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      Man Utd told NOT to seal Kieran Trippier transfer by legendary defender Rio Ferdinand

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Rio Ferdinand has told his former club NOT to sign England right-back Kieran Trippier.Ferdinand, 42, believes that the LaLiga winner doesn’t fit the profile of right-back that Man Utd should be looking to sign this summer.
      Rio Ferdinand feels Trippier isn’t the man for Man UtdCredit: AP
      Kieran Trippier had a successful season in Spain, helping Atletico Madrid win LaLigaCredit: GETTY IMAGES
      But admits that he sees the quality the 30-year-old has and what he brings to the table.
      Speaking to Metro, he said: “I don’t think they’d buy someone to come in and play [every week], I think whoever’s coming in there is going to be playing backup.
      “They spent £50m on Wan-Bissaka, not to be a backup or No2.
      “He [Trippier] wouldn’t be my choice if I’m honest, but I see the qualities he has.
      “But Trippier definitely wouldn’t be my choice in terms of the profile of player that I’d be bringing in to play as a No2 right-back.”
      Ferdinand made 455 appearances for the Red Devils, winning 16 major honours whilst at the club.
      The 42-year-old has taken a step back from football since retiring in 2015, and it doesn’t look like he’ll be stepping into the coaching or managerial arena anytime soon.
      Ferdinand has become a pundit and he is a regular feature for BT Sport.

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      And this summer he’ll be back on TV, this time for the BBC, showcasing his expert analysis throughout this summers Euros.
      Trippier has linked up with the England squad for Euro 2020, and he’ll be hoping to replicate his heroics from the 2018 World Cup.
      Maybe some standout performances will change Ferdinand’s mind.
      According to Spanish outlet  Mundo Deportivo, United have already seen an opening offer of £10million rejected by Atletico Madrid.
      And the LaLiga champions are determined to only let Trippier leave if his £34m release clause is met.

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      Juan Foyth completes permanent Villarreal transfer from Tottenham as LaLiga club exercise option to buy

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      JUAN FOYTH has completed a £13million permanent transfer to Villarreal from Tottenham Hotspur.The Argentine initially joined the Spanish side on a season-long loan last summer after being frozen out by former Spurs manager Jose Mourinho.
      Juan Foyth has joined Villarreal permanentlyCredit: AP
      Foyth, 23, impressed for the Yellow Submarine – making 32 appearances for Unai Emery’s side.
      He showed his versatility for his new side, featuring regularly at centre-back, right-back and in midfield.
      His loan spell culminated in playing 88 minutes of Villarreal’s Europa League final win over Manchester United.
      A £13m option to buy clause was inserted into the initial loan deal.
      And Villarreal saw enough quality to trigger it.
      Foyth joined Spurs from Estudiantes as a talented teenager in 2017.
      It took time for him to break into Mauricio Pochettino’s first-team, and he was limited to just eight appearances during his maiden campaign – with none coming in the Premier League.
      He was more involved during the following season, making 17 outings during 2018-19.
      Juan Foyth was frozen out at Spurs in 2020Credit: Getty
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      Two of these came in crunch Champions League clashes with Borussia Dortmund and Ajax as Spurs blazed their way to the final.
      Foyth unfortunately began the 2019-20 season out with an ankle injury.
      His 32nd and final Spurs appearance came against Norwich in December 2019, during which he was substituted at half-time after making a mistake in the build-up to a Canaries goal.
      The youngster was frozen out after this point, only once even appearing on the substitutes’ bench in the Premier League before being shipped off.
      Foyth’s talent has been recognised by Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni, with the defender having won 12 caps for his country alongside Lionel Messi and Co.
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      Lautaro Martinez ‘puts Inter Milan contract talks on hold with striker keen on Barcelona transfer this summer’

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      LAUTARO MARTINEZ has reportedly put his contract talks with Inter Milan on hold as his agent threw open the door to a move to Barcelona.The 23-year-old forward was heavily linked with a switch from the San Siro to the Nou Camp 12 months ago but the transfer failed to materialise.

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      Lautaro Martinez’s agent has been fuelling speculation the star could join BarcelonaCredit: Getty
      SPORT claim he has put contract extension talks with Inter on holdCredit: SPORT
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      That resulted in him producing 19 goals as the Nerazzurri romped to the Serie A title under Antonio Conte.
      But Inter’s much-publicised financial problems, which have already led to the departure of Conte, have led to speculation over the future of several star men.
      And the arrival of Joan Laporta as president of Barcelona has led to new reports that the Argentine could head to Spain this summer.
      Now SPORT claims Martinez wants to join them and his representative has poured further fuel on the fire.
      His agent, Alejandro Camano, told Diario Sport: “We are very calm, we have to resolve the Inter situation first, but of course he would like it.
      “Who would not like to play for Barcelona? It is one of the biggest clubs in the world.”
      He added: “No one from Barcelona has called me.
      “I have a good relationship with Mateu [Alemany], but there is nothing, so we are not thinking about it now.

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      “He is prepared for any challenge. Lautaro is a player who does not go unnoticed and can face any responsibility.”
      Martinez is believed to currently earn £1.7m a-year at Inter.
      He is still contracted to the Serie A giants until 2023.
      It is understood Inter wanted at least £73m for their striker
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      Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus WILL play Champions League next season as Uefa halt ESL disciplinary proceedings

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      UEFA have suspended their disciplinary investigation into Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus following a Swiss court warning.The trio looked set to be handed a severe punishment for their role in the European Super League breakaway plot.
      English fans helped quash the European Super League but three clubs remain intentCredit: EPA
      Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus are fighting any punishmentCredit: Getty
      That could have seen them banned from next season’s Champions League – but any sanctions have been put on hold.
      Uefa confirmed in a statement on Wednesday that they will attempt to restart the proceedings in due course.
      It read: “Following the opening of disciplinary proceedings against Barcelona, Juventus and Real Madrid for a potential violation of Uefa’s legal framework in connection with the so-called ‘Super League’ project, the Uefa Appeals Body has decided to stay the proceedings until further notice.
      “Uefa understands why the disciplinary proceedings needed to be suspended for the time being, but remains confident in and will continue to defend its position in all the relevant jurisdictions.
      “Uefa will take all necessary steps in strict accordance with national and EU law in order for the Uefa Appeals Body to be in a position to resume the disciplinary proceedings as soon as possible.”
      Earlier this week, reports in Spain detailed a warning from the Swiss Justice Ministry against Nyon-based Uefa taking action on the trio.

      Those involved claim a court ruling in Madrid legitimised the ESL bid and the judge responsible is said to be looking for the European Court of Justice to back the judgement.
      There is a fear that anti-monopoly laws would mean any punishment is revoked on appeal.
      Nevertheless, Uefa have already obtained an apology and reduced the prize money of the other nine clubs involved in April’s debacle.
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      The six Premier League clubs, plus Inter Milan, AC Milan and Atletico Madrid have all formally apologised and accepted a five per cent cut in prize money for next season – worth as much as £6million.
      Manchester United, Chelsea, Tottenham, Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City settled the issue with the Prem on Wednesday.
      Each club will pay a £3.6m fine for their role in the plot – with a further £25m and 30 points lost if they do it again.
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      Harry Kane to Man City, Jadon Sancho to Man Utd… five biggest summer transfers as window opens today

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      THE Premier League could see an influx of some of the world’s best players with the transfer window now officially open.In what could be one of the busiest summers in recent years, a number of high-profile stars will be swapping clubs in big-money moves.
      Tottenham striker Harry Kane is facing an uncertain future in North LondonCredit: Getty
      Liverpool have already announced the arrival of Ibrahima Konate from RB Leipzig after triggering his £36million release clause.
      Meanwhile Aston Villa have agreed a club-record deal to sign playmaker Emiliano Buendia from Norwich worth up to £38m.
      Here SunSport takes a look at some of the biggest transfers that could take place before the August 31 deadline.
      Harry Kane – Tottenham to Manchester City
      The Spurs forward, 27, told the club in May he wishes to leave in the summer, with a move to the Citizens believed to be his priority.
      SunSport have exclusively revealed that Daniel Levy will only sell the England international should he receive at least £150m.
      And he is unwilling to accept City’s proposal of £60m plus Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus.
      Pep Guardiola is desperate to bring in a new centre-forward after City released Sergio Aguero, though negotiations to sign Kane are yet to take place.
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      Jadon Sancho – Borussia Dortmund to Manchester United
      Having failed to sign the 21-year-old last year, the Red Devils are determined to not miss out on the Londoner this time around.
      Dortmund were seeking £108m for Sancho in 2020, but are prepared to let him leave for nearly £30m less.
      And it has been claimed that United have opened fresh talks to sign the winger who is highly thought of by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
      United have been given a boost in their quest to sign Sancho after BVB’s director Michael Zorc admitted the club will not stand in his way if a suitable offer comes in.
      He told ARD: “We already had a gentlemen’s agreement with Jadon last year that he can switch under certain conditions.”
      Jadon Sancho has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United from Borussia DortmundCredit: Getty

      Erlind Haaland – Borussia Dortmund to Chelsea
      Despite Timo Werner impressing under the tutelage of Thomas Tuchel, his lack of Premier League goals could see the Blues to search for another striker.
      And the German gaffer could look to raid his former employers to bring Norway international Haaland to Stamford Bridge in a £150m deal.
      According to the Telegraph, Haaland would be open to holding talks over a potential switch to the European champions.
      The 20-year-old frontman is believed to be demanding around £300,000-a-week to sign on the dotted line.
      Chelsea have also looked into signing Kane and Inter Milan forward Romelu Lukaku.
      But both deals appear highly unlikely leaving Tuchel to make his move for Haaland.
      Chelsea could look to bring Dortmund striker Erling Haaland to Stamford BridgeCredit: EPA

      Cristiano Ronaldo – Juventus to Man Utd/PSG
      With just one year left on his deal in Turin, the six-time Ballon d’Or winner has been tipped with a move away from Italy.
      It has been stated that Ronaldo’s representatives have contacted United and Paris Saint-Germain over a potential switch.
      Corriere dello Sport suggests the Theatre of Dreams is one possible destination for him, but United would only be able to offer him a reduced salary.
      Meanwhile reports have claimed that PSG are in talks to sign the 36-year-old, who would be open to competing in Ligue 1.
      Talk of a sensational PSG switch has gathered pace since Neymar’s bombshell interview last month where he declared he wants to play alongside the Portugal international.
      Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo has just one year left on his deal in TurinCredit: AFP

      Kylian Mbappe – PSG to Real Madrid
      Like Ronaldo, the Frenchman’s contract will expire in 2022, leading to him to be potentially sold this summer.
      Real Madrid are long-term admirers of the 22-year-old having failed to secure his services when he was just 14.
      Mbappe reportedly has a ‘family agreement’ to join the LaLiga side.
      His Les Bleus team-mate Karim Benzema has even urged the player to join him in Spain as he talked of a possible transfer.
      Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe continues to be linked with Real MadridCredit: EPA

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      Lionel Messi proved right about Mason Mount as Chelsea star becomes 10th most expensive player in the world

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      LIONEL MESSI was proven right about Mason Mount as the Chelsea star emerged as the tenth most expensive player in the world. Barcelona legend Messi tipped Mount as one for the future alongside Phil Foden and Jadon Sancho.
      Mason Mount emerged as the tenth most expensive player in the worldCredit: PA
      Lionel Messi tipped Mason Mount as one for the futureCredit: EPA
      And according to to the CIES Football Observatory algorithm, Mount is worth a massive £105million at just 22-years-old.
      It means he ranks in the ten most valuable player in Europe’s top five leagues.
      Mount was voted Chelsea’s player of the season having scored nine goals with the same numbers of assists in 54 appearances.
      He was a major part in the Blues fourth-placed Premier League finish and European winning campaign.
      Messi – considered one of the greatest players of all times – would have been left unsurprised, having spotted the England midfielder’s talent
      He said in March 2020: “Having watched him play he has the potential to be one of the best.”
      Manchester City’s Foden, 21, as well as United pair Mason Greenwood, 19 and Marcus Rashford, 23, were valued higher than Mount.
      With Foden expected to play a big role at Euro 2020, he was rated to be worth £163m – topping the list.
      Four England players have been included in the top ten most expensive players list
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      Greenwood was valued at £153m with team-mate Rashford at £136m.
      Next up is Borussia Dortmund striker Elring Haaland, 20, (£133m), with United’s Bruno Fernandes, 26, (£132m) completing the top four.
      Barcelona duo Frenkie De Jong, 24, (£118m) and Pedri, 18, (£114m) are sixth and seventh respectively having become key players under Ronald Koeman.
      Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies, 20, is in eighth spot with CIES valuing him at £112m.
      Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix, 21, (£109m) with Chelsea’s fan favourite Mason Mount (£105m) completing the top ten.
      CIES also have valued City’s goalkeeper Ederson, 27, (£53m) as the most expensive shot-stopper.
      And his Citizens team-mate Ruben Dias, 24, (£98m) has been named as the most expensive centre-back in the top five leagues.
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      Arsenal demand £20m for Hector Bellerin transfer and could trigger Man Utd’s move for Kieran Trippier

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      ARSENAL have told all parties interested in Hector Bellerin they must cough up at least £20million for the Spaniard, it’s claimed.And with Atletico Madrid waiting to pounce, it could see Kieran Trippier move to Manchester United.
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      Arsenal want £20m for Hector BellerinCredit: Getty
      And that could trigger Man Utd’s move for Kieran TrippierCredit: Getty
      Atletico were said to be considering a swap deal involving Trippier and Bellerin.
      But SunSport exclusively revealed this week Trippier has told his England team-mates he wants to move to Old Trafford.
      As a result, Atletico have been told to cough up the dough if they want to bring Bellerin back to his homeland to replace Trippier, according to CBS.
      The Three Lions star joined the Spanish giants in 2019 for £20m on a three-year deal, since which he won LaLiga last season and is said to be happy in Spain.
      But boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes the 30-year-old is the ideal player to strengthen his defensive options and also provide competition for Aaron Wan-Bissaka at right-back.
      And though he has been a big hit in Spain, it appears the ex-Tottenham man is excited about the prospect of a switch to Old Trafford in his native North-West if the opportunity arises.
      The former Burnley defender remains central to Atleti’s plans having been instrumental in helping Diego Simeone’s side to the LaLiga title.
      But United believe they can persuade the Spaniards to strike a deal if they come up with a bid in the region of £15-20m.

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      And reports also suggest he is house-hunting near Old Trafford.
      Bellerin is said to be a favourite of Atletico sporting director Andrea Berta.
      The Barcelona academy product is set to lead a mass exodus at Arsenal this summer.
      The Spanish full-back wants a new challenge after ten years at the Emirates and fancies moving to another country.
      And Arsenal boss Arteta will not stand in the way of Bellerin, 26, as he plans to revamp his underperforming squad.
      Manchester City academy graduate Trippier has previously played for Barnsley, Burnley and Tottenham – helping the latter reach the 2019 Champions League final.
      Trippier has played down talk of a move from the Spanish capital, telling the press: “I’m enjoying myself so much out there.
      “I’m just fully focused on doing the best I can for my club. I’m absolutely delighted I won the title out there.
      “People might not focus on me as much because I’m out there in Spain, the Premier League is the Premier League.
      “But I’m enjoying myself, loving it, my family are enjoying it, there’s sunshine every single day so I just need to keep doing as well as I can for Atletico.
      “I’m delighted I’ve done that and now I’m part of England. I know Gareth watches the games along with his staff.
      “So for me it’s just about doing as well as I can at the highest level to try to be selected for as long as I can with the national team.”
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