Kick Off: Real Madrid earmark €300m for Neymar swoop; De Bruyne out for three months

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TOP HEADLINES

Real Madrid plot mega €300m bid for Neymar if PSG receive UEFA sanction (SPORT)

NEYMAR remains on Real Madrid’s radar - and they could launch a stunning bid for the PSG ace before the transfer window slams shut on August 31, according to Diario SPORT.

Man City confirm De Bruyne will be out for three months with knee injury

Kevin De Bruyne will be out for three months due to a knee injury but will not require surgery, Manchester City have confirmed.

OFFICIAL: Claudio Marchisio ends his Juventus adventure after 25 years in black and white

OFFICIAL: Claudio Marchisio ends his Juventus adventure after 25 years in black and white

WHAT THEY SAY

Klopp slams 'a**holes' claims that De Bruyne injury will favour Liverpool

Manchester City have lost a key figure for three months, but the man in charge at Liverpool doubts that will impact the Premier League title battle

"Play in Europe, don't travel or let AFA use you" - Maradona tells Messi to take a break

Diego Maradona was tough on the Argentinian Football Federation (AFA) but showed compassion towards Lionel Messi's current situation. The controversial legend spoke with sport newpaper 'Ole' and offered his thoughts on various subjects including the managment of the AFA, Messi and the role Jorge Sampaoli.

Pogba never had a fight with me or an exchange of words, says Mourinho

Jose Mourinho has denied having a bust-up with Paul Pogba and insists he is happy with the unsettled Frenchman's attitude at Manchester United.

Pogba talk of no interest to Barca boss Valverde

The Manchester United midfielder continues to be linked with a move to Camp Nou, but the Catalans' coach is refusing to be drawn on the speculation

'I was concerned about this problem' - Sarri feared losing Hazard amid transfer rumours

The Blues boss admits that he needed reassurance that his club's star player wasn't about to depart in the summer that he signed on at Stamford Bridge

THESE THINGS HAPPEN

Lionel Messi’s older brother Matias sentenced for possessing an illegal firearm

Lionel Messi's brother has been sentenced for possessing an illegal firearm.

New signings Arthur, Lenglet, Malcom and Vidal all included in Barcelona squad for Alaves

Ernesto Valverde has named his 18-man squad for the LaLiga season opener against Alaves.

Firmino works out with wife in gym before hitting the red carpet with rest of family

It appears the hard work never stops for Liverpool star and Brazil international Roberto Firmino, even when he is off the football pitch.

Watch out! Iwobi makes Nollywood debut in action-packed Nigerian movie 'Inpadisu'

Watch out! The Super Eagles forward confirmed his appearance in an action-packed Nigerian movie

Ronaldo will make his Juventus debut and start tomorrow, confirms Allegri

Max Allegri has confirmed that ‘best player in the world’ Cristiano Ronaldo will make his Juventus debut against Chievo on Saturday.

How La Liga's title contenders are shaping up for 2018-19 season

The La Liga season kicks off this Friday and it is all change at the top end of the table.

TRANSFERS

Chelsea are reportedly set to break club policy by offering Willian a new two-year deal

Chelsea are reportedly set to break club policy by offering Willian a new two-year deal in order to wade off interest from Manchester United.

OFFICIAL: Klavan leaves Liverpool to join Cagliari on Serie A deadline day

Cagliari have officially signed defender Ragnar Klavan from Liverpool, just getting the paperwork sorted before the transfer deadline.

Inter to sue Tebas for his 'tricks' comments about their Modric pursuit

Inter have announced they will take legal action against La Liga chief Javier Tebas for his comments about their pursuit of Luka Modric.

If Real Madrid have 300 million euros, why aren't they signing anyone?

Real Madrid and its leaders know that the current staff needs improving and looking at the club's accounts, there is about 300 million euros burning a hole in their pocket.

VIDEO OF THE DAY

Ronaldo SINGS in Juventus initiation ceremony... but other new boys are not as impressive!