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      Telling my kids I was sick and needed to go to hospital was hardest part of testicular cancer battle, says Haller

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      SEBASTIEN HALLER says the hardest part of his cancer battle was telling his children he was sick and needed to go to hospital.The Borussia Dortmund striker, 28, was diagnosed with a testicular tumour just two weeks after signing for the club as Erling Haaland’s replacement.
      Sebastien Haller opened up on telling his kids about his cancerCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/CgciiAmKPXU/?hl=en
      The striker was full of admiration and appreciation for his wife PriscillaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/priscilla.haller/?hl=en
      Haller underwent four rounds of chemotherapy for the testicular cancerCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      He underwent four rounds of chemotherapy and had two operations before returning to training last week with an Apple watch to track all his data.
      And as he prepares to make his debut against Dusseldorf in a friendly today, Haller opened up on an emotional six months.
      And discussing his illness with his young kids alongside wife Priscilla proved incredibly difficult.
      He told Bild: “I first discussed with my wife how best to explain it to our children.
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      “We looked online for tips and asked other people. We then found a way and explained it to them with a small video.
      “The hardest part was getting them to understand that while I’m fine right now, I’m sick and need to be hospitalised – even for a few weeks or months.
      “We wanted to be honest, the kids are smart and have good senses themselves, so we didn’t want to try to hide anything from them.
      “Luckily they took it well, I laughed a lot at home, played a lot with them.
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      “In the beginning it wasn’t like usual, of course – my older son often wanted to jump on me, so I had to tell him: ‘not yet’. But now everything is fine.”
      Haller added he did not cry when he found out the news but was instantly determined to beat the cancer.
      The Ivory Coast forward continued: “I knew immediately: I have no other choice. The choices are limited.
      “It won’t do you any good if you put yourself in a depression.
      “So I said to myself: stay positive, bring your family and friends together. You’re not alone. So go through it together with them.
      “When I got home, my wife had prepared a few small posters with the news from my family. Mum, dad, brother, sister.
      “That was actually the most emotional thing. But there was also an incredible amount of uplifting news from the football world, I can’t even list everyone.
      “The president of Ivory Coast was there, my former clubs and of course a lot of players, Luka Jovic and Ante Rebic also wrote to me which made me happy.”
      Haller encourages everyone, not just footballers, to get regular health check-ups in case they detect any problems.
      Now the striker is focusing on regaining his match sharpness ahead of his debut for Dortmund following the £28million transfer from Ajax.
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      The vision of playing and scoring in front of the famous Yellow Wall at Signal Iduna Park has been replayed over and over in his mind for the last six months.
      And that first goal will hopefully not be far away – and will be a special moment for Haller, his family and his new adoring fans.
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      Chelsea face missing out on Marcus Thuram as Barcelona ‘scout striker ahead of summer transfer’

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      CHELSEA are facing an uphill battle to sign Marcus Thuram after Barcelona sent scouts to watch him, according to reports. Thuram, 25, is out of contract in the summer and consequently represents a cut-price option in a heavily inflated January market.
      Chelsea face missing out on Marcus ThuramCredit: Getty
      Chelsea are one of a number of sides who have been linked with a move for the Frenchman, who can play as a winger or a striker.
      However, Barcelona are understood to be taking the most keen look at him.
      According to Mundo Deportivo, the club’s present financial situation is restricting them from being able to freely navigate the market.
      Therefore, they have been seeking cheaper alternatives – a profile Thuram fits due to the nature of his contract.
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      The report indicates the Spanish giants have sent scouts to watch the Borussia Monchengladbach star, with “favourable” reports being returned.
      Thuram is typically deployed through the centre in Germany, but during the World Cup he made his impact off the bench coming from the wing, showcasing his versatility.
      With him thought to be available for just under £10million as well, the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal, Newcastle, Tottenham and Liverpool have all retained an interest.
      But each of these clubs seem to have transfer target priorities which, for now at least, lie elsewhere.
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      Chelsea owner Todd Boehly is said to have now stepped down from his role as interim sporting director, but it has not stopped the club pressing forward with deals.
      The Blues have verbally agreed to cough up the £10million loan fee for Atletico Madrid’s Joao Felix, which they hope will alleviate some of their issues for the remainder of the season.
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      Ex-Sheff Utd star Mousset set to have VfL Bochum contract ripped up as he’s banned for turning up to training late again

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      FORMER Premier League ace Lys Mousset is set to have his VfL Bochum contract ripped up, according to reports.Mousset, 26, joined the Bundesliga side last summer after six years in England with Bournemouth and Sheffield United.
      Lys Mousset has been punished for regular tardinessCredit: Rex
      In six months he has failed to make a single appearance, however, and is set to be released.
      According to German paper Kicker, Bochum have become sick of Mousset’s regular lateness.
      His latest indiscretion is said to have taken place during a training camp in Andalusia.
      The Frenchman has been sent home from the trip and suspended by his club.
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      And it’s claimed that the Bundesliga side plan to follow his suspension by terminating his contract.
      As reported by Fussball Transfers, Mousset has been described as “unmotivated, unpunctual and unprofessional”.
      It’s claimed that he arrived at his new club unfit last summer, and never managed to get up to scratch.
      He was named as a substitute just once at Bochum, for a 2-0 defeat to Werder Bremen back in September.
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      That was the only time he made the matchday squad.
      Manager Patrick Fabian said: “We kept giving him a chance, now there’s no point.”
      He went on to add: “It’s pretty disappointing because we naturally had a lot of hopes from him in terms of sport.
      “At some point, however, the time has come when we have to protect the group as a whole.”
      Mousset arrived in English football in 2016, when Bournemouth paid around £6.5million to recruit him from Le Havre.
      He struggled for goals with the Cherries, netting just five times in 71 appearances for them.
      Despite his profligacy in front of goal, Sheffield United opted to pay a then-club record £10m fee to bring him to Bramall Lane in September 2019.
      He scored nine goals and laid on four assists in 53 outings for the Blades.
      Mousset was shipped off to Salernitana on loan in January 2022, managing only six appearances and no goals in Serie A before moving to VfL Bochum last summer.
      Lys Mousset tussles with Eric Dier during his time in the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty More

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      Jude Bellingham transfer will cost £100million UP FRONT as Dortmund tell Man Utd, City and Liverpool and Co to stump up

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM’S admirers will have to pay around £100million up front if they hope to sign Europe’s hottest property in the summer.Both Manchester clubs and Liverpool would love to bring him to the Premier League, while Real Madrid are confident they can trump them all.
      Borussia Dortmund won’t let Jude Bellingham leave on the cheapCredit: Getty
      Borussia Dortmund are understood to have told all interested parties they are prepared to do  business — if the majority of Bellingham’s valuation is paid in one hit.
      And with a fee in the region of £130m being quoted, any serious buyer will have to come up with a huge down payment.
      It has made a top-four finish vital for Liverpool, while United know they need the same after slipping down the pecking order of go-to clubs for players in recent seasons.
      With Bellingham’s wages expected to be in the region of £300,000 per week and a hefty signing bonus, Dortmund expect their stance to flush out the serious bidders.
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      The Bundesliga side have to factor in a five per cent sell-on clause to the England midfielder’s former club Birmingham, agreed as part of the deal which saw them sign the teen for £22m in 2020.
      There is growing feeling in Germany that Madrid and City lead the race for the 19-year-old, due to their financial clout.
      City could raise around £75m if Bernardo Silva is sold at the end of the season, while Ilkay Gundogan is also in the final six months of his contract.
      Despite Madrid’s strong links to Bellingham, boss Carlo Ancelotti recently distanced his side from a swoop.
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      The Italian, who already boasts a midfield including Luka Modric, Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga and Fede Valverde, said: “Bellingham has shown at the World Cup that he is a great midfielder, but so have others.
      “Enzo Fernandez has played very well. Gavi and Pedri as well.
      “Bellingham is one of those very good midfielders, but I’ll stick with the ones we have.” More

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      Al-Nassr ‘want to partner Cristiano Ronaldo with Germany legend Marco Reus with Dortmund star out of contract in summer’

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      AL-NASSR are reportedly hoping to sign Marco Reus in a free transfer from Borussia Dortmund.The Saudi Pro League side completed the signing of five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo last week.
      Reus has been linked with a move to Al-NassrCredit: Getty
      And now manager Rudi Garcia wants to add more European superstars to his ranks.
      According to The Daily Mail, Al-Nassr chiefs are hoping to tempt Reus to Mrsool Park.
      Reus, 33, has less than six months remaining on his existing contract with Borussia Dortmund.
      The midfielder is currently understood to be considering his future at the club having spent the last 11 years at Signal Iduna Park.
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      And Al-Nassr hope that he will follow in the footsteps of former Manchester United ace Ronaldo in moving to Saudi Arabia.
      Reus re-joined Borussia Dortmund in 2012 – six years after initially leaving the club’s academy.
      He has since made 368 appearances for BVB, scoring 156 goals and assisting 118.
      But a number of recurring injury issues have left him struggling for regular first team football over the past few years.
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      The midfielder was ruled out of the World Cup in November due to an ankle injury and he is yet to return to action.
      Reus is just one of many European players that have been linked with a move to Al-Nassr.
      Eden Hazard, Luka Modric and Sergio Ramos have also been tipped to join the Saudi Pro League leaders. More

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      Chelsea ‘contact RB Leipzig’ over Dani Olmo transfer with Blues keen on Spain star if Mykhailo Mudryk picks Arsenal

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      CHELSEA will reportedly consider a bid for RB Leipzig forward Dani Olmo if Mykhailo Mudryk opts to sign for Arsenal.SunSport revealed on Friday that Shakhtar Donetsk star Mudryk, 22, is currently torn between the two London clubs.
      Chelsea are being linked with RB Leipzig forward Dani OlmoCredit: Getty
      Graham Potter’s men are keen to secure the £88million man’s services after a late bid to hijack the Gunners’ deal.
      However, they could still miss out on the Ukrainian and be forced to look elsewhere for alternatives.
      It comes amid several injury concerns for Chelsea with the likes of Raheem Sterling, Christian Pulisic and Mason Mount all suffering fitness issues.
      According to The Mail, Leipzig man Olmo is a target should Mudryk choose Arsenal.
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      The Spain international, 24, who played at the World Cup in Qatar, has contributed 19 goals and 22 assists in 106 appearances for the German club since arriving in 2020.
      Making his international debut while still at Dinamo Zagreb three years ago, Olmo has already racked up 29 caps for his country and bagged five goals.
      A product of the Barcelona youth set-up, he was linked with a return to the Nou Camp in 2021 – as well as a move to Manchester United.
      His current contract with Leipzig runs until 2024.
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      Meanwhile, a cheaper option for Chelsea is thought to be Borussia Monchengladbach’s Marcus Thuram.
      The France star, 25, is out of contract in the summer and being looked at by both the Blues and Man Utd.
      Potter has already signed three new players in the January window – David Datro Fofana, Benoit Badiashile and Audrey Santos.
      The ex-Brighton boss will be hoping the arrivals can help boost morale with the club currently languishing in 10th place in the Premier League.
      Following their 1-0 league defeat at home to Manchester City on Thursday, they face them yet again on Sunday in the third round of the FA Cup – this time at the Etihad.
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      Daley Blind on verge of shock Bayern Munich free transfer after ex-Man Utd star terminated Ajax contract

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      DALEY BLIND is on the verge of a shock move to Bayern Munich, reports say.The former Man United midfielder terminated his contract with boyhood club Ajax in December after a successful career and had been on the lookout for a new club.
      Blind is set for a major move after leaving Ajax last monthCredit: Getty
      The Dutchman had been linked to Belgian side Antwerp but now it appears he could be on the move to a far more decorated side.
      The Athletic report the 32-year-old is set to join Bayern Munich in a surprise deal.
      He is reportedly set to undergo a medical for the free transfer switch to the Allianz Arena.
      If he does move, Blind will be joining a Bayern team looking to win an 11th consecutive league title.
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      They sit four clear at the top of La Liga after a tricky start to the season, and can also look forward to a huge clash against French giants PSG in the Champions League next month.
      Blind left Ajax in December after mutually agreeing to terminate his contract six months before it was set to expire.
      His father, Danny, who held an advisory role at the club, also stepped away.
      Blind won seven Eredivisie titles across his two spells with the club.
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      He said in an emotional Twitter post that “circumstances” was why he was leaving the club.
      The Ajax legend said: “With pain in my heart and tears in my eyes I have to say goodbye to the club. Playing for Ajax is the best thing there is.
      “Amsterdammers are often direct and demanding. That is also allowed, I like that and that is why I can always be honest with you. Together we have a special relationship and that was not always easy for me.
      “Sometimes I had the feeling that I was playing against some of you and sometimes I felt that I was criticised just a little faster than many other players. That is absolutely not why I’m leaving.
      “This is not how I imagined my end at Ajax, but due to ‘circumstances’ it turned out that way. I hope the right time will come to say goodbye to you. Make sure Ajax stays Ajax.”
      Blind was vague when he explained in an emotional Twitter post why he terminated his Ajax contractCredit: Willie Vass
      Blind came through Ajax’s youth system and played for the senior side between 2008 and 2014.
      He then had a four-year stay at Manchester United before returning to Amsterdam.
      Blind becomes the latest huge figure to leave the club recently, following manager Erik ten Hag and Antony departing for Man United while Ryan Gravenberch went to Bayern.
      In 2019, it was revealed that Blind had a heart condition after he complained of dizziness during a Champions League game.
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      After being sent for tests, the star was discovered cardiomyopathy or heart muscle inflammation.
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      Sebastien Haller back in Dortmund training six months after testicular cancer diagnosis as brave star closes in on debut

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      SEBASTIEN HALLER is back in Borussia Dortmund training six months after his testicular cancer diagnosis. Now the striker will be hoping to make his debut for the club.
      Sebastien Haller is back in Borussia Dortmund trainingCredit: Getty
      Haller was diagnosed with testicular cancer in July

      Haller, 28, signed for Dortmund at the beginning of July as Erling Haaland’s replacement.
      But less than two weeks later, he received the news of a testicular tumour.
      He underwent chemotherapy and had two operations.
      But now the Ivorian forward has returned to the training ground and was pictured putting in the hard yards in the gym.
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      Haller – whose hair has started to grow back – said in a video on the Dortmund Twitter account: “Hello guys!
      “I’m finally back. It was not easy but with your support it was better and easier to do.
      “I am just looking forward to seeing you in the stadium for some victories. Ciao guys.”
      Haller earned his £28million transfer to Dortmund after scoring 21 goals in 31 appearances for Ajax last term.
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      The former West Ham man struggled to hold back the tears as he collected his golden boot award in August, publicly thanking his wife Priscilla.
      Haller later told ESPN: “My wife was in shock, but she could deal with it.
      “But my mum it wasn’t the same, because mothers are mothers.
      “I called my brothers and sisters to make sure they will be there for her, so that she wouldn’t feel alone. This is what I have done.”
      He also explained that he would spend “five days at a time at the hospital, where I am hooked up 24/7” and was unable to leave his bed while treatment was injected before a two-week rest period.
      Dortmund play their first match after the World Cup break on January 22 when they face Augsburg.
      Edin Terzic’s side sit sixth in the Bundesliga table, nine points adrift of leaders Bayern Munich with 15 matches played.
      Haller is working on his physical conditioningCredit: Getty
      He also found time to shoot some hoopsCredit: Getty More