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      Arsenal line up shock Joao Cancelo transfer with Man City ‘ready to sell’ after Bayern Munich snub £61million buy option

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      JOAO CANCELO will be sent back to Manchester City after Bayern Munich decided not to take up their £60million option to buy him in a boost for Arsenal.The German giants negotiated the clause when they signed the Portugal international on loan for the rest of the season in January.
      Bayern Munich have opted against signing Joao Cancelo from Man CityCredit: Getty
      Cancelo, 29, helped Bayern win the Bundesliga at the weekend but has had a mixed spell at the Allianz Arena.
      And the decision has been taken by boss Thomas Tuchel and the club not to extend his stay in Bavaria.
      City chief Pep Guardiola gave him the green light to move after the defender lost his starting place and made his feelings known.
      Cancelo’s chances of forcing his way back into the reckoning at the Etihad appear slim as the side have coped well without him.
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      Barcelona are keen on the ex-Juventus man but Treble-chasing City may have to drop their asking price to get rid of him.
      Meanwhile, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano also states that Arsenal are lining up a shock swoop for the defender.
      He claims that Barca have had “genuine interest since January” in Cancelo but any potential move “depends on FFP”.
      However, he added that “Arsenal appreciate Cancelo” and that “he’s one of the names in the list” of potential targets for boss Mikel Arteta.
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      Gunners left-back Kieran Tierney looks set to depart to the Emirates over the coming weeks.
      Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is allegedly hoping for a reunion with the Scottish ace at Aston Villa while Newcastle are also keen on the ex-Celtic man.
      And that could free up room for Arsenal to land Cancelo. More

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      Fans call Bundesliga a ‘fix’ after bizarre gaffe stops Koln attack before Bayern Munich win title yet again

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      FANS have put a dampener on Bayern Munich’s dramatic title glory – by claiming it was fixed.Sprinklers on the pitch went off as Koln attacked in Bayern’s 2-1 win – persuading ref Sven Jablonski to halt play and sparking wild speculation on social media.
      Injured Bayern skipper Manuel Neuer shrugged off the sprinkler controversy to get changed and lift the Bundesliga trophyCredit: Getty
      A sprinkler went off as Koln pressed forward, leading to conspiracy theories from some fans that Bayern were being helped in their title bidCredit: Bundesliga
      Bayern fans were out on the streets on Sunday celebrating 11 successive titlesCredit: EPA
      Thomas Tuchel’s men were 1-0 in front at the time through Kingsley Coman, with victory vital in their hunt for 11 crowns in a row.
      Koln midfielder Dejan Ljubicic hit a late penalty leveller but Jamal Musiala smashed an outstanding clincher for Bayern on 89 minutes.
      That left Borussia Dortmund needing to turn a 1-0 deficit at home to Mainz into victory to steal the crown
      Niklas Sule did notch a leveller six minutes into stoppage time but there was no time left for Dortmund to nick a winner.
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      And some observers were quick to pour cold water on Bayern’s triumph.
      Sprinklers popped up outside their penalty area during a testing moment in the 72nd minute against Koln.
      Bayern were handed possession back – and then picked up the title too.
      Fans then showered social media with a mixture of conspiracy theories and amusement.
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      One posted: “Investigate Bayern” and an equally-cheeky supporter wrote: “Fixed match.” 
      A third wrote: “No way Bayern let off sprinklers during the match” – followed by crying-with-laughter emojis.
      But perhaps the most cynical response on social media was: “That’s an insane way of rigging the game lmao there is no way that’s a mistake.”
      Tuchel didn’t refer to the incident afterwards but said: “We had the last shot and the last answer to all the questions with Jamal. 
      “We’ll take it, but it was a crazy, crazy afternoon.”
      Yet minutes after clinching another historic success, Bayern announced the sackings of CEO Oliver Kahn and sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic.
      Tuchel said: “Instead of celebrating, we now have another issue” manager Thomas Tuchel said in response to the sackings.” More

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      Man Utd and Liverpool battle Real Madrid in transfer race for World Cup winner and Bayern Munich star

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Liverpool are reportedly battling Real Madrid in the chase to sign Benjamin Pavard.The French World Cup winner, 27, has been at Bayern Munich for four years.
      Three huge clubs are all chasing Bayern Munich defender Benjamin PavardCredit: Getty
      The full-back is a regular at the Bundesliga club but speculation has been mounting over his future.
      We reported this week how United supporters reacted underwhelming as they were linked with a move for Pavard.
      Now journalist Georg Holzner claims that the Red Devils face a fight to sign the star.
      It has been reported Premier League rivals Liverpool also want Pavard.
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      And LaLiga giants Real Madrid have also joined the race with all three sides having already contacted Bayern to enquire about the player.
      United are already well-stocked in full back areas, with Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia occupying the left-back area and Diogo Dalot and Aaron Wan-Bissaka the main right-backs.
      But Pavard comes with pedigree having won the World Cup in 2018 and the Champions League with Bayern in 2020.
      He has made 29 appearances at club level this term, scoring four goals and registering a single assist.
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      Despite Bayern’s season appearing to be heading towards a potential treble going into the March international break, it now looks set to end in major disappointment.
      The baffling decision to sack Julian Nagelsmann and replace him with Thomas Tuchel has been followed by an incredible collapse.
      The European powerhouse were quickly knocked out of the Champions League and German Cup.
      And they now face losing the league, which they have won consecutively for the last decade, if Dortmund win on the final day of the season. More

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      Man Utd ‘join transfer race for World Cup and Champions League winner’ but fans say ‘he’s just not needed’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have been left completely underwhelmed after the Red Devils were linked with a move for Benjamin Pavard.The Frenchman has been at Bayern Munich for four years and established himself as one of their first-choice full-backs.
      Pavard arrived at the Allianz Arena from Stuttgart in 2019Credit: AFP
      But reports indicated he could be on his way this summer with clubs enquiring about his availability.
      Man United have reportedly joined the queue for the 27-year-old – but fans aren’t best please with the news.
      One said on Twitter: “No. Don’t do this.”
      Another fan added: “Absolutely not needed.”
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      While another supporter said: “Why are we always linked with older players?”
      German outlet Kicker carried the initial report that Pavard has become of interest to Old Trafford chiefs.
      This is despite the fact that United are already well-stocked in full back areas, with Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia occupying the left-back area and Diogo Dalot and Aaron Wan-Bissaka the main right-backs.
      But Pavard comes with pedigree having won the World Cup in 2018 with France and the Champions League with Bayern in 2020.
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      He has has made 29 appearances for Bayern this season, scoring four goals and registering a single assist.
      His at club level has been far more fruitful than with France, where Pavard was sensationally accused of leaking dressing room information during the World Cup.
      Bayern’s season had at one stage appeared to be heading towards a potential treble as the domestic season went into the March international break.
      But the baffling decision to sack Julian Nagelsmann and replace him with Thomas Tuchel has been followed by an incredible collapse.
      The European powerhouse were quickly knocked out of the Champions League and German Cup and now face losing the league if Dortmund win on the final day of the season.
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      Lucas Hernandez ‘agrees deal to join European giants’ but Bayern Munich could still block transfer

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      BAYERN MUNICH could still put the block on Lucas Hernandez’s exit – despite reports he has agreed terms with Paris Saint-Germain.The defender, who can operate at left-back or more centrally, is about to enter the final 12 months of his contract.
      Lucas Hernandez has allegedly agreed terms with PSG but Bayern Munich want him to stayCredit: Getty
      The 2018 French World Cup winner, 27, arrived at Bayern from Atletico Madrid in a £68m deal.
      He has won both the Bundesliga three times since as well as the Champions League in 2020.
      But he is still recovering from the ACL tear he suffered for his country during France’s World Cup opener with Australia in November.
      And now that has raised serious questions over his future during this summer transfer window.
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      L’Equipe are now reporting that Hernandez and PSG sporting advisor Luis Campos have reached an agreement in principle over a potential contract.
      However, the publication also adds that Bayern Munich have ZERO intentions of letting him go.
      Hernandez has allegedly been offered a new four-year contract extension to stay in Germany.
      Bayern sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic has now also publicly revealed that he is willing to try and tie the star down with a new long-term package in order to keep him.
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      Now it seems that PSG face the tricky proposition of trying to convince Bayern to sell as Hernandez’s future hangs in the balance.
      Although L’Equipe also states that the player has so far made no indication that he wants to extend his stay. More

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      Man Utd ‘chasing Sadio Mane’ in shock summer transfer but face competition from top four rivals

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are in the hunt to sign Sadio Mane this summer but face competition from Newcastle, according to reports.The ex-Liverpool winger is expected to leave Bayern Munich after just one season with the club.
      Sadio Mane could secure a move back to the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty
      Sky Sports in Germany claim they want to get rid of him after a troubled campaign.
      The Senegalese international punched team-mate Leroy Sane after a Champions League tie versus Manchester City.
      Mane was suspended and fined a reported £250,000.
      He earns a supposed £17.4million per year, meaning many sides are likely to be priced out.
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      Man Utd would be able to afford him and are interested as he would be able to add versatility and experience to the attack.
      Mane wanted a move to the Red Devils prior to signing for Liverpool in 2016.
      Meanwhile, Newcastle are in for the 31-year-old as Eddie Howe looks to bolster his attacking options with European football on the horizon.
      Chelsea were also reportedly keeping an eye on Mane’s situation but already have a bloated squad with plenty of wingers.
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      A switch back to Anfield appears unlikely after Jurgen Klopp signed the likes of Cody Gakpo and Darwin Nunez since his departure.
      Outside the Premier League, the Champions League winner could head to Barcelona but would need to take a pay cut as the club battle ongoing financial constraints.
      Teams from Saudi Arabia could also be keen as they look to add more high-profile players to their league. More

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      Man Utd battling City for Kovacic with Chelsea resigned to losing star in summer transfer

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      MATEO KOVACIC is “likely” to leave Chelsea at the end of the season, according to reports.The Croatian midfielder, 29, is set to enter the final year of his contract this summer.
      Mateo Kovacic, right, will enter the final year of his Chelsea contract this summerCredit: Alamy
      There is no sign an agreement will be reached to extend his deal beyond 2024.
      And new Blues owner Todd Boehly is keen to avoid players entering the final 12 months of their deals for fear of them departing on free transfers.
      Chelsea, who will not be in the Champions League next season, are also wanting to decrease the size of their squad following a £600million spending spree over the past two windows.
      A host of midfield options – N’Golo Kante, Enzo Fernandez, Conor Gallagher, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Mason Mount and Carney Chukwuemeka – means Chelsea can afford to offload Kovacic.
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      According to The Guardian, Bayern Munich, Manchester City and Manchester United are all interested in the former Real Madrid man.
      A move to Bayern is perhaps the most logical destination for Kovacic given he would reunite with Thomas Tuchel – who he won the Champions League under at Chelsea in 2021.
      But Man Utd will also be fighting for his signature as they seek world-class midfielders to go alongside Christian Eriksen and Casemiro.
      And Man City could pursue the Croat if they lose Ilkay Gundogan on a free transfer at the end of the campaign.
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      Kovacic signed a deal to permanently join the Blues in 2019 after a one-year loan spell at Stamford Bridge.
      Chelsea paid in the region of £40m, with the World Cup finalist going on to rack up more than 200 appearances, six goals and 15 assists.
      Along with his Champions League winner’s medal, Kovacic has also won the Europa League and Club World Cup during his time in West London.
      And he could be heading out of Chelsea’s exit door with England international Mount.
      The Blues academy prospect has failed to agree a new deal with his boyhood club and is set to become a free agent next summer.
      It means Boehly and Co could opt to cash in on him in the coming months, with Liverpool keeping a keen eye on the Three Lions star. More

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      Ex-Man Utd star Daley Blind offered shock transfer return to former club aged 33

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      EX-MANCHESTER UNITED star Daley Blind has been offered a return to his former club, according to reports.Blind, 33, starred for Man Utd between 2014 and 2018, making 141 appearances for the Red Devils.
      Daley Blind is in line for a return to his former clubCredit: Getty
      He played 141 times for Man UtdCredit: Willie Vass
      Blind has reportedly been offered a return to AjaxCredit: Getty
      Famed for his football IQ, Blind has enjoyed a trophy-laden career across Europe.
      The Dutchman now stars for Bayern Munich, having joined the club on a free transfer in January.
      However, Blind could now be in line for a return to Ajax with his contract in Munich expiring in the summer.
      According to Dutch outlet De Telegraaf, Blind has been asked by Ajax technical director Klaas Jan Huntelaar if he is open to returning.
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      Blind reportedly experienced issues under former boss Alfred Schreuder, prompting his departure in the last transfer window.
      The defender has had two previous spells at Ajax, coming through the club’s academy before transferring to Man Utd in 2014.
      After his spell at Old Trafford Blind returned to Ajax.
      Overall he has made 333 appearances for them, winning seven league titles, the Dutch Cup twice and Dutch Super Cup twice.
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      Blind shockingly collapsed during an Ajax friendly against Hertha Berlin in 2020.
      It came after he was diagnosed with a heart muscle inflammation in 2019.
      Following his collapse, Blind was fitted with a pacemaker and returned to football.
      As well as Ajax, De Telegraaf’s report claims he is “seriously considering” a move to Antwerp following a conversation between their director of football Marc Overmars and Blind’s father Danny. More