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      Arsenal loanee Matteo Guendouzi hits rocks at Hertha Berlin after being seen arguing with team-mates in relegation scrap

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      MATTEO GUENDOUZI argued with a Hertha Berlin team-mate in his latest career lowlight.
      The Arsenal midfielder, 21, was shipped out on loan to Germany for this season.

      Matteo Guendouzi got into another bust-up with his own team during Hertha Berlin’s midweek defeatCredit: AFP or licensors

      That transfer, sealed on deadline day, came about following a series of fallouts with Mikel Arteta and the Gunners.
      And it appears he is still struggling to control his emotions following a bust-up this week.
      Guendouzi and Hertha forward Matheus Cunha reportedly got into a heated clash on their way out for the second half during the 3-0 defeat to Hoffenheim.
      The ex-Lorient man has not featured for Arsenal since the fateful defeat away at Brighton on June 20.

      He scrapped with compatriot Neal Maupay on the pitch and bragged to the Seagulls players over his £40,000-a-week wages.
      Before that, Guendouzi was in hot water with Arteta during a mid-season training camp in Dubai where he reportedly got into incidents with club staff, Sokratis and Edu.
      To make matters worse for him in Germany, Hertha Berlin have now lost three of their last four, picking up one draw and scoring just once.
      And Saturday’s 4-1 home defeat to Werder Bremen left them two points outside the Bundesliga relegation zone – leading to the sacking of manager Bruno Labbadia and sporting director Michael Preetz.

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      That will come as a blow for Guendouzi, who recovered from Covid-19 at the beginning of the season to become an integral member of the team under Labbadia.
      The Frenchman has played the full the 90 minutes in Hertha Berlin’s last 12 matches after breaking into the side.
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      Guendouzi has not played for Arsenal since the away defeat at Brighton in JuneCredit: AFP or licensors

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      Barcelona ‘eye up Sergio Aguero and David Alaba on FREE transfers at end of season when duo’s contracts run out’

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      BARCELONA are reportedly looking to bring Sergio Aguero and David Alaba to the Nou Camp on free transfers.
      The Manchester City striker and Bayern Munich defender are in the final six months of their respective contracts and are free to talk to clubs abroad.

      Manchester City star Sergio Aguero could leave the club in the summerCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      David Alaba is expected to leave Bayern Munich in the summer when his contract expiresCredit: Getty Images

      SunSport exclusively revealed earlier this month that the Blaugrana were eyeing up a move for Aguero.
      The 32-year-old – who has been limited to just five Premier League games this term due to injury – is still waiting to see whether the Citizens will hand him a fresh new deal.
      Meanwhile it is believed that Alaba will run his contract down in Germany as he seeks a new challenge having won everything with the Bavarian giants.
      Barca’s rivals Real Madrid are understood to be in pole position to sign the Austria international in the summer.

      And it has been claimed that the 28-year-old has even agreed a four-year deal with Los Blancos, though Mundo Deportivo insist Barca are refusing to give up hope of landing him.
      They state that Barcelona are determined to finally secure his services having failed to prise him away from Bayern in both 2012 and 2018.
      It has been suggested that Alaba is seen as an attractive option for Ronald Koeman due to the fact he can play in numerous positions.
      As for Aguero, it has been said that Barca are on the lookout for a new centre-forward after allowing Luis Suarez to join Atletico Madrid last summer.

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      The news outlet also suggests that signing Aguero could convince Lionel Messi to extend his contract in Catalonia with the pair close friends.
      Funds are reportedly limited in the summer for Barcelona, with the club unable to make any luxury purchases, forcing them to explore the free transfer market.
      And they have identified Aguero’s City team-mate Eric Garcia, and Dutch duo Georginio Wijnaldum and Memphis Depay as other potential recruits.

      Koeman recently declared that money is tight at the club as he spoke of his desire to bring in new faces.
      He said: “My position is known: we lack people, but the economic situation of the club is an influence.
      “I think we all think the same. If no one arrives, I accept it and we continue the same, but if we want more we must sign.”

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      Man Utd transfer target Jamal Musiala’s contract talks with Bayern Munich held up by 17-year-old’s £100k-a-week demands

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      JAMAL MUSIALA’s wage demands are reportedly holding up contract negotiations with Bayern Munich.
      The 17-year-old wants £100,000-a-week despite making just 20 senior appearances for the Bundesliga champions.

      Jamal Musiala, 17, has scored three times for Bayern Munich this seasonCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      The former Chelsea youngster’s move to the Allianz Arena has been vindicatedCredit: AFP or licensors

      He has 18 months left on his youth agreement and Allianz Arena bigwigs are eager to secure his future.
      A failure to agree fresh terms could spark a summer transfer amid interest from Manchester United.
      But Goal claim negotiations are positive and talks are advancing with both parties keen to seek a resolution.
      The former Chelsea youngster is reportedly happy to remain at Bayern despite having plenty of admirers in the Premier League.

      Liverpool and Manchester City have also been credited with an interest.

      Stuttgart-born Musiala was a member of Chelsea’s youth academy before rejecting a bumper scholarship to join Bayern in 2019.
      The decision was vindicated after becoming the youngest player to play and score in the Bundesliga for the club.
      Bayern boss Hansi Flick has confirmed the plan is to tie him down to a longer deal.

      Flick said: “Jamal has enormous qualities.
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      “Bayern are clearly interested in retaining this player for a longer period of time.”
      Musiala has scored three Bundesliga goals this season – including a stunner in last month’s 3-3 draw with RB Leipzig.
      He has two caps for England’s Under-21s but the German Football Association are confident of securing his international future.
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      Erling Haaland apologises to Dortmund fans after ANOTHER loss and says ‘you deserve better’ as Marco Reus slams defence

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      ERLING HAALAND accepted that Borussia Dortmund fans ‘deserve better’ after a second defeat in a row.
      The Bundesliga side are languishing in seventh place after losing 4-2 at Borussia Monchengladbach.

      Erling Haaland scored twice as Borussia Dortmund lost on Friday nightCredit: AP:Associated Press

      Monchengladbach ran out 4-2 winners at Borussia-ParkCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      A brace from the 20-year-old Norwegian marksman had put Borussia ahead before a defensive collapse allowed Gladbach back in.
      Haaland tweeted afterwards: “We will work harder to be better.
      “You fans, deserve more.”
      Gladbach boss Marco Rose is linked with taking over at Signal Iduna Park following Lucien Favre’s sacking last month.

      Erzin Terdic has taken over on an interim basis but has earned just one point from a possible nine as the team continues to slide out of European contention.
      Nico Elvedi put Gladbach ahead on Friday night before Haaland’s brace made it 2-1 by the half-hour mark.

      Both goals were set up by Jadon Sancho with the second in particular featuring fancy footwork from the England winger, as well as a one-two with Jude Bellingham.
      Haaland now has a hugely impressive record of 21 goals in 19 appearances this season, with a rate of a goal-per-game since joining the German giants.

      But as soon as Dortmund were ahead, their opponents were allowed back in with Elvedi left all alone to tap in a rebound.
      Ramy Bensebaini tricked Julian Brandt before firing home a nice finish for 3-2.

      And the hosts leapfrogged Dortmund into fifth with the win, sealed on 78 minutes by Marcus Thuram’s free header.
      Borussia favourite Marco Reus was left ruing his side’s defending, with no team outside the bottom three conceding more than his side in the past six games.
      He stated: “If we don’t turn things around, it will be difficult.
      “It’s always the same mistakes that we make. It absolutely stinks!”

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      Man Utd and Chelsea in Dayot Upamecano transfer blow as Bayern confirm interest and plan to activate £38m release clause

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      BAYERN MUNICH have confirmed their interest in Dayot Upamecano ahead of a summer swoop.
      The Bundesliga giants will battle the likes of Manchester United and Chelsea for the defender’s signature.

      Dayot Upamecano has emerged as a target for several Premier League clubsCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Bayern CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge hinted the club will trigger Upamecano’s £38million release clause.
      He said: “We will of course deal with it, not only with this player, but in principle with all the positions where we want and need to do something.”
      When quizzed about a transfer agreement, he added: “It’s too early for something like that, he’s still a Leipzig player at least until the end of the season.
      “But it’s common knowledge that he has a clause in his contract.”

      Bayern’s interest will come as a huge blow to the long list of other teams that are keen to sign him.
      Manchester United have wanted him since he joined Leipzig for £9million in 2017.
      But the Red Devils missed out on his signature then because of a row over just £200,000.
      Chelsea have been linked to him as Frank Lampard looks to strengthen his defensive options.

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      Dayot Upamecano extended his deal with RB Leipzig until 2023Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      Upamecano would provide competition at the back for 36-year-old Thiago Silva.
      In November it was reported that Upamecano had emerged as Liverpool’s top target.
      Arsenal, Manchester City and Real Madrid are also believed to be keen on him.
      Upamecano penned a new contract at Leipzig last summer, tying him down until 2023.

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      Bayern Munich would REJECT invitation to join European Super League after Man Utd’s secret talks, insists Rummenigge

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      BAYERN MUNICH would REJECT the chance to join a European Super League, according to club chief Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.
      Manchester United and Liverpool held stunning talks with Fifa last year about forming a new European league made up of 18 teams, including Bayern.

      Champions League holders Bayern Munich aren’t sold on a European Super LeagueCredit: Reuters

      Bayern chief Karl-Heinz Rummenigge said he would ‘decline’ an invitationCredit: EPA

      The two English giants are said to have come up with the proposal after their failed Project Big Picture idea.
      A £4.6billion-backed tournament would need the reigning Champions League winners to give it their support – but Rummenigge has admitted he would ‘decline’ any invitation.
      He told TZ and Merkur: “If the system changed, it could make it more difficult for many people to identify with football.
      “It could cause serious damage to the national leagues, that is why I have my reservations.

      “If I had to decide today for Bayern, I would decline.”
      Some see a potential mega-rich new competition as a good way to raise capital after the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
      And Rummenigge recognised a Super League could be economically beneficial and attract plenty of interest.
      He added: “They naturally think where there can be growth in the future, and a Super League would bring economic growth and arouse interest.”

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      A new European Super League would threaten the status of the continent’s top domestic leagues as well as Uefa’s flagship tournaments the Champions and Europa League.
      Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is a big supporter of a breakaway project.
      At the Spanish side’s annual general assembly, he said: “Nothing will be like it was before. The pandemic obliges us to make football more competitive.
      “We must innovate and look for formulas to ensure football remains attractive.
      “Real Madrid played a part in the foundation of Fifa and the European Cup and the current model needs a reboot, as the impact of Covid-19 has demonstrated.
      “Football needs new momentum and Real Madrid will be right there at the heart of it.”
      Uefa chief Alexander Ceferin was quoted in Slovenia as saying Perez ‘only watches football today, maybe tomorrow, but does not go beyond’.

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      Switzerland star Breel Embolo ‘flees from police in rooftop chase after they raid illegal lockdown party’

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      SWITZERLAND international Breel Embolo fled from police via a rooftop after an illegal lockdown party raid, reports say.
      According to German outlet BILD, the Borussia Monchengladbach forward was caught at an illegal party in Essen on Saturday, January 16.

      Breel Embolo fled from police in a rooftop chase after an illegal lockdown party raid, reports sayCredit: EPA

      They report the 23-year-old then fled from police, and did so by walking to an adjacent roof, entering another apartment through a window.
      It came after Gladbach’s 2-2 draw away at Stuttgart.
      Embolo was subsequently dropped for his side’s 1-0 loss against Werder Bremen due to the coronavirus breach.
      The striker admitted he went round a friend’s house to watch a basketball game, but denied attending a party.

      He wrote on Instagram: “On Sunday night, after the game against Stuttgart I went to dinner with a friend.
      “In the current circumstances, it was a mistake.
      “It is false information. The apartment I was in was near the room where this party took place.”

      Sports Finding say police were called to the party and that Embolo’s details were taken down and sent to Borussia Moenchengladbach.

      Despite denying his attendance at the party, the player will now have to return a negative coronavirus test before returning to squad training.
      He also wrote online: “That was a mistake in this day and age.
      “It was stupid of me and I apologise to my teammates, the club, and especially the fans.”

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      Man Utd ‘to re-enter Jadon Sancho transfer talks in spring ahead of Euros’ after failed move from Dortmund last summer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will have to wait until the spring to re-commence talks over Jadon Sancho, it has been claimed.
      Borussia Dortmund held out against the Red Devils’ attempts to sign the England winger last summer.

      Jadon Sancho could become a serious target for several clubs this springCredit: AFP or licensors

      But a fresh bid ahead of the Euros cannot be ruled out with Sancho again hitting form in the Bundesliga.
      German journalist Raphael Honigstein has told Sky Sports that a move in January is off the table.
      Instead clubs could reportedly begin negotiations in the spring for a switch at the end of the season.
      Borussia are seen as unlikely to lower their valuation of the 20-year-old, who still has two-and-a-half-years left on his contract.

      The transfer fee, agent payments and wages were all thought to be behind last summer’s move failing.
      And Sancho is happy to focus on Dortmund matters amid the rumours.

      But United may have to act fast if the player does become a feasible target once again.
      Real Madrid and Barcelona are just two clubs who could decide to take a serious interest in Sancho.

      If either side can meet Borussia’s demands, a deal could be agreed quickly.
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      The prospect of the forward starring for England in the summer’s Euros could also lead to a bidding war for his services.
      After a relatively slow start to the campaign, Sancho is now enjoying a spell of good form – hitting three goals and three assists in four games.
      A refreshing winter break is said to have hugely helped him, with Edin Terzic’s side fourth in the table and seven points off leaders Bayern Munich.
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