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Pau Victor: Barcelona's long-term Robert Lewandowski replacement lighting up Blaugrana's pre-season

Pau Victor: Barcelona's long-term Robert Lewandowski replacement lighting up Blaugrana's pre-season

Getty Thomas Hindle AnalysisBarcelonaPau VictorLaLigaFEATURESBarcelona vs AC Milan Having joined on a five-year deal in July, the 22-year-old has already usurped Vitor Roque in the pecking order in Catalunya Robert Lewandowski can't last forever. New Barcelona manager Hansi Flick may be able to get some new life out of the soon-to-be 36-year-old, but the Blaugrana,…

Barcelona dealt blow in Dani Olmo pursuit with RB Leipzig holding firm on demands for Euro 2024 star

Barcelona dealt blow in Dani Olmo pursuit with RB Leipzig holding firm on demands for Euro 2024 star

(C)Getty Images Ritabrata Banerjee BarcelonaDani OlmoTransfersRB LeipzigLaLigaBundesliga RB Leipzig have informed Barcelona that they will not let Dani Olmo leave unless their demand of €60m (£53m/$65m) is met. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below RB Leipzig stand firm on their demand Barcelona unlikely to increase their offer Olmo wants a move to…

Julian Alvarez set for showdown talks with Man City amid PSG and Atletico Madrid transfer interest

Julian Alvarez set for showdown talks with Man City amid PSG and Atletico Madrid transfer interest

Getty Images Ritabrata Banerjee Julian AlvarezManchester CityTransfersParis Saint-GermainAtletico Madrid Julian Alvarez's agent will meet Manchester City officials to discuss about the Argentine's future at Etihad Stadium. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Alvarez's agent set to meet Man City officials PSG and Atletico remain interested in signing Argentine wants more game time…

Alfie May's dream summer continues after transfer to Tom Brady's Birmingham as ex-Charlton striker leads nominees for 2023-24 PFA League One Player of the Year

Alfie May's dream summer continues after transfer to Tom Brady's Birmingham as ex-Charlton striker leads nominees for 2023-24 PFA League One Player of the Year

Getty Images Ritabrata Banerjee BirminghamLeague OneCharlton Athletic Former Charlton Athletic striker Alfie May is in contention to clinch the 2023-24 PFA League One Player of the Year award. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Alfie nominated for League One Player of the Season award Joined Birmingham City last month Won League One…

Nico Williams decision suggests Spain Euro 2024 hero is prepared to stay at Athletic Club as Barcelona transfer pursuit falls flat

Nico Williams decision suggests Spain Euro 2024 hero is prepared to stay at Athletic Club as Barcelona transfer pursuit falls flat

Getty Fred Garratt-Stanley Aston Villa vs Athletic ClubAston VillaAthletic ClubClub Friendlies Athletic Club star Nico Williams has re-joined the Bilbao side early for pre-season, suggesting that he's staying put for the 2024-25 campaign. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Williams returns to pre-season training early Barca transfer falls flat Athletic Club likely…

Makhaula tips Mofokeng to captain Orlando Pirates but insists 'season is going to be difficult & hard for Bafana international'

Makhaula tips Mofokeng to captain Orlando Pirates but insists 'season is going to be difficult & hard for Bafana international'

Backpage Seth Willis Premier Soccer LeagueOrlando PiratesRelebohile MofokengMakhehlene Makhaula The Bucs winger has been tipped to help the Soweto giants realise their objective in the new campaign. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Mofokeng has been delivering at Bucs His future for club & country is bright Makhaula makes case Click here…

Jude Bellingham in hot water? Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti reveals he 'got angry' after England star BLANKED his phone call but picked up for Vinicius Jr

Jude Bellingham in hot water? Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti reveals he 'got angry' after England star BLANKED his phone call but picked up for Vinicius Jr

Getty Fred Garratt-Stanley Jude BellinghamReal MadridCarlo AncelottiReal Madrid vs ChelseaChelseaClub Friendlies Jude Bellingham may be in trouble with Carlo Ancelotti after he blanked the Real Madrid manager's phone call. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Ancelotti tried to contact Bellingham Had to do so via Vinicius Jr Madrid defeated by Barca on…

VIDEO: Puskas Award incoming?! Lanus' Walter Bou scores OUTRAGEOUS 90th-minute overhead kick winning goal against Tigre from insane distance in Argentine league

VIDEO: Puskas Award incoming?! Lanus' Walter Bou scores OUTRAGEOUS 90th-minute overhead kick winning goal against Tigre from insane distance in Argentine league

GETTY/ ESPN Fred Garratt-Stanley LanusLiga ProfesionalTigre Walter Bou has marked himself out as a potential Puskas Award contender with an unbelievable strike for Lanus against Tigre. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Bou scored 90th-minute overhead kick His strike gave Lanus 3-2 win Scored in Argentine Primera Division 2nd phase

Chelsea land ANOTHER Brazilian starlet! Gabriel Mec follows Estevao Willian in signing pre-agreement as Blues strike £20.5m deal with Gremio

Chelsea land ANOTHER Brazilian starlet! Gabriel Mec follows Estevao Willian in signing pre-agreement as Blues strike £20.5m deal with Gremio

@ gabriel_mec__ Instagram Fred Garratt-Stanley ChelseaGremioTransfersBrazilPremier LeagueEnzo Maresca Teenage Brazilian starlet Gabriel Mec has secured a big-money move to Chelsea, with the Blues set to pay up to £20.5 million ($26m). Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Chelsea sign Gremio's Gabriel Mec 16-year-old Brazilian follows Estevao Willian Costs the Blues €24m Article…

'I couldn't even put my socks on' – Wrexham talisman Paul Mullin opens up on chronic back problems after undergoing surgery on spinal injury

'I couldn't even put my socks on' – Wrexham talisman Paul Mullin opens up on chronic back problems after undergoing surgery on spinal injury

Getty Images Fred Garratt-Stanley WrexhamPaul MullinWrexham vs WycombeLeague One Paul Mullin has revealed the extreme pain he endured while playing with a spinal injury last season for Wrexham. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Mullin played on through injury Forced to take painkillers Eventually had spinal surgery this summer Article continues below