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      Rio Ferdinand reveals biggest sign Arsenal played like ‘champs’ against Man Utd and responds to Piers Morgan jibes

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      RIO FERDINAND believes Arsenal are champions-elect – thanks to their chilled-out response to falling behind early against Manchester United.The Old Trafford legend was awed by Mikel Arteta’s Premier League leaders showing “zero panic” in Sunday’s dramatic 3-2 win.
      Two-goal Eddie Nketiah and fellow scorer Bukayo Saka celebrate as Arsenal came from behind to lead 2-1 then pinch a 90th minute winnerCredit: Getty
      Rio Ferdinand believes Arsenal have the confidence of championsCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      The ex-England defender initially had a dig at celebrity Arsenal fan Piers Morgan, who claimed Thomas Partey would dominate the “snowflakes” in United’s midfield.
      But Ferdinand then had no problem in agreeing Arsenal could be on course for their first Prem title since 2004.
      He told Gunners fan Joel Beya on his Five Youtube channel: “You lot played like champions.
      “I was sitting there watching it with my two sons.
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      “The biggest telling factor for me was when you went one down. There was zero panic.”
      Sun columnist Piers had predicted beforehand that all-action Partey would be too strong for his Red Devils’ counterparts.
      So Ferdinand was quick to note Marcus Rashford nutmegging the Ghana hero on the way to his brilliant 17th-minute breakthrough.
      Ferdy posted a clip of the England frontman’ s cheeky skill and chilling finish along with the taunt: “Close ya legs!”
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      In a follow-on post he added: “Ps @piersmorgan I’ve been seeing ur posts!”
      But after the Gunners revived for a deserved victory, TalkTV presenter Piers had the final word: “As I said he would, Partey bullied your snowflakes into submission…”

      Piers Morgan had the last laugh on Ferdinand as Arsenal wonCredit: Dan Charity More

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      Man Utd ‘looking to HIJACK Chelsea’s Malo Gusto transfer as they make contact with Lyon defender’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are looking to hijack Chelsea’s transfer move for Lyon right-back Malo Gusto, according to reports.The 19-year-old is said to have agreed terms with the Blues and the West London club are in contact with Lyon.
      Man Utd would like to hijack Chelsea’s move for Malo GustoCredit: Getty
      Chelsea have offered the rising star a contract longer than five years and haven’t been shy with splashing the cash under owner Todd Boehly.
      Boehly has signed off on nearly £400million pounds worth of transfers since buying the club with £151m of that coming in this month alone.
      However, RMC Sport report that Man Utd are hoping to hijack Chelsea’s move for Gusto and have told the right-back to “not to rush” a decision.
      It is not clear whether United would make a late January move or hope that Gusto holds off on a mid-season switch in order to swoop in the summer.
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      The latter could be more likely if the words of director of football John Murtough are to be believed.
      Murtough said at a fans’ forum in December: “While we will be exploring options, I don’t expect it to be a busy January window.
      “January is a difficult time to find players that teams are willing to let go.
      “It’s no secret that we’re looking for a new centre-forward.
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      “We’ll see what’s possible in January but we only want to bring in players who are good enough, and who will make the squad stronger.
      “We’re not going to sign players for the sake of making signings.
      “You also need to remember that we invested over £200million in the squad last summer and, as a club, we need to remain financially disciplined and compliant with FFP rules.
      “As always, the main focus remains on the summer window, and we’re already well under way with our planning for next summer.”
      United did follow through on their pursuit of a new striker following the bitter departure of Cristiano Ronaldo.
      The Old Trafford club made a cost-effective signing by loaning Burnley striker Wout Weghorst. More

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      Newcastle ‘hold talks over Scott McTominay transfer but face battle to convince Man Utd to agree to deal’

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      NEWCASTLE have reportedly held talks with Manchester United over a shock January move for Scott McTominay.The Magpies are keen to add a midfielder to their squad to help sustain their top-four charge.
      Newcastle have held talks over a January transfer for Scott McTominayCredit: Getty
      Eddie Howe’s men sit third in the Premier League after 20 games.
      And, according to The Athletic, How thinks McTominay could help his side stay there.
      Talks over a January transfer have been held – but Man Utd are expected to turn down any formal offers.
      Toon were interested in McTominay in the summer, however a move did not materialise.
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      And summer 2023 transfer cannot be ruled out, if they don’t get him this month.
      Should McTominay join Newcastle’s exciting project, he would be a key part of Howe’s squad moving forward.

      The 26-year-old is having to settle for a squad role at Old Trafford following the big-money arrival of Casemiro from Real Madrid.
      Despite handing McTominay limited game time, manager Erik ten Hag says the Scotsman is a “great player” for the team.
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      Speaking on McTominay’s selection ahead of Sunday’s 3-2 loss to Arsenal, Ten Hag said: “I’m convinced this is the right solution, Scott can do the job, he’s a great player for our squad.
      “He’s a great player for this team and I think he’s also making a good development.
      “I had something in mind for where Fred could have played, a role like last week against City, but during the game, we can change if necessary.” More

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      Man Utd stars back in training just hours after Arsenal defeat as Erik ten Hag gets stars primed for fixture MAYHEM

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’S players shrugged aside the incredible fixture jam awaiting them to train with the intensity that Erik ten Hag demands.Jadon Sancho as well as long-term crock Axel Tuanzebe took part – ahead of four games in ten days.
      Key midfielder Casemiro was back and buzzing in training after missing Man Utd’s 3-0 defeat at Arsenal on SundayCredit: Getty
      Brandon Williams and injury-hit fellow defender Axel Tuanzebe have struggled for game-time for different reasons under Erik ten HagCredit: Getty
      Harry Maguire leads Brandon Williams, Anthony Elanga and Tyrell Malacia as the Red Devils prepare for an amazing period of fixture congestionCredit: Getty
      Facundo Pellistri, Jadon Sancho and Alejandro Garnacho go through their paces at Carrington Training GroundCredit: Getty
      In fact, United will have played ten matches in 32 days by February 26, starting with Wednesday’s Carabao Cup semi-final first leg at Nottingham Forest.
      Next come Saturday’s FA Cup home tie with Reading, the Forest return on February 1 and the Premier League visit of Crystal Palace three days later.
      Boss Ten Hag is unsure when Sancho, 22, will be back in contention following the England winger’s physical and psychological issues.
      But injury-plagued centre-back Tuanzebe, 25, did some light training two days before the first cup contest with Forest.
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      Casemiro too was a welcome sight for Ten Hag.
      The Brazilian anchorman was badly missed due to his one-game suspension as United suffered a late 3-2 loss at Arsenal on Sunday.
      That sparked fiery words from Ten Hag over the Red Devils’ lack of resilience in the closing minutes.
      The Dutchman said: “I am annoyed and I told the players if you want to win titles and medals, you have to change the mentality.
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      “We’ve already seen how the mentality of the players has changed over the last couple of months. But we have noticed that we still have a way to go to get to the top level.
      “They have to realise a game is only finished when the ref blows.”
      Just how tough United are will become much clearer by the end of next month.
      After opening with a four-game burst, they then have a double header with Leeds in the Prem on February 8 and 12, home then away.
      They visit Barcelona in the Europa League on Thursday February 16, entertain Leicester in the Prem three days later and take on Barca again on February 23.
      Finally, three afternoons later, they meet Brentford in the Prem at Old Trafford – a return of the August 13 clash where the Bees led 4-0 after 35 minutes and won by the same scoreline. More

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      Man Utd transfer target Victor Osimhen to cost club-record fee as Napoli name staggering price for striker

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could be forced to pay a club-record fee to sign Napoli star Victor Osimhen.The 24-year-old Nigerian is enjoying an incredible season with the runaway Serie A leaders, scoring 13 goals in 15 games.
      Man Utd target Victor Osimhen could cost a club-record feeCredit: Rex
      Osimhen’s fine form has attracted interest from several top sides, with Arsenal and Newcastle interested.
      Big-spenders Chelsea are also in the market for a new striker.
      And Tottenham are reportedly keeping tabs on Osimhen as a possible replacement for Bayern Munich target Harry Kane.
      However, United lead chase in England after axing Cristiano Ronaldo.
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      Erik ten Hag wants a world-class No9 to lead his line next term, with loanee Wout Weghorst reportedly seen as just a short-term option.
      But Fabrizio Romano claims United will have to pay a club-record fee to the tune of £115million.
      Romano said: “My personal opinion is that Napoli will not accept anything less than £105m/£115m.”
      Osimhen is in his third season at Napoli following a £70m switch from Lille in 2020.
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      His strikes have helped Napoli open up a 12 point lead at the top of the Italian table.
      And Luciano Spalletti’s team are even dreaming of glory in Europe, with a last-16 Champions League tie against Eintracht Frankfurt on the horizon.
      Osimhen isn’t the only Napoli star on United’s radar though.
      The Red Devils are also being linked with centre-back Kim Min-Jae, who has been a revelation in defence since joining last summer.
      But Napoli’s prize asset remains new Georgian forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who has seven goals and seven assists from the wing. More

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      Aston Villa confirm £18m Jhon Duran transfer from Chicago Fire and welcome new signing with brief statement

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      ASTON VILLA have completed the £18million signing of highly-rated young striker Jhon Duran.The 19-year-old Colombia international joins on a long-term deal from MLS side Chicago Fire.
      Jhon Duran has completed his £18m Aston Villa move from Chicago FireCredit: @AVFCOfficial
      The Colombian attracted interest from Man Utd before joining VillaCredit: Getty
      He will wear the No22 shirt after becoming Unai Emery’s second January signing following Spanish left-back Alex Moreno.
      And Villa announced Duran’s arrival in a short-but-sweet statement on Monday afternoon.
      It read: “Aston Villa is delighted to confirm Jhon Duran has completed a permanent transfer from Chicago Fire for an undisclosed fee.
      “The 19-year-old striker joins Villa having scored eight goals for the MLS side in all competitions during the 2022 season.
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      “An exciting young talent, Duran has also represented Colombia at senior level. Welcome, Jhon!”
      Duran’s official arrival comes a week after Villa announced they had agreed a deal to sign the teenager.
      New boss Emery was on the hunt for a No9 after selling Danny Ings to West Ham.
      And Duran could make his debut in Saturday’s home derby against Leicester.
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      Villa saw off interest from several of England’s top sides to secure a deal, with SunSport revealing Man United’s interest in October.
      We also told you that Liverpool were keeping tabs on Duran, who scored eight goals in 28 games for Chicago.

      And big-spenders Chelsea were also looking at him as part of their ambitious youth project under Todd Boehly.
      Duran joined Chicago Fire in 2022 after agreeing a move from Colombian side Envigado a year earlier.
      He made his senior international debut in September against Guatemala and has gone on to earn a further two caps. More

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      Man Utd ‘offered Tottenham transfer target Nicolo Zaniolo’ as Roma star nears January exit

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been offered Tottenham transfer target Nicolo Zaniolo, according to reports.The 23-year-old is up for grabs this month with Roma willing to cash in.
      Man Utd have been offered ZanioloCredit: Getty
      Premier League outfit Tottenham are keen on the Europa Conference League final match winner, but would like an initial loan move.
      However, Roma would like £35million or a loan with an obligation to buy.
      Now, according to AreaNapoli.it, Zaniolo has been offered to another one of England’s “Big Six” in Man Utd.
      United are keen on bolstering Erik ten Hag’s squad in January but want to keep spending low.
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      Wout Weghorst joined on loan from Burnley – providing a short-term solution following Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure.
      Paris Saint-Germain have also had the player proposed to them.
      However, Zaniolo’s agent has been spotted in London, which could hint that the midfielder is leaning towards a move to England.
      Zaniolo has had a rather poor campaign under Jose Mourinho in the Italian capital.
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      He has only managed to score two goals in 17 games, with just the one coming in the Serie A.
      Despite this, Mourinho believes the player is likely to stay put.
      He said on Zaniolo’s situation: “Nicolo Zaniolo has asked to leave the club — but it’s not sure that it’s gonna happen.
      “Current proposals are not enough. We only need a good proposal to let Zaniolo leave, and we’ve not received it.
      “My feeling is that in the end, he will stay.”
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      ‘The perfect solution’ – Man Utd legend Teddy Sheringham urges club to go all out for Harry Kane transfer from Tottenham

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      TEDDY SHERINGHAM reckons Harry Kane would be the “perfect solution” for Manchester United.Kane has emerged as a summer target for the Red Devils, who signed Wout Weghorst on loan this month as a stop-gap after Cristiano Ronaldo’s acrimonious exit.
      Harry Kane has been a consistent source of goals for Spurs for several years nowCredit: Alamy
      Teddy Sheringham knows all about playing for and scoring goals for Manchester United and TottenhamCredit: Getty
      England captain Kane is into the last 18 months of his Tottenham contract.
      Though the 29-year-old is open to starting talks over a new deal with the North Londoners next month.
      Sheringham left Spurs for United in 1997 aged 31 and went on to win a stack of trophies, including the Premier League three times on the bounce and the historic treble in ’99.
      The former England striker, 56, told talkSPORT: “Harry Kane would be an unbelievable acquisition for Manchester United. I think he would be the perfect solution.
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      “He’s got to make that decision. I made a big decision when I decided to leave Tottenham because I didn’t like the ambition at the time. Harry has to assess that situation himself.”
      Kane has always had a dream of winning trophies with Tottenham but is yet to achieve it, despite scoring 265 goals for the club.
      That figure is two shy of breaking Jimmy Greaves’ record and if Kane does sign a new deal with Spurs, he will surely go on to smash it by some distance.
      Kane is understood not to be in any rush to pen fresh terms.
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      But the fact that he is open to recommencing negotiations, having not had talks since August 2021 and given the uncertainty of boss Antonio Conte’s future, will come as a huge boost to the Spurs.
      Yet Sheringham now feels United under Erik ten Hag are in a better position to win silverware than Tottenham.
      It is some turnaround given Spurs finished fourth last season, 13 points ahead of United, who are now in that position this season, six ahead of Conte’s side.
      Sheringham observed: “I thought a year ago they were on an even keel. 
      Harry Kane will eventually need to make a big decision on his Tottenham futureCredit: Alamy
      “I would say out of the two at the moment, Manchester United look like they are more likely to win a trophy than Tottenham are.”
      Spurs have been on a poor run in their last ten games, losing against Manchester United, Newcastle, Liverpool, Aston Villa, Arsenal and Manchester City.
      Sheringham, who played 277 times for Spurs in two spells at the club, added: “I know that Harry Kane was very happy this time last year with Conte, was delighted that he had come in and had brought that winning mentality to the football club.
      “But things change very quickly in football and it doesn’t seem like it’s working out with Conte at Tottenham.
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      “[Kane] decided all the way along to stick with Tottenham and stay there and hope things will change around and there would be a winning mentality to match his ambition while he’s at the club.
      “If he doesn’t think that’s going to happen, then it’s a short football career and maybe he might have to move.” More