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      Sean Dyche demands new Jordan Pickford deal as top priority as Everton look to stave off Man Utd transfer interest

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      EVERTON boss Sean Dyche wants England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford to be put on a new deal as a priority.Dyche believes Pickford, 28, must stay as No 1 at Goodison — despite interest in him and his current contract ending in 2024.
      Keeping Jordan Pickford has been deemed as a top priority by Sean DycheCredit: Getty
      The England No1 is wanted by Tottenham and Manchester UnitedCredit: Alamy
      Pickford has not been offered a rise from his £5million-a-year terms — but Dyche is keen for his money men to deliver the deal he wants.
      The Toffees will have to stay up before anything can be formalised.
      Everton boosted those hopes with a 1-0 win against Premier League leaders Arsenal last week.
      However, their next test against rivals Liverpool may prove to be too hot to handle in just Dyche’s second game in charge.
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      Positive results for Wolves and West Ham this weekend have not helped the situation either.
      Top four chasers Tottenham and Manchester United are the sides said to be interested in striking a deal for Pickford.
      Last month SunSport revealed Pickford was in a deadlock with the club in contract negotiations.
      Pickford wants a pay rise to double his £100,000-a-week wages.
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      A source told SunSport: “Jordan wants to stay at Everton.
      “He loves the place, and is settled in the area he lives. But the club is not willing to meet the wage increase he is asking for.
      “The player and his agent have asked Bill Kenwright and the board to at least meet them halfway.
      “But the club is only willing to offer him a few thousand a week more than he’s currently earning.
      “The big problem they have is, of course, the fact that relegation is looming over their heads.
      “It means they can’t be budgeting for big wage increases when they might be in the Championship in 12 months time.
      “Despite the risk of going down, Jordan is still willing to commit his future to the club now.” More

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      Arsenal and Newcastle considering ’emergency transfer’ for long-term Man Utd target after making contact

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      ARSENAL and Newcastle have emerged as frontrunners to complete a transfer for a long-term Manchester United target, according to reports.The midfielder, 27, has long been linked with a move to the Premier League, but fresh reports suggest a move could be to the Gunners or Magpies instead of the Red Devils.
      Both Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal and Eddie Howe’s Newcastle have reportedly contacted a Lazio midfielderCredit: Getty
      Sergej Milinkovic-Savic could leave this summer for up to £53millionCredit: Getty
      The star in question, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, faces an uncertain future at current club Lazio due to his contract now having less than 18 months to run.
      According to Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera via Sport Witness, Lazio are growing increasingly concerned about the possibility of losing the player for free.
      They are said to remain “confident” they can strike a deal on new terms, but there remain issues to be ironed out such as a release clause.
      This is where Arsenal and Newcastle step in.
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      Both are reportedly prepared to offer the Serbian an “emergency transfer” in the summer.

      The outlet claims both sides have been “on” Milinkovic-Savic, which would ultimately give them an advantage over long-term admirers Man Utd.
      And with an estimated asking price of £45-£53million, he is well within the price range of both.
      Mikel Arteta’s side have been searching for a new midfielder to bolster their ranks, with Declan Rice and Moises Caicedo heavily linked.
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      However, the Lazio star represents a cheaper option, while Eddie Howe has been searching for upgrades to his team as they prepare for a European campaign next season.
      Milinkovic-Savic has a wealth of experience in Europe, having played 46 times in the Europa League and Champions League. More

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      Ex-Man Utd and City stars have ‘secret’ WhatsApp group to arrange matches but get kicked out if they break strict rule

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      A HOST of former Manchester United and City stars have a regular kickabout together arranged by a “secret” Whatsapp group.However, they get booted out if they break one strict rule.
      Stephen Ireland arranges regular kickabouts for a host of former Premier league starsCredit: Bradley Ormesher
      Danny Simpson revealed he is one of players that takes partCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Premier League title winner Danny Simpson, 36, revealed he is one of the players involved in the games.
      The ex-United trainee, who won the title with Leicester in 2016, is currently a free agent after his contract expired at Bristol City last summer.
      But he continues to get his kicks with a competitive game of footy involving a number of other former top-flight players.
      He revealed to The Telegraph that regularly plays in games across Cheshire that are organised by former Manchester City, Aston Villa and Stoke ace Stephen Ireland.
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      And he is joined by the likes of Joleon Lescott, Nedum Onuoha, Danny Drinkwater, John O’Shea and Ravel Morrison.
      Simpson said: “People realised I wasn’t playing, and I think if you’re out of contract, someone will end up trying to recruit you.
      “You get kicked out if you haven’t paid your loser’s fee, though!”
      Simson added: “I miss being around the lads every day. I’ve not been quiet about that.
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      “I do miss walking out on a Saturday but mainly… well, if you’re around 20 lads every day for 20 years, that’s hard to replace. 
      “It’s one thing being fit in terms of treadmill runs, box-to-box-sprints, but then there’s being football fit.’”
      Despite enjoying his matches with his former pro colleagues, Simpson still has ambitions of getting another club and continuing his career.
      He added: “I’m not retired. If someone needs a right-back, I have to be ready.
      “Maybe that is my last hurrah.” More

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      Mason Greenwood has ‘four options’ if he leaves Man Utd after star striker was accused of rape

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      MANCHESTER United striker Mason Greenwood has four options open to him if he leaves the club after he was accused of rape.Greenwood, 21, is currently suspended by the Red Devils as it carries out an internal investigation.
      Mason Greenwood is currently suspended by United as it carries out an investigationCredit: Reuters
      Manager Erik ten Hag declined to comment on the situation at his recent press conferenceCredit: Reuters
      The Crown Prosecution Service dropped all charges against him last week, which included attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour and assault occasioning actual bodily harm.
      It confirmed the charges had been dropped due to “the withdrawal of key witnesses and new material that came to light”.
      Following the decision, the United forward said: “I am relieved this matter is now over. I would like to thank my family, loved ones and friends for their support.”
      Attention has now turned to what the future might hold for the star after he was suspended by the club since the allegations first emerged.
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      United said in a statement: “Manchester United notes the decision of the Crown Prosecution Service that all charges against Mason Greenwood have been dropped.
      “The club will now conduct its own process before determining next steps. We will not make any further comment until that process is complete.”
      Until the side completes its investigation, Greenwood will not be returning to their Carrington training ground or feature in any upcoming fixtures.
      There is no indication how long the investigation will take or what sort of outcome it may lead to.
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      The side’s manager Erik ten Hag declined to comment during his press conference on Friday, only saying: “I can’t add nothing, I refer to the statement of the club.”
      Greenwood’s current contract runs until the summer of 2025 and he last appeared for the club in January 2022.
      The speculation is though that he will look to leave Old Trafford and try to rebuild his career overseas.
      Should he make that move, it is thought he has four options open to him – going to a club in mainland Europe, joining a side in the MLS, moving to the Middle East or possibly joining a side in the Chinese Super League.
      If he opts for a Chinese club, he would have to take a significant cut to his currently salary of £75,000 a week, as salaries in China are capped at £50,000 a week.
      Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo recently moved to the Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, which made him the highest-earning footballer, netting him a reported annual salary of £173million.
      However, according to Salary Sport, the second highest earner at the club, Nordin Armabat, earns a reported £54,000 a week.
      In the MLS there are only four players who earn more than Greenwood’s current salary.
      Lorenzo Insigne, is the league’s top earner on £200,000 a week, according to MLSPlayers.org.
      Former Liverpool playmaker Xherdan Shaqiri is on £115,000 a week while ex-United striker Javier ‘Chichario’ Hernandez takes home £95,000 a week.
      Gonzalo Higuain is said to be on £80,000 a week.
      However, it is thought that MLS clubs may be unwilling to part with such a high percentage of their salary cap in order to sign him on, due to Greenwood’s current situation.
      It’s thought striker Christian Benteke’s salary of £63,000 a week may be a more realistic indication of his potential earnings.
      That level of salary indication is also likely should Greenwood chose to move to a mainland European club where wages in the continent’s top leagues are currently lagging behind those in the Premier League.
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      The news comes after it was revealed Man Utd’s women’s players don’t want Greenwood to return to the club.
      Likewise, furious female United fans have demanded that he be released from his contract.
      Greenwood is thought to have four options open to him, should he decide to leave UnitedCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd prepare to make Marcel Sabitzer loan transfer permanent but Wout Weghorst’s move in doubt

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to make Marcel Sabitzer’s loan deal a permanent transfer this summer, according to reports.Midfielder Sabitzer, 28, joined United on loan from Bayern Munich until the end of the season on deadline day.
      Wout Weghorst has scored once in seven games for Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Marcel Sabitzer has the incentive to make his loan switch permanentCredit: Rex
      He joined fellow loanee Wout Weghorst, who arrived from Burnley, and goalkeeper Jack Butland, who is on loan from Crystal Palace.
      Sabizter’s deal did not include an obligation to buy.
      However, the Austrian has allegedly been told by ESPN “there is still a chance he could earn a long-term contract” at Old Trafford.
      They state that boss Erik ten Hag “is hopeful the possibility of securing permanent moves” for both Sabitzer and Weghorst “will act as incentives” for the pair.
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      Sabitzer joined Bayern in the summer of 2021 from RB Leipzig, but has struggled to nail down a regular starting spot.
      He has made just seven league starts this season, the last of which came against Borussia Dortmund in October, before his switch to United.
      The ace is under contract at Bayern until 2025.
      Sabizter impressed on his first start for his new club in the 2-2 draw with Leeds on Wednesday.
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      And he looks set to keep his place for the Red Devils when they travel to Elland Road to take on the same opposition on Sunday.
      Meanwhile, Weghorst, 30, has featured seven times already for United since his arrival from Burnley.
      But the Dutch international has found goals hard to come by, scoring just once so far for Ten Hag’s side.
      And he looks set to be left out of the Sunday’s clash after his latest underwhelming display – which could scupper his hopes of earning a permanent contract. More

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      Man Utd plotting £20m transfer swoop for 18-year-old Belgian wonderkid who is leaving Toby Alderweireld stunned

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are keeping tabs on Belgian starlet Arthur Vermeeren, it’s been claimed.The 18-year-old midfielder has made serious waves at Royal Antwerp this season, so much so he’s caught the eye of a number of clubs.
      Manchester United are keeping tabs on Royal Antwerp midfielder Arthur VermeerenCredit: Rex
      The 18-year-old has impressed Red Devils and Newcastle scoutsCredit: REX
      High-flying Newcastle are one of the teams who have been monitoring the former Belgium Under-17 international.
      But they could face competition for his services from United, according to the Daily Mail.
      They claim the Red Devils have “posted their interest” in signing the teenager – who Antwerp have slapped a £20million price tag on.
      Their scouts are said to have been following him closely and impressed by what they have seen.
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      Vermeeren turned 18 this week and marked his birthday by inking a new deal with Antwerp.
      His new contract expires in the summer of 2026.
      Shortly after the announcement of his new deal, he wrote on Instagram: “Here to stay.”
      Antwerp boss Mark van Bommel has been thoroughly impressed by Vermeeren and reckons he deserves a call-up to the Belgium national team.
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      He said: “The whole club is very happy with Arthur. From the first training session, I knew he would do minutes.
      “He is doing well, he is playing top matches every week. His development is going well.
      “Vermeeren at the Devils? This is a question for the new national coach.
      “I think he would not be out of place. It could go quickly with him, but you shouldn’t put pressure on him.
      “I’m not saying that he has to be taken back. But it can be done.
      “So far, Arthur has adapted without problems at every stage.”

      Antwerp skipper and former Tottenham star Toby Alderweireld has also been impressed by Vermeeren.
      The defender said: “He arrived in the team by force of circumstance, but since then he has learned very quickly.
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      “He reads the game very well, his potential is enormous.
      Have I seen this before? Rarely, I think.” More

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      How much Man Utd would have to pay for 18-year-old Wayne Rooney in today’s transfer market

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      MANCHESTER UNITED made a big investment when they signed a young Wayne Rooney from Everton in 2004.The Red Devils forked out nearly £30million for the 18-year-old Everton striker, but in today’s market, he would have set the club back a considerably higher fee.
      Wayne Rooney cost Manchester United £30million in 2004Credit: PA
      Football finance expert Kieran Maguire and Jason Laws from the University of Liverpool have created an inflation calculator that can figure out the current prices of players from the past.
      Maguire has explained how the process works on Twitter, he said: “It’s based on total revenues generated by PL each season.
      “On basis that spending (either on wages or transfer fees) is linked to the ability to pay and therefore income generated by clubs, so reflects the inflation from higher ticket prices, TV deals etc.”
      And through this process, it has been suggested that with inflation Manchester United would have had to pay a massive £118m to acquire the Everton prodigy.
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      This fee would have made Rooney the most expensive teenager in the world up until 2017 when Kylian Mbappe joined PSG from Monaco.
      The French star cost the Ligue 1 giants £147m.
      However, despite the massive fee, it can be claimed that Rooney proved to be a brilliant investment for the Red Devils.
      The Englishman went on to help the club win five Premier League titles as well as one FA Cup, three League Cups, one Champions League and one Europa League Cup.
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      And he became the club’s all-time leading scorer with 253 goals, as well as providing 145 assists for his team-mates.
      Rooney admitted that he forced the move to Manchester United, despite Chelsea willing to pay more money for him.
      The striker initially wanted to stay at Everton, but insisted that if he was to leave, it would only be for Old Trafford.
      He told Tony Bellew’s BBC Podcast in 2021: “I was getting pushed to go and play for Chelsea because they offered the most money, but I said ‘you’re not dictating where I go – I want to go to Manchester United’.
      “It was lost money for Everton, but that’s where I wanted to play. I didn’t want to go to London, I didn’t want to go to Chelsea. But I got told the only way you’re going to Man Utd is if you put a transfer request in.
      “This was in Moyesy’s office. So I went into the canteen and wrote ‘I Wayne Rooney request a transfer from Everton Football Club’ on a napkin, or something! Walked back into Moyesy’s office and said ‘there you go’.
      “I felt I got backed into a corner to a certain extent, but that’s football.” More

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      Mason Greenwood speaks with Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag for the first time since attempted rape charges dropped

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      MASON Greenwood has spoken with Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag for the first time since attempted rape charges against the striker were dropped.The Dutch manager phoned Greenwood days after the Crown Prosecution Service discontinued allegations of attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour and assault. 
      Mason Greenwood has spoken to Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag for the first time since his charges were droppedCredit: AFP
      The Dutchman called Greenwood who is still unable to play for UnitedCredit: Getty
      It was the first time Ten Hag had spoken to Greenwood, 21, since taking over as United boss last summer.
      All previous contact with the club, which suspended Greenwood after his arrest in January 2022, had been through a third party.
      Earlier this month we revealed how the Crown Prosecution Service had withdrawn charges of attempted rape, actual bodily harm and coercive or controlling behaviour.
      It came after 12 witnesses, including the woman at the centre of the allegations, refused to co-operate.
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      Greenwood is still unable to play for United or train while the Red Devils  carry out an internal probe.
      But a source said: “Mason has spent a long time with very little — if any — contact from the club. As and when they were in touch, it was never direct and always through a third party. So for the manager to call him  was a big step for him and one he really appreciated.
      “The manager enquired how he was feeling physically and mentally and said he was pleased the charges had been dropped.
      “He thought it was the right thing to do to get in touch with Mason.
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      “But he was clear it will be the club rather than him which will decide if Mason can play for United again.”
      They continued: “Mason’s spirits were lifted by it. He has been at United since he was six and just wants to get back to playing football for them.
      “He is happiest with a ball at his feet and wants to get his career back on track.
      “But he knows the club has a massive decision to make.”
      Greenwood, who earns around £100,000-a-week, is still contracted to United until 2025.
      Prior to his arrest, he was valued at around £50million and regarded as one of European football’s hottest young talents.
      But Manchester United’s women’s players reportedly don’t want him to return to the club.
      According to reports in The Athletic, “the feeling is strong” amongst the team that Greenwood should be let go.
      This feeling is reportedly even shared amongst his teammates in the men’s dressing room, who are not all in favour of having him back.
      Fans are also said to be uncertain of welcoming Greenwood back to the club despite charges being dropped.
      Some have even demanded that he be released from his contract.
      He first kicked a ball competitively aged five when  dad Andrew, 53, took him to local youth club Idle Juniors FC.
      He made his debut after his sixth birthday, scoring ten goals.
      United’s academy scouts offered him a place at  their development centre in Halifax, West Yorks.
      Greenwood was pictured with Red Devils legend Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who would later become his manager, at United’s Cliff training ground.
      In 2018 then manager Jose Mourinho picked the 16-year-old for a pre-season US tour.
      A few months later he signed his first pro contract for £800 a week.
      The talented striker made his first team debut in March 2019. Prior to his arrest, Greenwood was valued at  £50million.
      He last played  on January 22, 2022 in a 1-0 Premier League win  against West Ham.
      Greenwood has made 129 appearances for United, scoring 35 goals and winning one England cap.
      Following his arrest he was dropped from a multi-million pound boot deal by Nike.
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      And EA Sports also removed him from the popular FIFA 22 video game.
      Earlier this week Nike said it had no plans to work with Greenwood while United bosses are believed to be sounding out sponsors for their views on whether he could play again. More