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      Timo Werner scores first-half hat-trick for RB Leipzig to show Chelsea what they’re missing as Blues lose to Southampton

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      TIMO WERNER showed Chelsea what they’re missing with a first-half hat-trick for RB Leipzig on Tuesday.The striker was in dangerous form as he led the way in an 8-0 thrashing of minnows Teutonia Ottensen.
      Timo Werner scored a first-half treble for RB Leipzig as Chelsea lost at SouthamptonCredit: EPA
      Chelsea could have used Werner’s help as they lost to SouthamptonCredit: Reuters
      Andre Silva, Emil Forsberg, Christopher Nkunku and Dani Olmo also netted in the first-round German Cup clash.
      But it was Werner who walked off with the match ball, with the ace now on four goals in as many games since his Leipzig return.
      Werner – who also bagged an assist on Tuesday night – rejoined the Bundesliga giants from Chelsea over the summer for £25million.
      That was just two years after the Blues paid £47.5m to sign him from Leipzig in the first place.
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      Werner struggled to light up Stamford Bridge despite winning the Champions League in his first season.
      He ended up with just 10 league goals and 23 in all competitions.
      But Chelsea could have ended up using his finishing in their shock 2-1 defeat at Southampton.
      The toothless Blues were left wanting in the final third as they crashed to a second loss in three games.
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      Werner’s former flop partner Romelu Lukaku was also shipped out by Thomas Tuchel this summer.
      And unless Chelsea can land Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from Barcelona on deadline day, they may regret letting both go.
      Werner wil get the chance to strut his stuff again in Saturday’s trip to Eintracht Frankfurt.
      Earlier that afternoon, Chelsea face a tough test against rivals West Ham.
      And unless they can bag a few goals, Tuchel is sure end up looking longingly at Werner as he continues to rediscover his old form. More

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      Wolves reach £15m Sasa Kalajdzic transfer agreement with Stuttgart as 25-year-old agrees five-year contract

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      WOLVES have reached an agreement to sign Sasa Kalajdzic.Stuttgart have agreed to sell the striker for a fee of £15.3million plus add-ons.
      Sasa Kalajdzic is set to join Wolves from Stuttgart in a £15m dealCredit: Getty
      According to David Ornstein, Kalajdzic will sign a five-year contract with Wolves with an option for an additional year.
      The Austrian has three assists in as many games for Stuttgart this season, and bagged six goals in 15 league games last term despite injuries severely hindering his campaign.
      He stands at a towering 6ft 6in and would likely be the long-term successor of Raul Jimenez, with the departure of Fabio Silva also meaning Wolves have no natural back-up.
      The 25-year-old was linked with Manchester United earlier in the window.
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      Former interim United boss Ralf Rangnick, who is now the Austrian national team coach, warned him off of a move to Old Trafford.
      Rangnick believed the forward would benefit from the stability of another season in the Bundesliga.
      However, Kalajdzic clearly seems to believe his interests ahead of the World Cup would be better served by securing a transfer to Wolves.
      The £15m Wolves will splash on the striker will see their spending climb to approximately £120m.
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      The club secured the permanent signature of Hwang Hee-Chan for roughly £15m earlier in the window, before splashing out on Goncalo Guedes, Nathan Collins and a club record deal for Matheus Nunes.
      In terms of outgoings, Wolves have seen Morgan Gibbs-White depart to Nottingham Forest in a deal which could rise to just shy of £45m, while captain Conor Coady left on loan to Everton. More

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      Man Utd transfer target Yann Sommer has game of his life against Bayern Munich and shatters save record in 1-1 draw

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      MANCHESTER UNITED target Yann Sommer played the game of his life as Borussia Monchengladbach grabbed a 1-1 draw at Bayern Munich.The Swiss stopper is on the Red Devils’ radar as a potential competitor for David de Gea’s No1 spot.
      Yann Sommer denies Leroy SaneCredit: AP
      The Swiss ace stops Sadio Mane from close rangeCredit: EPA
      And on yesterday’s evidence it was easy to see why.
      Sommer, 33, smashed the Bundesliga record for most saves made in a single match.
      The experienced goalie denied Bayern an incredible 19 times – the previous record standing at only 14.
      His amazing repertoire of saves included a remarkable double effort against Sadio Mane, as well as a one on one with Leroy Sane.
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      Marcus Thuram gave the visitors the lead against the run of play on the stoke of half time, profiting on a Dayot Upamecano mistake to run through and squeeze a left-footed effort beyond Manuel Neuer.
      Sommer’s heroics preserved his side’s precious lead until the 83rd minute, when Sane was finally able to sweep the ball beyond him following Jamal Musiala’s cutback.
      SunSport revealed that Man United scouts were in attendance at Sommer’s last match against Hertha Berlin a week ago.
      And it’s impossible that they came away unimpressed by the 6ft stopper.
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      Convincing him to join and potentially play second fiddle to De Gea, however, will be difficult – with United looking at a number of alternatives.
      Norwich stalwart Tim Krul has come up as a potential option.
      While the Red Devils were turned down by Eintracht Frankfurt ace Kevin Trapp.
      They have made an offer for Newcastle ace Martin Dubravka, with the 33-year-old reportedly “begging” Toon chiefs to let him go.
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      Phil Collins’ son Matthew signs for German side Hannover as Brit rock legend’s kid picks football over music

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      GERMAN club Hannover hope to hit the high notes… after signing the son of rock legend Phil Collins.Former Genesis frontman Phil, 71, has five kids including 17-year-old Matthew.
      Phil Collins’ son Matthew has joined German side Hannover after impressing at Astoria Walldorf
      Matthew (left) is the son of rock legend Phil and his ex-wife Orianne CeveyCredit: Getty
      The central midfielder, born to Collins’ Swiss ex-wife Orianne Cevey, 48, recently impressed with amateur side Astoria Walldorf.
      Bundesliga stalwarts Hannover, currently in the second division, have now handed Matthew a one-year contract.
      The teenager will be part of the Reds’ youth squad.
      Club coaches will no doubt urge him not to copy his dad’s hit single I Missed Again – and tell him to leap highest if the ball is In The Air Tonight.
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      Not to mention pleading with Matthew to Turn It On Again in the wake of an impressive display.
      Hannover youth coach Achim Sarstedt said: “Matthew isn’t playing for us because he has a famous father.
      “It’s instead because he really stood out in several respects while on trial.”
      Meanwhile club sporting director Marcus Mann labelled Collins Jr as a “good footballer.”
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      Quoted by Focus, Mann remarked: “He’s agile, good at football.
      “Physically he still has to catch up, then he can become a good footballer.”
      Dad Phil has strong links with Hannover, having previously played a dozen concerts in the German city.
      He said a few years ago: “Matt loves music, but loves his football even more. 
      “He is certain he’ll turn professional.
      “The other day he said, ‘Another five years and I’ll be gone’.
      “He also looks at everything, Bundesliga, French league, everything.” More

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      Chelsea make contact with Edmond Tapsoba after Wesley Fofana frustration but Leverkusen could demand £60million

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      CHELSEA are ready to switch their attention to Edmond Tapsoba after failing to agree a deal for Wesley Fofana.The Bayer Leverkusen centre-back is seen as an alternative to the Frenchman with Leicester refusing to budge on their £85million valuation.
      Edmond Tapsoba of Bayer Leverkusen is wanted by ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Wesley Fofana is frustrated at Leicester’s stanceCredit: Getty
      Initial enquires regarding Tapsoba have been made by the Blues but no concrete negotiations have taken place.
      Tapsoba has another four years left on his contract at the Bundesliga club so £60million may have to be paid for his services.
      The Burkina Faso international arrived at Leverkusen in 2020 from Portuguese outfit Vitoria.
      He has since established himself as a regular first-team player featuring in 29 games last season.
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      The 23-year-old is reportedly Chelsea’s first choice other option after seeing three bids rejected for Fofana.
      Thomas Tuchel’s side tabled £70million but after it was turned down by the Foxes and they have withdrawn from any potential deal.
      Fofana saw the move to Stamford Bridge as a ‘dream’ and he has been left out the last two Leicester matchday squads.
      The 21-year-old has also been forced to train with the Under-23s for not turning up to training to try to push through the transfer.
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      Due to the financial backing provided by new owner Todd Boehly, Chelsea have been splashing the cash this summer.
      The Premier League’s biggest spenders have already signed Marc Cucurella and Raheem Sterling, both for more than £50million.
      And after missing out on Jules Kounde to Barcelona, Tuchel remains desperate to add defensive reinforcements especially after losing Antonio Rudiger to Real Madrid. More

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      Man Utd target Kevin Trapp opens up about ‘nice’ transfer rumours with keeper ‘given assurances over playing time’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED target Kevin Trapp has opened up on the rumours linking him with Old Trafford.The Red Devils’ interest in Trapp emerged yesterday as Erik ten Hag seeks to recruit competition for David de Gea.
      Kevin Trapp, left, appeared at the SportBild Awards alongside manager Oliver GlasnerCredit: Getty
      Asked about United’s interest at the SportBild Awards show last night, the Eintracht Frankfurt keeper remained coy – refusing to rule anything out.
      Trapp, who originally left the Bundesliga side for PSG in 2015 before later returning, said: “As I said during my first spell at Frankfurt, it’s always nice when rumours like this come out.
      “It’s a nice acknowledgement. But I can’t say anything about it.”
      Doubts have been raised whether Trapp, a six-cap German international, would risk leaving Frankfurt to play second fiddle at United in the months leading up to the World Cup.
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      But German outlet Kicker claim that the 32-year-old has been guaranteed game time and a four-year contract should he move to Old Trafford.
      They add that Trapp would be guaranteed to start Europa League and Carabao Cup matches – and would be given a genuine chance to claim De Gea’s No1 spot.
      Some figures within Old Trafford see De Gea as a weak link, particularly after his blunders during the 4-0 defeat at Brentford.
      It has also been questioned whether the Spaniard has the passing ability required to play in Erik ten Hag’s preferred system.
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      Dean Henderson briefly grabbed De Gea’s spot as United’s No1 during the 2020-21 season, starting ten of his side’s last 12 Prem matches.
      But after suffering from Covid during the following pre-season, Henderson lost his place and was handed just three appearances in all competitions last term.
      The one-cap England international grew desperate to leave United, hopping at the chance to join Nottingham Forest on loan.
      Tom Heaton has been the Red Devils’ sub keeper for their opening three matches of the season, although would drop back down to third choice should Trapp arrive.
      Frankfurt boss Oliver Glasner revealed that he is desperate to keep his goalkeeper beyond the transfer deadline… but admitted it’s not up to him.
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      He said: “From a sporting point of view, I would of course like to keep such a great goalkeeper and person.
      “He is a great role model and always one of the first to arrive at training. But I’m not the final decision-maker.”
      David de Gea’s place could come under threatCredit: Rex More

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      Classy Sadio Mane told referee to DISALLOW his goal for Bayern Munich but scored legitimately 90 seconds later

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      SADIO MANE’s class shone through when he allegedly told a referee to disallow his hand-directed goal in Bayern Munich’s 7-0 rout over Bochum.Bayern were already up 3-0 when Mane struck home with the help of his hand.
      Mane told a referee he scored with his hand during Bayern’s win over Bochum – leading to the strike being ruled out by VARCredit: Bundesliga
      But Mane only took 90 seconds to score again – and this time the goal was undeniableCredit: Reuters
      But the goal was ruled out when VAR spotted foul play.
      However, it was Mane who raised the flag about his unintended misdemeanour, Benchwarmers’ Twitter account claimed.
      Clips from the account show Mane pointing to his hand after the ball hit the net.
      The 30-year-old’s commendable actions delighted social media users who flocked underneath the post to praise him.
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      But there was no doubt about Mane’s goal that he scored just 90 SECONDS later.
      It was the first of a double he netted as Bayern demolished their Bundesliga opponents.
      Fellow new signing and ex-Chelsea target Matthijs De Ligt also got on the scoresheet, along with former Man City star Leroy Sane.
      Mane has got off to a flying start since joining the German giants – snagging three goals in as many games.
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      Bayern seem to be doing just fine without Robert Lewandowski, who left for Barcelona, after Mane’s arrival.
      But the same can’t be said for Mane’s former team Liverpool, who are suffering without his presence on the wing.
      The Reds followed up two draws with a loss to Manchester United on Monday night, plunging their hopes of a title charge into doubt. More

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      Man Utd and Chelsea joined in Frenkie de Jong transfer chase by Bayern Munich as Germans consider Coutinho-style move

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      BAYERN MUNICH have joined Manchester United and Chelsea in the race for Frenkie de Jong, according to reports. The Barcelona star has been pursued by the Red Devils all summer before Chelsea joined them in the race.
      Bayern Munich have reportedly joined Man Utd and Chelsea in the race for Frenkie de JongCredit: Getty
      Philippe Coutinho signed for Bayern Munich from Barcelona on loan with an option to buy but the Germans didn’t take up the offerCredit: AFP or licensors
      But Spanish press now claim Bayern are ready to swoop in with a late bid.
      The Bundesliga champions are said to be weighing up offering Barca a similar deal to the one that saw Philippe Coutinho join the club for one season from the Nou Camp three years ago.
      Catalan outlet Sport report Bayern would table a loan move with the option to buy.
      However, it is proving a difficult challenge to lure the Dutch midfielder away from Barcelona.
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      He is only willing to leave if he is paid the £14million he is owed in deferred wages.
      The 25-year-old has been at the Catalan giants since 2019 playing 142 times.
      Man Utd have just signed another midfielder in Casemiro but Erik ten Hag is not giving up on the chance to work with De Jong again.
      They are launching one final attempt to get a deal over the line with United chiefs flying to Spain to help seal the transfer.
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      On the contrary, reports from Sky Germany suggest Bayern Munich will not sign De Jong this summer.
      They are happy with new signing Ryan Gravenberch in midfield, who is also a product of the Ajax academy like De Jong.
      As for United, they have a number of transfers they are trying to complete before next week’s deadline.
      They want to bring in Ajax winger Antony with the transfer nearing completion, according to reports. More