World Football Gossip Roundup: Cristiano Ronaldo, Cesc Fabregas, Neymar

First Cristiano, now Cesc.

Days after Cristiano Ronaldo revealed his professional sadness at Real Madrid, Cesc Fabregas has admitted his frustration at being substituted repeatedly out of Barcelona matches.

What does it all mean? Nothing much, besides the fact that two big stars are feeling a bit cranky in their jobs.

Elsewhere in Wednesday's edition of the B/R World Football Gossip Roundup, we have updates on Neymar, Alessandro Del Piero and Tottenham Hotspur's transfer dealings.

Cristiano Ronaldo: It's Not About Money

Cristiano Ronaldo has denied rumors that he wants a pay raise at Real Madrid, following his revelation that he is "sad" at the club (via the Daily Telegraph).

"I am accused of wanting more money, but one day it will be shown that this is not the case," he said.

Ronaldo also said his sadness would not affect his performance on the field.

His previous comments prompted a wave of speculation over his future, with several clubs thought to be interested in acquiring him.

Cesc Fabregas Unhappy at Barcelona?

Cesc Fabregas has revealed his frustration with life at FC Barcelona after being substituted out of another match (via the Daily Mail).

The Spain international midfielder/forward made his comments to Radio Marca:

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There's no such thing as a great substitute in the world of football. I couldn't tell you what makes a great substitute. I always wish my team-mates well and put a happy face on. If I have to take my unhappy face home then so be it, but I would never let my team-mates or manager see it.

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Cesc, 25, joined Barcelona in 2011 after eight years with Arsenal. He has started all three of Barcelona's league matches this season, only to be subbed out of every one.

Alessandro Del Piero Heading Down Under?

Veteran Italian striker Alessandro Del Piero has signed with Australian club Sydney FC, according to Goal.com.

According to the report, Del Piero has signed a two-year deal worth €2 million per season. Del Piero, 37, left Juventus following last season's title-winning campaign.

Liverpool were thought to have shown late interest (via talkSPORT).

Manchester United Made a Bid for Neymar?

Manchester United bid £38 million on deadline day for Brazil and Santos forward Neymar, according to The Sun.

Neymar, 20, reportedly turned down United by citing his desire to remain in Brazil through the 2014 World Cup.

Santos director of football Felipe Faro has reportedly denied the rumor, according to Globo Esporte (via Goal.com). "I have no idea where that came from, but it's not true," he reportedly said.

Jermain Defoe: Madness During Transfer Window

Finally, Tottenham Hotspur forward Jermain Defoe has revealed the "mad" atmosphere at the club during the recently closed transfer period (via The Independent).

Luka Modric and Rafael van der Vaart were sold, while Clint Dempsey, Moussa Dembele and Hugo Lloris joined the club.

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It was a bit mad. You walk into the changing rooms, see the lads and didn't know if you would see them the next day. It is funny. I was away to have my wisdom tooth out one day, came [back] in and Tom [Huddlestone] had gone to Stoke [for a medical for a prospective one-year loan deal]. Someone else had gone as well. I said to the lads 'I miss one day and all the players are going'.

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