Real Madrid in talks with 3 superstars worth €400M, €120M star rejects Barcelona for PSG, and more La Liga news: 9 June 2019

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Gelson Martins feels betrayed by Diego Simeone; eyes Atletico exit

Gelson Martins's last year has been very dramatic. He was a part of the group of players who were attacked by a group of Sporting Lisbon fans at the club's training centre. Following the incident, he asked for his contract to be terminated and Atletico Madrid swooped in.

Despite signing on a free transfer initially, Atletico ended up paying €22.5 million as compensation after the Portuguese side threatened to take them to court. The winger was signed with a lot of promise, and his speed was vital as the Spanish side play counter-attacking football.

However, he did not suit Simeone's system and was benched more often than not. Martins then sought a loan move away in January and revived himself at AS Monaco. The winger is keen on returning to the Ligue 1 side on a permanent deal and is hoping that a deal is sorted quickly.

“I will have to wait and see if I return to Monaco. They want me to come back, and I do not want to return to Atletico Madrid. I am still the same player that I was last year, that has not changed. But my characteristics do not fit into Simeone's team, as they are very defensive.”

Talking about Simeone's betrayal, he said:

“When I signed, Simeone told me that I would play a lot as they look to play a counter-attack style, but I was mainly used as a substitute. I am a little disappointed in Simeone."

Reports suggest that AS Monaco are ready to snap him up, and are willing to pay €30 million for him. The winger was also linked with Liverpool while rumours of interest from Manchester United have also been going around.

'Hazard can make the difference', says former Real Madrid president

Former Real Madrid president, Ramon Calderon has praised the club for signing Eden Hazard. He claims that the Belgian can be the main man at Bernabeu and be the one to win games for Los Blancos from now on. He said:

“I think it is fantastic news for Real Madrid. The player is one of those that anyone would like to have on thier team - good dribbling, excellent passing and he can play both flanks because he uses the two feet.”

“He can play as a winger, attacking midfielder and also a false nine so it's perfect. I think it has been a good opportunity to take advantage of the decision of the player to leave Chelsea.”

“This is the real one, the other three [signings] I'm not quite sure but Eden Hazard is really that player that can make the difference in a team and I hope he would be able to play at the same level he has been in the Premier [League].”

Real Madrid eye Pogba-Bale swap deal

Real Madrid CF v Juventus - UEFA Champions League Semi Final

Real Madrid are looking to bolster their midfield this summer and are desperate to sign one of Paul Pogba and Christian Eriksen. The Manchester United star is their main target now after they finally managed to seal the deal for Eden Hazard.

The Spanish giants are also looking to sell Gareth Bale this summer but are yet to receive an offer for him. Manchester United are reportedly the only club to have shown interest in him and Los Blancos are looking to strike a swap deal with them for Pogba.

Reports suggest Bale is adamant on staying while Manchester United are only looking to sign him on loan first. The swap deal is set to be a difficult one for Real Madrid to negotiate in this situation but they are ready to wait until the end of the summer transfer window to get it done.

Antoine Griezmann rejects Barcelona for PSG

RCD Espanyol v Club Atletico de Madrid - La Liga

Antoine Griezmann has revealed that he has made a decision but is not ready to make it public. The Frenchman was talking to the media yesterday when he asked the journalists to remain patient about the news. He said:

“I know where I want to go, and the sacrifices I have to make to get there. All I’m just asking for from the fans is just a little patience. As soon as I can say it, I’ll do it with pleasure.”

The Atletico Madrid star has already confirmed that he is leaving the club for sure this summer. His release clause currently stands at €200 million but it goes down to €120 million on July 1st.

Barcelona were said to be the hot favourites to sign him but SPORT report that he has rebuffed a move to Camp Nou as the top players are not interested in playing with him. PSG are now reported to be his preferred destination.

Real Madrid in talks with 3 superstars worth €400M+

Real Madrid CF v Real Betis Balompie - La Liga

Real Madrid have signed Eder Militao, Luka Jovic and Eden Hazard already and reports suggest they will be unveiling two more players next week. Ferland Mendy and Alberto Soro are scheduled to have their medicals next week, but Los Blancos' spending does not end there.

Fresh reports suggest that they are keen on signing 3 more star players this summer and it is set to cost them over €400 million. One report suggests Los Blancos are back in the hunt for Neymar and have started negotiations with him.

The Brazilian's talks with the Spanish giants is well on course and reports suggest his friend is looking for a house for the player in Madrid. The PSG star is reportedly desperate to leave the Ligue 1 side and wants to move back to Spain. He is set to cost around €220 million.

The same report suggests that Madrid are looking to seal a deal for Adrien Rabiot. The French midfielder is set to be a free agent at the end of this month when his contract at PSG expires. The only roadblock in this deal is said to be his salary demands and playing time.

The final superstar Zinedine Zidane is keen on signing is Paul Pogba as per the report. The Manchester United star is on top of the manager's wishlist as he wants a midfielder who can dominate the opponents and score goals as well. The Red Devils are reportedly demanding €180 million for him.

Edited by Arvind Sriram