Napoli win Serie A, Messi wants to quit PSG and Man Utd lose to Brighton: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Weber
Tom Weber
  • Updated: 4 May 2023 22:47 BST
  • 5 min read
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It was a historic Thursday in the world of football as Napoli claimed their first Scudetto in 33 years.

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But there was also thrilling Premier League action and a new, shocking turn in the Lionel Messi saga. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right into today's FootballTransfers recap.

Napoli win Serie A

Napoli have won their first Serie A title in 33 years thanks to an all-important goal from Victor Osimhen, which sealed a 1-1 draw with Udinese.

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Drama at PSG

According to reports in France, Lionel Messi is ready to quit PSG and terminate his contract after he was suspended by the club.

Neymar was the target of a fan protest on Tuesday, which gave Manchester United's hopes of landing the Brazilian a shot in the arm.

Newcastle are also said to be interested in the superstar.

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United lose on the South Coast

Manchester United were defeated by Brighton thanks to a late penalty from Erik ten Hag target Alexis Mac Allister, and Red Devils fans are fuming.

There are some good news for United fans, though. Right-back target Jeremie Frimpong is on the market after Leverkusen have found a replacement.

And one of their striking targets could be had for a bargain price.

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Messi to Barca back on?

LaLiga president Javier Tebas believes that Barcelona will make a 'good amount' of money from sales this summer, and this could help them land Lionel Messi.

In other Barcelona news, outgoing director of football Mateu Alemany has promised to give head coach Xavi one star signing before his departure.

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Transfer news

Of course, we also covered plenty of transfer news on Thursday. For one, Saudi Arabian clubs are targeting two Real Madrid stars to help boost the standing of the Saudi Pro League further.

Mauricio Pochettino could reunite with one of his former Spurs players at Chelsea.

Manchester United are proposing a swap deal involving Anthony Martial and a Serie A striker.

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Arsenal and Chelsea are once again prepared to battle it out over a familiar Brighton star.

And finally, here are five players who could depart Liverpool in the summer.

Read more about: La Liga Serie A Premier League Barcelona Man Utd Napoli Alexis Mac Allister Lionel Messi Luke Shaw  Victor Osimhen

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