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      Arsenal ‘make £39m bid for top Bundesliga centre-back as Gunners move ahead of Liverpool in transfer race’

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      ARSENAL have reportedly tabled a bid for defender Willian Pacho, it’s been claimed.Pacho, 22, has been a shining light for Bundesliga outfit Eintracht Frankfurt this season.Willian Pacho has caught the eye of several teams this seasonCredit: REXAnd the Ecuadorian’s impressive form is said to have caught the attention of Gunners boss Mikel Arteta.It was claimed earlier this week that the North Londoners have “inquired about” potentially signing him in the summer.And now Bolavip are claiming the Premier League big boys have tabled a £38million bid for the centre-back.The offer is said to be short of Frankfurt’s valuation of the player, whom they want a minimum of £43m for.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLArsenal will likely face competition for the services of the Ecuador international.Prem rivals Liverpool are also said to be interested in bolstering their squad with the youngster – despite Jurgen Klopp’s imminent departure.The Merseysiders, however, have yet to table an offer for his services.Arsenal are said planning on splashing the cash this summer following their disappointing Champions League exit.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSunSport revealed that, following their quarter-final heartache against Bayern Munich the brass have sanctioned the strengthening of the team.We revealed how Alexander Isak, Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres are all on the radar.Mikel Arteta reacts to Arsenal being dumped out of Champions League by Bayern MunichSpeaking after the 3-2 aggregate defeat to Bayern Munich, Arteta said: “At the moment it is a gutted dressing room.”We are very disappointed. We have to go through it.”We tried against a team with a lot of experience. Through the tie, the margins have been very small.”Arsenal will be back in action on Saturday night, travelling to Molineux to take on Wolves. More

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      Rafa Benitez ‘in talks over new job thousands of miles away with club who denied ex-Liverpool boss, 64, major trophy’

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      RAFA BENITEZ is the top candidate to take over as manager at Sao Paulo.Former Liverpool, Chelsea, Newcastle and Everton boss Benitez, 64, has been out of a job for a month after being sacked by Celta Vigo.Rafa Benitez is the top candidate to become manager at Sao PauloCredit: GettyBenitez has history with Sao Paulo as they cost him the Club World Cup while at LiverpoolCredit: APAccording to Arquibancada Tricolor, however, the Spanish tactician is the “strongest name” linked with the top job at Sao Paulo.Talks started on Sunday and appear advanced as both parties are confident there will be a “positive outcome”.Negotiations have been brokered by super agent Giuliano Bertolucci, who represents some of the best Brazilian players like Bruno Guimaraes, Gabriel Magalhaes and Marquinhos.If Benitez signs with the Brazilian giants then he will be linking up with the same team that denied him the Club World Cup in 2005.Read More on FootballLiverpool took on Sao Paulo in the final in Yokohama just seven months after the Miracle of Istanbul.The Reds became European champions after beating AC Milan in a dramatic penalty shootout following an unforgettable 3-3 draw in the Champions League final.The Merseysiders were then looking to become world champions when they took on the then Copa Libertadores winners.However, Paulo Autuori’s men prevailed in Japan with a 1-0 victory thanks to Mineiro’s winner.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERBenitez, though, did win the UEFA Super Cup with Liverpool the same year.Steven Gerrard and co defeated then UEFA Cup winners CSKA Moscow 3-1 at Stade Louis II in Monaco.11 forgotten stars who define Liverpool vs Man Utd rivalryDaniel Carvalho opened the scoring for Valery Gazzaev’s men but Djibril Cisse equalised for Liverpool to force extra-time.The Reds sealed the trophy as Cisse completed his brace before Luis Garcia scored the third. More

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      Mo Salah tipped to leave Liverpool after £200m transfer bid with three replacements identified

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      A FORMER Liverpool player has told Mo Salah that this summer is the “perfect time” to quit the club – and suggested three potential replacements.The Egyptian has achieved legendary status at Anfield thanks to his 209 goals since his arrival from Roma in 2017.Mo Salah has been told that this summer is the ‘perfect’ time to leave LiverpoolCredit: EPAThe 31-year-old has found the net 23 times this term despite suffering some injury issues but he has just over a year left on his contract.Salah has been linked with a move away several times over the past 12 months – while Liverpool are believed to have rejected a £200million bid from a Saudi Arabian club for him last summer.But with boss Jurgen Klopp exiting Merseyside at the end of the season, ex-Reds full-back Jose Enrique insists it could also be the best time for Salah to wave farewell as well.The Spaniard, who spent five years at Liverpool from 2011, told Grosvenor Sport: “If the right offer comes then I think Salah will leave because I think he was actually trying to leave last summer.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“They were offered something like £200m for him last summer and that was a real offer.“When you get an offer like that, usually it means there is already an agreement between the player and the club.“I think Salah had already agreed to go and I believe that he will finally go to Saudi Arabia this summer.”Enrique continued: “Jurgen Klopp is leaving so it is the perfect time for Salah to go.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“There is a new cycle happening at Liverpool and lots of changes, so it is perfect for him.“This will likely be the final big contract of his career, so I think he’ll leave for Saudi Arabia.”Top 10 highest paid footballers in the world revealed with no Premier League players making the top fiveAnd Enrique even suggested three names that Liverpool could move for as a replacement for Salah – including two Premier League stars.He added: “Mohammed Kudus is someone that I think could be a replacement for Salah.“Even last summer I would have said that and now of course he is playing really well for West Ham.“You could also throw in someone like Ebere Eze from Crystal Palace, but there aren’t really any obvious replacements out there.“Leroy Sane from Bayern Munich is a possibility because he is in a bit of situation with his contract there at the moment.“He is the kind of name that they need to bring in and he could be an option.” More

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      Arsenal and Liverpool ‘make contact with Eintracht Frankfurt’ over mega-money summer transfer

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      ARSENAL and Liverpool have “made contact” with Eintracht Frankfurt over a deal for defender Willian Pacho, according to reports.The centre-back, 22, has started all but one of the German club’s Bundesliga games this season.Willian Pacho only joined Eintracht Frankfurt last summer but has had a superb seasonCredit: GettyPacho has been ever-present for Frankfurt in the 2023/24 campaignAnd his impressive displays have seen his asking price skyrocket as some of the Premier League’s biggest clubs circle for his signature.Pacho joined Frankfurt from Royal Antwerp last summer for just £7.6million.Now Sky Sports are reporting the 2022 Europa League winners want between £43-51m in the summer.Pacho, who has already earned 10 caps for Ecuador, is under contract with Frankfurt until 2028.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLArsenal and Liverpool are both understood to have “held discussions”, with Frankfurt “aware” of their interest.But the strength of Frankfurt’s contractual situation with the player means they can demand a substantial fee.And manager Dino Toppmoller recently revealed he believes the centre-half can become one of the best in the world.Toppmoller said: “He’s doing a great job, and is getting better all the time.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”He’s really reliable and has world-class potential.”Frankfurt sit sixth in the Bundesliga table and are poised to qualify for the Europa Conference League.Arsenal’s title chances are ‘100% gone’ according to club legend who savages ‘lazy’ Gunners after Aston Villa shockerBut they are just three points ahead of Augsburg, so could still miss out on European football. More

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      Man Utd join transfer race for rising Brazil star, 18, as scout attends match with Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City keen

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have joined Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool in the bidding war for a Brazilian wonderkid.According to The Mail, United sent a scout to Brazil to watch Gremio starlet Gustavo Nunes, 18, in action last week during the 2-0 loss to Huachipato in the Copa Libertadores.Manchester United sent a scout to watch Gremio star Gustavinho in actionCredit: AlamyManchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal are also keeping tabs on GustavinhoCredit: AlamyGustavinho, as he has been nicknamed by fans, only made his senior debut in February but quickly rose through the ranks after impressing manager Renato Gaucho.The winger came on as a half-time substitute as he replaced Everton and showed his skills in front of the Red Devils’ representative.New United shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS are said to be prioritising rising young talent from South America.That is because the Manchester giants want to get more value for their money amid Financial Fair Play restrictions.Read More on FootballGustavinho has amassed a total of four goals and four assists in 18 appearances across all competitions this season.The forward’s immediate impact attracted attention from City, Arsenal and Liverpool.Wolves and Norwich are also keeping tabs on the young Brazilian’s progress.However, the Citizens appear to be leading the race for the youngster’s signature.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNevertheless, Gremio are not keen to part ways with their wonderkid just yet.That is why the Brazilian outfit tied Gustavinho to a contract until 2028.Gary Neville ‘lost faith’ with ‘scrawny and erratic’ Cristiano Ronaldo at Man Utd before transformation into a ‘machine’Gremio, who own 70 per cent of the player’s economic rights, will also command a high fee which is said to be more than £18million City considered splashing in the summer. More

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      ‘People will think I’m absolutely mad’ – Ex-Liverpool star picks struggling Premier League boss to take over from Klopp

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      FORMER England defender Glen Johnson admits he might be “absolutely mad” after he tipped Mauricio Pochettino to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool.Reds boss Klopp shocked the football world in January when he announced plans to leave Anfield at the end of the season.Jurgen Klopp is set to leave Liverpool this summerCredit: GettyFormer Reds defender Glen Johnson has named his choice of successorCredit: CarlRecineJohnson believes Mauricio Pochettino would do a good job at AnfieldCredit: AlamyEx-Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso was the club’s top target following Klopp’s statement.However, the Spaniard is set to stay with new German champions Bayer Leverkusen for at least one more season.Sporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim has since been strongly linked with the job.But, with the club yet to confirm Klopp’s successor, ex-Reds full-back Johnson believes Pochettino could be an option to explore.Read More on FootballHe told Betfred: “Even though I’ve said that Jurgen Klopp will be a tough act to follow, any manager that comes in will be inheriting a great squad and it will be an improvement in terms of player quality than any candidate would have had at their disposal previously.”I know people will think that I’m absolutely mad, but Mauricio Pochettino is a big name that can go into that job and grab everyone’s attention.”That would excite people despite what’s happened at Chelsea this season because I don’t believe what’s gone on there is Mauricio’s fault.”You don’t become a bad manager overnight and if he inherited that Liverpool squad, then I believe he could do good things at Anfield.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSKlopp took over at Anfield in October 2015 and has since won the Premier League, the Champions League, the FA Cup and two League Cups.When announcing his departure earlier this year, Klopp said: “I love absolutely everything about this club, I love everything about the city, I love everything about our supporters, I love the team, I love the staff.Beaming Dele Alli left speechless as Pochettino delivers heartwarming message live on Sky Sports”I love everything. But that I still take this decision shows you that I am convinced it is the one I have to take.”It is that I am, how can I say it, running out of energy. I have no problem now, obviously, I knew it already for longer that I will have to announce it at one point, but I am absolutely fine now.I know people will think that I’m absolutely mad.Glen Johnson”I know that I cannot do the job again and again and again and again.”After the years we had together and after all the time we spent together and after all the things we went through together, the respect grew for you, the love grew for you and the least I owe you is the truth – and that is the truth.” More

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      Liverpool ‘plot shock transfer for England U21s goalkeeper’ if Caoimhin Kelleher leaves in summer

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      LIVERPOOL have reportedly identified an England Under-21 as a potential replacement for Caoimhin Kelleher.The Reds are currently preparing for the departure of boss Jurgen Klopp this summer but a number of players could also be on the move.Liverpool are reportedly interested in signing Anthony Patterson from SunderlandCredit: GettyCaoimhin Kelleher has plenty of clubs keen on signing him this summerCredit: GettyAnd that could lead to some big changes in the goalkeeping department regarding back-up for their Brazilian No.1 Alisson.Third-choice stopper Adrian, 37, seems set to leave once his contract expires in June.Interest has been mounting in Irish keeper Kelleher after his impressive campaign that has led to him stepping in to replace injury-riddled Alisson 26 times so far.The 25-year-old has come through the ranks at Anfield since joining from Ringmahon Rangers in his homeland back in 2015.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLNottingham Forest had a bid rejected for him on January’s deadline day and their boss Nuno Espirito Santo remains a big fan.Kelleher’s price tag will have continued to rise since then due to his impressive displays over the past two months.Celtic are also believed to be keen but could be priced out of a transfer.Liverpool “would likely not stand in Kelleher’s way” if he wanted to go to become a No1 in his own right elsewhere, according to a new report by the Daily Mail.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnd the same publication has also identified the list of potential replacements for him.They claim that the Reds have “retained an interest” in Sunderland’s Anthony Patterson.Football’s weirdest contract clauses revealed including non-Arsenal agreement and a private jet promiseThe 23-year-old helped the Black Cats to win the League One play-offs two years ago and has shone in the Championship since.That has led to him being recognised at international level after winning an England U21 cap last summer.Meanwhile, another England U21 ace has also been mentioned.We have reported previously how a number of Premier League teams have been scouting Wigan Athletic’s Sam Tickle.He has shone for Shaun Maloney’s team in the League One this season.And Liverpool are also believed to be among those that are continuing to monitor the 22-year-old’s progress, says the Mail.Kelleher’s exit would mean the Reds would be in the market for a new back-up, although he could decide to stick around on Merseyside.READ MORE SUN STORIESLiverpool do have a number of youngsters that they could call upon to step up, although it is felt that none of those are quite “ready” to make that jump just yet.Therefore they are looking at targets with first-team experience. More

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      Paul Merson warns of transfer that would ‘take the pool out of Liverpool’ that risks Reds ‘finishing nowhere’

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      PAUL MERSON has claimed that Liverpool would struggle should Mohamed Salah leave the club.The Egyptian winger has long been linked with an exit from Anfield, with the Saudi Pro League being the most likely destination.Paul Merson thinks Liverpool would be making a mistake should they sell Mohamed SalahCredit: Sky SportsSalah has been linked with a switch to the Saudi Pro LeagueCredit: GettyLast summer, Salah was the target of a £200million bid from Al-Ittihad but the offer was refused.It is expected that clubs will return for the forward in the summer as he enters the final 12 months of his £400,000-per-week contract.The 31-year-old has been key for the Reds again this season, with 23 goals and 13 assists in 36 appearances in all competitions.Merson believes that Liverpool will struggle should the club cash in on their talisman.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe former Arsenal star suggested that Salah would be more difficult to replace than Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli. He told Sky Sports: “If he goes wow, you could take the pool out of Liverpool.”You’re talking about a right winger putting up numbers like that.”You’re talking about Saka, who’s a phenomenal footballer. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”He’s nowhere near those figures.”Him and Martinelli had a breakout season last year.Top 10 highest paid footballers in the world revealed with no Premier League players making the top five”They didn’t score as many as Salah put together. And Liverpool finished nowhere.”Former Liverpool and Manchester City defender Kolo Toure believes that the club would have to sign a similar player to fill Salah’s void should he leave.He said: “He’s a very effective player. He wants to score goals.”He doesn’t want for running. He will run at the right time.”When he’s being marked, he can make the pass. He can provide the ball to his team-mates. He’s been doing some really good passes.”Sometimes they don’t finish it, which is harsh on him. I think he’s a really effective player.”Liverpool needed a player like that, who can score goals and provide.” More