MANE TO MISS WORLD CUP - FELIX TO JOIN PSG - LIVERPOOL TO BE BOUGHT BY SHEIKHS | Football News
MATCHDAY REVIEW
Let's have a brief rewind of yesterday's matches. In La Liga, we are to highlight another poor performance by Atlético Madrid - Mallorca beat Simeone's team with 1:0. As for Serie A, we would like to mention Inter's crushing victory over Bologna - 6:1 - Dimarco's brace, together with goals from Dzeko, Lautaro, Calhanoglu and Gosens got the job done. Meanwhile in the Bundesliga, among the important events we've seen the regular victories of RB Leipzig and Bayer - the bulls beat Freiburg 3:1, while the Black and Reds dealt with Koln 1-2. Next up - the English League Cup, also known as Carabao Cup - here Arsenal sensationally lost to Brighton - 1:3, Tottenham were weaker than Nottingham Forest 2:0, Liverpool passed Derby County in a penalty shootout, and in the main event of the day, Manchester City slammed Chelsea with 2:0 - Mahrez and Alvarez saved the day for the Sky Blues.
PSG interested in signing Felix
Relevo
Reliability: 4.5
"PSG" are studying the possibility of the move for "Atletico" striker Joao Felix, who is unhappy with his current status in the Indians camp, Relevo reports. The Red and Blues are considering whether to make a bid over the 22-year-old football player already in the winter. Atletico, in turn, are willing to let the Portuguese go, though will demand around 130 million euros for his services. The initiator of Felix's arrival is the football adviser of the French side Luis Campos. Le Parisien adds that the parties could conclude a loan deal.
Man City and Dortmund in talks for Bellingham
Mike Keegan
Reliability: 4
The representatives of "Manchester City" and "Borussia Dortmund" held the first round of negotiations regarding the possible transfer of midfielder Jude Bellingham, journalist Mike Keegan notified. The sides are on good terms following the transfer of striker Erling Haaland. Moreover, there are people familiar with the situation from the inside, considering the citizens to be the next destination for the 19-year-old Englishman. However, it was previously reported that Jude himself allegedly wishes to join Real Madrid, who are also working on taking him aboard.
MANE RULED OUT OF WORLD CUP?
L'Equipe; RMC Sport
Reliability: 4
Bayern Munich forward Sadio Mane picked up an injury in the Bundesliga fixture against Werder Bremen. As reported by L'Équipe, the 30-year-old player will not be participating at the Qatar World Cup, which will kick-off on November 20. He has a tendon injury. Unfortunately, the Senegalese is expected to miss several weeks of action. Bayern have confirmed that Mane is injured and will miss the next Bundesliga Matchweek game. The Bavarians also note them being in touch with Senegal Football Association medical staff. Senegal coach Aliou Cissé is set to take Mane to the 2022 World Cup, even if he can be available only at the 3rd game of the group stage. Senegal will be playing in Group A with Qatar, Ecuador and the Netherlands.
LEWANDOWSKI RECEIVED 2021/22 GOLDEN BOOT
Officially
Reliability: 5
For the second year in a row, Barcelona and Poland forward Robert Lewandowski won the Golden Boot, the award given for the most goals in a single campaign. Last season, Lewandowski netted 35 goals in 34 Bundesliga appearances for Bayern Munich, getting 70 points.
Nkunku 'about to move' to Chelsea
Simon Phillips
Reliability: 4
As per Simon Phillips, Christopher Nkunku's move to Chelsea is imminent and only the official announcement remains. The transfer has already been 'prepared' and the Leipzig forward will complete his Stamford Bridge move soon. Nkunku had a release clause of �60 million. A number of other clubs were interested in him, but the attacker only wanted a move to Chelsea.
Dubai investors considering $5bn Liverpool bid
Arabian Business
Reliability: 4
As per the new outlet Arabian Business, there are investors in Dubai looking to bid for Liverpool that would be worth $5 billion. This comes soon after FSG released a statement regarding the sale of the club or part of the club. "FSG has said before that under the right terms and conditions we would consider new shareholders if it was in the best interests of Liverpool as a club. "FSG remains fully committed to the success of Liverpool, both on and off the pitch." James Pearce explained that the owners would be open to both, a minority stake or a complete takeover.
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