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    Man Utd ‘will launch huge Mason Mount transfer bid’ as they try to steal march on two rivals in race for Chelsea star

    MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly set to launch a £55million bid for Chelsea contract rebel Mason Mount.The midfielder, 24, looks increasingly likely to leave Stamford Bridge this summer after failing to agree a new deal.
    Man Utd are set to launch a £55m bid for Chelsea contract rebel Mason MountCredit: Getty
    And the Mail claims United are looking to steal a march on rivals as they prepare to table an offer this summer.
    Club sources have confirmed talks over a deal for Mount are set to commence once the season ends.
    Erik ten Hag has made the England midfielder his No1 priority.
    And United are ready to offer £55m to see off competition from rivals.
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    Mount has plenty of suitors at home and abroad, with Arsenal, Liverpool and Bayern Munich extremely interested.
    But United hope they can move into pole position by getting talks underway after Sunday’s final Premier League matches.
    Champions League winner Mount is out of contract in 2024.
    Chelsea have made numerous attempts to get him to sign a lucrative new extension.
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    But the two parties have been unable to agree on a wage, with Mount reportedly looking for £250,000-a-week like pal Reece James.
    Chelsea are hoping to bank £85m for Mount, who has been at the club since 2005 after coming through their Cobham academy.
    He has 33 goals in 195 games for the Blues since his 2019 debut.
    And Mount established himself as a key player under multiple managers like Frank Lampard, Thomas Tuchel and Graham Potter.
    Incoming Blues boss Mauricio Pochettino has told Todd Boehly he ideally wants Mount in his squad next season.
    But Chelsea are unwilling to keep hold of players who are out of contract the following summer.
    And if Mount is unable to strike terms late on, Boehly will look to cash in.
    He isn’t the only ace whose deal is up in 2024.
    Ruben Loftus-Cheek is thought to be in advanced talks with AC Milan.
    And Mateo Kovacic could be set for a move to Prem champs Man City.
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    The likes of Callum Hudson-Odoi and Christian Pulisic could also be sold.
    And there’s even question marks over Thiago Silva’s future despite his extension earlier this year, while N’Golo Kante could yet leave for free as his deal winds down next month. More

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    Liverpool star Andy Robertson lined up for shock £40m Real Madrid transfer as Spaniards seek natural left-back

    ANDY ROBERTSON is a shock transfer target for Real Madrid, reports say. The Spaniards have been forced to improvise this season by playing Eduardo Camavinga at left-back.
    Andy Robertson is reportedly a shock transfer target for Real MadridCredit: Getty
    It comes after Ferland Mendy, 27, spent much of the season ruled out through injuries.
    Mendy is now being linked with a move away from the Bernabeu while Camavinga, 20, wants to shift back into midfield.
    So Real are in the market for a left-back and according to the Daily Mail, Liverpool’s Robertson are on their list.
    And it is believed the Scottish international, 29, would cost in the region of £40million.
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    Real have also been heavily linked with Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies, 22.
    But the Canadian – contracted until 2025 – is strictly not for sale and the German champions are hoping to extend his deal.
    In another blow to Liverpool, Real look close to wrapping up a deal to sign England star Jude Bellingham.
    Personal terms are understood to have already been agreed.
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    The contract would keep him in the Spanish capital until 2029 with a pay package worth more than £17million-a-year.
    Real are set to pay a”fixed” amount of just over £87m for Bellingham, with bonuses also being added.
    The chase saw Liverpool pull out of the race due to a quoted asking price of £131m as they turn their attention to new midfield targets.
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    Man City join transfer chase for Brighton star and World Cup winner Mac Allister and could also snare Seagulls team-mate

    MANCHESTER CITY are reportedly interested in bringing two Brighton players to the Etihad next season as they set their summer transfer plans. According to the Mirror City are looking at luring both Alexis Mac Allister and Julio Enciso away from the South Coast.
    Alexis Mac Allister has had an exceptional season for Brighton and Argentina
    Julio Enciso has reportedly caught the eye of Pep Guardiola in the few games he has played
    Mac Allister has been linked with an array of top clubs following his superb World Cup winning exploits with Argentina.
    Enciso has shone for Brighton since he joined the club from Paraguayan first division side Libertad in the summer.
    The 19-year-old has scored three goals and registered two assists in his 18 Premier League games for the Seagulls.
    The Mirror have reported that Mac Allister and Enciso are on the list of players drawn up by Pep Guardiola and City’s sporting director Txiki Begiristain.
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    The Brighton pair could be considered replacements for Ilkay Gundogan and Bernardo Silva, who according to reports are expected to leave the Etihad in the summer.
    City are fresh off the back of a third consecutive Premier League title and will be a desirable destination for any player, but they will face competition for the signature of Mac Allister.

    The 24-year-old has been linked with a move to Liverpool for a long time and is said to be very close to completing his transfer to Merseyside.
    Chelsea have also been reported as interested in the midfielder, but may struggle to attract him without European football and such an inflated squad.
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    Mac Allister has scored 10 goals and assisted a further two in the league this season and will likely command a huge fee if he does leave Brighton, with his contract not due to expire until 2025.
    It is also reported that City are interested in Bayern Munich’s Joshua Kimmich and RB Leipzig’s Josko Gvardiol in the summer window too. More

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    Liverpool on verge of Mac Allister transfer from Brighton – but there’s a catch

    LIVERPOOL are close to signing Brighton star Alexis Mac Allister but will have to be quick, reports suggest.Mac Allister is the Reds’ top target ahead of the summer transfer window as manager Jurgen Klopp needs to bolster his midfield.
    Liverpool are on the verge of signing Brighton star Alexis Mac Allister but need to do it in JuneCredit: Getty
    According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, an agreement on personal terms is “90 per cent done” between the Merseysiders and the versatile midfielder.
    However, Liverpool will have to be quick as the Argentina international’s contract includes a fixed amount that can only be triggered in June.
    Klopp’s side will have to act swiftly to also avoid a potential transfer war with Chelsea as their incoming manager Mauricio Pochettino is a big fan of the 24-year-old.
    Romano told his YouTube show Here we Go: “There is a fixed amount into the contract of Alexis Mac Allister at Brighton.
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    “We could say that this is working like a release clause. Yes, there is an exit clause for Alexis Mac Allister to leave Brighton.
    “Formally, it’s something that Alexis Mac Allister’s camp and Brighton decided when he signed a new contract months ago.
    ” In that moment they decided the fixed amount for Alexis Mac Allister to leave the club in the summer and to leave the club in June. So early in the window.
    “This is why Liverpool want to be fast, the agreement on personal terms is 90 per cent done.
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    “So Alexis Mac Allister is really really close to Liverpool but this clause is also helpful on club side.
    “Liverpool need now to complete the agreement on these details and then in that moment will be able to complete the deal.
    “But they know it is crucial to reach a full agreement with the player also on the final details to avoid any potential competition from other clubs with Mauricio Pochettino a big fan of Mac Allister.” More

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    Man Utd and Liverpool join Arsenal in Marc Guehi transfer battle but price-tag could scupper summer move

    MANCHESTER UNITED and Liverpool have reportedly joined Arsenal in the race to sign Marc Guehi.The Crystal Palace centre-back is hot property as we hurtle towards the summer transfer window.
    Marc Guehi joined Crystal Palace from Chelsea for around £18million in 2021
    According to the Mail Online both Man Utd and Liverpool are keen on joining the Gunners in their pursuit of the Englishman.
    It is reported that Palace value the 22-year-old at £50million, which could put him out of reach for Liverpool who will focus their budget on improving their midfield.
    Guehi is also said to be attracting interest from Arsenal’s North London neighbours Tottenham.
    He has featured in all but one of Crystal Palace’s league games this season and has helped them keep nine clean sheets in the process.
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    The young defender has already been capped three times for the England senior team and will be hoping to be part of Gareth Southgate’s upcoming squad announcement on Thursday.
    It has been reported that Palace will not decide the future of any of their players before they have a new manager in place, so those interested in the former Chelsea man will have to wait.
    It is unknown who will be in charge at Selhurst Park for the start of next season after Patrick Vieira was replaced by Roy Hodgson on a temporary basis.
    Guehi’s current contract isn’t due to expire until 2026 so the Eagles will be in no rush to make a decision.
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    Manchester United could be interested in bringing in Guehi, who joined Palace for around £18m from Cheslea in 2021, in the hopes of signing a long-term partner for Lisandro Martinez.
    The Red Devils currently have both Harry Maguire and Raphael Varane, who are over the age of 30.
    Any potential takeover at Old Trafford could also make for an even bigger transfer kitty. More

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    Chelsea ‘could pinch Alexis Mac Allister from under Liverpool’s nose with Mauricio Pochettino a big fan of compatriot’

    CHELSEA could hijack Liverpool’s attempt to sign Alexis Mac Allister this summer, according to reports.Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is eager to bolster his midfield before the 2023-24 campaign kicks off.
    Liverpool want to sign Mac Allister from BrightonCredit: Getty
    And World Cup winner Mac Allister has emerged as his top target.
    According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, the Reds have already opened talks with the Brighton midfielder.
    Personal terms are “almost agreed” but the deal is yet to be confirmed.
    However, Romano also reports that Chelsea could swoop in to hijack a potential agreement.
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    Mauricio Pochettino, who is set to become the new permanent manager at Stamford Bridge, is understood to be a huge admirer of Mac Allister.
    Manchester City, Manchester United and Arsenal have also expressed an interest in signing the Argentina international.
    Brighton reportedly value him at around £70million, but the Seagulls could receive much more should a bidding war take place.
    Liverpool are also keen on the prospect of signing Chelsea star Mason Mount and Wolves ace Matheus Nunes.
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    But Klopp has made it clear that the Reds will look to strengthen in all areas of the pitch, not just the midfield.
    In a press conference on Friday, the 55-year-old said: “We look in all departments apart from goalkeeper at the moment.
    “Yes, if there is a good one (defender) out there, I would not deny it. That’s all. We look at all areas of the pitch, definitely.” More

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    Liverpool boss Klopp reveals summer transfer plans with three big-name Premier League stars linked with Anfield move

    JURGEN KLOPP has revealed that Liverpool will look to sign several players when the summer transfer window opens.The Reds are set to bid farewell to James Milner, Roberto Firmino, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita at the end of the season.
    Klopp has revealed that Liverpool will look to strengthen in several areas this summerCredit: Getty
    And club officials have already compiled a list of potential replacements.
    According to The Daily Mail, midfielders Alexis Mac Allister, Mason Mount and Matheus Nunes have all emerged as top transfer targets.
    However, Klopp has revealed that the club will look to strengthen in all areas of the pitch this summer.
    In a press conference on Friday, the 55-year-old said: “We look in all departments apart from goalkeeper at the moment.
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    “Yes, if there is a good one (defender) out there, I would not deny it. That’s all. We look at all areas of the pitch, definitely.”
    Liverpool are also expected to bring in a new Sporting Director to oversee transfer activity.
    Former goalkeeper Jorg Schmadtke has been heavily linked with the job, but club officials are yet to confirm his appointment.
    When questioned about the potential arrival of Schmadtke, Klopp added: “I cannot speak about that.
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    “But if it happens, it would not be a Jurgen Klopp signing because we are both German or both know each other. That would have nothing to do with it. I can say that.
    “Jorg Schmadtke I have known a long, long time. He knows me probably not as long as I know him, because he was a much better player. But we started in a similar moment our second career, I became a coach at Mainz and he became sporting director at Aachen.
    “Two teams of similar status, so from there we know each other a little bit. I know he is a good guy and a smart guy. Very good at what he did in Germany, definitely, very successful.
    “His character is good, his personality is good, his humour is good. I know that from a few moments next to the pitch.
    “We could talk about (former Borussia Dortmund Sporting Director) Michael Zorc. Similar age group, similar situation, just a bit longer in retirement I know him much better. There are some good sporting directors in Germany you wouldn’t believe!”
    Liverpool are set to host Aston Villa at Anfield on Saturday afternoon.
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    Liverpool confirm FOUR stars will leave in summer transfer window after playing nearly a THOUSAND times combined

    LIVERPOOL have announced that Roberto Firmino, James Milner, Naby Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will all leave the club this summer.The Reds quartet have played nearly 1,000 times combined during their respective Anfield careers.
    Roberto Firmino is a fan favourite at AnfieldCredit: EPA
    James Milner is set to leave the Reds after eight yearsCredit: AFP
    In a statement posted to their official website, Liverpool gushed over their contributions to the club.
    It concluded: “With the visit of Aston Villa on Saturday being the Reds’ final home fixture of the campaign, special acknowledgements will be paid to the quartet at Anfield, with further tributes to follow across the club’s digital platforms after the end of the season as we wish Roberto, Naby, James, Alex and their families the very best for the future.
    “All four players will depart with our gratitude and appreciation for the contribution they have made.”
    Firmino, 31, will leave Anfield a cult hero, having made 360 appearances for the Reds.
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    The Brazilian joined under Brendan Rodgers in 2015, going on to score 109 times for the club while helping them to the Premier League title, Champions League, an FA Cup and League Cup.
    While no move has yet been confirmed, Firmino has been linked with a switch to Barcelona.
    Milner, meanwhile, has played 330 time for the Reds since joining on a free transfer from Manchester City in 2015.
    The 37-year-old is expected to join Brighton this summer.
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    Keita arrived as a much heralded £48million signing from RB Leipzig in 2018.
    He struggled to ever hit the heights at Anfield and has endured an injury-plagued final campaign at Liverpool – playing just 13 times in all competitions.
    Despite his lack of action, the 28-year-old has attracted interest from former club RB Leipzig, as well as Borussia Dortmund.
    Oxlade-Chamberlain, meanwhile, has become something of a forgotten man at Liverpool.
    The former Arsenal ace has suffered terrible bad luck with injuries down the years – managing just 146 Reds appearances in six years.
    Despite his injury woes, Oxlade-Chamberlain was linked with Brighton, Aston Vill and Newcastle earlier this year.
    Naby Keita is set to leave Anfield this summerCredit: Alamy
    Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has suffered with plenty of injury issues since joining the RedsCredit: AP More