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      Jamie Carragher warns Man Utd and Arsenal off transfer for Everton star as he says ‘I don’t know what he is’

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER has warned Arsenal and Manchester United to steer clear of trying to sign Everton midfielder Amadou Onana.Onana, 22, has long been linked with an exit from Goodison, with the Gunners coming close to a bid in January.Carragher has warned both Arsenal and Utd chiefs against signing the Everton starCredit: RexAmadou Onana has not proven enough to be a big Premier League signing, says Liverpool legendCredit: RexErik Ten Hag’s side considered a move for the Belgium international last year, while Chelsea also disclosed their interest.The Toffees’ valuation of over £50million eventually prevented talks from going further with all three clubs.As a result of Everton’s well-documented financial issues, highly-rated players such as Onana are looked at as ideal sale income.But despite some brilliant performances last season, which helped Everton remain in the Premier League, Carragher is not convinced by Onana.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSCarragher stressed that it would be a mistake for top clubs to sign him after Everton’s humiliating 6-0 defeat at Chelsea on Monday.He told Sky Sports: “I must say this, Onana is a player who Everton may have to sell with the situation that they find themselves in financially.”He came in with a huge reputation. Frank Lampard brought him in, he looks the part, did really well for Belgium at Wembley and there was talk of him going to other big clubs.”But I don’t see it. I haven’t since he’s been there.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”I don’t know what he is. Is he a holding midfield player? Does he get forward? Does he get involved?”The only thing I have seen him do is try to lift the crowd, that is all I ever see him do when he plays for Everton.”Onana was withdrawn at halftime by manager Sean Dyche after the team conceded four goals in the first half, with Cole Palmer securing Chelsea’s fastest ever hat-trick inside 28 minutes.Onana has made 32 appearances in all competitions for Everton this season, scoring three goals and making one assist.Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson spotted arguing with Blues team-mate after 6-0 Everton thumping as penalty row rages onThe club’s ongoing financial difficulties – which has seen them twice deducted points – may once again force them to make significant player sales this summer.Defender Jarrad Branthwaite – who was removed through injury at Stamford Bridge – has been heavily linked with a transfer to United.But Red Devils fans have urged their club to abandon a move for the England international, who Everton value at £70m.Dyche’s side currently sit 16th, just two points clear from the drop, with six games remaining.Onana’s Prem stats this season More

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      Chelsea fans demand forgotten star ‘we’re crying out for’ returns after booking place in Champions League semi-final

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      CHELSEA fans are demanding the club bring back Ian Maatsen after he clinched a spot in the Champions League semi-final.The full-back played a starring role as Borussia Dortmund overcame Atletico Madrid in a thrilling quarter-final clash.Ian Maatsen starred against Atletico MadridCredit: TNT SPORTSChelsea fan have called on the club to bring him backCredit: ReutersDortmund went into the second leg trailing after leaving Madrid 2-1 down.However, the Bundesliga giants fought back to win a topsy-turvy tie 5-4 on aggregate.Julian Brandt netted the opener, but it was Dortmund’s second goal that got Blues supporters talking.Maatsen, 22, drove up from his defensive role and fired past Jan Oblak with a powerful drive into the far corner.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLFans responded by flocking to social media to beg the club to make sure he returns to Stamford Bridge for next season.One fan posted: “Ian Maatsen what a goal. Don’t sell him Chelsea.”A second wrote: “Chelsea are going to sell Ian Maatsen to Borussia Dortmund for £35m when we’re crying out for a player like him.”A third commented: “Maatsen is into the semi-finals as a starting LB in the competition we can’t get into.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERA fourth said: “Ian Maatsen wasn’t given a chance by Chelsea this season and now he is scoring CL quarter final goals.”A fifth joked: “That Ian Maatsen fella looks good – we should consider buying him.”Chelsea left-back Ian Maatsen looks back at his beginnings in football Another added: “Fair play to him, talented player.”Maatsen spent the first half of the season at Chelsea but struggled to break into Mauricio Pochettino’s side.This was after the club rejected a £30million offer from Burnley to sign him in the summer transfer window.The 22-year-old spent the 2022-23 season on loan at the Clarets and was a crucial cog in the machine that won promotion to the Premier League.After a lack of playing time in the first half of the season, Maatsen joined Dortmund on loan in January.Reports have already claimed that the German outfit are keen to make the move permanent in the summer. More

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      Arsenal warned Bayern Munich boast little-known English secret weapon who was non-league star and won Champions League

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      HARRY KANE and Eric Dier will not be the only Englishmen gunning for Arsenal on Wednesday.Anthony Barry, who started his coaching career at Wigan, is Bayern Munich’s assistant manager and one of the most sought-after coaches in Europe.Bayern Munich assistant manager Anthony Barry could cause major issues to ArsenalCredit: GettyThe ex-Accrington, Yeovil and Fleetwood midfielder was brought to Germany from Chelsea by Bayern chief Thomas Tuchel, with the pair having worked together at Stamford BridgeAnd if Bayern score from a corner or a free-kick against Mikel Arteta’s side, that will be down to Barry who is in charge of the team’s set-pieces.Barry will leave the German club with Tuchel at the end of the season and the offers have already come in.He has just turned down a second approach from Ireland to replace boss Stephen Kenny,  who was sacked in November.Read More on FootballBut Barry, who combined his role at Chelsea as a part-time coach for the Irish, will be assisting Roberto Martinez with Portugal at Euro 2024.Barry, who also worked for Martinez with Belgium at the 2022 World Cup, wants to be a manager in his own right so is waiting for the right offer for next season.However, he is not the only Englishman currently coaching in the Bundesliga.Craig Fleming, assistant coach at Southampton for four years under Ralph Hasenhuttl, has linked up with the Austrian to become Wolfsburg’s No 2.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTicket disparityLIVERPOOL have been given just 750 tickets for Thursday’s Europa League tie with Atalanta.To enter the ballot, Reds fans had to have bought tickets for 22 of the previous 24 European away games over the last five seasons.Huge Arsenal concerns as two key stars facing late fitness test before Champions League second leg with BayernThat is some loyalty, whatever team you support.Meanwhile, Arsenal will have just under 3,800 supporters against Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday — and they have all paid a relatively affordable £42.80 a ticket.To watch the first leg at the Emirates, supporters had to fork out between £70 and £103.If you needed proof of the disparity between English and German ticket prices, here it is.Broadcaster outsmartedA WELL-KNOWN broadcaster did not see the funny side after a telling off in the posh seats at Chelsea.In an exclusive area behind the home dugout at Stamford Bridge, he caused a bit of a stir by shouting at the home bench during a game.The television and radio presenter was told to calm down by security and during the heated exchange, he trotted out the infamous line: “Do you know who I am?”The unimpressed official pretended to switch on his lapel microphone and shouted: “Can I have the welfare department? There is a Chelsea fan who doesn’t know who he is.”READ MORE SUN STORIESFlying highTOTTENHAM fans were left frustrated by the cost of the £150 train to get to Newcastle for Saturday’s Premier League game.So a few Hertfordshire-based supporters found it cheaper to get a bus to Stansted Airport and take a Ryanair flight to Edinburgh (£70 return) before getting a train from Scotland to Newcastle (£40 return).This one will have stung Kane the most… what’s the German for schadenfreude?, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      OF all the trophies Harry Kane has missed out on, this one will have stung the most.
      This was supposed to have been a dead cert. This was nailed-on.
      Bayern Munich had won 11 successive Bundesliga titles, so when the England captain signed for the great Bavarian powerhouse last summer, we all said: “Well, at least he’ll finally win something.”
      Yet on Sunday evening, there were Bayer Leverkusen — known in Germany as ‘Neverkusen’ because they hadn’t previously won the league thanks to several late implosions — cavorting around, 16 points clear, unbeaten in all competitions and confirmed as champions with five games to spare.
      And so the greatest trophy curse in footballing history continues.
      And this one really is freakish because Leverkusen’s story is almost as extraordinary as Leicester City’s miracle title in 2015-16 — the season when Kane won his first Premier League Golden Boot and Tottenham ended up ‘third in a two-horse race’ behind Arsenal.
      Kane is always the runner-up, always the nearly man, always the fall guy, too often a figure of fun for those taking pleasure in the misfortune of others.
      Does anyone know the German word for schadenfreude…?
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      Chelsea should ‘definitely’ sign Raphael Varane on a free transfer when legend quits Man Utd, says ex-Blues star

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      FORMER Chelsea star Glen Johnson has told the Blues should sign Manchester United flop Raphael Varane.The United defender’s contract is up at the end of the season and appears set to leave as a free agent in the summer.Ex-Chelsea star Glen Johnson says the Blues should sign Raphael VaraneCredit: GettyVarane’s will leave Man Utd as a free agent this summerCredit: RexArriving from Real Madrid in 2021, as a multiple Champions League winner, Varane has endured an underwhelming three seasons at Old Trafford.Cursed by injuries, the Frenchman has made 93 appearances for United scoring just two goals.But, despite Varane’s underwhelming performances in Manchester, former Chelsea star Johnson still thinks his old team should move for him in the summer.Asked about a potential deal, he told Betfred: “Yes, definitely. Good players like that don’t come around often and they certainly come around less often on a free transfer. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I know he’s not the Varane he was three or four years ago but he’s still a bloody good player. “Yes, he’s had his injury problems but that’s what outweighs the transfer fee.”If you’re buying him on a free and he’s only playing 50% of the games, then that’s still a good deal to do.”While Varane did not feature in Erik ten Hag’s teamsheet in United’s last two games the defender’s experience in top-flight football will prove valuable to Mauricio Pochettino’s side.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERVeteran centre-back Thiago Silva is set to depart at the end of the season as the 39-year-old ‘s contract.Meaning Chelsea will be in the hunt to find a replacement for the Brazillian.Jamie Carragher and Dele Alli give verdict on Chelsea penalty rowJohnson continued: “As we saw with Thiago Silva, those sort of players who have done everything, played for top teams and clubs, they get the attention of the dressing room.”They’re the big names that the younger players want to look up to and obviously they’re great to have around.” More

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      Barcelona ‘reject £60million transfer offer’ from Premier League club for former Leeds star Raphinha

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      BARCELONA have reportedly rejected a £60million bid for Raphinha from an unnamed Premier League club.The Brazilian, 27, joined the Catalan giants from Leeds in a £57m deal in the summer of 2022.An unnamed Prem club has allegedly had a bid rejected for Raphinha by BarcelonaCredit: RexThat was after he snubbed both Arsenal and Chelsea to secure his dream switch.However, the winger has struggled to be a regular starter since his arrival and has been linked with a departure numerous times.Tottenham were the latest team believed to be readying a swoop to try and bring Raphinha back to the Premier League, where he shone at Elland Road.Raphinha managed ten goals in his debut season to help Barcelona win LaLiga.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe has battled several injury problems this term, which has restricted him to eight goals in 33 matches.However, he has popped up twice at crucial times over recent weeks with the winner against Las Palmas and then two goals in the 3-2 first leg win at PSG in the Champions League.Now Spanish publication Sport says that has led to “big European clubs” keeping an eye on him once again.It then goes on to state that Barcelona have placed a £68.3m price tag on his head due to his recent good form.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBarca are “very happy” with his performances and it will be “difficult” for them to accept anything less than this.And that figure was allegedly decided after a proposal worth around £49m was made by a mystery Premier League side.Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson spotted arguing with Blues team-mate after 6-0 Everton thumping as penalty row rages onThey received the offer but club chiefs rejected it as they believe the star’s value is continuing to rise.However, Barcelona are waiting to receive offers for him and several others that could help ease some of their financial difficulties.And they have both Ferran Torres and Lamine Yamal who are able to line up instead of Raphinha.SunSport also reported how Al-Hilal are chasing former Leeds star Raphinha.The Saudi Pro League side, who forked out over £300million on new signings last summer, are ready to splash out £86m on him. More

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      Chelsea extend Fernandez and Mudryk contracts despite pair having combined total of THIRTEEN years left on current deals

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      CHELSEA have triggered contract extensions for Enzo Fenandez and Mykhailo Mudryk, meaning both players are tied to the club for at least another seven years.Both players moved to Stamford Bridge in January 2023 for huge transfer fees.Chelsea have extended Enzo Fernandez and Mykhailo Mudryk’s contractsCredit: GettyMudryk joined the Blues in a £97million transfer from Shakhtar Donetsk and agreed a seven-and-a-half year deal upon his arrival in west London.Meanwhile, Fernandez penned an eight-and-a-half year contract following his £107m move from Benfica.Both players have now had another year added onto their respective contracts.Mudryk’s is set to expire in 2031 when he is 30, while Fernandez is tied to the club until 2032 when he will be 31.Read More on ChelseaAcademy graduate Lewis Hall also had his contract extended last year, but he is set to make his Newcastle loan permanent this summer for £28m.Details surrounding all three players’ contracts were released by the FA last week as part of their annual agent payments report.The report also revealed that Chelsea spent a record £75.1m on agent’s fees in a 12-month period from February 2023 to 2024.Manchester City spent £60.6m, while Manchester United paid out £34m.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERFernandez has been a big presence in Chelsea’s midfieldMudryk has had limited game timeChelsea chiefs are allegedly willing to sell several players this summer in order to comply with Financial Fair Play and the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules.Academy stars Conor Gallagher, Reece James and Trevoh Chalobah are among those linked with a move away.Chelsea’s plans for £1bn new stadiumMarc Cucurella, Romelu Lukaku, and Kepa Arrizabalaga could also be let go. More

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      Newcastle forced to automatically trigger £35million transfer just seconds after 4-0 thumping of Tottenham

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      NEWCASTLE’S 4-0 win over Spurs has triggered a unique transfer clause – making Lewis Hall’s big-money move from Chelsea permanent.The left-back signed on loan for £4million, with a full move for £24m extra to follow if the Toon came 15th or above in the Premier League.Lewis Hall now knows his Newcastle move will become permanentCredit: RexEddie Howe says he always planned on keeping Hall for the long termCredit: RexSaturday’s surprise romp over high-riding Tottenham guaranteed a deal for Hall – even though he was an unused substitute.Add-ons could eventually take the England Under-21 star’s fee to £35m.And Magpies’ boss Eddie Howe has insisted he always wanted to keep the 19-year-old, despite his limited starts.Howe said last month: “It’s nailed on. I’m preparing for Lewis to be at Newcastle for many years.READ MORE TOP STORIES“He was always brought in with a long-term view.“Something we just need some patience. Players develop at different speeds, but we’re delighted with the progress he’s made.“We have always believed in him and his quality, and we have been working really hard with him on his game.”Sixth-placed Newcastle are, of course, targeting a European place rather than just doing enough to recruit Hall – for which they merely had to finish outside the bottom five.Most read in FootballAnd Chelsea will also be happy to cash in on him Stamford Bridge co-owner Todd Boehly is battling to balance the book at the end of the season to comply with the Prem’s Profit and Sustainability Rules.Newcastle stars vow to unveil new celebration if they score against Tottenham for heartwarming reasonAnd the fee for Hall counts as 100 per cent profit as he is a home-grown player.TOON SIGNINGS SINCE APRIL 2020 TAKEOVERLEWIS HALL is becoming the latest Toon recruit since their huge Saudi takeover. Here’s a guide to the main incomers:
      Sandro Tonali, AC Milan, £50mHarvey Barnes, Leicester, £41mTino Livramento, Southampton, £35mYankuba Minteh, Odense BK, £7mLewis Hall, Chelsea, £35mAlexander Issak, Real Sociedad, £60mAnthony Gordon, Everton, £42mSven Botman, Lille, £34mMatt Targett, Aston Villa, £15mNick Pope, Burnley, £10mHarrisaon Ashby, West Ham, £2.6mGarang Kuol, Central Coast, £300kBruno Guimaraes, Lyon, £38mKieran Trippier, Atletico Madrid, £13mDan Burn, Brighton, £12mChris Wood, Burnley, £25m More

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      Premier League clubs splashed staggering £409MILLION on agent fees – but how much did your team spend?

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      PREMIER LEAGUE clubs paid out a record £409m in agent fees this season – and Chelsea are at least top of one table.The Stamford Bridge outfit’s second summer spending splurge since the Todd Boehly-led takeover saw Chelsea pay out an astonishing £75.1m to representatives.Figures disclosed by the FA showed Chelsea paid out on a stunning 56 different players over the season including on the sales of Ruben Loftus Cheek and Christian Pulisic to Milan.It saw the Blues’ agent spending rise from £43.2m last term to the new record figure, with Manchester City second on the payments list by handing over £60.6m.That big money expenditure saw the Prem total up 28 per cent from last term’s previous record of £318.2m.Manchester United, paying £34m, were third on the list, with Liverpool fourth on £31.5m.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLArsenal followed that by paying out £24.7m after their big-money outlays on Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber.Chelsea’s outlay represented the combined costs of their near £1billion transfer spree over the past two years.Indeed, among the players whose agents were paid were Romelu Lukaku, now coming to the end of his second season on loan away from SW6, Havertz and defensive flop Kalidou Koulibaly.With Mauricio Pochettino’s side ninth and 16 points adrift of the final automatic Champions League spot with eight games left many fans will wonder if the club is getting value for money.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPrem new boys Luton were, unsurprisingly, bottom of the agent spend chart, paying out a fraction over £2m.Fellow promoted clubs Sheffield United, who spent £5.1m, and Burnley, on £6.9m, filled the bottom three in both the expenditure and current actual table.Chelsea keen to keep Conor Gallagher while FFP hinders Newcastle’s spending in January Transfer Window More