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Barcelona chief admits signing Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho will be "difficult" because he has no release clause
Liverpool Echo "Barcelona sporting director Robert Fernandez admits his club faces an uphill battle to sign Liverpool’s Philippe Coutinho because he doesn’t have a release clause. The Reds are braced for a third bid for the Brazil international having already rejected offers of £72million and £90million from..." August 18
Diego Costa defies Chelsea and plans to fly to Madrid to force Atletico deal
The Telegraph "Diego Costa plans to continue his Chelsea exile in Madrid in his latest attempt to try to force through a return to Atletico. Striker Costa released a statement on Thursday reiterating the fact he will not return to Chelsea, despite the club ordering him back to their Cobham training..." August 18
Man City table £60m bid for Arsenal ace Alexis Sanchez as Real Madrid circle
Daily Star "MANCHESTER CITY have tabled £60m for Arsenal star Alexis Sanchez - but Real Madrid are sniffing around. That’s according to Spanish news outlet Don Balon who say City are still firmly in the hunt for the Chilean. It’s suggested Real are monitoring his availability. However, the La Liga..." August 17
Barcelona move a step closer to Ousmane Dembele deal as he packs bags in Dortmund
The Express "BARCELONA are moving closer to securing a deal for Ousmane Dembele as he packed his bags in Dortmund. The France winger is Barcelona’s top target to try and fill the gap left by Neymar’s £198m move to PSG. Barcelona are also hoping to land Liverpool’s Philippe Coutinho with that move now..." August 17
Tottenham chief Daniel Levy says Dele Alli won’t be sold even for £150m
The Sun "TOTTENHAM have told Barcelona and Manchester City they will not sell Dele Alli — even for £150million. Spurs chairman Daniel Levy has made it clear 21-year-old Alli — regarded as one of the best young players in the world — is not for sale at any price. And with Neymar moving to PSG for..." August 17
Diego Costa in limbo: Atletico Madrid may keep out of the striker's ugly break-up with Chelsea
Daily Mail "Atletico Madrid are reluctant to enter the ugly row between Diego Costa and Chelsea, leaving the striker sweating on a dream return to Spain. The bad blood between Costa and the Premier League champions took an explosive turn this week following Sportsmail's world-exclusive interview with the..." August 16
Neymar replacement: Barcelona have £90m bid for Ousmane Dembele accepted - report
The Express "BARCELONA have reportedly agreed a £90million fee with Borussia Dortmund for Ousmane Dembele. Barcelona are desperate to fill the void left behind by Neymar, who joined Paris Saint-Germain for a world-record fee of £198million. Dembele is currently suspended by Dortmund after he skipped..." August 15
Marco Asensio demands emergency talks with Real Madrid following interest from Gunners
The Sun "REAL MADRID starlet Marco Asensio has requested ’emergency talks’ with the club following interest from Arsenal. The 21-year-old attacking midfielder is one of the hottest properties in Europe, but is desperately seeking clarification over his future at the Bernabeu. According to Spanish..." August 15
Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo suspended five games for ref push vs. Barcelona
CBS Sports "Cristiano Ronaldo of Real Madrid has been suspended for five matches following his actions towards a referee in Sunday's Spanish Super Cup first leg against Barcelona. The veteran attacker was shown two yellow cards -- which resulted in a red -- before pushing the referee in the back on his way..." August 14
Sergi Roberto to Man Utd: Red Devils ready to match Barcelona star's £36.5m release clause
The Express "MANCHESTER UNITED are willing to match Sergi Roberto's release clause if the midfielder pushes for the Barcelona exit door. Sergi Roberto is reportedly unsettled at Barcelona and is unhappy with the arrival of former Tottenham midfielder Paulinho. The 25-year-old feels his opportunities in..." August 14
Everton boss Ronald Koeman to consider Gareth Barry exit if players asks to leave
Liverpool Echo "Ronald Koeman wants to keep Gareth Barry at Everton this season - but hinted he wouldn’t stand in his way if he asked to leave. A number of clubs have been linked with showing interest in the veteran midfielder this summer. Koeman remains keen on keeping “great professional” Barry as part of..." August 14

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