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      Five transfers for Jack Grealish to revive career as he struggles at Man City and Pep Guardiola questions his ‘shape’

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      JACK GREALISH could be set for a January transfer after struggling for form and fitness at Manchester City.The winger has not scored for City since December 2023 and has been overlooked by Pep Guardiola since returning from injury in November.Jack Grealish could move this month to revive his careerCredit: GettyPep Guardiola questioned Grealish’s ‘shape’Credit: GettyHe has started just six Premier League games this season with youngster Savinho often preferred over him.The Brazilian produced two assists in City’s win over West Ham at the weekend, with Guardiola questioning Grealish’s “shape” after the match.He said: “Savinho is in better shape and everything than Jack and that’s why I played him.“Do I want the Jack that won the Treble? Yeah. I want it. But I try to be honest with myself for that.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLRumours are circulating that a January move could be on the cards for Grealish, with a number of clubs linked.SunSport takes a look at five possible destinations for the England star.ArsenalMikel Arteta wants to “add more firepower” to his team this January with Bukayo Saka set to be sidelined with injury for a number of weeks.He has raided former club City on multiple occasions, with Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko joining along with another ex-Etihad star, Raheem Sterling.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSterling’s move has not worked out with just two Prem starts, so Arsenal could look to Grealish.However Arteta may be keen to bring in a right-sided player as he has Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli available as options on the left.Brilliant moment Jack Grealish joins Aston Villa fans in Bruges pub on FaceTime after being dropped from Man City squadTottenhamSpurs have been linked with a move for Grealish for several years, and are now said to be keeping tabs on the 29-year-old.With Son Heung-min looking past his peak this season and Timo Werner misfiring, Grealish could be a good fit in North London.Tottenham are reportedly interested in striking a loan deal that would see City cover a large chunk of his £300,000-a-week wages, which could prove a stumbling block in a potential permanent deal.Spurs are in need of a lift as they sit 12th in the Prem, although remain in the Carabao Cup and Europa League, so would benefit from the addition of Grealish.NewcastleNewcastle are on the march towards Europe and Grealish would be a marquee signing for the Magpies.There was friction in the summer as the club failed to land a major signing for Eddie Howe, who wanted to bring in a right winger and England star Marc Guehi.Newcastle are another club who are said to be monitoring Grealish’s situation and they could decide to strike if he is allowed to leave.But like Arsenal they could decide to prioritise a right winger with Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes available on the left, particularly as they are still yet to replace the outgoing Miguel Almiron.Aston VillaA return to his boyhood club could be welcomed by Grealish but it would no doubt split the fanbase.The winger was heavily booed on his most recent return to Villa Park last month, leading his dad to hit out at the “disrespect” on show.Grealish reacted to the boo boys by holding up three fingers to remind supporters of how many Premier League titles he has won.However he could be tempted by a move with Villa playing in the Champions League and challenging for the top four.John McGinn has played out of position on the left in recent weeks so Villa are crying out for someone of Grealish’s ilk, although they could sign Borussia Dortmund’s Donyell Malen instead according to Fabrizio Romano.Jack Grealish made 213 appearances for Aston VillaCredit: PAMan UtdA move across Manchester would be a real turn up for the books but it could appeal to all parties.Grealish would not have to up sticks and move while City would likely be able to get a large chunk of his salary off the wage bill – if he left permanently or on loan.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe could also fit into Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-3 system as a flexible winger/No10, a position Grealish has operated in throughout his entire career.Whether City would let him leave to a fierce rival is another question – the last direct transfer between the clubs was Carlos Tevez in 2009. More

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      Man City planning transfer raid for England U20 wonderkid after string of impressive clean-sheets

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      MANCHESTER CITY are interested in Sunderland goalkeeper Matty Young.City were keen on the 18-year-old stopper before he made his first-team breakthrough on loan at Salford.Man City are tracking goalkeeper Matty YoungCredit: GettyYoung had to wait for a regular start in League Two before finally making the No1 shirt his after 18 games.Since coming into the side, he has conceded just one goal in eight matches.And he is in the midst of reeling off a stunning run of six clean sheets in a row.Salford now have the joint-best defence in the league with AFC Wimbledon and are second in the table.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLYoung incredibly now has the chance to audition in front of Pep Guardiola on Saturday night as Salford face City in the third round of the FA Cup.The wonderkid joined Sunderland at the age of seven and has risen through the youth ranks, winning their Young Player of the Year award.He spent last season on loan at non-league club Darlington.Young has been capped by England at Under-18, 19 and 20 levels.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe teenager’s Under-20 debut came in a 1-1 draw against Poland in November.January could be busy for City as the champions are reportedly eyeing a double raid for Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush and Atalanta midfielder Ederson to reignite their season.Beleaguered Man City boss Pep Guardiola involved in bizarre interview when discussing Rico Lewis red card More

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      Man City get huge transfer boost as Lens wonderkid hints he’s ready for big move and club set to cash in

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      MANCHESTER CITY target Abdukodir Khusanov has indicated that he would welcome a January move to the Etihad.The Uzbeki defender plays for Lens and is rated in the £20million bracket by his club.Abdukodir Khusanov of RC Lens has emerged as a target for Man CityCredit: GettyKhusanov is only 20 and would be viewed as one for the future rather than someone to help reignite City’s season.But he has been playing regularly for Lens since moving there in July 2023.Sources close to the centre-back say they believe Khusanov is ready to play for a top club — while Lens might be tempted to do a deal for the right price this month.City aim to add reinforcements in this winter window and also have Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush, 25, on their list.Read more in footballSources in his home country of Egypt have suggested a move for the £50m-rated star is close — but it is understood that nothing is advanced.Marmoush is having the season in his life in Germany and can play in different positions as well as central striker.In the Bundesliga he has already scored 13 times in 15 games.While he has transferred that form to the continent, scoring four times in six matches in the Europa League.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMarmoush has caught the attention of several Premier League clubs, including Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Arsenal.However, it’s the Cityzens who have stolen a march on their rivals.Erling Haaland swears in live TV interview after Man City win as Sky Sports reporter laughs nervouslyManager Pep Guardiola has called for the club to be “wise” in the transfer market after they have struggled to find their form in this campaign.”I don’t know right now. It’s not easy, it will not be easy,” he said.”Maybe we sign, maybe we don’t sign anyone. The club has to be wise, don’t sign players just to add players.”For the situation that we have and for the perspective of players that have had consistent injuries for many, many, many times, of course the club has to do it but I don’t know if it will be possible to do it.” More

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      Kyle Walker could link up with Cristiano Ronaldo as he is big transfer target for Saudi Arabia clubs

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      KYLE WALKER remains a big January transfer target for oil-rich clubs in Saudi Arabia.The Manchester City skipper, 34, is having a tough season but has 18 months left on his Etihad contract.Kyle Walker has endured a difficult season at Man CityCredit: RexWalker admitted he would “never say never” when a Middle East move was first on the horizon last year — despite knocking it back to chase more silverware under Pep Guardiola.Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr, Al-Ahli and Al-Ittihad are all believed to still be keen on talking to the England defender.But a move away from City is more likely in the summer than during the January window as Guardiola’s squad is badly hit by injuries.The reigning Prem champions returned to winning ways with a 2-0 triumph at Leicester last Sunday.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGoals by Savinho and Erling Haaland saw City grab a much-needed three points.After the game, boss Guardiola admitted his “relief” at the result.He said: “I think it is more relief than happiness, I think that’s the right word.”As a performance it was not the best, I couldn’t expect it, really. Leicester were better in the last 10-15 minutes of the first half, in the last 15-20 of the ­second.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”The game was tight. We have to improve a lot. We will improve as the results improve, that’s for sure. The best of us will come back.“Against Everton the performance was far better than today but today we won and that’s what we need to clean our minds and souls and see we can win games.Erling Haaland swears in live TV interview after Man City win as Sky Sports reporter laughs nervously“I never thought it was difficult to win one single game but now we feel it. Maybe it’s good.”That period helps to see what we have done, it made me reflect on how difficult it is to do what we have done.”Pep Guardiola admitted his relief after beating LeicesterCredit: Getty More

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      SIX Premier League clubs to fight for free transfer of Barcelona’s Dani Olmo including Man Utd with star available NOW

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      SIX Premier League clubs are ready to battle to sign Dani Olmo on a stunning free transfer.Barcelona forked out £50million to sign the midfielder from RB Leipzig only last summer.Dani Olmo could soon leave Barcelona after the club failed in their bid to register him wth LaLigaCredit: REXSix Premier League sides are reportedly interested in acquiring Olmo’s servicesCredit: RexBut the Catalans’ crippling financial situation meant they could only register him for the first half of the season.Barca are working under strict financial constraints imposed by La Liga after falling a reported £1BILLION in debt.League chiefs gave them special dispensation to add Olmo, 26, to their squad until December 31.But they have so far REJECTED Barcelona’s attempts to register the Euro 2024 winner for the rest of the campaign.READ MORE ON OLMOAnd a legal challenge by the Nou Camp giants has also failed.Olmo is understood to have a clause in his contract which allows him to leave for FREE should he be left unable to play.And, according to reports in Spain, every one of the Premier League’s Big Six are ready to swoop.Liverpool, Chelsea and Tottenham are said to be set to pursue the Spain international’s signature along with rivals Manchester United, Man City and Arsenal.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDani Olmo’s immediate future is unclearCredit: RexThe Prem clubs, however, will reportedly face competition for Olmo from Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen and Paris Saint-Germain.Olmo has remained professional throughout the uncertainty over his future, which he received a bit of clarity on New Year’s Eve.Ian Wright convinced Spain star Dani Olmo is ‘taking the micky out of us’ with pre-Euro 2024 final gestureAn excerpt of a La Liga statement read: “Barcelona has not presented any alternative that would allow the registration, in accordance with La Liga’s economic control regulations, to register any player from next January 2.”Barca, however, are holding out hope they can retain Olmo after applying for a new license from the Royal Spanish Football Federation to register Olmo and team-mate Pau Victor.A club statement read: “FC Barcelona informs that it has requested a new licence from the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) for the players Daniel Olmo and Pau Víctor.”‘Likewise, the Club wishes to deny that it has requested or received any moratorium from any other body for the registration requested.”Barcelona will be back in action on January 4, taking on Barbastro in the Copa del Rey.And as it currently stands, Olmo will not be eligible to play. More

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      Chloe Kelly looks stunning in bikini as England Lionesses star enjoys Dubai holiday with new husband

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      CHLOE KELLY went from the Wetihad to Sunsetihad – as the Manchester City star swapped wintry England for balmy Dubai.The Lionesses winger treated herself to a luxury holiday, and her fans to some sizzling photos, as she jetted away with new husband Scott Moore.Chloe Kelly’s admirers were thrilled by her yacht snapsCredit: Instagram @ChloekellyThe 48-cap England ace had fans in a spin with her picsCredit: Instagram @ChloekellyKelly’s smile was only beaten by that of hubbie Scott MooreCredit: Instagram @ChloekellyThe Etihad ace is making the most of a month-long break in the Women’s Super League.While her male counterparts at City are struggling for even a top-four finish in the Premier League, Kelly and Co will return to WSL action in second place with a tasty Manchester derby against United on January 19.But that looked the last thing on the 26-year-old’s mind as she relaxed in a bikini for yacht shots.Kelly wed long-time boyfriend Moore, who she met when he was a groundsman at her old club Everton, in the rolling countryside of Merrydale Manor, near Knutsford in Cheshire, in July.READ MORE ON CHLOE KELLYAnd she’s followed that special pre-season occasion with a mid-term jaunt that she also cherished.Kelly posted pics from beneath a golden sky in the UAE with the accompanying words: “SUNKISSED & SUNSETS.”England’s 2022 final matchwinner had already delighted her admirers in recent weeks with glamorous red carpet appearances – at GQ’s Men of the Year awards and an MTV bash.This time she posed in a black bikini underneath an open white blouse.Most read in FootballAdmirers reckon Chloe hit the right note with her MTV outfitCredit: GettyThis choice of fashion equally impressed her followersCredit: GettyAnd her hubbie wore an even bigger smile when they cuddled up in one photo, both in sunglasses.”Goddess,” “Hotness,” “Beautiful you” and “Gorgeous Chloe” were just some of the reactions from her 876,000 Instagram followers.Chloe Kelly shows off her toned abs in very bold outfit as England Lionesses star attends MTV Europe Music AwardsOne fan went with a slightly unsettling message: “Ha! I saw your boat from my bedroom window this morning. Enjoy!”But another enthusiast who also had a close Chloe encounter appeared to be crying with his replying, rather boasting with his posting.He wrote: “I was literally at the same beach as her… Genuine swimming distance” – adding a tearful emoji.Sun you win, sun you lose!Man City ace Kelly is on a break from the Women’s Super LeagueCredit: GettyKelly’s celebration after sinking Germany with an extra-time winner in the Euro 2022 final at Wembley quickly became iconicCredit: PA More

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      Kyle Walker ‘assessing transfer options’ and could leave in January transfer alongside forgotten Man City team-mate

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      KYLE WALKER is reportedly assessing his options with his time at Manchester City appearing to be nearing an end.Walker, 34, has managed just nine Premier League starts for City this term despite being the club captain.Kyle Walker is reportedly considering his options for the futureCredit: GettyWalker has struggled to reach his usual level this seasonAnd the experienced England international could be ready to call time on his seven-and-a-half-year stint with the Champions.According to the Mail Online, Walker is “assessing his options moving forward”.The veteran right-back still has a year and a half remaining on his current terms at the Etihad, after signing an extension last year.But reduced game time, poor form and a need for changes at City could mean his spell with the Cityzens is set to come to an end.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSunSport exclusively revealed that Nottingham Forest ace Ola Aina is on Man City’s wish list as a potential replacement for Walker going forward.Walker might not be the only star to say goodbye to Pep Guardiola’s superteam either.The Mail claim that forgotten man Mathues Nunes is also considering his future with the club, having made just 13 Premier League starts across two seasons since his £53m move from Wolves last year.Another big name that has been linked with an exit is Jack Grealish.Most read in FootballMatheus Nunes is also said to be considering a Man City exitCredit: GettyNunes has played little football since joining Man City last seasonBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe £100m winger has failed to live up the billing since his mega-money switch from Aston Villa and has now gone the entirety of 2024 without scoring for City.It’s reported that both Tottenham and Newcastle are keeping a keen eye on the England star.Kyle Walker eats same meal that most fans would find odd before every match after changing pre-match routine However, Sun Sport understands any Newcastle move for Grealish is doubtful, unless they could get a cheap six month loan deal – which City would unlikely sanction to a top four rival.While Pep Guardiola is on record as saying he doesn’t expect anybody to leave his already paper-thin squad in January.Jack Grealish has been linked with an exit from the Etihad outfitCredit: GettyGrealish has failed to live up to his £100m price tag so far More

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      ‘He’s tired’ – Pep Guardiola lets slip Erling Haaland has become a DAD with partner Isabel Johansen after Man City win

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      PEP GUARDIOLA let slip Erling Haaland has become a DAD in his Manchester City post-match interview.Haaland scored his first goal in five games as City secured a much-needed victory over Leicester on Sunday.Erling Haaland has been a shell of his usual self this seasonCredit: REXThe Norwegian ended his mini-drought in Man City’s 2-0 win over Leciester on SundayCredit: REUTERSManager Pep Gurdiola has leapt to the defence of the under-fire NorwegianCredit: RexGuardiola casually revealed Haaland has welcomed his first child into the world with girlfriend Isabel JohansenCredit: SPLASHAnd his boss revealed the strike came at the end of a memorable week for the Norwegian superstar and partner Isabel Johansen.Guardiola, who celebrated his 500th game in charge with his team’s first win since December 4, said: “Sometimes, Erling has been judged badly but it’s part of football.“He’s tired, he’s played a lot of minutes.“He’s become a father for the first time in the last few days, a lot of emotions and an exciting few days for him.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHaaland was so pumped that he turned the air blue after his second-half header sealed the points for the struggling champions.The Norwegian striker said: “S**t happens.“It’s always a relief when you score.“Leicester did a really good game, we knew it was going to be difficult.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSErling Haaland and Isabel Johansen have been dating since they were both at Borussia DortmundCredit: Getty“It’s been a difficult time. I’m just happy we’re winning.”Guardiola seconded that emotion after City had won just one and lost NINE of their previous 13 games in all competitions.Erling Haaland does pull ups on cliff edge and runs with wolves as Man City ace stars in insane Beats by Dre advert The City boss said: “The right word to use, more than happiness, is relief.“As a performance it hasn’t been the best, I couldn’t expect differently.“Against Everton, the performance was better by far but today we won and that’s what we need to clean our minds and souls and see we can win games.“I know the last 13-14 games have not really been good but comparing that to 500, we have to be so pleased and so happy with what we have done together.“We have done a lot of things that will be a memory forever.“Maybe that period, the month and a half to two months that feels like 500 months, will make you realise how nice it was.Erling Haaland and Isabel Johansen have yet to officially announce the birth of their first childCredit: GETTY“Hopefully we can come back. Maybe we will not be what we were but closer than now. “Leicester boss Ruud van Nistelrooy was left to rue captain Jamie Vardy missing a golden chance as his side failed to turn an encouraging display into points.The Dutchman said: “That’s why it hurts a bit that we didn’t take anything off the game, because of the performance.“We created these moments in a great way.READ MORE SUN STORIES“As a striker, you need a bit of luck in taking these moments.“But of course it’s where games are decided.” More