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      Man City ‘monitoring Celta Vigo wonderkid Gabri Veiga’ with Man Utd and Newcastle also chasing transfer

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      MANCHESTER CITY have joined Man Utd and Newcastle in trailing Celta Vigo midfielder Gabri Veiga.That’s the claim from Spain as the LaLiga side fight an uphill battle to keep the 20-year-old beyond this summer.
      Celta Vigo say four Prem giants are keen on attacking midfielder Gabri VeigaCredit: Rex
      Real Madrid are also thought to be keen, with Veiga understood to have a £35million release clause.
      Etihad chief Pep Guardiola has one eye on strengthening in midfield.
      That’s partly because City duo Ilkay Gundogan and Bernardo Silva face uncertain futures in the summer 
      And Celta president Carlos Mourino accepts holding onto Veiga is virtually impossible – not least financially.

      He also revealed that at least four Premier League clubs are seriously interested.
      Mourino said: “We want to keep Gabri Veiga but it will be impossible due to his release clause.
      “We don’t want to sell, but they are going to buy him from us. And we can’t do anything there.
      “We know some of his offers and it is impossible to reach them.
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      “There are several teams behind Gabri. Real Madrid? They haven’t asked us, we don’t know if they will have called the player. 
      “Of the top 10 in the Premier League, four have asked about him.” More

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      Borussia Dortmund ‘have secret plan to keep Jude Bellingham’ in transfer blow to Man Utd, Chelsea, City and Liverpool

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      BORUSSIA DORTMUND reportedly have a “secret plan” to keep hold of star player Jude Bellingham.The England international is one of the most sought after talents in European football with a host of clubs interested in signing him this summer.
      Borussia Dortmund are reportedly planning a new contract for Jude BellinghamCredit: Getty
      Sides such as Chelsea, Man City, Man United, Liverpool and Real Madrid have all been credited with an interest in the midfielder.
      However, they could all be set for disappointment in their pursuit of Bellingham as Dortmund are determined to keep him at Signal Iduna Park.
      According to the German media outlet Bild, Dortmund are hoping to keep hold of him for one more season.
      The club are planning to offer him a new contract that would see his salary increase by 150 per cent up to £13million for the year.
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      The outlet also claims that his contract would include a release clause of £131m.
      This would allow the 19-year-old to leave the club to potential buyers while also guaranteeing the Bundesliga side a large transfer fee.
      This means that interested clubs would have to wait another year to sign the former Birmingham City prospect.
      The report suggests that Real Madrid are currently the favourites to sign Bellingham.
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      The LaLiga side are looking for replacements for veteran duo Luka Modric and Toni Kroos, with both contracts expiring at the end of the current season.
      However, Dortmund could be boosted in their hopes of keeping Bellingham should the veterans sign new deals at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. More

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      Man City ace Erling Haaland caught using mobile phone while driving £300k Rolls-Royce on dual-carriageway

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      FOOTIE sensation Erling Haaland has been being caught using his mobile phone while driving his £300,000 Rolls-Royce. The Man City star was spotted holding the smartphone while at the wheel.
      Erling Haaland has been caught using his mobile phone while driving his Rolls-Royce
      The striker can be seen with the device in his left hand while steering the wheel with his right
      Photos seem to show the hotshot striker looking down into his lap as he clasps the device in his left hand, with his right hand on the steering wheel.
      Norwegian Haaland, 22, was driving his white Rolls-Royce Cullinan on a dual carriageway in Manchester’s New Islington, close to City’s Etihad Stadium.
      The incident occurred the day after Haaland bagged five goals in a 7-0 Champions League win against RB Leipzig on 14 March.
      Anyone caught driving while using a mobile phone faces six penalty points and a £200 fine.
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      And if the driver only passed their test in the past two years, their licence can be revoked.
      An onlooker said: “Erling has hardly put a foot wrong since he moved to City.
      “But he needs to pay more attention to the road when he’s driving and needs to brush up on the law when he’s driving.
      “It’s a silly mistake but could be a dangerous one for him and for other road users.
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      “The last thing City fans want is for him to have a bump which rules him out of a game.”
      Road safety groups also criticised £375,000-a-week Haaland, who has bagged 42 goals in 37 games for the Sky Blues.
      An AA spokesman said: “It’s a straight red with no excuses.
      “Holding your phone while driving is dangerous. For someone so effective at scoring, this is definitely an own goal.”
      The laws around using phones while driving were toughened up in March 2022.
      At the time then Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said: “I will do everything in my power to keep road users safe, which is why I am taking a zero-tolerance approach to those who decide to risk lives by using their phone behind the wheel.”
      An RAC report in 2020 found that one-third of drivers thought other motorists using their mobile phones at the wheel was one of their top safety concerns.
      And statistics published last year revealed that in 2020 17 people were killed and 499 injured in crashes where the driver was using a mobile.
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      Haaland’s error came despite driving rules in his homeland of Norway banning motorists from using their phone at the wheel.
      Man City and Haaland’s agent were contacted for comment.
      Haaland has bagged 42 goals in 37 games for Man CityCredit: Getty
      The footballer was driving his flashy motor in Manchester’s New Islington, close to City’s Etihad StadiumCredit: Cavendish More

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      Fans love Jude Bellingham’s cheeky transfer message to Jack Grealish on Man City star’s Instagram post

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      FOOTIE fans were left abuzz after seeing Jude Bellingham’s transfer message to England team-mate Jack Grealish.Borussia Dortmund ace Bellingham is one of the most sought-after players in the world and speculation is rife over his future with the German giants.
      Jack Grealish and Jude Bellingham have become good pals while playing for EnglandCredit: REX
      And Bellingham has jokingly called for Grealish to ditch Manchester City and join him at Borussia DortmundCredit: INSTAGRAM
      But he may have dropped a hint that he intends to stay at the Westfalenstadion with a cheeky Instagram comment to Grealish.
      Hours after England’s 2-0 win over Ukraine in their Euro 2024 qualifier on Sunday, Grealish wrote: “Perfect week away with the boys.
      “What a group of lads.”
      And Bellingham was quick to comment, writing: “Come to Dortmund x.”
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      Bellingham’s comments received a barrage of replies from City fans, some of whom believe Grealish is doing his best to convince him to move to the Etihad.
      One of the Etihad faithful tweeted: “Agent Jack.”
      Another said: “Trying to get involved.”
      And another said: “He’s coming, isn’t he?”
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      One remarked: “He wants us.”
      Another chimed in: “Guess Jack tells him to join City every time.”
      Bellingham has shone for club and country over the last 18 months, impressing for the latter during last winter’s World Cup.
      And the teenager has ambitions of one day captaining The Three Lions, saying: “I think that would be the biggest dream.
      “It’s the biggest honour in football, I think, captaining your country, especially when you’re playing for a nation like England.
      “At the minute there’s obviously a long pecking order I highly respect.
      “H [Kane] and Hendo, all of the lads that fall below that.
      “I’ll wait my turn but in the meantime, it’s all about picking up from those guys in terms of leadership.
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      “In Dortmund, I’ve been given a bit more responsibility this year in that sense so it’s just about trying to learn all the time, really, and this is the best place to do it.”
      Bellingham and his Dortmund team-mates will be back in action on Saturday evening, travelling to the Allianz Arena to take on defending German champions Bayern Munich.
      Jude Bellingham is one of the most sought-after players in the worldCredit: Alamy More

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      Man Utd flop Alexis Sanchez reveals what Jose Mourinho offered to persuade him to snub ‘dad’ and join Red Devils

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      ALEXIS SANCHEZ has revealed Jose Mourinho persuaded him to snub Manchester City and join Manchester United by promising him the No.7 shirt.Sanchez completed a shock move to Old Trafford from Arsenal in January 2018, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan moving the other way.
      Alexis Sanchez was seemingly on course to join Manchester City from ArsenalCredit: NEWS GROUP NEWSPAPERS LTD
      But Jose Mourinho twisted Sanchez’s arm and brought him to Manchester United by offering him the No.7 shirtCredit: PA
      A reunion with former Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola at the Eithad was on the cards for the Chilean before he moved to the red side of Manchester.
      But Mourinho twisted his arm by promising him the iconic No.7 shirt.
      Sanchez said: “I was about to go to City. I spoke to Guardiola every day, he told me happy birthday.
      “He was like my dad. He was my dad at Barcelona and he was like my dad at City.
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      “We talked, we talked every day, he sent me messages.
      “And everything was ready, there was a player who was going to go to Arsenal.
      “Then [Arsene] Wenger tells me you are not leaving because the other player did not want to come and they do not have another.
      “Suddenly the cell phone rings. Mourinho tells me: ‘Alexis, here is the seven [shirt] available for you.'”
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      Sanchez incurred the wrath of the Emirates faithful with his move to Old Trafford, where he was pocketing a whopping £391,000 a week before bonuses.
      But the Marseille man insists his departure from North London wasn’t driven by financial gain.
      The 34-year-old said: “It wasn’t a money thing, so everyone knows,’ he said. ‘It was the same with United and City.
      “And he said to me here is the seven, we are playing in the Champions League and we are going to give everything.
      “I wanted to leave at that moment, but I had Guardiola’s word.
      “That’s when I said to myself, Chilean footballer playing for Manchester United, something that has never happened.
      Alexis Sanchez has no regrets about his dreadful stint at Manchester UnitedCredit: GETTY
      “With the seven of [Eric] Cantona, [David] Beckham, Cristiano Ronaldo and now a Chilean had it, it was a dream.”
      Sanchez’s failed to replicate his scintillating Arsenal form at Old Trafford, scoring five goals and providing nine assists in 45 appearances.
      And with the benefit of hindsight, he would’ve chosen the Etihad over the Theatre of Dreams.
      He said: “I don’t regret going to United. Things happen for a reason.
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      “I would have liked to have gone to City, yes.
      “We would have won the Champions League by now. In the final, I would have done something.” More

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      Real Madrid convinced Erling Haaland wants to join from Man City in 2024 and will SMASH world record with £200m transfer

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      REAL MADRID are certain Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland will join them in 2024 on a world record deal, reports suggest.Haaland has set the Premier League alight on his debut season with City as he has scored a staggering 42 goals and bagged five assists in 37 appearances across all competitions.
      Real Madrid are confident they will sign Manchester City star Erling Haaland in 2024Credit: Getty
      The star striker joined the reigning Prem champions last summer following a £51million deal with Borussia Dortmund, despite interest from some of Europe’s biggest hitters like Real.
      According to AS, however, Los Blancos are planning to reignite their bid for the Norway international and are confident they will have their man by next year.
      In fact, the Madrid giants are planning a world record offer in the range of £200m, which will eclipse Neymar’s £198m move to Paris Saint-Germain back in 2017.
      The reigning European champions are confident the 22-year-old has a release clause, which activates every year from 2024 until his contract ends in 2027 despite City denying it.
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      Carlo Ancelotti’s side plans to stay in touch with the Norwegian’s camp until next year in order to be in pole position when the time comes to swoop in.
      Real also believe Haaland can still leave the Etihad even if manager Pep Guardiola, who played an integral part in his signing, stays in Manchester.
      The Spanish champions have major plans for the coming years as they will move for the ex-Red Bull Salzburg star even if they get PSG superstar Kylian Mbappe.
      Real are planning to form a Galacticos-type trio to spearhead their attack consisted of Haaland, Mbappe and Vinicius Junior.
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      By the time they move for the two star strikers it is highly likely top earners like Karim Benzema, Luka Modric, Toni Kroos and Eden Hazard will be gone.
      That means they will free up at least €50m (£44m) per year in wages and will be able to meet Haaland and Mbappe’s financial demands.
      The two centre-forwards are seen as leaders that will take Real to the new era. More

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      ‘I won’t go back’ – Zack Steffen wants to QUIT Man City at end of season and will not return from loan transfer

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      ZACK STEFFEN has admitted that he has no plans to return to Manchester City at the end of the season.The American joined Pep Guardiola’s side in 2019 and has made 21 appearances for the reigning Prem champions.
      Zack Steffen has made 35 appearances for Middlesbrough this termCredit: Rex
      In a bid to get more regular playing time, the goalkeeper joined Middlesbrough on loan at the beginning of the season.
      His temporary move failed to earn him a place in the US’ World Cup squad, but after returning to the international fold this month, Steffen revealed that he doesn’t expect to be back at the Etihad.
      The 27-year-old told The Philadelphia Inquirer: “I don’t think I’ll go back.
      “No, I want to be playing. Although I had a great time at City and I love those guys, and obviously [it’s] an amazing club, I don’t really have any plans to go back.”
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      As back-up to first-choice stopper Ederson, Steffen helped City win two Prem titles and a League Cup during his time at the Etihad.
      Upon the end of this season he will still have two years left on his City contract, but he has been replaced as No2 by Stefan Ortega.
      Steffen has made 35 appearances for Boro this season, helping Michael Carrick’s side to third in the Championship.
      He has moved on from his World Cup heartache in the best possible fashion, and could cap his spell with a promotion to the Prem.
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      On missing out on Gregg Berhalter’s squad, 29-cap ace Steffen was philosophical.
      He said: “The ‘keepers — Matt [Turner], Sean [Johnson] and Ethan [Horvath] — I mean, they were consistent and they were with the team throughout the whole cycle and Gregg just decided to go with them.”
      Steffen then added: “It was tough. God tested me.
      “It definitely wasn’t easy, as you can imagine — just surprising and, yeah, just not what I expected.
      “And it wasn’t part of my plan, but I know that God ultimately has a greater plan and path for me.”
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      Arsenal, Chelsea and Man City in Wilfried Gnonto transfer battle with Leeds star available for a bargain

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      WILFRIED GNONTO is at the centre of a transfer battle as Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City eye the Leeds star, reports say.The Italian has enjoyed an impressive debut season at Elland Road, producing a few jaw-dropping moments.
      Wilfried Gnonto in full flight has given defenders much to worry about this seasonCredit: Getty
      Despite his form, Leeds find themselves in one of the Premier League’s most competitive relegation battles ever.
      And whether or not they escape the bottom three could impact on Gnonto’s future at the club.
      Relegation may mean the club could have to sell the 19-year-old winger at a bargain price and there are no end of Premier League clubs interested in him.
      Gazzetta dello Sport report that City, Arsenal and Chelsea are interested in the Italian, who could come up against England in the Euro qualifier tonight.
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      Leeds bought Gnonto for a reported fee of just £4million from FC Zurich last summer and they could now make a tidy profit for him if they do opt to sell.
      Gnonto has two goals and three assists in the league this season, including a very early goal at Old Trafford that left Manchester United stunned.
      The youngster has made early strikes a specialty of his and he managed to also catch Cardiff cold with a belter in the FA Cup back in January.
      Leeds will need Gnonto at his best when the Premier League enters its final stretch next month.
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      Nine clubs are separated by just four points in the desperate scrap for survival.
      Javi Gracia has managed to bag a couple of big results since replacing Jesse Marsh but the Yorkshire club have Arsenal, Liverpool, Man City, Newcastle and Tottenham on the horizon. More