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      Confusion over Lewis Hall transfer as fans spot key difference in Newcastle and Chelsea’s statement

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      LEWIS HALL’S transfer from Chelsea to Newcastle has caused confusion after the two clubs shared conflicting details about the move.The youngster has joined Toon on a season-long loan.
      Fans are confused over whether Lewis Hall’s loan contains an obligatory permanent switchCredit: Getty
      It is understood the deal contains an obligation for Newcastle to make Hall’s switch permanent for £28million, which could rise to £35m after add-ons.
      Newcastle confirmed that detail in their statement announcing Hall’s signing.
      But Chelsea state the Magpies only have an option to make the loan permanent – which would mean the Blues could potentially say no next summer.
      That has left fans baffled, with many believing the loan does include an obligation to buy.
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      One said: “Option to buy???”
      Another added: “You forgot to add with obligation to buy🙄”
      A third wrote: “I wish it was just a loan and not with obligation to buy, he’s better than Chilwell.”
      And another commented: “Why are Chelsea saying it’s an option to buy when the deals an obligation?”
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      Hall is delighted to move to St. James’ Park and is excited by the prospect of Champions League football.
      He said: “I’m very proud. Me and my family are Newcastle fans, and for me and my brother growing up, it was drilled into us that we were Newcastle. It’s a big club and I can’t wait to get started.
      “I got a lot of experience last year in some big fixtures and I was really proud of the way I progressed as a player and a person.
      “To now be here at Newcastle, the club that I’ve supported since I was a kid, I’m honoured and very proud to wear this shirt.
      “It’s very exciting. When you look back on last season and the way the team performed – not just the results, but the performances the team were putting in – it was amazing.
      “There’s so many talented players and we’ve got the Champions League now as well so there’s many different competitions that I know the team will be wanting to do well in, and hopefully get a trophy or two as well.” More

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      Arsenal star Declan Rice gives ‘perfect response’ to Moises Caicedo jibe live on Sky Sports

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      ARSENAL midfielder Declan Rice gave the perfect response to a comment about Moises Caicedo’s transfer fee during a post-match interview with Sky Sports.The Gunners clinched a 1-0 win over Crystal Palace on Monday thanks to a perfectly-executed penalty from Martin Odegaard.
      Rice spoke to Sky Sports at full time and referenced his transfer feeCredit: Sky Sports
      The midfielder joined the Gunners in a £105m transfer last monthCredit: Getty
      Caicedo became the most expensive player in the Premier League when he joined Chelsea last weekCredit: Alamy
      Rice – who was named Player of the Match – spoke to Sky Sports at full-time, but he was quickly hit with a small jibe about his transfer fee.
      The midfielder signed for Arsenal in a £105million transfer from West Ham last month, making him the most expensive player in Premier League history.
      However, that record was broken last week when Caicedo completed a huge £115m move from Brighton to Chelsea.
      Monday Night Football presenter David Jones was eager to bring the record up in the post-match interview with Rice.
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      He said: “Can’t believe Caicedo has already broken your record though, Declan!
      “You can’t be happy with that!”

      To which the midfielder responded: “I had it up on the wall for two weeks, it’s come down already!”
      Fans praised Rice for his “perfect response” to the comment, with one person tweeting: “He’s even entertaining off the pitch! Worth every penny that £105m.”
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      Another added: “Finally some good banter.”
      A third wrote: “Probably the best £105m spent this window from any club.”
      While a fourth commented: “Perfect response.”
      Rice became one of four new additions to the Arsenal squad this summer.
      Kai Havertz joined the club in a £65m transfer from Chelsea before Jurrien Timber followed in a £40m move from Ajax.
      David Raya became Mikel Arteta’s latest signing last week when he joined Arsenal on a season-long loan.
      The Gunners have the option to buy the goalkeeper from Brentford for £27m next summer. More

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      Chelsea vs Luton: Blues look to bounce back from Hammers horror show against Prem new boys – stream, TV, team news

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      CHELSEA welcome Premier League freshmen Luton to West London THIS weekend – and pressure is mounting on Mauricio Pochettino.Goals from Nayef Aguerd, Michail Antonio and Lucas Paqueta saw the Blues suffer a 3-1 defeat to West Ham last Sunday.
      Moises Caicedo failed to impress on his Chelsea debutCredit: Rex
      And British record signing Moises Caicedo got off to the worst possible start having conceded a penalty less than 20 minutes into his debut.
      However, Pochettino will be confident that his men can get their first win of the season against a Luton side who were dismantled by Brighton on the opening weekend.
      But the Hatters’ stadium refurbishment has given them the advantage of more rest time than the Blues.
      When is Chelsea vs Luton?

      Chelsea’s Premier League fixture against Luton will take place on Friday, August 25.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 8pm BST.
      Stamford Bridge in West London is the allocated arena for this match and it can host approximately 40,341 fans.
      The Blues ran out 3-2 winners when the sides last met in a 2022 FA Cup 5th round encounter.

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      What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      Chelsea vs Luton will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
      Coverage is set to commence from 7pm BST – a whole hour before kick-off.
      Fans also have the option to stream the match through NOW TV.
      Alternatively, SunSport will have minute-by-minute coverage of the entire game through our live blog.

      Team news
      Chelsea’s injury woes continue as it has now been confirmed that Carney Chukwuemeka is expected to be unavailable for around six weeks after undergoing knee surgery.
      Carney Chukwuemeka sustained a knee injury against West HamCredit: Rex
      And the midfielder will join Reece James, Christopher Nkunku, Armando Broja, Benoit Badiashile, Malang Sarr, Trevoh Chalobah and Wesley Fofana who are all already in the Blues treatment room.
      Meanwhile, Luton boss Rob Edwards has some injury issues of his own as Dan Potts, Gabriel Osho, Jordan Clark and Reece Burke are set to miss out.
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      While former Chelsea midfielder Ross Barkley is in a race against time to feature at Stamford Bridge again.
      Latest odds

      Chelsea to win 1/4
      Draw 24/5
      Luton to win 9/1

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      Andy Rankin dead at 79: Everton hero and European history-maker passes away as tributes pour in

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      FORMER Everton star Andy Rankin has died aged 79.The ex-Goodison goalkeeper played for the Toffees between 1963 and 1971, with tributes pouring in.
      Andy Rankin played for Everton between 1963 and 1971Credit: Getty
      The goalkeeper played 105 times for the ToffeesCredit: Getty
      Goalkeeper Rankin played 105 times for Everton before joining Watford.
      Concluding a lengthy tribute, the Toffees wrote: “The thoughts of everyone at Everton Football Club are with Andy’s family and friends at this sad time.”
      Rankin’s former Goodison team-mate Joe Royle said: “Andy was a great keeper, very athletic with excellent reflexes. He was brave with it as well.
      “Everton was his team and he was just so unlucky to have Westy [Gordon West] in front of him.
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      “Whenever he played, he never let us down, that’s for sure. I’ll never forget the penalty save against Monchengladbach to take us through.
      “And I am certain that he will forever be the last Everton goalkeeper to drive three-wheeled Robin Reliant! The lads picked it up one day and hid it behind the gym at Bellefield!
      “Andy saw the funny side because he had a great sense of humour himself. He was just a great guy and I am deeply saddened by his passing.”
      Rankin made history during his career by becoming the first goalkeeper to ever make a victory-securing save in a Uefa penalty shoot-out.
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      His big moment came during a European Cup tie with Borussia Monchengladbach in 1970.
      Following a 2-2 aggregate draw, Rankin saved from Ludwig Muller to send his team through.
      He left Goodison in 1971, joining Watford for £20,000.
      Rankin represented the Hornets until 1980, making more than 300 appearances.
      He concluded his career with a two-year spell at Huddersfield, hanging up his boots in 1982.
      Upon news of Rankin’s passing, the Terriers wrote on social media: “We’re all saddened to learn of the passing of our former goalkeeper Andy Rankin, aged 79.
      “Among his achievements, he played 24 times as #htafc clinched the Fourth Division title in May 1980.
      “Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.”
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      Following his playing retirement, Rankin tried his hand at coaching.
      He then switched careers, working at a printing firm until retiring. More

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      Chelsea agree £14m transfer for MLS star Djordje Petrovic after seeing off competition from Man Utd

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      CHELSEA are on the verge of signing New England Revolution goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic.The Blues have been scouting a potential new No 1 since first-choice keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga left to join Real Madrid on a season-long loan.
      Chelsea are on the verge of signing PetrovicCredit: Getty
      They have already signed Robert Sanchez in a £25million transfer from Brighton this summer.
      But, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are now set to raid the MLS for Petrovic.
      Todd Boehly and Co have agreed to pay £12.5m plus £1.5m in add-ons for the New England goalkeeper.
      Petrovic is set to undergo a medical this week before penning a seven-year contract with an option to extend for another season.
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      The 23-year-old will likely play back-up to Sanchez at first, but Chelsea expect him to take over as the new No.1 in the near future.
      Petrovic spent one season in New England after joining from Serbian side FK Cukaricki in April 2022.
      He made 48 appearances for the MLS side and kept 15 clean sheets.
      Manchester United expressed an interest in signing the goalkeeper earlier this summer.
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      The Red Devils started to monitor him but they chose not to launch a bid.
      Instead, they signed Andre Onana in a £47m transfer from Inter Milan. More

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      Man Utd’s Maguire ‘worried he could play rubbish at West Ham and make situation more embarrassing’, says ex-England star

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      GLEN JOHNSON says Harry Maguire is “worried he could play rubbish at West Ham and make the situation even more embarrassing.”The ex-West Ham full-back spoke about Maguire’s failed move to the London Stadium.
      Harry Maguire turned down a move to West HamCredit: Alamy
      Glen Johnson claims Maguire is not confident for a move away to East LondonCredit: Getty
      The Hammers were keen to bring in the former Manchester United captain.
      They had a £30million bid accepted by the Red Devils and the transfer was all agreed.
      But the London Stadium outfit grew so frustrated with waiting for Maguire to agree on personal terms that they walked away.
      Ex-Chelsea, West Ham and England star Johnson, however, claims Maguire is not “confident” enough to make the move to East London.
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      In an interview with Betfred, Johnson said: “If he was confident enough that he would be a success at West Ham, then I believe they would have got the deal done.
      “I think he’s worried that he could still play rubbish at West Ham and then the whole situation is even more embarrassing.
       “I just believe he isn’t as confident enough as he should be taking that move.”
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      Maguire made just eight league starts last season and he’s currently regarded as the fourth-choice centre-back at Old Trafford.
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      The England defender was included on the bench for the Red Devils’ Premier League opener against Wolves.
      Johnson continued: ” I think he needs to play football and show everybody that he’s still good enough to play for England.”
      The Man Utd ace was absent from Erik ten Hag’s squad against Tottenham on Saturday due to a minor injury.
      SunSport revealed West Ham are now looking at other alternatives, such as former Arsenal player Konstantinos Mavropanos who stood out for Stuttgart last season.
      The defender was benched for the Red Devil’s season opener against WolvesCredit: EPA More

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      Women’s World Cup presenter, 32, announces pregnancy after fertility struggles and says ‘I never thought I’d be a mum’

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      FOOTBALL presenter Kelly Somers has announced she is pregnant with her first child.The 32-year-old – who has appeared on the BBC, talkSPORT, Premier League Productions and Optus Sport – declared the news one day after the Women’s World Cup final.
      Somers has announced she is pregnant with her first childCredit: Getty
      She also opened up about her pregnancy journey and battle with fertility issues.
      In an interview with OK!, Somers said: “I never, ever thought I would get to be a mum.
      “I’ve grown up thinking it wouldn’t be possible. I’ve had so many problems, so I just feel incredibly fortunate.
      “At my age, everyone knows someone who’s going through fertility problems or who has a bad story, and I always thought I was going to be one of those stories.”
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      The popular presenter also revealed she was diagnosed with endometriosis before doctors discovered she had polycystic ovaries in 2019.
      Somers added: “It was the biggest relief ever because it fitted and explained everything.
      “But then also, I knew you can’t cure it and it was going to be really hard to conceive.
      “So at the beginning of this year, Max (fiance) and I were thinking: ‘OK, it’s going to take years to have a baby. Let’s see what happens.'”
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      Somers, who is nearing her third trimester, recently returned to the UK after working at the Women’s World Cup for Australian channel Optus Sports.
      England suffered a heartbreaking 1-0 loss to Spain in the final on Sunday.
      But despite the defeat, Somers believes her baby will one day be able to look up to the Lionesses as role models.
      She added: “I’m excited that my baby is going to be born in a generation with the Lionesses as role models.” More

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      Man Utd fans say ‘it should be Antony instead’ as ‘best winger’ set for loan transfer to Premier League rival

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans are fuming at reports linking Facundo Pellistri with a loan move.The Uruguayan winger is set to join Sheffield United on a temporary basis.
      Facundo Pellistri is set to join Sheffield United on loanCredit: Rex
      According to The Telegraph, the Blades are in talks with United with regards to a potential move for the 21-year-old.
      Pellistri has been strongly linked with a loan move throughout the summer, despite coming off the bench in both United’s matches this season.
      Supporters are not happy with the idea of him being allowed to leave, though, with one tweeting: “Should be Antony leaving ffs.”
      Another added: “He’s their best winger right now, don’t get this.”
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      A third fan also wrote: “Would rather loan Antony.”
      Meanwhile, one more commented: “Send Antony there instead.”
      Pellestri impressed fans during pre-season, with several calling for him to be given more minutes this term.
      Since making his United debut in January, he has made just 12 competitive appearances for the club.
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      His opportunities have been limited as he competes with Antony for a starting spot on the right wing.
      However, Antony has started both matches so far this season, although he is yet to score or assist.
      The Brazilian has come in for criticism from fans since arriving at Old Trafford last summer.
      Since his move from Ajax, he has scored eight goals and added three assists in 46 appearances.
      Manchester United fans want Antony to leave insteadCredit: Alamy More