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    Safe standing to be implemented across Premier League and EFL this season to clubs who want it including Man Utd

    SAFE standing is to be rolled out at eligible and willing Premier League and Championship clubs next season.The Government has given the green light after being impressed by last term’s trial at Cardiff, Chelsea, Spurs and both Manchester giants.
    Chelsea successfully trialed a safe-standing area at Stamford Bridge last seasonCredit: Getty
    Brentford, QPR and Wolves will introduce it soon, with Wembley Stadium also planning to offer it for domestic matches later in the campaign.
    Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries said: “We are not reintroducing terraces and only clubs which meet strict safety criteria will be permitted.
    “Thanks to a robust trial, thorough evidence and modern engineering, we are now ready to allow standing once again in our grounds.”
    Participating clubs will need enhanced use of CCTV, improved steward training and fans being strictly limited to “one person, one space”.
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    They are also required to engage with fans as part of their application process.
    A report on last season’s trial concluded: “The installation of barriers or rails in areas of persistent standing in seated areas has delivered a positive impact on spectator safety and improved fans’ matchday experience in both home and away sections.”
    It recommended clubs should be given the chance to implement licensed standing areas “as soon as possible”.
    Designated standing areas had not been seen at top-flight grounds since the adoption of all-seater stadia in the early 1990s.
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    That was a recommendation of the Taylor Report following the Hillsborough disaster in 1989 when 97 fans died in a crush.
    Many supporters have continued to stand in seated areas since, particularly behind goals, despite regular local authority and police warnings that it is dangerous.
    Sports minister Nigel Huddleston added: “Fans have long campaigned for its introduction and we have worked carefully with supporters groups, including the families affected by the tragic Hillsborough football disaster.” More

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    ‘He’s not world class’ – Man Utd fans should be ‘underwhelmed’ by Christian Eriksen transfer, claims Danny Murphy

    MANCHESTER UNITED fans should be underwhelmed by the transfer of Christian Eriksen.That is according to former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy.
    Eriksen has verbally agreed to join United but Murphy reckons fans shouldn’t get too excitedCredit: Getty
    Eriksen, 30, has verbally agreed to join Manchester United as a free agent.
    But Murphy told talkSPORT that the Danish international is “not world class” and won’t even make the starting XI.
    The 45-year-old pundit said: “World class? Eriksen? No. No, no, no, no.
    “He is a welcome addition to any squad because he is experienced and has quality.
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    “But when you’re looking at the big games when United are competing against Liverpool, City and Chelsea, is he going to play in that first XI? No, is the answer.
    “He could change a game, yes, that’s fair. He could come off the bench and change a game but is he going to bring United closer to Liverpool and City? Nowhere near it.
    “This is Man Utd. Is he better than Fernandes? No. Is he going to be playing in the first XI? No.
    “Is he a welcome addition and good squad player? Yes. Should I be happy as a United fan? No.
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    “Would I be excited as a United fan? I’d be a bit underwhelmed by it.”
    Eriksen impressed after going to Brentford on loan in January, which has now sparked interest from a number of clubs this summer.
    SunSport understands the playmaker has now made the decision to join the Red Devils.
    Eriksen is said to have informed United of his desire to join the club, with the midfielder now set for a medical.
    He is set to pen a three-year deal at Old Trafford.
    Murphy admitted he was keen on Eriksen’s game but insisted he won’t push Fernandes out the team.

    He added: “I really like Eriksen, I’ve always admired him in terms of his creativity and the way he plays his football.
    “He tries things, he’s good at set-plays, two good feet but would it excite me if I was a United fan?
    “He’s going to be a squad player, isn’t he?
    “He’s not going to play instead of Bruno Fernandes.” More

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    Chelsea ‘considering shock Cristiano Ronaldo transfer after holding further talks with Man Utd star’s agent’

    CHELSEA are still weighing up a move for Cristiano Ronaldo, according to reports.Several clubs are said to be interested in the superstar and have been on high alert following Ronaldo’s revelation that he wants to leave.
    Chelsea are considering a bid for wantaway Cristiano RonaldoCredit: Getty
    Chelsea are believed to be at the front of the queue to sign him and are now considering a bid, report The Athletic.
    Owner Todd Boehly first made contact with Ronaldo’s agent Jorge Mendes last month but talks have reportedly continued since.
    And according to the Independent Ronaldo is willing to accept a sizeable wage cut to push for a move as he is desperate to continue playing Champions League football.
    But before making a move for CR7 Boehly will first make sure he has the blessing of Thomas Tuchel.
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    United are thought to be unwilling to let Ronaldo leave but the Blues will continue to monitor his situation in case that stance changes.
    Napoli have also emerged as a potential destination for the Portuguese after he informed United of his wish to leave.
    Roma, Bayern Munich and former club Sporting Lisbon are reportedly interested too but Chelsea appear to be the frontrunners.
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    Man Utd and Chelsea lead Jude Bellingham transfer battle with FIVE European giants circling for Dortmund sensation

    MANCHESTER UNITED and Chelsea are reportedly leading the chase ahead of three European rivals to sign Jude Bellingham.The 19-year-old has become one of the hottest commodities on the continent since his arrival at Borussia Dortmund in 2020 from Birmingham City.
    Man Utd and Chelsea are reportedly leading the chase to sign Jude BellinghamCredit: Getty
    England midfielder Bellingham remains under contract with the Bundesliga club until 2025.
    And that means that Dortmund are under no pressure to sell the teen star.
    However, we reported last week that Dortmund have slapped a minimum transfer fee of £103million on Bellingham’s head for next summer.
    Now Mundo Deportivo are claiming that five powerhouse clubs are circling to swoop for the starlet.
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    And it appears that United and Chelsea are at the front of the race to secure his services.
    But they will face fierce competition from La Liga giants Real Madrid.
    The Champions League holders are looking for a long-term replacement for veteran duo Luka Modric and Toni Kroos and have allegedly been watching Bellingham since days at Birmingham.
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    Bellingham could also have the option of staying in Germany.
    This latest report claims that Bayern Munich are keen to add him to their ranks.
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    CHELSEA have reportedly been offered the opportunity to sign BOTH Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar.And the Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain superstars are allegedly “open” to a sensational move to Stamford Bridge.
    Cristiano Ronaldo is one of two superstars that have allegedly been offered to ChelseaCredit: Getty
    PSG forward Neymar is also said to be ‘open’ to joining the BluesCredit: Getty
    Ronaldo rocked the Red Devils at the weekend after he allegedly informed them that he wanted to leave should they receive a suitable offer for him.
    The 37-year-old legend, who has been granted extra time off from pre-season, is frustrated over United’s lack of transfer activity this summer.
    And he is desperate to fight for trophies and play in the Champions League – a competition that the club have failed to qualify for this season.
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    Now the Evening Standard has claimed that the star duo have been offered to Chelsea after intermediaries allegedly approached new Blues co-owner Todd Boehly to try to coax him into a sensational transfer swoop.
    They state that Ronaldo’s agent, Jorge Mendes, “has already met Boehly” to discuss the prospect of the icon joining as well as possible “as well as offering his services to move other players” to Chelsea.
    Neymar’s representatives are also believed to have been in touch with the West London outfit’s chief too – although the South American’s £606,000-a-week wages could prove to be a major stumbling block.
    Whether or not boss Thomas Tuchel would be keen to bring in the big-name pair remains to be seen as he pushes ahead with his other transfer business.
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    His confidence is growing that Raheem Sterling will seal a £45m move from Manchester City prior to his squad flying out to America on Saturday for a pre-season tour.
    He looks like he has lost out on bringing Leeds United’s Raphinha to the Bridge after the Brazilian told Barcelona that he is willing to wait for them to make their move.
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    Man Utd fans are all saying the same thing as Erik ten Hag closes in on Malacia and De Jong as first two transfers

    MANCHESTER UNITED fans have slammed their “lazy” scouting system with new boss Erik ten Hag familiar with all of his top targets from his time at Ajax.The Red Devils are closing in on their first two signings in the Ten Hag era in Tyrell Malacia and Christian Eriksen.
    Ten Hag is targeting players he is personally familiar withCredit: Getty
    Malacia will be Ten Hag’s first signing of the summer from FeyenoordCredit: Rex
    Ten Hag’s former player De Jong looks likely to move to Old TraffordCredit: Rex
    Former Ajax ace Eriksen, who trained with the club under Ten Hag’s tenure last season, has agreed terms with UnitedCredit: Getty
    Malacia, 22, arrived at Carrington to complete his medical ahead of a £13million move away from Feyenoord.
    Ten Hag was reportedly interested in signing Malacia at Ajax but opted against it due to the two clubs’ rivalry.
    Free agent Eriksen has also agreed to a move to Old Trafford this summer.
    The Dane played for Ajax between 2009 and 2013.
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    Eriksen trained with Ajax last season when he was regaining his fitness following his collapse at Euro 2020.
    Another summer signing could be Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong.
    United have agreed a £56.2million fee with Barca, with Ten Hag convincing De Jong to make the move.
    Ten Hag worked with De Jong at Ajax before his big money switch to Barca in 2019.
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    A further list of linked transfer targets include Lisandro Martinez, Jurrien Timber and Antony.
    All worked with the new United boss at Ajax last season, helping the club lift a 36th Eredivisie title.
    And with Ten Hag targeting familiar faces, United’s scouting department has come under fire, being branded “lazy”.
    In terms of transfers, United are now operating how they used to under legendary boss Sir Alex Ferguson following the departures of senior scouts and Ed Woodward.
    The Scot and executives would go through a “wish list”.
    One fan fumed: “Honestly I have followed this transfer saga of Frenkie de jong and I sincerely believe that the people in charge of the scouting at Man Utd are very lazy people.
    “There are many other players who can play in his position especially when it’s clear he doesn’t want to leave [Barca].”
    Another said: “Pau Torres is a good fit.
    “But Man Utd don’t have a good scouting team, they only follow what Ten Hag says. Don’t expect much changes in coming years.”
    It has also left fans wondering what it’ll mean for the next manager SHOULD Ten Hag fail at Old Trafford.
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    A United fan tweeted: “Ten Hag buying just his ex players at Ajax and players he knows well in the Dutch league speaks a lot about Man Utd’s scouting team.
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    Christian Eriksen AGREES three-year Man Utd deal, Malacia at training ground, Cristiano Ronaldo absent – transfer latest

    MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly set to announce the signing of Dutch star Tyrell Malaica TODAY.The Feyernood ace has been spotted arriving at United’s training ground this morning as he undergoes the second part of his medical.
    And another Man Utd signing may not be far behind with Christian Eriksen reportedly agreeing a three-year deal.
    Meanwhile Cristiano Ronaldo has delayed his return to United training for personal reasons SunSport can exclusively reveal.
    Ronaldo, 37, has plans to QUIT Man United, but the Old Trafford chiefs are standing firm that the Portuguese star is going nowhere and is not for sale.
    And Frenkie de Jong has sent United fans into a frenzy having liked a post from the clubs Instagram.

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    ‘Not world class’
    Manchester United fans should be underwhelmed by the signing of Christian Eriksen, according to Liverpool hero Danny Murphy.
    Murphy told talkSPORT: “World class? Eriksen? No. No, no, no, no. He is a welcome addition to any squad because he is experienced and has quality.
    “But when you’re looking at the big games when United are competing against Liverpool, [Manchester] City and Chelsea, is he going to play in that first XI? No, is the answer.
    “He could change a game, yes, that’s fair. He could come off the bench and change a game but is he going to bring United closer to Liverpool and City? Nowhere near it.
    “This is Man Utd. Is he better than [Bruno] Fernandes? No. Is he going to be playing in the first XI? No.
    “Is he a welcome addition and good squad player? Yes. Should I be happy as a United fan? No. Would I be excited as a United fan? I’d be a bit underwhelmed by it”
    Martinez transfer boost
    Manchester United are confident of beating Arsenal to signing Lisandro Martinez after meeting with the Ajax hierarchy.
    United have tabled a fee just shy of £40million for Martinez.
    The Dutch champs’ new director of football Klaas-Jan Huntelaar travelled to London on Saturday to meet with United representatives, according to the Mirror.
    And after talks with Huntelaar, the Red Devils are said to be confident of beating the Gunners in the transfer race to sign the centre-back.
    The Manchester giants are said to have lodged a bid worth an initial £35.3m, with an extra £4.3m available in add-ons.
    The total package works out at £39.6m, with the Amsterdam outfit understood to value the Argentina international at £43m
    Cristiano Ronaldo absence
    Manchester United superstar Cristian Ronaldo has DELAYED his return to training due to family reasons.
    Ronaldo has sensationally told United he wants to leave in order to play Champions League football.
    The five-time Ballon d’Or winner was set to hold showdown talks with manager Erik ten Hag today in what was scheduled to be his first day back at the club after a summer break.
    But SunSport understands the star forward will now not attend practice today due to family reasons, and the Red Devils have accepted his explanation.
    The Portugal captain is due to spend a few days at United’s HQ before jetting off on a 16-day tour of Thailand and Australia on Friday with the rest of the squad
    Malacia at Carrington
    Tyrell Malacia has been spotted at Manchester United’s training ground in Carrington.
    Malacia has been photographed arriving in a car ahead of his proposed move to United.
    The left-back is set to become new manager Erik ten Hag’s first signing for £13million from Feyenoord.
    The Netherlands international will provide competition for Luke Shaw down the left
    Christian Eriksen reminder
    Christian Eriksen has verbally agreed to join Manchester United in the summer.
    SunSport understands Eriksen has decided to join United after snubbing Brentford, where he spent the last six months.
    The attacking midfielder is set to pen a three-year deal at Old Trafford and will undergo a medical.
    The Denmark international will become the Red Devils’ first signing of the summer
    Credit: GETTY IMAGES
    Maguire on holiday
    Harry Maguire is now back in training but photos have been released of him and his wife Fern while on holiday in the Amalfi coast.
    The couple got married in the South of France at the end of June.
    You can see all the snaps here.
    United fans slam “lazy” scouting
    United supporters have criticised the club’s scouting as they near the signings of Christian Eriksen and Tyrell Malacia.
    The unhappy fans claim the scouting system is “lazy” as the club are only interested in targets with Ajax connections or that Ten Hag tried to sign at Ajax.
    A fan said: “They only follow what Ten Hag says, don’t expect much change in the coming years.”
    Mendes meets with Boehly over Ronaldo move
    Cristiano Ronaldo’s agent Jorge Mendes has met with Chelsea’s new owner Todd Boehly, according to reports.
    The pair supposedly met due to Ronaldo wanting out of Old Trafford.
    Sunday World say that Boehly ‘made it clear’ during his meeting with Mendes that Chelsea could be an option for Ronaldo.
    Bergwijn declined Man Utd
    Tottenham winger Steven Bergwijn rejected offers from two Premier League clubs in order to secure a dream move to Ajax, according to reports.
    According to Dutch outlet De Telegraaf, Manchester United and Everton were willing to pay up to £35m for the Netherlands star.
    But the player had his heart set on Ajax.
    Credit: Getty
    Eriksen agrees to United move
    Christian Eriksen has verbally agreed to join Man Utd, snubbing Brentford.
    The Bees had been hopeful of convincing Eriksen to stay in West London and had offered him a new deal.
    But SunSport understands the Danish international has now made the decision to join Manchester United.
    He is set to pen a three-year deal at Old Trafford.
    Eriksen is said to have informed United of his desire to join the club, with the midfielder now set for a medical.
    Chelsea and Man Utd want Mitchell
    Both Chelsea and Manchester United are interested in bringing transfer specialist Paul Mitchell to the club.
    Mitchell is currently at Monaco, having previously worked at Spurs and Southampton bringing in many top talents.
    The Daily Mirror claim he is open to a move back to England.
    United stars arrive for training
    The likes of Bruno Fernandes, Raphael Varane and Harry Maguire have all been pictured arriving at training for their first session with Erik ten Hag.
    Cristiano Ronaldo was absent.
    You can see all the snaps – here.
    Brown on captain Maguire
    Speaking to the Express, Wes Brown has had his say on Harry Maguire being captain of Man Utd despite receiving much criticism last season.
    There have been rumours Maguire could lose the armband next season.
    Brown said: “The captaincy to me, obviously it’s a big deal but you just get on with it.
    “For instance, if he got it taken off him, he’ll be disappointed. Ultimately, he’ll want to show everybody he can do it.
    “There were a lot of players who had a bad season last season. But, as the captain, you will take a lot of stick and I think he understands that.”
    House War
    Potential Manchester rivals Erling Haaland and Frenkie de Jong are reportedly fighting off the pitch as they look to rent Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s mansion.
    The Daily Mirror report that both players have their people looking at the property.
    The house is worth a rumoured £3.5million.
    Rangnick wanted to sell Ronaldo
    Ex-United boss Ralf Rangnick allegedly told Manchester United that they had to sell Cristiano Ronaldo back in January, according to reports.
    The Athletic state: “On more than one occasion Rangnick proposed to football director John Murtough and chief executive officer Richard Arnold that Ronaldo be sold, and replaced, during the January transfer window. 
    “Rangnick felt that as Ronaldo’s time at United was uncertain beyond the end of the season, it made sense to act sooner rather than later to reconfigure the side’s attack.”
    Read more of the allegations here.
    Ronaldo update
    Cristiano Ronaldo is due to spend a few days at United’s HQ before jetting off on a 16 day tour of Thailand and Australia on Friday with the Man Utd squad.
    Crisis talks were set to be held amid claims he wants to leave.
    But family reasons means he will not be back in training like his teammates today.
    Wrexham make cheeky Ronaldo offer
    Wrexham’s Hollywood co-owner Rob McElhenney has hilariously suggested his club could lodge an offer for Cristiano Ronaldo.
    The Manchester United star has sensationally confirmed he wants to leave after just one year back at Old Trafford.
    Reacting to a social media post about Ronaldo wanting to leave United if a suitable offer was lodged, McElhenney jokingly wrote: “Define suitable.”
    Malacia spotted at Carrington
    One man who is at the training ground today if Dutch left-back Tyrell Malacia.
    He has been photographed arriving in a car ahead of his proposed move to the club.
    He is set to become Erik ten Hag’s first signing for £13million from Feyenoord.
    Ronaldo return delayed
    Cristian Ronaldo has DELAYED his return to Manchester United training due to family reasons.
    The 37-year-old has sensationally told the club he wants to leave in order to play Champions League football.
    He was set to hold showdown talks with Erik ten Hag today in what was scheduled to be his first day back at the club after a summer break.
    But SunSport understands Ronaldo will now not attend training today due to family reasons, and United have accepted his explanation.
    Credit: Getty
    Martinez’s ‘gentlemen’s agreement’
    Ajax star Lisandro Martinez reportedly has a gentlemen’s agreement with the club that allows him to leave if a substantial offer comes in for him.
    The agreement was made when he signed a new contract at the Eredivisie giants in October.
    The Daily Mail report that a £43million bid may be needed to sign the Argentine.
    Man Utd and Arsenal are the two front runners.
    De Jong pictured
    Man Utd target Frenkie de Jong has been snapped on holiday in Ibiza enjoying dinner.
    He was apparently joined in a restaurant by some of his Netherlands teammates.
    Gerard Romero shared the image of the Barca ace on his social media.
    Domino Effect?
    Man City star Bernardo Silva is reportedly on the verge of joining Barcelona and the deal would allow for Frenkie de Jong to sign for Manchester United.
    SPORT report that the Portuguese midfielder has already said “yes” to a move to the LaLiga giants.
    De Jong could then be allowed to reunite with ex-manager Erik ten Hag and move to United for a rumoured £56million.
    Good morning Man Utd fans
    Manchester United wantaway star Cristiano Ronaldo has been ordered by the club he must report back for pre-season this week.
    Ronaldo has informed United of his desire to depart this summer after citing his wish to play Champions League football.
    But according to the Mirror, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner has been told by the Red Devils he must report back to Carrington imminently.
    The report states that the star forward has been alerted that he has to be on the plane on Friday for their two-and-a-half-week pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia.
    United have declined to comment about Ronaldo’s reported wish to leave the club.
    According to the Daily Mirror, the Manchester giants have refused to answer questions regarding the Portugal captain’s future.
    But United want to recoup the money they spent to sign the 37-year-old if they are to let him leave this summer, report The Times.
    The Red Devils paid Juventus £12.9million to bring Ronaldo back to Old Trafford, with add-ons potentially taking the deal to £17m.
    Napoli have entered the race to sign the him and could be willing to match United’s asking price.
    Bayern Munich could also view the Portugal international as a cheap replacement for Robert Lewandowski if the Pole is sold to Barcelona.
    Finally, United have made a breakthrough in the transfer market with Feyenoord star Tyrell Malacia set to become their first signing of the summer today.
    Malacia jetted into Manchester yesterday and went through the first stages of his medical.
    And should it all go to plan the left-back will put the finishing touches to his move – which will cost the Red Devils an initial £13m.
    The Manchester giants swooped for the Netherlands international last week just when he looked destined to link up with Lyon
    Do no Ron
    Manchester United wantaway star Cristiano Ronaldo should stay put at Old Trafford, claims former Red Devils ace Louis Saha.
    Saha told BonusCodeBets: “It could go both ways, no one can guarantee anything apart from Cristiano. He’s the only one to answer that.
    “It wouldn’t be the right move for Man United to let him go because he’s such a big asset.
    “I can definitely see him continuing to keep doing what he’s doing best, which is scoring goals and helping his club get back to where it belongs.
    “He can still play a part under [Erik] Ten Hag, not only by scoring goals, but with his stature.
    “I’m sure the new manager will want to implement some new rules and new standards that fit with Ronaldo. Maybe not so much on the pressing side, but his work ethic and his desire to always be accountable.
    “Performance-wise, Ronaldo is up there with the best, he’ll drive the players that need confidence, like [Marcus] Rashford.
    “It’s a new manager, new rules, new atmosphere and I’m very excited”
    In safe hands
    Manchester United star David de Gea is confident that fans will “love” the style of play that new boss Erik ten Hag is implementing at the club.
    De Gea claims the improvements have made the United players “excited” about the future of the club.
    The Spaniard told MUTV: “I think we are all very excited for the new season, for the new manager.
    “He plays a very good [type of] football so for sure the fans will love it”
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    Man City ANNOUNCE Kalvin Phillips, Vinicius’ Real Madrid contract, Salah’s Chelsea deal EXCLUSIVE – transfer latest

    RICHARLISON will sign for Tottenham and finally play Champions League football, after a £50million fee was agreed with Everton.PSG are willing to sell his Brazil team-mate Neymar this summer, according to reports.
    The Parisian club are said to be after a buyer for the Brazilian because he has a clause in his contract that will see it extended to 2027 on £600,000-a-week wages if they don’t sell him by NEXT Friday.
    Elsewhere, Borussia Dortmund have slapped a huge £103m asking price on teen sensation Jude Bellingham.
    Barcelona are reportedly close to signing Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich for around £43 million this summer.
    The Spanish giants have put him top of their transfer list and are doing everything they can to land their man.
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    Tottenham close in on Lenglet
    Tottenham are reportedly on the verge of clinching a loan deal for Barcelona star Clement Lenglet.
    And Di Marzio claims Lenglet has been chosen by the Spurs boss for a north London summer switch.
    Marseille were thought to be leading the race for Lenglet, who’s been capped 15 times by France.
    But Italian tactician Conte has stormed in late on.
    And Lenglet is now set to ply his trade in the Premier League as Spurs’ new left-sided centre-half.
    Fulham face Manor Solomon loss
    Fulham are facing the prospect of losing out on forward Manor Solomon with French club Nice attempting to hijack the deal.
    The Israel international has been a long term target for boss Marco Silva and is close to joining the Cottagers from Ukrainian side Shakthar Donetsk.
    Silva’s side have all but agreed a deal worth around £7million for the 22-year-old but have not yet fully completed.
    Sources close to the player believe that all aspects are ready to go on the deal and that they are just awaiting the final seal from Fulham.
    As the newly promoted side delay, however, Nice are trying to muscle in.
    The Ligue 1 side, owned by British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe, have offered a bigger fee to Shakthar and a larger wage to Solomon than that on offer from West London.
    Solomon, however, would still prefer a switch to the Premier League but is beginning to consider other options should Fulham continue to delay.
    Pickford set for new contract
    Everton are are reportedly in talks with Jordan Pickford over a new long-term deal.
    The Mail claims Pickford is now set to be rewarded with a lucrative fresh contract.
    The England No1, 28, hast two years left to run on his current deal.
    Frank Lampard is a huge fan of Pickford, who cost £30million from Sunderland in 2017.
    And he wants the stopper to commit his golden years at Goodison Park ahead of a summer rebuild.
    Ronaldo to Sporting Lisbon?
    Sporting Lisbon director of football Hugo Viana has refused to rule out Cristiano Ronaldo returning to the club.
    He told Sky Sports on a possible summer move: “Not now, I don’t think that will be possible.
    “But we never know. He can decide where he can go. But you never know the future.
    “I don’t want to talk a lot about that because when we speak about Cristiano it is quite different.
    “I think he has one more year on his contract, so whatever he decides, let’s see.”
    Brentford eye ex-United flop
    Brentford are plotting a swoop for ex-Manchester United flop Vanja Milinkovic-Savic.
    The goalkeeper moved to Old Trafford back in 2014 from Serbian club Vojvodina.
    He then suffered work permit issues that prevented him from making an appearance for the club.
    And that led to his departure from United just a year later having failed to make any impact.
    Now TuttoSport claims that Brentford are lining up a bid to give the now Torino stopper a second shot at the Premier League.
    Chelsea face Raphinha coup
    Chelsea are fighting Barcelona’s 11th-hour attempt to sign Raphinha.
    Blues owner Todd Boehly looked like he had bagged the Brazil winger after agreeing a £55million deal with Leeds.
    But having seen off interest from rivals Arsenal, Boehly now faces the threat of losing out to Barcelona.
    Raphinha’s agent Deco, who played for both Barca and Chelsea, was spotted at the Spanish giants’ offices on Wednesday in a last-ditch attempt to engineer a move.
    Richarlison to Tottenham confirmed
    Richarlison is set to undergo a medical at Tottenham TODAY after agreeing to move from Everton, according to reports.
    Spurs are still haggling with the Toffees over the final details of the deal, although a fee of around £50million and £10m in add-ons has been agreed in principle.
    Richarlison, 25, has settled on personal terms with Tottenham and is eager to make the move.
    According to The Athletic, the Brazilian’s Spurs medical will take place today with a transfer imminent.
    The forward is eager to test himself at the highest level, and will be able to play Champions League football for the first time with Spurs.
    Rangers face transfer battle
    Four Euro clubs are keen to beat Rangers to sign Antonio Colak.
    SunSport understands the PAOK striker is a target for Copenhagen, Panathinaikos, Real Mallorca and his former club Malmo as the race for the £2.5million-rated Croatian international, 28, hots up.
    But it’s understood the Light Blues remain favourites with the frontman clear Ibrox is his favoured destination if a deal can be agreed with the Greeks.
    We revealed Gers had made an improved £2m offer plus bonuses in a bid to prise Colak away from PAOK’s Dutch pre-season camp.
    But that too has been rejected with PAOK chiefs adamant about the deal matching what they paid Rijeka two years ago.
    Chelsea get De Ligt boost
    Chelsea have received a major boost in their pursuit of Matthijs de Ligt after Juventus’ CEO hinted that the star wants to leave.
    uventus chief Maurizio Arrivabene has appeared to have bolstered their hopes of landing De Ligt – saying they will be happy to do business as long as their asking price is met.
    He said: “It’s impossible to keep players when they want to leave the club – but all the three parties in the negotiations have to be satisfied.”
    Good Morning football fans. 
    Man Utd are looking to hijack Arsenal’s bid to land Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez.
    The Gunners have put in a third offer for the Argentine centre-back – after being told their previous bid of £34million was not enough.
    But United have now registered their interest to the Dutch giants and asked to be kept informed of developments.
    Erik ten Hag was planning to switch his attention to his forward line now deals for Frenkie de Jong and Tyrrell Malacia have been set up.
    However the Red Devils were concerned that the 24-year-old Martinez would be heading for North London unless they made their interest known quickly.
    Martinez has set his heart on a move to the Premier League – although the Dutch giants will demand around £43m to think about letting him leave.
    Meanwhile, Romelu Lukaku is back in Italy ahead of his return to Inter Milan and has proudly posed with a club scarf.
    The 29-year-old will link up with the San Siro outfit for a second time just a year after he re-joined Chelsea in a club-record £97.5million deal.
    But he failed to hit the heights expected of him at Stamford Bridge, with Thomas Tuchel deeming him surplus to requirements.
    And Inter have been quick to secure his services with the Serie A giants agreeing a £6.9m season-long loan deal with the Blues.
    More on Martinez
    Arsenal’s opening bid of £26m was rejected – as was their second which was £8m higher.
    Their latest offer is a similar downpayment but with more add-ons – so that may not be enough to tempt Ajax to do business.
    They are now likely to wait to see if a firm offer comes in for Lisandro Martinez from United.
    He had previously indicated he was happy to join Arsenal but the prospect of re-uniting with his former boss Ten Hag at Old Trafford may change his mind.
    It would be a blow for Mikel Arteta who has also seen Chelsea move in for another of his key targets, Raphinha, in recent days.
    Spanish giants Barcelona are also in the race for the Brazilian who is rated at around £60m by his current club Leeds.
    Meanwhile United are happy with the way their move for Malacia is progressing – despite a late bid from Lyon to turn his head back towards them.
    He is expected to move to the North West and provide competition for Luke Shaw next season.

    S-mart money
    Man Utd are looking to hijack Arsenal’s bid to land Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez.
    The Gunners have put in a third offer for the Argentine centre-back – after being told their previous bid of £34million was not enough.
    But United have now registered their interest to the Dutch giants and asked to be kept informed of developments.
    Erik ten Hag was planning to switch his attention to his forward line now deals for Frenkie de Jong and Tyrrell Malacia have been set up.
    However the Red Devils were concerned that the 24-year-old Martinez would be heading for North London unless they made their interest known quickly.
    Martinez has set his heart on a move to the Premier League – although the Dutch giants will demand around £43m to think about letting him leave.

    Everton in talks for Winks
    Everton are likely to sign Harry Winks regardless of where Richarlison‘s future lies, according to Givemesport.
    The Brazilian international is being strongly linked with a move to Tottenham, with a potential swap deal involving Winks under consideration, but Jones is confident the midfielder will end up linking up with ex-teammate Dele Alli, no matter what happens with Richarlison.
    According to Sky Sports’ Michael Bridge, Spurs and Everton are in talks over Winks, although the north Londoners are pushing for a permanent transfer, while the Toffees are seeking a loan deal with an option to buy.
    Winks has already been told to find a new club by Tottenham and has been valued at around £20m.
    Meanwhile, the same outlet state that Spurs are interested in Richarlison and Anthony Gordon, as Conte hopes to provide squad depth ahead of the club’s return to the Champions League next term.

    Koul runnings
    Kalidou Koulibaly has reportedly emerged as a potential target for Chelsea.
    It has been claimed that the Senegal international has been added to Thomas Tuchel’s shortlist in his quest to bolster his backline.
    The Blues boss is desperate for reinforcements in defence after Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen departed as free agents.
    Chelsea have been linked with a host of players, with the club reportedly having a £34million offer plus either Timo Werner or Christian Pulisic for Matthijs de Ligt rejected by Juventus.
    They are also understood to be keen on bringing Manchester City’s Nathan Ake back to Stamford Bridge.
    Meanwhile Sevilla star Jules Kounde remains of interest, however they face competition from Barcelona in the race to secure the Frenchman’s services.

    Tuchy subject
    Romelu Lukaku did not enjoy a successful return to Chelsea and part of the reason for his failure was his strained relationship with Thomas Tuchel.
    Lukaku, 29, first got on the wrong side of the German by publicly expressing his desire to return to Inter in a now infamous interview.
    In the same interview Lukaku also criticised Tuchel’s style of play, suggesting it restricted him to too few chances in front of goal.
    But Tuchel also irritated Lukaku with a jibe that poked fun at the striker’s relationship with his former manager Antonio Conte.
    According to Goal’s Nizaar Kinsella, Lukaku was left unhappy with Tuchel’s wind-up.
    Kinsella revealed: “To see him talk so highly of Inter [during the Sky Italia interview] was an insult to Chelsea fans. It broke the relationship with them.
    “And there was another incident behind the scenes that wasn’t televised or anything like that.
    “Someone told me that Lukaku and Tuchel were watching a Tottenham game and Tuchel said, ‘There’s your daddy’, about Antonio Conte.
    “It was just a joke, but apparently, it didn’t go down very well with Lukaku.”

    ICYMI
    PSG star Neymar has been informed by club chiefs he is no longer wanted at Parc des Princes, reports suggest.
    That is according to RMC Sport, who claim PSG are keen to rebuild without the star forward ahead of this coming season.
    The Brazil international has been linked with a summer exodus from Paris this summer with the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United showing interest,
    United, Chelsea and Newcastle would be the only realistic transfer options for Neymar if he does leave PSG, whom he joined for a world record £200million in 2017.
    The Premier League trio are the only clubs with the financial might to meet the Parisians and the striker’s financial demands.

    Raph news
    Raphinha’s agent was spotted at the Nou Camp less than 24 hours after Chelsea appeared to move into pole position to sign the Leeds winger.
    The west Londoners dealt a hammer blow to Arsenal’s hopes of signing the Brazilian on Tuesday by tabling a bid north of £55million for his services.
    A deal has yet to be reached and talks with the player’s agent – former Barcelona ace Deco – are set to take place later this week.
    But Barca could be poised to land the winger after Deco was spotted at the Nou Camp with club chiefs Rafa Yuste, Mateu Alemany, Enric Masip and president Joan Laporta.
    Spanish journalist Victor Navvaro captured footage of the group leaving the stadium and shared it on Twitter.

    Spurs ‘set to snag genius’
    Tottenham are set to snap up the set-piece genius who help fire Italy to Euro 2020 glory.
    Veteran coach Gianni Vio, 69, is in talks to join Antonio Conte’s backroom staff ahead of the new season as the Italian looks to improve Spurs’ threat from set pieces.
    The ex-banker-turned-deadball boffin wrote a thesis on set pieces as part of his coaching badges and claims to have more than 4,000 routines up his sleeve.
    Vio helped Roberto Mancini at Euro 2020 last year and has previously worked at AC Milan, Leeds and Brentford.
    Of the big six, only Manchester United scored fewer goals from set pieces than Spurs’ eight last season, meaning it is an area Conte is desperate to improve as they bid to bridge the gap to Manchester City and Liverpool.
    Southampton ‘sign Man City starlet’
    Southampton are on the verge of signing Man City starlet Romeo Lavia, according to reports.
    The Saints were locked in battle with Leeds for the 18-year-old’s services.
    But the Saint Mary’s outfit have emerged victorious in the transfer race, The Athletic reported.
    City wanted to keep hold of Lavia and have the option to buy him back, the report adds.
    Credit: Getty
    Dutch courage
    Everton are leading the race to sign Tottenham star Steven Bergwijn, according to reports.
    Spurs are believed to be open to selling the Netherlands international this summer amid interest from Everton and Ajax.
    Bergwijn, 24, has also admitted that he is seeking a transfer as he looks to play regular football.
    And it seems Everton have the upper hand as they are willing to offer Bergwijn more money than Ajax, report De Telegraaf.
    The Toffees are reportedly ready to match Tottenham’s asking price too, believed to be in the region of £21million.
    But Bergwijn is said to prefer a move to Ajax due to the Dutch champions being able to offer Champions League football.

    Rab race
    Adrien Rabiot wants to leave Juventus to join a Premier League club this summer.
    The Telegraph claim Rabiot wants to leave the Serie A heavyweights to join an English club playing Champions League football.
    And Juventus have agreed to his requests and will look to offload him for between £13-17million this summer.
    Betfair think Chelsea are the frontrunners at odds of 5/2.
    Three other Champions League sides in Liverpool (5/1), Manchester City (8/1) and Tottenham (10/1) are next in the betting markets.
    Italian publication Calciomercato claim Liverpool are hatching a plan to swap Adrien Rabiot and Naby Keita, who are both 27 with 12 months remaining on their current deals.
    There’s a large jump to Europa League duo Manchester United and Arsenal, who are locked together at 20/1.

    Eye of the Hag-er
    Erik Ten Hag is close to making Tyrell Malacia his first signing as Manchester United boss and he has liked the defender for some time.
    United are reportedly set to hijack Lyon’s move for the Feyenoord star in a £14m deal.
    And Ten Hag knows a lot about the left-back from his time as Ajax manager – when he first set eyes on the youngster.
    Footage has emerged from a match between Feyenoord and Ajax when Malacia certainly caught the eye.
    Ten Hag is seen saying in Dutch: “That kid at left-back is amazing.”
    He also tells his assistant Michael Reiziger to take note of Malacia, possibly with a view to signing him in the future.

    Mad for you
    Atletico Madrid are reportedly in talks with Arsenal over a transfer for Hector Bellerin.
    Bellerin, 27, spent the season on loan at Real Betis and a move back to La Liga could be on the cards.
    ElDesmarque report Atletico are “already negotiating” with the Gunners over the full-back, who has told the North London club of his desire to leave.
    Bellerin knows “first-hand” of interest from the Madrid side and it is making him rethink his future.
    He is “seduced” by the option of playing in the capital but Betis remains his preferred option after his successful 2021-22 campaign.
    The Spain international impressed for his boyhood club where he helped the Seville outfit win the Copa del Rey, as well as finishing fifth.

    Luk at that
    Inter Milan fans turned out in force to get a glimpse of the returning Romelu Lukaku.
    Lukaku arrived in Milan for a medical today after Chelsea agreed a £6.9million fee to ship the 29-year-old out on loan.
    And Lukaku grinned broadly as he waved to adoring fans from the window of the Italian Olympic Committee’s headquarters in Milan.
    The Chelsea flop waved and gave a thumbs up to the crowd who had defied a warning from Inter Ultras NOT to welcome Lukaku back to the club.
    Scorned Curva Nord fanatics urged fans not to “run and drool” after Lukaku following his return.
    Instead they claimed he will have to earn their affection back with “humility and sweat”.
    Credit: AP
    Col me maybe
    Southampton are considering a move for Chelsea youngster Levi Colwill as Ralph Hasenhuttl looks to continue his youth revolution.
    The Saints have already snapped up two young players this summer in Gavin Bazunu – a goalkeeper from Manchester City – and 20-year-old defender Armel Bella-Kotchap, who arrived from German club Vfl Bochum.
    And now Hasenhuttl wants to make another raid on Chelsea’s youth ranks.
    The south coast side took three players from Cobham last summer with Tino Livramento and Dynel Simeu joining on permanent deals as well as Armando Broja spending last season on loan.
    Now Colwill is in Southampton’s sights – with Premier League rivals Leicester City also tracking his progress.
    The defender, 19, spent last season on loan with Championship side Huddersfield, who reached the play-off final where they lost to Nottingham Forest.

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