George Boxall

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French former international Patrice Evra has suggested that legendary former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson would “probably end up in jail” if he was still a coach today. Speaking on the SDS podcast, the 43-year-old left-back, who made over 270 appearances for the Red Devils between 2006 and 2014, didn’t mince his words when reflecting on the intensity Ferguson brought to the dressing room.

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Newly promoted Paris FC will look to build a competitive but measured squad for their first-ever Ligue 1 season, with the Arnault family reportedly keen to ensure a sustainable top-flight future. According RMC Sport the club, a transfer budget between €80m and €100m is being prepared, with the aim of securing a “comfortable” survival — defined as finishing between 8th and 12th.

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According to a report from Sport Bildrelayed by RMC Sport, Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique has made Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy (29) the club’s number one attacking priority for the upcoming transfer window. PSG are reportedly seriously considering a move for the 29-year-old Guinean international, who has enjoyed a hugely successful season in front of goal in Germany.

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Olympique Lyonnais are expecting a busy summer of departures, particularly owing to the uncertainty around the club’s future in front of French football’s financial watchdog, the DNCG. With the threat of relegation to Ligue 2 looming in the worst case scenario, it is also likely that the club will be also hit with a transfer ban. It puts the future of some of OL’s key talents up in the air. This rings true for Argentinian playmaker Thiago Almada (24).

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Marseille mayor Benoît Payan has opened the door to selling the Stade Vélodrome to Olympique de Marseille, the club that currently leases and operates the iconic venue. Speaking on L’Équipe de Greg on Wednesday evening, Payan stated that while he is not opposed to a sale, the price would be steep—€1 billion, to be exact. “It’s not the deal of the century,” Payan admitted. “The stadium isn’t profitable. It costs a huge amount of money.