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      Man Utd Treble winner tells Declan Rice to SNUB his old club and make Man City transfer instead

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      A MANCHESTER United Treble winner has urged Declan Rice to snub his old club in favour of a move to rivals Manchester City.Rice, 24, finds himself in the middle of a three-way transfer tug of war between United, City and Arsenal.
      Rice has been urged to join Manchester CityCredit: Rex
      David Ornstein reported that City will submit an offer today amid “serious interest” in the England international.
      Arsenal looked to be in the driving seat in the race for Rice but after having two bids rejected by West Ham they have left the door open for other clubs.
      United had been put on alert by the rejected bids as they are long-time admirers of Rice, but are operating under financial constraints until the status of their takeover is clearer.
      And former United forward Dwight Yorke has said that if each of the three interested clubs make an offer, the choice for Rice should be straightforward.
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      Speaking to Lord Ping, Yorke said: “If it was me and Manchester City were interested, then they would be the first choice because of how they play and the trophies they win.
      “I wouldn’t rule Manchester United out because they’re on an upwards trajectory and want to get better.
      “I wouldn’t go to Chelsea at the moment because of the disgruntled team.
      “Arsenal would be a good choice if I wanted to stay in London, but Manchester City would be my first choice and Manchester United second.”
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      Dwight Yorke won the Treble with United in 1999Credit: Getty
      Arsenal had been the clear front-runners for Rice’s signature, with the midfielder being the club’s top priority and Rice keen on the move.
      But City’s late interest has thrown a curve-ball into things, and it is believed they will be in a favourable position to land the midfielder given West Ham’s established interest in Kalvin Phillips.
      The Hammers see Phillips as one of their top-targets to replace the departing Rice and a player plus cash deal could suit all parties.
      Arsenal have had a busy start to the transfer window as they look to be on the verge of signing Ajax’s Jurrien Timber, 22, and Chelsea’s Kai Havertz, 24.
      However missing out on Rice would be a significant blow, particularly after missing out on fellow top target Moises Caicedo, 21 – who looks to be Chelsea bound. More

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      Liverpool tipped to sign Kyle Walker in controversial transfer to accommodate new Trent Alexander-Arnold position

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      LIVERPOOL should make a bold swoop for Manchester City right-back Kyle Walker, a former Reds star has claimed.The move could allow Trent Alexander-Arnold’s switch to his new international position at club level.
      Kyle Walker has enjoyed plenty of success at Man City, but is now being linked with a move awayCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Trent impressed in a hybrid role at Liverpool at the end of last season but could make a permanent move into midfieldCredit: PA
      Alexander-Arnold, 24, impressed in England’s midfield again as the Three Lions ran out 7-0 winners against North Macedonia in their Euro 2024 qualifier last Monday.
      While Alexander-Arnold thrived in an inverted full-back role for Liverpool at the end of last season, he is yet to be consistently played as a full-time midfielder by Jurgen Klopp.
      But now there are rumours that Liverpool are plotting a shock move for Walker to allow Trent to make the permanent switch in position.
      Former Liverpool midfielder Charlie Adam told 888sport: “I think playing Trent in midfield is something Liverpool might want to look at.
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      “He’s having a big impact on matches, as we saw for England this week, and I think he’s the best passer at the football club in terms of his range and what types of passes he can play.
      “If you can get that from a central position, then it opens up everything for everybody else.
      “If they’re looking to do that, then they’d need to bring another right back in.
      “It looks like Kyle Walker is possibly going to leave Manchester City – that’s someone for me who they could try and have a look at”.
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      Walker has been linked with a move away from the club this summer for a fee of £15m.
      He was reportedly expected to join Bayern following a sensational Treble-winning campaign.
      The 33-year-old is now into the final year of his contract at the Etihad, but is keen to remain at City.
      It is unclear if Klopp would consider changing Alexander-Arnold’s current hybrid role for Liverpool.
      Pep Guardiola may also be reluctant to sell Walker to a direct rival after the success of Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko at Arsenal.
      Liverpool pushed City to the final game of the season during the 2021-2022 campaign, and beat them to the title in 2019-2020. More

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      Barcelona fans hail ‘our new queen’ as it emerges Gundogan’s stunning wife is to thank for his Arsenal transfer snub

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      BARCELONA fans thanked Ilkay Gundogan’s wife after reports she helped convince her husband to sign for the Spanish champions.Gundogan, 32, is said to have reached an agreement with the Catalan giants as he prepares to complete a free transfer.
      Ilkay Gundogan’s wife Sara Arfaoui has been praised by Barcelona fansCredit: Getty
      She is said to have been integral in her husband moving to the LaLiga championsCredit: Getty
      His Manchester City contract expires at the end of June.
      The German international was heavily linked with a move to City’s Premier League rivals Arsenal.
      But Spanish media have now claimed his wife Sara Arfaoui – a French model and TV presenter – has been calling on Gundogan to join Barcelona “for years”.
      She is said to have been the “one who pushed the hardest to make it happen”.
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      And supporters of the LaLiga winners were quick to praise her for helping complete her husband’s transfer – which is set to be a two-year deal.
      One said: “Our new queen.”
      Another added: “Ladies and gents, we have a new favourite 💐.”
      A third responded: “Her Majesty The Queen. Thank you for your service.”
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      Sara married Gundogan last yearCredit: Instagram @sarabenamira
      She is understood to have wanted to move to Barcelona for a number of yearsCredit: Instagram @sarabenamira
      Sara has immediately received positives messages from Barcelona fansCredit: Rex
      And a fourth replied: “Legend in my book.”
      Gundogan, 32, who came to England from Borussia Dortmund in 2016, was instrumental in Man City’s historic Treble-winning season – in which they captured the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup.
      The former Borussia Dortmund lit the blue touch paper in the FA Cup final against Manchester United with a superb volley after just 12 seconds – before he added the winner in the second half.
      But he was coy about his future after helping City secure their second of three trophies.
      He said: “To be honest, I don’t need these kinds of days to feel appreciated and to feel special in this club.
      “I know that, that’s why I’m here seven years, all the ups and downs that I’ve had so far.
      “Nothing is decided yet, so we’re going to see what is going to happen.”
      Sara is a French model and TV presenterCredit: Instagram @sarabenamira
      Sara has nearly 650,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @sarabenamira More

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      lkay Gundogan’s transfer to Barcelona ‘CONFIRMED’ in bitter blow for Arsenal as LaLiga giants swoop in at eleventh hour

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      BARCELONA have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Ilkay Gundogan, it’s been claimed.The Manchester City midfielder is set to become a free agent at the end of the month following the expiration of his contract at Eastlands.
      Ilkay Gundogan will become a free agent at the end of the monthCredit: GETTY
      Spanish giants Barcelona have reportedly swooped for the Germany internationalCredit: REX
      The 32-year-old is said to have agreed a two-year deal at the Nou CampCredit: REX
      Gundogan was offered a new one-year deal at the Etihad but snubbed the offer in order to move onto pastures new.
      And according to reports, the Germany international has decided to join Spanish giants Barcelona.
      It’s claimed Gundogan has inked a two-year deal at the Nou Camp with the option of a further 12 months.
      Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano tweeted: “Ilkay Gundogan to Barcelona, here we go!
      “Final approval arrived on [the] club side to register him as [a] new signing, green light from the player.
      “It’s done deal, signed [a] few minutes ago.
      “Gundogan has agreed a two-year deal valid until June 2025 with option for [a] further year.”
      Barcelona’s reported snapping up of Gundogan will be a hammer blow to City’s Premier League rivals Arsenal.
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      Gunners boss Mikel Arteta was hoping to lure the City fan favourite to the Emirates this summer to boost his side’s chances of Prem glory next season.
      But the prospect of playing his football at the Nou Camp and winning a third domestic title in as many countries has seemingly been too much for the midfielder to resist.
      Gundogan, 32, was instrumental in Manchester City’s historic treble-winning season – in which they captured the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup.
      The former Borussia Dortmund lit the blue touch paper in the FA Cup final against Manchester United earlier this month with a superb volley after just 12 seconds.
      Ilkay Gundogan lifted the Champions League trophy in his final Manchester City appearanceCredit: GETTY
      But he was coy about his future after helping City secure their second of three trophies.
      He said: “To be honest, I don’t need these kinds of days to feel appreciated and to feel special in this club.
      “I know that, that’s why I’m here seven years, all the ups and downs that I’ve had so far.
      “Nothing is decided yet, so we’re going to see what is going to happen.” More

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      Chelsea agree fee with Man City for Mateo Kovacic transfer and fans can’t believe how cheap it is

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      MANCHESTER CITY have reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign Mateo Kovacic for £30million, according to reports.The Premier League champions had already come to an understanding with the Croatian, 29, regarding personal terms.
      Mateo Kovacic is set to sign for Manchester CityCredit: Getty
      And transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has now confirmed the two English clubs have settled on a £30m fee, with £25m of it upfront.
      Kovacic is expected to undergo a medical in the next few days.
      And football fans have been left stunned by the bargain price Pep Guardiola has managed to secure for the former Real Madrid man.
      One said: “Amazing player for Man City, only £25m. Kovacic will better than Gundogan [in his] prime at Man City. Let’s see next season.”
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      Another added: “£25million for their greatest midfielder ever? We really fleeced them 😭.”
      A third replied: “£25m😂😂😂😂. Get IN.”
      And a fourth responded: “What a signing for Pep!”
      Kovacic was set to enter the final year of his contract at Stamford Bridge.
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      But now he is poised to join Man City’s formidable Treble-winning squad as the European champions eye a sixth Premier League title in seven seasons under Guardiola.
      Speaking recently about his future, Kovacic told Nacional via the Evening Standard: “I have one more year with Chelsea, this season was very bad.
      “Everything is going towards the fact that after five good years I will change, but in football anything can happen.

      “Right now, I’m focused on Croatia and the Nations League.
      “Manchester City is a top team and deserves to be in the Champions League final.
      “That’s what I have to say. The summer is long, we’ll see what happens.
      “Chelsea is phenomenal for me. I love the city and the fans, they love me, I have wonderful memories of Chelsea. We’ll see what happens.”
      Man City have also been linked with a move for Arsenal target Declan Rice. More

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      Kyle Walker ‘in talks’ to make major transfer U-turn amid rumours of move to Champions League giants Bayern Munich

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      MANCHESTER CITY star Kyle Walker could make a dramatic U-turn amid speculation linking him with a move to Bayern Munich.Walker was reportedly expected to join Bayern following a sensational Treble-winning campaign that saw him win the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League with City.
      Manchester CIty star Kyle Walker has been linked with a move to Bayern MunichCredit: Getty
      Walker is holding talks with Manchester City over a contract extensionCredit: Getty
      According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, however, the right-back is holding talks with the Citizens over a potential contract extension.
      The Bundesliga champions still want to sign the England international but City manager Pep Guardiola wants to hold onto him.
      Romano tweeted: “Man City and Kyle Walker are in talks over contract extension.
      “Sources believe this is still a possibility despite interest from Bayern.
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      “Bayern want Walker but City are still in talks to discuss Kyle’s stay.”
      Walker’s contract runs out in 2024, which means City could lose him for free next year if he stays without penning a new deal.
      Bayern manager Thomas Tuchel is a big admirer of the 33-year-old, whom he watched during his time in Chelsea’s dugout.
      The Bavarians are rigorously searching for a right-back during the summer transfer window.
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      And the German giants are determined to sign from the top shelf after refusing to turn Walker’s City team-mate Joao Cancelo’s loan deal into a permanent stay.
      City are also looking to upgrade in defence despite a stunning campaign at home and abroad.
      That is why Guardiola is very keen to land RB Leipzig star Josko Gvardiol. More

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      Burnley boss Vincent Kompany tipped to manage ex-club Manchester City one day

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      VINCENT KOMPANY has been tipped as a Manchester City manager of the future – by one of his Burnley stars.The Belgian took the Clarets back to the Premier League at the first attempt and the second-tier champions face the Treble winners in the new season kick-off on August 11 at Turf Moor.
      Vincent Kompany led Burnley to the Championship title in his first season in chargeCredit: Getty
      Kompany was linked with the Tottenham job this summer but is staying at the Premier League newboysCredit: PA
      City boss Pep Guardiola reckons it is ‘written in the stars’ that the legendary defender Kompany will get a crack at the Etihad hotseat.
      And Burnley full-back Connor Roberts says his team-mates are relieved that the 37-year-old, linked with Tottenham this summer, has stayed put in Lancashire.
      But he concedes his boss Kompany is primed to reach the very top in management.
      Roberts said: “Vincent will go and have that Man City job one day. I can’t express how good Vincent and his staff are.
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      “I thought I knew quite a lot about football about how to play and what to do. But this season working with them, now I know a lot more.
      “There was relief, he’s a brilliant manager. To know they are going to be there going forward is brilliant because you learn so much from them.”
      Roberts says he can see the similarities between Guardiola and Kompany with City’s style having an influence on the way Burnley play.
      The Wales defender, 27, has been given the John Stones role by moving into midfield as an inverted full-back.
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      Roberts added: “They are similar, 100 per cent. I watch Man City and we aren’t them but I see massive similarities in the way we are asked to play. We might not be able to do it as good as they can.
      “But you do see similarities. Vincent and his staff are so good at getting their point across about what they expect of you.
      “When I watch games now, the messages he portrays come into your head.
      “You know what to do in every situation from build up to attack to defending in different parts of the pitch. You know where you should be in every moment of the game.
      “At the start of the season I played right centre-back and the manager pulled me in after three or four games. He said the role I was playing was very important.
      “I thought, ‘I’ll try my best and if I’m asked to do that and do it very well then I’m going to stay in the team’. I was a scholar at Swansea as a central midfielder so I knew what to expect.
      “I have enjoyed the new role massively. The hardest part is when you have players behind you and you’re not used to checking your shoulder or turning into them. I have done fairly well.
      “It’s something I never thought I could see myself doing when I was playing right wing for Swansea under Graham Potter.
      “I had no interest in being a coach or a manager before but working with Vincent and his staff means I might want to see if I can do it at a later date.
      “It helps that we have a lot of the ball. It will be interesting to see if I’m asked to play in the same way in the Premier League next season.”
      Burnley’s non-internationals returned to pre-season training on June 5 – even before City had finished their campaign.
      Roberts, who played for Wales in their embarrassing 4-2 home Euro 2024 qualifying loss to Armenia on Friday, said: “The manager didn’t want the boys to have eight weeks off since we finished.
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      “There is only a handful of first team players there.
      They put in the work and hopefully that will help us next season going into it with everybody ready and ticked over with not too long a time off. Then it could only affect us positively.” More

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      Man Utd in desperate bid to complete transfer for club legend’s twin sons after both were snapped up by Man City

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are bidding to nab club legend Darren Fletcher’s twin sons from neighbours City for a “substantial fee”.Jack and Tyler Fletcher, 16, are rated among Britain’s best young talents.
      Man Utd technical director Darren Fletcher, seen with manager Erik ten Hag, could soon see sons Jack and Tyler join him at Old TraffordCredit: PA
      Jack Fletcher has stuck with England U-16s but twin brother Tyler has how opted to play for ScotlandCredit: INSTAGRAM @ tylerfletch24
      And The Athletic say United asked City about a double deal last week.
      The Manchester-born duo can’t turn pro until they are 17 next March.
      But it’s claimed there’s already a queue of clubs looking to sign them.
      They are said to favour United, where their ex-Scotland star dad is now technical director.
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      Like Fletcher senior, his sons are central midfielders.
      So far they’ve progressed up the ranks with City.
      In contrast, their 80-cap father Darren, 39, won the Premier League five times in 12 years with first club United and the Champions League in 2008.
      One difference, though, is the choice his sons are making internationally.
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      Jack has opted for England Under-16s, with Tyler picking Scotland.
      And in fact they’ve even locked horns for the Auld Enemies.
      United’s interest comes as they try to revive the proud traditions of their academy after seeing City overtake them for producing youngsters. More