Manchester City to active Barcelona star's release clause, Another manager rejects Real Madrid and more La Liga news – 2nd November 2018 

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Antoine Griezmann wants to end career in MLS

Antoine Griezmann has revealed that he wants to play in the MLS and finish his career there. The French forward claims that he loves the country and has been dreaming of a move to the North American country for a long time.

“I want to play in MLS, I'd like to finish my career there. They have a different mindset, I love the NBA and the show business aspect of it. I also love American football, and I love (the country) because no one (recognises) me when I'm there.” Griezmann revealed in an interview with ESPN FC (via Football Espana).

Sevilla want to host 2021 Europa League final

Atletico Madrid are hosting this season's Champions League final and now Sevilla are keen on hosting the Europa League final in 2021. The Spanish side are the most successful side in the European competition's history – winning it 5 times since 2006!

Seville last hosted a Europan final in 2003 when FC Porto defeated Glasgow Celtic in the UEFA Cup. However, the Spanish city will face competition from Vienna and Tbilisi for the rights to host the 2021 Europa League finals.

Sporting Gijon on Manchester City's radar

Reports in Spain suggest Manchester City are monitoring Sporting Gijon's Pelayo Morilla. The 17-year-old has 2 substitute apps in the league has also scored in the Copa del Rey win over Numancia.

Pep Guardiola is making sure that the teenager is being scouted extensively this season. Pelayo still has 2 years left on his contract and Gijon are trying to tie him down to a new deal.

Liverpool looking to sign Iker Muiain

Liverpool are looking to sign Iker Muniain according to reports in Spain. The 25-year-old is out of contract in the summer and the Red are keen on signing him.

El Gol Digital, however, claim that Liverpool will only make a move after they sell Xherdan Shaqiri. The Swiss winger was signed from Stoke City in the summer but Real Betis are still keen on signing him.

Who's the next Real Madrid manager?
Who's the next Real Madrid manager?

Real Madrid blasted over Exequiel Palacios pursuit

River Plate president, Rodolfo D'Onofrio has accused Real Madrid of approaching their midfielder behind their backs. The Argentine club say that the Spanish giants were 'dishonest' and 'disrespectful' after lining up a €20 million bid.

“We did not believe the reports were true but it appears they are. We have spoken to his representative who has confirmed the truth to us and in all honesty, we are very surprised.” D'Onofrio told an interview with Marca.

“We did not expect a club of the stature of Real Madrid to act in this way, it is disrespectful of our club and the relationship we have. Our two clubs have long had strong relations dating back to the days of Alfredo Di Stefano,” added the president.

Roberto Martinez not interested in Madrid talks

Roberto Martinez has distanced himself from the rumours of him moving to Real Madrid. The Belgian coach has been linked with the job after Antonio Conte reportedly turned it down.

“Let us not waste our time about that” Martinez told VTM Nieuws

The former Everton and Wigan manager is under contract with Belgium until 2020 and he claims that the Spanish giants must agree a compensation with the FA before holding talks with him.

Real Madrid eye Brahim Diaz

Manchester City have a new problem and Real Madrid are the main cause. The Spanish giants are looking to sign Brahim Diaz next summer as he looks for more first-team opportunities.

The Spaniard joined Manchester City in 2013 from Malaga. He has made 13 apps for the Cityzens despite being a 19-year-old but he believes that he deserves more.

FC Barcelona Training Session and Press Conference
FC Barcelona Training Session and Press Conference

Barcelona had a deal agreed for Vinicius Jr

With Barcelona are looking to sign a replacement for Luis Suarez, reports have emerged that they had a deal agreed to sign Vinicius Jr. Cadena Cope claims that the Brazilian striker was first spotted by Barca during the South American U17 Championship.

They made a move for him and had a deal agreed with Flamengo. However, before they could get a deal done with the player, Madrid made a move and signed him up.

They agreed a deal in March 2017, but he could only join them earlier this summer as he had to turn 18. He made his full debut this week in their Cope Del Rey win.

AC Milan eye Denis Suarez

Reports in Italy suggest that AC Milan are keen on signing Denis Suarez from Barcelona. The 24-year-old is keen on staying at the club and making it big but with other midfielders getting more chances than him, there is little he can do to show his talent.

Corriere dello Sport claim that Milan will make a move for him in January and are confident of convincing him. The Italian publication also reports that the Serie A side are confident of sealing a deal with Barcelona.

Manchester City eye Jasper Cillesen

With Claudio Bravo out for the majority of the season, Pep Guardiola has set sights on Jasper Cillesen according to Don Balon. The former Ajax star has been on the Barcelona bench for a long time and a chance to shine at Manchester City in the cup games might seem appealing.

The Cityzens are looking to activate his release clause and sign him up in January. The Premier League champions want Cillesen as Ederson's backup as they want their 19-year-old, Arijanet Muric to go out on loan again.

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