Nothing can dampen the never-ending nature of transfer talk. Here’s a look at the wildest rumors that made the rounds this week.
Messi hysteria alerts football’s elite
Lionel Messi‘s apparent desire to leave Barcelona has sparked reported interest from football’s upper crust. However, the Catalan side argue a clause in the Argentine’s contract approving a unilateral termination of his deal expired in June. Otherwise, Messi’s €700-million release clause remains.
Expect a legal battle, with Messi’s camp saying the clause should extend through August due to the coronavirus pandemic. Nevertheless, ESPN UK says Manchester City are crunching the numbers on a three-year deal for Messi that would include a quick stop at MLS side New York City FC.
Elsewhere, TyC Sports says Paris Saint-Germain could offer Messi better wages than City. The Daily Mail reckons Liverpool‘s Sadio Mane could replace Messi at Barca because the Senegalese footballer played under Ronald Koeman at Southampton. Well, if that isn’t reason enough.
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Via:: The Score La Liga