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      Tottenham transfer blow as ‘Bayern Munich make last-ditch attempt to sign top target in centre-back hunt’

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      BAYERN MUNICH have joined Tottenham in the race to sign Genoa defender Radu Dragusin, according to reports.Dragusin, 21, has been heavily linked with a move to Spurs this month.
      Bayern Munich want to hijack Tottenham’s pursuit of Radu DragusinCredit: Getty
      The Lilywhites sent scouts to watch him in action earlier this season and they are now prepared to table a bid.
      However, according to German outlet Sport BILD, Bayern Munich are also interested.
      Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel is understood to be keen on the prospect of signing the centre-back.
      However, Tottenham are still leading the transfer race for Dragusin.
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      The Romania international is reportedly valued at around £26million.
      Dragusin made his professional debut for Juventus in 2020 but struggled to establish himself as a regular first team player.
      He was subsequently loaned out three times to Sampdoria, Salernitana and Genoa.
      The defender completed a permanent move to Genoa last January and has since made 62 appearances.
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      Tottenham are also on the verge of signing Timo Werner on loan until the end of the season.
      The deal is expected to include an option to buy for around £14million. More

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      Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel gives brutal response as he’s quizzed over Eric Dier transfer from Spurs rumours

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      THOMAS TUCHEL gave a blunt response when asked about a potential Bayern Munich swoop for Eric Dier.The Bundesliga champions have been strongly linked with a move for the out of favour Tottenham defender.
      Thomas Tuchel answered a question about Tottenham star Eric DierCredit: Getty
      Dier has struggled for game time at Tottenham this seasonCredit: EPA
      Dier, 29, has agreed personal terms with Bayern over a January switch.
      Asked about the England international, former Chelsea boss Tuchel gave nothing away.
      Quizzed how Dier sounds, Tuchel joked: “English!”
      He then kept his cards close to his chest, adding: “Have you already asked the sporting director? There will be no comment from me.”
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      Fans online, rightly or wrongly, claimed that Tuchel’s comments suggested that he wasn’t that keen on signing Dier.
      One wrote: “So Bayern Munich signed Dier without the manager’s consent.”

      While a second commented: “Clearly not his signing.”
      Another added: “In other words, Eric Dier is the idea of the sporting director not Tuchel’s.”
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      Dier has been out of favour at Tottenham this season.
      He did not play a single minute under Ange Postecoglou’s until the 4-1 defeat to Chelsea on November 6.
      The experienced defender has made four appearances in total this term, with his contract set to expire in June.
      Spurs have had to do without Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero for long stretches this season.
      While Ben Davies pulled up with an apparent hamstring issue during Spurs’ 1-0 FA Cup win over Burnley on Friday night.
      After the match, Postecoglou was asked if his side can afford to lose Dier given Davies’ knock.
      The Aussie gave a considered pause before answering: “Yes.”
      Dier has played 364 times for Spurs since signing from Sporting Lisbon for £4million in 2014.
      He played regularly as the North Londoners contended for the Premier League title under Mauricio Pochettino, and featured in the 2019 Champions League final.
      The 49-cap star earned his place in Gareth Southgate’s World Cup squad for Qatar, but has struggled for form since.
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      Tottenham are trying to sign Genoa centre-back Radu Dragusin, while Van de Ven has finally returned to fitness.
      Spurs have also bolstered their front line by agreeing a shock loan deal with RB Leipzig for former Chelsea forward Timo Werner.
      Timo Werner has agreed to join Tottenham on loanCredit: Getty More

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      Five clubs Jordan Henderson could transfer to in January as England star tells team-mates Saudi move was huge mistake

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      JORDAN HENDERSON wants to seal a January transfer after telling former team-mates his move to Saudi Arabia has been a mistake.The former Liverpool captain, 33, left Anfield to join Steven Gerrard at Al-Ettifaq in the summer.
      Jordan Henderson could leave Al-Ettifaq after admitting the move was a mistakeCredit: Alamy
      He was all smiles when he signed for Steven Gerrard’s side in July 2023Credit: Reuters
      But it has not worked out as planned with Henderson yet to score and his side on a nightmare run of poor form.
      Now SunSport understands he has had enough and is ready to head back to Europe.
      Leaving before honouring two years of his £700,000-a-week contract would trigger a major tax bill worth around £3.5million.
      However, it could see the midfielder bolster his chances of featuring at Euro 2024.
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      But where could Henderson go if he did make the shock early exit?
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      Henderson spent 12 years at Anfield, racking up 492 appearances for the Reds.
      He inherited the captain’s armband from Gerrard and lifted the Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup, Community Shield, Champions League, Super Cup and Club World Cup.
      Jurgen Klopp brought in Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Wataru Endo and Ryan Gravenberch in a midfield overhaul – but some extra trophy-winning experience could be vital as Liverpool chase another league title this term.
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      The England international is the only Liverpool captain to lift the Premier League trophyCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
      NEWCASTLE
      Newcastle have the local bragging rights after winning the Tyne-Wear FA Cup clash – and they could have even more if ex-Sunderland boy Henderson joins them.
      Newcastle are owned by the Saudi Public Investment Fund and the connections to the Saudi Pro League would ease negotiations – especially after Premier League clubs voted to allow transfers between clubs with the same owners.
      Eddie Howe’s squad has been decimated by injuries and a holding midfielder is high on the wish list anyway, with Kalvin Phillips also a target.
      Henderson started out at boyhood club Sunderland, joining aged eightCredit: AP:Associated Press
      CHELSEA
      Chelsea have splashed the cash – more than £1billion to be precise – since Todd Boehly took over at Stamford Bridge in 2022.
      And yet despite the big-money arrivals of Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caicedo, Romeo Lavia and Lesley Ugochukwu, an experienced head in the middle of the park could be a sensible addition.
      Henderson would certainly provide that and linking up with a host of Three Lions stars could help catch Gareth Southgate’s eye.
      He could line up in midfield with Enzo Fernandez at ChelseaCredit: Getty
      CELTIC
      Henderson was at Liverpool throughout Brendan Rodgers’ tenure as Kop boss from 2012 to 2015.
      And the Northern Irishman may well be keen for a reunion to add a top-quality midfielder into his Celtic team.
      The lower overall quality of the league compared to the Premier League would also work in Henderson’s favour because he turns 34 at the end of the season.
      Brendan Rodgers managed the midfielder at AnfieldCredit: Action Images – Reuters
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      SunSport understands an unnamed German club are also monitoring Henderson’s situation with particular interest.
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      With Bayer Leverkusen the surprise leaders and Bayern Munich, Stuttgart and RB Leipzig all chasing, the Bundesliga is wide open going into the second half of the season.
      Henderson proved he is willing to move abroad when he went to Saudi and the chance to test himself in another of Europe’s top five leagues could be appealing.
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      Ex-Arsenal star wins prestigious Bundesliga award amid stunning season as Gunners fans say ‘why did we let him go?’

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      GRANIT XHAKA has won a prestigious Bundesliga award as he continues his fine form for Bayer Leverkusen.The Swiss midfielder joined the German side in the summer for £21.5million.
      Granit Xhaka has been named the Bundesliga’s best defensive/central midfielder so far this seasonCredit: Getty
      However, his performances this term have left Arsenal fans wondering why the club let him go.
      Xhaka won two FA Cups and served as club captain during seven years with the Gunners.
      He is now a key part of Xabi Alonso’s side, which currently sit top of the Bundesliga and remain unbeaten this season.
      The 31-year-old has also been named the Bundesliga’s best defensive/central midfielder so far this season by Kicker.
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      He was ranked first in their winter midfield rankings after being placed in the “international class” alongside team-mate Exequiel Palacios.
      Reacting to the news, one fan commented: “Still in shock Arsenal let him go.”
      Another added: “I miss him.”
      A third supporter also wrote: “Underrated part of Arsenal’s run last year.”
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      Meanwhile, one more joked: “Keeping Kane from winning a trophy. Arsenal through and through.”
      Harry Kane’s Bayern Munich are currently four points behind Leverkusen in second place.
      Alonso has guided his team to an unbeaten start in the league, cup and Europe, with Xhaka starting every Bundesliga match so far this term.
      Across all competitions, he has made 23 appearances to help power his side to the top of the table. More

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      Eric Dier agrees stunning deal to join Bayern Munich as Spurs outcast closes in on transfer reunion with Harry Kane

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      ERIC DIER has agreed a stunning switch to Bayern Munich, it’s been claimed.The England defender and midfielder has fallen further down the Tottenham pecking order since Ange Postecoglou’s appointment as manager.
      Eric Dier has fallen further down to the Tottenham pecking order since Ange Postecoglou’s appointment as managerCredit: Reuters
      The England defender and midfielder will be a free agent in the summerCredit: Rex
      Dier, 29, has reportedly agreed a deal to join Bayern MunichCredit: Getty
      Dier, 29, began assessing his options once it became clear he wasn’t part of the Aussie’s plans at the club.
      And the midfielder has agreed a deal in principle to join German giants Bayern, according to reports.
      The Times claim the England international has “reached an agreement in principle” with the Bavarians after initial talks.
      Dier is free to speak to the Bundesliga big boys as his contract with Spurs expires at the end of the season.
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      Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel has identified the versatile Dier as a target to bolster his defence, although the former Sporting Lisbon ace is one of four potential options.
      And it’s claimed Bayern believe they have the “green light” to press on with a move for the out-of-favour Spurs star.
      Despite Dier seemingly being surplus to requirements, it’s not known whether or not Spurs would be willing to part ways with him.
      Postecoglu, however, has previously hinted that his future lay away from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
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      A move to Bayern Munich will see Eric Dier reunited with Harry KaneCredit: EPA
      That came in the form of a refusal to confirm whether or not he was part of his plans last October.
      The former Celtic chief said: “I haven’t had any chats with Eric. He’s training and he’s making himself available.
      “With all these guys, if they feel the need to discuss their future I’m more than happy to do that.
      “But I’m not going to go out and seek it unless I see there’s an issue.”
      Should Spurs agree to sell Dier to Bayern, the move will see the ace reunited with former long-time club team-mate Harry Kane.
      Kane swapped North London for Munich last August in a move blockbuster move worth £82million.
      England skipper Kane has been nothing short of prolific since joining the German champions.
      The 30-year-old has scored a whopping 25 goals in 22 appearances for Tuchel’s troop, breaking the Bundesliga record for the fewest games to find of the back of the net 20 times in the process.
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      Bayern Munich ‘target shock Trevoh Chalobah transfer with Chelsea willing to sell to raise money and avoid FFP breach’

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      BAYERN MUNICH are eyeing a shock swoop for Trevoh Chalobah, it’s been claimed.The defender has been one of the shining lights in what has been a difficult few years for Chelsea.
      Trevoh Chalobah has impressed since returning to ChelseaCredit: RICHARD PELHAM
      Despite the Blues’ defensive woes, Chalobah has impressed since returning from a season-long loan with Lorient.
      And according to reports, his displays over the past season-and-half have caught the eye of German giants Bayern Munich.
      That’s according to The Daily Mail, who claim the Bundesliga big boys are seeking to sign the 24-year-old on an initial loan deal.
      It’s also said that Chelsea are willing to part ways with their academy product to help balance their books and not be in breach of Financial Fair Play regulations.
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      It’s understood the West Londoners are also looking to cash in on Chalobah’s fellow academy graduate Conor Gallagher to avoid an FFP infringement.
      Chalobah was on course to join Bayern on loan last September but pulled the plug on the deal by vowing to fight for his place in the Blues’ starting line-up.
      Manager Mauricio Pochettino said: “If an offer appears, it is because another part of the club accepted it to move or they were trying to find a solution or the player wanted to leave.
      ” You cannot only blame the club, if an offer appears for Jesus [Perez, my assistant], it is because Jesus was open to receiving the offer, no?
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      “Come on, we need to also be clever. Did you receive an offer, Jesus [laughs]?!
      “No, but it is always easy to blame the club and blame the club. In the same way, maybe the player was thinking in pre-season or before the season to move in one direction.
      “If after that didn’t happen, then I am fair with the player. I will give them a chance to perform and play here.
      “Maybe the player decides to stay after but that’s the business. That is not, ‘Oh, the club accepted the offer’ or ‘The player wanted to move’.
      “Come on, it is the business that we know very well.
      “The players that are here if they deserve will have the opportunities to play but they need to be better than the others in their position.”
      Chelsea will be back in action on Saturday afternoon, welcoming Preston North End to Stamford Bridge for their FA Cup third-round clash.
      Chelsea are contemplating selling Trevoh Chalobah to balance their booksCredit: The Times More

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      Former Man City star ‘set for shock Premier League return’ to rivals after starring in Bundesliga

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      KO ITAKURA is reportedly set for a Premier League return with Liverpool and Tottenham reportedly interested in the Borussia Monchengladbach star.The former Manchester City centre-back has caught the attention of the Premier League again after his impressive spell in the Bundesliga.
      Liverpool and Tottenham are interested in signing Borussia Monchengladbach’s Ko ItakuraCredit: Getty
      Itakura joined Monchengladbach for £4million during the summer of 2022 after helping former side Schalke get promoted to the Bundesliga.
      The Japanese star has since made 34 appearances for Monchengladbach.
      And in August last year, the 26-year-old won the club’s Player of the Month award.
      But according to reporter Fabrizio Romano Itakura is “one to watch in 2024 as top clubs are monitoring Japanese CB.”
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      The transfer guru added that Liverpool “have sent their scouts multiple times to follow Itakura’s performances”.
      And Ange Postecoglou is “monitoring” the defender who he also eyed up while managing at his former club Celtic.
      The ex-City star, who never played for Pep Guardiola’s side, is still tied to the German club until 2026.
      And Romano confirmed his “release clause is NOT valid in January.”
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      Itakura is currently valued at £13million according to Transfermarkt.
      In January 2019, he joined City but was immediately loaned to Eredivisie club Groningen until the summer of 2021 before heading to then tier two side Schalke.
      The 21-cap Japan international can play both in centre-back and defensive midfielder positions which could suit Jurgen Klopp as Joel Matip and Stefan Bajcetic are out with injuries.
      Postecoglou’s side need defensive reinforcement after losing Cristian Romero to a hamstring injury on Christmas Eve to add to Spurs’ injury crisis. More

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      Donny van de Beek joins Eintracht Frankfurt on loan transfer – and he could have played final game for Man Utd

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      DONNY VAN DE BEEK has left Manchester United on loan.And he could have played his final game for the Red Devils.
      Donny van de Beek has joined Eintracht Frankfurt on loan for the rest of the seasonCredit: INSTAGRAM @eintrachtfrankfurt
      The Dutchman will wear the No25 for the Bundesliga sideCredit: INSTAGRAM @eintrachtfrankfurt
      Van de Beek, 26, completed his loan to Eintracht Frankhurt within the first 12 hours of the January transfer window.
      And the Bundesliga side have an option to make the deal permanent at the end of the season.
      It is understood that fee would be around £9.5million – with add-ons potentially seeing it rise to £12m.
      And that would be around a £30m loss for United on the midfielder who joined from Ajax for £40m in 2020.
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      Van de Beek chose to wear the No25 shirt at the Deutsche Bank Park.
      And as he lines up alongside World Cup hero Mario Gotze, he will be hoping he can help his new side qualify for the Champions League.
      Eintracht Frankfurt currently sit sixth in the Bundesliga table, nine points off fourth-placed RB Leipzig.
      Van de Beek featured just twice for United in the first half of this campaign.
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      He got 19 minutes in the Carabao Cup win over Crystal Palace in September and then two minutes in the Premier League against the same opponents four days later.
      Despite working with Ten Hag at Ajax as they reached the Champions League semi-finals in 2019, the manager left him out of all six matchday squads for the 2023 group stages as United finished bottom and crashed out.
      Overall, Van de Beek has managed two goals in 62 Red Devils appearances across four seasons at Old Trafford.
      And his lack of game time or form means he has not added to his 19 Netherlands international caps since 2021.

      A strong loan spell at Eintracht, though, could see him work his way back into Ronald Koeman’s squad ahead of Euro 2024 – as the Dutch face France, Austria and a play-off winner in Group D.
      It could also see the German club keen to wrap up Van de Beek by triggering the option to buy him in the summer.
      He will be going into the final year of his Red Devils contract next season and therefore United will surely be looking to offload him.
      Manchester United fans have been warned not to expect too much more action in January – with Jadon Sancho possibly on his way out but no big-money incomings are likely.
      The midfielder completed his switch just hours after the transfer window openedCredit: Twitter @Eintracht
      Strong form could see a permanent deal done in the summerCredit: INSTAGRAM @eintrachtfrankfurt
      Van de Beek made just two appearances for the Red DevilsCredit: PA More