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      Barcelona look to raid Bayern Munich in stunning double transfer swoop after German giants’ shock move for Joao Cancelo

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      BARCELONA are lining up a double transfer raid on Bayern Munich, according to reports.The Spanish giants have identified two major stars as key targets.
      Joao Cancelo’s arrival to Bayern could prompt the exit for two starsCredit: Getty
      However, they will wait until the summer before launching their bids.
      According to Fabrizio Romano, there are no talks ongoing between the two European heavyweights on deadline day – six months on from their bitter row regarding Robert Lewandowski’s move.
      Instead, Barca plan to try and strike at the end of the season for duo Benjamin Pavard and Joshua Kimmich.
      It is reported that French defender Pavard is open to the switch to the Nou Camp.
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      Versatile ace Kimmich, meanwhile, has emerged as a top priority for the 2023-24 season.
      The former RB Leipzig player has shone throughout this seven-and-a-half years with Bayern, winning the Bundesliga in each season.
      Pavard, 26, arrived from Stuttgart in 2019 – a year after winning the World Cup – and the pair combined in the Champions League-winning campaign in 2020.
      However, the double deal could be scuppered by Barcelona’s torrid financial situation.
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      Directo Gol report it would be “economically impossible” to bring Kimmich in.
      The Germany star, 27, earns a reported £330,000 per week at the Allianz Stadium and is tied down until 2025.
      Pavard, though, will enter the final 12 months of his £84,000-a-week contract this summer and is therefore far more affordable.
      And Bayern may be more open to selling him after signing Joao Cancelo from Manchester City, initially on loan with an option to buy.
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      Barcelona have already been told they must reduce their annual spending on wages next season by £158million to comply with financial regulations.
      The LaLiga leaders sold off various rights and deals last summer – including shares in a TV company and the stadium name – to help operate amid their £1billion debt.
      Barcelona signed Franck Kessie, Andreas Christensen, Raphinha, Jules Kounde, Marcos Alonso, Hector Bellerin and Lewandowski last summer.
      The £42.5million deal for the Polish striker left the Bundesliga champions fuming – and could scupper Barca’s chances of signing Pavard or Kimmich.
      Bayern – who were already angry at Barca regarding the failed European Super League breakaway – could not believe the Spanish side were allowed to seal the transfer.
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      Boss Julian Nagelsmann raged: “Barcelona, the only club that has no money but then buys every player they want.
      “I do not know how [they do it]. It‘s kind of weird, kind of crazy.”
      Joshua Kimmich is a transfer target for BarcelonaCredit: AFP
      Benjamin Pavard could also be on his way to the Nou CampCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd in talks with Bayern Munich over Marcel Sabitzer transfer as Ten Hag moves quickly to replace injured Eriksen

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are in talks with Bayern Munich over Marcel Sabitzer.Injury to Christian Eriksen has left Erik ten Hag looking for alternatives right at the end of the transfer window.
      Sabitzer has been with Bayern since 2021
      Sabitzer played for RB Leipzig before moving to BayernCredit: Getty
      Sabitzer has been at the German giants for two years but is now facing Premier League interest.
      Talksport report that United have made a move to land the midfielder.
      But Sky Sports Germany report that Chelsea are also interested and have enquired about the star.
      Sabitzer, 28, has made 15 appearances in the league this season but is not always a starter for the Bavarian club.
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      He moved to Bayern in 2021 after a seven-year stint at RB Leipzig.
      His opening season at the club saw him win the Bundesliga title and make 25 appearances.
      The late interest from Man United comes after the club looked set for a calm deadline day.
      Injury to Eriksen in Saturday’s FA Cup win over Reading has left the Red Devils’ midfield looking light.
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      He could be out for three months as they battle for a Champions League spot as well Carabao Cup, FA Cup and Europa League glory.
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      Scott McTominay is also on the sidelines at the moment, leaving Casemiro and Fred as the only recognised senior central midfielders.
      Meanwhile Chelsea have spent heavily throughout the window and look far from done on deadline day.
      They are still trying to push through a move for Enzo Fernandez and need to bolster their midfield with the shock exit of Jorginho to Arsenal looming. More

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      Hertha Berlin chief threatens to ‘SMACK’ reporter in explosive interview just hours before he is sacked

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      HERTHA BERLIN sporting director Fredi Bobic threatened to SMACK a post-match reporter just hours before he was sacked.Bobic, 51, watched his side lose 2-0 to local rivals Union Berlin on Saturday.
      Hertha Berlin chief Fredi Bobic was evidentally angry after the gameCredit: Twitter
      When he moved off camera he proceeded to threaten the reporterCredit: Twitter
      The results leaves Hertha second bottom of the Bundesliga table, while Union moved to within a point of leaders Bayern Munich.
      After the game, RBB’s TV reporter Uri Zahavi quizzed Bobic on his thoughts following the defeat.
      He also asked about the future of manager Sandro Schwarz.
      Zahavi’s final question was: “Can you understand that there is a coaching discussion from the outside?”
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      To which the Hertha chief bluntly replied: “No.”
      Bobic then moved off camera, but could not help having an aggressive word with the reporter.
      He was heard saying: “Please,” before covering the microphone and adding: “If you ask again, you’ll get a scrub.”
      Just a few hours later, Bobic was relieved of his duties by Hertha.
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      And on Monday he came out to apologise for his remark to the reporter.
      He told BILD: “I’m very sorry, I reacted too emotionally. That was just a saying, which of course wasn’t meant that way.
      “Please don’t overestimate that in football shortly after a game.”
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      Crystal Palace agree £10.5m Naouirou Ahamada transfer with Stuttgart midfielder undergoing medical today

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      CRYSTAL PALACE have reached an agreement with Stuttgart to sign Naouirou Ahamada for £10.5million. The midfielder will reportedly join on a three-and-a-half-year deal that includes the option for a two-year extension.
      Naouirou Ahamada (front) is on the verge of completing a transfer to Crystal PalaceCredit: Getty
      Ahamada is set to undergo a medical at Selhurst Park this afternoon ahead of the transfer window slamming shut tomorrow, claim the Daily Mail.
      The 20-year-old has impressed for Stuttgart this season, having played 18 times in all competitions.
      He has managed two goals and two assists from a holding midfield position for the team sitting in 15th place in the German top-flight.
      Ahamada joined the Bundesliga club after coming through the ranks at Juventus.
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      The Frenchman never made a first-team appearance for the Old Lady but soon became a regular in the starting line-up at Stuttgart after he initially arrived on loan.
      The Athletic claim the deal for Ahamada is “savvy” as he was expected to generate interest from several top sides in the summer.
      Palace boss Patrick Vieira has supposedly been desperate to bolster his options in the middle of the pitch this month.
      The club have been heavily linked with trying to bring back Chelsea ace Conor Gallagher, who enjoyed a successful loan spell in South London last term.
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      However, SunSport understand that the Eagles could wait until the summer to make a bid for Gallagher.
      Palace are also interested in Tottenham’s Lucas Moura and Watford’s Ismaila Sarr although both potential moves face financial hurdles to overcome.
      The club do look set to keep hold of star man Wilfried Zaha beyond the transfer deadline, but his long-term future is unclear with his contract expiring this summer. More

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      Jude Bellingham forces Bayer Leverkusen into own goal with brilliant move in Dortmund win

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM forced Bayer Leverkusen into an own-goal with a brilliant move on Sunday.The England midfielder starred as Borussia Dortmund beat their rivals 2-0 away from home.
      Jude Bellingham set Borussia Dortmund on their way to victory over Bayer LeverkusenCredit: Getty
      The England midfielder blitzed his opponents into scoring an own-goalCredit: Getty
      But it was Bellingham’s work for the second goal that showed why he is being chased by Europe’s top sides.
      With Dortmund 1-0 up thanks to Karim Adeyemi, the 21-year-old won the ball on the left flank before driving inside towards Leverkusen’s box.
      As he dragged several opponents towards him, Bellingham then zipped a perfect ball across the field to teammate Marius Wolf on the right flank.
      The defender ploughed into Leverkusen’s box before pinging in a cross.
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      And at the same time, Bellingham sprinted inside to get on the end of the ball.
      Leverkusen panicked, and in an attempt to block Bellingham, the ball was turned into his own net by Edmond Tapsoba.
      Bellingham’s sublime piece of play came just days after he blew fans away with a “filthy” bit of skill against Augsburg.
      Man City and Real Madrid are sure to be on red alert as they plot summer moves.
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      Bellingham continues to be tipped for a big-money move in the summerCredit: AP
      But Liverpool are confident they can lure Bellingham to Anfield after a plea from Anfield legend Steven Gerrard.
      The ex-Aston Villa boss said: “All he needs to do is send his diary to me when he’s got a free day.
      “I’ll fly to Dortmund personally, take him out for a nice dinner, and we’ll talk about it!
      “On the back of the World Cup, what he’s doing out in Dortmund. I’m a huge fan of him anyway. 
      “The way he comes across, the way he speaks about the game. Every time I’ve watched him he impresses me.
      “Bellingham ticks all those boxes. He’s the obvious one, but I think it’s important we don’t become obsessed with one midfielder.
      “I think it’s important he stays in this country. He’s 19 years of age. They’re talking about Madrid, Barcelona and Bayern Munich.
      “I know he’s doing it in Dortmund now, but those clubs are at a higher level than Dortmund. 
      “You can get swallowed up, there’s a lot of world stars. You can get swallowed up by making the move too soon.
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      “In my opinion, staying around England, staying around this country, getting developed. 
      “There’s growth in him, he can evolve. I think staying in England until he hits his peak years is very important for the boy now.” More

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      Bayern Munich AXE Serge Gnabry from team against Frankfurt after ex-Arsenal star’s ‘amateurish’ Paris Fashion Week trip

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      SERGE GNABRY has been dropped to the Bayern Munich bench following his trip to Paris Fashion Week.The German forward, 27, attended the event on Sunday after the Bundesliga champions’ first game back since the World Cup break – which ended in a 1-1 draw with RB Leipzig.
      Serge Gnabry attended Paris Fashion Week last weekendCredit: Instagram / @sergegnabry
      He was snapped in various outfits in the French capitalCredit: Instagram / @sergegnabry
      He did start their clash with Cologne on Tuesday – which also ended 1-1 – only to be replaced by Kingsley Coman at half-time.
      Now Bayern are preparing to face Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday as they search for a first victory of the calendar year.
      But Gnabry has been slammed by Bayern’s sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic following his fashion week appearance.
      Speaking to Dpa, Salihamidzic said: “That is amateurish. It’s exactly what I don’t like.
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      “It’s not Bayern Munich to go messing around when you have a day off.
      “A day off is meant to be for resting yourself so that you can push on in the next game.”
      And, while Nagelsmann insisted he did not take Gnabry off against Cologne due to the fashion week controversy, he did confirm the former Arsenal man will NOT start this weekend.
      The Bayern head coach said: “[Serge Gnabry] had the chance to show a reaction against Koln.
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      “Against Koln he was not outstanding so it is clear that this [trip to Paris] is magnified by the media.
      “We had a good chat and I explained him my view of things and I told him the substitution against Koln was not because of the Paris trip but performance-related.
      “We have a player, [Kingsley Coman], on the bench and he has done really well and he will start tomorrow.”
      Gnabry, who left Arsenal for Werder Bremen in 2016 before going on to join Bayern a year later, has scored 10 goals and provided a further 11 assists in 25 games so far this season.
      The German champions’ lead at the top of the Bundesliga table has been cut to just three points following their back-to-back draws.
      And second place Union Berlin have the chance to move level on points with Bayern if they can beat Hertha Berlin on Saturday afternoon, before Bayern host Frankfurt.
      Gnabry has provided 21 goal contributions for Bayern so far this seasonCredit: Getty More

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      ‘Best young player in world’ – Watch Jude Bellingham’s filthy skill past stricken opponent as Dortmund ace stars again

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM produced a marvellous piece of skill to carry on his scintillating run of form. Borussia Dortmund faced off against Augsburg last weekend in a 4-3 thriller as the Bundesliga returned following the World Cup break.

      Jude Bellingham knocked the ball past his opponent with an outrageous skill
      He received the ball on the wing before using the reverse leg to confuse his opponent
      Bellingham then had the ball at the byline to try and create a scoring opportunity
      With Dormund leading late on, Bellingham was played the ball on the right flank and produced an audacious skill to knock the ball past his opponent with his reverse leg.
      Bellingham then got ball at the byline and attempted to find a team-mate in the centre, but the ball ended up rolling through a host of bodies after a defender got a touch to divert its direction.
      But fans online were quick to lavish praise on the 19-year-old.
      One fan said: “Give this man whatever he wants.”
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      A second fan declared: “Best young player in the world.”
      A third fan: “That’s outrageous !!!”
      Another added: “This kid is seriously talented 👏🏼⚽️”
      The England World Cup star scored his side’s opener – a worldie in itself – in the match before later adding an assist.
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      It puts his tally on four goals and three assists in the Bundesliga this season.
      Meanwhile, he has also added five goal contributions in the Champions League.
      His strong performances for both Dortmund and England have seen him earmarked for a huge transfer to the Premier League, with the likes of Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United all interested. More

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      ‘They’ve got best snacks’ – Fans in awe of giant battered fish sandwich at Borussia Monchengladbach

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      GERMAN giants Borussia Monchengladbach have left hungry footy fans drooling.That’s by serving up a giant battered fish sandwich at their stadium on game days.
      Borussia Monchengladbach are serving up a treat for hungry fansCredit: Getty
      Punters can get this epic giant fish sandwich for just £5.20 on match daysCredit: Instagram @thefootyfood
      Punters are usually forced to endure some terrible grub when going to cheer their side on.
      From a single burnt sausage in a dry bun, to a processed slice of cheese hurled on top of unseasoned chips, there are some shocking match day meals around.
      To make matters worse, fans usually have to pay through the nose to get a taste of the dastardly dishes.
      And even the World Cup failed to live up to standards, with the fan village providing “sad” snacks for guests at £200 per night.
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      But Bundesliga side Gladbach are taking things to the next level by serving up a tasty treat in the form of a huge fish sandwich.
      The battered fillet is supported by a fresh artisan roll, and is so big it sticks out of the bun on either side.
      Some fresh greenery provides the aesthetics, and the sarnie is finished with a generous thick helping of tartar sauce.
      But just when you thought things couldn’t get better, the stunning snack only costs £5.20.
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      Fans on social media have certainly been enjoying Gladbach’s latest creation, with one saying: “Bundesliga got the best snacks.”
      Another simply declared he “would” wolf down the delectable concoction.
      And other supporters tagged their mates to make them aware of the magnificent munch available in Germany.
      However, League Two side Stockport County showed England can mix it with the best at times.
      That’s after cheering up fans over the festive period with a £4.50 CUP of Christmas dinner.
      The genius meal was filled with turkey, roast potatoes and pigs-in-blankets, with the cup also allowing for lashings of gravy to be added. More