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Thursday 29 March

Ceballos to Liverpool

Real Madrid star Dani Ceballos will only join Liverpool if the Reds meet the La Liga giants’ asking price, reports say.

Liverpool are again being tipped to rescue Ceballos from his Real Madrid nightmare come the end of the season.

The Spaniard moved to the Bernabeu from Real Betis back in the summer, snubbing a move to Barcelona along the way.

But that decision has backfired with Ceballos struggling for game time under Zinedine Zidane.

Liverpool have been tipped to snap the Real Madrid player up as a replacement for Emre Can, but the Daily Mail say the Reds face a fight to lure Ceballos to Merseyside.

Real supposedly still rate the midfielder, who will press for a move away in the summer, and they may let him go on loan, or demand a huge fee to let him go.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp supposedly feels he could compliment Naby Keita in the middle of the park.

Yet the Daily Mail say the Reds are unwilling to pay Real the transfer fee they crave.

Madrid are reluctant to let him go for cheap, meaning he may be allowed to go out on loan.

Martial talks

Anthony Martial has reportedly spoken to Juventus star Blaise Matuidi about joining the Serie A champions.

According to Italian outlet Tuttosport, Martial has been speaking to Matuidi about life in Italy.

It is claimed Matuidi has used the international break to convince Martial to move to Turin.

The report says Martial has been a long-term target for Juventus officials Beppe Marotta and Fabio Paratici.

Neymar could snub Real Madrid for United!

PSG talisman Neymar is seriously considering whether to snub Real Madrid for Manchester United come the summer, reports claim.

Real Madrid have made PSG star Neymar their No 1 transfer target for the summer window.

Reports have claimed Manchester United also have an interest in the 26-year-old, who only joined PSG from Barcelona back in August.

And Spanish outlet Diario Gol say Neymar is now seriously considering a move to United in a transfer that would shock the footballing world.

The Brazil international is said to have an offer from Jose Mourinho’s men on the table.

Al-Sahlawi trains with United

Saudi Arabia striker Mohammad Al-Sahlawi is set to spend three weeks training with Manchester United.

The arrangement is part of a commercial agreement between United and sporting authorities in Saudi Arabia.

"It was agreed with Manchester United for Mohammed Al-Sahlawi to join for a training programme for three weeks, may God benefit him," Turki Al-Sheikh, chairman of the General Sports Authority of Saudi Arabia said.

Al-Sahlawi, 31, has scored 26 goals in 33 international appearances and wants to sharpen up before this summer's World Cup in Russia.

Barcelona to launch Willian bid

Barcelona are reportedly set to launch a bid for Chelsea star Willian after learning about Manchester United’s desire to sign the Brazilian.

Barcelona are set to add to their squad and Chelsea forward Willian has emerged as a target.

The Brazil international has enjoyed a solid season at Stamford Bridge despite not always being a regular in Antonio Conte’s side.

United are set to renew their interest in Willian at the end of the season as Jose Mourinho hunts reinforcements, but Spanish outlet Don Balon say Barcelona are primed to launch a bid for the Chelsea star.

The La Liga giants continue to be linked with Atletico’s Antoine Griezmann.

However, they face a fight to land the France star with Manchester United and Real Madrid also sniffing about.

Willian, Don Balon claim, is viewed as a cheaper alternative by the Barcelona hierarchy.

Yet Ernesto Valverde’s side are also aware of United’s interest.

Jose Mourinho managed the player during his time at Chelsea, with the duo striking up a close bond, and a reunion could be on the cards given United’s need for new signings.

Max Meyer boost

Liverpool have received a major boost in their pursuit of Schalke star Max Meyer.

The Reds along with Premier League rivals Liverpool and Tottenham, have frequently been linked with the highly-rated 22-year-old.

And the trio will be thrilled with the latest developments.

Goal claim the Germany international has decided NOT to enter contract extension talks.

And Schalke have been forced to accept that their talented midfielder, whose contract expires in June, will be leaving.

Schalke's Sporting Director Christian Heidel told reporters on Meyer’s future: "At the moment we can and must expect that Max leaves the club in the summer. Everything suggests that.

"At the moment there is no offer from us and no wish from Max to have a conversation again."

Gracia: Doucoure should stick with Watford

Javi Gracia has challenged Abdoulaye Doucoure to resist a summer switch to the Premier League's top six and fulfil his European dream with Watford.

Manchester United, Tottenham, Liverpool and Arsenal have all been linked with a mega-money swoop for the Frenchman who has impressed at Vicarage Road this season.

Doucoure, 25, admitted earlier this week that it would be a dream to play for Liverpool and feature in the Champions League.

But Gracia believes the midfielder should complete his lofty ambitions by leading Watford's assault on securing European football next season.

"Doucoure is playing for a very big team, and playing in the Premier League, and in the future I would like him to play with Watford in Europe," Gracia said.

"Maybe in the future he can play with other big clubs who play in the Champions League.

"But what I feel at this moment is that all of our players are proud to belong at this club. They are concentrated on the next match and trying to put the team as high in the table as possible."