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      Man Utd, Chelsea and Spurs in Pickford transfer battle with Everton goalkeeper yet to be given agreed five-year deal

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      MANCHESTER UNITED, Chelsea and Tottenham are all considering a move for Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, according to reports.The England stopper agreed a new five-year deal at Goodison Park before the World Cup.
      Jordan Pickford is wanted by Man Utd, Chelsea and TottenhamCredit: Getty
      But the 28-year-old hasn’t yet put pen to paper, which has caught the attention of the Prem trio.
      Pickford has been in impressive form for club and country this season and has just 18 months left on his current terms.
      As a result, the Daily Mail claim Champions League chasing United, Chelsea and Spurs, who are all in the market for a keeper, are hopeful of a deal.
      United have doubts over David de Gea’s future with his contract expiring at the end of the season.
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      Meanwhile, Edouard Mendy is yet to sign fresh terms and has dropped behind Kepa Arrizabalaga in the pecking order, meaning the Blues are still searching for a reliable man between the sticks.
      And Tottenham are eyeing up a long-term replacement for Hugo Lloris.
      That’s because the Frenchman has 18 months to run on his contract.
      Regardless, Frank Lampard is calm about the situation and is confident Pickford will commit his future to the club.
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      Speaking earlier this month, he said: “Jordan feels very happy being at this club.
      “I don’t want to speak for him but that’s the impression I get from him.
      ‘I feel we can match his ambitions. We’re a huge club with a huge history and big ambition and he’s a big part of that.
      “If Jordan feels like that, we can match each other’s ambitions and in terms of getting him to stay longer, I don’t see that as a problem.” More

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      Man Utd ace Anthony Elanga linked with Everton loan transfer with Toffees ‘keen admirers of Swede and Matheus Cunha’

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      EVERTON are reportedly interested in signing Manchester United forward Anthony Elanga on loan.The Toffees currently sit 17th in the Premier League, just one point above the relegation zone.
      Everton are interested in signing ElangaCredit: Getty
      Frank Lampard is understood to be eager to bolster his squad in January, but transfer funds will likely be limited due to the club’s financial issues.
      According to The Athletic, Everton are expected to look into the loan market over the next few weeks.
      Elanga is one of the club’s top targets with Lampard prioritising a new forward due to Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s persistent injury issues.
      The 20-year-old is understood to be frustrated with his current role at Old Trafford due to a lack of first team football, so a short-term loan will likely be his preferred move.
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      He has made just 14 appearances so far for the Red Devils this season and he is yet to score.
      Everton have also expressed an interest in signing Matheus Cunha, however the striker recently agreed to join Wolves on loan.
      Coventry City striker Viktor Gyokeres is another name on the transfer wishlist.
      The Swedish striker is considered a more accessible option for cash-strapped Everton with the January transfer window fast approaching.
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      Watford’s Ismaila Sarr has also been linked with a move to Goodison Park over the past few weeks.
      The winger has scored six goals in 19 appearances for the Hornets so far this season, so he could prove to be a good replacement for Richarlison.
      Everton suffered a 2-1 defeat to Wolves on Boxing Day and Lampard’s side are set to face Manchester City on New Years Eve. More

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      Man Utd lead Enzo Fernandez transfer race as star brings agent to Portugal in case Benfica’s £104m release clause is met

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are leading the race to sign Benfica and Argentina star Enzo Fernandez, according to reports.The midfielder has a £104million release clause and his representatives have supposedly arrived in Portugal ready to negotiate in case a club triggers it.
      Enzo Fernandez stood out for Argentina at the World CupCredit: Getty
      Journalist Gaston Edul reports that the Red Devils are the most likely to make a move for him in January.
      However, they face competition from Liverpool, who are second in the race, as well as Real Madrid in third.
      Fernandez impressed at the World Cup and helped fire La Albiceleste to glory, winning the Young Player of the Tournament in the process.
      Liverpool have been keeping an eye on him for some time but after his heroics in Qatar, Man Utd are now more keen and have jumped ahead of their rivals in the battle to sign him.
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      Benfica do not want to sell and look set to demand the full release clause price.
      They have only just brought him to Lisbon from River Plate in his homeland.
      And the Portuguese side could make a huge profit on him having signed Fernandez for a reported fee of between £10million and £15million.
      However, River Plate will earn 25 per cent of any transfer fee that Benfica pocket.
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      Fernandez has broke his silence on the transfer rumours, he said, via Globo: “I don’t know anything about that. 
      “It’s up to my agent, I don’t want to get involved. 
      “I’m focused on Benfica, in a few days we have an important game [against Braga].” More

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      Man Utd ‘will only LOAN players in January’ despite being desperate for striker after losing Cody Gakpo transfer race

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will only sign players on loan in January, according to reports.That’s despite Erik ten Hag desperately searching for a new striker after losing out to Liverpool for Cody Gakpo.
      Erik ten Hag will only be allowed to sign players on loan next monthCredit: Reuters
      Cristiano Ronaldo’s shock exit has left United light on options in the forward department.
      And Ten Hag was hoping to finally conclude a deal for PSV Eindhoven star Gakpo after missing out on him last summer.
      However, the forward’s fine performances for Holland at the World Cup convinced Liverpool to make a lightning-quick swoop.
      And United have to go back to the drawing board in their bid for a new No9.
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      But the Mail claims Ten Hag will have NO cash available for a permanent transfer.
      The Glazers are finally looking to sell up after years of misery at Old Trafford.
      And as a result, there are no funds for new long-term signings.
      It means Ten Hag will be reduced to scouring the loan market for players.
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      That will greatly limit the amount of stars available, with five other big names on United’s shortlist.
      Benfica’s Goncalo Ramos and Juventus’ Dusan Vlahovic would certainly command large transfer fees.
      Meanwhile, Barcelona’s Memphis Depay and Borussia Dortmund’s Youssoufa Moukoko are out of contract in the summer.
      And although available to sign pre-contract agreements, an immediate move for either would also need United to fork out a sizeable sum.
      One star thought to be on the loan list is Atletico Madrid’s Joao Felix, who is sure to interest Ten Hag.
      However, it’s reckoned the fee to cover his wages alone resembles that of a transfer fee for most players.
      And Chelsea are also in pole position for the Portugal international as they too eye a new hitman. More

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      How Liverpool shocked dawdling Man Utd and beat them to Cody Gakpo transfer despite Red Devils’ MONTHS of preparation

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      LIVERPOOL have beaten Manchester United in the race for World Cup star Cody Gakpo.And victory will taste even sweeter for Jurgen Klopp after his dawdling rivals were left shocked by Liverpool’s swiftness.
      Cody Gakpo is on his way to Liverpool after months of links with Man UtdCredit: EPA
      Speed was of the essence for Jurgen Klopp as he convinced Liverpool’s boardCredit: Rex
      Erik ten Hag has been left empty-handed after chasing Gakpo since the summerCredit: Getty
      But Klopp’s stunning £37million swoop wasn’t even being talked about before Christmas.
      Indeed, Gakpo was widely expected to link up with Erik ten Hag instead.
      His stunning performances for Holland in Qatar only served to fuel talk of an immediate switch.
      However, Gakpo is now on his way to Anfield after PSV announced an agreement.
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      And Liverpool’s focused speed was the key factor in getting a deal over the line.
      Klopp has been left with a barren squad following injuries to forwards Luis Diaz, Roberto Firmino and Diogo Jota.
      Mo Salah has at times been a shadow of the player he once was, while Darwin Nunez often makes Timo Werner look like George Best.
      According to Fabrizio Romano, Klopp begged Liverpool’s board to move swiftly for Gakpo in order to save the club’s season.
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      The Reds certainly hit the jackpot a year ago when they landed Diaz from Porto in a stunning January move.
      And Liverpool’s board happily obliged Klopp by giving the green light for a blitzkrieg bid.
      However, the Reds were also able to take advantage of United and their inaction over the past six months.
      Gakpo was known to be a target for then-new boss Ten Hag when he took charge last summer.

      However, United prioritised other deals while believing they could keep the forward on ice.
      Gakpo made no secret of his desire to complete a move to Old Trafford.

      But while Ten Hag continued to push, he was met with resistance by United chiefs.
      The Glazers are finally looking to pack up after years of misery.
      And a decision was made behind the scenes NOT to pursue permanent deals this winter.
      Even with Cristiano Ronaldo’s shock departure, it’s reckoned United will only make loan signings next month – if any at all.
      And that tardiness allowed Liverpool to pounce with immediate effect, while Gakpo was only too pleased to finally seal his Premier League switch.
      Ronaldo’s exit also raised the need for United to get an out-and-out No9, which versatile Gakpo is not.
      Alejandro Garnacho’s unexpected rise means the Red Devils are already well-stocked on the wings.
      And Marcus Rashford has come into his own this term for both club and country.
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      Ten Hag has been further boosted by the return of Anthony Martial from a long-term injury.
      But all eyes will be on Anfield in March when United visit in the league, with Gakpo surely determined to show Ten Hag what he missed out on. More

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      Al Nassr chief calls Cristiano Ronaldo transfer rumours ‘mostly LIES’ with ex-Man Utd star linked with £173m-a-year deal

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      AL NASSR president Musli Al-Muammar has played down reports linking Cristiano Ronaldo with a huge move to the Saudi Pro League.Ronaldo, 37, was released by Manchester United last month following his tell-all interview with Piers Morgan and he is yet to find a new club.
      Ronaldo has been linked with a move to Al NassrCredit: Getty
      Few European clubs have expressed an interest in signing the five-time Ballon d’Or winner, meaning he may have to seek a move further afield.
      The Saudi Pro League is currently his expected destination, with Al Nassr reportedly willing to offer him around £173million-a-year.
      However, club president Al-Muammar has downplayed the rumours.
      According to reports in Spain, the Al Nassr chief has said that the circulating reports are “mostly a lie”.
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      Despite Al-Muammar’s claims, sporting director Marcelo Salazar has refused to deny the prospect of a transfer.
      He told Flashscore: “I’m not allowed to say yes or no.
      “Let’s wait and see how things unfold until the end of the year. 
      “As you can see, this is a negotiation of enormous magnitude, not only for the club, but for the country and for world football, and which has to be conducted by higher authorities.
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      “What I can say is that Ronaldo is one of the best in football history.
      “He has always been an example for me as an athlete, for the will he shows to win. And then, as a Portuguese citizen, I was always rooting for him.”
      Ronaldo has also been linked with a return to boyhood club Sporting Lisbon. More

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      ‘I love Arsenal’ – Chelsea transfer blow as Rafael Leao reveals Gunners fandom as he confesses Premier League dream

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      CHELSEA transfer target Rafael Leao has revealed his admiration for Arsenal.Leao, 23, is one of the most sought-after young players in Europe right now, with seven goals and nine assists for AC Milan so far this season.
      Leao has expressed his admiration for ArsenalCredit: Alamy
      His impressive form has attracted interest from numerous Premier League clubs, including Chelsea and Manchester United.
      However, he recently expressed his love for Arsenal.
      In an interview with RDP Africa, Leao said: “I’ve seen a lot of games this year.
      “I like Arsenal, I think they play very well.”
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      The winger currently has 18 months remaining on his AC Milan contract, but he is yet to agree terms for a new deal.
      Chelsea are expected to submit a lucrative offer in the next few weeks worth upwards of £86million.
      Blues boss Graham Potter is understood to be eager to bolster his squad in January, with Leao the priority target.
      But, Man Utd are also interested in signing the Portuguese superstar.
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      United boss Erik ten Hag had been plotting a move for Cody Gakpo, however the Dutch winger has since agreed to join Liverpool in a shock £37m transfer.
      A statement from PSV read: “PSV and Liverpool FC have reached an agreement on the upcoming transfer of Cody Gakpo.
      “The 23-year-old attacker will immediately leave for England where he will undergo the necessary formalities to complete the transfer.
      “Both clubs are not making any announcements about the transfer fee. ‘But this is a record transfer for PSV.” More

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      Five players Man Utd could sign in January including Ramos and Felix after Liverpool hijack Cody Gakpo move

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      MANCHESTER UNITED were dealt a savage blow when Liverpool hijacked their transfer plan for Cody Gakpo.The Dutch World Cup star looked on course to join the Red Devils from PSV in January.
      Erik ten Hag is looking to add a forward to his Man Utd squadCredit: PA
      Cody Gakpo looked on course to join but is going to LiverpoolCredit: Getty
      But their rivals at Anfield swooped to agree a £37million deal for the Holland forward and steal him away from Erik ten Hag’s grasp.
      So SunSport rounds up five potential transfer targets United could land instead when the market reopens…
      Goncalo Ramos, 21, Benfica
      The Portugal striker proved he can be the heir to Cristiano Ronaldo’s throne in the national team with his World Cup heroics, in particular that hat-trick against Switzerland.
      And he may well be the heir to the throne at club level, too, as United consider another move for the Benfica man.
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      Ramos has 15 goals and six assists in 22 games for his club this season and those kind of figures could propel United into the top four.
      Goncalo Ramos proved he can fill Cristiano Ronaldo’s bootsCredit: Getty
      Joao Felix, 23, Atletico Madrid
      Another option could be Ramos’ Portugal pal Felix, who is expected to be on his way out of Atletico Madrid.
      The flexible forward has struggled to kick on under Diego Simeone and the LaLiga side could decide to cash in early in the New Year.
      However, the Red Devils face plenty of competition for Felix who has also been linked with Arsenal and now Chelsea.
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      Joao Felix is a target for a host of Premier League clubsCredit: Getty
      Youssoufa Moukoko, 18, Borussia Dortmund
      The Borussia Dortmund star burst on to the scene in 2020 and made his debut a day after his 16th birthday.
      He now has kicked on in the absence of Erling Haaland and Sebastien Haller with 11 goals in 44 Bundesliga appearances.
      Moukoko is out of contract at Dortmund at the end of the season but is also wanted by Chelsea.
      Youssoufa Moukoko’s contract at Borussia Dortmund expires in the summerCredit: Getty

      Dusan Vlahovic, 22, Juventus
      United need to sign a genuine No9 with the likes of Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial more effective playing off the flanks.
      And Vlahovic would certainly fit the bill – he is a goalscorer and a good one at that.
      His £70m move to Juventus from Fiorentina 12 months ago has not quite worked out as planned so United could pounce by giving the Serbian the chance to prove himself in the Premier League.
      Dusan Vlahovic may be ready to test himself in EnglandCredit: Getty
      Memphis Depay, 28, Barcelona
      United may have missed out on Gakpo but could make a shock return for fellow Holland ace Depay to Old Trafford be on the cards?
      Few would have envisaged his dramatic upturn when he left United in 2017 but Depay thrived at Lyon and earned his move to Barcelona.
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      But the arrivals of Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha this summer have limited his game time.
      So with a host of English clubs circling, Ten Hag may want to work with his Dutch compatriot who has unfinished business and a point to prove.
      Memphis Depay left United in 2017 but could a comeback be on the cards?Credit: Getty More