Antonio Conte Makes Final Decision On Joining Real Madrid

Antonio Conte has ruled himself out of the running to be Real Madrid’s new manager as he doesn’t believe the project is right for him, according to Sky Sports.

Conte had been widely tipped to replace Julen Lopetegui who was sacked on Monday, but will instead now extend his sabbatical from management until the summer.

In the same vein, Real Madrid are ready to double Mauricio Pochettino’s wages, per The Sun.

Los Blancos are desperate to appoint a new manager to replace Julen Lopetegui, and the Tottenham manager has become their top target, with a five-year deal on the table.

Barcelona forward Malcom has met with boss Ernesto Valverde to clarify his future with the club, according to Mundo Deportivo. The Brazilian has hardly featured since joining from Bordeaux in the summer and held talks with Valverde to discuss his lack of opportunities.

The Barca boss reportedly told the player he is happy with his application and performances but has favoured other options in attack so far this season.

Edinson Cavani is not thinking about a move back to Napoli as he prepares to return to the Stadio San Paulo with PSG in the Champions League next month.

The Uruguayan’s uneasy relationship with strike partner Neymar has been well documented since the Brazilian arrived from Barcelona last season, but he has poured cold water on speculation he is lining up a switch back to the club where he spent three successful seasons before moving to Paris.