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      Chelsea close in on signing injured France World Cup star Christopher Nkunku for £52m with medical ‘already done’

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      CHELSEA are closing in on the signing of Christopher Nkunku after striking an agreement over the transfer fee and the way the deal will be structured, according to reports. Nkunku, 25, has been linked with a move to Chelsea and is said to have already undergone a secret medical ahead of a transfer next summer.
      Christopher Nkunku is closing in on a transfer to ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Nkunku suffered World Cup heartbreak after picking up an injury days before the tournamentCredit: Reuters
      That deal is now one step closer after Chelsea struck a deal with RB Leipzig for a £52million fee, according to Fabrizio Romano.
      The Blues have also agreed on how the payments of the deal will be structured, with clauses in place to make the payments for the deal easier.
      Romano adds a long-term deal is prepared to be signed from June 2023, with just the contract to be signed before the deal is finalised.
      Chelsea are also lining up a deal for team-mate Josko Gvardiol despite seeing an £80m bid rejected last summer.
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      Nkunku missed out on the World Cup after picking up an injury in France training just days before the tournament began.
      And in an additional blow to the Bundesliga Player of the Year, he will certainly be out until the New Year and may even need surgery after it was revealed he suffered ligament damage in his ankle.
      The injury came about after Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga went into a late challenge with him.
      Prior to the injury Nkunku was in electric form at club level.
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      The former Paris Saint-Germain ace had netted 17 goals and added four assists in 23 games in all competitions this season.
      This echoed his incredible form last season when he contributed to 55 goals in 52 games. More

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      Chelsea ‘reach deal with RB Leipzig to sign Christopher Nkunku and star is happy to make transfer’

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      CHELSEA and RB Leipzig have an agreement in principle for Christopher Nkunku, according to reports.The 24-year-old France star has a release clause of around £53million in his contract.
      Christopher Nkunku is happy to join ChelseaCredit: Getty
      But Chelsea will not trigger that clause, according to Fabrizio Romano.
      Nevertheless, the two clubs do have a verbal agreement in place for Nkunku to head to Stamford Bridge at the end of the campaign.
      Romano reports the Blues “have an agreement with RB Leipzig for a different kind of payment”, rather than triggering his release clause.
      All that’s left on the club side of things is to get the deal officially over the line.
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      There is no hold up on the player side, with Nkunku thought to be happy to join the Blues.
      Chelsea and RB Leipzig agreed a deal for the talented attacker back in September.
      He even underwent a medical ahead of a proposed move next summer.
      Meanwhile, German outlet SportBild Oliver Mintzlaff’s departure as Leipzig CEO won’t affect the deal.
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      Mintzlaff resigned from his role last week, but the agreement with Chelsea for Nkunku remains in place.
      He is said to have promised Nkunku that he could leave if the right offer came in for him.
      Nkunku has attracted interest from a number of Europe’s top clubs, including Paris Saint-Germain.
      That’s after he scored 35 goals in 52 appearances for Leipzig last season.
      He’s carried that form into this campaign too, with 17 goals in 22 games so far in all competitions.
      SunSport exclusively revealed last month that Liverpool had sent scouts to watch Nkunku in case his move to Chelsea broke down.
      But Blues owner Todd Boehly is desperate to sign the Frenchman, having regularly met Mintzlaff for coffee in London.
      The Blues are also after Nkunku’s Leipzig team-mate, centre-back Josko Gvardiol.
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      Bayern Munich ‘split over Harry Kane transfer move’ with some believing Tottenham striker ‘wouldn’t suit their style’

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      PART of the Bayern Munich hierarchy are reportedly unconvinced by the prospect of signing Harry Kane.Reports last month suggested the Bundesliga champs had made Kane their No1 transfer target.
      Harry Kane has been linked with a move to Bayern MunichCredit: Reuters
      Now though it’s claimed not everybody at the club is sold on the idea of signing him.
      German outlet Sport Bild say some Bayern insiders believe Kane, 29, does not suit the club’s style of football.
      Bayern failed to recruit an out and out striker in the summer after Robert Lewandowski left for Barcelona.
      And with Kane into the final two years of his Tottenham deal, rumours of a swoop at the end of the season have emerged.
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      Sky Germany previously reported that Bayern are ready and waiting to make their move if no new deal is signed.
      The Bundesliga champions were previously linked with a move for the Spurs talisman over the summer.
      But with some bigwigs thought to be unconvinced, their chances of signing the striker could take a hit.
      Kane himself addressed the rumours in October, saying: “I’m focusing on Tottenham Hotspur and trying to do our best.
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      “For sure Bayern are a top, top club but all my concentration is on Tottenham.”
      Key figures at Bayern have made no secret of their admiration for the England skipper.
      CEO Oliver Kahn said of Kane: “He is under contract with Tottenham.
      “Sure, an absolute top striker, but that’s all a dream of the future.”
      While Bayern boss Julian Nagelsmann said: “He’s very strong, brilliant with head and both feet. He could score a lot in the Bundesliga.
      “I don’t know the price, but it’s really tough for Bayern Munich to reach it. We’ll see what happens in the future.” More

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      Alphonso Davies injury update as Bayern Munich release statement over fears Canada star will miss World Cup

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      ALPHONSO DAVIES still has a chance to appear at the World Cup in Qatar despite picking up an injury on Saturday.The Bayern Munich star is set to appear for Canada in the tournament, but worries grew after he suffered a hamstring strain against Hertha Berlin.
      Alphonso Davies should be fit to play for Canada at the World Cup in QatarCredit: Getty
      Bayern have calmed fears over his injury and confirmed that his spot at the World Cup is “not at risk”.
      The Bavarian club has also said that the defender will not be playing in their remaining league fixtures against Werder Breman and Schalke before the start of the World Cup.
      A club statement said: “FC Bayern will be without Alphonso Davies for the two remaining Bundesliga games prior to the winter break.
      “The 22-year-old full-back suffered a hamstring strain in the 3-2 win at Hertha BSC on Saturday.
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      “The diagnosis was confirmed by the German record champions’ medical unit.
      “The Canada international’s participation in the World Cup in Qatar is not at risk.”
      Davies is one of the stars of the Canadian football team alongside Lille striker Jonathan David and Club Brugge forward Cyle Larin.
      Canada is in Group F and faces a tough set of matches in their attempts to make it to the knockout rounds which will kick off on November 23.
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      With Belgium, Croatia, and Morocco in their group, Davies’ fitness could be the difference between making it through or not.
      Davies has been a regular for the Bundesliga side this season having played 19 times in all competitions. More

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      Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp and owners ‘agree to go ALL IN for Jude Bellingham transfer… but Dortmund want £130m’

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      JURGEN KLOPP and his Liverpool owners have reportedly agreed to go ALL IN for Jude Bellingham.But Borussia Dortmund will demand £130million for any transfer.
      Jude Bellingham is a transfer target for a host of clubsCredit: Getty
      Jurgen Klopp is keen to bolster his midfield next yearCredit: Getty
      Bellingham, 19, is already developing into one of the best young midfielders in Europe.
      He has four goals in five Champions League games – and nine in 19 overall – and captained his side numerous times this season.
      Bellingham looks certain to start for England at the World Cup later this month.
      But Liverpool are hoping he lines up at Anfield come the start of next season.
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      As reported by Bild in Germany, Klopp and FSG are already making preparations to land Bellingham next summer.
      It is said they have set aside £86m of their transfer kitty to spend on Bellingham as they prioritise bolstering their midfield.
      However, that will unlikely be enough to sign the former Birmingham youngster.
      Dortmund want a whopping £130m for their highly-rated ace, who is tied down until 2025.
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      That would make Bellingham the Premier League’s most expensive player ever – breaking the £100m bar set by Jack Grealish last summer.
      However, it is not just Liverpool chasing a big-money move for the teenager.
      The Reds face stiff competition from Premier League rivals Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United for his signature.
      However, SunSport understands Real Madrid are in pole position as they look to add another rising star into their midfield after already signing Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni. More

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      Bayern Munich star Manuel Neuer reveals he had skin cancer on face and had to have surgery three times

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      BAYERN MUNICH star Manuel Neuer has revealed he’s been suffering from skin cancer on his face.The Germany great has had to undergo surgery three times to get it treated.
      Manuel Neuer says he’s had three surgeries for skin cancer on his faceCredit: Getty Images
      Neuer, 36, made the revelation after investing in a German sun cream alongside tennis icon Angelique Kerber.
      The Bayern ace, regarded as one of the best goalies ever, was seen wearing a plaster on his face in December last year.
      It raised questions in his homeland about a possible illness.
      And Neuer has now bravely revealed he had skin cancer on his face, requiring three surgeries in the process.
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      Speaking alongside Kerber, he said: “We both have a history of skin diseases. In my case, skin cancer on my face, which required three surgeries.
      “When it comes to sunscreen, we have therefore paid attention to maximum protection.
      “Since we train outside all the time and also like to spend our free time in nature, it is essential for us to start with modern sun protection filters and a sun protection factor of 50+.
      “So we know for sure that we have a sunscreen that protects us continuously and with which hardly anything can burn.”
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      Neuer is now suffering with a shoulder injury that is threatening to derail his World Cup dream with Germany.
      It comes after he had knee surgery earlier this year.
      The gloveman has already been sidelined for a month with the issue.
      And it remains to be seen if he can return for Bayern before the start of Qatar 2022.
      But Neuer is still regarded as a key German player and is expected to make Hansi Flick’s squad if there is a chance of playing at the tournament.
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      Barcelona interested in Benjamin Pavard transfer with Bayern Munich full back’s contract expiring in 2024

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      BARCELONA are considering making a move for Bayern Munich star Benjamin Pavard, according to reports.The right-back’s contract at the German champions expires in 2024 and he supposedly would like to leave the club.
      Benjamin Pavard is reportedly ready to leave Bayern Munich with his deal running outCredit: Getty
      Barcelona are keen to sign a full-back with nobody consistently nailing down the spot in the starting XI this season.
      Sergi Roberto has featured 11 times on the right side of the defence this campaign but his contract ends at the end of this season.
      Former Arsenal ace Hector Bellerin was signed by Barca in the summer to play there but he has made just four appearances since arriving at the Nou Camp.
      Jules Kounde has had to fill in at right-back despite predominately being a centre-back.
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      Xavi reportedly sees adding a new full-back to the squad as a priority and Pavard could be his first choice, claim outlet Sport, after scoring against his potential new employers.
      The 26-year-old has starred for Bayern since joining them in 2019.
      He has featured 136 times winning the Bundesliga three times and the Champions League once.
      But the French World Cup winner is ready to quit the club in the summer in seek of a new challenge.
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      If a deal for Pavard does not materialise then they could potentially turn their attention to Manchester United’s Diogo Dalot.
      Barcelona could be set for another busy window at the end of the season amid talks regarding legend Lionel Messi and a plethora of midfielders.
      Messi could be set to join Inter Miami and is reportedly ignoring calls from Barcelona who want to bring him ‘home’.
      The Catalan giants have also been linked with Jorginho, Bruno Guimaraes and Ruben Neves. More

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      Union Berlin are Germany’s hipster club brought to life by the blood of their fans threatening Bayern Munich’s dominance

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      A CLUB which has been built on the blood, sweat and tears of its fans was never going to stay quiet for long.After setting the early pace, Union Berlin are raising eyebrows by threatening to usurp the Bavarian stranglehold on Europe’s most predictable league. 
      Union Berlin currently sit one point ahead of Bayern Munich in the BundesligaCredit: AFP
      They go into this weekend’s games with a one point lead over giants Bayern Munich at the top of the Bundesliga.
      But the difference between both clubs is enormous. 
      While Bayern prides itself on serial success, Union are a club welded together by failure. 
      After brushes with financial turmoil in the 1990s, the club’s fans launched a “Bleed for Berlin” campaign in 2004. 
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      Hundreds of “Iron Berliners” donated blood to hospitals in exchange for money to help gain a licence to enter the fourth division. 
      And Berlin’s hipster club’s pulse has continued to rise after finally hoisting themselves into the Bundesliga for the first time in 2019.
      Full-back Julian Ryerson, who has been with the club since 2018, explained: “Our history is not like anybody else’s.
      “It has been an amazing development. 
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      “The way the club is run and the fans have been the same since the fourth division. 
      “People are important here.
      “ This is a family club and it always will be.” 
      After a shock defeat to basement boys VFL Bochum last week, Berlin are aiming to put things right against Monchengladbach this Sunday.
      Norwegian defender Julian Ryerson joined when the club were in the second division in 2018Credit: AFP
      Fans donated blood to hospitals in 2004 to help the club afford a licence to play in the fourth divisionCredit: EPA
      Bayern are the only side this season to travel to Berlin’s tight 23,000 seater Alten Forsterei stadium and leave with a point. 
      It is no surprise after the bricks of the stadium were laid by the fans themselves.
      Union’s on-pitch success in the lower divisions saw the need to renovate their old stadium in 2009.
      But with cash still tight over 2,000 fans volunteered and worked a total of 140,000 hours to modernise their home.
      Norwegian international Ryerson, 24, added: “When you talk about finances we are a completely different club compared to Dortmund and Bayern Munich.
      “You have to remind yourself of what the fans have done in every game. 
      Berlin’s fans are considered to be the most passionate in GermanyCredit: EPA
      Union’s star Taiwo Awoniyi left for Nottingham Forest this summer in a record dealCredit: Getty
      “It is always in the back of your mind. It is not normal how they are during the games. 
      “They push us on and off the pitch and it makes us strong here at home.” 
      But it is not only Berlin’s fans which set them apart from every other club in the Bundesliga. 
      Fellow gatecrashers to the German establishment, RB Leipzig, also have East German roots but have been given their wings by capitalist behemoths Red Bull. 
      Our history is not like anybody else’s. Even though we are progressing we won’t change.”Julian Ryerson, Full-back
      Union Berlin’s growth has come organically by continuing to be an eastern outsider.
      Even after losing star striker Taiwo Awoniyi to Nottingham Forest this summer, the club did not break the bank to replace him.
      And a glance across the capital to rivals Hertha Berlin proves spending money does not always breed success. 
      In the four years since Urs Fischer, a quiet Swiss, took over at Union, Hertha have had eight managers and spent £170million on transfers. 
      They managed to stay in the Bundesliga after a narrow win over Hamburg in a relegation play-off while Union finished one point away from the Champions League places. 
      Ryerson said: “Hertha have been extremely inconsistent.
      “What has been good here is the consistency. 
      “It speaks for our hard work and how everyone is pulling in the same direction. 
      “We have our core values and it is about staying the same. This is a cool club with a cool stadium.
      “Even though we are progressing we won’t change.” More