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      Emi Martinez ‘wanted by Man Utd and Barcelona’ in shock transfer after keeper hints at Aston Villa exit

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      EMI MARTINEZ is wanted by Manchester United and Barcelona after he hinted at an Aston Villa exit, according to reports in Argentina.Martinez joined Villa from Arsenal in 2020 – following eight years in North London where he was loaned out six times.Emi Martinez is wanted by Manchester United and Barcelona, say reports in ArgentinaCredit: AlamyAnd he emerged as one of the best keepers in the league, also cementing his place as Argentina No1 before their 2022 World Cup win.But Martinez – whose contract expires in 2029 after extending it in the summer of 2024 – appeared to hint that he is leaving the club.He was seen tearfully waving to fans following Villa’s 2-0 home win against Tottenham – suggesting he is preparing for an exit. And according to Argentine TV channel DSports, United and Barca are both interested in signing Martinez and the keeper has offers from both. READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnited No1 Andre Onana has suffered inconsistent form since arriving from Inter Milan in 2023 in a deal worth £47.2million.Old Trafford legend Wayne Rooney even suggested the club should re-sign David de Gea – who left on a free with Onana replacing the Spaniard.Marc-Andre ter Stegen is still Barca’s main stopper but the German has played only seven times this season due to a horror knee injury.Former Arsenal keeper Wojciech Szczesny – who joined in 2024 after coming out of retirement – has played 30 times in Ter Stegen’s place. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe 35-year-old Pole’s contract expires at the end of the season – after Barca were crowned LaLiga champions – but there is an option to extend. Villa boss Unai Emery, meanwhile, remained tight-lipped on Martinez’s future despite the World Cup winner’s emotional gesture to fans.Wayne Rooney names three players Man Utd should sign this summer including transfer for iconic former starEmery said: “We will see. Of course, it is the last match (of the season) here, and I don’t know. We will see about the team, the players.”Of course, they are responding on the field, at the moment they are responding and they are so, so focused in how we are preparing and playing each match.”But Sky Sports pundits Jamie Redknapp and Roy Keane seem more convinced that it was a goodbye from Martinez. Redknapp said: “What a signing he has been. Amazing player, great goalkeeper, but it looks like he was waving goodbye.”Trying to find someone to fill that void will be very difficult.”Keane added: “He has been a good character, some people like him. He can be annoying at times with some of his antics.”But he has been a great signing for them, he’ll be a big loss as it does look like he his saying his final goodbyes.”Martinez was in tears gesturing to Villa fansCredit: Getty More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo tipped to become part-owner of LaLiga club to add to business empire

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO is set to buy a stake in Spanish club Almeria, according to reports.The second-tier side have been taken over by a Saudi investment group.Cristiano Ronaldo is still scoring goals for Al-NassrCredit: ReutersAlmeria have undergone a Saudi takeoverCredit: GettyRonaldo, 40, is understood to have a close relationship with the group’s leader Mohamed Al-Khereiji.The Saudi businessman is said to have helped facilitate the Portuguese star’s free transfer to Al-Nassr in 2022.According to Marca, Ronaldo’s friendship with Al-Khereiji could pave the way for the former Manchester United star to buy shares in Almeria.The forward took on Almeria several times during his time at Real Madrid.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLRonaldo scored seven goals in as many appearances against the Andalusian side.While CR7 continues to ply his trade in Saudi Arabia, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner has built up an impressive business empire off the pitch.Ronaldo famously has CR7 pants, fragrance and shoe lines.And the veteran forward has also invested in water and athlete recovery brands, in addition to a healthy-living app.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSRonaldo celebrates with Emmanuel Adebayor following a goal against AlmeriaCredit: GettyRonaldo is an ambassador for the 2034 Saudi World Cup.The Saudis were confirmed as hosts last October after Australia announced that they would not be running. Cristiano Ronaldo appears to argue with himself as he fights back tears after Al-Nassr cup KORonaldo has scored 23 goals in 28 Saudi Pro League appearances this season.But with Al-Nassr once again going trophyless, some fans blasted Ronaldo on social media this week.Inside Cristiano Ronaldo’s incredible lifeAS arguably the greatest player of all time, Cristiano Ronaldo lives a life befitting such a superstar. More

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      Why Marc Guehi’s Ivorian passport could be key to Newcastle and Chelsea missing out on transfer

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      MARC GUEHI’S new Ivorian passport could spell an end to Chelsea and Newcastle’s pursuit.Since Brexit, British players are now considered non-EU citizens, prompting Jude Bellingham to apply for an Irish passport ahead of his move to Real Madrid.Marc Guehi has fast risen to become a leader at Crystal PalaceHe is also a key man for England with consistent top performancesCredit: GettyChelsea will get a fee if Palace were to sell him this summerCredit: GettyGuehi’s decision to renew his Ivorian passport which he qualifies for through his dad falls under the Cotonou Agreement.This agreement allows players with African nationality to be regarded as Spanish nationals, giving them a distinct advantage for La Liga clubs.Spanish sides are restricted to just three non-EU players in their matchday squads.Guehi, 24, has just one year left on his deal with interest from Newcastle, Chelsea, and Tottenham.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS But Real Madrid and Barcelona have also kept tabs on his progress – and the lure of a dream move to Spain could prove too much.Chelsea have a sell-on clause that will allow them to get a fee for the defender they sold to the Eagles in 2021 and they wouldn’t want him to leave on a free.Last summer, the Eagles turned down a fee reported to be in the region of £65million for the defender but with just a season left on his deal chairman Steve Parish has a decision to make.Guehi, who was born in the Ivory Coast, moved to Lewisham when he was just one year old.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAs with most kids with dual nationality, he could benefit from holding two passports.Especially with Spanish teams limited to just three non-EU players in their matchday squads, this development could give him an edge if he decides to run down his contract and move to Spain next summer.Diehard Crystal Palace fan with arm in sling goes viral after using his HEAD to clap FA Cup heroes at WembleyPalace signed Guehi from Chelsea for an initial £18million four years ago, and his rapid rise has seen him become a key figure.The Eagles are well aware that he could move on, and they have a history of selling young talents for the right price. More

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      Dean Huijsen completes £50m Real Madrid transfer on five-year contract as Bournemouth say goodbye in classy statement

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      DEAN HUIJSEN has completed his £50million move to Real Madrid. SunSport were the first to reveal the LaLiga giant’s interest in the Dutch-born Spanish international back in January. Dean Huijsen has completed his £50million move to Real MadridCredit: Shutterstock EditorialBut they were joined by Chelsea, Manchester United and Newcastle in keeping tabs on Huijsen’s situation. The player always had his heart set on a return to Spain – having come through the Malaga academy as a youth player. And both Bournemouth and Madrid confirmed a deal had been struck. The Cherries said in a classy statement: “Everyone at AFC Bournemouth is looking forward to working with Dean for the remaining two games of the Premier League season, before he embarks on the next step of his career.”READ MORE IN football Madrid said: “Real Madrid CF and AFC Bournemouth have reached an agreement for the transfer of player Dean Huijsen, who remains tied to our club for the next five seasons, from June 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030.”Huijsen also came through Juventus’ youth before eventually progressing into their first-team – also having a stint on loan with Roma. He signed for Bournemouth in July 2024 from Juventus and enjoyed a breakout Premier League season. Huijsen has made 34 appearances in total this season – scoring three league goals – and only missing seven club games. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe 6ft 6in defender has helped Andoni Iraola’s side climb to tenth in the table and impressed in the air as well as a solid tackler and interceptor. Huijsen pledged his international allegiance to Spain in 2024 – having moved there aged five with his family from the Netherlands. The centre-half has two senior caps while also playing from Under-17 to U21 level. Zirkzee to Inter?! Why Man Utd Flop Could Shine in Italy More

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      Marc Guehi ready to land dream free transfer to Real Madrid or Barcelona in blow to Premier League suitors

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      MARC GUEHI is ready to run down his contract to land a dream move to Barcelona or Real Madrid.Crystal Palace’s captain, 24, has a year left on his deal — with   Newcastle, Chelsea and Tottenham all chasing him.Marc Guehi has excelled for Crystal PalaceCredit: GettyThe Toon are favourites to land the England defender this summer — but a free transfer to a Spanish giant in 2026 is on the cards.Guehi  , who was born in the Ivory Coast, has recently renewed his Ivorian passport — which makes him more attractive to LaLiga clubs.And both Real and Barca have kept tabs on his progress.Spanish sides are restricted to just three non-EU players in their matchday squads.READ MORE CRYSTAL PALACE NEWSSince Brexit, British stars now count as non-EU, with Jude Bellingham having applied for an Irish passport since his move to Real.However, players with African nationality are effectively classed as Spanish nationals due to the Cotonou Agreement — agreed between the EU and  Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States.Palace signed the defender from Chelsea four years ago for an initial £18million and his rise has been rapid.The Eagles accept Guehi will move on and have long been comfortable with selling young players for the right price.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKBoth Newcastle and Spurs have seen bids of up to £70m rejected in the last year and Palace will be tested again this summer — or risk losing him for free a year later.The Blues have considered bringing Guehi back to the club, where he moved through their famed academy.Cole Palmer eats sandwich and ketchup as Brit music legend makes cameo in brilliant Chelsea kit release videoStamford Bridge chiefs were also interested in Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen, 20. But he is set to join Real who activated his £50m release clause. Asked about his future yesterday ahead of today’s FA Cup final, Guehi said: “I’m still on a contract, so my focus is always at this football club.“The most important thing is just doing the best I can and seeing where the future holds.“As far as I’m concerned, I’m a Palace player.”Palace boss Oliver Glasner is also out of contract next summer. But the Austrian said: “It’s the wrong time to think about your future.“It’s the same reason I didn’t talk to any single player as it’s not the time to talk about it.“And if you start to talk about it, you get distracted, and this is what we can’t allow.Read More on The Sun“We need 100 per focus, 100 per cent energy, 100 per cent togetherness to win this title — otherwise it’s not possible.“Let’s play this game and we have two more games in the league and then I will switch off my phone.”Oliver Glasner has discussed his Palace futureCredit: Shutterstock Editorial More

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      Arsenal ‘could make shock Rodrygo transfer move with Mikel Arteta a huge fan of Real Madrid star’

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      ARSENAL could make a shock swoop for Rodrygo, it’s been claimed.Gunners boss Mikel Arteta is keen to add more firepower to his squad, which is on course for a third-straight second-place Premier League finish, this summer.Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is in the market for a new forward this summerCredit: AFPThe Spaniard is said to be a fan of Real Madrid ace RodrygoCredit: GETTYThe Gunners’ Prem and Champions League challenges fell short following devastating injuries to forwards Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz.The north Londoners are reportedly keen on signing Sporting Lisbon ace Viktor Gyokeres, who is also on the radar of their domestic rivals Manchester United.But according to reports, they’re also interested in signing Rodrygo from Real Madrid.That’s according to The Athletic, who claim Arteta is a “fan” of the Brazilian winger, who can also play up front.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSRodrygo has enjoyed a stellar season with Los Blancos, scoring 13 goals and notching 10 assists in 50 appearances.The 24-year-old is well aware of the intense speculation surrounding his future.But he’s seemingly pledged his allegiance to Real, recently sharing a photo of the Bernabeu to his Instagram story with “Vamos Real” emblazoned across it.The Emirates faithful were left frustrated by Arteta’s failure to sign a new striker in January, which ultimately came back to haunt him.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMikel Arteta’s striker shopping listBy Jordan DaviesARSENAL are stepping up plans to sign a world-class striker in the summer after their Champions League heartbreak.Mikel Arteta splashed out £204.5m last summer on Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber.But the Spanish manager accepts he needs a proven goalscorer to take the club to the next level.And here are the players he is looking at to get the Gunners firing:BENJAMIN SESKO (RB Leipzig, value £40m-£45m)One for the future at 20 years old. Scored 16 goals for RB Salzburg in the Austrian Bundesliga last season and the Slovenian has carried on that good form in Germany with Leipzig this campaign.VIKTOR GYOKERES (Sporting Lisbon, value £60m-£80m)Been scouted several times this season. The Swedish striker, 25, is more of a traditional No 9 so may not suit Arsenal’s demand for flexibility but would bring a physicality that boss Mikel Arteta craves.ALEXANDER ISAK (Newcastle, value £75m-£85m)Impressed in his first two seasons in English football. The Swede, 24, has the pace and finesse to match his finishing ability, and Eddie Howe’s Toon may need to sell to balance the books this summer.JOSHUA ZIRKZEE (Bologna, value £45m-£50m)Dutch wonder  is attracting the attentions of clubs across Europe. At 6ft 4in the 22-year-old forward would have no trouble adapting to the Premier League and already has an eye for goal.XAVI SIMONS (RB Leipzig, value £70m-£80m)An incredible talent in the Bukayo Saka mould, currently on loan from Paris Saint-Germain. The future of the Dutch attacker, 20, depends on how much money his parent club want to make from him.But the Spaniard has promised a “big” transfer window ahead of the 2025/26 season.“It’s going to be a big one and we are very excited about it.Mikel Arteta launches furious rant at Arsenal players despite second-half Anfield comeback“The way we planned the first five summers, they were going to be very big and they were going to have different objectives.”Because the turnaround of players and the objective of those windows was going to be different.“But now, when you are going to go again, we want to increase the depth of the squad.”But as well, we want to increase the quality and the skills that we need to go to the next step.” More

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      Real Madrid star Raul Asencio breaks silence as he faces trial over ‘video of underage girl having sex with team-mates’

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      RAUL ASENCIO has fiercely protested his innocence after being accused of distributing a sexual video involving an underage girl.The Real Madrid star is due to stand trial in the Canary Islands and could face five years in prison.Raul Asencio has broken his silence ahead of his trial in the Canary IslandsCredit: GettyThe Madrid centre-back is accused of distributing a sexual video involving an underage girlCredit: GettyAsencio is accused of sharing footage involving three former Madrid reserve players.It is claimed the players involved lied when they told the two girls – allegedly aged 16 and 18 – that the recorded sexual material had been deleted.Ferran Ruiz, 22, Juan Rodriguez, 23, and Andres Garcia, 22, were arrested in September 2023.Asencio’s appeal against his inclusion in the upcoming trial was rejected in February.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLPosting on X, Asencio wrote on Thursday: “I have not participated in any behaviour that violates the sexual freedom of any woman, much less minors.”In a lengthy statement, the Los Blancos star said the “presumption of innocence must continue to prevail.”He added: “Should charges ultimately be filed and a trial commence, I will continue to defend myself before the Courts and Tribunals, in which I have full confidence, reaffirming my innocence of any criminal conduct. “All of this is without prejudice to the utmost respect for the conduct of the judicial proceedings as a whole, including those of the other persons under investigation.Most read in Football”I want to reiterate, once again, my absolute respect for the rights to sexual freedom and privacy of all women.”Asensio claims the video was recorded “in a location other than where I was”.Carlo Ancelotti named Brazil coach as former Chelsea boss makes history after leaving Real MadridBut despite the judge making clear he is not being charged for making the footage, he remains indicted on charges of sharing it.He added: “[The ruling] does not accuse me of having had sexual relations with the two women involved, nor of having recorded them, with or without their consent. “Likewise, the court order clarifies that I was not the one who sent any intimate images or videos to third parties, which, I reiterate, were recorded in a location other than where I was.”The court order, as far as I am concerned, limits its content to the eventual momentary viewing of some images by a third party, without attributing to me any participation in their recording or dissemination.”The four Madrid players were arrested after a complaint was filed by the mother of a 16-year-old girl in the Canary Islands.The complainant stated that the sexual activity was consensual, but the alleged recording was not.Read More on The SunAsencio, 22, has risen through the ranks at Madrid to become a regular starter this season.The centre-back has made 34 appearances this season across all competitions. More

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      Barcelona win LaLiga at Espanyol as fierce rivals turn sprinklers on to dampen celebration before Hansi Flick intervenes

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      ESPNAYOL soaked Barcelona stars celebrating their LaLiga title by turning on the sprinklers.Goals from Lamine Yamal and Fermin Lopez saw them beat their bitter Catalan rivals 2-0 and they can no longer be caught by Real Madrid.Lamine Yamal scored to wrap up the league title for BarcaCredit: GettyThere was an altercation between celebrating Barca stars and EspanyolCredit: AFPThe sprinklers were turned on to get Barca players off the pitchCredit: Shutterstock EditorialMany continued to celebrate as they got drenchedCredit: AFPHansi Flick pushed his players down the tunnelCredit: @itvfootballTonight’s victory comes two years and one day on from when Barcelona did exactly the same thing to win the title at the RCDE Stadium in 2023.Barca stars celebrated on the pitch that day but were quickly chased off by Espanyol hooligans that tried to attack them.Current boss Hansi Flick did not want the same to happen again and immediately gestured for his players to return to the dressing room as the full-time whistle went.Yet many ignored their manager and several substitutes sprinted onto the field to celebrate.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt infuriated Espanyol players and there was an altercation as Gerard Martin appeared to push Pere Milla to the floor.Then as Ronaldo Araujo and Jules Kounde joined Flick in appealing for calm, the sprinklers were turned on to encourage Barca players off the pitch.Though it did not work as Alejandro Balde, Pau Victor, Andreas Christensen and Dani Olmo were just some seen dancing underneath the unwanted shower.Meanwhile, Flick was spotted angrily pushing his coaches and players down the tunnel.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSNo Espanyol fans made it onto the pitch as riot police stood in the way of their ultras behind the goal.But many of them were not in their seats for the game in protest as they wanted the match cancelled.Horrifying moment car ploughs into huge crowd of Espanyol-Barcelona fans near stadium ahead of derby clashHorror scenes outside the ground before kick-off saw a car plough into a huge crowds of fans.Footage shows a white vehicle facing crowds as objects are thrown towards it.The car then picks up speed and drives into people, with some seen hanging onto the windscreen as several supporters sustained injuries.Catalan police have initially said a female driver lost control of her car and it was accidental. Barca stars had to sprint to safety in the tunnel two years agoCredit: GettyFans were able to evade the security and throw chairs at them last time it happenedCredit: Getty More