi
      We almost witnessed one of the most spectacular of all transfers this summer when Messi was ready to walk out on Barcelona after nearly 20 years.
      His loyalty to the Catalan giants saw him perform a U-turn so he didn’t take them to court and instead would honour the final year.
      But it would take a remarkable shake-up for the Argentine to sign a new deal as Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain plot mammoth offers.
      Messi recently said: “I know there are a lot of people at Barca who still love me, but I’m going to do what is best for the club and for myself.
      “I don’t know if I’m going to leave, but if I do, I would like to leave in the best way possible and be able to return to the club in the future.”

      ST – Sergio Aguero
      Aguero is the greatest foreign goalscorer the Premier League has seen, breaking records galore and bagging more than 250 times for City since his arrival in 2011.
      But this season may well be his last if there is no agreement made for the 32-year-old to stay on beyond the summer – and he would not be short of options.
      LW – Memphis Depay
      Remembered by many for his failed spell at Manchester United, Depay reset with Lyon and has proven he is still a top-class talent.
      Like compatriot Wijnaldum, he was close to joining Barcelona in the last window but a deal could not get over the line in time – another impressive campaign in Ligue 1 will ensure the biggest clubs keep an eye out.
      Alternative XI
      Unsurprisingly, there are still a fair few names not getting into that star-studded XI.
      So here is the Alternative XI – and it is pretty strong with experienced internationals, Premier League kings and a World Cup winner.

      Another whole team of out-of-contract talented players could make up a second-string XI
      GK – Marko Dmitrovic
      The Eibar stopper is one of a number from LaLiga out of contract at the end of the current campaign – alongside Rui Silva from Granada and Sevilla’s Tomas Vaclik – with Atletico Madrid potentially eyeing Dmitrovic.
      CB – Romain Saiss
      The versatile Morocco captain has played more than 150 times – across the defence and midfield – for Wolves since his 2016 arrival and has the option of an extra 12 months at Molineux.
      CB – Jonny Evans
      At £3m, Leicester bagged a great deal when they landed the former Manchester United defender, who played in every league game for the Foxes in 2019-20 – don’t rule out a new deal getting signed.
      CB – Shkodran Mustafi
      Mustafi’s Arsenal career looked all over before Mikel Arteta’s arrival and a strong end to the season.
      But will he be needed next season with William Saliba, Gabriel, Pablo Mari, Rob Holding, Calum Chambers AND Konstantinos Mavropanos?
      Talks did take place with Barcelona over a ludicrous signing but surely even that would be a step too far on the list of bonkers Nou Camp transfers.

      Manchester clubs have the worst net spend in the past decade by some distance
      RM – Florian Thauvin
      The French wide man did not enjoy his best football during a spell at Newcastle but, back at Marseille he was enjoying his football until a cruel ligament injury which ruled him out for almost the entire 2019-20 season.
      CM – Riqui Puig
      Another graduate of the famous La Masia academy at Barcelona, Puig looked destined to follow the footsteps of Andres Iniesta and Xavi – but it has not quite worked out for him just yet, especially under Koeman, and he could be let go with Arsenal or Leeds keen.
      CM – Julian Draxler
      The German midfielder’s Paris Saint-Germain career never really took off as many expected following his 2017 arrival from Wolfsburg but aged 27 he will be confident of further success.
      LM – Danny Rose
      England’s No1 left-back for many years saw his career spiral downwards when Jose Mourinho arrived at Spurs and he needs to find a new club while he can still do a job.
      The 30-year-old walks into a fair number of Premier League sides – rather than just the Spurs U23s he has turned out for this term.

      Jonny Evans and Andros Townsend will both be hoping to sign new deals before the season endsCredit: PA:Press Association

      Danny Rose needs to leave Tottenham to get his career back on trackCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      CAM – Angel Di Maria
      Not many players can boast a CV of clubs like Di Maria.
      But now well into his 30s, he will do well to earn another contract at Paris Saint-Germain and will need to be playing to get back into the Argentina fold ahead of the 2022 World Cup.
      ST – Arkadiusz Milik
      He may have already racked up more than 50 Poland appearances but it appears Spurs-target Milik is unwanted at Napoli. Turning 27 in February, he still has plenty to offer.
      ST – Diego Costa
      And last but by no means least is Costa. The fiery front man banged in 59 goals in 120 Chelsea appearances before returning to Atletico Madrid in 2017 – before ripping up his contract to leave for nothing.
      Goal-shy Arsenal and Wolves, who are without Raul Jimenez, are among the early favourites to land the Spaniard.

      The arrival of Luis Suarez saw Diego Costa leave Atletico Madrid – could a return to the Premier League be on the cards?Credit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Man Utd flop Memphis Depay at centre of transfer battle between Barcelona and Juventus as Serie A giants join race

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      JUVENTUS have joined Barcelona in the race for former Manchester United winger Memphis Depay, according to reports.
      The Lyon ace was heavily linked with a move to the Nou Camp at the end of last season.

      Juventus will go head-to-head with Barcelona for Lyon ace Memphis DepayCredit: Reuters

      But the Catalans will face stiff competition for the Dutchman in January with the Serie A giants also keen, according to Turin newspaper La Stampa.
      Juve are also said to be considering including forward Federico Bernardeschi, 26, as part of a swap deal.
      The Italians are said to be on the lookout for cheaper deals as they try to manage the financial impact of Covid-19 during the January window.
      Depay is in the final year of his contract and could be available for just £4.5million when the transfer window opens next month.

      He was a top target for Barcelona gaffer Ronald Koeman last summer but the cash-strapped club could not meet Lyon’s demands.
      The Dutchman’s electric form – eight goals in 17 appearances this season – and new bargain price tag has alerted Juventus.
      Andrea Pirlo fancies a fourth attacking option to challenge Cristiano Ronaldo, Paulo Dybala and Alvaro Morata, according to Sport Diario,
      Danger man Depay recently dismissed talk of a mid-season switch to Barcelona.

      Juve could also include Federico Bernardeschi as part of a swap dealCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Earlier this month, he said: “We have a great team, a great collective spirit and, while I don’t know what will happen later, I’m 100 per cent focused on Lyon right now.
      “I’m a player, a captain and the most important thing is working hard and winning matches. If I think about my own future, then I could lose focus.
      “I can’t say anything about that [Barcelona interest], there are many clubs that are interested but right now I’m here.”
      Depay has rebuilt his reputation at Lyon after a disappointing 18-month spell at Old Trafford in which he could only manage two goals in 33 Premier League appearances.
      He is one of eight transfers Barca are looking to sort in Janaury.
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      Cristiano Ronaldo wins player of century at Dubai Globe Soccer awards as Georgina Rodriguez stuns in a red dress

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO was named Player of the Century at a glamorous awards ceremony in Dubai.
      The Juventus star walked the red carpet with fiancee Georgina Rodriguez before he was awarded the top gong at the Dubai Globe Soccer Awards.

      The power-couple were on fine form at the red-carpet bash

      The winner gets a kiss from a sensational-looking Georgina RodriguezCredit: Instagram @cristiano

      Ronaldo won yet another trophy to add to his collectionCredit: EPA

      The ceremony was held at the iconic Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world.
      Ronaldo wore a dapper grey suit with a red tie, matching his partner’s sparkly red dress.
      The Juventus forward was joined by fellow football stars of the past and present.

      Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez arrived at Dubai Globe Soccer AwardsCredit: Reuters

      Ronaldo won the Player of the Century award Credit: Reuters

      Georgina watched on proud of her manCredit: Reuters
      Liverpool legend Ian Rush, 59, was pictured with his Irish singer and model fiancee Carol Anthony, 43.

      Gerard Pique, 33, and Robert Lewandowski, 32, were all smiles as they arrived at the ceremony.
      Even former boxing world champion Amir Khan, 34, was a guest alongside his wife Faryal Makhdoom, 29.
      Bayern Munich forward Lewandowski won the Player of the Year award, ahead of Ronaldo.

      Ian Rush pictured with his Irish singer and model fiancee Carol AnthonyCredit: Reuters

      Amir Khan alongside his wife Faryal MakhdoomCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      A statement read: “Robert Lewandowski was named Player of the Year 2020 at last night’s Dubai Globe Soccer Awards, thanks to a combination of votes from fans all over the world and votes from the Dubai Globe Soccer Jury.
      “Lewandowski has had an exceptional season, being a top scorer of the Champions League, Bundesliga and German Cup and stacking up victories for his club, Bayern Munich.”
      But Ronaldo did pip long-time rival Lionel Messi, 33, and Barcelona legend Ronaldinho as the Player of the Century.
      After winning the award, he said: “For 20 consecutive years I have played and scored as a professional, I didn’t know there was another record to beat.
      “It’s a pleasure to hear about the records, I have achieved all this but without my team-mates, without a great team, I would not have achieved these records.”

      Ronaldo, who wants to play at the highest level until he is 40, revealed he has no plans of slowing down.
      He said: “It is an exceptional achievement. It gives me the motivation to move forward.
      “To be named the best is a great honour, I hope that this situation is over next year and that we can have more fun, thank you very much.
      “I hope to still be able to play for more years. ”

      Barcelona defender Gerard Pique at the award Credit: Reuters

      Robert Lewandowski won the Player of the Year award Credit: Reuters

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      Capello says he would only swap Paulo Dybala for Harry Kane as he blames coronavirus for Juventus star’s poor form

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      FORMER England boss Fabio Capello says the only player he’d trade Paulo Dybala for is Harry Kane.
      Capello has come to Dybala’s defence following criticism of the Juventus star this season.

      Harry Kane is the only player Fabio Capello would trade Paulo Dybala forCredit: Rex Features

      Capello has blamed coronavirus for Dybala’s poor form this seasonCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      The Argentina forward, 27, has just one goal in eight games under Andrea Pirlo and is yet to bag an assist.
      Dybala’s poor form appears to be hurting Serie A champions Juve, who are sixth in the table after winning just six of their opening 13 matches.
      And after catching coronavirus earlier this year, reports suggest Dybala could be on his way out.
      Manchester United have been linked with a stunning swap deal including Paul Pogba.

      And Paris Saint-Germain are also thought to be keen as they prepare to make Mauricio Pochettino their new boss.
      Juventus’ fierce rivals Napoli have even been tipped to make an audacious approach for Dybala,
      But the Turin giants are thought to be preparing a new contract offer for their talisman, who is in his sixth season with the club after joining for £36million fro Palermo in 2015.
      Indeed, former Juventus boss Capello reckons Dybala is one of the best in the business.

      And the tactician insists the only player he’d swap Dybala for is Tottenham ace Kane, who has nine goals and ten assists in just 15 games.
      Capello told Gazzetta: “I said I wouldn’t swap Dybala to get Pogba. If I could, I’d trade him with Tottenham’s English striker Harry Kane.
      “[Poor form?] Covid is the explanation, especially for a player like Dybala, who needs to dribble [past] a man.
      “The impression is that he’s a bit unfinished. He captivates but leaves doubts. He certainly has superior qualities, he really has all you need.
      “He needs the physical conditions to return to his best. Paulo needs to be 100 per cent well, because if you are well physically, the head leads you to face the opponents, the team-mates, the coach and even the club.
      “Dybala can do everything on the pitch if he is well, even playing in a trident with Alvaro Morata and Cristiano Ronaldo.”

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