Real Madrid superstar threatens to leave, Man United suffer a blow in midfielder's chase: Transfer round-up, December 19, 2017

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Neymar will not leave PSG says the club's sporting director

PSG unhappy with Florentino Perez

PSG’s sporting director Antero Henrique has slammed Real Madrid's Florentino Perez for his comments on Neymar shortly after the Ballon d'Or ceremony. Madrid have been linked with a move for Neymar with Perez beginning his charm offensive to lure the Brazilian back to Spain.

But Henrique has insisted that Neymar is happy in Paris and will not join Real Madrid in the summer. He said, "If Neymar could leave PSG to go to Madrid? No. Because he is happy, he loves the club and is fulfilling here. It’s not a question of money, it’s a question of balance."

Besiktas admit interest in Demba Ba

Speaking to the press after a recent league game, Besiktas vice-president Ahmet Nur Cebi has revealed that the club is looking at Demba Ba for a potential transfer next month. Ba is seen as a replacement for Cenk Tosun who has attracted a lot of suitors with his great form in front of goal.

On Ba's rumoured transfer to Turkey, Cebi said, “Yes, we are considering Demba Ba as an alternative. It’s also true that we are receiving offers for Cenk Tosun, which is pleasing because it shows we are on the right track.”