Newells Old Boys, not in Messi’s immediate plans?
Where will Lionel Messi play next season? While The Parisian announced that the 2022 world champion could formalize his choice after Bayern-PSG (March 8), Sport indicates that he is not expected to join Newells Old Boys anytime soon. In addition to PSG, which is trying to extend it, Inter Miami and Barça would dream of enlisting it.
- Our opinion : It would be nice to see Lionel Messi in the Argentine championship, but we will surely have to wait.
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Keita, a return to basics
Everything suggests that the future of Naby Keita will be written far from Liverpool. The Guinean midfielder is out of contract next summer and the trend is not for an extension. The English club offered nothing on the table to the player, often hampered by injuries. According to Sky Sports Germany, a return to his former club RB Leipzig is in the air. Another Bundesliga club, Borussia Dortmund, is also interested.
- Our opinion : Arrived in Liverpool preceded by a flattering reputation, Naby Keita was never able to fully express his potential. A return to basics could do him the greatest good.
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Barca hold Busquets successor
The suspense is still total. Will Sergio Busquets extend his contract with FC Barcelona for a year? The Spanish international is free next summer, and the culé club is actively looking for a replacement solution in the event of the departure of its sentry. Proposed by Jorge Mendes, the name of Manuel Ugarte, Uruguayan midfielder playing at Sporting Portugal, is mentioned. According Sport, the player is well targeted by the Catalan club, but Xavi would not be a big fan. Case to follow.
- Our opinion : Reputed to be hard-working, Ugarte’s profile was more suited to a Premier League club. This is good since it would be on the shelves of Wolverhampton and Tottenham.
… and listen to the offers for Kessié
Arrived free from AC Milan, Franck Kessié has not yet convinced under the tunic of FC Barcelona. Tossed from one position to another, according to the absences of the holders, the Ivorian international struggles to obtain continuity in the eleven of Xavi. The solution could be a departure. Exactly, according to Sport, Antonio Conte, coach of Tottenham, would be very interested in the Ivorian. With a good rating on the market, Kessié could allow Barça to collect a precious envelope to strengthen for next season.
- Our opinion : Even if things have been better for a few weeks, the Kessié-Barcelona alloy does not work. A departure from the Ivorian would suit both parties.
A return to PSG
Landed on loan at the Old Lady, Leandro Paredes, crowned world champion since with Argentina, will probably return to Paris at the end of the season. The former Boca Juniors did not convince Massimiliano Allegri, the Turin coach, who is actively looking for a replacement solution.
- Our opinion : Intermittent and disappointing at Juve, Paredes no longer has the makings of a starter in a big European team. Paris could consider lending it again.
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Extensions in shambles at Inter
Far behind Napoli, Inter is having a more than honorable 2022/2023 financial year. Second in Serie A, the Nerazzurri see further and have decided to renew the lease of certain executives. For Hakan Çalhanoglu, the agreement has already been reached (until 2026). Concerning Edin Dzeko and Stefan De Vrij, economic considerations remain to be studied. Finally, the next target of the Milan management is Alessandro Bastoni, whose contract ends in June 2024, as confirmed by the Gazzetta dello Sport. Discussions have already started between the interist club and the player’s agent, Tullio Tinti.
- Our opinion : Despite financial concerns, Inter wants to remain competitive and this necessarily requires continuity in its workforce.
Danilo fills in at Juventus
Juventus retains one of its soldiers. While she saw Europe move away after the affair of the withdrawal of points, the Piedmontese formation will still be able to count on Danilo (31 years old) in the coming seasons. The Brazilian international defender (49 caps) has signed a new lease until 2025 with the Bianconeri.
- Our opinion : The Old Lady secures one of her pillars. A good omen before the relaunch operation next season.
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