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      Tottenham legend Chris Waddle issues Harry Kane warning to Man Utd and explains why Chelsea spent too much on Fernandez

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      CHRIS WADDLE warned Manchester United that Tottenham superstar Harry Kane may not fit manager Erik ten Hag’s style.United continue to be linked with a sensational swoop for Kane, who is entering the final year of his contract in the summer and Ten Hag has prioritised the signing of a striker.
      Chris Waddle believes Tottenham star Harry Kane may not fit Manchester United’s styleCredit: Rex
      But Spurs legend Waddle has warned the Red Devils that the England captain could struggle to adapt to the Dutch tactician’s pressing on the ball.
      However, the 62-year-old insists the star centre-forward could still bring goals, especially if Ten Hag found a way to include him to his tactics.
      Waddle told SunSport: “It would be a bit of a strange one; Harry Kane’s a great footballer and his goal record is phenomenal, I think he could fit into most teams.
      “But normally I’ve got to say that Ten Hag likes somebody who starts the pressing, that’s why he’s brought in Wout Weghorst. Obviously he’s not Harry Kane but the lad works very hard, he brings players up the field.
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      “He likes to go and press and that starts Man Utd’s game plan. I don’t think that’s Harry Kane’s strength, turning and chasing different centre-halves down, he’s a different type of player.
      “If you’re going to play a different style of football then obviously Harry Kane, as he does for Tottenham, he wants to come off the centre-halves and link the play, gets into little pockets where he’s hard to pick up.
      “So, it would be a strange one I think for Ten Hag given the way he likes to play. It would look strange how Harry Kane would actually fit in with the way he plays. But he’s obviously a goalscorer and Man Utd want somebody.
      “I know Marcus Rashford’s doing it at the minute but they need somebody up there whose going to get 20 goals plus every season.”
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      Waddle, though, hinted United would be “taking a risk” if they tried to sign Kane in the summer, especially if they expect him to lead them to trophies.
      That is because of the 29-year-old’s advanced age and his high asking price.
      Waddle added: “It’s a hard one. Listen it’s going to cost a lot of money to get him out of his contract, whether these clubs are willing to pay.
      “I think he’s 29 now, so it’ll be his last big contract for a four or five-year deal I’d think. It’s a big decision for any club to say we want Harry Kane. I understand why a lot of big clubs are linked with him, because as I said he’s a very good player.
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      Chris Waddle believes Manchester United may be taking a risk with Harry KaneCredit: Getty
      “You’re taking a risk on him aren’t you, so it’s basically shelling out money to win honours. Now if you’re winning trophies then it’s been worthwhile, but if you don’t win trophies then a lot of people will say it wasn’t money well spent.
      “Everybody is a gamble at modern day prices, but the one thing with Harry Kane is that he is proven, and I’m sure Man Utd would be buying a player who could easily fit into Man Utd.”
      Kane would command a high fee, but no one has cost more than Premier League record signing Enzo Fernandez who joined Chelsea from Benfica for £107million in January.
      Waddle was impressed with Fernandez’s performances at the 2022 World Cup, where he helped Argentina win the title and was awarded as they competition’s best young player.
      But the former England international believes the 22-year-old’s fee should have been splashed for someone closer to the calibre of a proven star like Lionel Messi.
      Waddle said: “Well it was a lot of money, I watched him in the World Cup but, obviously Messi was a star for them. You look at their team and he’s not somebody who catches the eye.
      Chris Waddle hinted Chelsea should have spent Enzo Fernandez’s fee for a bigger starCredit: Rex
      “He’s a player who works hard, he’s a very good passer of the ball, he keeps the ball very well. He’s got a few different attributes than Jorginho had or Mateo Kovacic. I wouldn’t say he was streets ahead of them, so time will tell.
      “Chelsea will be good, because the players that they have signed are good players, but it’s going to take time which is why I’m waiting for them to kick in.
      “Would I say they’ve spent too much money on him? I’d probably say that about a lot of players. For me, he’s got to score goals, he’s got to make goals, he’s got to be an unbelievable player all over the park.
      “He’s not a dribbler, he’s not an exciting player, which then people might think if he’s playing at an average level then people will say why have you paid that much money?
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      “For me paying £110-115m, you need someone like Lionel Messi for that money, and he’s definitely not Lionel Messi.”
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      Man Utd in Marco Reus transfer boost as Dortmund boss publicly apologises to star after win over Chelsea

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      BORUSSIA DORTMUND manager Edin Terzic has publicly apologised to Manchester United target Marco Reus for not using him against Chelsea.Dortmund beat the Blues 1-0 in the Champions League last-16 at the Signal Iduna Park on Wednesday thanks to Karim Adeyemi’s winner.
      Borussia Dortmund star Marco Reus has been linked with a move to Manchester UnitedCredit: Rex
      Borussia Dortmund boss Edin Terzic apologised to Marco Reus for not using him against ChelseaCredit: Getty
      But BVB captain Reus was left on the bench by Terzic, who preferred to bring on veteran Anthony Modeste and teenager Jamie Bynoe-Gittens.
      The German-Croatian tactician publicly apologised to the playmaker after full-time, but insists he has to “respect” the decision.
      Terzic told DAZN: “Of course, I’m deeply sorry.
      “But it’s not just about Marco. We also had other guys who didn’t come on.
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      “He has to respect it. But don’t accept it.
      “He can show tomorrow in training and in the next few games that he doesn’t accept it.
      “But right now he has to respect it like everyone else.”
      According to Bild, Reus was one of the first Dortmund players to leave the pitch after the celebrations as he “disappeared” down the tunnel.
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      The 33-year-old’s supporting role in the first leg could work as a transfer boost for United with manager Erik ten Hag keen to give him a key role in his squad.
      Ten Hag has reportedly met with the Germany international’s agent Dirk Hebel to discuss a potential move to Old Trafford.
      Hebel and fellow representative Darren Freeman watched the Red Devils beat rivals Manchester City 2-1 from the Old Trafford stands last month.
      Reus’ contract runs out in June and he still wants to play at top level for the next two years.
      Dortmund want the German star to extend his deal but will have to accept a significant pay cut. More

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      Barcelona’s transfer of Marcos Alonso from Chelsea ‘reported to Fifa for fraud amid claims of irregularities with deal’

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      BARCELONA face more transfer problems after their deal for Marcos Alonso from Chelsea was reported to Fifa for fraud.Alonso left England for Spain in September on a free transfer after six season in West London.
      Marcos Alonso’s Barcelona transfer is being investigatedCredit: Rex
      But fourth division side Union Adarve – who he represented as a youth player – claim that they should have received £91,000 (€103,000) as part of the deal.
      According to AS, Union Adarve have evidence of the two sides negotiating for Alonso in the past.
      Alonso has established himself in the Barcelona setup this season, making 22 appearances and three goals.
      They are top of LaLiga under the guidance of club legend Xavi, leading champions Real Madrid by eight points.
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      But they have financial problems off the field and took LaLiga to court in order to register Gavi’s new contract.
      The Spanish giants were initially unable to register the playmaker’s fresh deal because of LaLiga’s salary limits.
      Barcelona aimed to relieve their financial woes with a series of one-off cash injections last summer, leveraging chunks of future revenue.
      But their wage bill is still believed to still stand at around 20 per cent over and above LaLiga’s max squad spend limit.
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      Barcelona budgeted for a minimum quarter-final finish in the Champions League this season but they failed to get out the group.
      It means they face a shortfall of £18m, while winning the Europa League would only generate £13m.
      Barcelona are also still unable to register Ronald Araujo as a first-team player despite the centre-back signing a new contract last season.
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      ‘Wasn’t the right time yet’ – Chelsea target hints at future transfer as he admits he ‘grieved’ when Ajax blocked move

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      AJAX star Edson Alvarez reveals has revealed his “grief” over his blocked Chelsea transfer.Big-spending Chelsea swooped for the Mexican in the closing days of the summer transfer window to add midfield muscle.
      Edson Alvarez has opened up on his failed Chelsea moveCredit: Rex
      The Blues splashed £276million in the off-season, before a January splurge took their spending to £606MILLION this season in total.
      But that figure could have been £43m higher had Ajax not cancelled a deadline day move at the last minute last August.
      And Alvarez admits the collapsed deal took its toll.
      He told Dutch outlet De Telegraaf: “I grieved for one day and then showed that I am a strong person.
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      “Of course, the disappointment lasted for a while, but I believe that everything happens for a reason.”
      Alvarez has seen Chelsea owner Boehly continue to spend big since, including the British record £107m deal for Enzo Fernandez from Benfica.
      But he hopes a deal could still materialised in the future: “Maybe it wasn’t the right time yet.
      “My time will come, 100 per cent. That is in God’s and my own hands.
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      Chelsea signed Enzo Fernandez from Benfica in the January transfer window.Credit: Getty
      “My focus is 100 per cent on Ajax at the moment.
      “But if something beautiful comes along next summer that is good for Ajax and for me, then I want to seize that opportunity.” More

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      How Man Utd could line up with Mason Mount and Harry Kane next season after transfer spree

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could have a very different look to their starting XI next season.The Red Devils have been tipped with moves for a host of stars that could turn them into Premier League contenders again.
      Man United have been linked with Chelsea’s Mason MountCredit: EPA
      Harry Kane is another player on the club’s wishlistCredit: Alamy
      Most recently, Chelsea star Mason Mount have been linked with the club after a lack of progress on talks over a new contract at Stamford Bridge.
      According to ESPN reporter James Olley, United have joined Premier League rivals Liverpool and Manchester City in the bidding war for Mount’s signature.
      Should Mount join, he could replace Marcel Sabitzer should his loan move at the club not be made permanent.
      This would see him line up in a midfield made up of Frenkie de Jong, Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes, if he is able to displace Christian Eriksen from the team.
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      De Jong was a top target for United last summer, and it appears that the club will try to sign him again this year.
      Tottenham record-breaker Harry Kane is another name that has been widely spoken about with a move to Old Trafford.
      The England captain would be and upgrade and replace loanee Wout Weghorst should he join.
      Kane would not have to take long to adapt as he is used to playing with Marcus Rashford while on international duty.
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      United have also been rumoured to be interested in signing Victor Osimhen from Napoli.
      Another spot that could be changed is in the goalkeeper position.
      David de Gea’s powers have started to decrease and the club have been linked with a move for Brentford star David Raya as a potential replacement.
      The Spaniard has been in great form for the Bees and manager Thomas Frank has insisted that he would be worth £40million should he be sold.
      David Raya has been tipped as a replacement for David de GeaCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd line up shock Mason Mount transfer as three of Chelsea’s Premier League rivals monitor his contract stand-off

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are considering a shock swoop for Chelsea star Mason Mount.According to ESPN reporter James Olley, United have joined Premier League rivals Liverpool and Manchester City in the bidding war for Mount’s signature.
      Mason Mount has been linked with a sensational transfer to Man UtdCredit: EPA
      The Chelsea star has struggled for form this season.
      Consequently, he has failed to consolidate his strong form from the previous three seasons.
      Mount has scored just three times and added just two assists in the Premier League so far this season.
      The report suggests Mount could look to leave Stamford Bridge after a lack of progress on a new contract.
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      The 24-year-old is understood to be after a significant rise from his current wages of around £80,000 per week.
      Mount’s contract at Stamford Bridge expires at the end of next season.
      However, this economic factor has added to a further stumbling block of Mount not wanting to commit to the type of long-term contracts handed out by Chelsea in January.
      A number of January signings penned contract with deals which run for roughly eight years.
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      This massively offset the staggering fees paid via a process known as amortisation, but the risk factor lies in such long contracts with no guarantee of player success.
      Mount’s spot at the club is under threat after Todd Boehly reportedly flew to Paris for talks to sign Paris Saint-Germain superstar Neymar.

      The Blues are already in line to sign Christopher Nkunku from RB Leipzig, and could even make Joao Felix’s loan move from Atletico Madrid permanent in the summer. More

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      Chelsea ‘set to offer contract rebel Mason Mount to Atletico Madrid in incredible swap transfer for Joao Felix’

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      CHELSEA want to offer Mason Mount to Atletico Madrid in a sensational swap deal for Joao Felix, according to reports. So far it looks like Felix and Mount are battling for the same position in a struggling Chelsea side, however, Felix is currently winning the fight to stay at Chelsea out of the two attackers.
      Joao Felix scored in a 1-1 draw against West HamCredit: Alamy
      Mason Mount came off the bench in a 1-0 loss against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions LeagueCredit: Reuters
      Felix only arrived in January for a £9.7m loan fee with no option to buy, but is one of the first names on the team-sheet despite being sent off on his debut against Fulham.
      The Portuguese, 23, picked up his first goal against West Ham last weekend before impressing against Borussia Dortmund despite the Blues’ Champions League loss.
      Meanwhile, Mason Mount’s contracts talks with Chelsea are stalling as the player wants to know he’s valued by Chelsea through a significant pay rise.
      Against West Ham and Borussia Dortmund, Mount started on the bench while Felix played a full 90 minutes.
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      Liverpool are sniffing around the Englishman, 24, as their midfield is a significant weak point and he only has one year left on his deal.
      According to Marca, Chelsea want to sign Joao Felix on a permanent deal and want to include players.
      Among players available for a swap deal is Mason Mount, who, the report claims, is one of the players offered to Atletico to make the Joao operation cheaper.
      However Atletico owner Gil Marin has made it clear his intention is to receive a significant amount of money WITHOUT the inclusion of surplus Chelsea players.
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      The aim is to recover as much as possible of the £113million fee paid for the star in 2019. More

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      Arsenal ‘join Man Utd and Chelsea in race for Denzel Dumfries transfer’ after Takehiro Tomiyasu blunder vs Man City

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      ARSENAL have reportedly joined Manchester United AND Chelsea in the race to sign Denzel Dumfries from cash-strapped Italian giants Inter Milan.United and Chelsea have previously held interest in the Dutchman, 26, who is a regular starter at the San Siro.

      During his near two-year spell at Inter, Dumfries has played 71 times, helping them win the Italian Super Cup twice and the Coppa Italia.
      Dumfries is also a regular in the Dutch national set-up, and is known to Red Devils boss Ten Hag, who would have managed teams against the right-back when he was playing his trade at PSV.
      But according to Fichajes, Arsenal have joined Man Utd and Chelsea in registering their interest in acquiring Dumfries’ services.
      Inter need to make around £53million from player sales this summer due to their dire financial situation.
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      And Dumfires could command a high fee, easing Inter’s financial fears.
      Mikel Arteta has been deploying centre-back Ben White at right-back this season, with Gabriel and William Saliba forming a solid partnership in the heart of the defence.
      Takehiro Tomiyasu is also being deployed there.
      However, the Japan star’s horrendous blunder in Wednesday’s 3-1 home defeat to Manchester City has brought him into question.
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      But Dumfries is a natural right-back, with far superior attacking capabilities.
      While at Old Trafford, Ten Hag is switching between Diogo Dalot and a resurgent Aaron Wan-Bissaka. More