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      Jurgen Klopp ‘set to raid Barcelona as ex-Liverpool boss plots first two transfer deals for Red Bull’

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      JURGEN KLOPP is reportedly plotting to kick-start his Red Bull reign with a double swoop on Barcelona’s famed academy.The former Liverpool manager, 57, said he was taking a year out of football after leaving Anfield in May.Red Bull chief Jurgen Klopp is set to pounce for two Barcelona youngstersCredit: PABut Klopp stunned supporters when earlier this month he announced he was becoming Red Bull’s new Head of Global Football.The Premier League and Champions League winner is now in charge of business dealings for clubs including RB Leipzig and RB Salzburg.And he will pocket up to £10million each year in his new role.Red Bull have already been making moves under the German after investing in French side Paris FC.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd reports in Spain claim Klopp now wants to boost Red Bull’s incredible stable of young talents by poaching two of the best from Barcelona.According to Sport, Klopp would first like to sign Spain U19 midfielder Aleix Garrido.The talented playmaker, who turns 21 in February, has just one senior appearance for Barca and is out of contract next summer.He is ready for a change of scenery and would be tempted by a move to Red Bull, with Austrian giants Salzburg the most likely destination.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSKlopp also hopes to pull off a deal for Germany U19 winger Noah Darvich.The 18-year-old is highly regarded at Barcelona following a £4million move from Freiburg’s academy last year.Ex-Liverpool boss and heavy metal fan Jurgen Klopp soundproofs £6m mansion in Germany’s ‘Beverly Hills’Midfielder Aleix Garrido could be on his way to RB SalzburgCredit: GettyWinger Noah Darvich could return to Germany with RB LeipzigCredit: GettyHe too is yet to make a senior appearance but has been tipped as a future first-team star.And due to Darvich’s German roots, he would likely end up at Leipzig.However, the ace is tied down to Barcelona until 2026.He is also said to have a mind-blowing £1BILLION release clause.But with Barca’s financial troubles well-documented, a fair bid from Red Bull and Klopp could be enough to twist their arm.Klopp has botched his Liverpool exit… and it’s cost him his legacy, says Dave KiddBy Dave KiddNOW we know Jurgen Klopp’s final major trophy haul at Liverpool — one Champions League, one Premier League, one FA Cup, two League Cups and (if you must) a World Club Cup.But where does his reign stand among the greatest of the Premier League era?In black-and-white terms, Klopp is way behind Sir Alex Ferguson and Pep Guardiola, the only two men to have won multiple Premier Leagues and a Champions League at the same club.Those two sit alongside Brian Clough, Bob Paisley and Sir Matt Busby as the undoubted all-time managerial greats of the English game.But Klopp ranks in the next tier down — with Arsene Wenger, Jose Mourinho (the Chelsea version), Bill Shankly and Don Revie.These were all men with the strength of character to transform their clubs in their own image and enjoy success but who did not win as much as they might have done.Had Klopp managed to keep his intentions under wraps and ended up with another title, perhaps even a treble or quadruple, he’d have edged himself up into that highest echelon with Ferguson, Guardiola, Clough, Paisley and Busby.But deciding the timing and the manner of your exit is one of the toughest calls for any manager or sportsman.Klopp got it wrong.Read Dave Kidd’s take on Klopp’s demise in full here.Or click here to check out all of Dave Kidd’s articles. More

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      Barcelona line up shock moves for Darwin Nunez and Alexander Isak if they fail to complete Erling Haaland transfer

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      BARCELONA will move for TWO of the Premier League’s biggest stars if they fail in their bid to land Erling Haaland.It was recently reported that the Spanish giants are planning a mega transfer move for Haaland to crown the grand re-opening of the Nou Camp.Barcelona want to sign Erling HaalandCredit: GettyDarwin Nunez would be targetted if they fail to sign the Man City starCredit: PANewcastle’s Alexander Isak is also a targetCredit: GettyManchester City’s star man is in his third season at the Etihad.But after scoring copious amounts of goals and winning everything there is to win, Haaland’s future in the North West remains unclear.And that’s put Barcelona on red-alert.In February, his agent held a meeting with Barcelona in what could be a hint at the forward’s future.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSFootage captured from Spanish media showed Barca sporting director Deco meeting with superagent Rafaela Pimenta.Reports at the time alleged that Haaland’s future was discussed at the meeting.The 23-year-old has previously been linked with Spanish giants Real Madrid.He  has a contract at Man City running until 2027 which sees him earn £375,000 a week before bonuses.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut Barcelona already have plans in place about alternative players to swoop for if they miss out on Haaland.SunSport can reveal Newcastle hitman Alexander Isak is high on their list as is Darwin Nunez.Man United dressing room was BUGGED during match against Aston Villa in a shocking security breachBoth are seen by Barcelona chiefs as potential marquee signings who would excite the fans.And the players are likely to be more open-minded to a move to Spain than Haaland.Swedish sensation Isak almost switched to Barcelona over the summer, after being pursued by the Catalan giants.Nunez is believed to be growing increasingly frustrated by his lack of first-team action at Anfield.Although new-manager Arne Slot is a fan, Diogo Jota has started more games than him this season.The Catalans top LaLiga with eight wins from nine under Hansi Flick.And despite their well-documented financial troubles, Barcelona continue to attract some of football’s biggest names.READ MORE SUN STORIESSpain’s Euro winner Dani Olmo was the latest superstar to join this summer.They also managed to coax Wojciech Szczesny out of retirement following Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s major injury blow. More

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      Former Chelsea star plots raid on old club for two stars including audacious Barcelona loan swoop for £58m ace

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      BARCELONA chief Deco is plotting to raid former club Chelsea for two stars this winter.The Portuguese ace is sporting director at the Nou Camp after a glittering playing career.Barcelona chief Deco is targeting two signings from Chelsea this winterCredit: GettyThe ace won two FA Cups and a title as a Chelsea playerCredit: PA:Press AssociationDeco won five titles and two Champions Leagues with Porto and Barcelona.He then moved to Chelsea in 2008 and played 58 times while leading the Blues to two FA Cups and a Premier League.After hanging up his boots in 2013 following a spell with Fluminense, the 75-time Portugal international took time out of the game before becoming an agent.But Deco returned to the biggest stage of all when he was named Barcelona’s new sporting director last year.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe has already helped his former club seal some big deals, including £55million summer signing Dani Olmo.And now, Deco is reportedly lining up a double raid on Chelsea for two midfielders.Football Espana claims the Nou Camp chief is first confident of tying up a loan deal for Carney Chukwuemeka.It’s reckoned the ex-Aston Villa man was an option for Barcelona over the summer, but doubts over his fitness following a long-term injury scuppered the deal.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSChukwuemeka is now fit and ready to fire.But he is way down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge, making him a viable target for Barcelona in January.Chelsea fans love Cole Palmer’s reaction to huge brawl – but work out clever reason why he didn’t get involvedCarney Chukwuemeka is one of Barca’s top targetsCredit: GettyThe Spaniards would also a loan deal for Romeo LaviaCredit: AlamyDeco’s other target at Chelsea is less realistic though.He is said to be a huge fan of Romeo Lavia, who has barely featured for the Blues following a £58m move from Southampton last year.Deco would love to take the former Man City holding midfielder to the Nou Camp.But Enzo Maresca is reportedly keen to get Lavia into his starting XI and is extremely unlikely to sanction an exit, even on a short-term basis.Players signed under Boehly at ChelseaRaheem Sterling – £50mKalidou Koulibaly £33mGabriel Slonina – £8mCarney Chukweumeka – £20mMarc Cucurella – £57.5mCesare Casadei – £13.3mWesley Fofana – £70mPierre-Emerick Aubameyang – £10.3mDenis Zakaria – £2.7m (Loan fee)David Datro Fofana – £10.6mBenoit Badiashile – £33.7mAndrey Santos – £11.1mJoao Felix – £9.7m (Loan fee)Mykhailo Mudryk – £62m Noni Madueke – £30mMalo Gusto – £26.75mEnzo Fernandez – £107.8mChristopher Nkunku – £52mDiego Moreira – FREENicolas Jackson – £31.5mAngelo Gabriel – £13mLesley Ugochukwu – £23.3mAxel Disasi – £38.9mRobert Sanchez – £20mMoises Caicedo – £115mRomeo Lavia – £53.2mDeivid Washington – £13.7mCole Palmer – £40.1mDjordje Petrovic – £13.6mTosin Adarabioyo – FREEMarc Guiu – £5.1mCaleb Wiley – £8.63mRenato Veiga – £12mAarón Anselmino – £14mOmari Kellyman – £19.2mFilip Jorgensen – £21mKiernan Dewsbury-Hall – £30.2mPedro Neto – £51mJoao Felix – £42.6mMike Penders – £17m More

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      Barcelona ‘planning transfer move for Man City ace Haaland’ to crown grand re-opening of 105,000-capacity Nou Camp

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      BARCELONA are reportedly planning a mega transfer move for Erling Haaland to crown the grand re-opening of the Nou Camp.Manchester City’s star man is in his third season at the Etihad.Barcelona are plotting a swoop for Man City star Erling HaalandCredit: GettyBarca want to unveil Haaland when they re-open the redeveloped Nou CampCredit: GettyBut after scoring copious goals and winning everything there is to win, Haaland’s future in the North West remains unclear.The striker has been linked with a move to Real Madrid ever since his early playing days.And with Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr now at the Bernabeu, as well as close pal Jude Bellingham, it’s reckoned Haaland is starting to consider his options.However, Sport claims it’s actually Real’s fierce rivals Barcelona who are plotting a major swoop.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Catalans top LaLiga with eight wins from nine under Hansi Flick.And despite their well-documented financial troubles, Barcelona continue to attract some of football’s biggest names.Spain’s Euro winner Dani Olmo was the latest superstar to join this summer.While they even managed to coax Wojciech Szczesny out of retirement following Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s major injury blow.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBarcelona chiefs are now looking ahead to the future, specifically to 2026 for the planned re-opening of the Nou Camp.The stunning stadium is set to hold 105,000 fans when it’s back in business.Top 10 highest-paid Premier League starsAnd big-wigs are eager to unveil a huge superstar signing to go alongside it, with Haaland the top choice.It’s reckoned president Joan Laporta is ready to go all out to make a move happen.He is confident a deal can be made due to willingness on Haaland’s end.But it remains unclear how Barcelona would afford him, with the Norwegian on a base salary of £375,000-a-week at City that rises as high as £850,000 with performance-related bonuses. More

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      Moment Wojciech Szczesny says ‘I won’t tell anyone’ after Barcelona star’s chat with Cristiano Ronaldo in tunnel

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      REAL MADRID legend Cristiano Ronaldo met with new Barcelona goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny backstage during the international break.Szczesny, 34, attended Poland’s Nations League clash with Portugal at the Kazimierz Gorski National Stadium in Warsaw on Saturday and watched Ronaldo and co beat his national team 3-1.Cristiano Ronaldo and Wojciech Szczesny met backstage before Poland vs PortugalCredit: X @updates_fcbarcaSzczesny revealed to Ronaldo his son is a big fan, but ‘won’t tell anybody’Credit: AFPSzczesny came out of retirement to join Barcelona, who used to be Real Madrid legend Ronaldo’s rivalsCredit: ReutersThe ex-Arsenal keeper retired from all football last season, following seven year at Juventus.However the Polish stopper incredibly made a stunning U-turn last month to sign for LaLiga giants Barcelona, following an injury to their No1 Marc-Andre ter Stegen. Szczesny still is not part of Michal Probierz’s Poland squad.But, as he gears up for a return between the sticks, he paid a visit to his former international team-mates before their marquee clash.Read More on FootballThat is where the ex-Juventus star got the chance to catch up with Portugal captain Ronaldo backstage, while flanked by his starstuck kids.The pair played together at Juventus and Szczesny was caught on camera telling the five-time Ballon d’Or winner that his son is a fan and wanted an autograph.That was when the keeper joked he “won’t tell anybody” given Barcelona and Real’s fierce rivalry.Szczesny told Ronaldo: “I play for Barcelona now.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSRonaldo responded: ” I know.”Szczesny continued: “But he [his son] is one of your fans. Don’t worry, I won’t tell anybody.Szczesny reveals he was fined £34k for being 113 seconds late for training Ronaldo replied: “Unbelievable, from retirement to a big club.”Ronaldo spent nine glittering years with Real as he amassed a staggering 450 goals and 131 assists in 438 appearances while also winning two LaLiga titles and four Champions League trophies.The Manchester United legend left Los Blancos in 2018 for Juventus where he played with Szczesny for three years before returning to Old Trafford. More

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      Man Utd ‘already considering buying back star they sold for £5m in May’ as Real Madrid and Barcelona eye transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly considering making a huge transfer U-turn a mere FIVE MONTHS after sanctioning the sale of a former player.According to reports, manager Erik Ten Hag is already plotting to bring in reinforcements in January – despite his neck being on the chopping block.Manchester United are reportedly contemplating re-signing Alvaro Carrera’s from BenficaCredit: GettyThe Red Devils sold the left-back to the Portuguese club for £5million in MayCredit: GETTYUnited are reportedly considering triggering the buy-back clause they placed in the dealCredit: GETTYAnd it’s claimed the club are contemplating re-signing defender Alvaro Carreras – who they sold to Benfica last summer.That’s according to the Portuguese newspaper O Jogo, who claim the Red Devils are considering exercising the buy-back clause they placed in the £5million deal they struck with the Lisbon club.United, however, will reportedly face competition for the 21-year-old’s services from La Liga giants Barcelona and Real Madrid.The Red Devils signed Carerras from Real in September 2020, pipping both Barca and Manchester City to his services.READ MORE ON MAN UTDBut he failed to make a single first-team appearance for the club, who sent him on loan three times before he joined Benfica on a permanent deal in May.Carreras has gone from strength to strength since moving to the Portuguese capital, making nine appearances in all competitions this season.Ten Hag may not get to bring Carreras back to Old Trafford as he’s seemingly on the verge of being sacked, although the Dutchman remains confident of turning things around.He told Sky Sports earlier this month: “We are going to make a success from the season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Nothing is easy, but this is nothing for me to panic about. “We can sort [the problems] out, this team can sort this out.”Erik ten Hag and Ruud van Nistelrooy caught in heated conversation during Man Utd’s draw at Villa “I’m not thinking about it,” he said when asked if he’s worried about being sacked. “I’m not anxious.”We created a togetherness in the summer with the ownership and the leadership.”We made this agreement, and we were all behind it. We know the strategy [is to bring in] young players in a transition period.”They also know in May in all my last six seasons there were always trophies and that is what we are aiming for.”Manchester United will be back in action on Saturday afternoon, welcoming Brentford to Old Trafford. More

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      Txiki Begiristain to leave Man City as key Pep Guardiola ally makes decision with manager’s future up in the air

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      MANCHESTER City supremo Txiki Begiristain is leaving the Premier League champions.And the imminent departure of sporting director Begiristain will only increase speculation about the future of boss Pep Guardiola.Txiki Begiristain is set to depart the Etihad next summer after 13 yearsCredit: PAManager Pep Guardiola won’t have Begiristain’s assistance next seasonCredit: RexBegiristain, 60, joined City from Barcelona in 2012 and was instrumental in bringing Guardiola to the Etihad in 2015 to spark the most successful period in the club’s history.He has played a key role in identifying and appointing his replacement, who will start in the role in early 2025.The outgoing sporting director will spend six months helping the new man settle in before ending his association with City.The identity of the Etihad’s new football chief has not been revealed.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSBut Newcastle flop Hugo Viana, who is currently the director of football at Sporting Lisbon, is believed to be in the frame to take over.The Potuguese, who had an underwhelming four years with the Toon after joining for £8million from Sporting in 2002, had been linked with a job working in Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s backroom team at Manchester United.Begiristain was intending to quit five years ago, but stayed on to be part of the push for City to win their first Champions League – which they finally did when completing the Treble in 2022-23.The news comes shortly after positive noises emerged from City about the possibility of Guardiola extending his current deal beyond the end of this season.Most read in FootballGuadiola’s future is not necessarily tied in with that of Begiristain and the club would be very reluctant to say goodbye to the two most important people in their football operation in quick succession.But the prospect of losing key ally Begiristain, especially after a current season which will be dominated by off-field events, will surely be a factor in Guardiola’s decision.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe pair have known each other for more than 30 years after being team-mates in the Barcelona team that won the club’s first European title in 1992.Begiristain became director of football at the Camp Nou in 2003. Pep Guardiola breaks silence on Phil Foden situation after fans’ conspiracy theory over England star’s absence Under him, Guardiola was given the job of head coach in 2008 and they enjoyed two successful seasons together before Begiristain left in the wake of the departure of president Joan Laporta.Begiristain arrived at City a month after former Barcelona chief executive Ferran Soriano, who has held the same role at the Etihad for 12 years.Their long-term plan to reunite with Guardiola and build a dynasty at the Etihad came to fruition nine years ago.City have won 15 major trophies, including six Premier League titles and the crowns of European and world champions with the three men at the helm.But the club has also found itself at the centre of the biggest row in Premier League history.READ MORE SUN STORIESA hearing is underway into allegations that City broke PL rules more than 100 times in relation to sponsorship deals, player and manager contracts and failure to cooperate with the investigation.City deny all the charges. An initial verdict is expected in the spring, but the saga is unlikely to end there and Begiristain will be gone before everything is resolved.Man City vs the Premier League: Q&ABy Martin LiptonBOTH Manchester City and the Premier League were claiming a win after their legal scrap over Associated Party Transactions.SunSport sifts the claims to try to explain the latest issues.What was the case about?City were furious that Prem bosses brought in new tougher regulations – by the smallest possible majority under League rules – in February. They were aimed at blocking clubs bypassing financial controls by earning “unfair” amounts via sponsorship from a company with the same owners, or selling players on the cheap to teams under the same ownership umbrella.Why were City so upset?The Etihad club argued that the rules were illegal and had been deliberately aimed at them by rivals and were both flawed and politically driven. They also branded the “two thirds support” rule that has been part of Prem regulations since its inception as a “tyranny of the majority”This was an Arbitration Tribunal – explain that?Under Prem rules, any club has the right to ask for Arbitration if they are unhappy about the regulations or due process. The three retired judges heard evidence in June and their full ruling was distributed to the 20 Prem clubs on Monday afternoon.And what did they say?Depending on who you listen to, they either totally vindicated one side or the other. The actual answer is that there were “wins” for both City and the Prem. But it’s your choice which ones meant more.OK, what were City’s wins?Maybe the most important one in terms of the repercussions. That both the new rules and the previous version – brought  in after Saudi Arabia’s PIF bought Newcastle in 2021 –  were “unlawful” as they exclude shareholder loans to clubs in any APT calculations.  City also won over their claims that the rulebook prevented them from responding to Prem decisions over whether two proposed deals with Abu Dhabi companies represented “Fair Market Value”, access to the “databank” of comparable deals and the time it took for decisions to be reached.That sounds pretty big. So what about the Prem’s side?The key finding as far as the League is concerned is that the Tribunal backed the concept of APT rules as well as the Fair Market Value tests. Additionally, City’s challenges to the actual decisions on the two proposed deals “failed”. Prem bosses insist the “rulebook has been found to comply with competition and public law standards and is an effective and necessary system”.Is that it, then?Of course not. That shareholder loan issue is a big deal, given that it is believed owners have loaned around £1.5bn at low or preferential rates across the Prem. Those loans will almost certainly have to be calculated at commercial rates now, unless the owners convert them into shares. But the League is convinced the main thrust of the rules remains valid.And what will be the impact on the “115 charges” case?Probably nothing. That is an allegation of breaking the rules, while this matter was City questioning whether one small element of the current rulebook was legitimate. But City are using the same legal team, headed by £10,000 per hour Lord Pannick KC. And the stakes on the bigger case are a great deal higher. More

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      Ronaldinho’s son, 19, moves to England with influencer girlfriend as he follows in Barcelona legend’s footsteps

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      RONALDINHO’S son has moved to England and is set to play for Burnley.Joao Mendes, 19, has made a permanent move to the UK with his girlfriend Giovanna Buscacio, 24.Ronaldinho’s son Joao Mendes has moved to England with his girlfriendCredit: @giobuscacio/NewsflashMendes is following in his father Ronaldinho’s footsteps in footballCredit: @_mendesjoao_/NewsflashMendes is set to play for Burnley in the ChampionshipCredit: @_mendesjoao_/NewsflashMendes has moved to the UK with his influencer girlfriend Giovanna BuscacioCredit: @_mendesjoao_/NewsflashGiovanna has over 131,000 followers on InstagramCredit: @giobuscacio/NewsflashMendes was pictured with a Clarets shirt in August after reportedly signing with the Championship outfit.Reports now suggest the winger, who could start out in Burnley’s Under-21 side, has now moved to Manchester.The Brazilian has reportedly been living in Manchester since September with his influencer girlfriend with whom he’s been with for two years.Giovanna has over 131,000 followers on Instagram and has been sharing several snaps on social media showing their new life in England.Read More on FootballMendes has been following in his father’s footsteps since the age of 13 when he started playing club football in Brazil.The led the forward to Barcelona’s famous La Masia academy where he played until June.Mendes’ contract with Burnley will reportedly run for the next two years.Ronaldinho, 44, burst onto the scene in the 2002 World Cup when he helped Brazil lift the trophy by beating Germany in the final.Most read in ChampionshipThat led to a lucrative move to Barcelona in 2003 where he amassed a staggering total of 94 goals and 71 assists in 207 appearances.The star forward also won two LaLiga titles, the 2005 Ballon d’Or and the 2006 Champions League during his five-year stint with Barca.Watch as Lamine Yamal, 17, stars alongside Ronaldinho and Barcelona legends in incredible new kit advertThe Brazil legend rolled credits on his 17-year career, which also saw him playing for Paris Saint-Germain and AC Milan, in 2015 with 33 goals in 97 caps.Giovanna has already started sharing snaps from their new life in EnglandCredit: @giobuscacio/NewsflashMendes is set to start playing for Burnley’s Under-21 sideCredit: @_mendesjoao_/NewsflashGiovanna shares a series of glam pics on social mediaCredit: @giobuscacio/NewsflashGiovanna will be rooting for Mendes from the standsCredit: @giobuscacio/Newsflash More