Kick Off: UK open door for PL return in June; Juve would swap Dybala for Neymar

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Top headlines

UK Government confirm Premier League CAN return in June if safety guaranteed

Government ministers have cleared the way for Premier League action to begin again in June following the coronavirus shutdown of sport - but only if authorities are able to guarantee the safety of players, coaches and staff.

Clattenburg admits error: Madrid's first goal in 2016 UCL final was offside

Mark Clattenburg has acknowledged that he wrongfully awarded Real Madrid's opening goal in their 2016 Champions League final win over Atletico Madrid at the Stadio San Siro.

These things happen

📽️ A legendary story! Animation film of Messi's life 'Heart of an L10' released

Whilst few would go as far to say just when it will end, it's obvious that Barcelona captain Lionel Messi is entering the twilight years of his career, and an animated cartoon film of his life has been released, entitled 'Heart of an L10'.

7 Man Utd players with most to prove when training resumes next week

Man Utd players will return to training at staggered times next week as the club prepares for the possible resumption of the season. Here's a look at the players who have the most to prove back at Carrington.

Here we go again! Icardi shares sexy snapshot with wife-agent Wanda

Mauro Icardi once again takes up his Instagram account to share sensual snapshot with Wanda.

Anthony Joshua is UK's second richest young athlete after Bale

Anthony Joshua is reportedly the second richest young sports star in the United Kingdom after Gareth Bale.

Transfer rumours

Neymar & Mbappe both to stay at PSG despite Barca & Madrid links (L'Equipe)

According to L'Equipe, PSG's star duo will remain at the Parc des Princes this summer due to the adjusted market as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Juventus 'want to sign Neymar' and is willing to offer Dybala in exchange

Neymar has been heavily linked with a return to Barcelona, but reports have now emerged that Juventus are keen to pair the Paris Saint-Germain forward with Cristiano Ronaldo.

Lautaro asks Inter to 'only consider offers from Barcelona'

Lautaro Martinez has told Inter Milan to not consider any approaches from Manchester City or PSG as he has his heart set on Barcelona, according to reports in Spain.

Juventus target Jorginho & Pjanic swap deal with Chelsea in summer (Sky Sport)

Juventus want to sign Chelsea midfielder Jorginho in a swap deal for Miralem Pjanic.

Juventus tell Barcelona they will not let De Ligt leave the club (Sport)

Juventus have made their stance clear on Matthijs de Ligt. They consider him non-transferrable and will not include him in any negotiations with Barcelona. They consider him a sure bet for the future.

Man Utd identify Rabbi Matondo as back-up transfer target for Jadon Sancho (MEN)

Manchester United are monitoring Schalke winger Rabbi Matondo as a possible back-up target for Jadon Sancho.

Column and analysis

Sane, Lautaro, Werner, Pjanic... 6 best-placed deals ahead of the summer window

So many doubts still hang over the economic environment due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, and most seasons around Europe still need to be finished as well.

Kahn, Wenger, Klose...  5 greatest acts of sportsmanship in football history

There is a lot of room for gamesmanship in football at the highest levels; sportsmanship, not so much. It is expected that the athletes who put their lives on the line to bring glory to their teams would straddle the thin line between white and black with no misgivings.

Numbers Battle Episode 15: Who is the best No.9 under the age of 30?

Hello AFers, Welcome to our column 'Numbers Battle'. We select the elite players based on each shirt number for AFers to decide the best.

What they say

‘Barcelona are pulling Guardiola back home’

Pep Guardiola is being pulled “home” by Barcelona and there is a “good chance” the coach will leave Manchester City in the near future, claims former winger Trevor Sinclair.

'Did you play alone at Camp Nou?' Puyol & Pique joke about Casillas' post

Iker Casillas wished his followers a good night on Wednesday and couldn't have expected the reaction his post caused.

Chelsea won't be put off Coutinho by injury, says Rivaldo

Chelsea will not have been put off Philippe Coutinho by the Brazilian’s recent injury issues, says Rivaldo, but there remains no guarantee that he will be on the move in the next transfer window.

'Barcelona have been poor since Neymar and Iniesta left'

Neymar has been a dream for Barcelona ever since he left the Camp Nou for Paris Saint-Germain, but the Catalans know that the Brazilian carries baggage.

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