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      Liverpool to fight Man City for £80m-rated Bundesliga wonderkid as potential transfer replacement for Mo Salah

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      LIVERPOOL have joined several top sides in the battle to sign Florian Wirtz, according to reports.The 20-year-old is already a transfer target for the likes of Bayern Munich, Manchester City and Chelsea.
      Florian Wirtz is a target for LiverpoolCredit: Rex
      He could replace Mo Salah should he leave for Saudi ArabiaCredit: Alamy
      And now Liverpool are trying to muscle their way in ahead of a move at the end of the season.
      The Daily Star report that Jurgen Klopp is a huge fan of Wirtz and plans to use his contacts and reputation in Germany to sign his compatriot.
      Liverpool supposedly believe that Wirtz could fill the boots of Mo Salah should he leave Anfield amid interest from Saudi Arabian clubs.
      Wirtz is valued at £80million by Bayer Leverkusen.
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      He is capable of playing anywhere across the front line and has been predominantly used in the No10 role by manager Xabi Alonso.
      Wirtz broke into the Leverkusen team as a teenager when Kai Havertz joined Chelsea in 2020.
      He burst onto the scene and netted five Bundesliga goals before his 18th birthday and then became the youngest player to reach 50 appearance in the league’s history soon after.
      Wirtz then suffered an ACL injury last year and saw his season cut short.
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      But he has now made a full recovery, scoring six goals and registering nine assists in 15 matches this term.
      He’s also earned 12 caps for Germany in his career.
      Manchester United reportedly had first refusal on him while Ralf Rangnick was at the club but the opportunity is now gone. More

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      Man City install super-size treatment bed for ‘massive’ Erling Haaland

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      MAN City goal hero Erling Haaland is so big the Premier League champions had to install a super-size treatment bed just for him.The 6ft 4in striker has also been nicknamed Big E by his team-mates, fellow City star Kyle Walker revealed.
      Manchester City striker Erling Haaland needs a supersize treatment table, according to a teammateCredit: Rex
      Haaland is too large for the standard size treatment beds and this has spawned a new nicknameCredit: TWITTER/@ManCity
      Norwegian ace Haaland, 23, was christened with his new nickname after the table arrived in the treatment room at the club, England defender Walker told Sky TV’s Saturday Social.
      He explained: “He’s just massive, isn’t he?
      “So that’s what we call him — Big E.
      “We’ve had to buy a new bed in the treatment room because he doesn’t fit on the normal beds.
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      “He’s had to have his own special bed.”
      Haaland has terrorised defenders with his size and power, netting 11 league goals already this campaign.
      This follows a remarkable first season at the club after joining last summer from Borussia Dortmund — scoring 52 goals in 53 games to help City win the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup.
      Despite his success, Walker says there is no ego on show from the Norwegian and “he’s a good laugh”.
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      He added: “Obviously, he’s a superstar and, in the nicest way possible, he knows that but he’s not arrogant with that.”
      Off the pitch Haaland likes to meditate and his trademark goal celebration is the Zen pose. More

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      Meet the Copa Libertadores wonderkid who is most bought star on FM24 and in ‘advanced transfer talks’ with Man City

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      BOCA JUNIORS wonderkid Valentin Barco will have all eyes on him at the Copa Libertadores Final, while Manchester City keep tabs on the rising star.The biggest match of the season in Latin America takes place tonight at the Maracana and Barco is set to compete for Boca against Fluminense.
      All eyes will be on Boca Juniors wonderkid Valentin Barco at the Copa Libertadores finalCredit: Getty
      Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is keen to sign Barco next yearCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      The promising prospect joined the Argentinian giants in 2014 at the tender age of 10 years old and was called up to the senior squad two years ago.
      The 19-year-old already counts a total of 30 appearances under his belt and also picked up a goal as well as three assists along the way.
      The versatile left-back, who can also play in midfield and attack down that flank, is also the the most purchased player on FM24, which was pre-released last month.
      And video-game art could emulate life soon as the Argentina Under-20 international’s contract with Boca runs out next year in December and reports in Argentina suggest he want to move to Europe.
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      Barco has already attracted interest from the likes of City, Liverpool as well as Chelsea, who will only need to cough up a mere £8.7million for his signature.
      According to Diario Sport, it is the Treble winners who are “very advanced” for the signing of the versatile star.
      In fact, reports suggest City manager Pep Guardiola is “enchanted” with him and wants to sign him next summer.
      And Guardiola looks set to offer him the exact same opportunity he has given to fellow Argentine youngster Julian Alvarez.
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      That means the Spanish tactician would refuse to loan him out and give him plenty of chances to make his starting line-up.
      Liverpool will have eyes on the Copa Libertadores Final as well as they will also be keeping tabs on Fluminense midfielder Andre.
      According to TEAMtalk, Chelsea also see Barco as a top replacement for Marc Cucurella.
      Brighton tried to sign him in the summer as well before he opted to stay in Buenos Aires. More

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      Tottenham ‘join race to sign Kalvin Phillips’ as England and Man City star chased by four Premier League clubs

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      TOTTENHAM are the latest club to enter the race to sign Kalvin Phillips.The Manchester City midfielder is being chased by a host of teams ahead of the January transfer window.
      Tottenham have entered the race to sign Kalvin Phillips
      Phillips could leave the treble winners as he looks for consistent game time to book his place in England’s squad for Euro 2024.
      He has made just one start this season as he continues to struggle following his £45million move from Leeds last summer.
      According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Spurs are now eyeing a deal for Phillips when the window reopens.
      He has been identified as a target if Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg leaves the club in the new year.
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      The report also adds that Juventus are open to a six-month loan deal for Phillips.
      Spurs have joined four other Premier League clubs in the hunt to sign the former Leeds man.
      Liverpool, Newcastle, Aston Villa and West Ham have all been linked with Phillips in recent weeks.
      Meanwhile, his agent has reportedly offered the 27-year-old to Real Madrid ahead of a shocking potential deal.
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      A host of clubs are chasing a January move for Phillips
      Phillips could leave City either on loan or permanently in January, provided the club’s £50million price tag is met.
      He has made just two league starts since joining City over a year ago and has been limited to 70 minutes of Premier League action this term.
      Pep Guardiola handed him his only start in seven appearances in the Carabao Cup loss to Newcastle back in September. More

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      New details of Love Island star Arabella Chi’s romance with Man City ace Ruben Dias revealed after clue in Insta snap

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      MANCHESTER City ace Rúben Dias has been secretly dating Love Island star Arabella Chi for four weeks.The model has been regularly flying from her Ibiza base to spend time with the Portuguese defender in Britain.
      Former Love Island star Arabella Chi has been regularly flying from her Ibiza base to spend time with the Portuguese defender in BritainCredit: Getty
      Arabella has been regularly flying from her Ibiza base to spend time with the Portuguese defender Ruban Dias in Britain.Credit: Rex
      Arabella found fame on the fifth series of Love Island in 2019Credit: Rex Features
      This week Rúben, 26, and Arabella, 32, enjoyed a romantic break in Paris.
      A source revealed yesterday: “Rúben and Arabella have been quietly dating for the past month. They had the best time together in Paris and seem to be really falling for each other.”
      They gave the game away on their blossoming romance ­yesterday by posting identical pictures from the trip.
      Pals revealed that Portuguese defender Rúben, 26, and British model Arabella, 32, grew close after being introduced by mutual friends.
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      One source said: “Rúben and ­Arabella have been quietly dating for the past month. She has visited him in Manchester and their dates have been all under the radar.
      “Arabella has flown over to the UK from her base in Ibiza to stay at his place a number of times.
      “They went to Paris for their first romantic mini-break in the week, where he wined and dined her at all the best restaurants.
      “He also showered her with gifts.”
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      The pair did not mention each other in yesterday’s Instagram snaps but their Eiffel Tower pictures both featured the same bystanders.
      The source added: “Rúben and Arabella are trying to keep their relationship under wraps because it’s early days.
      “But they had the best time together in Paris and seem to be really falling for each other.”
      Arabella found fame on the fifth Love Island series in 2019.
      This summer she had a fling with Leonardo DiCaprio’s close pal, millionaire nightclub owner Richie Akiva.
      Rúben, who joined Man City from Benfica for £65million in 2020, was previously linked to dancer Ginevra Festa.
      A relationship with singer April Ivy, 24, ended in 2021.
      Portuguese media said the couple broke up because of lifestyle differences, with Rúben being “more discreet” than “exuberant” April.
      The source said of Rúben and Arabella: “He has been treating her like a queen and splashed the cash to impress her from the get-go.
      Arabella’s photo, gave fans an Eiffel of what was going on between the pair – when Ruben posted hisCredit: tiktok
      Ruben’s photo of the Eiffel Tower shows the same tourists that were in Arabella’s snapCredit: tiktok
      Arabella did not mention Ruben in yesterday’s Instagram snaps but their Eiffel Tower pictures both featured the same bystandersCredit: Getty
      “Rúben lives a very low-key life and Arabella has been enjoying how they can go on dates with no one noticing, in part because he can afford complete privacy.
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      “Together they make a very nice couple and things have been heating up in recent weeks.
      “Arabella understands he is private and is showing him that while she is a big reality star she is a class act and won’t be plastering him all over social media.” More

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      Kalvin Phillips’ agent ‘offers Man City outcast to LaLiga giants in shock transfer.. but club to reject £43m valuation’

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      KALVIN PHILLIPS’ time at Manchester City could be coming to an end after his agent ambitiously offered him to Real Madrid, according to reports. The England international has struggled for minutes since joining City from Leeds for £45million in June 2022.
      Kalvin Phillips has been offered a Man City escape to LaLigaCredit: Reuters
      Phillips has played just six times under Pep Guardiola this seasonCredit: Getty
      And manager Pep Guardiola has opened the door for him to find a new club in January, having said: “He will be here until winter.
      “After, I don’t know what will happen because nobody knows once the window is open.”
      With that in mind, Phillips has been offered to Real Madrid for a sum of £43million, according to Defensa Central.
      However, the Jude Bellingham-inspired LaLiga leaders are said to not be keen on that price.
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      Phillips has made just six appearances in all competitions for City this season.
      The 27-year-old previously declared that he wanted to play to secure his place in Gareth Southgate’s England squad for next summer’s Euro 2024.
      But he has firmly remained second fiddle in the City midfield behind Rodri so far.
      After a shocking challenge during the Three Lions 3-1 win over Italy, he said: “It is probably a lack of minutes at club level.
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      “Maybe I was lucky not to get sent off and I want to be playing as much as possible but I haven’t done that for a year and a half.
      “I always try to make sure I am ready for whatever comes. I want minutes, I want to go to the Euros. We will see what happens.”
      The Athletic reported in September how City coaches are concerned about his ability to play the ball quickly in tight spaces, particularly when receiving the ball from the goalkeeper.
      In October, SunSport revealed how Phillips was prepared to waive a £17.5m pay-off in order to push through a January transfer to secure minutes ahead of the Euros.
      Newcastle, Liverpool, West Ham and Juventus have all previously been linked with Phillips.
      Bayern Munich were also linked in the summer following their purchase of Harry Kane. More

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      Man City ‘plot shock transfer raid on bitter rivals Man Utd’ as fans fume ‘fold the club if this happens’

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      MANCHESTER CITY are tipped to launch a shock raid on neighbours United for Kobbie Mainoo – leaving Red Devils fans furious.United supporters ranted “Fold the club if this happens” and “£200million or nothing” as City were linked with the midfielder, 18.
      Kobbie Mainoo returned to training last month after injuryCredit: Getty
      Man Utd supporters would be furious if Mainoo ended up at biggest rivals City and Old Trafford became an away venue for the prodigyCredit: Getty
      FourFourTwo claim Pep Guardiola’s Treble winners are keen on the starlet – one of the hottest prospects for years from the Old Trafford academy.
      Mainoo had fans raving in pre-season with his mature displays and all-round class, before an ankle injury ruled him out until last month.
      And as Erik ten Hag’s men flounder on all fronts this term, many supporters want the England Under-19 ace fast-tracked into the first team.
      But it’s claimed City are contemplating an approach that would highlight the current gulf between the two clubs.
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      Etihad chiefs have been focusing more on bringing through youngsters, whereas United appear close to disarray on and off the field ahead of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s planned £245m investment.
      But it’s unclear if any bid from City for Mainoo would get off the ground.
      Ten Hag rates him highly and United would surely be sensitive to selling such a gem to their closest and fiercest rivals.
      United fans reacted to the speculation over Mainoo with a mixture of anger and scepticism.
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      One posted: “If they’re gonna take Mainoo I want Foden and Haaland in return.” 
      Another wrote, “Why tf would he go there?”.
      An an even more confident supporter said: “I don’t think United will ever sell, lmao.”
      Some supporters pleaded for Mainoo to be “given a big run of games” as anchorman Casemiro now faces several weeks out with a hamstring injury.
      And one fan called for a “£1billion release clause please” to kill off any interest from City.
      But with United struggling in the Champions League and Prem, then thumped 3-0 by Newcastle in the Carabao Cup, another observer said of Mainoo: “If he has ambition he will leave.” More

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      Man Utd fans taunt Erling Haaland with ‘most embarrassing thing ever heard’ before chant immediately backfires

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      ERLING HAALAND was inspired to a derby double by Manchester United fans mocking his father.  The Norwegian had chants of “Keano, Keano” directed at him and “Haaland, Haaland, how’s your dad?”
      Manchester City star Erling Haaland silenced some Manchester United fansCredit: Getty
      Some Man Utd fans taunted Haaland’s father before he opened the scoring
      It was in reference to former Red Devils captain Roy Keane’s shocking derby challenge on Alfie Haaland in April 2001.
      And Haaland Jr responded by scoring a penalty for the  opener then  heading a second after  the break in a 3-0 win.
      The City striker said: “There was so many people singing ‘Keano’ —  I don’t know why! I used it as motivation.
      “I had the pressure but I scored, so it was a fantastic feeling. I gave them a good celebration.”
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      Haaland saluted his  penalty in front of the home fans not far from the spot Keane had taken out his dad with that  infamous challenge.
      Former United skipper and midfielder Keane, 52, was watching the game as a Sky Sports pundit.
      He joked the fans may have been chanting about his old Republic of Ireland team-mate Robbie Keane.
      But there was nothing for United to laugh about after this Old Trafford rout, with Phil Foden grabbing the third.
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      Asked if it was City’s best performance of the season so far, Haaland said: “I think so — in terms of controlling the game and playing the football we wanted to play.
      “It was a fantastic  performance, a controlled 90-minute game and every single City player had a fantastic performance.
      “It was not easy but the way we kept going in the game was incredible.”
      Haaland took his tally to 11 Premier League goals this season — as many as United’s whole squad put together.
      Asked if beating City’s Manchester rivals makes this victory extra special, he added: “Of course. In the big picture it is three points.
      “You need consistency throughout the season in the competition.
      “There are still 84 points so it’s just about getting three points week in, week out.”
      Bernardo Silva earned the man-of-the-match award and City boss Pep Guardiola hailed him as one of the best players he has ever worked with.
      Guardiola said: “He doesn’t wear earrings or have tattoos and has a normal car.
      “He is an incredible player for us. He loves to play at Old Trafford. He has played here as a false nine for us in the past.
      “He is so intelligent. Everybody loves him and he played another exceptional performance.
      Roy Keane was sent off after a horror challenge on Haaland’s dad Alfie in 2001Credit: The Times
      “He is one of the best players I’ve seen in my life for how intelligent he is.”
      Guardiola felt his side did everything right but for the opening minutes.
      He said: “The players always give their best for our fans and we know what it means for them.
      “The first ten minutes we lost easy balls but after that we took control.”
      On Haaland, who rattled in 52 goals in all  competitions last season, Pep added: “He could have scored four, he moves incredibly well in the box, we are lucky to have him.
      “I know he scored 50 goals and people expect him to score 70. He’s a top, top player.”
      City fans swarmed onto social media to also hail the way Haaland got his own back on home supporters.
      One tweeted: “‘Haaland how’s your dad’. That is the most embarrassing thing I’ve ever heard.”
      Another commented: “Chants of ‘Keano’ & ‘Haaland, hows your dad?’ from the Man United fans.”
      A third said: “Haaland how’s your dad.. He’s ok thanks just sat watching the worlds [sic] most prolific goal scorer currently playing for Europes [sic] best football club.”
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      This one posted: “Haaland will always love scoring at Old Trafford..”
      And that one wrote: “Was they singing ‘Haaland how’s your dad?’ Well he was smiling and happy yesterday and I bet he’s absolutely loving life seeing his son score.” More