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Aug102021 by JBNo Comments

Lionel Messi to wear Jersey reserved for goalkeepers in Ligue 1

Ligue 1

Lionel Messi has agreed a two-year contract to join PSG and has chosen to wear the No.30 shirt, with his move to the French club set to be announced. Messi confirmed he would be leaving Barcelona after 21 years at the club during a his press conference on Sunday, receiving a standing ovation from the players, legends, coaches and board members in attendance. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Reports emerged that the club’s hierarchy made one last attempt to convince Messi to stay last night, but it was to no avail. And on Tuesday, L’Equipe reported that Messi had reached a full agreement with PSG on a two-year deal – with an option for a third. The Argentine superstar had still been at his home in Barcelona but as soon as the deal was struck, the 34-year...

Aug72021 by JBNo Comments

PSG owner’s brother confirms Lionel Messi signing after concluding talks following Barca exit

Ligue 1

Lionel Messi will soon be unveiled as a PSG player after agreeing to a contract with the Ligue 1 club, according to the half-brother of the Emir of Qatar. Paris Saint-Germain quickly emerged in pole position to sign Messi, after Barcelona confirmed he would not be re-signing with them earlier this week. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Argentine forward had agreed a new contract with the Spanish giants but they would have been unable to register the player with La Liga without breaching salary cap rules. PSG were quick to capitalise as Messi's situation came to light on Thursday as president Nasser Al-Khelaifi entered discussions and manager Mauricio Pochettino spoke to the player. Talks between both parties progressed rapidly over the next 24 hours...

Aug72021 by JBNo Comments

Lionel Messi rejects Neymar shirt number ahead of his move to PSG

Ligue 1

Lionel Messi has agreed terms with PSG for a sensational transfer to the Ligue 1 side, and his jersey number has been revealed, according to reports. According to French journalist Julien Maynard, the Argentine forward has chosen to wear the number 19 jersey, as opposed to his preferred number 10, which is currently being worn by his friend and former teammate Neymar. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It has been reported that the Brazilian star is ready to vacate it for Messi. But he reportedly turned down the offer in favor of his previous jersey number at club and international level. Messi had his breakthrough at Barcelona in the 2004-05 campaign. And at the time, Ronaldinho wore the number 10 jersey, and the Argentine attacker made his debut in the jer...

Aug42021 by JBNo Comments

Houssem Aouar ‘stunned’ by Arsenal’s move for James Maddison

Premier League, Ligue 1

Houssem Aouar has been left shocked by Arsenal’s move to sign James Maddison with the Frenchman having hoped his long-mooted move to the Emirates was finally on the cards. Mikel Arteta is keen to bring in a new playmaker this summer transfer window, having sold Mesut Ozil in January and so far failing to complete a permanent deal for Martin Odegaard. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Lyon midfielder Aouar had re-emerged as a possible option for Arsenal, who were willing to pay huge money for him last summer, with the French team having dropped their asking price to only £25m. Why James Maddison is keen on Arsenal transfer move this summer Why Romelu Lukaku is ready to leave Inter Milan & seal Chelsea return Arsenal change transfer plans after re...

Jul252021 by JBNo Comments

Solskjaer responds to rumours Pogba has rejected Man Utd contract & will join PSG

Premier League, Ligue 1

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hopeful that Paul Pogba will be part of his Manchester United team next season despite rumours he has rejected a new deal. The midfielder’s current deal expires next summer, and recent reports claimed he had turned down an extension that would have made him the highest player at United on £350,000-per-week. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Red devils do not want to risk losing him for nothing for a second time – with Pogba having joined Juventus on a free transfer as a teenager – and there are reports he could move to PSG in a £50m deal. PSG fans hang anti-Paul Pogba banner outside Parc des Princes Bruno Fernandes sends message to Jadon Sancho after Man Utd transfer Arsenal put player up for sale for £15m to fund Tammy A...

Jul242021 by JBNo Comments

PSG fans hang anti-Paul Pogba banner outside Parc des Princes

Ligue 1, Premier League

A group of Paris Saint-Germain supporters made their feelings towards Paul Pogba known by hanging a banner outside Parc des Princes, warning the player he isn’t wanted at the club. Pogba’s future at Old Trafford remain undecided with the Ligue 1 giants reportedly ready to test United’s resolve with a bid of £43m. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Frenchman has only one year left on his current contract and appears unlikely to sign an extension which leaves the Red devils in something of a quandary. Danny Murphy gives two reasons Arsenal will ‘surprise people’ next season Bruno Fernandes sends message to Jadon Sancho after Man Utd transfer Paul Merson fires Premier League title warning to Chelsea Solskjaer stated his desire to keep Pogba sever...

Jul232021 by JBNo Comments

Wijnaldum sends message to Pogba over PSG transfer

Ligue 1, Premier League

Gini Wijnaldum says he would ‘love’ to see Paul Pogba join him at Paris Saint-Germain and believes the ‘extraordinary’ player is ‘one of the best midfielders in the world’. Wijnaldum joined PSG on a free transfer this month after he left Liverpool, where he established himself a fan favourite and won both the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Dutchman is one of five new signings through the doors at the Parc des Princes this summer window, with Sergio Ramos and Donnarumma arriving from Real Madrid and AC Milan respectively. Pogba set to leave Man Utd after rejecting £50m contract offer Mesut Ozil sends message to Bukayo Saka over Euro 2020 penalty miss & racist abuse Paul Merson names the four te...

Jul212021 by JBNo Comments

Rennes confirm they are ready to sell Man Utd target Camavinga this summer

Transfer Info, Ligue 1, Premier League

Rennes president Nicolas Holveck has said the Ligue 1 club are "open" to discussing a deal to sell Manchester United target Eduardo Camavinga this summer transfer window. According to ESPN, United are monitoring the player's situation at Rennes and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is believed to be interested in adding a midfielder to his squad. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Camavinga has only one year left on his current Rennes contract and the club president said they are willing to allow the 18-year-old leave for the right price. Arsenal forced to cancel pre-season U.S tour after Covid-19 outbreak Paul Merson names the four teams who can win the Premier League this season Chelsea to lose three of their best young players to Premier League rivals "One ...

Jul112021 by JBNo Comments

Petr Cech keen on signing Man Utd target as Chelsea finally contact agent

Ligue 1

Petr Cech is personally endorsing Chelsea’s push to sign Rennes star Eduardo Camavinga this summer, according to reports. The 18-year-old midfielder is one of the most highly rated youngsters in Europe and has attracted interest from several top clubs including Real Madrid and PSG. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Last month, reports in France claimed that that the Red devils have already made an approach to Camavinga’s agent, Jonathan Barnett, about a potential deal this summer transfer window. But, Chelsea have now entered the race for the Rennes player and reports this week have claimed that they have also been in touch with his representative. But according to Le Parisien’s Julien Laurens, Petr Cech is a ‘huge fan’ of Camavinga and the former Chelse...

Jul92021 by JBNo Comments

Sergio Ramos rejected Arsenal move despite Arteta smashing PSG salary

Ligue 1, Premier League

Sergio Ramos snubbed huge interest from Arsenal and Manchester City in favour of a move to Paris Saint-Germain, according to a report. The defender made headlines this year when Madrid announced he would be leaving. After playing 671 matches and over 100 goals, he became a free agent despite his club’s efforts to keep him. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); As such, the race began to sign the 35-year-old, who had initial transfer links with a move to Manchester United. While Paris Saint-Germain eventually won the race for Ramos, though, Goal claims that he could have made the move to the Premier League. Arsenal and Man City both tabled lucrative contract offers for the central defender. The Gunners offered him £15m per season on a two-year deal. Ramos has...