February 1 US Paper Talk: Jozy Altidore looks to be on his way out at Toronto FC

SOCCER: Toronto FC general manager Ali Curtis has refused to comment on speculation Jozy Altidore wants to leave the MLS side. A Liga MX side is one of those interested in Altidore who was left out of the USA side to face Trinidad and Tobago yesterday.

USA team coach Gregg Berhalter confirmed Altidore's withdrawal was influenced by the imminent closure of the transfer window in Mexico and across Europe, adding: "There have been a number of clubs interested in Jozy." (Toronto Sun)

SOCCER: Matthew Hoppe has signed a contract extension with Schalke 04 until 2023. The contract has no escape clause should the club be relegated. (Sport Bild)

SOCCER: Lionel Messi and Barcelona will take legal action against Spanish newspaper El Mundo after it released the leaked details of the forward's record-breaking contract. (ESPN)

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