Yesterday, the captain of the national team Riyad Mahrez, remained on the bench throughout the match Real Madrid – Manchester City. Pep Guardiola, the Citizens coach, surprised everyone by not proceeding to no change despite the intensity of the meeting.
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This choice can be seen as a form of contempt for Mahrez, who is now considered a full replacement. Guardiola explained that the 11 starters were of quality, able to keep the ballwhile Real Madrid had players more prone to quick transitions.
While Guardiola’s tactical reasons are understandable, his argument that players needed to be able to keep the ball can be problematic when it comes to Mahrez, who is precisely a player with this quality.
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Rumors are circulating about a possible transfer of the Algerian player to another English club, Newcastle. Recently acquired by a Saudi investment fund, the Magpies are looking for quality players to strengthen their squad.
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Olympique Lyonnais player Houssem Aouar should join AS Roma during the next summer transfer window according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano.
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Although the player is at the end of the contract and free of any commitment from June, he has always been coveted by several European clubs despite a season below expectations.
Clubs in Italy, Spain, England and Germany have shown interest in the 24-year-old midfielder. He should join the Greens at the next gathering in September.
