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    Man Utd keeping tabs on Marcus Thuram contract situation and could move for France forward on free transfer in summer

    MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly keeping tabs on Borussia Monchengladbach ace Marcus Thuram.The 25-year-old France international is out of contract at the end of the season.
    Manchester United are reportedly tracking Marcus ThuramCredit: Getty
    And United are monitoring developments with Thuram, according to the Daily Mail.
    He is free to talk hold talks with foreign clubs as he has less than six months remaining on his current deal.
    Thuram, who can play up front or out wide, has hit 13 goals in 17 games for Gladbach this season.
    The Red Devils are desperate for attacking reinforcements after Cristiano Ronaldo was axed before the World Cup.
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    Boss Erik ten Hag is seeking a short term fix in January, possibly on loan.
    But Thuram could be one for the future.
    Although Newcastle, Arsenal, Liverpool and Tottenham are all interested in Thuram, as well as United.
    He has been capped nine times by France and was a regular off the bench in Qatar as Didier Deschamps’ side lost the final to Argentina.
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    Looking ahead to the winter window before United’s 1-0 win at Wolves on Saturday, Ten Hag confirmed he wants to sign a striker this month.
    He said: “It’s always difficult. Strikers are expensive, especially in the winter. But you have to set the limits high. We’re looking for it.
    “We need to be creative and do everything we have in our power to get the right players in, who are fitting in the balance.”
    He added: “So we are looking for the right player for our squad, but it has to match our sporting criteria, definitely, but also some financial criteria.” More

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    ‘Mum, we finally made it on Footy Scran’ – FC Koln leave fans in stitches as massive sausage makes famous Twitter page

    FC KOLN have left footie fans in stitches after their hilarious response to featuring on a famous Twitter page. The page in question, known as “Footy Scran”, posts pictures of food at various football grounds around the world and alongside its price.
    FC Koln celebrated getting featured on “Footy Scran”Credit: Twitter/@@FootyScran
    The account has gained nearly half a million followers and become a popular feature on “Football Twitter.”
    And Bundesliga side FC Koln cashed in on the exposure with their funny reaction to being featured on the page.
    The Footy Scran account posted a photo of a “Bratwurst” – a type of German Sausage – which was extraordinarily long.
    In response to the photo, the club joked: “Mum we finally made it to footy scran.”
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    This left fans in stitches, including the Footy Scran account.
    One fan replied: “Legendary club.”
    A second user said: “🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣.”
    Another added: “Lmao.”
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    Meanwhile, the Footy Scran account replied by saying: “😂😂.”
    The Tweet also gained nearly 4,500 likes.
    The German’s will not be back in action in the Bundesliga until January 21 when they face Werder Bremen.
    Following the first half of the season, Koln are sat in 13th place in league with fours wins, five draws and six defeats to their name. More

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    Real Madrid ‘target shock Alphonso Davies transfer and will take advantage of Bayern star’s contract in cut-price deal’

    REAL MADRID are reportedly eyeing up a move for Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies… but may have to be patient if they are to secure his signature.The 22-year-old Canadian joined the German champions in 2018 and has racked up 134 appearances, contributing six goals and 21 assists.
    Alphonso Davies has established himself as one of the best left-backs aroundCredit: Getty
    AS understand Real Madrid are lining up a move for the talented CanadianCredit: AS
    He has already won four Bundesliga titles and the Champions League.
    And before the World Cup break he had managed a goal and four assists for Julian Nagelsmann’s men so far this season.
    Davies, who is under contract with Bayern until 2025, then headed to Qatar and impressed for Canada as they took part in their first World Cup for 36 years.
    Despite exiting in the group stage, Davies was a standout star for his nation and even scored in the defeat Croatia.
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    And AS understand Real Madrid are now thought to be interested in bringing him to the Bernabeu.
    However, it is believed they will wait until 2024 to try and sign the full-back.
    This would enable them to try and purchase him for a cut-price.
    It is a tactic Los Blancos have used in the past to acquire the likes of Toni Kroos from Bayern and Eden Hazard from Chelsea.
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    But Bayern will do their best to try and avoid selling Davies cheaply.
    Meanwhile, Real are also looking at other supremely talented youngsters to add to their squad in the coming years.
    One of those is Borussia Dortmund and England midfielder Jude Bellingham.
    However, the Spanish giants face competition from the likes of Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain as they prepare to battle it out for him in the summer. More

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    Man Utd transfer blow as Bayern Munich want Yann Sommer after Red Devils targeted David De Gea replacement on a free

    MANCHESTER UNITED have been hit with some bad news in their pursuit of Borussia Monchengladbach keeper Yann Sommer, according to reports.The 34-year-old, who is the No1 choice for the Switzerland national team, is due to become a free agent in the summer when his deal with the Bundesliga club expires.
    Yann Sommer played three of Switzerland’s four games at the World CupCredit: Getty
    Man Utd are thought to be eyeing him up as a potential replacement for David de Gea – particularly considering it appears unlikely Dean Henderson will return from his loan spell.
    However, Sky are now reporting that German champions Bayern Munich have declared an interest in the shot-stopper.
    And they are keen to secure his signature in the January window – just six months before he is set to be released.
    That is because their first-choice keeper Manuel Neuer, 36, has been ruled out for the rest of the season after breaking his leg in a skiing accident.
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    Bayern are believed to have already made contact with his representatives.
    But Man Utd will be hoping the Bundesliga giants’ alternative options pay off so they can scoop him up in the summer.
    Bayern are also looking at Aston Villa and Argentina star Emi Martinez following his heroics at the World Cup.
    And there is still the possibility that Julian Nagelsmann may not have to sign a keeper at all.
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    This is because the club are trying to recall Alexander Nubel from his loan at Monaco.
    If they are able to do so, it is likely the 26-year-old German will take Neuer’s place for the remainder of the campaign.
    Bayern went into the World Cup break top of the Bundesliga table, four points ahead of second-place Freiburg.
    They do not return to action until January 20 when they travel to RB Leipzig. More

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    Man Utd and Liverpool ‘join Chelsea in Moukoko transfer battle as they look to land Dortmund sensation in January’

    MANCHESTER UNITED and Liverpool have joined Chelsea in the race to sign Borussia Dortmund striker Youssoufa Moukoko, according to reports.The German side were raided for forward Erling Haaland in the summer, and Moukoko could be the next starlet to be prised away.
    Youssoufa Moukoko has already become a star man at Borussia DortmundCredit: Getty
    Chelsea were recently claimed to have opened the bidding at £8.6million.
    But that fee could potentially rise with other Prem giants having entered the market.
    According to The Times, United and Chelsea would both love to bolster their forward lines with Moukoko in January.
    The Red Devils are in the market for a forward after axing Cristiano Ronaldo.
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    While the Blues have been hit by the season-ending injury suffered by Armando Broja.
    Moukoko’s Dortmund contract is set to expire at the end of the season, putting him in a strong negotiating position.
    But the 18-year-old won’t leave the German side if he feels he’ll be stuck on the bench at his new club.
    The teenager is said to greatly value the opportunities he has been given by BVB.
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    He has already made 59 appearances for the German giants, including 22 this term – scoring 11 goals in total.
    Dortmund are keen to retain his services beyond the end of the season and have reportedly prepared a contract offer worth a base £85,000 a week.
    Moukoko’s camp, however, are claimed to be demanding a salary closer to £115k a week.
    He is now back with his club after going to the World Cup with Germany.
    Despite his tender age he has already earned two senior caps, and was named in Hansi Flick’s final 26-man squad for Qatar.
    Moukoko, 18, played for Germany at the World CupCredit: Getty More

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    Bayern Munich eye transfer swoop for Morocco’s World Cup sensation Bono after keeper Manuel Neuer broke leg skiing

    BAYERN MUNICH are reportedly interested in Sevilla and Morocco keeper Bono following his sensational World Cup displays.The Atlas Lions made history on Saturday when they beat Portugal to become the first African nation to reach a World Cup semi-final.
    Bono has been one of the standout performers at the World CupCredit: Getty
    One of Morocco’s standout performers throughout the tournament has been shot-stopper Bono.
    The 31-year-old, real name Yassine Bounou, kept clean sheets in games with Croatia, Spain and Portugal, conceding just one goal against Canada on their way to the last four.
    The only match he has missed in Qatar came in the 2-0 win over Belgium as he was suffering with an illness.
    Bono was the hero in the last-16 against Luis Enrique’s men as he saved penalties from Carlos Soler and Sergio Busquets in the shootout.
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    According to AS, his incredible form on the biggest stage has attracted interest from Bayern CEO and legendary keeper Oliver Kahn.
    Bono has been playing for LaLiga side Sevilla since 2019 and has a contract until 2025.

    But Kahn is thought to be very keen on the Canadian-born keeper as they look to temporarily replace long-time No1 Manuel Neuer.
    Neuer, 36, is out for the rest of the season after breaking his leg while skiing earlier this month.
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    Aston Villa are also interested in the Moroccan and could be a suitor for Bono should they choose to pursue a deal.
    And if they were to beat Bayern to him, the German champions are also keen on Croatian hero Dominik Livakovic.
    Livakovic, 27, who plays his club football for Dinamo Zagreb, helped his country to the semi-finals of the World Cup by saving spot kicks in TWO penalty shootout victories. More

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    Man Utd transfer boost with France’s Benjamin Pavard ‘to snub new Bayern Munich deal’ following Red Devils enquiry

    BENJAMIN PAVARD has handed Manchester United a transfer boost as he will reportedly snub a new contract at Bayern Munich.Pavard, 26, is contracted with the German champions until 2024.
    Benjamin Pavard will snub a new Bayern Munich deal in favour of a fresh challengeCredit: Getty
    However, Sport Bild report Pavard will reject a new contract following an enquiry from Man Utd in the summer.
    The Frenchman is understood to be after a fresh challenge after winning all he can with Bayern.
    In November, he told Gazzetta dello Sport: “I’ve won everything with Bayern. I’m ready to evaluate new and interesting projects.”
    Pavard’s market value currently stands at £30million as per transfermarkt.
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    Erik ten Hag is understood to have wanted to sign the former Stuttgart star, who can play right-back or centre-back.
    But no bid ever came in from the Red Devils, with Lisandro Martinez and Casemiro brought in to bolster the team’s spine instead.
    Should United make a move for him again, they are likely to face competition from both AC Milan and Barcelona.
    A particular interest already exists for Milan after Pavard admitted he would like to play with compatriot Olivier Giroud.
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    Pavard started the first game of France’s World Cup campaign, but has not featured since being displaced by Jules Kounde at right-back – with team-mates split over the decision.
    France are in action later today in the World Cup semi-final against Morocco. More

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    Borussia Dortmund stunned as they lose 2-1 to Vietnam despite stars like Hummels and Malen featuring

    BORUSSIA DORTMUND suffered a shock defeat to international side Vietnam in their final match of the club’s Asia tour.The Bundesliga side are touring the continent to maintain fitness during the domestic off-season with the World Cup in Qatar.
    Donyell Malen had given Dortmund the leadCredit: Getty
    Mats Hummels was one of the few top players from Dortmund to featureCredit: Getty
    Vietnam fought back to win the game 2-1 in HanoiCredit: EPA
    Much to the delight of their teamCredit: EPA
    They started the game well enough as Donyell Malen gave them the lead in the 13th minute.
    And then the side, which started first-team regulars such as such as Mats Hummels, Salih Ozcan, Felix Passlack, Nico Schulz and goalkeeper Alexander Meyer, threw the game away.
    Nguyễn Tiến Linh fired Vietnam level in threw 36th minute from a rebound.
    And the comeback was completed as Phạm Tuấn Hải converted from the spot in the 90th minute.
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    While the game is just a friendly and the scoreline counts for nothing, it is still a surprising defeat for the Germans.
    There were plenty of youth players on the pitch for Dortmund in the second half, but they were joined by former Liverpool ace Emre Can.
    And he was unable to help the German club avoid defeat.
    Coach Edin Terzic was happy with the workout the players had as well as the opportunity to give chances to the younger players.
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    He was quick to praise their hosts for the hospitality they showed the club after the game, saying: “Congratulations Vietnam. You had a great night.”
    “We have had a great time in Vietnam, the people here are amazing and they have welcomed Dortmund with love. I hope we come back here again.”
    However, Vietnam coach Park Hang-seo was satisfied with his side’s determination in the game.
    He said: “Can’t say that the result is not important in this match. We are a national team, we have to maintain our image.” More