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      Erling Haaland names seven strikers he thinks are better than him including Arsenal star Aubameyang and Harry Kane

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      ERLING HAALAND named the seven strikers he thinks are better than him – but would back himself in a crunch tie.
      The Borussia Dortmund star, 20, burst on to the European stage last year with his performances for Red Bull Salzburg.

      Erling Haaland could only think of seven strikers in world football better than him right now

      Scoring goals for fun, Haaland made his transfer to Borussia Dortmund in the winter transfer window where he continued his hot streak with 19 goals in his first 22 appearances.
      And in an interview with VG, the Norwegian sensation could only think of seven centre-forwards in world football currently better than him – and it is some list.
      The seven is made up of five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo and last season’s 55-goal hero Robert Lewandowski from rivals Bayern Munich.
      All of the remaining five strikers all ply their trade in the Premier League including Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as well as Tottenham hero Harry Kane.

      Manchester City’s Sergio Aguero, Roberto Firmino of Liverpool and Chelsea new boy Timo Werner – who arrived from RB Leipzig in the summer – complete the elite group.
      But despite the hundreds of goals between the seven, Haaland emphasised he had the self-confidence to choose himself to lead the line in a huge match.
      There are, however, a few of the biggest No9 names left out.
      Haaland omitted the likes of Luis Suarez, Karim Benzema or Romelu Lukaku.

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      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was one of five Premier League strikers to get on the listCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Haaland rates Harry Kane among the very best No9s in world footballCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      There was no space for Kylian Mbappe despite the Frenchman’s heroics for club and country alreadyCredit: AFP or licensors

      But the biggest surprise sees no Kylian Mbappe, arguably the most valuable player in the world, on the Norwegian’s list.
      The pair, both transfer targets for Real Madrid, may not see eye to eye after Mbappe, Neymar and their Paris Saint-Germain team-mates mocked the Dortmund star’s celebration following their comeback win in the Champions League.
      Haaland was also a target for compatriot Ole Gunnar Solskjaer before his Dortmund switch – but revealed the “good vibes” he got from the Bundesliga side convinced him to join Die Schwarzgelben.
      He said: “There were of course a couple of clubs involved, but at the same time I did not know too much about this.
      “But it was I who first mentioned Dortmund to my father (Alf Inge Haaland).
      “We were sitting at home in Salzburg and watching a game Dortmund played, and I said to him, ‘Oi, look at that wall behind the goal. There had been something to play there.’
      “I think he was half asleep on the sofa, but suddenly it became a reality. When I talked to them, I got a good vibe. I felt a little sold after that.
      “What I liked so much about them was how direct they were. They said exactly how it was right for me. I liked that.” More

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      Bayern Munich plot emergency last-minute Thomas Lemar loan transfer from Atletico Madrid after Leroy Sane injury

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      BAYERN MUNICH are reportedly plotting an emergency last-minute loan for Atletico Madrid’s Thomas Lemar following an injury to Leroy Sane.
      Bild Sport claim former Manchester City winger Sane, 24, has a knee problem which is expected to keep him out for three to four weeks.

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      Leroy Sane has picked up a knee injury at Bayern MunichCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Thomas Lemar could be brought in on loan from Atletico MadridCredit: Getty – Contributor

      Sane only joined Bayern earlier in this window for £54.8m but his fitness blow could see the German champs making another move in the transfer market.
      Arsenal target Lemar, 24, is potentially available immediately to help plug the gap and add depth to boss Hansi Flick’s attacking options.
      Bild report the Champions League winners would prefer a loan deal but Atleti would rather a permanent sale.
      Either way, an agreement must be reached swiftly with the window slamming shut on Monday.

      Sane endured an injury-riddled campaign last year, managing only 11 minutes on the pitch after tearing his ACL in August 2019.
      Lemar joined Diego Simeone’s side in 2018 from Monaco for a staggering £62m but has failed to hit the heights expected at the Wanda Metropolitano.
      A return of no goals or assists in 29 games in all competitions last season, convinced Atletico to put him up for sale.

      However, like Bayern, reports suggest interested clubs have so far only put forward loan options.
      The Gunners were linked with Lemar when he was still at Monaco, but talk of a swap deal with Alexandre Lacazette surfaced in May.

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      Yet his dismal form and the signing of Willian from Chelsea means it is unlikely Lemar will be arriving at London Colney to play under Mikel Arteta.
      Lemar was thought to have rejected a move to Porto with his heart set on joining a Premier League club.
      Everton and Wolves are both reportedly interested in making a move but time is running out for a deal to be completed.
      Lemar’s stock has fallen dramatically after previously being linked with Prem big-hitters Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham – none of whom are interested now.

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      Fulham closing in on Ademola Lookman loan transfer from RB Leipzig with deal done in next 48 hours after his squad axe

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      FULHAM are closing in on a loan move for Ademola Lookman from RB Leipzig with a deal expected within 48 hours, reports say.
      The ex-Everton winger joined the German club a little over a year ago on a permanent deal but now looks set to move again.

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      While his loan spell was impressive, Lookman has struggled to settle in permanently at RB LeipzigCredit: AFP – Getty

      Lookman, 22, has only made one start since leaving Merseyside for good and will be looking for regular game time at Fulham.
      Sky Sports say the deal can be expected within the next couple of days after Lookman was left out of the squad for Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Bayern Leverkusen.
      The England Under-21 international is competing in the wide areas with the likes of Emil Forsberg – and competition for a space is even harder when manager Julian Nagelsmann employs wing-backs rather than wingers, as he did on the weekend.
      And it has left Lookman struggling to impress after his big £22.5million deal, which saw him sign a contract until 2024.

      This is despite his very impressive loan move there before his permanent transfer, which convinced the German club to splash money on him.
      He scored five goals in only 11 appearances during his temporary stay but has got nowhere close to that form since re-joining.
      He left England after an impressive breakthrough at Everton saw a debut goal against Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City.
      Lookman eventually made the loan move to Germany after failing to break into Everton’s first team – and he repeated the same trick.

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      Lookman hit 5 goals in eleven appearances during his first stint in GermanyCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Just like against City, he came off the bench in his first game for Leipzig to score a late strike against Borussia Monchengladbach, which proved to be the winning goal.
      He started his professional career after progressing from Charlton’s academy and quickly impressed coaches with his pace and ability to frighten defenders.
      Fulham are looking for reinforcements after starting their season with three defeats, including yesterday’s bruising encounter with Aston Villa.

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      Man Utd confident of Jadon Sancho transfer as Solskjaer ‘tells Dortmund star the deal will be done’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED reportedly remain confident of prising Jadon Sancho away from Borussia Dortmund before the window slams shut on Monday.
      The 20-year-old is known to be the Red Devils’ No1 transfer target, but they have failed to make a breakthrough with BVB in negotiations.

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      Jadon Sancho has been heavily linked with a move to join Man Utd this windowCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is desperate to bring the Borussia Dortmund winger to Old TraffordCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      It is understood that the Bundesliga side are holding out for £108million – an asking price United are refusing to match.
      SunSport reported on Monday how United were preparing a £90m bid with just £65m of it paid upfront.
      Despite United’s unwillingness to fork out £108m, it’s claimed that the club still expect to secure the England international’s services.
      According to Dagbladet via AS, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has spoken to Sancho and told him he expects the move to soon be finalised.

      The same news outlet claimed earlier this month how Solskjaer is in regular contact with the winger, where he has assured him a deal is close.
      Should Sancho link up with United, Daniel James will be allowed to join Leeds on loan.
      Dortmund’s head of football Sebastian Kehl has poured cold water on United’s pursuit of the player, as he insisted Sancho will not be leaving.
      He said: “He [Jadon Sancho] is our player, and he will stay.

      “It was an important statement from the club because we have a certain responsibility. Without Jadon this team is weaker.”
      And striker Erling Haaland is also confident his team-mate will stay, as he said: “I think Sancho has been very good throughout the whole pre-season.
      “He will be an important player for us this season.”

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      Leeds have ‘serious interest’ in Bayern Munich midfielder Michael Cuisance as talks begin before window closes

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      LEEDS are reportedly closing in on the signing of French midfielder Michael Cuisance from Bayern Munich.
      The 21-year-old has been deemed surplus to requirements, and after being left out of the squad that lost 4-1 to Hoffenheim, he looks set to be on his way out.

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      Bayern Munich midfielder Michael Cuisance is reportedly set to join LeedsCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      According to L’Equipe, the Whites are looking to bring the ex-Borussia Monchengladbach star to Elland Road this week.

      It has been said that the two clubs are in negotiations, with Leeds offering the German side £18million for Cuisanace’s services.
      They state that personal terms will not be an issue, with Leeds firmly in pole position in the race to sign the player.

      The lure of Marcelo Bielsa looks to have proven too strong for Cuisance, who is also being chased by Newcastle, Marseille and Nice.
      Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano has also stated that Cuisance will soon join Leeds on a five-year deal.
      And he also provided an update on Leeds’ pursuit of Udinese playmaker Rodrigo De Paul.
      He tweeted: “Leeds are in advanced talks to sign Michael Cuisance, as per L’Équipe.

      “€20m (£18m) offered to Bayern Münich and personal terms agreed until June 2025. Fee details still to be completed between clubs.

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      “Another bid from #LUFC for de Paul [£22.6m] was turned down by Udinese.”
      Leeds, who are also in the chase for Norwich’s £15m-rated Todd Cantwell, have impressed following their return to the Premier League – winning their last two fixtures.
      They sit in sixth place after three games played thanks to their victories against Fulham and Sheffield United.

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      Dortmund sign Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, 16 – dubbed the ‘next Jadon Sancho’ – as English star transfers from Man City

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      JAMIE BYNOE-GITTENS has followed in the footsteps of Jadon Sancho by ditching Manchester City to join Borussia Dortmund.
      Just like in 2017 when they lured Sancho to Germany, BVB have snapped up another rising talent from the Citizens academy.

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      Borussia Dortmund have signed Jamie Bynoe-Gittens from Manchester City

      SunSport reported last month how the Bundesliga giants were close to securing the 16-year-old winger’s services.

      And now Dortmund have confirmed his arrival, with Bynoe-Gittens penning a long-term contract at the club.
      Commenting on the signing, Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc said: “Jamie Bynoe-Gittens is now with us and we are pleased that he has joined our youth department.

      “He will initially play with the U19’s. Our scouting department did an excellent job!
      “He is a highly talented offensive player, but he should develop patiently with us in the junior division.
      “We don’t want expectations to be too high right from the start.”
      Bynoe-Gittens – dubbed the ‘next Jadon Sancho’ – is said to have turned down a deal from City in order to join Dortmund.

      Speaking of why he decided to make the move, he said: “I’m going to try and make a name for myself.

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      “When Sancho was at City, he was doing bits in the 18s, scoring every game, so in a way, I want to be like him.
      “You’ve got to take stuff from other people to make the best version of yourself. You’ve now got to score and assist to be the best.”
      Bynoe-Gittens is the third Englishman on Dortmund’s books following the signing of Jude Bellingham from Birmingham.

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      Dayot Upamecano transfer boost for Man Utd as Leipzig agree deal to sign replacement in Dinamo Zagreb’s Josip Gvardiol

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      MANCHESTER United have a received a boost in their bid to sign RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano – as the German club appear to have agreed a deal to recruit his replacement.
      Leipzig have reportedly settled on an agreement worth up to 19million euros for Dinamo Zagreb’s Josip Gvardiol – freeing the path for the Red Devil’s pursuit.

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      Upamecano is being tipped for big things after consistent performances for LeipzigCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Josip Gvardiol appears to be close to a move to RB LeipzigCredit: Getty Images – GettyThe news comes as a big blow for Leeds, who had been eyeing up Zagreb’s 18-year-old wonderkid for themselves.
      Sportske report that the Yorkshire club had been in for the player, but he opted for Germany as he believed it would be better for his development.
      It’s a move that will leave Man United on alert as they have been consistently linked to Upamecano.
      The French 21-year-old has become the talk of Europe after a string of top performances in the Champions League.

      And Manchester United’s interest has reportedly intensified after Wilfried Zaha led the relentless Crystal Palace charge through their defence in Saturday’s defeat.
      Upamecano is believed to be capable of bringing some much needed stability at the back despite his young age.
      Victor Lindelof has come under fire for his performances of recent months while Harry Maguire is also being questioned despite his £80million transfer fee a little over a year ago.
      Despite the criticism, some reports suggest Old Trafford chiefs may hold back on a centre-back raid until next summer while other areas of the team need addressing.

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      Maguire and Lindelof are being questioned by pundits after an underpar showing in their opening Premier League match Credit: Getty – Pool
      The reported deal for Gvardiol is bad news for Leeds who apparently launched their own bid for the player.

      Reports say Leeds had offered as much as £20million for the 18-year-old defender and a far bigger wage packet.
      But that does not appear to have been enough to tempt Gvardiol to join Marcelo Bielsa’s Leeds project as Leipzig look to confirm the deal.
      Had he joined, it would have been just the latest in a blitz of youth players coming to Elland Road this summer.

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      Bayern Munich stars ‘believe Callum Hudson-Odoi could complete season-long loan transfer from Chelsea in next two weeks’

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      BAYERN MUNICH stars are reportedly hopeful of finally welcoming Callum Hudson-Odoi to the Bundesliga champions.
      The Chelsea winger remains a fringe player at Stamford Bridge despite signing a £120,000-a-week contract last year.

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      Callum Hudson-Odoi could finally make a move to Bayern Munich after rejecting the Germans last yearCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      That new deal came amid serious interest from Bayern when Hudson-Odoi was only just graduating from the Stamford Bridge academy.
      But their interest has been rekindled in recent weeks, according to the Telegraph, and they may have gained hope after claims the youngster wants showdown talks with Frank Lampard about his future.
      It is said that the Munich dressing room eagerly awaits the teenager and expect a bid in the coming weeks.
      A loan proposal is considered most likely with this autumn’s transfer deadline set for October 5.

      The Bavarian giants may not be the only club to try and tempt Hudson-Odoi, 19, away from West London.
      Juventus and RB Leipzig are also reportedly tracking the star, although the latter may struggle to pay his wages.
      Earlier in the month, it was suggested that Frank Lampard may sanction a loan exit after the arrival of Kai Havertz.
      Hudson-Odoi has only featured in ten minutes of Chelsea’s opening Premier League fixtures.

      Having been promised more game time when rejecting Bayern, the winger has been largely used off the bench by both Lampard and predecessor Maurizio Sarri.
      Only 17 of his 49 appearances for the Blues in league and Europe have come as a starter.
      Bayern may be able to afford greater prominence to Hudson-Odoi after losing Ivan Perisic and Philippe Coutinho in the summer.
      Both wide men returned to their clubs after finishing their loan spells at the Champions League winners, who signed Leroy Sane from Manchester City for £54.8million.

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