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      Kylian Mbappe ‘reached agreement to join Premier League giants before Real Madrid transfer but PSG wanted £338MILLION’

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE reportedly reached an agreement to join Liverpool two years ago.But the move fell through after Paris Saint-Germain demanded an eye-watering £338million transfer fee.Kylian Mbappe was reportedly set to join Liverpool in 2022 before PSG demanded a £338m feeCredit: GettyMbappe, 25, left the French giants for Real Madrid this summer in a stunning free transfer after seven years in Paris.The World Cup winner left on rocky terms after initially being left out of Luis Enrique’s squad at the start of the season.Mbappe had come close to joining Real for free in 2022 before penning a new short-term contract.And PSG were unhappy they were not able to receive a fee for their star man, who cost £150m when he joined from Monaco in 2017.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, L’Equipe claims the Ligue 1 champs almost cashed in on Mbappe two years ago, shortly after he signed his new contract.It’s said that the striker quickly became unhappy with PSG’s transfer business, having allegedly been promised the arrivals of Robert Lewandowski and Bernardo Silva.With deadline day approaching, Mbappe requested a late exit.And that saw bids arrive from both Liverpool and Real.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSIt’s reckoned Mbappe went as far as to agree personal terms on a contract with Liverpool that would eventually allow him to join Real in the near future.Jurgen Klopp’s side were even willing to pay £169m to get a deal over the line.Watch Cristiano Ronaldo play ‘pick the better player’ out of stars including David Beckham, Ryan Giggs and MbappeBut PSG put a stop to proceedings when they demanded DOUBLE that fee — totalling a world-record £338m.Liverpool withdrew their offer, while Real also failed to follow through with an official bid.And the rest is history with Mbappe seeing out his PSG contract to join Los Blancos for free.However, it’s noted by Get French Football News that PSG denied L’Equipe’s story, claiming Liverpool “could not have the funds to sign Mbappe.”Kylian Mbappe ‘snaps up £15m mansion in Beckham’s old neighbourhood’ next door to Real Madrid legend and Hollywood starBy Gerard CouzensKYLIAN MBAPPE has reportedly splashed out more than £15million on a mansion in Madrid.The French superstar, whose drawn-out transfer to Real Madrid has finally being confirmed, is said to have finalised the purchase late last month.Respected Spanish daily La Razon says the house he has bought is in the exclusive Madrid suburb of La Moraleja, where David Beckham spent most of his time living when he was in the Spanish capital.And it says his neighbours will include former Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos and his stunning model wife Pilar Rubio as well as Hollywood star Richard Gere and his Spanish publicist wife Alejandra Silva.La Razon said Mbappe had considered the gated estate of La Finca where Jude Bellingham lives and Cristiano Ronaldo still owns property as an option.But it reported the 25-year-old, who threw an extravagant party for 250 guests at a stylish Italian restaurant a short walk from the Eiffel Tower, ended up opting for La Moraleja a 15-minute drive from Real Madrid’s Valdebebas training complex because it was “more comfortable.”Read more on Mbappe’s property hunt. More

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      Man Utd flop Memphis Depay joins Corinthians after Atletico exit as Ronald Koeman gives update on international future

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      FORMER Manchester United star Memphis Depay has joined Brazilian side Corinthians.The Dutchman was a free agent after leaving Atletico Madrid at the end of last season.Memphis Depay has joined Brazilian giants CorinthiansCredit: Instagram @corinthiansHe played in every game for Holland at the EurosRonald Koeman says Depay still has an international futureCredit: RexDepay, 30, has penned a deal at Corinthians until December 2026.The ex-Barcelona, Lyon and PSV striker featured in all six of Holland’s matches at Euro 2024 – but he was not selected for the current international window.Manager Ronald Koeman also axed Steven Bergwijn from the squad because he moved to Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad from Ajax for £17.7million.But he has promised to not do the same to Depay, explaining: “I disapproved of Steven Bergwijn’s move to Saudi, with Memphis it can be different.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”The level of the league in Brazil is different, so yes, he can still be part of the national team – but it depends on his fitness and if he reaches his level.”Koeman explained Depay’s current absence from the squad, saying: “It’s primarily because he doesn’t have a club. That means you don’t play football and you can’t be with the national team.”On former Tottenham star Bergwijn, Koeman said last week: “The book is basically closed to him. He knows what I think about this.”When you are 26, your main ambition should be sporting, not financial. These are choices that players make.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”I have never been in that situation because I could go to Barcelona.”He could have stayed at Ajax, that’s not bad, is it? Rooney reveals he gave Depay a ‘talking to’ after Dutch star turned up to Man Utd game in a Rolls Royce and cowboy hat”You have to respect that choice, but personally I wouldn’t have moved.” More

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      Stockport County coach’s dream move to Real Madrid COLLAPSES at last minute in blow to Carlo Ancelotti

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      STOCKPORT assistant coach Andy Mangan’s dream move to Real Madrid has fallen apart.Mangan, 38, was scouted by Real and seemed set to moving to the Santiago Bernabeu after sparking up a close relationship with manager Carlo Ancelotti’s son Davide.Stockport assistant boss Andy Mangan’s dream move to Real Madrid is offCredit: RexReal Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti wanted Mangan to ‘refresh’ his coaching staffCredit: GettyCarlo’s son, who is an assistant manager behind his dad at Los Blancos, undertook a coaching course with the Stockport tactician.SunSport exclusively revealed that Mangan was in talks with the reigning European champions.According to the Sunday Times, however, the sensational move is now “off”.That is because Mangan was denied a work permit in Spain.Read More on FootballThat is a major blow to Carlo as he wanted him to “refresh” his coaching staff.The Ancelottis are understood to have been looking for an English coach with experience in the EFL.It is also reported that Davide plans to take Mangan with him when he embarks on his own managerial career.Since joining Stockport in July, Mangan has been credited with playing a key role in their rise to the top spots of the League One table.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe has built a reputation as an “attacking specialist” and that is what attracted Real’s attention.Prior to his foray into coaching, Mangan had a lengthy career in the lower leagues as a player.Watch Jude Bellingham’s expletive-laden instructions to Mbappe and Co at half-time of Real Madrid drawFollowing his two-year spell as assistant manager with Bristol Rovers, he was even given a chance to take over as caretaker boss. More

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      Former Chelsea star Victor Moses makes shock return to English football as fans say ‘this came out of nowhere’

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      FORMER Chelsea star Victor Moses has returned to English football by signing for Luton.The 33-year-old was a free agent after leaving Spartak Moscow in the summer but has put pen to paper for the Championship Hatters.Victor Moses has joined LutonCredit: X @LutonTownThe winger was a free agent after leaving Spartak MoscowCredit: GettyHe joined the club on trial initially and took part in training before featuring in a behind-closed-doors match last week.Moses impressed Luton boss Rob Edwards and the club offered him a deal which he was happy to sign.Edwards said of his capture: “Victor is one we’ve been talking to for quite a while. He trained with us last week and played 60 minutes in a behind closed doors game, and we made a decision because we think he’s able to come in and help us.“He gives us more strength in depth and versatility, because he’s someone who can play both sides or as a number ten.READ MORE ON CHELSEA“He’s played for so many different clubs in different ways and shapes, and under different managers, so he’s tactically aware. We think he’s someone who can provide some really good competition for us.“I don’t want to put too much pressure on him and expect too much too soon. He’s not going to come in and start the games straight away. He’s got to get used to what we do and how we play, but he’s fit, he’s able to come in and affect it now, and he definitely makes the squad stronger.”Moses helped Chelsea win the Premier League in 2017 before leaving on several loan spells.He joined Inter Milan on a temporary basis in 2019-20 and helped them win Serie A, with both of Moses’ league title wins coming under Antonio Conte.Most read in ChampionshipBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe versatile star has a wealth of experience which also includes spells in Turkey and Russia, along with 38 Nigeria caps, and fans are delighted to see him back in England.One supporter reacted saying: “Good to see him back in England, all the best Victor.” Man Utd flop Jadon Sancho makes bizarre claim about Enzo Maresca being reason he joined Chelsea but it doesn’t add upAnother added: “We have manifested a return of a #Barclaysman to England.”And a Luton supporter reacted to the signing saying: “Well this came out of nowhere! Welcome Victor.”Edwards praised Moses’ humility and hopes he can be a big addition to the squad on and off the pitch.He added: “He’s someone who we can learn from as well. He’s won a Premier League title under Antonio Conte playing in a similar sort of role to what we ask some of our lads to do, so we’ll be able to pick his brains.“He’s had a fantastic career, been there and done it. He’s got an amazing CV. But alongside that he’s a really good lad, a quiet, unassuming, down to earth person.“What tells you about his humility is that he’s been willing to come in, basically on trial with us, to show how hungry he is to play for Luton Town. We are really excited about working with him.” More

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      Mario Balotelli incredibly snubbed by Indian Super League side Kerala Blasters over two key concerns

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      FORMER Premier League star Mario Balotelli has reportedly been snubbed by Indian Super League side Kerala Blasters over two key concerns.The former Manchester City and Liverpool star is a free agent after leaving Turkish side Adana Demirspor for a second time.Mario Balotelli is still without a club after being snubbed by Kerala BlastersCredit: GettyBalotelli, 34, is yet to find any takers after a rollercoaster career that’s seen him play for 12 different clubs.But reports in India claimed Kerala Blasters were lining up a surprise move.They were tempted to offer a proposal making Balotelli the biggest name in the Indian Super League.However, Kerala Blasters eventually decided to pull the plug on a deal for two reasons.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGoal claims the first was that chiefs believed it to be an unrealistic move, with Balotelli’s standing in the game “intimidating.”And the second was that the Italian’s bad-boy image was also too hot to handle.It now means Balotelli, who won a Premier League title with City after scoring 30 goals in 80 games, remains on the hunt for a new home.His travels around Europe have seen him play in Italy, France, England, Turkey and Switzerland.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd Balotelli is yet to try his luck further afield, with Saudi Arabia proving to be a popular destination for ageing stars.His transfer dilemma comes after footage emerged of him in July falling over in the street during a boozy night out.Footage of Mario Balotelli falling in street during boozy night out with palsBalotelli, a Treble winner with Inter Milan in 2010, was caught on camera enjoying himself with pals.But he appeared to have had a bit too much to drink, with Balotelli seen lying on the floor as friends attempted to lift him up,And after getting criticised for his behaviour, 36-time Italy international Balotelli fired back on social media.He said: “I wanted to tell you that I saw the video where I fall down with my friends, we roll around, joke, run.”I don’t see the problem with having a night out with friends, having fun and joking around, without hurting anyone.”What am I being judged for? Why didn’t you show all the photographs and videos I made with people? I was open to everyone.”Instead, after Italy play like that, the news that goes around is that I’m drunk… Come on, let’s think about important things.”Mario Balotelli’s career statsThose numbers in full:Lumezzane, 2005-2006: 2 games, 0 goalsInter Milan, 2006-2010: 86 games, 28 goalsMan City, 2010-2013: 80 games, 30 goalsAC Milan, 2013-2014: 54 games, 30 goalsLiverpool, 2014-2015: 28 games, 4 goalsAC Milan, 2015-2016: 23 games, 3 goalsNice, 2016-2018: 76 games, 43 goalsMarseille, 2018-2019: 15 games, 8 goalsBrescia, 2019-2020: 19 games, 5 goalsMonza, 2020-2021: 14 games, 6 goalsAdana Demirspor, 2021-2022: 35 games, 19 goalsSion, 2022-2023: 19 games, 6 goalsAdana Demirspor, 2023-2024: 16 games, 7 goalsItaly, 2010-2018: 36 games, 14 goalsTrophies: Serie A x3, Italian Cup, Italian Super Cup, Champions League (Inter Milan); Premier League, FA Cup (Man City) More

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      ‘I’ve made it clear I want to go’, says Liverpool hero as star appears to take swipe at club’s transfer activity

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      CAOIMHIM KELLEHER says he has “made it clear” to Liverpool he wants to leave the club.The Irish keeper, 25, stepped in for the injured No1 Alisson last season and played 26 games in all competitions.Caoimhin Kelleher is urging Liverpool to let him leaveCredit: SportsfileArne Slot signed Georgian keeper Giorgi Mamardashvili in the summerCredit: GettyBut Alisson returned for the final seven Premier League games of the campaign, before new Reds boss Arne Slot signed Georgian international Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia for £29million in the summer.Mamardashvili, 23, will not join Liverpool until next summer but is expected to be the long-term replacement for Brazil shot-stopper Alisson.And Kelleher, who started for Ireland in their 2-0 loss to England on Saturday, insists he feels it is the right time to leave Anfield.Speaking to BBC Sport, he said: “I’ve made it clear in the last few years that I want to go and be a No1 and play week in, week out.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”The club’s made that decision to get another goalkeeper and from the outside looking in, it looks like they’ve made a decision to go in a different direction.”Liverpool rejected a £15million bid from Nottingham Forest for Kelleher in the January transfer window.He has also been linked with a move to Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic.And Italian giants Juventus were even mooted as a possible destination during the summer.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSKelleher played ten Premier League games last season in Alisson’s absenceNone of those ended up materialising, but not for Kelleher’s want of trying.He added: “Sometimes from the outside looking in, it looks like that’s 100 per cent my decision [to stay] but at times it’s not always in my hands.Watch frosty moment between Liverpool star Van Dijk and Man Utd striker Zirkzee in tunnel before Holland clash”It’s been reported that Liverpool have rejected a few bids as well.”My ambition is clear that I think I’m good enough and I want to go out and prove it.”Kelleher made seven saves against England but could do nothing about the goals from Declan Rice and Jack Grealish.Celtic, Brighton and Forest are among the clubs continuing to be linked with him. More

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      Ex-Man Utd star Anthony Martial’s free transfer to Brazilian giants collapses over TWO outrageous contract demands

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      FLAMENGO have reportedly turned down the opportunity to sign free agent Anthony Martial.The 28-year-old has been available since leaving Manchester United in July.Flamengo have rejected the chance to sign former Man Utd forward Anthony MartialCredit: PAHe is yet to find a new club despite receiving plenty of interest.Flamengo identified Martial as a target last week after star man Pedro suffered a serious knee injury.But despite initiating talks, the Brazilian side rejected the opportunity to sign him.According to news outlet Meia Hora, Martial’s demands were “unworkable” for Flamengo.Read More in FootballThe Frenchman wanted a three-year contract in Rio de Janeiro.And his preferred salary was deemed far too high by club officials.It is now believed there is no possibility of negotiations progressing.Martial has been linked with several clubs since leaving Man Utd including Atalanta and Lille.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSEarlier this month he was also reportedly offered the biggest contract in AEK Athens’ history.Following his Man Utd departure, Martial’s agent told Sky Sports: “Anthony is on vacation. We are studying the different projects and we will take time.Man Utd’s completed summer transfer deals”Anthony has made sure to be fit and ready for his new club. He has been training normally for two months.”He is 28-years-old. I hear reports that he would be too financially greedy with the clubs. This is not true.”Anthony wants an ambitious project to achieve high club goals and get back into the France team. He will choose his club according to the sporting and family project.”The finances are important for any professional player but they are not his priority.” More

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      Jadon Sancho will only get in Chelsea team ‘if football becomes 24-a-side’, ex-Man Utd star fears

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Andy Cole has warned Jadon Sancho he will struggle at Chelsea “unless football becomes 24-a-side”.The English forward, 24, joined the Blues on Deadline Day on a loan deal with an obligation to buy for around £23million.Jadon Sancho joined Chelsea on loan with an obligation buy at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyManchester United legend Andy Cole has issued a warning to SanchoCredit: PAHe is yet to make his debut for the Blues, but could feature in their trip to Bournemouth on Saturday night.However, Man Utd Treble winner Cole, 52, feels Sancho will struggle to establish a run in Enzo Maresca’s team due to Chelsea’s inflated squad.Speaking to Betfred, he said: “Manchester United paid over £70million for Jadon three years ago, so it’s a lot of money lost isn’t it?”Jadon’s a very talented kid and he’s still only 24 years old, so if Chelsea can get the best out of him, like Borussia Dortmund did last season, then it would be a steal.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”There’s so much talent and so much unlocked potential there, so if Chelsea can unlock it and get him to the peak of his powers, then it would ultimately be a very, very good deal for them.”However, you can flip it on its head and ask where he’s going to play?”Unless football becomes 24-a-side, he’s going to struggle like everybody else is at Chelsea because nobody knows what’s going on there.”They’ve got loads of big names but they can only choose 11 players to start, so it will be interesting to see how he does at Chelsea.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSancho scored two and assisted two in the Bundesliga at Dortmund last seasonMaresca has a host of options in the wide attacking positions including Cole Palmer, Christopher Nkunku, Mykhailo Mudryk, Joao Felix, Pedro Neto and Noni Madueke.Sancho scored two goals and provided two assists in 14 Bundesliga games while on loan at Dortmund during the second half of last season.Erik ten Hag loses again in new role as head of Dutch giants after Man Utd’s horror start to Premier League seasonAside from that short stint back in Germany, he has not played any football since the 2022/23 campaign due to a spat with Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag.Sancho, who has featured 23 times for England, has also not received a cap for his country in three years. More