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      Chelsea to ‘start talks with David Alaba’ over free transfer in January with defender set to quit Bayern Munich

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      CHELSEA are reportedly to open talks with Bayern Munich star David Alaba in the New Year.
      The Bundesliga giants have taken the offer of a new contract off the table ahead of his deal expiring in the summer.

      David Alaba remains a first-choice pick for Bayern Munich amid his contract sagaCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Alaba, 28, can negotiate a pre-agreement with any club in January, setting up a free transfer at the end of his Bayern stay.
      Chelsea are set to be at the front of the queue in negotiating a deal, according to Bild.
      The involvement of agent Pini Zahavi, who has helped Roman Abramovich’s club seal many transfers in the past, is said to help the Blues’ case.
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      Several rivals have been linked with the Austrian, including Liverpool and Manchester City.
      This report highlights Paris Saint-Germain’s interest but Alaba is thought to not fancy a move to France.
      Real Madrid and Barcelona have also been mentioned in reports yet the LaLiga duo are described as unable to afford the defender.
      Alaba fell out with Bayern after the lack of movement in contract talks was confirmed by the club.

      Club president Herbert Hainer said earlier this month that an offer was ‘no longer’ on the table after a ‘very good’ figure was deemed ‘unsatisfactory’ by the player’s camp.

      Reports have suggested Zahavi wants an £18million fee for cutting a deal, leading to a furious response by one former Bayern chief.
      Ex-president Uli Hoeness declared: “[Alaba] has a greedy piranha for an agent. His father, whom I like a lot, is letting himself be influenced by him very much.”
      Alaba has denied the sort of figures being quoted in talks and continues to be a first-choice pick for coach Hansi Flick.
      He stated: “I cannot say how it will continue from this point. I am glad to be playing for Bayern and to be a part of the team.

      “But what the future will look like after yesterday evening I just cannot say, as no one has talked to me officially.
      “I can completely understand the fans [being hurt]. I wish internal stuff would stay internal.
      “The numbers out there do not correspond to reality and I am a bit disappointed and sad that the club never officially came out to say they are wrong.
      “I have not made any thoughts about my future because Bayern was always the first point of contact. I had no contact with other clubs for that reason.” More

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      Youssoufa Moukoko, 16, on incredible rise from kid in ‘simple trainers’ to £9m Nike boot deal and pro Dortmund bow

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      YOUSSOUFA MOUKOKO celebrated his stunning rise from ‘simple trainers’ to a £9million Nike boot deal after making his professional bow.
      The striker turned 16 on Friday and just a day later he got his first run-out for Borussia Dortmund’s first team against Hertha Berlin.

      Youssoufa Moukoko took to Instagram to celebrate his professional debutCredit: https://www.instagram.com/youssoufa_10/

      The teenager was wearing ‘simple trainers’ six years ago but is now sponsored by NikeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/youssoufa_10/

      And he took to Instagram to mark the achievement and highlight his custom boots – a far cry from his humble beginnings.
      Moukoko, who remarkably was still only ten in 2014, wrote: “Woahhh!
      “Six years ago I was still training with simple trainers and now I’ve made my professional debut with my own football boots.
      “I still can’t believe it, but it feels very, very good. Hard work pays off.”

      In an earlier post, the excited star wrote: “WHAT A NIGHT!!!
      “Very happy to have made my debut. But I’m even happier about the points points.
      “NOTHING CAN DESCRIBE THIS FEELING – THANK YOU THANK YOU!”
      Moukoko came on with five minutes to go for ‘veteran’ striker Erling Haaland, who had done Hertha enough damage by smashing in four goals in the 5-2 win.

      Moukoko came on for Erling Haaland with five minutes remaining against Hertha BerlinCredit: AP:Associated Press

      He turned 16 on Friday then turned out for his pro debut the following dayCredit: AP:Associated Press

      Moukoko wore his custom Nike boots, part of his £9m deal with the sportswear giantsCredit: EPA

      He scored a barely-believable 192 goals in 123 youth games for Dortmund.
      And the £6,000-a-week sensation pocketed a very tidy £9m deal with the sportswear giants Nike last year – with a £1m bonus simply for signing on the dotted line.
      It was reported he would bag a ‘six-figure sum’ if he got on the pitch this weekend after Bundesliga officials reduced the age cap by six months to permit Moukoko to make his pro debut as soon as he turned 16.

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      Youssoufa Moukoko, 16, on meteoric rise from kid in ‘simple trainers’ to earning £9m Nike boot deal and pro Dortmund bow

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      YOUSSOUFA MOUKOKO celebrated his stunning rise from ‘simple trainers’ to a £9million Nike boot deal after making his professional bow.
      The striker turned 16 on Friday and just a day later he got his first run-out for Borussia Dortmund’s first team against Hertha Berlin.

      Youssoufa Moukoko took to Instagram to celebrate his professional debutCredit: https://www.instagram.com/youssoufa_10/

      The teenager was wearing ‘simple trainers’ six years ago but is now sponsored by NikeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/youssoufa_10/

      And he took to Instagram to mark the achievement and highlight his custom boots – a far cry from his humble beginnings.
      Moukoko, who remarkably was still only ten in 2014, wrote: “Woahhh!
      “Six years ago I was still training with simple trainers and now I’ve made my professional debut with my own football boots.
      “I still can’t believe it, but it feels very, very good. Hard work pays off.”

      In an earlier post, the excited star wrote: “WHAT A NIGHT!!!
      “Very happy to have made my debut. But I’m even happier about the points points.
      “NOTHING CAN DESCRIBE THIS FEELING – THANK YOU THANK YOU!”
      Moukoko came on with five minutes to go for ‘veteran’ striker Erling Haaland, who had done Hertha enough damage by smashing in four goals in the 5-2 win.

      Moukoko came on for Erling Haaland with five minutes remaining against Hertha BerlinCredit: AP:Associated Press

      He turned 16 on Friday then turned out for his pro debut the following dayCredit: AP:Associated Press

      Moukoko wore his custom Nike boots, part of his £9m deal with the sportswear giantsCredit: EPA

      He scored a barely-believable 192 goals in 123 youth games for Dortmund.
      And the £6,000-a-week sensation pocketed a very tidy £9m deal with the sportswear giants Nike last year – with a £1m bonus simply for signing on the dotted line.
      It was reported he would bag a ‘six-figure sum’ if he got on the pitch this weekend after Bundesliga officials reduced the age cap by six months to permit Moukoko to make his pro debut as soon as he turned 16.

      Youssoufa Moukoko celebrates his 16th Birthday and looks forward to playing with the Borussia Dortmund first team More

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      Dortmund 5 Hertha Berlin 2: Golden Boy Erling Haaland scores FOUR as boss Lucien Favre loses count in hilarious video

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      ERLING HAALAND celebrated being named European Golden Boy by slapping four goals past hapless Hertha in the German capital.
      The Norwegian beat off stiff competition from the likes of Ansu Fati, Alphonso Davies and Jadon Sancho to win the prestigious prize.

      Erling Haaland bullied the hapless Hertha defenceCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      And he showed exactly why he was worthy of the honour on Saturday night.
      Hertha had actually gone in at the break ahead, with Matheus Cunha having given them a 33rd minute lead.
      But the second 45 was the Haaland show.
      The 20-year-old kicked things in the 47th minute off by tucking away an Emre Can cross, after a lovely move involving Thomas Meunier and Marco Reus.

      He then doubled his tally two minutes later, providing an unerring left-footed finish after being played through by the mercurial Reus.
      Haaland completed his hat-trick just after the hour mark, powering through Hertha’s backline following a loose pass, before sidestepping goalkeeper Alexander Schwolow and producing a simple finish.
      Raphael Guerreiro got in on the act with 20 minutes remaining, before Cunha pulled one back from the penalty spot for the home side.
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      Haaland wheeled away in celebration after netting FOURCredit: EPA

      Just moments later, however, Haaland had the last laugh, taking a Jude Bellingham pass into his stride before again slotting past Schwolow.

      Such was the striker’s prowess, that manager Lucien Favre appeared to lose count of his tally on the touchline as he embraced Haaland following his substitution with five minutes remaining.
      There was still time for one last special moment in the game, as 16-year-old prodigy Youssoufa Moukoko made his much-anticipated senior debut, when he replaced the four-goal striker late on.

      I’m honest, I got a little angry with him at that moment, but that’s how football is
      Erling Haaland

      After the game, Haaland claimed that he could scored even more, and that he was a ‘little angry’ at Favre for substituting him.
      He said: “To be honest, after the match, Favre asked me how many goals I had scored.
      “He asked me: ‘Did you score three?’ And I said, ‘No, four. Only four because you replaced me’.
      “I’m honest, I got a little angry with him at that moment, but that’s how football is.”

      Youssoufa Moukoko, 16, made his senior debut late onCredit: AP:Associated Press

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      Dortmund sensation Youssoufa Moukoko, 16, makes Bundesliga debut vs Hertha to become youngest German footballer ever

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      YOUSSOUFA MOUKOKO made his long-awaited debut for Borussia Dortmund – smashing a Bundesliga record.
      The outrageously talented striker came off the bench to replace Erling Haaland in the 85th minute against Hertha Berlin – with the eyes of the footballing world upon him.

      Youssoufa Moukoko makes his long-awaited debut for Borussia Dortmund replacing Erling HaalandCredit: AP:Associated Press

      Moukoko has become the youngest ever German pro footballerCredit: AP:Associated Press

      With his brief cameo, the German wonderkid became the youngest ever German pro footballer – having only turned 16 on November 20.
      His debut in the 5-2 win comes after the Bundesliga changed age eligibility rules to allow players younger than the cut off point of 16 and a half to play.
      And there’s every chance he could break another record, after he was included in Dortmund’s Champions League squad back in October.
      The German side face Club Brugge on Tuesday, and if he appears he will become the Champions League’s youngest ever player.

      Moukoko’s appearance tonight was widely expected, and he’s been tipped for the top since he was 12.
      RULE BREAKER
      Unbelievably, Moukoko is so good the Bundesliga changed their age eligibility rules in order to let him play.
      Previously, players have not been allowed to play in Germany’s top-flight until they are 16-and-a-half.
      But such have been the waves caused by Moukoko’s rapid rise, that this has now been lowered to just 16.

      Furthermore, in anticipation of his German debut the live-wire forward was training with Lucien Favre’s first team.
      The original Dortmund record was set by Nuri Sahin back in 2005, when he made his debut at 16 years, 11 months and one day – before going on to play for Real Madrid and Liverpool.

      Striker Moukoko has scored goals for fun at youth levelCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Moukoko averaged a goal or an assist every 40 minutes during the 2019-20 seasonCredit: Getty – Contributor

      Last year, Moukoko signed a 10-year boot deal with Nike worth around £9mCredit: Nike
      The German teen, who signed a boot deal with Nike for 10-years worth a reported £9million in 2019, has left observers flabbergasted by his incredible ability at such a young age.
      But his progress is nothing new.
      GOALS, GOALS, GOALS
      At the age of just 12, pre-teen Moukoko was playing for Dortmund’s under-17s and Germany’s under-16s.
      He scored an astonishing 90 goals in 56 games at under-17 level, before bagging 34 in 20 this season for the under-19s – despite having started the season as a 14-year-old.
      Champions League-winning club legend and youth boss Lars Ricken spoke to German newspaper Bild about Moukoko’s rapid rise.
      “He’s scored a lot of goals, is very inquisitive, hungry for success, hardworking and always comes with a smile that distinguishes him,” he said.
      “That’s what we look at. The tools are there.”

      The Bundesliga lowered the legal age for debutants because of Moukoko’s abilityCredit: Getty – Contributor

      First team striker Erling Haaland welcomes Moukoko to trainingCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      HOW OLD IS HE?
      But such success has been quickly met with doubts about his age, even from inside his own club.
      Dortmund’s Under-23s manager Timo Preus said: “With Youssoufa, I can imagine that his age has only been guessed.
      “Maybe in reality he is one or two years older. But certainly he is not 17. For him that is very difficult.
      “There is nothing to blame him for, the boy is not cheating or anything.”
      However, Moukoko’s dad Joseph has been forced to insist his son is the age he claims he is – even if he refuses to get caught up in the tidal wave of excitement surrounding the lad.

      Moukoko jostles for the ball with Dortmund’s Jadon SanchoCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Questions have been asked of Moukoko’s ageCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Moukoko Sr said: “His age is right.
      “Immediately after he was was born I registered him at the German consulate in Yaounde. We have a German birth certificate.
      “For me he is not a wonderkid. I was even better as a kid.”
      CONVEYOR BELT OF TALENT
      Dortmund have a rich heritage in bleeding first class youngsters from their youth set-up to the first team.
      Impressive Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic burst onto the scene as a 17-year-old under Thomas Tuchel in 2016.
      And more recently, Erling Haaland, Jadon Sancho and Gio Reyna have made fans sit up and take notice of their ability.

      Moukoko is the next big thing in Germany and has the world at his feetCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      14-year-old BVB wonder kid Youssoufa Moukoko’s two goals from Wednesday’s U17 victory…followed by a famous celebration ⭐️💎 pic.twitter.com/2ag5LHCTFa
      — Borussia Dortmund (@BlackYellow) June 7, 2019

      The German giants also spent around £30million on Birmingham City starlet Jude Bellingham, who himself only turned 17 back in June.
      Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc said of Moukoko last November: “He’s an outstanding talent and we want him to learn how to train and play with adults.”
      Now he has, the future looks exciting for Dortmund fans.

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      Borussia Dortmund goal-machine Erling Haaland wins Golden Boy 2020 award beating Sancho, Foden and Fati to gong

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      BORUSSIA DORTMUND star Erling Haaland has won the 2020 Golden Boy award.
      Jadon Sancho, Mason Greenwood, Bukayo Saka, Callum Hudson-Odoi and Phil Foden were among the names on the 20-man shortlist.

      Erling Haaland has continued to impress for Dortmund this season Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      The Golden Boy award is given to the best young player under the age of 21 across the European Leagues.
      Tuttosport run the award and a panel of experts are used as part of the voting process.
      Haaland has been crowned as this year’s winner following his incredible 2019-20 season.
      The Norwegian striker scored an impressive 44 goals in all competitions last term.

      He scored 28 times for RB Salzburg before he joined the German giants for £17.1million.
      Barcelona’s Ansu Fati came second in the voting while Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies finished in third.
      Jadon Sancho – who is Manchester United’s top transfer target – came in fourth.
      Rennes star and fellow United target Eduardo Camavinga rounded off the top five.

      Erling Haaland pipped Borussia Dortmund team-mate Jadon Sancho to the awardCredit: AFP or licensors

      Haaland has continued to impress this season with 11 goals in 11 matches in all competitions.
      Unsurprisingly, the former Molde man has attracted interest from the likes of Real Madrid and United.
      His father, Alf-Inge Haaland, has addressed the speculation surrounding the 20-year-old.
      He told SPORT1: “When you play well, it’s only logical that big clubs knock on your door, but we’re talking about speculation here.
      “At the moment it’s not in Erling’s or my head that another club will be vying for him.
      “We signed a long term contract with Dortmund and they have a fantastic team for Erling right now.
      “We don’t want to look any further ahead.”
      But he refused to rule out a move away from Dortmund for the skilful striker.

      Golden Boy 2020: Final 20-man shortlist

      Mason Greenwood (Man Utd)
      Jadon Sancho (Borussia Dortmund)
      Phil Foden (Man City)
      Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
      Erling Haaland (Borussia Dortmund)
      Ferran Torres (Man City)
      Callum Hudson-Odoi (Chelsea)
      Fabio Silva (Wolves)
      Ansu Fati (Barcelona)
      Rodrygo (Real Madrid)
      Vinicius Jr (Real Madrid)
      Sergino Dest (Barcelona)
      Dejan Kulusevski (Juventus)
      Eduardo Camavinga (Rennes)
      Mitchel Bakker (PSG)
      Jonathan David (Lille)
      Alphonso Davies (Bayern Munich)
      Ryan Gravenberch (Ajax)
      Dominik Szoboszlai (Red Bull Salzburg)
      Sandro Tonali (AC Milan)

      He continued: “You never know what will happen. We haven’t talked about such a step yet.
      “I think he would like to win some trophies with Dortmund. That is his goal.
      “Erling can still achieve a lot in Germany and make great progress. Moving abroad is not a priority for us.
      “I sometimes thin he wants to and can assert himself in any league.
      “At the moment, he is happy in the Bundesliga and focused on Dortmund.
      “He just wants to a better player and doesn’t look too far ahead.”
      But it is reported that a verbal agreement is in place for Haaland to leave Dortmund in 2022.

      Golden Boy award: Winners

      2003 – Rafael van der Vaart (Ajax)
      2004 – Wayne Rooney (Everton / Man Utd)
      2005 – Lionel Messi (Barcelona)
      2006 – Cesc Fabregas (Arsenal)
      2007 – Sergio Aguero (Atletico Madrid)
      2008 – Anderson (Man Utd)
      2009 – Alexandre Pato (AC Milan)
      2010 – Mario Balotelli (Inter Milan / Man City)
      2011 – Mario Gotze (Borussia Dortmund)
      2012 – Isco (Malaga)
      2013 – Paul Pogba (Juventus)
      2014 – Raheem Sterling (Liverpool)
      2015 – Anthony Martial (Monaco / Man Utd)
      2016 – Renato Sanches (Benfica / Bayern Munich)
      2017 – Kylian Mbappe (Monaco / PSG)
      2018 – Matthijs de Ligt (Ajax)
      2019 – Joao Felix (Benfica / Atletico Madrid)
      2020 – Erling Haaland (Red Bull Salzburg / Borrusia Dortmund)

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      Man Utd transfer boost as Bayern Munich defender Niklas Sule ‘dreams of Old Trafford move’ amid Solskjaer interest

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      BAYERN MUNICH centre-back Niklas Sule reportedly ‘dreams’ of joining Manchester United once he decides to depart the Bundesliga.
      The Germany international – who still has two years left to run on his deal at the Allianz Arena – was targeted by the Red Devils last year.

      Niklas Sule is reportedly keen on a move to join Manchester United in the future

      Sule, 25, remained in Bavaria, where he helped the club win the league, cup and Champions League last season.
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      But it appears that he has already made up his mind on the next chapter of his career.
      According to Bild journalist Christian Falk, the ex-Hoffenheim defender has set his sights on a future move to Old Trafford.

      Taking to Twitter, the German football expert said: “True: Niklas Sule dreams of playing for @ManUtd one day.”
      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is known to be desperate to bring in a centre-back to partner Harry Maguire at the back.
      And with Sule said to be keen to link up with the club, United could look to reignite their interest in him.
      United are also believed to be interested in prising away Dayot Upamecano from RB Leipzig.

      The France international is expected to depart the German side in 2021, and he could decide his future as early as January.

      Touted as one of the most talented defenders in Europe, the 22-year-old boasts just a £40million release clause in his contract.
      United are looking to offload Phil Jones and Marcos Rojo, and there remains question marks over Eric Bailly.
      Solskjaer’s men have struggled defensively this season having shipped in 14 Premier League goals in seven games – losing on three occasions.

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      PSG star Julian Draxler wanted by Hertha Berlin and Sevilla in January transfer after falling out-of-favour under Tuchel

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      PSG star Julian Draxler is wanted by Hertha Berlin and Sevilla in January after falling out of favour under his manager Thomas Tuchel.
      The attacker was once a highly-rated and linked to several Premier League clubs, but now is struggling to find a way into PSG’s star-studded team.

      Draxler has been linked to a number of clubs and will likely have his pick when his contract runs down next summerCredit: Getty – Contributor

      Italian outlet Calciomercato report that he is attracting interests from sides across Europe.
      Sevilla and Hertha Berlin are both believed to be monitoring the 27-year-old, who has started half of PSG’s 10 league games this season.
      It is not clear if they will try and pounce in January or wait till the summer, when he will be a free agent.
      Draxler has to compete with the talent of Angel Di Maria, Moise Kean, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe for a starting spot.

      And he has struggle for game time despite Neymar and Mbappe being absent for a handful of games already this campaign.
      The German was linked to Leeds while the window was still open.
      But despite the prospect of playing for Marcelo Bielsa, Draxler reportedly did not respond positively to the Elland Road club’s approach.
      It is claimed he had no intention of giving up his Parisian lifestyle with both he and his family settled.

      Draxler has netted two goals so far this season Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      And he is also believed to have rejected a number of approaches to return back to the Bundesliga.

      Back in April, Arsenal were also rumoured to be interested in Draxler.
      The ace was tipped to move to the Emirates after only making 12 starts that season for Paris Saint-Germain up to that point.
      He is believed to rake in a whopping £120,000-per-week at Parc des Princes which may have hindered Arsenal’s move.

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