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      Jobe Bellingham joins Borussia Dortmund from Sunderland in club record £26.9million deal as he pens emotional farewell

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      Arsenal ‘open talks with RB Leipzig over Benjamin Sesko transfer’ as German side make bizarre move to force deal through

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      ARSENAL have reportedly opened transfer talks with RB Leipzig over Benjamin Sesko.The 22-year-old Slovenian forward has been on the Gunners’ wishlist since last summer. Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal have opened talks with Benjamin SeskoCredit: GettyThe Slovenian forward is currently away on international dutyCredit: GettyRB Leipzig reportedly made a bizarre request to protect their star manCredit: GettySesko scored 21 goals and notched six assists in all competitions last season. And new sporting director Andrea Berta is eager to get a deal over the line ahead of a “big” summer.Arsenal opened official talks with Leipzig on Friday, according to Sky Sports.The two clubs are in contact but no formal bid has yet been submitted. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSesko is currently nursing a knock and didn’t play for Slovenia against Luxembourg last night. The injury to his knee is not thought to be serious. The Mirror claims Leipzig contacted the Slovenian FA prior to the international break.The club requested Sesko sit out both Slovenia’s matches in a bid to avoid injury. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHe has travelled with the squad ahead of a game with Bosnia and Herzegovina on Tuesday.But Sesko has not trained ahead of the game in Celje. £67M Real Madrid Star Rodrygo on Gunners Hit List | From The Sports Desk | Sun SportArsenal remain interested in Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres as Mikel Arteta looks to overhaul his attack.But as SunSport exclusively revealed on Friday, Manchester United are in pole position to sign the Swede sensation.Gyokeres, who scored 54 goals in 52 games for Sporting last season, has an £85m release clause.But it is understood that the Portuguese side would accept a fee closer to £60m this summer.Leipzig appear braced for numerous bids on Sesko, who could command a similar fee. The forward has proved prolific since joining the German side from sister club RB Salzburg in 2023.Read More on The SunSesko has bagged 39 goals in 87 games for Leipzig.He penned a lucrative contract extension last summer, with the deal running until 2029. More

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      Jobe Bellingham in line for huge £25m transfer which could see him take on brother Jude at Club World Cup

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      DORTMUND are confident they will beat Frankfurt to the signing of Jobe Bellingham and are offering him the chance to play at this month’s Club World Cup.The Bundesliga giants are prepared to offer Sunderland £21million plus add-ons for the teenage midfielder.Jobe Bellingham has been linked with a move to DortmundJude Bellingham could face Jobe at the Club World CupAlthough Frankfurt are prepared to match that offer, it appears Dortmund are currently in a stronger position to secure the deal.And Dortmund are keen to complete the transfer meaning Bellingham, 19, could feature in the opening Club World Cup match against Brazilian giants Fluminense in New Jersey on June 17.It is five years since brother Jude joined Dortmund for £25m from Birmingham and he proved to be a stunning success before moving to Real Madrid.And the fact that he flourished in the Bundesliga is a key reason why Jobe – and his parents Mark and Denise who represent him – are keen for a move to Germany.READ MORE SUNDERLAND NEWSDortmund boss Niko Kovac has already spoken at length with the player, who guided Sunderland back to the Premier League last term.Sporting director Sebastian Kehl has been in negotiations with both Sunderland and Bellingham’s parents.Sunderland, after clinching promotion, are keen to keep the youngster and could hold out for £25m.Dortmund qualified for the Club World Cup through Uefa’s four-year ranking, while Madrid did after winning the 2022 Champions League.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBoth brothers came through the ranks at Birmingham City, so Dortmund would become the second team they’ve both played for.Jude and Jobe celebrated the Black Cats promotion in style with a trip to Wayne Lineker’s beach club in Ibiza last week.Jobe Bellingham takes swipe at Sky Sports pundits in live TV interview before awkward moment with panel at WembleyThe Madrid superstar then linked up with his England team-mates in Barcelona for the Spanish Grand Prix on Sunday.A successful move to Dortmund could see Jobe earn his first senior Three Lions call up.They have have won major honours at Wembley, after Jobe won the play-off final a year after Jude lifted the Champions League with Carlo Ancelotti. More

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      Erik ten Hag ‘makes first transfer signing’ for Bayer Leverkusen as he raids Premier League – but it’s not from Man Utd

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      ERIK TEN HAG is on the verge of confirming his first signing at Bayer Leverkusen.The Bundesliga side have agreed a deal in principle to sign Brentford goalkeeper Mark Flekken.Erik ten Hag is on the verge of signing Brentford keeper Mark FlekkenLeverkusen looked poised to sign Flekken in a transfer worth around £8.4millionTen Hag replaced Xabi Alonso as Leverkusen manager this week after the Spaniard joined Real Madrid earlier this month.Ten Hag was sacked by Manchester United last November, six months after lifting a shock FA Cup trophy against Manchester City.While many expected the Dutchman to continue his trend of signing former players to his new club, Ten Hag will first welcome Flekken.The German giants, who finished second behind Bayern Munich this season, look poised to sign Flekken in a deal worth £11 million. READ MOR FOOTBALL NEWSBut Flekken’s move won’t go ahead until the West London club have secured a replacement.The Bees, who finished 10th in the Premier League this term, have just agreed a deal with Liverpool to sign Caoimhin Kelleher for £12.5million.Anfield chiefs initially valued the 26-year-old Irish stopper, who is second in the pecking order behind Alisson, at £20million.Flekken enjoyed a solid season as the Bees narrowly missed out on European football and was a dream for fantasy footie managers.Most read in FootballThe 31-year-old, who kept eight clean sheets, started his career in the academy of Dutch side Roda JC.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut he has spent the bulk of his career in Germany with Freiburg, Duisburg, Greuther Furth and Alemannia Aachen.He joined Brentford from German side Freiburg in May 2023 and succeeded Arsenal-bound David Raya as Thomas Frank’s No 1.’With you, I started to smile again’ – Tearful Antony announces Real Betis exitMeanwhile, Ten Hag is set for a huge squad reshuffle next season.The Bundesliga side are likely to have a busy summer transfer window after Jeremie Frimpong joined Liverpool and centre-back Jonathan Tah went to Bayern Munich.The Prem champions are also in talks over a £126m move for playmaker Florian Wirtz. More

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      Arsenal offered Benjamin Sesko transfer with RB Leipzig desperate to sell £85million striker next week

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      RB LEIPZIG would love to sell star player Benjamin Sesko to Arsenal NEXT WEEK.The Bundesliga club have told the Slovenian forward, 21, they are looking for a quick sale so they can start spending the cash at the start of the transfer window.RB Leipzig would love to sell Benjamin Sesko to Arsenal next weekBut Arsenal may prioritise signing Sporting Lisbon star Viktor GyokeresBut the situation is complicated because Arsenal are looking at both Sesko and Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres.And they are extremely unlikely to sign both as they also need to strengthen elsewhere.Arsenal could even prioritise trying to sign in-demand £70million rated Gyokeres, meaning Mikel Arteta’s search for a new striker could turn into a saga and Sesko might have to wait.Gunners boss Arteta wanted to sign Sesko both last summer and in January. Read More on ArsenalLeipzig know the north London club remain interested but there have been no further talks.But they told Sesko in talks this week that he can leave as soon as possible.The German club are hoping for £85m, although they are likely to get nearer £60m.Sesko was due to play for the club in a friendly against Santos on Wednesday but was ruled out with a knee injury.Most read in FootballThe centre-forward enjoyed an impressive season with Leipzig as he amassed 21 goals and six assists in 45 appearances across all competitions.Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesThe Slovenian also counts 16 goals in 41 caps with his national team.Martin Zubimendi, meanwhile, will complete his Arsenal medical in the next few days ahead of a £51m switch from Real Sociedad.Thierry Henry hits out at Mikel Arteta as trophyless Arsenal are shown up by ‘the Man Utd that everyone laughs at’ More

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      Plymouth in furious statement as manager Miron Muslic, 42, ‘breaks promise’ to join ex-Champions League semi-finalists

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      PLYMOUTH ARGYLE launched a furious statement after their manager “broke promises” to walk out for former Champions League semi-finalists. Miron Muslic, 42, only took over at Home Park in January, replacing Wayne Rooney in the dugout.Miron Muslic infuriated Plymouth Argyle by walking out on the club to join SchalkeCredit: RexHe masterminded the famous FA Cup victory over Liverpool before a valiant defeat against Manchester City in the fifth round.But the Bosnian was unable to avoid relegation from the Championship as Argyle finished 23rd – three points from safety. However, the club were willing to stick by Muslic and had already began making plans to back him in League One and push for promotion next season.That was until he suddenly told the Pilgrims he wanted to leave for FC Schalke in Germany’s second tier.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd Argyle “reluctantly” gave him permission to enter negotiations with Schalke.But their statement blasted Muslic for seemingly betraying his word months into his contract which ran until 2028.Plymouth fumed: “Argyle can confirm that we have reluctantly allowed Head Coach Miron Muslic to open talks with a 2. Bundesliga side after he expressed his desire to speak with the German team and not return to England.”Despite regular communication since the end of the season, and no mention of any issues, Miron has now made it clear that, after extended periods away from his family, this opportunity provides him the chance to be closer to them after four years on the road.Most read in EFLCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”We are frustrated by this decision, having implemented clear structures, processes and personnel to aid Miron and his coaching staff as we look to return to the Sky Bet Championship at the earliest opportunity.”Not only that, the club have also moved quickly to bring in new signings and received repeated verbal promises from Miron that he was committed to Argyle and would do everything to help the club bounce back to the second tier.’When we go down…oh God’ – Red-faced Plymouth owner accidentally admits club are getting relegated with 15 games left”Muslic joined the Greens in January 2025, on a three-and-a-half-year contract, after a period out of the game having departed Cercle Brugge. “He will now leave Argyle just four months into that long-term commitment.”We wish him the best for his future career.”We will be making no further comment at this stage.”In Muslic’s press conference after the final game of the season, he openly said he needed backing.The club responded by appointing David Fox as head of football operations and Tom Randle – who Muslic had worked with previously – as head of recruitment.Jamie Paterson and Caleb Watts signed last week – the former citing his conversations with Muslic as a major reason behind joining. One fan took to Wikipedia to edit his page name to “Plymouth Snake” in response to the shock bombshell news, which will reportedly see Argyle receive £1million in compensation. Seven-time top-flight runners-up Schalke suffered two relegations from the Bundesliga in three years from 2022 to 2024. Read More on The SunThey finished 14th in the 2 Bundesliga this term – with the likes of ex-Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius and Rasmus Hojlund’s brother Emil in the squad.Die Konigsblauen are six-time German Cup winners, won the Uefa Cup in 1997 and reached the Champions League semis in 2011, losing 6-1 on aggregate to Manchester United. Muslic was in charge when Argyle beat Liverpool in the FA CupCredit: Getty More

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      Tottenham ‘offered chance to sign ex-Man City star Leroy Sane with Bayern Munich star available on FREE transfer’

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      TOTTENHAM have been offered the chance to sign Leroy Sane on a free transfer, reports suggest.Sane, 29, is out of contract with Bayern Munich this summer after helping the club win the Bundesliga.Leroy Sane has been offered to Tottenham for free this summerCredit: GettyThe winger scored 13 goals in 45 games in all competitions this season.Tottenham’s Europa League triumph over Manchester United last week also secured them Champions League football for next season.This has made the north London club a more attractive destination for players this summer.And ex-Manchester City star Sane has been offered to Spurs for free, according to Sky Sports.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHaving joined the Bavarian outfit in 2020 from Man City, Sane will be a free agent when his contract expires at the end of June.Sane has also been linked with a transfer to London rivals Arsenal and Chelsea.German outlet BILD claim Sane asked his agent, Pini Zahavi, to speak to the three clubs over a potential move.Zahavi is said to be travelling to Munich for talks over his clients future this week.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKSane’s current salary sees him earn £8.3million base plus a £4.6m variable bonus.Bayern chiefs insist on not increasing that salary if Sane stays.Inside Tottenham’s wild Europa League open-top bus parade as 200,000 fans greet heroesAlthough the likes of sporting director, Max Eberl, are said to be happy to keep Sane on the books if he accepts the same or equivalent terms.One potential offer could see Sane’s base salary increased, with the variable being reduced accordingly.Turkish champions Galatasaray are also said to have tabled an offer of £8.3m a year to Sane.Bayern want his future resolved quickly with the new-look Club World Cup looming.Sane has played 220 games for the club since joining, scoring 61 goals and adding 55 assists.Spurs picked up former team-mate Mathys Tel on loan from the German club in January, although the 20-year-old managed just three goals in 20 appearances. More

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      Jeremie Frimpong lands in UK on private jet with Bayer Leverkusen star to complete £30m Liverpool transfer

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      JEREMIE FRIMPONG touched down in the UK on a private jet today to complete his £29.5million move to Liverpool.The Bayer Leverkusen right-back, 24, had a medical last week after the Premier League champions met the Dutchman’s release clause.Jeremie Frimpong is on the verge of completing his move to LiverpoolCredit: GettyNow Frimpong is ready to finalise his transfer and become Arne Slot’s first summer signing.His imminent arrival coincides with the departure of long-serving full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is set to join Real Madrid.He is set to be in competition with homegrown talent Conor Bradley, 21, for the right-back spot.Frimpong will increase the Dutch influence at Anfield, alongside captain Virgil van Dijk, Ryan Gravenberch and Cody Gakpo.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLKop boss Slot, who took over from Jurgen Klopp and won the league title during his first season in charge, is also from the Netherlands.Liverpool are also closing in on a second high-profile signing from Leverkusen — midfielder Florian Wirtz.The German sensation’s parents met Anfield officials a fortnight ago.And Slot’s men appear to be edging out Bundesliga rivals Bayern Munich in the race for the £126million-rated midfielder.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSManchester City initially held an interest in Wirtz but withdrew from the transfer race last week.City had considered signing him as a replacement for the outgoing Kevin De Bruyne.Thousands of people line streets for Liverpool’s Premier League title parade as iconic DJ drafted in as special guestHowever, the overall cost of a potential deal was deemed too high.The Cityzens were said to be concerned that such a move would not represent good value for money. More