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      Liverpool ‘believe they CAN complete shock transfer for Mbappe’ and have ‘been in contact with his team for SIX YEARS’

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      LIVERPOOL still believe they can complete a shock move for Kylian Mbappe after SIX YEARS of talks with his camp, French reports say. Mbappe’s PSG future remains in doubt after he refused an extension of the contract this summer, which expires at the end of the season.
      Liverpool still believe they can sign Kylian Mbappe, French reports sayCredit: Alamy
      Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal made a world record bid of £257million for Mbappe but the player had no interest in a move.
      Real Madrid looked the most likely destination for the 2018 World Cup winner, who was banished to play with PSG’s B-team.
      Mbappe has since returned – after summer exits for Neymar and Lionel Messi – and he has since scored 12 goals in as many matches.
      But with the forward still yet to sign a new deal, which is entering its final six months, a transfer away looks increasingly more likely.
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      According to L’Equipe, a contract renewal is not being ruled out but Liverpool are a club named who hope to capitalise on the situation.
      The Reds tried to sign Mbappe in 2017 before he joined PSG from Monaco, with Jurgen Klopp said to have met for talks with the star.
      And it is claimed the club and Mbappe’s reps have remained in contact in the period since.
      But Madrid lead the race to sign the attacker.
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      Mbappe’s future took a further twist following the news he could be forced to axe his own mum as his agent,  according to Marca.
      Under a new Fifa rule, Lamari does not have the required licence to be a registered agent.
      As a result she has not been listed on the Fifa Agent Platform and cannot represent any footballer.
      This applies to negotiating player contracts and collecting payment for her involvement in deals.
      Lamari will not be able to obtain the relevant licence until May 2024 and will have to pass an exam first.
      She also risks being reported to Fifa if she continues to serve as Mbappe’s representative, which could land both of them a hefty fine.
      Kylian Mbappe could be forced to axe his mum Fayza LamariCredit: Getty More

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      Alex Scott CONFIRMS Jess Glynne romance with a kiss days after leaving Halloween bash together

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      ALEX SCOTT and Jess Glynne have confirmed their romance after they were spotted sharing a kiss on Friday.Scott, 39, and Glynne, 34 were seen strolling arm by arm in Central London today.
      The two were spotted at Wimbledon together this summerCredit: Getty
      They sat together at The Attitude Awards last monthCredit: Rex
      And were seen laughing and joking togetherCredit: Rex
      The two were in good spirits and were seen laughing together before stopping for a kiss.
      They then went their separate ways at Great Portland Street station.
      Both were wearing all black on the cozy stroll and wrapped up in puffer jackets.
      The public outing comes amid months of speculation about their relationship.
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      They have been spotted at the same events for a number of months now.
      They both attended The Haunted House of Friends Halloween party presented by Casamigos Tequila in London.
      The pair posed separately for photos but headed home together according to friends.
      And last month they were pictured sitting next to each other at the 2023 Attitude Awards at the Roundhouse in Camden.
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      Scott and Glynne have been spotted at a number of award ceremonies togetherCredit: Getty
      The two posed for an event together in May, but have been keeping a low-profile since thenCredit: Rex
      Guests spotted the rumoured couple arriving at the event in the same car but they made an effort to exit the vehicle separately.
      They also posed separately for pictures at the LGBTQ+ awards bash before heading inside together.

      Rumours of the couple’s relationship first sprung up when they were spotted together court side at Wimbledon.
      On Jess and Alex’s relationship, a friend told The Sun: “Alex and Jess have been a slow burn and they didn’t want to rush things or go public too soon.
      “But they’re officially an item now and seem really happy. They are both strong, independent women with a shared passion and respect of their respective careers, supporting one another from the sidelines.
      “It’s still early days for them, but they’ve met one another’s mates and everyone is super happy for them.” More

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      How West Ham could line up after January transfer window with new striker & Man Utd duo as Sheikh Jassim lines up bid

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      WEST HAM could have a very different look in January as they eye up a new striker and a Manchester United duo.Qatari royal Sheikh Jassim is reportedly ready to purchase a stake in the Hammers after being snubbed by United.
      Feyenoord’s Santiago Gimenez is on West Ham’s radarCredit: Getty
      Sheikh Jassim could plot revenge on Man Utd and bid for a stake at West HamCredit: AFP
      The Sheikh wanted a complete £5billion or the Red Devils, with the Glazers instead preferring to sell a smaller stake to Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
      And some of that money could now find its way to East London instead.
      That means manager David Moyes could be for a very busy January transfer window.
      Top of the Scotsman’s list is a new striker, with Danny Ings is yet to prove to be of any competition to No9 Michail Antonio.
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      Mexican hot-shot Santiago Gimenez may be the man to change that, following his remarkable goal-scoring form for Feyenoord.
      Tottenham, Arsenal, Newcastle, Inter Milan, AC Milan, Juventus, Napoli, Lazio, Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid all have their eyes on the 22-year-old.
      And there is a valid reason for that as so far this term he has scored 15 times in 11 outings in all competitions.
      The East London side did spark interest in the striker during the summer, but Gimenez ended up securing a long-term deal with the Eredivisie side until 2027.
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      West Ham are in line to make a move on Manchester United duo Anthony Martial and Harry MaguireCredit: Reuters
      That means he will not come cheap in the new year, as the Rotterdam club have already valued their frontman at £40million.
      And Moyes could move for United’s Anthony Martial if a deal for Gimenez cannot be done.
      The Frenchman, still only 27, is in desperate need of a career lifeline.
      The injury-plagued striker has not completed a full Premier League game since January 2021.
      But Martial’s experience, with over 300 games for United, could be a useful asset to Moyes, alongside right winger Jarrod Bowen.
      And Martial could not be the only out-of-favour Red Devil moving to the London Stadium, with the Hammers ready to try again for Harry Maguire.
      The Hammers offered £20m for the former United captain in the summer, but saw their bid rejected by the player.
      However, Maguire has since hinted that he could leave in January ahead of Euro 2024 if he continues to receive limited game time.
      England stalwart Maguire’s experience would certainly be beneficial to Nayef Aguerd in the West Ham backline.
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      But a cheaper option would be Club America’s Uruguay centre-back Sebastian Caceres.
      The Hammers could seal a deal with the 24-year-old in January for as little as £6million.
      West Ham are set to rekindle their interest in Harry MaguireCredit: Getty
      West Ham are also eyeing up another Man Utd star Anthony MartialCredit: Alamy More

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      Five clubs Dele Alli could transfer to as Everton look to renegotiate Tottenham deal to avoid £10million payment

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      EVERTON are looking to renegotiate their £10million fee for Dele Alli with Tottenham as Sean Dyche prepares to reintegrate the midfielder back into his side.A clause will kick in after Dele makes 20 appearances for The Toffees and he is currently on 13.
      Dele in one of his 13 appearances in an Everton shirtCredit: PA
      Earlier this summer, Dele Alli sat down with Gary Neville to bravely open up about his childhood trauma which caused an addiction to sleeping pills while he was playing.
      After spending this summer in rehab, he has been looking to make a return to the Everton first team, but that was thrown off track by a groin injury that required surgery last month.
      It’s understood that Everton would like Tottenham to waive or bring down the £10m fee to allow Dyche to help the player find his feet again – without the financial pressure that will build with every appearance.
      Everton are already facing a points penalty for financial fair play breaches so will do what they can to avoid paying the £10m sum to Spurs.
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      Here are some clubs Dele could join if The Toffees opt not to pay the fee…
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      Gerrard has brought British players across to SaudiCredit: Getty
      Steven Gerrard has shown that he is keen to bring British players over to the Saudi league and already raided Everton for Demarai Gray this summer.
      A high-profile player like Dele would be attractive to Saudi owners and he would no doubt be well renumerated were he to make the move.
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      He would also be linking up with Jordan Henderson, who he has experience of working with in England squads of the past.
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      A Dele transfer could be an attractive prospect for BeckhamCredit: Getty
      A move to the MLS could provide a safe landing spot for Dele to regain his form.
      David Beckham could look to add an English player to his Inter Miami side and the tenacity and guile of Dele would be an interesting prospect.
      LA Galazy is another option and would allow him to move closer to his girlfriend Cindy Kimberley.
      MK Dons
      Dele is an MK Dons legendCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      Dele tore up League One as a youngster for MK Dons before making his big move to Tottenham Hotspur.
      A product of the Dons academy, he is Milton Keynes’ most famous boy-done-good and a return would certainly be a romantic one.
      But with The Dons 12th in League Two, a move there certainly seems below his level.
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      Fellow former Spurs star Jermain Defoe enjoyed a late career renaissance when he made the trip north of the border and there is no reason why Dele couldn’t do the same.
      New manager Philippe Clement is currently experiencing an injury crisis and the injection of Dele could give the team a much needed fillip.
      Former team-mate Joe Hart has also seen his career go from strength to strength at Celtic so the example is there for Dele to follow.
      Spurs?
      A move to Spurs would only continue the good vibes Spurs are experiencing under PostecoglouCredit: AFP
      With the complicated nature of Dele’s transfer to Everton it has been speculated in the past that he could be sent back to Spurs.
      This is not a realistic possibility as Dele’s transfer to Everton is permanent despite rumours to the contrary.
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      But if Everton were to let Dele go, there is a scenario where he might at least train with his former club for fitness.
      His style of play when he’s in his pomp is similar to players Ange Postecoglou has preferred in the past and most Spurs fans would certainly be up for a romantic reunion. More

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      England and Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze set to ‘TREBLE current salary’ in new deal with mammoth release clause

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      EBERECHI EZE is set to treble his current salary as Crystal Palace get set to offer the star a new contract.The Eagles are keen to keep the midfielder in their long-term plans and are ready to put a mammoth release clause in the new contract.
      Crystal Palace are set to treble Eberechi Eze’s salary in new dealCredit: Getty
      It would be a huge boost for the Londoners who are working to tie down their biggest stars.
      In recent months Michael Olise, Jordan Ayew and Sam Johnstone all put their names down to stay with the Eagles.
      And now the 25-year-old is set to follow in their footsteps after rejecting several offers from other clubs during the summer.
      One club in particular was Manchester City who had Eze under their radar with Pep Guardiola believed to be a big fan.
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      But Palace are now closing in on keeping the England international with a new contract that is set to treble his current salary.
      According to TEAMTalk a hefty release clause will be included in the new deal but the exact amount is yet to be decided.
      Eze moved to Selhurst Park in 2020 and signed a five-year deal – he has since made 98 appearances and scored 16 goals.
      With his contract due to run out in the summer of 2025, the Eagles currently rate the midfielder around £50million.
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      The talented midfielder has lined up 15 assists and has a goal contribution every 3.1 times he plays.
      He made his senior debut for England in June – coming on as a 70th-minute substitute for James Maddison in a 4–0 Uefa Euro 2024 qualifying win against Malta.
      Eze then made his secondnd England appearance against Scotland in September.
      Meanwhile, Crystal Palace fans will be happy to hear the club is also eyeing up new deals for defenders Marc Guehi and Joachim Andersen. More

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      Roy Hodgson forced to apologise to Crystal Palace stars over furious outburst after Tottenham defeat

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      CRYSTAL PALACE manager Roy Hodgson has revealed he apologised to some of the club’s young players for comments he made after their defeat to Tottenham.The Eagles suffered a 2-1 loss to Ange Postecoglou’s side last Friday.
      Roy Hodgson has revealed he apologised to some of Crystal Palace’s young players for his comments after the Tottenham matchCredit: Getty
      Hodgson called upon youngsters Matheus Franca, 19, Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, 21, and Naouirou Ahamada, 21, during the second half but went on to accuse them of not contributing enough.
      After the match he said: “There was no disappointment today. Maybe the young substitutes, who we like to think we can believe in and would help us to a different level, didn’t show that.
      “They didn’t do anything for us at all, really. We became much weaker when I made the substitutions.
      “But unfortunately, sometimes when the game is drifting away from you one is tempted to do that because we need to see these players.
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      “We certainly didn’t get any help today but we got a lot of help from the first group of players, I thought they were very good.”
      Hodgson has since apologised for his comments and assured fans that he has “great faith” in all of the club’s young players.
      During his pre-match press conference ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash with Burnley, the 76-year-old said: “It was wrong of me to do so in the disappointment of the game.
      “Sometimes (in) the press conference directly after the game one is tempted to say things you certainly shouldn’t say and really I don’t mean.
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      “We have great faith in all of our young players. They’re making progress.
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      “It’s unfair to expect more of them as I’m suggesting I did expect. That’s very unfair of me. I’ve spoken to the three, explained that and apologised.”
      He went on to add: “We are reliant on asking 19-year-olds, on Franca and David Ozoh in particular, they’ve hardly played any football.
      “He (Franca) only played half a game against Monaco (for the Under-21s). To suggest he’s going to go on against Tottenham and change the game, I didn’t expect that.
      “We are happy with them and their development. Maybe the next time they get their chance it might be a stronger (Palace) team and not against Tottenham who are two goals up.”
      Crystal Palace currently sit 13th in the Premier League table with 12 points from 10 games. More

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      Ex-Arsenal transfer chief explains why Gunners made infamous £40m+£1 bid for Suarez, when there was NO release clause

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      ARSENAL’S former transfer chief Dick Law revealed why the club made their infamous £40million and £1 bid for Luis Suarez.The Uruguay international looked set to move to the Emirates Stadium in the summer of 2013 after Liverpool failed to qualify for the Champions League.

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      Luis Suarez was heavily linked with a switch from Liverpool to Arsenal in summer 2013 The now 36-year-old, who plays for Brazilians Gremio, had a clause in his contract with the Reds that they had to inform him of any transfer bid if it was more than £40m.
      And Law insisted that Arsenal were always aware the figure was not a buy-out clause and they simply added the extra pound to kick-start negotiations.
      But Liverpool owner John W. Henry took offence to the offer and, after it was publicised, he tweeted: “What do you think they’re smoking over there?”
      Suarez ended up remaining at Anfield for another season where he was named PFA Player of the Year before sealing a £75m move to Barcelona.
      Several years later and the striker was available for a nominal fee, leaving Barcelona for Atletico Madrid in 2020, where he won the LaLiga title.
      The Gunners’ then-transfer guru Law would later explain that the North London side had never wanted to antagonise their Premier League rivals. More

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      Everton ‘trying to renegotiate Dele Alli transfer with Tottenham’ with £10m bonus payment nearly due

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      EVERTON are trying to renegotiate the deal they struck with Tottenham for Dele Alli, according to reports.The 27-year-old joined the Toffees in January 2022 but has featured just 13 times for the Merseyside club.
      Dele Alli has played just 13 games for EvertonCredit: Getty
      And now they are looking to change the terms of the complex transfer they agreed.
      Everton completed a deal that involved several performance-related clauses.
      Dele was signed on an initial free transfer, but the deal could reach as high as £30million.
      Tottenham are set to receive £10m when Alli plays his 20th game for Everton, although he has not featured for the Premier League side since August 2022.
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      But, as Alli prepares to return from injury in the near-future, manager Sean Dyche has revealed the club have opened discussions with Tottenham about the make-up of the original deal.
      He said: “[Director of football Kevin Thelwell] has had a couple of phone calls, just lightly in the background. ‘Look, where do you see it?’
      “But nothing has changed at the moment.”
      Alli spent some of last season on loan at Besiktas but struggled to re-discover his form in Turkey.
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      Back in July, he bravely opened up about being sexually abused as a child.
      He also revealed he went to rehab for six weeks after suffering an addiction to sleeping pills.
      Meanwhile, Everton’s financial crisis could see them deducted 12 points.
      The Premier League has called for the punishment after the club recorded heavy financial losses over the past three years.
      The Telegraph claims the Toffees are down £371.8million over that time period.
      The Prem’s permitted amount is £105m – less than a third of Everton’s losses.
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