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      There’s NO doubt Arsenal target Declan Rice will leave West Ham in big-money summer transfer says Hammers legend

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      DECLAN RICE will leave West Ham this summer – and his desire to win trophies needs to be respected, according to Tony Cottee.The Hammers are bracing themselves for an almighty transfer saga as Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United prepare bids to snap up the 24-year-old England star.
      Tony Cottee believes West Ham must respect Declan Rice’s ambition to win trophiesCredit: Getty
      Rice’s contract expires at the end of the season, with West Ham having the option to extend that by a further 12 months.
      However, many inside the East London club are resigned to the fact this will be his final campaign, with boss David Moyes hoping to bring in over £100m for his services.
      Cottee, 57, knows what it is like to leave West Ham in search of silverware, doing just that in 1988 – ending a six-year stint with his boyhood club to join Everton.
      The closest he came to lifting a trophy with the Toffees was in the 1989 FA Cup final, losing out to rivals Liverpool, before returning to West Ham in 1994.
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      And Cottee told SunSport: “It is different with the likes of Declan or myself. The reason I left the club, and I didn’t want to but I felt I had to because I wanted to go and win something.
      “When you don’t win things, it is hard, and the money side is not easy either.
      “If West Ham had a successful team that was winning things, Declan wouldn’t be leaving. There would be no reason to leave.
      “He will leave this summer. I said all along that the moment they lost to Frankfurt in the Europa League semi-final last season was the moment Declan knew he needed to leave.
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      “If they had won that and won the Europa League and got into the Champions League, why would he leave?
      “Now we are at the stage where Rice is in the prime of his career and wants to play Champions League football.
      “As long as his exit is handled correctly, and I think it will be because he is a really good lad leading in the right way, I don’t think any West Ham fan would begrudge him.” More

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      Every Premier League club’s value revealed as greedy Man Utd and Spurs owners demand MORE than their worth for takeover

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      EVERY Premier League’s club value has been revealed – as at least two major sides prepare for potential takeovers. The deadline for bids for Manchester United is set to close tomorrow as major bidders circle for control of one of the world football’s giants.
      The Glazers announced last year their willingness to sell Man UnitedCredit: AFP
      Tottenham’s Daniel Levy is the Premier League’s longest-serving chairmanCredit: Alamy
      Man United are estimated to lead the league in terms of club valuations
      Meanwhile reports yesterday suggested Tottenham were attracting the attention of Iranian-born US billionaire Jahm Najafi.
      United and Spurs are among the Premier League’s most valuable assets with the 20 clubs collectively worth tens of billions.
      The Red Devils sit top of the estimated valuation list compiled by Sportico, a sports business publication.
      They have a valuation of £4.8bn and are believed to have drummed up £583.2m in revenue in 2022.
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      But the Glazer family are believed to be looking for a £6bn fee, above the club’s reported value.
      The same appears to be the case at Tottenham with owner Joe Lewis believed to value the club between £4bn-£4.5bn.

      But Sportico claim the club is the seventh-most valuable in English football at an estimated £2.57bn, way below Lewis’ reported asking price.
      Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham follow United as English football’s most valuable clubs.
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      West Ham are the highest-ranked outside of the traditional top six, with the Hammers rated at £535m.
      At the other end of the rankings, Bournemouth are estimated to be the least valuable club at £115m with Nottingham Forest, Brentford and Brighton also among those in the lower half.
      The Premier League could be set for another big takeover after Todd Boehly’s acquisition of Chelsea last MayCredit: Alamy
      Liverpool owner John W. Henry controls the Premier League’s second most valuable clubCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal ‘join Man Utd and Chelsea in race for Denzel Dumfries transfer’ after Takehiro Tomiyasu blunder vs Man City

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      ARSENAL have reportedly joined Manchester United AND Chelsea in the race to sign Denzel Dumfries from cash-strapped Italian giants Inter Milan.United and Chelsea have previously held interest in the Dutchman, 26, who is a regular starter at the San Siro.

      During his near two-year spell at Inter, Dumfries has played 71 times, helping them win the Italian Super Cup twice and the Coppa Italia.
      Dumfries is also a regular in the Dutch national set-up, and is known to Red Devils boss Ten Hag, who would have managed teams against the right-back when he was playing his trade at PSV.
      But according to Fichajes, Arsenal have joined Man Utd and Chelsea in registering their interest in acquiring Dumfries’ services.
      Inter need to make around £53million from player sales this summer due to their dire financial situation.
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      And Dumfires could command a high fee, easing Inter’s financial fears.
      Mikel Arteta has been deploying centre-back Ben White at right-back this season, with Gabriel and William Saliba forming a solid partnership in the heart of the defence.
      Takehiro Tomiyasu is also being deployed there.
      However, the Japan star’s horrendous blunder in Wednesday’s 3-1 home defeat to Manchester City has brought him into question.
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      But Dumfries is a natural right-back, with far superior attacking capabilities.
      While at Old Trafford, Ten Hag is switching between Diogo Dalot and a resurgent Aaron Wan-Bissaka. More

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      Man Utd told Marcel Sabitzer transfer fee as Ten Hag considers making move for Bayern Munich star permanent

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      BAYERN MUNICH say Marcel Sabitzer will cost Manchester United £16million as Erik ten Hag ponders a permanent move for the loan hit.The German giants are open to selling the Austria midfielder this summer.
      Marcel Sabitzer has revealed he’s happy on loan at Old TraffordCredit: Getty
      And he’s on Ten Hag’s list of possible signings for the next transfer window after settling quickly in the Premier League.
      But the Dutchman is still keen on dream target Frenkie de Jong.
      And United are reportedly ready to join rivals like neighbours City, Liverpool and Real Madrid in a summer auction for Borussia Dortmund’s Jude Bellingham.
      But German outlet Bild say Bayern and the Red Devils would both be happy to consider Sabitzer’s loan deal becoming an end-of-season sale.
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      The 28-year-old arrived at Old Trafford in January to replace long-term injury victim Christian Eriksen.
      A minor stumbling block is the lack of an option to buy Sabitzer in his loan arrangement.
      But he’s impressed in his first spell in the Premier League.
      And that means Bayern are expected to value him at around £16m – about £3m more than they paid RB Leipzig in 2021.
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      Sabitzer himself has confirmed he’s more than happy at United.
      He said: “I like it here. I’m feeling very good here. I like the team, I like the club, the atmosphere in Old Trafford.
      “We will see what happens in the summer.
      “I had to come in quickly but I enjoy it. I like it so far. The team welcome me very well.
      “From the first moment on, I felt very good in the team – good spirit, good goals, we’re a good team. It’s fun.
      “The manager talking to me a lot, what he’s expecting from me. I try to fulfil that. I’m feeling good with him and his tactics and I like it so far.” More

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      Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag opens door to second Frenkie de Jong transfer bid this summer to build incredible midfield

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      ERIK TEN HAG has opened the door to a shock second bid for Frenkie de Jong this summer.The Manchester United boss had an offer of £56.2million accepted by Barcelona last year but the midfielder refused to move until he had settled an issue over back-dated wages and the deal collapsed.
      Frenkie de Jong is preparing to face Man Utd on Thursday but the Barcelona star could yet move to Old Trafford next summerCredit: Rex
      Ten Hag said: “Frenkie is an incredible player and for every club in the whole world he will strengthen the squad because he has a unique quality.
      “If you can get him in the squad your team will be stronger.”
      The boss added that the Dutch international would bring a flair to any side as he did for him in Ajax and now does for Barcelona.
      He said: “I think we had a team in 2019 with a lot of fascination and he brings a lot of fascination.
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      “He has developed and, in Spain, become even better.
      “He’s a fantastic player, plays out from the back, he always has time and it was a pleasure to work with him.”
      It comes after Barca chief Xavi insisted De Jong never wanted to depart last summer.
      The Spaniard said: “He was very clear with me. He wanted to stay with us and there was no doubt.
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      “He is our player and I am very happy and satisfied with his performance and leadership.”
      Ten Hag’s Red Devils face Barcelona on Thursday in the first leg of their play-off tie in the Nou Camp to get into the last 16 of the Europa League.
      And they will be without the one midfielder they DID sign in January.
      Loanee Marcel Sabitzer is ineligible as he played for parent club Bayern Munich in the Champions League group stage. More

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      How Bayern Munich could line up with Kane and Rashford as they plot stunning swoop for Tottenham and Man Utd stars

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      BAYERN MUNICH are monitoring Harry Kane and Marcus Rashford ahead of audacious transfer swoops this summer, according to reports.The England duo are two of the most-coveted stars in the Premier League.
      Bayern are after England duo Marcus Rashford and Harry KaneCredit: Getty
      Kane has bagged 17 league goals this season, while red-hot Rashford has netted 12.
      Tottenham and Manchester United will be desperate to keep hold of their respective stars, but Bayern reckon they can prise them away.
      Kane, 29, has 18 months remaining on his Spurs contract.
      The Three Lions skipper is chasing Alan Shearer’s Prem scoring record, but Bayern think they can tempt him to ditch his pursuit to move to the Bundesliga.
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      Rashford, 24, is also only under contract at United until 2024.
      German paper Bild claim that Bayern are “monitoring” Rashford’s situation, and are hoping to pounce if he becomes available.
      Julian Nagelsmann’s side lost star striker Robert Lewandowski to Barcelona last summer, and failed to adequately replace him.
      Former Stoke flop Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting has been filling the role up top, but Kane could serve as a more appropriate Lewandowski replacement.
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      How Bayern could line up next season
      Bayern deployed a 3-4-3 formation against PSG last night in the Champions League.
      But they more regularly take to the field in a 4-2-3-1 system.
      Kane up top and Rashford wide left could be joined in a star-studded attack by Leroy Sane on the right and Jamal Musiala in the No10 position.
      An all-German midfield of Leon Goretzka and Joshua Kimmich could provide an outstanding base for Bayern’s attack to thrive.
      While Dayot Upamecano and Matthijs de Ligt are a rock solid partnership at the back – with Benjamin Pavard and Alphonso Davies providing width at full-back.
      Yann Sommer arrived last month to deputise for Manuel Neuer- although Bayern’s regular No1 should be back from his broken leg suffered in a skiing accident to resume his place next season. More

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      Mystery man arrives at Man Utd’s training complex in chauffeur-driven car days before Glazers set deadline for bids

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      A MYSTERY man has been spotted arriving at Manchester United’s training ground in a chauffer-driven car. Snaps show the unknown gentleman appearing just days before the deadline for bids for the club close.
      An unknown man holding a water bottle was snapped arriving at CarringtonCredit: Zenpix
      Fans will be wondering if the mystery man has anything to do with the bidding processCredit: Zenpix
      The Glazers put the club up for sale last year and several potential bidders are believed to be interested.
      New pictures have emerged showing a man at the back of a chauffer-driven grey car arriving at Carrington today.
      The vehicle had curtains in the window and a dark-suited man clutching a water bottle visible in the back.
      His appearance may spark speculation about the takeover process with fans desperate to learn the identity of their new owners.
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      Deadline for bids closes this Friday.
      It is unclear at this stage if the mystery man is linked to the takeover but supporters will be wondering about who he is
      As many as five serious contenders are believed to be in the race to buy one of football’s biggest clubs.
      US merchant bankers Raine are overseeing the sale and are monitoring offers for the club.
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      One of the world’s biggest clubs is set to undergo huge change over the following months
      Boyhood Man Utd fan and British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe was joined in the race by a Qatari bid earlier this week.
      Ratcliffe, 70, has reportedly recruited Wall Street giants JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs to assist in his offer.
      And the Emir of Qatar is also reported as being ready to launch a huge bid for the club.
      A number of potential Saudi Arabian buyers have also reportedly expressed their interest.
      The Glazer family are believed to be looking to receive around £6bn for the 20-time English champions.
      But a fee of between £4.1bn-£4.5bn has been deemed more feasible. More

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      How Man Utd’s star man Rashford ‘nearly joined BARCELONA in 2019 with his brothers meeting club THREE TIMES’

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      MARCUS RASHFORD nearly joined Barcelona in 2019, according to reports.The Manchester United star has been ever present for the Red Devils since breaking into the first team in 2016.
      Marcus Rashford turned down an approach from Barcelona in 2019Credit: Getty
      Rashford’s brothers met with Barcelona to discuss a potential moveCredit: marcusrashford
      But four years ago his career almost took a different direction amid interest from Barcelona.
      The Spanish giants were looking for a replacement for Luis Suarez and wanted a young player they could mould into their style of play.
      They liked the look of Rashford due to his age and the fact he only had 18 months remaining on his contract, which meant he may have been affordable.
      Then Barca general manager Pep Segura approached Rashford’s agent and his brothers to sound out a potential move, according to Mundo Deportivo.
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      Three meetings took place between Barcelona and Rashford’s representatives but a transfer never came to fruition.
      Rashford was believed to have been worried about moving to such a big club when he was only 21-years-old.
      He reportedly held concerns over adapting the language, culture and playing style at Barcelona.
      Rashford decided to stay at Old Trafford and soon after renewed his contract.
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      The 25-year-old penned a four-and-a-half-year deal worth £250,000-a-week with the option of an extra year. More