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      Barcelona and Inter Milan in talks over transfer swap deal involving two of their top midfield stars

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      BARCELONA and Inter Milan have discussed a swap deal involving midfielders Franck Kessie and Marcelo Brozovic, according to reports. Kessie joined Barcelona from Inter’s rivals AC Milan on a free transfer last summer but has consistently been linked with a move away from the Nou Camp.
      Kessie only joined Barcelona last summer but has been linked with a move away from Nou CampCredit: Rex
      Brozovic is reportedly seen as an ideal replacement for Sergio BusquetsCredit: Rex
      Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport have reported that a swap deal with Kessie and Inter midfielder Brozovic still has legs with specific factors making it an attractive option for both clubs.
      Brozovic has been at Inter since joining from Dinamo Zagreb in 2015 and has made 253 appearances for the club.
      The report adds that Inter’s sporting director Piero Ausilio met with his Barcelona counterpart Mateu Alemany on Thursday with the midfield pair part of their discussions.
      The idea of a swap deal was first mooted in January with nothing happening but Gazzetta have reported that the deal is still alive.
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      According to the report both midfielders are valued at about £26million which would make any potential swap relatively straight forward.
      It is also noted that both clubs would stand to benefit financially from the potential swap.
      Despite having a contract to 2026 there is ongoing tension between the Croatian and Inter with the report adding that Xavi likes his playmaking abilities.
      They report that the Catalan’s view the Croatian star as an ideal successor to Sergio Busquets.
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      The Ivory Coast international has reportedly been on Inter’s radar from long before he joined Barcelona. More

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      Man Utd in Victor Osimhen transfer blow as Napoli striker claims ‘I’m already at one of the biggest clubs’

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      NAPOLI hitman Victor Osimhen has dealt his suitors a blow by declaring: I am already at one of the biggest clubs.The Nigeria international has caught the eye of several teams over the last 18 months with a string of scintillating displays for the Italian giants – who are on the brink of winning the Scudetto.
      Victor Osimhen has caught the eye of several teams – including Manchester UnitedCredit: GETTY
      But the Nigeria international seemingly has no intention of leaving NapoliCredit: GETTY
      Manchester United are among the teams interested in acquiring Osimhen’s services, although they’ll seemingly be hard-pressed to following his public recommittal to the Neopolitans.
      The 24-year-old told TG5: “‘I’m at a great club and my career is growing constantly.
      “I am already at one of the biggest clubs and I could not ask for more. Forza Napoli always!”
      Osimhen’s comments just over a month after he admitted he dreams of playing in the Prem.
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      He said: “I think playing in one of the top five leagues in the world (Serie A) is an amazing feeling for me.
      “A lot of people worldwide consider the Premier League as the best and the strongest league but now I’m in one of the best leagues in the world which is the Italian Serie A.
      “I’m working so hard to make sure that I achieve my dream of playing in the Premier League someday.
      “But like I said, it’s a process and I just want to keep on this momentum and continue to do well.”
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      Napoli are 14 points clear of second-placed Lazio and are on the brink of winning their first Serie A title in 33 years.
      Osimhen said: “We are close to the objective and cannot wait to make our dream come true, to make it a reality.
      “The players always believed, we always thought we could do something exceptional, even when nobody else believed we could.
      “The affection from the city is extraordinary, I have never received so much love. I can’t wait to celebrate with them at the stadium.”
      Osihmen and his Napoli team-mates will be back in action on Tuesday night, facing fellow Italians AC Milan in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie. More

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      Liverpool star Roberto Firmino wanted by Roma in free transfer as Jose Mourinho looks to raid Reds for striker

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      LIVERPOOL forward Roberto Firmino is reportedly receiving interest from Jose Mourinho’s Roma.The Brazilian, 31, will become a free agent in the summer after it was confirmed he will not renew his contract at the end of the season.
      Roberto Firmino will become a free agent in the summerCredit: Reuters
      It brings to an end an eight-year spell at Anfield where he has contributed 109 goals and 79 assists in 359 appearances.
      But it has not yet been confirmed where he will be playing his football come the start of the 2023/24 campaign.
      According to journalist Nicolo Schira, Roma are keen on the South American forward.
      Mourinho’s men are set to qualify for the Champions League as they sit third in the Serie A table.
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      Roma are also still in with a chance of winning the Europa League, despite a 1-0 defeat to Feyenoord in the first leg of their quarter-final tie.
      But the Italian giants will need to pull out all the stops if they are to secure Firmino’s signature.
      He has been linked with Napoli, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and AC Milan.
      And earlier this week it was reported that Real Madrid are set to make a shock swoop for the former Hoffenheim man.
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      Firmino is best known for forming part of Liverpool’s deadly front trio alongside Mo Salah and Sadio Mane.
      But the arrivals of Luis Diaz, Darwin Nunez, Diogo Jota and Coady Gakpo have slowly seen his game time dwindle under Jurgen Klopp.
      Firmino’s agent Roger Wittmann confirmed last month that the Brazil international will depart Merseyside in the summer.
      He told Scores365: “I can confirm that [he will leave Liverpool]. It’s a nice way to leave after eight incredible years.” More

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      Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis looking to snap up Italian club in Serie A to add to stable of owned teams

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      NOTTINGHAM FOREST owner Evangelos Marinakis is now looking around Italy for a club to join his empire.The super-rich Greek already has Forest and giants Olympiakos in his homeland — but his advisers are scouting for anything that comes up in Serie A.
      Greek mogul Evangelos Marinakis is thought to be targeting a third clubCredit: PA
      Marinakis has the money  to pull off a deal and there could be clubs at a price that suits.
      The only snag in the plan is if any of his teams meet in Europe in future.
      New Forest sporting director Ross Wilson could coordinate group moves.
      It comes as Marinakis publicly backs promotion-winning manager Steve Cooper in a tight relegation fight.
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      Third-bottom Forest will move out of the drop zone if they avoid home defeat against Manchester United on Sunday.
      But Marinakis is said to have sounded out ex-Sevilla and Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli.
      However, the former Chile and Marseille chief took over Brazilian giants Flamengo on Friday.
      Marinakis’ commitment to Forest has never been doubted.
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      And in March last year he reportedly turned £12million worth of loans to the club into equity shares.
      That in effect erased Forest’s debt to the shipowner, 55. More

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      Leicester defender James Justin ‘wanted by Roma after impressing boss Jose Mourinho’

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      ROMA are eyeing Leicester ace James Justin ahead of the summer transfer window, reports suggest.The Giallorossi manager Jose Mourinho is looking for defensive reinforcement for next season and rates Justin highly.
      Roma are keeping tabs on Leicester ace James Justin ahead of the summer transfer windowCredit: Getty
      Roma boss Jose Mourinho was impressed by Justin last seasonCredit: Getty
      According to CalcioMercato, the Serie A giants have met with CAA Stellar, which is the agency that represents the right-back.
      The company has a clientele that also includes other Roma transfer targets, such as Fiorentina’s Sofyan Amrabat and Chelsea’s Ruben Loftus-Cheek.
      During that meeting between the two parties, Justin’s name arose as a potential prospect.
      And Mourinho was very impressed with the England international last season when Leicester and Roma met in the Europa Conference League.
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      The Portuguese tactician watched the 25-year-old in action during the semi-finals, which saw the Special One’s players knock the Premier League outfit out.
      And Roma are keen to make a move, despite the defender’s recent injury woes.
      The Romans are hoping they can agree a cut-price deal with Leicester due to Justin’s fitness struggles and club’s potential relegation.
      That is why Roma are planning a €20million (£17.8m) bid for the ex-Luton star.
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      Mourinho will need to sign a full-back regardless of where Justin ends up next season.
      The former Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham manager had a public falling out with Rick Karsdorp, who is on his way out of the Italian capital.
      Summer signing Zeki Celik has also failed to impress during his brief spell in Rome. More

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      Bizarre reason why Juventus star Paredes couldn’t come on as sub sparking furious bust-up with Allegri

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      JUVENTUS manager Massimiliano Allegri was left fuming after Leandro Parades was not immediately able to come off the bench.The midfielder did not have a shirt on him and the switch was delayed as he ran back to the dressing room.
      Furious Allegri was not happy at having to delay his substitutionCredit: Reuters
      Paredes did eventually come on after grabbing a new shirtCredit: Getty
      Leandro Paredes thought he was not coming on and offered his shirt to a fan.When he was ordered to enter, in the 85th minute, he had to run to the locker room to get another shirt and enter the game. Allegri wasn’t happy with him… Again. pic.twitter.com/BBy28viAv9— Sporting160 EN (@Sporting160_EN) April 14, 2023

      Juventus were leading Sporting Lisbon 1-0 heading into the final stages of their Europa League first-leg quarter-final tie.
      Allegri was attempting to manage the final minutes of the game and turned to his subs bench – only to find one star was completely unprepared.
      Parades did not have a shirt with him when the Italian boss attempted to make the switch.
      One report suggests he had given it away to a fan in expectation that he would be left on the bench.
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      The 28-year-old, on loan from PSG, had to jog back to the dressing room to retrieve the right kit.
      But footage shows his manager absolutely raging on the touchline.
      Allegri can be seen shouting and gesturing wildly before re-taking his position in the dugout.
      Paredes did manage to get on and replaced Manuel Locatelli with five minutes to go in a double switch that also saw Paul Pogba come on for Angel Di Maria.
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      The Old Lady managed to see out the game and Federico Gatti’s second-half strike gives them a lead to take back to Portugal next week.
      But the incident appears to have further strained the relationship between Paredes and Allegri.
      The pair reportedly had an argument after training earlier this week with Paredes believed to be upset at his lack of minutes.
      The Argentine is not expected to stay at Juve beyond his loan spell and will return to PSG at the end of the season.
      He has appeared in 18 of Juve’s 29 league games with the Italian giants looking to storm into a European place after their points deduction. More

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      Zlatan Ibrahimovic is ‘ready to star in a movie’ as he’s filmed performing incredible fighting stunt routine with sword

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      ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC proved his talents transcend the football field as he showed off his impressive stunt work. The Swedish legend is in his 24th season – currently signed to AC Milan – and is rumoured to be retiring in the summer.
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic proved his talents transcend the football fieldCredit: instagram: @iamzlatanibrahimovic
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic showed off his stunt talentsCredit: instagram: @iamzlatanibrahimovic
      And if the 41-year-old fancies a change in career, he looks to have the makings of a movie star.
      Ibrahimovic posted a clip online fending off would-be attackers with a shield and sword.
      The striking sensation fights off his rivals with Kung fu strikes and some unlikely swordsmanship.
      ESPN captioned the video: “Zlatan Ibrahimovic is ready to star in an action movie.”
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      Ibrahimovic is a known martial arts fan and even has a black belt in taekwondo.
      And he is also set to make his movie debut this year, with a cameo role in upcoming French film Asterix & Obelix: The Middle Kingdom.
      The forward re-joined Milan in 2020 from LA Galaxy, and last year helped them win Serie A.
      But he has managed only four appearances this season – scoring once – amid a series of injuries.
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      His only goal this campaign came against Udinese from the penalty spot, which broke a record.
      Ibrahimovic became the oldest scorer ever in Serie A at the age of 41 years and 166 days.
      It beat Alessandro Costacurta’s previous record of 41 years and 25 days.
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic became the oldest ever scorer in Serie A historyCredit: Getty More

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      Fans wonder what AC Milan corner flag is made of as Napoli boss left fuming by Rafael Leao

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      AC MILAN and Napoli’s match was delayed after Rafael Leao smashed the corner flag to bits – and fans were left wondering what it was made of.The two Italian giants collided tonight in the first-leg of the Champions League quarter-final.
      Rafael Leao crushed the corner flag in frustration during Milan’s clash with NapoliCredit: BT Sport
      However, during the early stages of the contest at the San Siro, play was briefly halted after the Milan forward’s attack on the flag.
      The 23-year-old Portuguese star had almost put Milan ahead but he fired his shot narrowly wide.
      Moments later he took out his frustrations by lashing out and kicking the corner flag.
      Unbelievably, Leao’s punt caused it to explode into pieces.
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      Almost instantly viewers expressed their shock at how fragile it was – especially seen as though he did not seem to strike it with that much power.
      One tweeted: “Is the Milan corner flag made of wet paper?”
      While another asked: “What kind of corner flags do we have in Milan?
      “That seems impossible to shatter it like Leao did.”
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      But others were more bemused by the fact that the Manchester United transfer target escaped being cautioned by the referee.
      One fan wrote: “Is that not always an automatic card? Feel like I’m going crazy over here.”
      And they were not the only ones fuming at the lack of disciplinary action.
      Napoli boss Luciano Spalletti was spotted remonstrating with the fourth official and asking why no yellow card was dished out.
      His mood got even worse just five minutes before the break when Ismael Bennacer fired Milan into the lead. More