Barca on hold
Over the past few weeks, Lionel Messi has become an increasingly hot topic at FC Barcelona. It has long been clear that the Catalans would like to bring their prodigal son back. But there is still no certainty that La Liga will approve summer transfers. For the “Operation Return” According to ‘Sport’, Barça have no choice but to stay under the radar like a submarine and go on the offensive at the first opportunity.
Lens put pressure on PSG
Suddenly, a whiff of a championship fight wafts through the French Ligue 1. Paris St. Germain’s lead has recently melted away, and now – what nobody would have thought possible before the season – the valiant RC Lens is getting close to the league leader. “Important three points” (‘L’Équipe’) the northern French lost to Racing Straßburg (2-1) yesterday evening and are now within three points of PSG. The capital city can improve against OGC Nice this Saturday (9 p.m.), but are increasingly under pressure.
Guardiola punishes Walker
Kyle Walker has not been in Manchester City’s starting XI three times in a row. As usual in the industry, the English media promptly ask about the perspective: “Pep raises doubts about Walker’s future”, can be found on today’s cover of ‘Mirror’. Apparently, the robust right-back is under increasing scrutiny after his alcohol scandal a few weeks ago, possibly even on the sidelines. Completely drunk, the national player drew blank in front of a woman.
