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Arsenal and Liverpool's Balotelli boost leaves Man Utd's Angel Di Maria chase in tatters
MANCHESTER UNITED'S seemingly never-ending pursuit of Argentine star Angel Di Maria may well reached its conclusion after reports that PSG are preparing to rid Ezequiel Lavezzi from their books.
Angel Di Maria could be on his way to French champions PSG
The departure of Lavezzi would allow the Parisian side to sign the Di Maria - whilst conforming to UEFA's imposed Financial Fair Play regulations.
Laurent Blanc's chances of signing the 26-year-old have been further boosted with the revelation that he'll opt for a side that can guarantee Champions League football.
Both pieces of news will come as a crushing blow to Manchester United fans - many of whom remained optimistic over their sides chances of landing the World Cup finalist.
And Louis Van Gaal's revelation that the Red Devils may not sign another player for three-weeks is only likely to compound fans' disappointment.
Lavezzi's exit and Di Maria's arrival in Paris could have a knock-on effect for Premier League duo Arsenal and Liverpool.
The pair have frequently been linked with a move for Balotelli, and providing AC Milan do capture their man - then the 23-year-old is expected to make the trip back to England.
Fanny Neguesha and Mario Balotelli hinting at Arsenal move
Arsenal fans may relish the prospect of adding the former Manchester City striker to their ranks.
A forward line of Mesut Ozil, Alexis Sanchez, Olivier Giroud and Mario Balotelli will be a daunting prospect for any defence.