Kick Off: Neymar-to-Barca 'heats up'; Man City avoid FIFA transfer ban

Welcome to All Football's Kick Off, we bring you all important news in the past 24 hours. Make sure you do not miss out.

TOP HEADLINES

PSG accept Coutinho and agree to add him into Neymar's transfer deal (RMC)

Neymar's future has been much discussed in the last few days, with both Barcelona and Real Madrid desperate to sign the Paris Saint-Germain forward, but reports in France now state that he is close to a sensational return to Barcelona.

Man City avoid FIFA transfer ban after breaching rules

Manchester City have avoided a transfer ban from FIFA after relating to the international transfer and registration of players under the age of 18.

Ronaldo insists he has won UCL trophies with different clubs but Messi NOT

Cristiano Ronaldo ignites a flame that had been extinguished for days. The Portuguese spoke in the documentary “The Making Of” by DAZN about the difference between him and Lionel Messi and again compared to the Argentine star.

TRANSFER NEWS

OFFCIAL: Bayern sign Inter's Perisic on one-year loan deal with a buy-out option

FC Bayern have signed Croatia international Ivan Perišić from Inter. The two clubs have agreed a one-year loan deal until 30 June 2020, with the option for FC Bayern to sign the player on a permanent deal after that.

Dembele is not for sale as Barca value him more than €200m (MD)

According to Mundo Deportivo, Dembele is not for sale and he is valued at minimum 200 million euros for his youth and enormous talent

Barcelona offer Rakitic, Coutinho plus €100m for Neymar (ESPN)

According to ESPN FC sources, Barca are prepared to offer as much as €100 million with Philippe Coutinho and Ivan Rakitic -- who Barca will need to convince in order to make the switch -- included as part of the deal.

Neymar's father 'forces him to join Madrid despite his desire of Barca return'

According to the Spanish newspaper El Pais, Neymar wants to return to Barcelona to reunite with friends Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez, but his father wants him to join Real Madrid. 

Man Utd willing to pay Sanchez to play for Roma (Sun)

The Premier League transfer window has closed, but the rest of Europe remains open for business. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Manchester United are desperate to get rid of striker Alexis Sanchez and are prepared to pay Roma to take the Chilean on loan, according to the Sun.

Barca director Abidal heading to Paris for potential Neymar transfer (Sky)

According to Sky Sports, The Barça delegation that is heading to Paris for Neymar is formed by director Abidal, board member Bordas and Cury.

Barca offer THREE proposals for Neymar deal & PSG have ruled out one (RAC1)

According to RAC 1, the entourage of Neymar is optimistic about the Brazilian's transfer to Barca after the meeting today. They value the proposal of the club.

THESE THINGS HAPPEN

Huge blow! Lampard comfirms Kante was INJURED AGAIN ahead of Super Cup clash

Lampard reports N'Golo Kante picked up a small injury on Sunday and is being assessed. 

Sanchez left fuming after bust-up with Utd starlet Greenwood in training (Sun)

Alexis Sanchez was apparently left fuming after clashing with youngster Mason Greenwood while on Manchester United's pre-season tour.

Just coincidence? Neymar meets Ronaldo's mother at the concert in Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo's mother uploaded pictures with PSG outcast Neymar on her instagram. It seems like they had a good time at Neymar's friend Paula Fernandes' concert.

'This is why we play' - Pogba sends a warm message to Chelsea new boy Pulisic

Manchester United & Chelsea faced each other in their game opener to the Premier League 2019-20 season. Pogba and Pulisic left a polaroid for the books.

Neymar travels to Portugal to see concert of his friends

Neymar travels to Portugal to watch the concert of his friends in Portugal and he sends a video on Instagram.

Alisson & Lovren NOT included in Liverpool squad for UEFA Super Cup vs Chelsea

Liverpool have named a 23-man travelling squad for Wednesday's UEFA Super Cup tie against Chelsea.

Barcelona 'have asked for medical reports on Neymar's ankle injury'

Before a move for Neymar can move forward, FC Barcelona don't want to leave any stone unturned and have asked for medical advice regarding Neymar's troublesome ankle injury.

Suarez and De Ligt now & then: Two world-class players share the same roots

Here is an incredible picture of Matthijs de Ligt and Luis Suarez during the latter's Ajax times.

Man City's hat-trick hero Raheem Sterling named All Football Player of the Week

Man City forward Raheem Sterling has been named All Football Player of the Week.

WHAT THEY SAY

Ronaldo: I consider myself a complete player

Cristiano Ronaldo talked about the 'complete player'  when he was interviewed by DAZN.

'I wanted No. 7 jersey!' - New Juventus signing Danilo relishing Ronaldo reunion

Despite failing in his light-hearted bid to steal the striker's trademark number, Danilo cannot wait to meet up once more with his old Madrid friend

Lampard: Messi is the most incredible player

Frank Lampard considers Lionel Messi to be “the most incredible player” and his toughest opponent.

Pedro: Ramos and Van Dijk are the best two centre-backs in the world

There is always debate over who the best centre-back in the world is and Pedro Rodriguez was asked to select between Sergio Ramos and Virgil van Dijk.

AF COLUMNS & IN-DEPTH

Which players have made the BEST and WORST XIs of EPL opening weekend?

It’s safe to say there were some standout performers at the weekend, but of course, there were also some equally low-grade displays. So, which players have made the first best and worst XIs of the 2019/20 Premier League season?

6 successful managerial stints that started with defeats... Cheer up Lampard!

Cheer up Frank Lampard! These managers had losing starts too, but some of them did alright at their clubs in the end...

VIDEO OF THE DAY

The difference between England and Italy? Lukaku only eating SALAD now!

FIXTURES OF THE DAY (CET)

UEFA Super Cup

21:00  Liverpool vs Chelsea