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      Barcelona willing to sell three players including Man Utd and Chelsea target Aubameyang to fund £84m Silva transfer

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      BARCELONA are reportedly willing to sell three players in order to fund a suitable bid for Bernardo Silva.The cash-strapped Catalan giants have already spent big this summer.
      Barcelona are attempting to fund £80m to sign SilvaCredit: Getty
      Xavi has introduced six new players to his squad, including Robert Lewandowski, Jules Kounde and Raphinha, taking the club’s total net spend to around £140million.
      But, now the Barca boss is eager to sign Manchester City midfielder Silva, who is valued at around £84m, despite the club’s financial status.
      According to Spanish outlet AS, Barcelona chiefs are willing to sell three players to fund the transfer.
      Those names include Memphis Depay, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Sergino Dest.
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      Depay has been told by Xavi that he is surplus to requirements at the club.
      As a result, his representatives are now attempting to negotiate a contract termination which would allow him to leave on a free transfer, creating space on the club’s wage bill.
      Juventus are now closing in on a deal for the winger, who also received interest from Tottenham.
      Meanwhile, Aubameyang could also be set for a move away, with Manchester United and Chelsea both battling for his signature.
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      On Monday, SunSport revealed that The Red Devils were set to join the race to sign the former Arsenal skipper.
      Erik ten Hag is eager to sign some attacking reinforcements before the transfer window closes.
      And with Cristiano Ronaldo pushing for an exit, Aubameyang could prove to be the perfect replacement.
      However, Thomas Tuchel is keen on the prospect of bringing him to Stamford Bridge following the departures of Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner.
      Dest has also been linked with a move to Old Trafford.
      Man Utd chiefs are reportedly prepared to offer Diogo Dalot as part of a swap deal to sign the right-back.
      Barcelona could also raise a large sum of money by selling Frenkie de Jong.
      The Dutchman has been at the centre of this summer’s biggest transfer saga.
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      Man Utd have been pushing to sign him since the transfer window opened in June, but the midfielder is reluctant to make the move to Old Trafford.
      Barcelona currently owe De Jong £17m in unpaid wages, but officials have offered him an ultimatum by suggesting that he either slash his wage demands or leave. More

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      Man Utd face missing out on Milinkovic-Savic as Tottenham ‘line up £51m transfer bid for Lazio midfielder’

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      TOTTENHAM are lining up a £51million move for Manchester United target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, according to reports.The Red Devils hold a long-standing interest in the Lazio midfielder, but could be gazumped by Spurs.
      Sergej Milinkovic-Savic could move to the Premier League this summerCredit: Getty
      Milinkovic-Savic, 27, is believed to be interested in leaving Serie A after seven years playing in Italy.
      United could look to make a bid, but the Serb would reportedly rather move to Tottenham.
      Working with Antonio Conte appeals to the midfielder, while he would like to play Champions League football.
      According to Calciomercato, Spurs are readying a bid worth £51m for the burly 6ft 2in ace.
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      The offer would comprise of an initial £38m fee, plus around £13m in add-ons.
      Tottenham would be willing to offer Milinkovic-Savic a £100,000-a-week contract.
      He has two years remaining on his Lazio deal.
      It’s been a busy summer of recruitment in North London.
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      Tottenham signed Ivan Perisic, Fraser Forster, Yves Bissouma, Richarlison, Clement Lenglet and Djed Spence prior to the beginning of the season.
      While Udinese ace Destiny Udogie is expected to follow in the coming days, before being loaned back to the Italian side.
      Tottenham are also interested in Man United youngster James Garner, while they have loaned Giovani Lo Celso to Villarreal.
      The Argentine’s fellow Spurs outcast Tanguy Ndombele could soon follow him out the door, with Napoli working on a loan deal for the Frenchman.
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      Diogo Dalot ‘rules out Barcelona transfer after Man Utd offer defender in swap deal for Frenkie de Jong’

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      DIOGO DALOT has reportedly ruled out a move to Barcelona.That’s after he was apparently used by Manchester United in a swap deal for Frenkie de Jong.
      Diogo Dalot has snubbed a Barcelona move… with the Catalans also not interestedCredit: Getty
      Man Utd offered Dalot in a swap deal for Barca midfielder Frenkie de JongCredit: Getty
      Mundo Deportivo claims Dalot was offered up by Erik ten Hag as a bargaining chip for Barca’s unhappy midfielder.
      The Spanish giants are searching for a right-back after missing out on Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta.
      And United believed using Dalot as part of a deal for De Jong would see Barca lower their asking price of £63million.
      However, the LaLiga side rejected the exchange as Dalot is not on their radar for the new season.
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      But even if he had been, the deal would have struggled to go through.
      That’s because Dalot has no intention of leaving Old Trafford.
      It’s reckoned the Portugal ace is settled in Manchester.
      Dalot is still confident of making a huge impact at the Theatre of Dreams, where he is currently ahead of Aaron Wan-Bissaka in the pecking order.
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      Dalot’s people also claim he retains the confidence of Ten Hag – despite being offered out to Barca.
      It now remains to be seen who Xavi Hernandez moves for, with Barcelona short on cash.
      Villarreal’s Juan Foyth, Borussia Dortmund’s Thomas Meunier and Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong have all been linked.
      Barcelona’s need for a right-back comes after expensive new signing Jules Kounde told Xavi he has no intention of switching to the position from centre-back.
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      Barca’s current options include Sergi Roberto and Sergino Dest, but neither has convinced in recent seasons.
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      How Chelsea could line up with four new stars after stunning £223m spree on aces including De Jong and Aubameyang

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      CHELSEA could line up with a bold new look if they pull off £223million-worth of transfers before deadline day.Thomas Tuchel and Todd Boehly have already splashed the cash on several signings including Raheem Sterling (£47m), Kalidou Koulibaly (£33m) and Marc Cucurella (£62m).
      Chelsea could line up with a bold new look if they make four signings including Pierre-Emerick AubameyangCredit: AFP
      That’s an incredible total of £142m.
      But that total figure could rise to an astonishing £365m if Chelsea land their remaining targets.
      Top of the list for Tuchel is a new centre-back.
      And Leicester’s Wesley Fofana is in his sights.
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      The centre-back, 21, is regarded as one of Europe’s top defensive prospects.
      He can play in a back three or a back four.
      But Chelsea will have to pay a world record fee for a defender to prise Fofana from Leicester – £85m to be exact.
      Next on the list for Tuchel is a new striker – and his main target is Aubameyang.
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      The pair are still great friends after working together at Borussia Dortmund.
      Yet despite only joining Barcelona on a free transfer from Arsenal earlier this year, Chelsea will have to cough up £25m for the hitman.
      But Aubameyang’s prowess makes him the ideal man to lead the line for Chelsea.
      Tuchel would also like a new midfielder, and Frenkie de Jong could now be set to swap Barcelona for London.
      How Chelsea could end up looking after another spending spree
      The midfielder requires around £14m of unpaid wages to be handed over by his new side.
      But the transfer fee alone for De Jong comes to £63m.
      Even so, the Dutchman’s versatility in midfield makes him an ideal anchorman or pivot player in Tuchel’s system.
      Finally, Chelsea are targeting a winger after missing out on Raphinha.
      And Everton’s Anthony Gordon has been the subject of a failed £40m.
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      It will take at least £50m for Chelsea to succeed in their pursuit.
      But Gordon can play either wing and will provide a new option for Tuchel up top. More

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      Chelsea have second Anthony Gordon transfer bid worth £45m REJECTED as Everton desperately look to keep youngster

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      CHELSEA have had a £45million bid for Anthony Gordon rejected by Everton.The Blues made an initial £40m offer for the winger last weekend, but it was immediately dismissed.
      Everton have rejected Chelsea’s £45m bid for GordonCredit: Getty
      Thomas Tuchel was then eager to respond with an improved bid of £45m, but that was still considered too low by Frank Lampard.
      According to The Times, Everton are now demanding at least £50m for Gordon’s services.
      It remains possible that Chelsea could still go back with another improved offer, but Everton officials believe that Tuchel will now lose interest.
      Meanwhile, The Toffees are pushing to negotiate a new deal for the 21-year-old.
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      Talks on a new contract opened after Newcastle and Tottenham both expressed an interest in signing Gordon.
      Spurs had attempted to sign him while pursuing a deal for Richarlison, but they could only manage to secure the services of the Brazil international.
      And just a few weeks later, Newcastle approached the club to discuss the possibility of a £35m move.
      Gordon is understood to be willing to leave Goodison Park, but Everton want to keep him for at least one more season.
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      The winger joined Everton’s academy in 2012 before rising through the ranks to make his professional debut in 2017.
      He has since scored four goals and assisted eight in 62 appearances for the club. More

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      Man City confirm £11m Sergio Gomez transfer from Anderlecht as left-back becomes fourth summer signing

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      MANCHESTER CITY have officially confirmed the signing of left-back Sergio Gomez on a four-year deal.The 21-year-old has joined the champions for £11million from Belgian side Anderlecht.
      Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Sergio GomezCredit: Instagram / @mancity
      Gomez has joined City on a four-year dealCredit: Instagram / @mancity
      The Spain U21 star has joined the champions for £11millionCredit: Instagram / @mancity
      Gomez is Pep Guardiola’s fourth signing of the summer – following Erling Haaland, Kalvin Phillips and Stefan Ortega through the doors at the Etihad.
      The Spanish U21 star had a medical with City over the weekend and was spotted at a Manchester hotel on Saturday.
      Gomez will take the No21 shirt and fill the void left by Oleksandr Zinchenko after the Ukrainian ace left for Arsenal earlier this summer.
      Speaking after making the move official, Gomez said it was a “dream come true” to join the Cityzens.
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      The left-back revealed: “I am incredibly proud and happy to have joined Manchester City.
      “City are the best team in England and in Pep Guardiola I have a chance to learn and develop under the most outstanding manager in world football.
      “To be able to be part of this club is a dream come true for me and something any young player would aspire to.
      “The number of trophies City have won over the past few years has been incredible and the style of football the team plays under Pep is the most exciting in Europe.”
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      Gomez registered an impressive 15 assists in 49 games for Anderlecht last season.
      His six goals in nine games for Spain U21 mean he will be a threat going forward from left-back.
      And Gomez can’t wait to get started under Guardiola.
      He continued: “Playing for and being guided by Pep and his coaches is going to be very special.
      “I’ve heard so much about the City fans and how passionate they are, so I can’t wait to get started and to try and help the Club achieve even more.”
      In signing Gomez, City have got themselves another boyhood fan to join Phil Foden and Haaland.
      Gomez revealed he had a David Silva No21 shirt growing up – the same kit number he has taking after signing for the club.
      He told Man City’s website: “Since we were kids, my brother really liked Manchester City. He passed me the like for Manchester City.
      “When he went on a school trip to London, I asked him to buy me the Manchester City shirt with the name and number of David Silva. At that time, I was wearing the number 21 too.
      “He was one of my favourite players in that position because when I was a kid I used to play in Silva’s position. That’s the story of the shirt and I have kept it well since.” More

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      Man Utd offered Griezmann or Morata in swap transfer for Cristiano Ronaldo with Atletico Madrid keen on wantaway star

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      ATLETICO MADRID are willing to offer Antoine Griezmann and Alvaro Morata to Manchester United in exchange for Cristiano Ronaldo, according to reports.The LaLiga side are still interested in signing the Portuguese veteran, despite a backlash from fans against the idea earlier in the summer.
      Alvaro Morata could be available to Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Antoine Griezmann could head to Old TraffordCredit: Rex
      Ronaldo, 37, is claimed to have been impressed by Diego Simeone’s eagerness to have him onboard.
      According to The Times, Atletico would be willing to throw in a forward to help sweeten a deal for Man United.
      The Spanish giants are claimed to be open to using ex-Chelsea striker Morata or France star Griezmann to get a deal over the line.
      It’s added that Erik ten Hag has now changed his stance on selling Ronaldo.
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      At the start of the summer, the Dutchman was keen to work with the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.
      But he is believed to have grown frustrated by the former Real Madrid forward’s antics – from skipping United’s pre-season tour for “family reasons” to leaving the friendly against Rayo Vallecano early.
      Ten Hag, 52, used Ronaldo from the bench in United’s opener against Brighton, before restoring him for their 4-0 thrashing at Brentford.
      SunSport revealed last week that a number of United stars believe that the atmosphere within the dressing room would improve if Ronaldo was to be sold.
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      The Red Devils’ No7 bagged 18 Premier League goals last season and is determined to play for a Champions League team.
      He believes that he had a gentleman’s agreement with the United board that he would be allowed to depart if his side failed to finish in the top four.
      Morata, 29, spent last season on loan at Juventus – netting 12 times in 48 games.
      He got off to a perfect start to the season last night upon his Atletico return – netting twice in a 3-0 victory over Getafe.
      Griezmann, 31, was introduced from the bench and bagged his side’s third.
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      United have also been linked with a £45m move for Atleti forward Matheus Cunha.
      The 23-year-old, who scored six goals in 29 LaLiga outings last term, replaced Morata in the 83rd minute of last night’s clash.
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      Barcelona slammed for ‘mafia’ treatment of Man Utd and Chelsea transfer target Frenkie de Jong by Rafael van der Vaart

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      BARCELONA have been slammed for their “mafia” treatment of Manchester United and Chelsea target Frenkie de Jong.Holland legend Rafael van der Vaart reckons the Spaniards have acted like crooks regarding De Jong’s future this summer.
      Barcelona have been accused of ‘mafia’ treatment regarding Frenkie de Jong’s futureCredit: Getty
      Rafael van der Vaart has slammed Barcelona for their unacceptable behaviourCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Xavi Hernandez claims the midfield playmaker has a huge role at Barcelona this season.
      But behind the scenes, club president Joan Laporta has tried putting the squeeze on De Jong by making him take a major pay cut.
      That’s despite the club splashing out on expensive new signings including Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha.
      Meanwhile, De Jong is still owed over £14MILLION in unpaid wages from last season.
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      And Barca are now threatening to take legal action unless De Jong backs down.
      The situation has led to Chelsea and Man United both vying for the ace’s signature.
      Incredibly, De Jong’s preference is to REMAIN at Barcelona despite his treatment there.
      But one man who won’t shy away from what’s been going on is compatriot Van der Vaart.
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      The decorated attacker, who spent two seasons at Real Madrid, has hit out at Barca for their unfair tactics against De Jong.
      He believes the star is absolutely entitled to the contract he signed with the Catalans.
      And if there was a problem, it could easily have been resolved had Barcelona not taken such a hard stance from the outset.
      Van der Vaart told Ziggo Sport: “You can’t treat people like that.
      “Frenkie earns too much? First you sign a contract and then you fulfil it or you go on good terms, but not like that.
      “This is mafia and they must be punished.” More