ARSENAL are plotting a £26m move for Nabil Fekir, should they fail in their approach to make Martin Odegaard’s loan permanent.
Meanwhile Liverpool are still pursuing a transfer move for Dutch forward Donyell Malen, along with the two Milan clubs.
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SOU CLASSY
Tomas Soucek can flourish in the Champions League if West Ham qualify, according to the Czech Republic boss Jaroslav Silhavy.
Soucek has been a revelation for the Hammers as he has helped fire them into contention for a place in Europe.
West Ham and Czech Republic star Tomas SoucekCredit: AFP Silhavy said: “Tomas plays very well in the Premier League. I am really not surprised because he is really hard working.
“He’s already played in the Champions League for Slavia Prague and was very good – but now he is even better.
“So I am convinced he can succeed in the Champions League with West Ham too.”
NOR GOALS
Liverpool scouted Erling Haaland in Norway’s game against Turkey but came away with another name on their shortlist.
The Reds were reportedly impressed by Turkey goalkeeper Ugurcan Cakir after he prevented Haaland from scoring.
Ugurcan Cakir impressed Liverpool scoutsCredit: Getty EURO WOES
It has been another game to forget for England U21s as they slumped to a 2-0 defeat to Portugal in the group stage of the European Championship.
Dany Mota’s goal and a Francisco Trincao penalty have left England with only an outside chance of reaching the knockout stages.
Aidy Boothroyd’s side have flopped in the European U21 ChampionshipCredit: Getty
SCOTLAND TAKE POINT
All over in Israel and it is back-to-back draws for Scotland after being held 1-1.
It could have been worse for Steve Clarke’s side after trailing through Dor Peretz.
Ryan Fraser earned a point for ScotlandCredit: SNS But Ryan Fraser’s second-half strike secured a point in front of 5,000 Israel fans.
ALL SQUARE
Scotland have equalised in Israel after a superb finish from Ryan Fraser.
He picks up the ball and plants a finish in the far corner for a much-needed goal for Steve Clarke’s side.
LEFTOVER RICE
Declan Rice was left hanging by his England team-mates after their opening goal in Albania.
The West Ham star went to celebrate with the rest of the team but his high five was not reciprocated by England’s players.
Declan Rice was left hanging by his England team-matesCredit: Getty SCOT OF BOTHER
Scotland have fallen behind in Israel just before half-time to leave Steve Clarke’s side in trouble.
Dor Peretz gives the hosts the lead with a long-range strike but it looked like goalkeeper David Marshall should have kept it out.
Dor Peretz fires home from distanceCredit: EPA TIM’S UP
Chelsea are reportedly ready to lure Erling Haaland to Stamford Bridge by offering Timo Werner in part exchange.
The Blues are focused on trying to bring goal machine Haaland to the club and are willing to offer Borussia Dortmund Werner.
Timo Werner could be offered to Borussia DortmundCredit: Guardian News & Media / Free to use by all titles in perpetuity under NMC agreement Werner has struggled to live up to his billing since making the £47.5million move to Stamford Bridge in the summer.
Despite scoring 28 league goals in his last season for Red Bull Leipzig, he has just five to his name this campaign.
And Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is willing to offload him if it results in landing potent finisher Haaland.
FANS AT FINAL?
Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City fans have received a boost over potentially attending the Champions League final.
The Premier League trio are all still involved in Europe’s most prestigious cup competition.
Istanbul’s Ataturk Olympic Stadium will host the finalCredit: AFP And should they advance all the way through to the final, then there is a possibility that a small number of their supporters could be there to cheer them on.
Uefa hope to sell smart tickets to supporters on their mobile phones.
The capacity has yet to be decided for the final on May 29 at the Ataturk Olympic Stadium.
ALL OVER IN ALBANIA
The final whistle has gone and England have beaten Albania 2-0 in their second World Cup qualifier.
Gareth Southgate’s side earned the points after goals from Harry Kane and Mason Mount.
England cruised to a 2-0 win over AlbaniaCredit: PA That’s two from two for England but they can expect a bigger test against Poland on Wednesday night.
MOUNTING PRESSURE
England are cruising in Albania with Gareth Southgate’s side doubling their lead.
Mason Mount has produced a deft finish to make it 2-0 and back-to-back World Cup qualifying wins looks secure.
Mason Mount doubles England’s lead in AlbaniaCredit: Reuters RONBELIEVABLE
Cristiano Ronaldo has been slated for his angry antics during Portugal’s draw in Serbia.
The Juventus superstar slammed his captain’s armband down after his late goal was ruled out.
Cristiano Ronaldo throws a strop for PortugalCredit: AFP Former Portugal international Fernando Meira said: “It’s clearly a goal, but Ronaldo can’t throw the armband on the ground like that.
“Cristiano’s reaction is natural, but it’s not acceptable from the national team captain.
“You can’t throw the armband on the ground and head into the dressing room while the game is still going on.
“It’s not acceptable behaviour for a player of his stature.”
KANE AND ABLE
England have the upper hand at half-time leading 1-0 in Albania.
Harry Kane’s first-half header has given Gareth Southgate’s side control of their World Cup qualifier.
Harry Kane gives England the lead in AlbaniaCredit: Reuters ON GAARD
Paul Merson has urged Arsenal to drop Martin Odegaard until they can secure a permanent deal for the Real Madrid talent.
Odegaard has scored twice during his loan spell with the Gunners but Merson does not think he should be guaranteed a place in the side.
Martin Odegaard’s future is up in the airCredit: Reuters Pundit Merson told the Daily Star: “Martin Odegaard looks a really good player and I hope Arsenal have a chance of signing him permanently.
“Because if they don’t have a chance of making his loan permanent next season, why is he playing?
“If they know he doesn’t want to stay, he shouldn’t be playing because he’s taking opportunities away from people like Emile Smith Rowe.
“So I hope Arsenal have done their homework and know what the situation is – I’d be disappointed if they haven’t already made a bid to be honest.”
ENGLAND TEAM
Less than half an hour until England get their World Cup qualifier underway in Albania.
Gareth Southgate has made six changes with Phil Foden and Harry Kane starting in attack.
RAM RAID
Tottenham have asked Juventus about a shock summer swoop for Arsenal icon Aaron Ramsey, according to reports in Italy.
The Serie A giants are set to offload the £400,000-a-week star, 30, as part of a cost-cutting squad overhaul this summer.
Liverpool and Everton have already been linked with the Gunners icon, with the Reds viewing Ramsey as the perfect replacement for out-of-contract Georginio Wijnaldum.
But now Tottenham have emerged as shock suitors for the Welshman.
Credit: Getty STAY OR GO?
Harry Kane then. This story will run and run. It promises to be the transfer saga of the summer.
Will he leave Tottenham?
Credit: Times Newspapers Ltd KANE SHOULD GO
Ex-Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe has urged his former teammate Harry Kane to quit the club – if he wants to win trophies.
In an interview with TalkSport, Defoe said: “If you’d have asked me this question a few years ago, I’d have said he should have stayed there, what he’s done at the football club – he’s a legend.
“Since I’ve come away from that and gone to Rangers, I’ve seen that mentality and played for another big club, the importance of playing for that club and winning every game, that mentality, the standards and demands.
“You have to win and bring silverware, otherwise it’s not good enough. When you actually achieve that and the feeling you get from that, wow man. I wish I had that earlier on in my career.
“If Harry Kane wants that and wants to win trophies then it looks like he has to go.
“I don’t think it will be easy for him to leave and he might be looking at it and want to finish off being the highest goalscorer in the club’s history and see where that takes him.
“He can hopefully win a few trophies, but if he’s really craving medals then he really has to go.”
Credit: PA:Press Association ROB LEE SLAMS ANTHONY MARTIAL
Former England international Rob Lee has hit out at Man Utd forward Anthony Martial for his ‘terrible’ attitude.
He told: Football Fancast: “He’s such a talented lad, he’s quick and he can finish well but some days, he just doesn’t seem interested.
“His attitude seems terrible. So yeah, if somebody would give me £50 million for him, I’d snap their hand off.”
Credit: AFP LUK AT THAT RECORD
Romelu Lukaku scored yet again for his country last night, as Belgium drew 1-1 with the Czech Republic.
And the strike was his 59th for his country, as he boasts an astonishing record for the Belgian Red Devils.
With his side trailing 1-0 courtesy of Lukas Provod’s 50th minute effort, Lukaku found himself one on one with the last defender on the hour mark.
He twisted one way, then the other, before finishing past Tomas Vaclik in the Czech goal.
His effort saw the Inter Milan striker pull even further ahead at the top Belgium’s all-time leading goalscorer standings.
Current team-mate Eden Hazard is second on the list, 27 behind on 32 goals from 106 caps aged 30.
Credit: EPA DYB-ING WAR
Manchester United and City are among SIX clubs set to be offered Paulo Dybala as part of a sensational summer swap deal, according to reports.
Juventus have long been keen to move on the Argentine international, 26, with the forward close to a move to Old Trafford in the summer of 2019.
Credit: Getty
ATLETICO SET LLORENTE PRICE
Atletico Madrid have reportedly set an asking price for Man Utd target Marcos Llorente.
The Spanish winger will set the Red Devils back a whopping £103million, according to Marca.
Credit: Getty GEOR BLIMEY
Liverpool ace Georginio Wijnaldum was involved in a heated touchline row with Holland boss Frank De Boer.
The Reds midfielder was hauled off with just 11 minutes left of his country’s 2-0 win against Latvia in their World Cup qualifier on Saturday.
But he reacted badly when his number came up and was visibly upset with his national manager.
The two had a frosty exchange of words as he made his way off.
Find out what the Liverpool man said about it after the game by clicking on our story here.
LUKAK-BLUE
Chelsea have received a boost in their pursuit of Romelu Lukaku with Inter Milan reportedly ready to listen to offers.
But any San Siro departure for the former Blues striker is said to depend on whether Inter can land Manchester City legend Sergio Aguero on a free.
The Belgian has been a revelation at the San Siro but the Serie A giants are prepared to sell to help combat the financial impact of Covid-19, according to the Star.
Chelsea are said to be considering a move for the former Manchester United forward if they fail to land No 1 striker target Erling Haaland.
Lukaku was on the books at Chelsea between 2011 and 2014 and he is one of five hitmen that could make a summer switch to Stamford Bridge.
Credit: Reuters .
DALOT DEAL
Manchester United and AC Milan have opened talks over the permanent transfer of Diogo Dalot.
The 22-year-old is currently on-loan at the Serie A club from Old Trafford and has appeared 24 times this term.
Now The Metro claims Milan have tabled a £12million offer to try to sign the Portuguese defender permanently.
Dalot is happy in Italy and is believed he would be open to extending his stay there.
However, Milan – like most teams across Europe – are struggling to splash huge sums on players, resulting in their bid being short of the £19m United handed over to Porto in the summer of 2018.
He is on around £40,000-a-week, well within the wage structure Milan can afford with other team members on a lot more than him.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
