And the hypothesis reached its climax after Pep Guardiola saw it in Barcelona.
Follow ALL the latest gossip and transfer updates below…
BAL IN YOUR YARD
Guillem Balague has added a call to the list of clubs that could point to Lionel Messi – Juventus.
As Man City is unwilling to pay a moving window of more than a hundred million pounds, he says the Juve’s chances of signing the six-time Ballon d’Or winner have increased.
However, he said that he was very unlikely to move to Turin.
– Guillem Balague (@GuillemBalague) 29 August 2020
FRED ALERT
United is in favor of an offer from Galatasaray by Fred, according to reports.
The Turkish giants reportedly have a loan agreement with a purchase option.
Brazilian midfielder Fred played so much after United signed Bruno Fernandes in January.
And with Paul Pogba also welcome, the Turks will run for the 27-year-old, according to the Turkish half-year-old Fotomac.
LABIA
Paul Merson thinks it will be a “big statement” from Arsenal if they point to Gabriel Magalhaes.
The central part is about to seal a 27 million-pound transfer from Lille to north London.
Merson told Starsport: “If Arsenal makes a signal to Gabriel Magalhaes, I think it’s big because of all the other clubs that looked for him.
“If Arsenal controlled to put it in without having the Champions League offer, I think it’s huge.
“I like what Mikel Arteta does. But there are many around them who are also getting better.
PEP STEM
Pep Guardiola has been spotted in Barcelona with Manchester City about to agree non-public terms with Lionel Messi 1.4 million pounds a week.
Etihad’s chef is in Barcelona lately after making a note of dining in the city.
Spanish store El Chiringuito now states that Guardiola might meet Messi on the man city chief’s trip.
The couple have already benefited from a three-hour phone call about an assembly in England.
GOOD DEAL
Manchester United is reportedly still chasing Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish, who is valued at one million pounds.
And Ole Gunnar Solskjaer may be offering players to Villa as part of the move-in agreement.
According to MailOnline, goalkeeper Dean Henderson, who has just signed a new five-year contract at Old Trafford, is a player who can do the opposite.
But he will be on loan, and Solskjaer expects it to succeed David De Gea at United.
Goalkeeper Sergio Romero and left-back Diogo Dalot are two other players who may be concerned about the deal with Grealish.
JU BEAUTY
Juventus can boast a top-of-the-line superstar next season with Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
The two men have enjoyed a friendly rivalry for nearly two decades as they compete for the crown of football history.
But in their nearly 20-year rivalry, Ronaldo and Messi never played together.
That can replace everything in 2020-21, with Juventus saying they have made a dramatic attempt to recruit Barcelona star Messi.
OFFER MADE
Reading has shown Veljko Paunovic as the new coach to upgrade Mark Bowen just two weeks before the start of the league season.
The 43-year-old Serb enjoyed a long career at Atletico Madrid and Hanover before joining the management.
More recently, Paunovic spent four years at the helm of the MLS team, Chicago Fire, following his tenure as head of Serbia’s youth teams.
The owner of the reading, Dai Yongge, his joy at the appointment.
Yongge said: “With great delight and a proven delight in running effectively with a young footballer in training, I am convinced that Veljko can move this club forward.”
TAM TO MOVE?
Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham is wanted by Aston Villa as he faces a big fight for his long career in west London.
The Blues signed Timo Werner this summer after the Bundesliga to RB Leipzig.
According to MailOnline, Villa “asked questions” about Abraham, but the 22-year-old “wants to fight for his job at Stamford Bridge.”
Abraham is, of course, known to the Birmingham team for having enjoyed a brilliant season of charm in 2018/19.
MESSI SITUATION
Josep Maria Bartomeu rejected Lionel Messi’s request to hold an assembly related to his departure.
The president of Barcelona expects his 624 million pounds of exit fees.
Bartomeu would have denied the fugitive a meeting to negotiate his departure from Nou’s camp.
President Azulgrana will only meet with Messi to discuss the terms of a contract extension, according to El Periódico.
Bartomeu is willing to allow the 33-year-old superstar to leave if his release clause is fully respected.
This is what any club in perspective, such as Manchester City or Juventus, will have to break the world record for moving pay to 624 million pounds.
SANDR-NO
Manchester United was the victim of a move after Sandro Tonali agreed to sign for AC Milan, according to Massimo Cellino, owner of Brescia.
The 20-year-old Italian midfielder is considered one of Europe’s young talents after a smart season in Serie A.
On Friday, it was reported that Man Utd made a move to have the star, valued at 31 million pounds, in his midfield rank.
But the owner of Brescia, and president of Leeds, Cellino has shown that Tonali is heading to Milan, to Sky Sports Italia.
OFFER MADE
Leeds United has shown the club’s record of 36 million pounds against Valencia Rodrigo.
The 29-year-old has reached a four-year contract with the new Premier League boys.
The striker will provide Leeds coach Marcelo Bielsa with much-needed options with Patrick Bamford as a regular starter.
Rodrigo accepted a momentary move in the Premier League after scoring only once for Bolton in the most sensible race of his depressing 2010–11 loan season.
v Leeds United (@LUFC) August 29, 2020
TRANSFER NEWS TOMORROW
Chelsea’s madness continued after Thiago Silva joined Timo Werner, Hakim Ziyech, Ben Chilwell and Malang Sarr at Stamford Bridge.
And SunSport has exclusively revealed that Les Bleus are able to boost their summer spending to more than 250 million pounds despite everything that makes a company offer for Declan Rice.
Frank Lampard still needs Rice from West Ham, who values him at 80 million pounds and will make it easier to conclude a deal.
In news, Tottenham agreed to a “regional” payment of 15 million pounds for the right-back of the Wolves Matt Doherty, according to reports.
According to Sky Sports, the Spurs will soon reach their ranks with the signing of Doherty, 28.
Wolves can now step up their quest for Arsenal star Ainsley Maitland-Niles to upgrade to Doherty.
Meanwhile, Neymar and Angel Di Maria have contacted Lionel Messi to convince him to sign for Paris Saint-Germain.
The French aspect largely follows up after submitting your transfer request to Barcelona.
According to ESPN, Neymar called his former teammate on Thursday.
Meanwhile, AC Milan is in talks with Bournemouth to hire goalkeeper Asmir Begovic.
The former Chelsea detailer spent part of last season in Italy with 21-year-old Gianluigi Donnarumma.
According to The Telegraph, The Serie A and Bournemouth giants have started talks about a deal for the goalkeeper.
And finally, Manchester United goalkeeper Joel Pereira has loaned Huddersfield Town for one season.
A MATTER OF TIME
Tottenham accepted a “in the region” payment of 15 million pounds from Wolves’ right-back Matt Doherty reportedly.
Wolves can now step up their quest for Arsenal star Ainsley Maitland-Niles to upgrade to Doherty.
According to Sky Sports, the Spurs will soon reach their ranks with the signing of Doherty, 28.
The 6-foot ace joined the East Midlands club from the Bohemians in the Irish side for 75,000 euros in 2010.
ROONEY’S APPROVAL
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney is everything for Lionel Messi than Old Trafford.
In an interview with talkSPORT, Rooney said, ‘If you surround yourself with players like Bruno Fernandes, you may win a seventh Ballon d’Or. ”
Despite Rooney’s aspirations for Messi, United will face a fierce festival of rival Manchester City, which seems to be the favourite for Barcelona’s signing.
MAKE THE RIGHT OFFER
Premier League groups have many characteristics if they are for a striker with European experience.
Barcelona star Luis Suarez, former Chelsea player Gonzalo Higuain, Edinson Cavani solo and Atletico Madrid Diego Costa have connected to surprise in the Premier League.
But which of the experienced veterans would be the selection for an English team?
SunSport in some of the key statistics surrounding all four.
LUKE’S OUT.
Lucas Torreira’s agent says arsenal midfielder has no official delivery on the table of potential suitors.
Pablo Bentacur said: “There are many applications (for Torreira), there is still nothing official.
“I’ve won a lot of applications, we don’t have anything official on the table.
“The player trains with Arsenal. The coach (Mikel Arteta) has to make a resolution, whether or not he loves Torreira, but everything the press talks about is more exposing than reality.
“Today, the market is a little blocked, the official offers, I repeat, there is no.”
TOTAL STOPS
Fulham is a resolution for Tottenham goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga, according to reports.
Scott Parker hopes to recruit players with Premier League delight before the Cottagers return to the most sensible flight.
And it turns out that Gazzaniga, who played 18 league games to catch up the injured Hugo Lloris last season, is doing the trick.
According to The Telegraph Parker, 39, to give the Argentine the chance to compete with Marek Rodak and Marcus Bettinelli for the No. 1 shirt at Craven Cottage.
Gazzaniga, 28, had his season to date in the Spurs last time, making 25 appearances in all competitions, adding 4 in the Champions League.
Southampton’s former cap also made his Argentina debut.
But with the Spurs recruiting Joe Hart, Gazzaniga’s position as Lloris’ second number could be threatened.
INTER HIM
Inter Milan has reopened the talks to signal Barcelona midfielder Arturo Vidal.
Barcelona’s long 33-year streak is on the rocks with the Spaniards planning a primary review under new boss Ronald Koeman.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Antonio Conte, who controlled Vidal for 3 seasons at Juventus, needs a Serie A ride with the Chilean.
The former Bayern Munich player has played 33 times in all competitions, but basically from the bench.
PSG became interested in Vidal, who for the first time since 2011 missed a league title.
Luis Suarez, 33, learned that he is on the loose to leave Nou’s camp, prompting a livid reaction from his inseparable friend Lionel Messi.
MARTINEZ MOVEMENT
Arsenal seems to be in a position to sell goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez this summer, it has been reported.
According to The Athletic, Arsenal has placed 20 million in the Argentine’s head.
Martinez would have no challenge in moving away from the Emirates if that means he can have a normal football to satisfy his dream of fitting in Argentina’s number one goalkeeper.
PRESTAMO KOVAR
Manchester United goalkeeper Matej Kovar has joined Swindon Town on loan for one season.
Although he never made an appearance with the first team, he was included in the call-up for the match between United in the Europa League and FC Astana in November 2019.
Speaking about his move to Swindon, Kovar said: “First of all, I need to thank everyone for this welcome, even on the educational field, everyone has been wonderful to me since I arrived.
ESTRELLA SILVA
Chelsea coach Marina Granovskaia spoke of her in Thiago Silva’s signing.”
Speaking on the club’s website, he said: “We are very happy to be able to bring a world-renowned Thiago Silva player to our team.
“Having performed at the highest level for many years, we have no doubt his experience and quality will complement the many exciting talents we already have here.
“Thiago will be a wonderful selection and we hope you can upload new trophies to your impressive list of honors.”
cherry harvest
AC Milan is reportedly in talks with Bournemouth to hire goalkeeper Asmir Begovic.
The former Chelsea detailer spent part of last season in Italy with 21-year-old Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Begovic, 33, has made two appearances in Milan, but it is understood that they need the Bosnian to be number 2 again.
According to The Telegraph, Serie A and Bournemouth giants have begun negotiating a deal for the goalkeeper.
With the Cherries returning to the championship, they may only qualify a payment for Begovic.
It would also allow them to make their payroll.
PEREIRA IS OFF
Manchester United goalkeeper Joel Pereira has loaned Huddersfield Town for one season.
Pereira has only played for United twice in competitive matches, so she will be pleased with everything she plays at Huddersfield.
Although the move is permanent, it is likely that 24 years played its last game for United, as his contract expires in June 2021, and United is likely to offer him an extension.
Lionel Messi has to sign for Manchester City before PSG reportedly.
L’Equipe states that the director of Paris Saint-Germain, Leonardo, has called Jorge Messi, Lionel’s father, to express his preference for pointing out the Barcelona star.
But Messi has chosen to meet Pep Guardiola in the City, they say.
It would be a disaster if Messi had to sign for the Etihad.
CARDS NEAR THE CHEST
Houssem Aouar, an Arsenal target, remained silent when asked about his long career in Lyon.
The 22-year-old has attracted Gunners, Manchester City, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain.
But Aouar kept his letters close to his chest an interview with L’Equipe.
He asked if it would be difficult to leave Lyon enthusiasts without saying goodbye, due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Aouar simply replied: “I’m not gone yet. So I didn’t ask that question.
The Frenchman then asked if it was a good choice to leave Lyon before next summer’s Euro 2020 final.
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