Today In Football: Barca And Juventus Battle For Zaha, Pique To Forgo 44 Million Pounds Wages And More

Naija News brings you all the top stories, the latest updates, and transfer rumours from Friday’s football activities across the globe.

Gerard Pique has forfeited £44 million in salaries in an attempt to assist Barcelona’s financial struggle. The Sun

Diogo Costa’s five-year contract extension with his present club has put an end to Manchester United’s aspirations of acquiring the Porto goalie. Daily Mirror

James Milner claims that giving up football’s drinking culture has contributed to his 20 years of success. The Telegraph 

Youri Tielemans and Leicester City have begun contract negotiations. Daily Mail 

The chase to recruit Wilfried Zaha of Crystal Palace has now included Barcelona and Juventus. The Sun

Despite Donny van de Beek’s most recent lacklustre performance for Manchester United, Erik ten Hag is not yet prepared to give up on the midfielder. The Times 

Celtic received more than £25 million from UEFA for their participation in the Champions League this season, which was £7.6 million more than Parkhead rivals Rangers. Daily Record

Following Casemiro’s transfer to Manchester United, Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos has acknowledged that the club is less defensively secure. Daily Mirror

Marcus Rashford and Diogo Dalot are expected to sign new contracts and prolong their spells at Manchester United. The Sun