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      Bayern Munich ready to unleash Tiago Dantas, 19, in January as boss Hansi Flick reveals ‘he will be an option for us’

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      BAYERN MUNICH are set to unleash 19-year-old star Tiago Dantas on the Bundesliga in January.
      The centre-midfielder was not registered in time to play after his arrival from Benfica at the end of last season but Bayern boss Hansi Flick confirmed he will be in the mix in 2021. 

      Tiago Dantas will be available to play for Bayern Munich from JanuaryCredit: Handout – Getty

      The 19-year-old arrived on loan from Benfica in OctoberCredit: Handout – Getty

      Manchester City were linked with the promising Portuguese star in 2018.
      But he stayed put at Benfica having developed in their academy since his arrival in 2010 when he was just nine.
      Bayern ultimately secured his services in October on a season long loan – paying a £1.17million fee.
      However, he did not arrive in time to be registered for Bayern’s first team squads for the Bundesliga or the Champions League.

      Dantas has been playing for Bayern’s second team in the meantime.
      The German giants can re-submit their squad in January and Flick revealed the teenager will be in the frame.
      Speaking ahead of his team’s victory over Wolfsburg, Flick said: “In January, he will already be legally available to play.
      “At that time, it will be an option for us.

      Dantas came through the ranks at BenficaCredit: Getty – Contributor

      “He is progressing well, despite being currently injured.
      “If he can show himself among the professionals it will be another big step for him.”
      Dantas has played six times for the second team in Germany’s third tier this season.
      He was on the losing side three times as well as playing in two wins and a draw.

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      Tottenham chasing Marcel Sabitzer transfer from Leipzig with Barcelona ready to launch audacious bid for Tanguy Ndombele

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      TOTTENHAM are plotting a move for Marcel Sabitzer should Barcelona come in with an audacious bid for Tanguy Ndombele, according to reports.
      The LaLiga giants allegedly want to try and land Ndombele, who has enjoyed a fine season so far under Jose Mourinho.

      Tottenham may go after Marcel Sabitzer if they lose Tanguy Ndombele to BarcelonaCredit: AFP or licensors

      And according to Mundo Deportivo in Spain, Spurs may go after Sabitzer as a replacement.
      The report adds Tottenham would be willing to stump up £45m for the RB Leipzig star.
      The Austrian international, 26, is closing in on 200 appearances for RB Leipzig following his 2014 transfer from Rapid Vienna.
      He was named in Uefa’s squad of the season for the 2019-20 Champions League as Julian Nagelsmann’s side reached the semi-finals.

      The Leipzig captain was particularly impressive in knocking Tottenham out in the last 16, scoring twice in the second leg and catching Mourinho’s attention.
      Sabitzer’s best position is in central midfield – the same as Ndombele – but can operate on the right if needed.
      He has three goals and three assists in 15 appearances so far this term.
      Ndombele, the man he could replace, has two of each in his first 18 matches in 2020-21 but is being trusted and utilised far more this term after struggling in his first season.

      The Frenchman, 23, arrived from Lyon in a £65m club-record deal in 2019 but started just 17 times.
      Speaking about his time at White Hart Lane earlier this season, Ndombele said: “I’ve got a good relationship with the coach – we speak together, we laugh together.
      “The more difficult moments last season have been left behind us. We’re now both trying our hardest to help the team.
      “I think I’ve just settled in better. It’s true that the last season was difficult – to change leagues like that, it isn’t easy.
      “But now I feel like I’m really settling in better and I really hope that I’m on the right track for the future.”
      It is claimed Barcelona were keen on the player in the summer and are considering a fresh move at the end of this campaign.
      A midfielder is said to be high on the Catalans’ wish list after an approach for Liverpool star Georginio Wijnaldum fell through.
      However, massive financial problems are taking a toll on the Nou Camp club.

      Ndombele has impressed this season after struggling in his debut Premier League campaignCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Leroy Sane humiliated by Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick with winger subbed off half an hour after being brought on

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      LEROY SANE was humiliated by Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick who subbed him off 36 minutes after bringing the winger on.
      The ex-Manchester City man, 24, replaced the injured Kingsley Coman with 32 minutes on the clock in Bayern’s comeback win at Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday.

      Leroy Sane lasted just 36 minutes in Bayern Munich’s 2-1 win at Bayer LeverkusenCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      The ex-Manchester City winger came on to replace Kingsley Coman but was dragged off for Jamal MusialaCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      But at the midway point in the second half, Flick made the controversial call to haul Sane back off again and send on Jamal Musiala in his place for the final quarter.
      And the German wide man, who joined the Bundesliga champs for £55million in the summer, was clearly not happy.
      Flick, though, insisted Sane was not being punished but that he was simply the only suitable player to bring off.
      The manager said: “When we make substitutions, we have to do it sensibly.

      “It wasn’t a punishment. I had to make a sub, and the options were either Thomas Muller, Serge Gnabry or Leroy.
      “Thomas is indispensable for our system, Serge really got into the game in the second half. So I had to sub Leroy off.
      “Ultimately, it’s about the success of the team above the individuals. We support Leroy in every way possible.”
      Since returning to Germany, Sane has played 16 times for Bayern, scoring five and assisting three but is yet to hit the heights many expect.

      And his team-mates Robert Lewandowski and Thomas Muller were quick to defend him.
      Lewandowski said: “He needs a bit of time. Next year I’m sure he’ll show his quality. I’ll keep my fingers crossed for him – he’s a great guy.
      “He knows himself that he can benefit from a short break and we will need him going forward.”
      Muller added: “Hansi must have had his reasons.
      “Personally, I really enjoy playing with Leroy and I think we had more offensive moves down the right when he came on.
      “I don’t think it will be that long until we start talking about Leroy in a different way. He is very close to breaking through.

      I totally believe in him. He has qualities that he will hopefully show us in the first game of the New Year.
      Thomas Muller on Leroy Sane

      “He shouldn’t get frustrated by this but motivated. It doesn’t make it any easier that we’re struggling a little as a team at the moment.
      “The guy is really a top player, he was injured for a long time. He also wants more from himself.
      “The team will help him. I’m sure and I totally believe in him. He has qualities that he will hopefully show us in the first game of the New Year.”
      Bayern Munich fell behind for the seventh league game in a row thanks to Patrik Schick’s stunning volley after 14 minutes.
      Lewandowski – crowned Fifa’s The Best player of the year this week – equalised just before half-time.
      He then scored a dramatic injury-time winner to secure all three points to leapfrog Leverkusen and confirm the champions will be top at Christmas.

      Robert Lewandowski and Thomas Muller both praised their team-mateCredit: Reuters

      The world player of the year struck twice, including in the third minute of injury time, to earn all three pointsCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Arsenal outcast Matteo Guendouzi wanted in permanent Hertha Berlin transfer after impressive loan spell

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      HERTHA BERLIN want to sign Arsenal outcast Matteo Guendouzi on a permanent transfer, according to reports.
      The French midfielder, 21, was shoved out on loan for the 2020-21 season after falling out with Mikel Arteta.

      Hertha Berlin want to sign Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi on a permanent dealCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      He did not play for the Gunners after the match at Brighton in June where he reportedly taunted opponents over his £40,000-a-week wages and scrapped Neal Maupay.
      And now Der Tagesspiegel in Germany report the Bundesliga side are exploring the option of keeping Guendouzi.
      The manager Bruno Labbadia and the club’s board have been impressed by his start to life in the German capital.
      After a delayed start following his deadline-day move due to contracting Covid-19, Guendouzi is already an important member of the team in holding midfield and demonstrating leadership qualities.

      And Hertha may look to explore the possibility of signing the former Lorient man as soon as possible.
      With Guendouzi in the side, they have lost just one out of seven and average 1.5 points per game compared to 0.6 without him.
      He is even overshadowing £22million record signing and compatriot Lucas Tousart, another holding midfielder.
      And Guendouzi even grabbed a goal – only the second of his senior club career – with a fine curling effort into the top corner from the edge of the box against Borussia Monchengladbach.

      Labbadia said: “Guendouuzi is very, very valuable to us. We are happy that we were able to sign him.
      “He’s a very, very good footballer, who has a good sense of space and is technically very strong.
      “Matteo is someone who has no reservations. Even though he’s young, he gives instructions.”
      Arsenal brought Thomas Partey in over the summer and re-signed Dani Ceballos.
      But Lucas Torreira was also allowed to leave on loan while Granit Xhaka’s future is up in the air again after his latest ill discipline.
      The Gunners have endured a difficult start to the season with the club 15th and just five points above the drop zone after 13 matches.
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      Boss Bruno Labbadia has been singing the praises of the French midfielderCredit: Reuters

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      Youssoufa Moukoko, 16, become’s Bundesliga’s youngest EVER scorer – but Dortmund still lose to Union Berlin

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      YOUSSOUFA MOUKOKO became the Bundesliga’s youngest EVER goalscorer – but couldn’t stop Borussia Dortmund slipping to yet another defeat. The Cameroon-born wonderkid, aged just 16 years and 28 days, became the German top flight’s youngest ever player last month. He topped that by slamming home a left-footed rocket from a tight angle to equalise against Union […] More

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      Koulibaly or Upamecano not realistic so Liverpool shouldn’t sign Van Dijk replacement in January, claims John Barnes

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      JOHN BARNES has stated Liverpool should avoid looking to sign a replacement for Virgil van Dijk as their top two targets are not realistic options.
      The Reds are in the market for a centre-back in the New Year following the Dutchman’s ACL injury he suffered in the 2-2 draw against Everton in October.

      Napoli centre-back has been linked with a move to Liverpool as a replacement for injured Virgil van DijkCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      John Barnes believes the Reds have no hope of bringing Dayot Upamecano to Anfield next monthCredit: Reuters

      The Premier League leaders are hoping the defender, 29, returns before the end of the season, though he could well miss the remainder of the campaign.
      Jurgen Klopp has spoken of Van Dijk’s horror injury where he revealed that his knee ‘doesn’t look like how a knee should’.
      Liverpool have since been linked with Napoli’s Kalidou Koulibaly as well as RB Leipzig’s Dayot Upamecano, but Barnes has stated the Merseyside outfit have no chance of signing them.
      Speaking to BonusCodeBets, he said: “If they can get better than what they have, yes [they should buy another centre-back]. 

      “But if they can’t get better, there’s no point in buying for the sake of buying.
      “The majority of centre-backs you would want are normally playing at top teams in the Champions League and may not be available.  
      “So, it’s not a question of looking to buy anybody, because he [Jurgen Klopp] has faith in the youngsters that he’s played.
      “If they can get somebody who they feel will improve them, that is obviously a priority, but not just for the sake of it. 

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      “Koulibaly – he’s not coming. It would be great if we could have him, but it depends on who you can get.
      “RB Leipzig are still in the Champions League and will be playing against Liverpool so [Upemecano] is not going to come.
      “It would be great to have him, or Koulibaly and other players, but you have to be realistic about who you can actually get. 
      “I don’t know anybody out there who is going to be a stopgap – and realistically isn’t going to be a great player. So, Klopp will have to have faith in the squad.”
      Liverpool have most recently been linked with a move to bring Inter Milan ace Stefan de Vrij to Anfield next month.

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      Sick racist abuse targeting Alphonso Davies and his footy star girlfriend slammed by Bayern Munich president

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      SICK racist abuse sent to Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies and his footballer girlfriend has been slammed by the club’s president.
      Davies’ partner Jordyn Huitema plays for Paris Saint-Germain and a picture she uploaded of the couple to Instagram in August received horrific comments.

      Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies and fellow footballer and girlfriend Jordyn Huitema were left racist abuse in comments on this holiday photo

      Davies, 20, and Huitema, 19, have been together for three yearsCredit: Instagram @jordynhuitema

      Sickening messages referring to the colour of Davies’ skin were left on the photo of the Ghana-born star, 20, and his 19-year-old girlfriend of three years.
      The image of the Canadian internationals on holiday in Ibiza attracted over 14,000 comments and last week both Davis and Huitema highlighted the “disgusting” nature of many of them.
      Bayern president Herbert Hainer told Bild: “Our club stands for cosmopolitanism. The racist hostility will not be tolerated by us in any way.
      “We founded the ‘Red Against Racism’ initiative some time ago, which we practice very actively throughout the club in all sports and areas.

      “Exclusion, discrimination, hatred and violence in every form have no place in our world. 
      “No matter where you come from – football offers us all a home. Football has the power to connect people. As FC Bayern we always want to contribute to this.”
      Davies – whose parents are from Liberia – shared the image from the summer with his 3.2million followers and said: “These are the type of comments that are being put under my girlfriend’s pictures, also in her DMs and mine. This is absolutely disgusting.”
      And Huitema also drew the abuse to the attention of her 1million followers by screenshotting some examples and saying: “We will never see the good in the world if all we see is the colour of each other’s skin. We are all part of one race, the human race.”

      Canada Soccer released a statement saying they were “disappointed and appalled with the hateful comments”.
      It read: “Canada Soccer stands firm against racism and discrimination of any kind both in the game and within all of our communities around the world.
      “We are both disappointed and appalled with the hateful comments recently made to members of our National Teams through social media.
      “Share love not hate and work together for a better world. #NoToRacism.”
      Davies’ Bayern team-mate Jerome Boateng also panned the abuse and said: “I’m totally disgusted.”
      On Monday, Davies posted a photo of himself wearing a ‘Red Against Racism’ shirt on Twitter, supporting his club’s campaign.

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      Bayern Munich ‘keen on shock Frenkie de Jong transfer’ and looking to take advantage of Barcelona’s financial problems

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      BAYERN MUNICH are monitoring Frenkie de Jong amid Barcelona’s financial crisis, according to reports.
      The Dutchman caught the eye of the Bundesliga side during his rise at Ajax, which led to a £68million switch to the Camp Nou.

      Frenkie de Jong is seen as a major asset for Barcelona’s short and long-term futureCredit: Reuters

      According to ESPN, a speculative offer of £65m was floated by Bayern during the summer, only to be rebuffed by Barcelona.
      The German giants were said to be testing the water during their rivals’ economic turmoil.
      Stars including Luis Suarez and Arturo Vidal were sold as the coronavirus pandemic bit on a club with a notoriously high wage bill.
      Two round of pay cuts have been agreed in the past nine months, the latest coming in November and totalling £110m.

      De Jong signed a new contract a month earlier, extending his deal to 2026, which reportedly included a 30 per cent wage deferral.
      Despite their interest, Bayern are described as highly unlikely to pull off a deal to sign the 23-year-old in January.

      The midfielder is one of the key talents Barcelona are determined to hold onto as they come through this crisis.
      Reserve goalkeeper Neto and defender Junior Firpo are named as two players up for sale when the window opens, with Antoine Griezmann and Philippe Coutinho available for the right price.

      In any case, the Blaugrana’s transfer plans may change drastically when a new club president is elected on January 24.

      Former chief Joan Laporta is the frontrunner to re-take the helm – and the 58-year-old set up a huge billboard on a huge billboard on the streets of Madrid on Tuesday.
      The banner declared his hope that he sees Real Madrid fans soon, in a clear sign of his confidence at not only reclaiming the presidency but also shooting Barcelona up the table.
      Ronald Koeman’s side sit eighth before the midweek visit of first-placed Real Sociedad.

      Roughly 200m from Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu stadium, you can see a banner of Joan Laporta’s presidency campaign.Laporta shared the picture with a “Hello Madrid” caption. pic.twitter.com/NYk1RMgJ2Y
      — Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) December 15, 2020

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