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    Tottenham join Man Utd and Arsenal in Ansu Fati transfer race after wonderkid falls down Barcelona pecking order

    TOTTENHAM have joined Manchester United and Arsenal in the bidding war for Barcelona’s out-of-favour wonderkid Ansu Fati, reports suggest.Spurs will also rival Bayern Munich for Fati, who has slipped down the pecking order at Barca shortly after being handed Lionel Messi’s legendary No10 jersey.
    Tottenham have rivalled Arsenal and Manchester United for Barcelona star Ansu FatiCredit: Rex
    The 20-year-old has struggled for minutes under manager Xavi due to inconsistent form and nagging injury setbacks.
    According to Mundo Deportivo, the winger’s struggles have led to the Blaugrana giving his agent Jorge Mendes permission to explore offers from other clubs. 
    That works as a major boost for Tottenham, United, Arsenal and Bayern ahead of the summer transfer window.
    However, the Premier League giants and reigning Bundesliga champions may have to cough up a whopping £90million for his signature.
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    Spurs will need reinforcement in attack with star man Harry Kane’s future in doubt after another trophyless season.
    Kane’s contract also runs out next year, which means the North Londoners are facing the prospect of losing him for free.
    Tottenham have also been lacking the brilliance of last season’s Premier League joint-top goalscorer Son Heung-min, while star signing Richarlison hasn’t lived up to expectations.
    United are also looking for reinforcement after losing Cristiano Ronaldo, while the Gunners want to form a frontline that will help establish them as Prem title contenders.
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    However, Fati appears keen to stay at Barcelona and prove he is worthy of a spot in the starting line-up.
    That is despite the Catalan giants’ need to raise £178m to sign new players amid their ongoing financial woes.
    The Spain international insists on his wish to prove himself even after his father Bori urged him to leave the Nou Camp due to a lack of minutes. More

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    Alexis Mac Allister set to leave Brighton in summer with Man Utd, Chelsea and Liverpool all in race to sign him

    ALEX MAC ALLISTER is reportedly set to leave Brighton at the end of the season.And the World Cup winner is being pursued by Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool as they have already approached his representatives.
    Alexis Mac Allister is expected to depart Brighton in the summerCredit: Getty
    Fabrizio Romano revealed the news on Thursday afternoon, providing a shock update regarding Mac Allister’s future.
    He tweeted: “Alexis Mac Allister, expected to leave early this summer — understand there are three clubs in the race: Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United.
    “These clubs have approached player’s camp to discuss the project. Brighton will decide price tag soon.”
    And Mac Allister’s father, Carlos, has said: “Normally, the upcoming transfer market will find him playing for another club, we don’t know which one yet as the talks are starting.
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    “It’s very likely that Alexis will be playing in another team in the summer.”
    Mac Allister, 24, joined Brighton from South American side Argentinos Juniors for £7million in 2019 on a four-and-a-half-year deal.
    That was extended by a further 12 months in October, meaning he is under contract until June 2025.
    Brighton also have the option of adding an additional year.
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    It means they are in a strong position to negotiate a hefty fee if he is sold at the end of the campaign.
    Mac Allister has registered 26 goal contributions in 101 games for the Seagulls.
    That includes 10 goals and two assists this season.
    Mac Allister also played an integral part in Argentina’s World Cup triumph, helping his country to lift the trophy for the first time since 1986.
    Following a 2-1 defeat to Saudi Arabia in their tournament opener, Mac Allister was brought into the side as Argentina won six games in a row on their way to glory in Qatar.
    His performances on the world stage brought about interest from a host of Premier League clubs including Man Utd, Chelsea and Liverpool.
    And they are now all in pursuit of the diminutive forward as he prepares to embark on a new challenge away from the South Coast. More

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    Man Utd ‘are most advanced in Randal Kolo Muani transfer race ahead of Chelsea and Tottenham’

    MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly leading the race to sign Randal Kolo Muani.The Eintracht Frankfurt star has also attracted interest from Chelsea and Tottenham.
    Manchester United are leading the race to sign Randal Kolo MuaniCredit: AFP
    Kolo Muani has excelled this season since moving to the Bundesliga outfit last summer, scoring 12 goals in 26 league games.
    He has also provided ten assists and helps with the defensive side of the game.
    The striker has also been called up to the French national side and was utilised in the World Cup in Qatar.
    This progress has seen Kolo Muani become one of the top targets this summer, with United leading the way, according to SPORT BILD.
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    The German outlet claims that the Red Devils have the most “concrete” interest in the player and have “already inquired” about him.
    Frankfurt are believed to be willing to sell the striker this summer but will be demanding a fee in the region of £88million.
    This would be a huge profit for the current Europa League champions, as they signed him for free last summer.
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    The report also suggests that Tottenham would be interested in signing Kolo Muani.
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    The North London side view him as a potential replacement for Harry Kane should the England international leave the club, possibly for United. More

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    Man Utd ready to rival Arsenal for £17.5m defender as they target Wan-Bissaka replacement

    MANCHESTER UNITED are set to go head-to-head with Arsenal over Galatasaray defender Sacha Boey. The 22-year-old is viewed as one Europe’s most promising full-backs and has been linked with a Premier League move.
    Sacha Boey’s stock is rising quickly in Europe and a big move could be on the cardsCredit: Getty
    Both United and Arsenal are believed to be in the market for a new right-back during the summer.
    And Turkish Football report that the Red Devils are prepared to elbow their rivals out the way to secure Boey.
    Newcastle are also reportedly in for the star who is valued at around £17.5m.
    Boey joined Galatasaray from Rennes in 2021 for just £1m but his value has soared after two impressive seasons out in Turkey.
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    He has been praised for his pace and crossing ability with Galatasaray six points clear at the top of the Super Lig.
    Boey plays alongside the likes of PSG loanee Mauro Icardi and former Roma star Nicolo Zaniolo at the club.
    He has also made appearances for France’s underage groups but is yet to receive a senior international call-up.
    United could have a vacancy at right-back with Aaron Wan-Bissaka repeatedly linked with moves away from Old Trafford.
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    The 25-year-old has been at Old Trafford since 2019 but is behind Diogo Dalot in the pecking order.
    Meanwhile, Arsenal are well-stocked in the full-back positions with Ben White and the versatile Takehiro Tomiyasu able to play there.
    But Boey would provide a more attacking alternative. More

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    Arsenal join Man Utd in Ryan Gravenberch transfer hunt as Mikel Arteta looks to snap up Bayern Munich midfielder

    ARSENAL are reportedly interested in signing Bayern Munich star Ryan Gravenberch.The Dutch midfielder joined the Bundesliga side last summer but has struggled to earn a regular spot in the side.
    Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Ryan GravenberchCredit: Getty
    This has piqued the interest of the Gunners, who are monitoring his situation at the club, according to Footmercato.
    Liverpool and Manchester United are also said to be interested in the Dutch international.
    The report has also suggested that Gravernberch, 20, is “annoyed” with his lack of game time.
    He had only played 15 times in the Bundesliga under manager Julian Nagelsmann and has only featured as a late substitute for new boss Thomas Tuchel.
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    Bayern paid £16.3million for the former Ajax starlet, and the report said he will ask to leave the club if he does not get more minutes.
    Mikel Arteta’s side have been linked to a host of central midfielders.
    The club have targeted Brighton’s Moises Caicedo and West Ham’s Declan Rice.
    Liverpool are also keen to add to their midfield roster this summer with Jurgen Klopp identifying the position as a priority.
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    The Reds were linked with a move for Borussia Dortmund star Jude Bellingham but appear to have been priced out of a move for him.
    This could see the club switch their attention to Gravenberch ahead of a summer move. More

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    Man Utd hold positive Axel Disasi transfer talks with 25-year-old centre-back wanted from Monaco

    MANCHESTER UNITED have had “positive talks” with Monaco defender Axel Disasi, according to reports.It is understood the Red Devils could sell club captain Harry Maguire in the summer as he seeks more game time.
    Axel Disasi, left, is being linked with a move to Manchester United this summerCredit: AFP
    Disasi’s stats in Ligue 1 so far this season
    That would leave them searching for a replacement centre-back in the transfer window.
    According to GiveMeSport, United have held promising discussions with Disasi over a potential move to Old Trafford.
    The 25-year-old has shown his versatility at Monaco by playing as both a centre-half and right-back.
    He has played 41 times for the Ligue 1 side so far this season, registering an impressive six goals and four assists.
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    His progressive passing has also caught United’s eye.
    Monaco are fighting for a Champions League place as they sit five points behind second-place Lens and three behind third-place Marseille.
    The top two in Ligue 1 qualify for the Champions League group stage, with the third-place side earning a spot in the preliminary rounds.
    But if Monaco do miss out on Europe’s elite competition, Disasi could seek a move.
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    United look set to qualify for the Champions League as they sit fourth in the Premier League, three points clear of Tottenham with a game in hand.
    Disasi’s price tag is understood to be in the region of £44million as he still has two years left on his contract.
    He also has international pedigree having already secured three caps for France. More

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    Man Utd to hold talks with Bayern Munich over permanent Marcel Sabitzer transfer with loan star wanting to stay

    MANCHESTER UNITED will hold talks with Bayern Munich over a permanent move for Marcel Sabitzer, according to reports.The Austrian arrived at Old Trafford on loan from the German giants in January.
    Marcel Sabitzer is loving life at Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
    Sabitzer has played 12 times for United, including a substitute appearance in their Carabao Cup final victory over Newcastle.
    According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the 29-year-old wants to stay at Old Trafford beyond the end of the season.
    Sabitzer is enjoying working with Erik ten Hag and is happy with the impact he’s been able to make at the Theatre of Dreams.
    But United do NOT have an option to buy in the terms of the loan deal.
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    Sabitzer’s Bayern future looked bleak under former boss Julian Nagelsmann.
    But his career with the Bundesliga champions now lies in the hands of new manager Thomas Tuchel.
    Should the ex-Chelsea boss want to keep him, Sabitzer may not be granted his permanent move to Old Trafford.
    The midfielder will still have two years remaining on his Bayern contract come the end of the season.
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    Sabitzer, 29, helped Man United win the Carabao CupCredit: Jamie McPhilimey
    He was signed in 2021 by his former RB Leipzig manager Nagelsmann, only to eventually fall out of favour.
    Speaking to Bild this week, Sabitzer was enthusiastic about his time at United.
    He said: “Of course my thoughts are on Man United, especially with the trust I get from Erik ten Hag – it’s very positive.
    “I found my place here. Now I know the Premier League and can say there’s nothing better.”
    Sabitzer has started United’s last three Prem games, and could be in action tonight as Ten Hag’s men take on Sevilla in the Europa League.
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    Man Utd told exactly how much it’ll cost to secure Jude Bellingham transfer with Liverpool out of race for Dortmund star

    MANCHESTER UNITED and Manchester City will have to pay as much as £130million to land Jude Bellingham.Liverpool have pulled out of the race to sign Borussia Dortmund’s 19-year-old superstar, but Real Madrid remain in the hunt.
    Man Utd and City are tipped to be the main Prem contenders for Jude Bellingham, with Liverpool baulking at the asking price for the England aceCredit: Getty
    Old Trafford chief Erik ten Hag could target major summer signings in midfield and attack for what he hopes will be a Champions League campaignCredit: EPA
    City are interested and United could also move if their takeover is completed in time for the summer window.
    Dortmund have not given up hope of keeping Bellingham for another season.
    But if he does decide to go, the Germans believe the £138m deal they did with Barcelona for Ousmane Dembele in 2017 is a yardstick for how much they should get for the young Englishman.
    French forward Dembele was just 20 — a few months older than Bellingham is now — when he moved to the Nou Camp for the enormous fee.
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    Any price in that region would smash the current British record, Chelsea’s £106m splurge on Enzo Fernandez in January.
    The numbers involved in the deal have forced Liverpool to back away, particularly as they are almost certain to miss out on the Champions League riches next term.
    What money they do have needs to be spent on several areas rather than blowing it all on one signing.
    City’s transfer funds will be focused on strengthening the midfield this summer, with Ilkay Gundogan expected to join Barcelona on a free transfer.
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    There is also a question mark over Bernardo Silva while talisman Kevin De Bruyne turns 32 this summer.
    City have shown in the past they are not afraid to break transfer records — splashing out what was then a British high of £100m on Jack Grealish in the summer of 2021.
    Their hopes of signing Bellingham have been boosted by Liverpool walking away but they are wary of Madrid.
    City do have a good working relationship with Dortmund, though, having signed Erling Haaland and Manuel Akanji from them last summer. More