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      Mystery as Man Utd send scout to watch Porto despite moving on from top transfer target

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      MANCHESTER UNITED sent scouts to watch Porto play, according to reports in Portugal. Porto beat Gil Vicente 2-1 with Ivan Jaime and Eustaquio scoring their goals.
      Man Utd sent scouts to watch Porto play, according to reports in PortugalCredit: EPA
      And they did so in front of United officials, Lisbon-based paper A Bola report.
      It is claimed no player in particular were on the scout’s radar.
      But officials were said to be there spying ahead of the January transfer window.
      Erik ten Hag’s side were heavily linked with Porto keeper Diogo Costa as they looked to replace David de Gea in the summer.
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      But they ultimately ended up signing Andre Onana for £47million from Inter Milan instead.
      So it could be unlikely that they were keeping tabs on Costa.
      United have suffered injuries at left-back this season with Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia out injured.
      They signed Sergio Reguilon from Tottenham as cover but it is possible United were scouting Porto’s Wendell.
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      Another Porto player in-demand is striker Mehdi Taremi, who has been linked with Chelsea, Tottenham and United in the past.
      Taremi – who scored against England during the winter World Cup – has two goals in his seven games so far this season.
      United did add to their firing line in the summer with the £72m signing of Rasmus Hojlund from Atalanta.
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      TNT Sports host leaves fans speechless with ‘beautiful’ outfit as she heads to North London derby with ‘wrong crowd’

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      TNT SPORTS host Reshmin Chowdhury went to cover the North London derby with the “wrong crowd”.Chowdhury headed off to the Emirates to watch her beloved Tottenham take on Arsenal in a crunch Premier League clash.

      Reshmin Chowdhury headed to the North London derby with the “wrong crowd”Credit: Twitter @ReshminTV
      Choudhury was accompanied by two Arsenal fans as she went to watch her beloved TottenhamCredit: Twitter @ReshminTV
      And the reporter shared a clip showing her being accompanied by two Gooner friends who donned the Gunners’ jersey.
      Chowdhury posted on Twitter: “North London Derby vibes with the wrong crowd.
      “The bantz is friendly right now. It’s about to turn vicious.”
      However, it was all in good fun and set up a good example of North London rivals coming together.

      Chowdhury said: “So hello hello, off to the North London derby with a couple of mates.
      “Except, the couple of mates are [turns camera on them], look what they’re wearing [Arsenal shirts]. Look what they’re wearing.
      “This is just disgusting, these are like my brothers from other mothers.
      “Do you know what my mum said when I told her I was going with you two [in Bengali]? ‘You’re going with your two enemies?’ Which is basically what we’re doing.
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      “Anyway, on our way. Come on you Spurs! Come on big Ange [Postecoglou]!”
      That was when Chowdhury’s friends started to jokingly boo and cheer for Arsenal.
      But the journalist’s fans rallied behind her on social media ahead of the big game.
      One supporter posted: “Looking beautiful as ever.”
      Choudhury works as a presenter for TNT Sports and has amassed a large followingCredit: Getty
      Another commented: “Reshmin you are not from this world.”
      A third said: “You need new mates for today.”
      This fan stated: “Holy Moly Reshmin! You are such a stunner love!”
      And that one wrote: “COYS.” More

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      Saka branded ‘savage’ for copying Tottenham star’s celebration v Spurs – and it’s not first time Arsenal ace has done it

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      ARSENAL fans hailed Bukayo Saka a “savage” after the winger used James Maddison’s celebration against Tottenham.Saka, 22, contributed to the Gunners’ opening goal on Sunday after his shot was turned in by Cristian Romero.
      Bukayo Saka copied Maddison’s celebration during the North London DerbyCredit: Getty
      James Maddison usually uses a darts-themed celebrationCredit: Reuters
      He then wheeled away and proceeded to use Maddison’s darts-themed celebration.
      Fans took to social media to react, with one person writing: “Saka showing his savage side by copying Maddison’s celebration.”
      Another added: “Saka pulling out Maddison’s celebration after his goal… fair play.”
      A third commented: “Saka absolutely roasting James Maddison and his celebration. We fully approve!!!”
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      While a fourth wrote: “Bukayo Saka hitting the James Maddison celebration in a North London Derby is ELITE.”
      Some fans were also quick to point out that Saka also copied Marcus Rashford’s trademark celebration after scoring against Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium last season.
      Arsenal broke the deadlock in the 26th minute of the match, but they only had an advantage for 16 minutes.
      Just before half time, Maddison broke past Saka on the left before cutting inside and setting the ball to Son Heung-min, who fired the Lilywhites level.
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      Saka also copied Rashford’s signature celebration after scoring against Man Utd in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      Marcus Rashford has his own trademark celebrationCredit: Getty
      Arsenal were handed a huge blow before kick-off when Mikel Arteta revealed that Leandro Trossard was unavailable due to injury.
      The Gunners also had to line-up without Gabriel Martinelli, who picked up a hamstring injury against Everton last weekend. More

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      Alex Scott issues statement on Football Focus after public spat with Dan Walker over ‘struggling’ BBC show

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      ALEX SCOTT tweeted a cheeky dig after her public spat with Dan Walker about Football Focus. Scott replaced Walker on the BBC show but the former presenter claimed it was “struggling” with viewership.
      Alex Scott released an update on Football Focus after her public spat with Dan WalkerCredit: BBC
      But ex-Arsenal star Scott – who hit back at Walker with an ‘interesting’ meme – boasted about the show’s viewing figures.
      She posted on X: “Thank you to everyone who tuned into Football Focus your support for such an iconic show means so much to everyone who works across it.
      “Viewing figures double that of anything on TV at that time yesterday.
      “Have a bless Sunday and See you at the Emirates you gunners.”
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      Walker was host of Football Focus for 12 years, but he was replaced by Scott in 2021.
      There were reports the iconic show faced the axe after a dramatic drop in viewing figures.
      But the BBC did deny that the fan favourite was at risk of coming to an end.
      Still, Walker posted online: “It’s hard to see Football Focus struggling. I loved it growing up and it was an honour to present it and I still miss it.
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      “We poured everything into that show each week and worked hard to keep it relevant. I hope it stays part of the TV landscape.”
      Scott replied with a GIF from kids TV show Drake & Josh, showing Miranda Cosgrove’s character Megan sipping a drink and saying: “Interesting.”
      Walker responded: “I’m not saying you haven’t Alex. It’s a saturated market and it’s hard work every week. I hope you have a good show today.”
      Dan Walker said Football Focus was ‘struggling’Credit: Getty More

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      Gary Neville calls out Tottenham star for doing ‘the worst thing you could do’ in Arsenal clash

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      GARY NEVILLE has slammed Cristian Romero after his own goal in the North London derby.The Tottenham defender deflected Bukayo Saka’s strike into his own net to give Arsenal the lead.
      Cristian Romero was criticised by Gary Neville for sticking his leg outCredit: Sky Sports
      Romero deflected Bukayo Saka’s shot into the netCredit: Sky Sports
      Saka had cut inside from the right before going for goal from the edge of the box.
      However, his effort appeared to be going wide before hitting Romero’s outstretched leg and nestling in the corner.
      Speaking on commentary for Sky Sports, Neville fumed: “That’s the worst thing you could do,” as he reacted to Romero’s error.
      He also went on to add that Romero was “rash wafting his leg at that”.

      The own goal saw the Gunners break the deadlock at the Emirates Stadium, having been kept out by Spurs for the opening 26 minutes.
      Romero was again partnering summer signing Micky van de Ven in central defence for Ange Postecoglou’s side.
      The World Cup winner has started each of Spurs’ matches so far this season.
      He has even chipped in with two goals at the right end, scoring against both Brentford and Burnley already this term.
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      Fortunately for Romero, Spurs pulled themselves level again before half-time.
      Captain Heung-min Son’s goal tied the game at 1-1 just minutes before the interval. More

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      Jesse Lingard has Premier League transfer interest WITHDRAWN after training with Steven Gerrard’s Al-Ettifaq

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      WEST HAM are no longer interested in signing Jesse Lingard, according to reports.The midfielder had been training with the Hammers since August but will not be returning to the club permanently.
      West Ham are no longer interested in signing Jesse LingardCredit: Getty
      According to The Athletic, West Ham have withdrawn their interest in signing the free agent.
      Lingard joined up with David Moyes’ side as he searched for a new club this summer.
      He has been a free agent since his one-year deal with Nottingham Forest expired at the end of June.
      The 30-year-old even featured in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Ipswich earlier this month.
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      Lingard previously spent the second half of the 2020/21 season on loan at the London Stadium, scoring nine goals and providing five assists in 16 matches.
      Wolves had also reportedly been interested in a move for Lingard but a deal never materialised for the former Manchester United star.
      West Ham’s withdrawal of their interest comes with Lingard now in Saudi Arabia to train with Al-Ettifaq.
      He has joined up with Steven Gerrard’s side and is expected to spend a month training with the Saudi Pro League outfit.
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      Gerrard has already brought Jordan Henderson and Demarai Gray to the club from the Premier League since his appointment.
      Al-Ettifaq are currently fourth in the Saudi Pro League with five wins and just one loss from their opening seven matches. More

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      Arsenal fans bemoan ‘injury CRISIS’ as Arteta reveals latest star to be sidelined ahead of North London derby

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      ARSENAL winger Leandro Trossard is not available for the North London Derby due to a muscular injury, Mikel Arteta has revealed.Speaking on Sky Sports, the Spaniard explained: “He felt something. He felt a muscle tightness yesterday in training and he wasn’t fit enough to play the game.”
      Leandro Trossard will not be involved in the North London Derby due to a muscle issueCredit: Alamy
      Gabriel Martinelli is also unavailableCredit: Getty
      Trossard was expected to replace Gabriel Martinelli in the starting line-up.
      The Brazilian picked up a hamstring injury during last week’s match against Everton and has not been able to train since.
      With both wingers absent, Gabriel Jesus is set to start on the left, with Eddie Nketiah leading the line for Arteta’s side.
      Arsenal fans have now started to brand the club’s current situation as an “injury crisis”.
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      One person tweeted: “Partey, Martinelli, Trossard, Timber. That’s an injury crisis and the fact we are excited by this 11 just shows the strength in depth in this squad is now at the elite level.”
      Another added: “Timber, Martinelli and now Trossard 😭.”
      While a third fan wrote: “Key players getting injured will cost Arsenal trophies yet again. What is the staff doing? Something doesn’t add up.”
      Fabio Vieira has also been named in the starting line-up, with Kai Havertz dropping to the bench.
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      Martin Odegaard, who signed a new five-year deal earlier this week, starts in midfield alongside Declan Rice.
      And David Raya keeps his spot in goal, with Ben White, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Gabriel Magalhaes and William Saliba in defence.
      Meanwhile, Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has named summer signing Brennan Johnson in his starting line-up.
      It will be the former Nottingham Forest star’s first start for Spurs. More

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      Man Utd plot January transfer for Adrien Rabiot to bolster midfield but face competition from Premier League rivals

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Newcastle are both battling it out to sign Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot, according to reports.The Red Devils have been heavily linked with a swoop for the Frenchman since last summer.
      Man Utd and Newcastle both want to sign Adrien RabiotCredit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag allegedly launched another attempt to sign him in June, but talks collapsed shortly before he signed a one-year contract extension with Juventus.
      United are now eyeing a potential January deal, but they face competition from Premier League rivals Newcastle.
      According to Italian outlet Calciomercato, the Magpies want to sign Rabiot as part of their efforts to strengthen their presence in Europe.
      However, Massimiliano Allegri wants to tie him down to a new contract.
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      Rabiot, 28, joined Juventus in a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain in 2019 and has since made 181 appearances.
      The midfielder scored 11 goals and provided six assists last season after experiencing a resurgence under Allegri.
      And he believes he should’ve received a Ballon d’Or nomination for his efforts.
      He told L’Equipe: “I can’t deny that it hurts because I had an important season.
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      “Then, seeing some other names, I think it was not logical. Sometimes two good Champions League games are enough, but those deciding do not consider the entire season.”
      Man Utd boss Ten Hag spent over £180million this summer in a bid to improve his squad.
      Rasmus Hojlund, Mason Mount, Andre Onana, Altay Bayindir and Jonny Evans all signed permanent deals before deadline day, while Sergio Reguilon and Sofyan Amrabat joined on loan.
      However, the Red Devils have endured a poor start to the season with three wins and three defeats in six games. More