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      Man City ready to sell star after stunning season out on loan with Bundesliga clubs lining up transfer

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      MANCHESTER CITY aim to find a buyer for keeper Zack Steffen in the summer — after his loan spell at Middlesbrough ends.Boro fear they will lose the United States international as City are open to selling him, with German clubs on alert.
      Steffen has spent this season on loan at MiddlesbroughCredit: Alamy
      The goalkeeper joined Man City in 2019Credit: Paul Marriott
      Steffen has lost his place as City No 2 and his best chances of playing may be elsewhere and the timing is right to cash in.
      The 28-year-old played for Fortuna Dusseldorf on loan in the past and could attract Bundesliga interest.
      City want a Prem club for England Under-21 cap James Trafford, who has shone at Bolton on loan.
      Burnley and Sheffield United are keen but he would have to start — and that may not be possible at either of those clubs.
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      Steffen joined Man City from MLS side Columbus Crew in 2019 and has since made 21 appearances for Pep Guardiola’s side.
      He was loaned out to Fortuna Dusseldorf during his first season before joining back up with the City squad ahead of the 2020-21 campaign.
      However, the goalkeeper fell down the pecking order at the club following the arrival of Stefan Ortega last summer.
      Steffen was loaned out to Middlesbrough in July and since made 45 appearances.
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      In March, he admitted that he did not wish to return to the Etihad at the end of his loan.
      The goalkeeper told The Philadelphia Inquirer: “I don’t think I’ll go back.
      “No, I want to be playing. Although I had a great time at City and I love those guys, and obviously [it’s] an amazing club, I don’t really have any plans to go back.” More

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      Arsenal and Man Utd dealt transfer blow as ‘Bayern Munich enter race for top target Declan Rice’

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      ARSENAL and Manchester United have been dealt a blow with Bayern Munich reportedly entering the race for Declan Rice.The West Ham captain, 24, could leave the London Stadium this summer.
      Declan Rice is a reported transfer target for Bayern MunichCredit: PA
      The Gunners and the Red Devils have been long-term admirers of Rice, with the Emirates side once the favourites to land him in a club-record transfer.
      However, it is understood Thomas Tuchel is weighing up a move for the Hammers ace.
      Bild state Tuchel and sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic are working on a plan to overhaul the Bayern squad this summer.
      And they identified Rice as a suitable option in holding midfield.
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      He would be a like-for-like replacement for experienced star Joshua Kimmich, who has been linked with a transfer to Barcelona.
      Tuchel came up against Rice during his time as Chelsea boss and believes he has the quality to slot into the Bavarians’ team chasing the Champions League trophy.
      And a possible transfer could see England’s first-choice midfield pairing of Rice and Jude Bellingham both playing in the Bundesliga – although the latter may head to Real Madrid or Manchester City.
      However, the report adds the transfer fee could prove a sticking point for Bayern.
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      West Ham continue to demand £100million for their academy graduate, despite his current contract expiring in 2024.
      Bayern’s record transfer fee is the £68m they paid for Lucas Hernandez.
      And that could prove a boost for the Premier League sides still keen on landing Rice, especially if they can offer Champions League football.
      Hammers boss David Moyes admitted last week there is a “good chance” his influential skipper could leave the club at the end of this season – with James Ward-Prowse lined up as a possible replacement.
      Moyes said: “We would love Declan to be a West Ham player but we are aware that may not be the case come the end of the season.
      “That is one of the scenarios when it comes to planning.
      “There are plans that we have Dec here but we are fully aware that there is a good chance we won’t have him.” More

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      Barcelona want Kimmich from Bayern Munich in stunning summer transfer – and German is open to move

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      BARCELONA are tipped to launch a shock move for unhappy Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich. The German national team captain, 28, was said to be upset at Bayern sacking Julian Nagelsmann in March.
      LaLiga champs Barca could be poised for an amazing swoop on Joshua KimmichCredit: Getty
      Bayern currently sit atop the Bundesliga table with two games to go, leading long-time rivals Borussia Dortmund by a point, but face third-placed RB Leipzig in their penultimate game.
      Following Nagelsmann’s departure, Kimmich experienced a tense situation and divided atmosphere inside the dressing room, with many players in the dark on the sudden dismissal.
      And he is reportedly excited by the Barcelona project after their success this season under former star Xavi.
      Kimmich could fit perfectly into the role vacated by Sergio Busquets, who has announced he is leaving the club, and is a cheaper option than Martin Zubimendi.
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      The Real Sociedad star, 24, has four years left on his deal with a £51.5m release clause.
      He is also likely to attract a bidding war in the transfer market, with Arsenal and Manchester United reportedly among his admirers.
      Xavi believes Kimmich “would be perfect for Barca” with the German calling Xavi his role model.
      The 2010 World Cup winner was introduced to Kimmich by Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola, who said: “I have a player who can literally play in any position.”
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      Kimmich has spent eight seasons with Bayern after joining from RB Leipzig in 2015, winning seven Bundesliga titles, three German cups and a Champions League, including the historic sextuple in 2020. 
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      He has featured 45 times in all competitions this season, scoring seven and assisting 11.
      Should he move to the Camp Nou he would rejoin his former teammate Robert Lewandowski, who made the switch last summer, and fellow countryman Marc-Andre Ter Stegen.
      The Polish striker has netted 21 goals in La Liga this season taking Barcelona to the title as the top scorer in the league with the German shot-stopper holding the most clean sheets.
      Barcelona are also linked with signing Athletic Club centre back Inigo Martinez at the request of Xavi and could also pull off an emotional return for club legend Lionel Messi from PSG. More

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      Man Utd ‘chasing Sadio Mane’ in shock summer transfer but face competition from top four rivals

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are in the hunt to sign Sadio Mane this summer but face competition from Newcastle, according to reports.The ex-Liverpool winger is expected to leave Bayern Munich after just one season with the club.
      Sadio Mane could secure a move back to the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty
      Sky Sports in Germany claim they want to get rid of him after a troubled campaign.
      The Senegalese international punched team-mate Leroy Sane after a Champions League tie versus Manchester City.
      Mane was suspended and fined a reported £250,000.
      He earns a supposed £17.4million per year, meaning many sides are likely to be priced out.
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      Man Utd would be able to afford him and are interested as he would be able to add versatility and experience to the attack.
      Mane wanted a move to the Red Devils prior to signing for Liverpool in 2016.
      Meanwhile, Newcastle are in for the 31-year-old as Eddie Howe looks to bolster his attacking options with European football on the horizon.
      Chelsea were also reportedly keeping an eye on Mane’s situation but already have a bloated squad with plenty of wingers.
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      A switch back to Anfield appears unlikely after Jurgen Klopp signed the likes of Cody Gakpo and Darwin Nunez since his departure.
      Outside the Premier League, the Champions League winner could head to Barcelona but would need to take a pay cut as the club battle ongoing financial constraints.
      Teams from Saudi Arabia could also be keen as they look to add more high-profile players to their league. More

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      Newcastle ‘target surprise move for RB Leipzig star’ who would shatter their transfer record

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      NEWCASTLE are reportedly going all in for RB Leipzig star Dominik Szoboszlai – but he could demand a fee that would break their transfer record. The Magpies are looking to strengthen in the summer with European football now guaranteed at St James’ Park next season.
      Dominik Szoboszlai has five goals and eight assists in 29 Bundesliga games so far this seasonCredit: Getty
      Backed by their rich owners, it appears the sky is the limit for the club as they head into the transfer window.
      And Sky Sports Germany report one of their major targets is RB Leipzig attacker Szoboszlai, who the club have been monitoring.
      The Hungarian’s profile has grown since his 2021 move to the Red Bull Arena and at 22 years of age he has space to grow.
      But attracting the star to the north-east of England could prove expensive due to his release clause.
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      Newcastle could have to offer 70m euros – around £60m – to force Leipzig into accepting their bid.
      This fee could edge out the amount they paid for Alexander Isak last summer which is their current club record.
      Szoboszlai’s contract runs until 2026 which will allow Leipzig some space to negotiate – but the report adds that the German club are willing to “lower the thumb” to find a fee.
      The winger is believed to want to play for a club in the Champions League.
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      Newcastle sit third and need six more points to guarantee passage into Europe’s top tier competition.
      While RB Leipzig’s late victory over Werder Bremen on the weekend – which saw Szoboszlai snatch a stoppage-time winner – leaves his side needing just a single win from their last two. More

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      Watch ex-West Ham star score ‘insane goal of the season’ with cheeky backheel as Dortmund keep up title hopes

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      FORMER West Ham star Sebastien Haller scored a goal of the season contender as Borussia Dortmund kept their title hopes alive.Edin Terzic’s side smashed Borussia Monchengladbach 5-2 to remain one point behind Bayern Munich at the top of the Bundesliga.

      Sebastien Haller scored with a smart backheelCredit: Rex
      Dortmund remain in the hunt to win the BundesligaCredit: Rex
      Haller netted twice as Dortmund raced in a 4-0 lead before half-time.
      His first strike was the pick of the goals as he cheekily flicked the ball in with a back heel.
      Donyell Malen worked it well down the right and slid the ball across the box for the Ivorian striker to improvise with his finish.
      Fans labelled the goal as “insane” and “filthy”.
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      It was his seventh goal of the season in his 20th appearance.
      Haller signed for Dortmund from Ajax last summer and was ruled out for half of the campaign as he fought testicular cancer.
      He has made a sensational and emotional comeback since.
      The 28-year-old’s club even made a change to the pitch for one game to raise awareness of his battle.
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      Haller is formally of West Ham, having played for the club 54 times after arriving for a then club record fee of £45million.
      He scored 15 goals for the Hammers, including a spectacular acrobatic effort versus Crystal Palace.
      Haller will aim to complete his incredible return to action by lifting the Bundesliga title but Dortmund have just two games to leapfrog Bayern. More

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      Fans convinced Jude Bellingham has dropped major hint over transfer as they ‘read his lips’ during celebration

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      FANS are convinced that Jude Bellingham dropped a major hint over his future in a goal celebration. The Borussia Dortmund star netted twice in his team’s 6-0 hammering of Wolfsburg on Sunday.
      Jude Bellingham said something during his celebration, sending fans into a frenzyCredit: BVB TV
      Bellingham passionately celebrated punching the air as he mimicked people talking in his ear.
      Fans have read his lips as he shouted and they are convinced he said: “F*** the talk, I’m staying.”
      However, some believe he didn’t say that and was in fact swearing at Bayern Munich fans after he received criticism from them.
      The 19-year-old midfielder, who is under contract until 2025, has been heavily linked with a transfer away from Dortmund this summer.
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      Manchester United, Manchester City and Real Madrid are all in the race to sign him after Liverpool pulled out.
      Bellingham has supposedly agreed personal terms with the LaLiga club after they reportedly offered him a £12million-a-year deal.
      Despite Real Madrid leading the race, they are yet to agree a fee with Dortmund.
      They are supposedly demanding £124million, which is more than Carlo Ancelotti’s men are ready to spend.
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      Dortmund are chasing down Bayern at the top of the Bundesliga and sit one point behind them with two games to go.
      Despite the title race and transfer saga, Bellingham found time to head back home to Birmingham to watch his former side and brother Jobe play and he was mobbed by fans on his way out the ground. More

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      Jude Bellingham mobbed by fans as Man Utd and Man City transfer target shows up at English football stadium

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM was mobbed by fans after he turned up at St Andrew’s to watch his former club Birmingham City.The Blues faced Sheffield United on the final day of the Championship season and lost 2-1.
      Jude Bellingham was swarmed by Birmingham fans outside St Andrew’sCredit: Twitter
      Jude Bellingham has been linked with a host of top clubsCredit: Getty
      Bellingham, who came through the ranks at Birmingham, was in attendance to watch younger brother Jobe play.
      Fans patiently waited two hours for Bellingham to appear outside the ground after the game.
      And the player was spotted greeting supporters and posing for photos as people swarmed him.
      The 19-year-old midfielder has been heavily linked with a move away from Borussia Dortmund this summer.
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      Manchester United and Manchester City are interested but Real Madrid are supposedly leading the race.
      The LaLiga giants have reportedly offered him a £12million-a-year deal.
      However, Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid are yet to agree a fee and they are demanding £124million.
      Liverpool were keen on the England star but have pulled out of the transfer race.
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      Bellingham is leading his side’s title push after scoring twice in a 6-0 demolition of Wolfsburg just the day before he returned home to Birmingham.
      Dortmund sit one point behind Bayern Munich with two games remaining. More