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Zidane on Bale, Marcelo and Brahim Diaz's future
Real Madrid are set for a squad overhaul in the summer and it looks like Zidane has already made a few decisions. The manager was asked about the future of Bale, Marcelo and Diaz at the club after their match against Real Sociedad and the Frenchman made things clear.
The former Tottenham man was left out of the squad for the match and rumours suggest that he will be sold in the summer. When asked if the rumours are true, Zidane said:
“It's very clear what I've done this weekend, we'll see what I do next week and what happens next year. I do not know [about what happens next], we'll see if he'll be in the squad next week but he is fine physically.”
On Marcelo's future at the club, Zidane said:
“Marcelo? He is one of this team anyway, he is an important and critical player for us and I want to recover the best version of Marcelo and little by little we will recover this.”
And finally on Brahim Diaz:
“Brahim Diaz? He has played well, he is young and very talented, we will see what happens with his involvement but right now he has minutes and is taking advantage.”
And finally, on the 3-1 loss at Real Sociedad, Zidane said:
“The match? I liked the start of the game, we scored but after the goal which VAR cancelled it took four or five minutes and then it became another game. Then they scored a goal, it's a shame because we made a good match and even with ten we were able to score, but now it is better finish the season as soon as possible.”
Jasper Cillessen close to Benfica switch
Jasper Cillessen's time at Barcelona hasn't gone the way he wanted it to. The Dutch keeper has been playing second fiddle to Marc-André ter Stegen and the German has been in top form, making it impossible for the former Ajax to even get close to the #1 spot.
Reports by El Mundo Deportivo now suggest that Cillessen is set to end his 'nightmare' at Camp Nou and leave the club this summer. The same report claims that he is close to joining Benfica as they are close to agreeing a deal with the Catalan side.
Barcelona play Eibar this Sunday in their final game of LaLiga before taking on Valencia in the Copa Del Rey final. The Dutch keeper is expected to play one of the two games at least before making the switch when the transfer window opens.
Atletico Madrid – Antoine Griezmann – Barcelona
Multiple reports suggest that Antoine Griezmann is looking to leave Atletico Madrid for Barcelona this season. The rumours have been going around ever since the Madrid side were knocked out of the Champions League.
There has been a huge update on this now and AS claim that the Madrid side are not willing to sell their star player. Diego Costa is reportedly on his way out and they are not willing to let go of another top player.
An ITK on Twitter, who has been very reliable for Spanish transfer news, has also reported the same.
Barcelona are looking to sign a long term replacement for Luis Suarez and believe Griezmann can do the job for the foreseeable future. However, they also have eyes set on Luka Jovic but face tough competition from Real Madrid for the striker.
Real Madrid to announce Eden Hazard after Europa League final
Eden Hazard's time at Chelsea is all but over. The Belgian has confirmed that he has made a decision and has already informed the club about it. he said:
“I have made my decision. I told the club a couple of weeks ago. But it is not just about me. We have a final to play and then I will see.”
The hint dropped by the star clearly indicates that he wants to join Real Madrid this summer and he is ready to make that jump finally. Reports now suggest that Los Blancos have agreed a deal with Chelsea and the move will be official soon.
The report also adds that the official announcement will take place this month itself and it will be right after the Europa League final. Daily Mail add that the transfer will cost around £86 million (€100 million) – Chelsea's record sale for a player.
Ronald Koeman to replace Ernesto Valverde
Ernesto Valverde is confident that he will remain at Barcelona next season but things have not gone his way recently. The fans are furious after yet another humiliating loss in the Champions League and want the manager sacked.
The Board also reportedly have the same feeling after the debacle at Anfield and have already decided who the replacement would be. According to El Chiringuito, Ronald Koeman is the #1 candidate to be the next Barcelona manager.
The Dutchman, who managed Ajax, Southampton and Everton, is currently in charge of the Holland national side. He is a Barcelona legend and knows the club well and thus, the fans are also keen on having him as the next manager at Camp Nou.
