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Paul Pogba Rejected Contract Extension With United Over Winter

Mar 31, 2019 7:17 PM

Paul Pogba's camp rejected Manchester United's attempts to negotiate a contract extension in January, further adding fuel to rumors of an imminent move to Real Madrid this summer.

Zinedine Zidane has publicly praised Poga's ability in press conferences. 

Pogba's agent Mina Raiola has reportedly assured Real Madrid that a transfer for Pogba would be easier than one for Kylian Mbappe.

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Zinedine Zidane: 'I Like Pogba A Lot'

Mar 30, 2019 3:24 PM

Zinedine Zidane stated his admiration for Paul Pogba, although he added that he is still a Manchester United player.

"I like Pogba a lot and that's not something new, as I know him personally. He is different and he contributes things that few can do, as he knows how to attack and defend. However, he is not my player and he is a Manchester United player and we have to respect that," said Zidane.

Zidane then discussed rumors surrounding Kylian Mbappe.

"We can't say what Mbappe is worth, as that is something defined by the clubs. When I arrived at Real Madrid the cost of my transfer was 70 million euros and it was crazy and now look where we are going. We know what a player he is, but he is not my player and I will not speak out of respect for my players and the clubs."

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Tags: Real Madrid, Transfer Rumor

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Ander Herrera Reportedly Offered 3-Year Contract By PSG

Mar 29, 2019 1:46 PM

Ander Herrera is seeking a move to PSG once his Manchester United contract expires this summer, according to sources.

The 29-year-old Herrera, who was looking to re-sign with United, has reportedly been offered a 3-year contract with PSG.

PSG are looking at Herrera to replace the departing Adrien Rabiot.

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Tags: Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain, Transfer Rumor

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Manchester United Have Been Scouting Chucky Lozano Since Pachuca

Mar 29, 2019 1:43 PM

Pachuca president Jesus Martinez claims that Manchester United have been scouting Chucky Lozano since he was 16 years old.

"What I can say and guarantee is that Hirving has had a Manchester United scout watching him since he was 16. They have his whole record. They have everything: videos, goals, behaviour, qualifications. They are one of the clubs with the best scouts and professionals in that area," said Martinez.

The 23-year-old Lozano, now at PSV, has become one of the most sought after wingers in European football.

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Barcelona Executives Split Over Signing Antoine Griezmann

Mar 29, 2019 1:38 PM

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu is interested in signing Antoine Griezmann, leading to a split between him and other club executives.

Pep Segura and Eric Abidal are among those arguing against Griezmann's signing.

Griezmann would reportedly take a pay cut to join Barcelona.

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Tags: Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Transfer Rumor

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Barcelona Rule Out Move For Antoine Griezmann

Mar 26, 2019 7:25 PM

Barcelona are no longer interested in signing Antoine Griezmann over the summer, preferring a young option in attack.

Griezmann almost joined Barcelona last summer, but chose to re-sign with Atletico Madrid instead. The Barcelona board did not know of Griezmann's decision first-hand.

Barcelona are now looking to sign Luka Jovic this summer.

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Tags: Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, Eintracht Frankfurt, Transfer Rumor

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Report: Kylian Mbappe Will Request Transfer From PSG To Real Madrid

Mar 28, 2019 8:30 AM

Eduardo Inda reports Kylian Mbappe has told Zinedine Zidane he is ready to submit a transfer request to Paris Saint-Germain in order to move to Real Madrid.

Inda also reports Real Madrid could include James Rodriguez and Isco as part of a transfer for Mbappe.

Isco had been a fringe player for Real Madrid under Santiago Solari, and it was anticipated he'd be back as a regular with Zidane, but now he could be used as a makeweight.

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Tags: Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, Misc Rumor, Transfer Rumor

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Ajax To Sign Razvan Marin To Replace Frenkie De Jong

Mar 26, 2019 7:41 AM

Ajax will sign Razvan Marin to replace Frenkie de Jong for €12 million. Ajax signed De Jong to Barcelona for €86 million.

Ruud Vormer of Belgian club Brugge, compared Marin to De Jong and highlighted the Romanian midfielder’s versatility.

"Frenkie has a great dribble,” he said. “It's one of his weapons. Marin runs much less with the ball. He's one of the best in the Belgian league, he can play both six and eight.”

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Zinedine Zidane Targeting Sadio Mane For Summer Transfer

Mar 25, 2019 6:22 PM

Zinedine Zidane has reportedly added Sadio Mane to his summer wishlist.

France Football reported that the 26-year-old striker had an agreement with Real Madrid in place last summer, though the deal did not go through following Zidane's departure.

Liverpool bought Mane for $46.97 million in 2016.

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Real Madrid Preparing $317M Offer To PSG For Kylian Mbappe

Mar 25, 2019 4:24 PM

According to France Football, Real Madrid are preparing a €280 million ($317 million) offer to Paris Saint-Germain for Kylian Mbappe.

Real Madrid pursued Mbappe in 2017, but Monaco sold him to PSG.

Zinedine Zidane was recently asked about Mbappe and Neymar.

"You know I have a policy of only talking about my own players. I'm aware of these players (Mbappé and Neymar) and the quality the each possess but my focus is on this game and nothing more," said Zidane.

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Tags: Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, Misc Rumor, Transfer Rumor

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Benfica Seeking $226M Release Clause For Joao Felix
Joao Felix has been linked with Manchester United, Juventus, Barcelona and Real Madrid.

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Nike To Help Pay Frenkie De Jong's Salary At Barcelona
Nike has asked De Jong to use his first name on the back of his Barcelona jersey.

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Dani Alves Agrees To One-Year Extension With Paris Saint-Germain
Dani Alves was seeking a two-year extension, but PSG held firm on their offer of one season.

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Ander Herrera Remains Interested In United Extension
Ander Herrera has received interest from Paris Saint-Germain.

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Barcelona Open To Selling Philippe Coutinho
Manchester United and Chelsea have been linked with a move for Philippe Coutinho.

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Manchester City Close To $91M Deal With Atleti For Saul
Pep Guardiola views Saul as the long-term replacement for Fernandinho.

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PSG Won't Sell Neymar, Kylian Mbappe To Real Madrid
PSG have received assurances from the camps of Neymar and Kylian Mbappe that they will not agitate for a move this summer.

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United Has No Interested In Gareth Bale
Gareth Bale is now 29 and United's recruitment plans are focused on younger players.

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Antoine Griezmann Reportedly Looking To Leave Atletico Madrid
Griezmann signed a new deal with Atletico Madrid last summer.

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Zinedine Zidane Says He'd Love To Coach Kylian Mbappe
Zidane has yet to ask Florentino Perez to sign Mbappe.

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Real Madrid Signs Eder Militao From Porto For $56.5M
Eder Militao is a 21-year-old Brazilian center back who can also play at right back and as a defensive midfielder.

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Eden Hazard Determined To Join Real Madrid Following Zidane Return
Real Madrid has finally formalized their pursuit of Eden Hazard.

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Ilkay Gundogan Looking For A 'Fresh Challenge' Next Season
Gundogan added that he was another 2-3 years left to play at the top level.

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Sporting Kansas City Signs Gedion Zelalem From Arsenal
Gedion Zelalem joined Arsenal's academy at age 15.

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Toronto FC Signs Alejando Pozuelo As Third Designated Player
Reports have put the transfer fee as high as $11 million with Alejandro Pozuelo.

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Neymar: Any Player Would Want To Play For Real Madrid
Neymar declined to rule out a potential move to Real Madrid while insisting he's happy with Paris Saint-Germain.

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