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      Chelsea line up transfer swoop for ex-Man Utd keeper Sergio Romero as they step up search for third-choice stopper

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      CHELSEA could turn to ex-Manchester United keeper Sergio Romero in their hunt for a third-choice stopper, reports say. Thomas Tuchel is searching for more reinforcements between the posts after Argentine Willy Caballero, 39, was released in the summer.
      Sergio Romero is linked with a move to ChelseaCredit: Getty
      According to The Telegraph, Caballero’s countryman Romero, also without a club, is emerging as a possibility.
      He has been at United since 2015 and largely provided backup for long-time No1 David de Gea, 30.
      But after the emergence of England’s Dean Henderson, 24, last season, Romero, 34, fell further down the pecking order.
      He was due to join Everton on loan before the start of last campaign until United blocked the move at the last minute.
      After being completely outcasted from the Old Trafford setup, Romero spent much of last season away in Argentina.
      He has since been linked with moves to Juventus, Everton again and now Chelsea.
      The Blues moved for Edouard Mendy, 29, from Rennes last summer and the Senegal international replaced Kepa Arrizabalaga, 26, as No1.
      Mendy kept 25 clean sheets in his 45 appearances, including one in the Champions League final win against Manchester City.
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      Kepa, who in 2018 became the most expensive keeper ever at £71.6m, managed just 14 games last season, six coming in the FA Cup.
      The Spaniard has been in talks to leave before but his wages of around £150,000-per-week would prove a stumbling block.
      A transfer back to Spain, initially on loan, has been mooted in the past with Mendy now established as Chelsea’s first-choice keeper.
      Chelsea have also been linked with a move for Middlesbrough’s Marcus Bettinelli, 29, and Wayne Hennessey, 34, who instead joined Burnley.
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      Man Utd ‘AGREE Raphael Varane deal in principle’ with just transfer fee left to thrash out with Real Madrid

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly agreed a deal in principle to sign Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane.The 28-year-old centre-back has been negotiating a deal with the Premier League giants in what would be one of the biggest signings of the summer.
      Man Utd are now speaking ‘directly’ to Real Madrid regarding a transfer for Raphael VaraneCredit: Getty
      According to Telefoot, all that is left is for Real and United to agree a transfer fee for the French defender.
      Man Utd are said to be offering a fee in the region of £43million but Madrid are holding out for a sum in excess of £50m.
      Italian football journalist Fabrizio Romano had earlier offered an update and claims the two clubs have been in talks for the past week.
      He tweeted: “Manchester United are in direct contact with Real Madrid for Raphaël Varane since one week. Varane wants a Premier League experience but he’ll be respectful. He’s not breaking his relationship with Real. It’s up to the two clubs to reach an agreement. Talks on.”
      Varane’s contract in the Spanish capital has now entered the final 12 months and he could potentially walk away for nothing next year.
      This means Madrid will have to sell him now if they expect to receive a sizeable transfer fee for the former Lens ace.
      Varane signed for Los Blancos back in 2011 and has played 360 times for the club.
      In a glittering period at Madrid, the defender has won three LaLiga titles, the Copa del Rey and four Champions Leagues.
      During that time he has also won the 2018 World Cup with France where he was named in the team of the tournament.
      United are hopeful they will secure Varane’s services within the next 12 days.
      It is believed they will make an offer to sign the France international this week, with personal terms not believed to be an issue. Chelsea have also been linked with a move for the ex-Lens ace, but the player’s preference is to join United.
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      Boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer laughed off talk of Varane’s imminent arrival at Carrington after the 2-1 friendly win against Derby on Sunday.
      Asked for his view on the potential deal, Solskjaer could not conceal a smile.
      Laughing, he said: “Varane? I only speak about players when we sign them.”
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      Man Utd lead Arsenal in £35m Ruben Neves transfer race as they target new midfielder regardless of Paul Pogba future

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly leading Arsenal in the race to land Wolves star Ruben Neves.talkSPORT claim that the Red Devils are chasing a new midfielder this summer regardless of whether Paul Pogba leaves the club or not.
      Manchester United are chasing Wolves star Ruben NevesCredit: Getty
      The report adds that United have no leapt into pole position, ahead of Arsenal, to sign £35million-rated Neves following an intervention from Portugal team-mate Bruno Fernandes.
      Alex Crook said: “Neves is another player Mikel Arteta has been monitoring very closely, but the trail seems to have gone cold there over a move to Arsenal.
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      “Wolves have their price tag, £35m, and they’re willing to do business to try and generate some funds for their new manager Bruno Lage.
      “Liverpool were mentioned to me, but there’s definite interest from Manchester United.
      “Ruben Neves is a Portuguese team-mate of Bruno Fernandes and he is actively trying to push Neves towards Old Trafford.
      “They do want another midfielder regardless of Paul Pogba’s future at the club.”
      Neves, 24, has been at Molineux for four seasons after a £15m move from Porto, leading them to Premier League promotion in his debut campaign and then shining in the top division.
      SunSport revealed earlier this month that the player’s agent, Jorge Mendes, remains in talks with Arsenal over a possible deal.

      The Gunners are looking to replace Granit Xhaka, who is wanted by Roma, but are struggling to match Wolves’ £35m price tag.
      Neves, who has three years left on his contract at the Molineux, is currently on holiday following his Euro 2020 exploits with Portugal.
      He could be tasked with replacing Pogba at Old Trafford following reports that the Frenchman is discussing personal terms with Paris Saint-Germain.
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      De Gea and Henderson meet even MORE competition for Man Utd No1 spot as Williams ‘channels inner Schmeichel’ in training

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      MANCHESTER UNITED defender Brandon Williams ‘channelled his inner Peter Schmeichel’ by pulling on the goalkeeper gloves for training.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side are currently preparing to face QPR this Saturday in their next pre-season friendly.
      Brandon Williams channelled his inner Peter Schmeichel at trainingCredit: Getty
      David De Gea and Dean Henderson are in a battle for the No1 jerseyCredit: Getty
      United shared a clip of the full-back making several saves on TikTokCredit: Man Utd
      And the star pulled off plenty of stops for the camerasCredit: Man Utd
      The Red Devils, who beat Derby 2-1 on Sunday, were at work at their Carrington HQ earlier.
      And the club have released a clip of the 20-year-old full-back diving around saving shots as he attempted to join the goalkeepers’ union.
      The fight for the Old Trafford No1 jersey is already hotting up ahead of the new campaign.
      David De Gea will cut short his holidays this week in a desperate bid to regain his place in the starting XI.
      The Spaniard ended last season behind Dean Henderson in the battle to be Solskjaer’s first-choice keeper.
      With England stopper Henderson already back in pre-season training after a hip injury ended his own Euro dream, De Gea knows the pressure is on and will return to Carrington after just TWO weeks off.
      The 30-year-old sat on the bench for Spain at the Euros and was not due to report from his summer break until the start of August. 
      But De Gea is determined to fight and win back his starting spot with United boss Solskjaer still undecided over who will be his top dog when the new season kicks off next month.
      Meanwhile, Williams’ loan move to Southampton has hit the skids – because of the size of the loan fee.
      United are understood to be looking for more than £2million to let another club borrow the versatile full-back.
      Saints have been keen on the 20-year-old since last summer but see that price as too much.

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      It means a deal is looking increasingly unlikely unless United reduce their demands.
      The youngster has made 51 appearances for United in all competitions since making his professional debut against Rochdale in the League Cup in September 2019.
      Norwich and Newcastle have also shown interest in loaning Williams.
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      Man Utd star Jesse Lingard shares ‘Jesse 2.0’ targets and motivational notes during amazing West Ham loan transfer spell

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Jesse Lingard has revealed his ‘Jesse 2.0’ targets that drove him on during his superb loan spell at West Ham.The England playmaker shared a post thanking his analyst from last season and it included a shot of a whiteboard full of motivational notes.
      Jesse Lingard has publicly thanked analyst Alexiadis Alexandros for helping him thrive at West HamCredit: Instagram @jesselingard
      The Man Utd ace also shared shots of a whiteboard covered in motivational notesCredit: Instagram @jesselingard
      And the England star also revealed targets he set himself as part of his ‘Jesse 2.0’ planCredit: Instagram @jesselingard
      Lingard, 28, who narrowly missed out on a spot in Gareth Southgate’s Euro 2020 England squad, enjoyed an impressive spell boosting West Ham’s attack from January to June this year.
      The Cheshire-born forward netted nine goals and provided five assists in 16 Prem appearances for David Moyes’ Hammers. 
      And his efforts helped the team finish sixth in the top-flight last term and qualify for the Europa League. 
      It has now emerged that his stunning form was thanks in some part to the work of analyst Alexiadis Alexandros.
      Lingard shared a picture of him alongside Alexandros and thanked him publicly for his contribution.
      He wrote: “Thank you @alexiadis_alexandros for the analysis last year and congratulations on getting your new coaching role fully deserved.
      “Now lets get ready for the new season.”
      The 29-cap Three Lions international also revealed the targets he set himself in East London.
      Under ‘application’, phrases such as ‘positive attitude’, ‘confidence’ and ‘belief’ are scrawled in pen.

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      The Hammers’ fixtures were also listed with desired outcomes including ‘shots’, ‘goals’, ‘assists’, ‘take-ons’ and ‘man-of-the-match’ also written down.
      As well as the targets, Lingard’s motivational board also featured the words ‘dynamic’, ‘intensity’ and ‘leadership’.
      And phrases encouraging him to ‘be yourself’ and be a ‘big game player’ were also noted.
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      The Hammers were desperate to be reunited with the United academy product after his stunning displays at the London Stadium.
      They were odds-on favourites last week.
      But those hopes were dashed as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said he was ‘in his plans’ and Wayne Rooney backed him to become a United star once again.
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      Man Utd ‘offer Leon Goretzka more than £200k-a-week as they look to beat Barcelona and Real Madrid to transfer’

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      LEON GORETZKA has reportedly been offered a bumper £200,000-a-week deal to join Manchester United next summer.The star has emerged as a target for Real Madrid and Barcelona, as well as a host of Premier League clubs.
      Man Utd are ready to swoop for Leon GoretzkaCredit: Getty
      A report states they have offered him over £200,000-a-week to join themCredit: AP
      Bayern Munich are in talks over extending the midfielder’s contract, which runs out in 2022.
      The 26-year-old’s agent, Jorg Neubauer, was recently forced to retire and Neubauer’s wife has taken charge instead along with Bundesliga heavyweight agent Thomas Kroth.
      However, Sport Bild claims Goretzka’s camp are ‘irritated’ that contract talks have not yet resumed over an improved extension.
      And they state United have tabled a ‘concrete offer’ to the ace for him to join them when he becomes a free agent in June.
      The Red Devils are not actively pursuing a new central midfielder at the moment.
      But with Paul Pogba’s future still uncertain, it appears Goretzka could be targeted as his replacement with a reported £200k-a-week package.
      Bayern are allegedly determined not to lose the player.
      But interest is high with several Premier League clubs monitoring the situation.
      Real Madrid and Barcelona are also reportedly keen.

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      But Real Madrid and Barcelona are also reportedly keen.
      And some news outlets state that the LaLiga powerhouses have already contacted his new representatives.
      In three seasons with Munich, Goretzka has won a trio of Bundesliga titles plus two DfB-Pokals and a Champions League.
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      Atletico Madrid playing hardball with Man Utd over Kieran Trippier transfer as Red Devils prepare to increase bid

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      ATLETICO MADRID are playing hardball with Manchester United over England defender Kieran Trippier.The former Tottenham right-back is wanted by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to provide defensive cover at Old Trafford next season.
      Spanish champs Atletico Madrid are in no rush to sell Kieran Trippier to Man UtdCredit: The Sun
      United are ready to pay around £18million for the ex-Burnley man, 30, but Atletico boss Diego Simeone is in no rush to sell.
      So the Old Trafford outfit look like having to raise their offer if they are to land the Bury-born player.
      The Spanish champs are still waiting to hear what Trippier wants to do.
      And he may need to force the issue if he is to get his dream move back to the Premier League after two years in LaLiga.
      Trppier has played 68 times for Atletico since his £20m move from Tottenham in 2019.
      The defender played a key role in last season’s stunning title triumph over Real Madrid and Barcelona.
      Prior to Atleti, Trippier made 114 appearances across four years for Spurs following a 2015 move from Burnley.
      Meanwhile, United are pressing ahead with their bid to land centre-back Raphael Varane from Real Madrid but have yet to open negotiations over a fee with his club.
      Reports also claim Chelsea are interested and could hijack United’s move by offering £50m for the Frenchman.
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      But Solskjaer is confident that Jadon Sancho’s transfer will be announced shortly as the final paperwork gets cleared.
      He revealed: “Small little details left. Hopefully it will be announced soon.
      “Let’s get the paperwork done and get it all over the line. Then I can say what I truly feel about the player.”
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      Solskjaer reveals Jesse Lingard is in Man Utd plans in huge West Ham blow… but laughs off Raphael Varane transfer talk

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      OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER says Jesse Lingard is in his plans at Manchester United in a big blow to West Ham.But the Norwegian boss laughed off talk of Raphael Varane’s arrival at Carrington.
      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has had his say on Man Utd’s transfer activityCredit: Reuters
      And the Norwegian says Jesse Lingard is in his plansCredit: PA
      Lingard, 28, now appears set to stay at United to fight for his place despite transfer interest from West Ham, where he shone last season on loan.
      And the England international could even sign new contract despite appear destined to leave the club just six months ago.
      He enjoyed a scintillating second-half of the 2020-21 season on loan at the Irons.
      And, buoyed by his strong showing last term, Lingard is leaning towards staying at Old Trafford rather than returning to London, say The Athletic.
      And speaking after his team’s 2-1 pre-season victory at Derby, Solskjaer said: “Lingard wants to fight for his place.
      “Jesse is in the plans at the moment.”
      One player who is set to leave United is Facundo Pellistri, who is wanted on by Spanish side Alaves on loan.
      Solskjaer said of the young Uruguayan, who scored at Pride Park: “I can see a loan deal for Pellistri.”
      SunSport revealed on Saturday United’s deal for World Cup winner Varane, 28, is ‘all but done’.
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      But Chelsea have reportedly emerged as late contenders and could scupper the transfer.
      If they can fend off the reported interest from the Blues, United look set to hand over a £50million fee for the centre-back who has just one year left on his Bernabeu contract.
      And asked for his view on the potential deal, Solskjaer could not conceal a smile.
      Laughing, he said: “Varane? I only speak about players when we sign them.”
      Spanish giants Real initially wanted £60m for Varane but have to sell now to get a fee having lost Sergio Ramos to Paris Saint-Germain on a free.
      Varane’s representatives are understood to have negotiated terms over a five-year deal.
      Los Blancos’ wage bill is reportedly set to be slashed by more than a third which has thrown massive doubt over the Frenchman’s future at the club.
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      Solskjaer laughed when asked about United target Raphael VaraneCredit: Getty
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