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      Graeme Souness closes in on top new job with Champions League club following Sky Sports departure

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      RANGERS want to sort out a top job for club legend Graeme Souness at the second attempt.The Scottish giants plan to meet their former manager for a final summit after initial talks a few weeks ago.
      Rangers want to sort out a top job for club legend Graeme Souness at the second attemptCredit: Rex
      Souness, 70, would return to Ibrox in some capacity but only if the post was worthwhile and meaningful.
      Gers boss Michael Beale is hands-on in the transfer market and doing much of the work that former director of football Ross Wilson did.
      Souness is based in Dorset but would go back to Glasgow on a regular basis for his boyhood club if the job made a difference.
      The Scot revealed he wanted to stay on with Sky Sports longer.
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      He fought back tears during his final appearance on Sky back in April after 15 years on the platform.
      Speaking to The Guardian, Souness was asked whether it was he or Sky’s decision to part ways, to which he said: “Mutual. I mean, I was keen to stay another year.
      “They thought it would be a good idea that we called it a day, gave their reasons and I accepted that and have zero complaints about Sky.
      “I worked for them maybe 15 years solid – but it’s more like 20 years.
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      “They’ve been great for me, gave me the weekends to look forward to, the buzz of live football.”
      Souness had teased a new job when asked if he will miss Sky.
      He said: “Yes. But I’m talking to other people and we’ll go again. There’s life in the old dog yet.”
      Rangers’ second placed Scottish Premiership finish means they will enter the Champions League at the third qualifying round next season.
      Graeme Souness has left Sky SportsCredit: Getty More

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      Man City mull stunning £90m Frenkie de Jong transfer that would see Treble winners deliver another body blow to Man Utd

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      PEP GUARDIOLA is mulling over a move for Frenkie de Jong — after Manchester City’s boss walked away from a Declan Rice bid.But Barcelona will want up to the £90million that Guardiola was prepared to pay in his attempts to sign West Ham ace Rice.
      Frenkie de Jong has been linked with a move away from Barcelona for some timeCredit: Getty
      Pep Guardiola’s Treble-winning side could go after De Jong this summerCredit: Getty
      The City chief is keen to bring in a new midfielder after Ilkay Gundogan turned down a new deal and opted for a move to the Nou Camp instead.
      Pep ended his interest in Rice when the fee went higher than he was prepared to pay, leaving the way clear for Arsenal.
      Guardiola tried to sign De Jong in 2019, before the Dutchman was swayed by the huge contract at Barca – and he remains a fan.
      He was a major Manchester transfer target a year ago, when his old Ajax boss Erik ten Hag tried to make him one of his first Man Utd signings.
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      But the 26-year-old Dutch star opted to stay in Barcelona and is still in no rush to leave Spain.
      However, he is aware Nou Camp executives are open to a sale in a bid to improve the club’s desperate finances.
      De Jong earns £400,000 a week after tax, has three years left on his agreement and retains the backing of coach Xavi.
      But Barca would like his wages off the books and know that City have cash for a top-class midfielder after the race for Rice.
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      Speaking in February about last summer’s transfer saga involving De Jong, Xavi said: “He was very clear with me. He wanted to stay with us and there was no doubt.
      “He is our player and I am very happy and satisfied with his performance and leadership.
      “He is in a great moment, like the whole team.
      “I think he is having a good time on the field, which is the most important thing.”
      Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag coached De Jong at AjaxCredit: Getty More

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      Fulham line up £20m Yunus Musah transfer as they look to beat AC Milan to World Cup and ex-England U18 star

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      FULHAM are bidding to land United States midfield dynamo Yunus Musah from Valencia in a £20million deal.Cottagers boss Marco Silva has money to spend and hard-running Musah is top of his wish-list — with the Spanish side willing to sell.
      Yunus Musah looks set to leave Valencia this summerCredit: Getty
      AC Milan are looking into a deal with the 20-year-old but insiders have revealed Fulham are “all over” the transfer and hope to pull off a coup.
      New York-born Musah has 24 caps plus European experience, so he is ideal for Fulham as they look to build on a good campaign.
      Musah will be sold to the highest bidder and, despite Milan trying hard to get him, they have yet to reach the asking price.
      The lure of Serie A is big for the player and the possibility of also having fellow American Christian Pulisic joining him there, too.
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      But Fulham think that the chance to come to the Premier League and London is even more attractive.
      Musah already knows English football well, having represented the Three Lions at every level up to U18 before opting for the Stars and Stripes before the World Cup.
      Fulham’s need may increase if a huge bid comes in for star man Joao Palhinha and they are left with a hole to fill.
      The Cottagers also plan to sign up another US international, with a new contract in the pipeline for 25-year-old left-back Antonee Robinson.
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      The defender has attracted interest from Manchester City.
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      But he is now settled in London and could be willing to commit beyond next summer if the terms are right.
      Fulham plan to push the boat out and keep one of their prized assets.
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      Mason Greenwood given lifeline by legendary Premier League manager after charges dropped

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      MASON GREENWOOD has been offered a football lifeline — by his former boss Jose Mourinho at Roma.Mourinho reached out to the troubled Manchester United star over joining the Serie A club on loan.
      Mason Greenwood remains suspended by Manchester UnitedCredit: AFP
      Roma boss Jose Mourinho is said to have contacted GreenwoodCredit: Rex
      Greenwood is still suspended as United chiefs investigate his conduct following his January 2022 arrest to “determine the next steps”.
      Greenwood, 21, was charged with attempted rape, engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour and assault.
      But police confirmed in February that Greenwood “no longer faces criminal proceedings” as the Crown Prosecution Service had dropped all charges.
      The England forward believes a fresh start at United is unlikely, despite manager Erik ten Hag and several team-mates offering him support.
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      Mourinho has contacted the player to offer him a second chance, if United decide to send him on loan or cancel his deal.
      A source said: “Jose rang Mason’s dad and also spoke with Mason. He told him the best way out of his current situation is to start playing football — and that eventually all the hassle will fade away.
      “Mason was pleased that he got in touch and it has lifted his spirits.
      “He wants to get back playing and is just waiting for United to tell him what the future holds.”
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      Other Italian clubs Juventus, Inter Milan and AC Milan have also been linked with the player.
      But Mourinho has a strong bond with Greenwood after giving him a chance as Red Devils boss.
      In 2018, Mourinho picked Greenwood as a 16-year-old to go on their pre-season tour of the US.
      Ex-United ace Nicky Butt revealed Mourinho identified Greenwood as a future first-team star — at 15.
      Butt, who worked at United when Mourinho was boss from 2016 to 2018, said: “I was his academy boss so I wondered what it would be like.
      “The reality was that he was approachable and friendly. He was single-minded and selfish — and that’s what the best managers are.
      “He asked, ‘Who is this kid Greenwood?’ when Mason was 15. He said, ‘Bring him to train with us’, and I said, ‘We can’t, because he’s at school and there are rules’.”
      Former Red Devils defender Chris Smalling — who played with Greenwood — left Old Trafford for Roma on loan in 2019.
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      The 33-year-old has just signed a two-year deal to stay there.
      And ex-Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham also plays for the Italians. More

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      West Ham line up transfer for South American wonderkid, 19, as they look to beat AC Milan to bargain £7.5m winger

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      WEST HAM could make a bargain bid for in- demand South American  sensation Dario Osorio.The winger, 19,  plays for Chilean top-flight side Universidad de Chile and got the first of his two Chile caps last year.
      West Ham could make a bargain bid for in-demand South American  sensation Dario OsorioCredit: Alamy
      Osorio has already turned down a move to Brazil because he wants to come to Europe.
      The Hammers are expected to table an offer around £7.5million this week while AC Milan are also keen on  buying him  and loaning him out.
      Universidad will sell at the right price and West Ham could grab  him in before other Prem clubs act, with Wolves also tracking the star.
      The Hammers are also waiting to find out what Everton midfielder Amadou Onana plans to do.
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      Irons boss David Moyes is keen on the Belgium ace, 21,  but the player would prefer a Champions League club if he moves.
      Meanwhile, West Ham hope to agree payment terms with Arsenal for the £105m transfer of Declan Rice by Monday, SunSport can reveal.
      The Gunners have agreed a deal in principle to sign England star Rice, 24, for a record fee between two British clubs – £100m plus £5m add-ons.
      Despite also agreeing on personal terms, negotiations have continued regarding the payment structure of the upfront £100m sum.
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      Hammers chiefs want it all by the start of 2025 – whereas Arsenal would prefer financially to stagger a section of it across a longer period.
      SunSport now understands that sources close to the deal expect those negotiations to conclude by the start of next week.
      These minor payment issues have never been seen as derailing, but West Ham have been digging their heels in to get the deal they want.
      Arsenal have are closing in on signing Declan RiceCredit: PA More

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      Sheffield United face anxious wait to see if they can complete spectacular triple transfer

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      SHEFFIELD UNITED boss Paul Heckingbottom is willing to wait and hope he can bring back James McAtee on loan from Manchester City.McAtee, dubbed the Salford Silva, looked to have played his last game for Blades after a loan spell that led to promotion.
      James McAtee is being linked with extending his loan spell at Sheffield UnitedCredit: Alamy
      Man City have been looking to find the midfielder, 20, a top-half Premier League or Bundesliga side but Heckingbottom refuses to give up on his pursuit.
      Blades also face an anxious wait to do a deal for 24-year-old Lewis O’Brien, with Nottingham Forest worried about helping a bottom-half rival.
      MLS side DC United want to extend O’Brien’s loan until the end of the year.
      Sheffield United have also offered a deal to Ivory Coast Under-23 attacker Benie Traore, 20, and hope to agree a £5million fee with Swedish side Hacken.
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      Blades think they can land the player for around £1m a year.
      There is currently much speculation surrounding a potential takeover at Bramall Lane.
      But when asked about the possibility of new owners, Heckingbottom said: “Imagine if we waited and waited and hoped that someone buys the club and then that didn’t happen?
      “We’re going to work within the finances we have been given, until something changes. We’d be foolish not to do that.
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      “Everyone is excited about the players we are looking at and the league we’re going into.
      “Everything else, away from that, is nothing to do with me, with us or with the players.
      “So we’ll just focus on our work, what we can control, until we are told anything different.”
      Lewis O’Brien could make the switch from Nottingham Forest to Sheffield UnitedCredit: Ritchie Sumpter/News Images
      Benie Traore is also being linked with a move to the Premier League outfitCredit: Alamy More

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      Hakim Ziyech ‘turned down brutal Al-Nassr request’ as Saudi transfer falls through leaving Chelsea in lurch

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      CHELSEA outcast Hakim Ziyech turned Al-Nassr down after the Saudi giants tried to drastically reduce his wages following his failed medical.Ziyech has been on the lookout for a new club since January when a move to Paris Saint-Germain fell through after a paperwork gaffe that saw the Blues sending the wrong documents on deadline day.
      Chelsea outcast Hakim Ziyech has failed a medical amid interest from Al-NassrCredit: Getty
      That led to a 40 per cent decrease to Ziyech’s wage proposal, which he rejectedCredit: Getty
      The winger is still looking for a way out of Stamford Bridge following a successful World Cup campaign in Qatar that saw Morocco becoming the first ever African country making it to the semi-finals.
      The 30-year-old had been talking with Al-Nassr and looked close to joining Cristiano Ronaldo in a £17million deal.
      However, the move appears to have fallen through after the Morocco international didn’t pass his medical.
      According to sports broadcaster Ben Jacobs, Ziyech flew to Madrid for further checks.
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      The tests showed there are “red flags” in the ex-Ajax star’s hip and knee.
      Al-Nassr have thus modified their offer and are now offering the Moroccan a new contract with his basic wage reduced by a whopping 40 per cent.
      Ziyech was not keen to accept that proposal.
      Thus, a move to the Saudi Pro League appears to be “off” for the time being.
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      Ziyech fell down the pecking order last season at Chelsea and struggled for opportunities under Thomas Tuchel, Graham Potter, Bruno Saltor and Frank Lampard.
      The West Londoners’ new manager Mauricio Pochettino is putting together a mass clearout in his bloated squad.
      The versatile forward is among the top candidates to go but the latest development leaves his future in limbo
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      Arsenal and Chelsea legend Cesc Fabregas announces retirement aged 36 as World Cup winner prepares for new career

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      CESC FABREGAS has called time on his glittering 20-year career for club and country.Stylish midfielder Fabregas, 36, won major trophies with Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona, as well as lifting the World Cup and European Championship twice with Spain.
      Cesc Fabregas has called time on his glittering 20-year career for club and countryCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Perhaps Fabregas’ finest moment in football was winning the World Cup with Spain in 2010Credit: AP:Associated Press
      Fabregas listed the FA Cup in 2005 with Arsenal after moving from Spain as a kidCredit: Action Images – Reuters
      Fabregas spoke of his ‘great sadness’ after retiring from footballCredit: AFP
      Fabregas said in a statement: “It is with great sadness that the time has come for me to hang up my playing boots.
      “From lifting the World Cup, the Euros, to winning everything in England and Spain and nearly all the European trophies, it has been a journey that I’ll never forget.
      “After 20 incredible years full of sacrifice, dedication and joy, it’s time to say thank you and goodbye to the beautiful game.”
      Fabregas outraged Spanish football by joining Arsenal from Barcelona at the age of 16 in 2003.
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      In eight years with the Gunners, he won just one FA Cup before returning to Barca for four seasons which included domestic triumphs and a Fifa World Club Cup victory.
      At Chelsea, he claimed two Premier League titles, an FA Cup and a League Cup across a five-season spell.
      Meanwhile Fabregas was part of the all-conquering Spain squad that won the Euros in 2008 and 2012, either side of the country’s first ever World Cup win in 2010.
      After leaving Chelsea in 2019, he joined Monaco and then spent what turned out to be his final season at Como, the second-tier Italian club of which he and former Arsenal team-mate Thierry Henry are co-owners.
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      Fabregas will now try to pass on what he has learned in his impressive career as a coach of Como’s reserve and Under-19 teams.
      He said: “It is with great sadness that the time has come for me to hang up my playing boots.
      “From my first days at Barca, Arsenal, Barca again, Chelsea, Monaco and Como, I will treasure them all.
      “From lifting the World Cup, the Euros, to winning everything in England and Spain and nearly all the European trophies, it has been a journey that I’ll never forget.
      “All those who have helped me, my teammates, coaches, directors, presidents, owners, fans and my agent.
      “To all my family, from my parents and my sister to my wife and kids, I cherish your advice, mentorship and guidance.
      After 20 incredible years full of sacrifice, dedication and joy, it’s time to say thank you and goodbye to the beautiful game.Cesc Fabregas
      “To my opponents who tried to knock me, thank you for making me stronger.
      “It has already been more than worth it with all the great memories and friends that I have made on the way.
      “I’ve also learnt three languages and became more compassionate and wiser along my travels.
      “I lived experiences that I never thought in a million years I would even come close to.”
      Fabregas added: “It’s not all sadness though as I’m now going to cross the white line and start coaching the B and Primavera teams of Como 1907.
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      “A club and a project I couldn’t be more excited about. This charming football team won my heart from the first minute and came to me at the perfect time in my career. I will grab it with both hands.
      “So after 20 incredible years full of sacrifice, dedication and joy, it’s time to say thank you and goodbye to the beautiful game. I loved every minute.”
      Fabregas finished his fine career playing in Italy for Como where he is a part-ownerCredit: Getty More