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Mbappe transfer: ‘Angry’ PSG boss slams ‘lies’ amid claims Liverpool, Madrid target has ‘agreed’ move

Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique has hit out at the “lies” relating to reported Liverpool and Real Madrid target Kylian Mbappe.

Mbappe‘s long-term future is in doubt as his current PSG contract is due to expire at the end of this season.

In recent years, the prospect of Mbappe joining Real Madrid has felt like an inevitability and it is somewhat surprising that this transfer is yet to be finalised.

The World Cup winner has messed around Real Madrid and PSG, but he appears to be on better terms with the French giants after butting heads with club chiefs in the summer.

Despite this, Real Madrid are still being linked with him, while talk over a move to Liverpool is refusing to go away.

It’s been indicated that Liverpool’s interest in Mbappe has increased of late amid interest from Saudi Pro League outfit Al Ittihad in prized asset Mohamed Salah.

Given Real Madrid’s supreme finances, they have consistently been viewed as a more realistic destination for Mbappe than Liverpool after they tempted Jude Bellingham to join them last year.

Spanish media claimed over the weekend that Mbappe has an ‘agreement’ in place ahead of his free transfer to Real Madrid, but this should be taken with a pinch of salt as contrasting reports have emerged regarding the PSG star this month.

The Mbappe transfer saga is becoming increasingly tiresome and it will be a good day when he finally puts pen to paper on his next move.

When asked by Amazon Prime Video Sport France whether PSG are a “little tired and angry” about the seemingly endless Mbappe saga, Enrique answered: “Do you know how many years I have been in the elite of world European football?

“Well, five in Madrid, eight in Barcelona as a player. As a coach, six at Barcelona, at Roma, at Celta Vigo. I played for Sporting Gijon.

“I was born in a locker room in which around it there are always comments from one person, from another, a rumour, a lie, and a lie is made. I’m so used to that, I don’t care.”

In a recent interview with RMC Sport, Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi revealed he has a “gentleman’s agreement” with Mbappe and they “want him to stay”.

“I don’t want to talk about money and what the agreement is about. It’s not an agreement about money,” Al-Khelaifi told RMC Sport.

“It’s a gentleman’s agreement between the player, the president of the club, the sporting director and the coach. It’s more than just a signed agreement.

“Listen, I won’t hide anything. I absolutely want Kylian to stay. Absolutely. For me, the best player in the world is him and the best thing for Kylian is PSG.”

 

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Disasi agrees personal terms with Aston Villa

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Chelsea defender Axel Disasi is reportedly on the verge of joining Aston Villa after agreeing to personal terms ahead of a potential January transfer.

The Frenchman has struggled for regular game time at Stamford Bridge this season and is now set to make the move to Unai Emery’s side, who are looking to replace Diego Carlos following his recent departure.

According to Fabrizio Romano, via Football Transfer, Carlos joined Fenerbahce for €10 million, prompting Villa to identify Disasi as their ideal replacement. Romano shared on X:

“Axel Disasi has agreed on personal terms with Aston Villa.

“Disasi wants to join Villa despite interest from more clubs around Europe after direct talk with Unai Emery, crucial to get the green light.

“Deal now up to Chelsea and Villa to reach full agreement.”

Chelsea signed Disasi from AS Monaco for €45 million in 2023, but his Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) has dropped significantly to €20.9 million due to limited playing opportunities this season. The 25-year-old has only featured in six Premier League matches during the 2024-25 campaign and has been left out of Chelsea’s matchday squad eight times since Enzo Maresca’s arrival last summer.

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EPL: Nottingham Forest desperate to sell out-of-favor Emmanuel Dennis

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Nottingham Forest are facing difficulties in offloading striker Emmanuel Dennis before the transfer window closes.

The Nigerian forward has been out of favor under manager Nuno Espirito Santo and has not made a single appearance this season. Dennis’ last game for Forest was against Crystal Palace in May 2023.

The 27-year-old, who has 18 months remaining on his contract, is proving challenging to sell due to his high wages. Dennis currently earns £4 million annually, making him a costly option for potential suitors.

Discussions are ongoing with Watford, but his former club cannot meet his salary demands. Sheffield Wednesday have also expressed interest, but reports indicate their offer falls short of Forest’s expectations.

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Belgian club, KAS Eupen secure Nigerian striker Ejike on loan

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Belgian club KAS Eupen has secured Nigerian striker Philip Ejike on a loan deal from Bulgarian side PFK Montana.

The agreement includes an option for the Pandas to make the transfer permanent at the end of the season.

Ejike impressed during his stint at PFK Montana, tallying 11 goals and two assists in 21 appearances.

The talented forward is set to join his new teammates in training immediately and could make his debut as early as Tuesday when KAS Eupen takes on SC Lokeren-Temse.

Mersad Selimbegovic’s team currently sits 13th in the league standings.

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