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PSG To Sell Key Player Due To ‘Harmful Influence’ On Mbappe

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3 years ago

May 13, 2023

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly ready to sell defender Achraf Hakimi this summer, as some of the club’s staff believe he has a ‘harmful influence’ on forward Kylian Mbappe, according to L’Equipe (via Get Football).

Hakimi joined PSG from Inter Milan in a deal worth up to €70 million in 2021.

The Morocco international made 41 appearances in all competitions for PSG in his first season, scoring four goals and registering six assists.

Hakimi helped the Parisians win Ligue 1 and the French Super Cup in his first season at the club.

However, Hakimi’s form since last year’s FIFA World Cup in Qatar has been a source of concern.

The 24-year-old has only started nine of PSG’s twenty Ligue 1 matches since December, with injuries and suspensions limiting his involvement.

He was notably sent off in the first half of PSG’s league match against Lorient recently.

PSG paid the price for his red card against Lorient, as they went on to lose the encounter 3-1.

The report added that the full-back’s red card irked the club’s staff. Hence, he has reportedly become the subject of internal criticism.

Hakimi has also been having a difficult time off the pitch, with his marriage with Spanish actress Hiba Abouk set to end in divorce.

The former Real Madrid star is also being investigated after being charged with rape back in March.

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EPL: ‘Go For Alvarez’ – Paul Merson Hands Arsenal Two Signings To Make

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2 days ago

May 26, 2026

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Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has handed his old club two signings to make in the summer.

Merson wants Arsenal to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez and a new midfielder.

“I would get a centre forward this summer, I would go for Julian Alvarez,” Merson said on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast.

“I am a big fan. If they could get him, I would. I still think they probably need another midfield player as well.”

Arsenal is expected to bolster its squad in the summer after winning the Premier League title ahead of Manchester City this season.

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EPL: Wayne Rooney Picks Most Improved Player This Season

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2 days ago

May 26, 2026

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Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has picked the Red Devils defender Luke Shaw as the most improved player in the Premier League following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.

Speaking on his BBC podcast, Rooney said, “I think, for me, Luke Shaw. I think Luke Shaw has been the most improved player this season.

“I know he is an experienced player now, but I think his level this season has been much better than it has been in recent seasons.

“People might look at Kobbie Mainoo but I don’t think he’s improved. It was just the fact he wasn’t playing under the former manager so it wasn’t good or bad.”

Shaw enjoyed one of his most consistent seasons at Man United and started all of Man United’s Premier League games.

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EPL: Maresca Signs Three-year Contract To Replace Guardiola At Man City

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May 26, 2026

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Former Chelsea and Leicester City manager, Enzo Maresca has signed a three-year contract with Manchester City.

Maresca will now replace Pep Guardiola, who took charge of his last game on Sunday – a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa in the Premier League.

Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, wrote on X on Tuesday: “Enzo Maresca has already signed a three-year deal as Manchester City’s new manager.

“Agreement until June 2029 and new chapter to start soon at #MCFC, with Maresca fully involved in the transfer strategy.

“Here we go, 100% confirmed.”

Maresca has been out of work since he left Stamford Bridge in January this year and has snubbed offers while waiting for the City job.