The Argentine is expected to hold talks with the club on Wednesday in which he hopes for his future.
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IN THE BAG
West Ham is about Grady Diangana to West Brom.
Sky Sports reports that the measure will cost the Baggies about 18 million pounds.
JORGE AND THE DRAGON
This is what happened when Jorge Messi visited Camp Nou before.
Lionel Messi’s father and agent have admitted that it would be “difficult” for the footballer in Barcelona.
Messi Sr traveled to Barcelona from Argentina to discuss her son’s future.
Messi, 33, runs Barca last week after submitting a transfer request, indicating his goal of leaving the club after 16 seasons.
And upon entering the club’s offices, he admitted to El Chiringuito TV that his son will most likely leave the club.
Jorge was scheduled to meet with the club’s president, Josep Maria Bartomeu, later this afternoon, but now it’s happening this morning.
Messi is now locked in a dispute with the Spanish giants after claiming that a clause in his contract allowed him to leave for nothing with immediate effect.
Break
Barcelona has stepped up their dispute with Lionel Messi by promising that they will sue their captain if he seals a loose play from the club, according to reports in Spain.
The game says the Catalans will also initiate legal proceedings with the club that introduces the Argentine after his move to Manchester City.
Messi last week, Barca’s bosses after submitting a motion request, indicating their goal of leaving the club after 16 seasons.
The 33-year-old said a clause in his contract allowed him to give up anything with immediate effect.
However, the officials of the Nou camp the stipulation expired on June 10, with the Argentine superstar under contract until the summer of 2021.
And LaLiga subsidized Barcelona insisting that Messi’s 629 million pound termination clause remains in effect.
UPA OWNER
Fabrizio Romano says he doesn’t think RB Leipzig even has BESOIN to sell Dayot Upamecano.
The centre-back would be one for Manchester United after Donny van de Beek’s touchdown.
Chris Smalling is about to leave Old Trafford with the Rome final in a permanent settlement for the central defender.
But Romano warned that the sale of Timo Werner to Chelsea put coins in Leipzig’s coffers.
He tweeted: “Of course, Man Utd likes Upamecano, but Leipzig doesn’t want to sell it this summer after the deal with Werner, so I don’t expect any moves from Man Utd to Upamecano this month!”
THE HOUSE IS CARRYING THE HEART IS
Sead Kolasinac told his teammates “I just need to get home” as the return pass to the Schalke accelerates.
Bild reports that Arsenal’s tough man has already met with director Jochen Schneider 3 times.
The 27-year-old Bosnian defender joined Schalke Gunners in 2017, but the report says he has had an appointment with the Bundesliga team.
And he reportedly told his close circle of friends, “Just to move from home and this stadium will explode if we announce it.”
The Schalke is looking for his characteristics as a left-back and Kolasinac’s return would be a popular signing with fans.
IT’LL COST YOU MILES
Villarreal upgrades To Emiliano Martínez after suffering to reach an agreement by Rui Silva del Granada.
The Yellow Submarine has already incorporated Francis Coquelin, Takefusa Kubo and Dani Parejo this summer.
According to the Estadio Deportivo, Martínez makes a viable choice for Silva among the sticks.
Unai Emery has reportedly investigated the goalkeeper’s availability, but that will be reduced to money for the North London club.
REASONS FOR OPTIMISM
Arsenal has published main points on how it will allow season pass holders to participate in reduced capacity matches in the Emriates.
Here it is on the club’s website:
“While our home game opposite West Ham United on Sunday 20 September will take place behind closed doors, based on existing British government commandos, we look forward to welcoming enthusiasts to The Emirates Stadium with reduced capacity of Sheffield United scheduled for Saturday 3 October.
“As we finish the main points of our reduced capacity matches, we would like to tell you our plans to welcome you back to Emirates Stadium safely.
“By drawing up an agile plan for next season, we are working to maximize the number of enthusiasts who can safely attend games at Emirates Stadium and provide fair and equitable access to limited-price tickets for all season ticket holders..”
ALCANTARA IS A GO-GO
Bayern Munich are “convinced” that they will get a new offer from Liverpool by Thiago Alcántara, says Fabrizio Romano.
Jurgen Klopp is pushing for him to move to after discovering that Manchester United had had contact with his agent.
Giorginio Wijnaldum’s trip to Barcelona is on hold as the Camp Nou faces the consequences of Lionel Messi.
The Catalan giants have submitted an official offer to Liverpool, but that would set the canal in motion.
United has had no contact with Bayern for the midfielder who almost signed in 2013 and Liverpool in pole position.
– Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) 2 September 2020
DON AND DUFFTED
Celtic ended Shane Duffy’s hiring on a one-season loan from Brighton.
The 28-year-old defender has long been a hoop fan and has now secured a season with Neil Lennon all year round.
Both West Ham and West Brom were looking to win the Republic of Ireland’s central defence this summer, but he has made it clear that he needs to sign for the Scottish champions.
Duffy said: “I am very happy to signal this agreement with Celtic.
“It is a great honor for me to register for Celtic, such a large establishment and a brilliant football club that I have enjoyed and admired.
“It will be a non-public moment for me when I put on my Celtic shirt.”
– Shane Duffy (@shaneduffy) September 2, 2020
Old man for old
According to reports, Luis Suarez agreed non-public terms with Juventus after being informed that he could leave Barcelona.
The Uruguayan is about to leave the Nou field after being considered a surplus through Ronald Koeman.
If Barca fails to secure an offer for Suarez, he will have to disburse £12 million to cancel his contract.
But he has also reported a move to Turin, where he could approach former rival Cristiano Ronaldo at Juventus.
It was reported over the weekend that Suarez had spoken to Juve leader Pavel Nedved to discuss an imaginable move to Italy.
And according to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Elderly has reached an agreement with the player’s representatives at a time of meeting.
‘DOU or DIE
Manchester United won a seasoned move with news that Napoli had turned down Manchester City’s bid of 53 million pounds for Kalidou Koulibaly.
Corriere dello Sport reports that the Italian aspect did not make the City’s offer enough for its highly qualified central defence and will last around 71 million pounds.
And the report says Pep Guardiola’s team is not in a position to delve into their wallet for the 29-year-old.
Citizens may be limited in the cash they can spend on Koulibaly with a sensational contract worth 623 million pounds for Argentine superstar Lionel Messi in preparation.
But this is news for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, as he is looking for a long-term spouse for Harry Maguire, who is in the headlines.
However, United will face a Festival of Paris Saint-Germain, a Champions League finalist, which is also about to rush.
MAKE AND REPAIR
Chelsea went on to sign Edouard Mendy after Rennes made a touch to update him with Alphonse Areola.
Blues boss Frank Lampard, Senegalese foreigner Mendy to fit in with the incoherent Kepa Arrizabalaga.
And according to L’Equipe, Rennes already has PSG Striker Areola as his main goal to update Chelsea’s goals.
The Frenchman, contracted until 2023, spent the last season at Real Madrid to upgrade to Thibaut Courtois.
But he sent back the champions of France, who already have Keylor Navas as No.1.
Areola is ahead as he seeks to retain France’s third-choice position at next summer’s European Championships.
KANT KEEPS A GOOD MAN
N’Golo Kante would like to fight for his position at Chelsea despite interest from Inter Milan.
Frank Lampard’s team is ready to sell to the midfielder for a million pounds this summer.
But Kante has no plans to leave Chelsea as he is at the club, according to Goal.
The 29-year-old to cement his position on the squad after an injured 2019/20 campaign.
He scored 3 goals in 22 league games last season, he was unable to make a bachelor pass.
Lampard did not ask the club to sell Kante despite his massive summer spending frenzy.
EXCLUSIVE – KIP RAPIDE
West Brom is ready for a mid-centre Cedric Kipre deal after starting talks about a dream move in the Premier League, alan NIXON reports.
The defender allowed the movement to be linked after Wigan’s directors accepted an offer of around 1 million pounds after days of haggling.
Kipre deserves to settle for non-public terms after entering Albion’s first selection when Shane Duffy decided to sign for Celtic.
The tough defender stands out for the Latics last season and is sold after pushing for the play.
Kipre, 23, would also have won a special offer from Blackburn.
ÍDOL PABLO
The goal of United and Real Madrid, Eduardo Camavinga, has revealed that he is Paul Pogba as his inspiring model.
The 17-year-old has been on Didier Deschamps’ France team for the first time.
He can break the record of Rene Gerard, 82, as the youngest Blues in history if he plays against Sweden or France.
The teenage sensation told French journalists: “I am through Paul Pogba.
“He’s a player with wonderful qualities.”
MEDICAL MARVEL
Kai Havertz had his medical exam in London on Sunday, reportedly.
The German is expected to become known as a Chelsea player in the near future, having completed his review before joining Joachim Low’s squad.
THE BELLS, THE BELLS
Paris Saint-Germain has submitted a £ 30 million offer for Hector Bellerin and is in the process of reaching a deal, according to reports.
Both clubs have been stalled for weeks in negotiations, with Arsenal in a position to face the Spaniard.
Bellerin, 25, is the goal of the French champions to upgrade Thomas Meunier to Borussia Dortmund on a loose transfer.
Although the right-back is not on Mikel Arteta’s list of movements, he is open to fundraising for other areas of the field.
The Guardian writes how the PSG presented an initial amount of two five hundred million pounds with another five million pounds in add-ons.
Bellerin is satisfied in London, but would be open to a new challenge if Arsenal accepted the offer, Atheltic adds.
‘I HAVE TIME’
Dayot Upamecano, Manchester United’s goal, is still in a rush to make a big move, he told interested clubs.
Upamecano said: “I have extended my contract with Leipzig.
“I’m for several clubs, I communicate with clubs, but I have time.
“We will see what happens in the future.
“The secret of my success? Keep my feet on the ground, not and my determination.
“I’ve had this determination since I was a kid.I need to keep running hard to succeed at the highest possible point.”
‘HE DOESN’T KNOW ANYTHING’
Jorge Messi had a few words for the hounds when he landed in Barcelona before chatting with the club.
Lionel’s father will prepare his son to leave the Nou.
He told reporters, “I don’t know anything, boys.”
– Francesc Latorre (@FrancescLatorre) 2 September 2020
LOAN ORGANIZERS
Chelsea is reportedly in a position to offer Malang Sarr on loan from Bayer Leverkusen as a gift to eliminate Kai Havertz.
Blues boss Frank Lampard continues to build his own team at Stamford Bridge, and Havertz is the next call related to a movement.
Hakim Ziyech, Timo Werner and Ben Chilwell have already joined this summer.
And Sarr, some other recruit, joined a loose movement from Nice.
But according to MailOnline, it is possible that the 21-year-old may be loaned to Leverkusen, and Havertz may be persuaded to move to west London as part of the deal.
The Guardian has claimed in the past that the Blues had agreed to a record down payment of 72 million pounds to signal the 21-year-old star after months of haggling.
ICYMI – EXCLUSIVE
Manchester United will leave Jadon Sancho until the England star publicly admits that he needs to stay at Borussia Dortmund, reports NEIL CUSTIS.
Sancho, 20, has kept a low profile in his long career, while Dortmund leaders have insisted that he will spend this season in Germany.
United had put all its efforts into the Sancho touchdown this summer with a bid of 70 million pounds upfront amounting to 110 million pounds.
Personal pay claims had been taken care of and the player was in a position to return to Manchester, where he began his career at the Etihad with City.
But the Bundesliga team was looking for more money in advance and United was not in a position to pay for it.
Now the only way to get a deal is for Sancho to put pressure on him.
ROUND TRANSFER
Manchester City and Lionel Messi will erase all sports payments with a deal of 623 million pounds for the legend of Barcelona on the run.
This is the saga’s greatest dramatic claim to the 33-year-old, Barca continues to insist that he cannot leave and hopes to make his contract bigger beyond next summer.
Messi’s astonishing gesture overshadowed the latest news about Jadon Sancho, Chelsea’s 90 million-pound Kai Havertz goal, Gabriel Magalhaes’ arrival at Arsenal at 27 million pounds from Lille and Manchester United, but winning a 40 million shot for Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek.
Record Sport said Messi had agreed on the terms of a five-year contract with Etihad worth 700 million euros (623 million pounds), making the Argentine superstar the paid user in the sport’s history.
This equates to 14,200 euros consistent with the hour, 341,000 euros consistent with the day and 10.4 million euros consistent with the month.
Meanwhile, City’s neighbors, United, will abandon Jadon Sancho if he publicly declares that he needs to remain at Borussia Dortmund.
And Dutchman Van de Beek is close to joining this week, Old Trafford coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would still like three other players: a centre-back, a right winger and a striker.
At St.Bridge, coach Frank Lampard believes 21-year-old German striker with seven internationals Havertz is about to outperform Hakim Ziyech, Timo Werner, Ben Chilwell, Malang Sarr and Thiago Silva.
And while Arsenal may fight back behind Brazilian central defender Gabriel despite everything signed, the Gunners may be concerned as PSG looks to right-back Hector Bellerin for £ 30m.
RODRIGUEZ ‘ACCEPTS EVERTON OFFER 3 YEARS’
Everton is about to announce James Rodriguez’s surprise signing, he reports.
The Colombian reportedly reached an agreement for three years after lengthy talks with his former boss, Carlo Ancelotti.
Real Madrid is believed to have accepted an estimated offer of around 22 million pounds.
Boss Zinedine Zidane in a position to make money when Rodriguez entered the final year of his contract.
Ancelotti is an admirer of the 29-year-old who controlled him at Los Blancos and Bayern Munich.
The MESSI BRISERA ALL RECORDS offer
Lionel Messi would have reached a record deal of 623 million pounds to sign for Manchester City.
The 33-year-old has a project to force his exit from Barcelona after submitting an application.
According to Record Sport, Messi has agreed on monetary terms in a five-year contract totaling 700 million euros (623 million pounds).
The deal would make the Argentine the highest paid user in the history of the sport.
This equates to 14,200 euros consistent with the hour, 341,000 euros consistent with the day and 10.4 million euros consistent with the month.
Messi is expected to spend three seasons at Etihad before joining Major League Soccer New York City FC for two years.
PSG CONFIDENT LANDING HECTOR
PSG has submitted a $30 million bid for Hector Bellerin and is about to reach an agreement, according to reports.
Both clubs have been stalled for weeks in negotiations, with Arsenal in a position to face the Spaniard.
Bellerin, 25, is the goal of the French champions to upgrade Thomas Meunier to Borussia Dortmund on a loose transfer.
Although the right-back is not on Mikel Arteta’s list of movements, he is open to fundraising for other areas of the field.
The Guardian says the PSG has filed two five hundred million pounds plus five million pounds more.
Bellerin is satisfied in London, but would be open to a new challenge if Arsenal settles for the offer, adds The Athletic.
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