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      James Maddison DELETES old tweets slamming Tottenham and Gareth Bale ahead of £40m transfer

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      JAMES MADDISON has deleted his old tweets slamming Tottenham as he closes in on a transfer to the club.The midfielder is set for a medical today ahead of a £40million switch to Spurs.
      James Maddison has deleted tweets criticising Tottenham in the pastCredit: Getty
      Maddison shared his dislike of Gareth Bale in one tweet
      He slammed Spurs in a since deleted post
      But before finalising the move Maddison has been forced to go back through his old tweets and delete those bashing the club.
      In two tweets from 2012 and 2013 the then 16-year-old Maddison had a pop at former Tottenham player Gareth Bale and revealed his dislike for the club.
      The first tweet from 2012 read: “I hate Gareth Bale with a passion, calm down you monkey, [Jack] Wilshere is 10x better than you chimpanzee.”
      And in another, from March 2013, Maddison posted: “Hope Luis Suarez destroys Tottenham today, don’t like Spurs! Especially that monkey everyone’s on about!”
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      Maddison was part of Coventry’s youth team at the time of the tweets, which re-surfaced thanks to eagle-eyed fans.
      But they are no longer available on his account along with every other tweet before 2019.
      The England international, 26, has agreed terms with Spurs worth an estimated £170,000 a week.
      And Leicester have now caved on the transfer fee with Tottenham set to pay the Foxes £40m for Maddison’s services.
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      The two clubs are now believed to be finalising details on how the payment will be structured, as well as the add-ons involved.
      Spurs have pushed through the move before July 1 to comply with FFP regulations.
      The money behind this goes against last season’s Champions League and Prem pot. They of course failed to make Europe at all for the upcoming campaign.
      He will become the second new face to arrive at the North Londoners this summer, following Tuesday’s signing of Italian goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. More

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      F1 owners Liberty Media with stunning £16BILLION net worth ready to make investment in Premier League club

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      FORMULA ONE owners Liberty Media are ready to make an investment in a Premier League club.The media company have a staggering net worth of £16.3billion.
      Greg Maffei and Liberty Media are ready to invest in a Premier League clubCredit: Rex
      Liberty Media, who also own the Atlanta Braves MLB franchise, bought F1 in 2017 for £6.3billion.
      They have since seen the value of the sport increase dramatically, in part down to the success of Netflix’s Drive to Survive series.
      Chief executive Greg Maffei has now confirmed that Liberty Media are looking to invest in a Premier League club.
      He told the Walker Webcast: “I would dispute buying on the cheap.
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      “We like to buy for a fair price then hopefully build value.
      “The demonstrated success of Formula One, we now have – credit them – a reputation in sports and others we have talked to, we can replicate that.
      “You mention the Premier League teams; there isn’t an asset we haven’t looked at.
      “That doesn’t mean we’ve been ready to buy them all but we look at everything because we do think sports in general is attractive, we do think there are upsides and do think those things that management teams have taught up can help apply perhaps in other sports situations.”
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      The news will likely have Liverpool on alert, with the club looking for investment.
      Fenway Sports Group are open to a deal after appealing for new shareholders last year.
      The Reds are looking to receive funding in order to continue the progress made under FSG’s ownership.
      Owner John W. Henry told the Boston Sports Journal in February: “I know there has been a lot of conversation and quotes about LFC, but I keep to the facts: we merely formalised an ongoing process.
      “Will we be in England forever? No. Are we selling LFC? No. Are [we] talking with investors about LFC? Yes. Will something happen there? I believe so, but it won’t be a sale. Have we sold anything in the past 20+ years?”
      John W. Henry is open to new investment in LiverpoolCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea to begin talks with Brighton over Moises Caicedo as they look to beat Man Utd to transfer

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      CHELSEA are expected to step up talks over a move for Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo over the next week.The Ecuador international is a key target for new boss Mauricio Pochettino, and the Seagulls have accepted that he could leave this summer.
      Chelsea are pushing to sign CaicedoCredit: Getty
      Brighton rejected a £70million bid from Arsenal for the 21-year-old in January before tying him down to a new long-term deal following the window.
      Caicedo’s longer deal, and impressive performances since his plea to leave in January, means Chelsea will have to offer a package close to £100million to agree a deal.
      Insiders at Stamford Bridge feel a deal is not close at this stage while Brighton are yet to receive a bid from any club.
      Early talks between the player’s camp and interested parties have begun and been encouraging, though there are no agreements over personal terms in place with any club.
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      Manchester United are also keen on the Brighton star, with frustrations growing at Old Trafford over their pursuit of Chelsea’s Mason Mount.
      The Blues have turned down three different bids from Manchester for the England midfielder.
      Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi admitted at the end of his record-breaking season on the south coast that star players were likely to leave.
      He said: “I think it can be the last game of Alexis Mac Allister and Moises Caicedo.”
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      “I think it is right they can leave, change team and play at a higher level.”
      World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister has already left for Liverpool in a deal which could reach £55million, and Caicedo is expected to be the next to leave so long as owner Tony Bloom’s valuation is met.
      De Zerbi has added veteran midfielder James Milner and former Borussia Dortmund man Mahmoud Dahoud on free transfers as they look to replace the big names departing. More

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      Luton complete first signing as Premier League club as speedy winger joins on free transfer

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      LUTON TOWN have completed their first signing as a Premier League club after Chiedozie Ogbene joined on a free transfer.The speedy winger is the first player to join Rob Edwards’ side so far this summer.
      Chiedozie Ogbene has become Luton Town’s first signing of the summerCredit: Prime Media
      Luton confirmed the signing of Ogbene on Tuesday, with the 26-year-old signing on a free transfer from Rotherham United.
      He will officially become a Luton player on Saturday after his Rotherham contract expires.
      Ogbene told the Hatters’ club website: “I’m just excited to be here.
      “To feature in the Premier League is everyone’s dream and I’m really happy for the opportunity.”
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      The Nigerian-born winger has four goals in 15 caps for the Republic of Ireland.
      Having started his career with Cork City, he has also had spells with Brentford and Exeter City since moving to England in 2018.
      In four years at Rotherham, Ogbene scored 14 goals and provided 22 assists in 136 appearances.
      He also achieved two promotions from League One and won the EFL Trophy.
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      Ogbene finished as the Millers’ top scorer as they avoided relegation from the Championship last season.
      Luton are preparing to embark on their first ever Premier League season, having sealed a return to the top flight after a 31-year absence.
      The club secured a fourth promotion in nine years back in May, beating Coventry City on penalties in the play-off final.
      Chiedozie Ogbene has signed on a free transfer from Rotherham UnitedCredit: Prime Media
      Brighton & Hove Albion will host Luton in their opening match on August 12.
      Burnley are the visitors a week later in the first ever Premier League match at Kenilworth Road. More

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      Liverpool defender Nat Phillips set to be offered career lifeline from Championship club in £10m transfer

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      LEEDS have expressed an interest in signing out-of-favour Liverpool defender Nat Phillips, according to reports.The Whites were relegated to the Championship last month and they are now expected to lose several first team stars as a result.
      Leeds want to sign Phillips from LiverpoolCredit: Getty
      Defenders Rasmus Kristensen and Robin Koch have already been linked with a move away, with Roma and Manchester United understood to be interested.
      Leeds officials are now on the hunt for reinforcements, with Liverpool defender Phillips on their shortlist.
      According to The Athletic, the Whites are interested in signing the 26-year-old.
      Liverpool are thought to be asking for up to £10million for the out-of-favour star.
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      However, it could be difficult for Leeds to complete a deal without a manager.
      Sam Allardyce, who took charge of the club for the final month of the 2022-23 campaign, announced his departure earlier this month.
      And club officials are yet to announce his successor.
      Daniel Farke has been linked with the job, so he could be keen on the prospect of signing Phillips if he takes over at Elland Road.
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      The former Borussia Monchengladbach boss wanted to sign the defender during his time as Norwich manager.
      Phillips has made 29 appearances for Liverpool since his debut in 2020.
      He struggled to break into the first team and has since fallen down the pecking order at Anfield.
      The defender was limited to just five first team appearances last season. More

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      Man City and Bayern Munich in transfer war over Kyle Walker as Guardiola launches bid to convince England star to stay

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      PEP GUARDIOLA is reportedly “fighting” to keep defender Kyle Walker as Manchester City look to fend off interest from Bayern Munich.The England international, 33, is being heavily linked with a move to the Bundesliga champions this summer.
      Kyle Walker could sign a new deal with Manchester City or leave for Bayern MunichCredit: Reuters
      He is entering the final year of his contract at the Etihad, so Man City are aware they may have to sell him now in order to secure a fee.
      However, according to Bild, Guardiola “doesn’t want to let him go”.
      And the Premier League champions have offered Walker a new deal in a bid to persuade him to stay in Manchester.
      It remains to be seen whether it will match Bayern’s contract offer – which runs until 2025 with the option of an additional year.
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      Thomas Tuchel is keen to land Walker as a replacement for Benjamin Pavard – who is expected to leave the club this summer.
      The German head coach is understood to be a fan of the ex-Tottenham man’s “defensive qualities, speed and mentality”.
      It is now up to Walker to decide whether he would like to pen an extension with City or embark on a new challenge with Bayern.
      He arrived at the Etihad from Spurs for £50million back in 2017.
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      Walker has gone on to win a huge number of trophies including five Premier League titles, two FA Cups, four Carabao Cups and the Champions League.
      And he has racked up an impressive 254 appearances across six seasons with City.
      But he was in and out of the team during the second half of last season as Guardiola switched to a back three consisting of Ruben Dias, Manuel Akanji and Nathan Ake – with John Stones moving into midfield.
      Walker did start the FA Cup final victory over Manchester United, but had to settle for being an 82nd minute substitute in the Champions League final triumph over Inter Milan. More

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      Premier League icon jokes ‘I’ll drive Harry Kane’s f***ing car to Bayern myself’ after Tottenham star ‘agrees transfer’

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      PREMIER LEAGUE icon Alan Shearer has joked that he will drive Harry Kane to Bayern Munich himself amid rumours he could leave Tottenham.The England captain is the subject of £60.2million offer from the Bundesliga champions.
      Harry Kane is wanted by Bayern MunichCredit: Rex
      All-time Premier League top scorers
      Kane has just one year remaining on his current deal but Spurs have rejected the transfer bid and do not want to sell.
      He supposedly wants to join Bayern and has agreed a deal in principle with the club.
      Kane has never won a trophy in his career but is chasing down Shearer in the all-time Premier League goalscoring charts.
      The ex-Newcastle and Blackburn legend netted 260 times.
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      As for Kane, he has scored 213 goals.
      Shearer is worried his record could be broken if the 29-year-old stays at Tottenham any longer.
      He joked to The Athletic: “If Harry wants to join Bayern, I’ll drive his f***ing car there myself; anything to protect my Premier League goalscoring record.
      “In truth, any hope there is probably forlorn.
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      “Harry is nearly 30, but he looks after himself, he’s steered clear of major injuries and he’s perfectly capable of coming back to England in a couple of years’ time and banging in enough goals to overtake me.
      “Still, though. Give me the keys and a sat nav and off I’ll go.”
      Shearer has the record along with a Prem title, which he won at Blackburn in 1994/95.
      Alan Shearer’s record is under threat from Harry KaneCredit: Getty More

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      Sasha Attwood stuns in sexy white dress on Italy holiday as fans call on Jack Grealish to propose straight away

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      JACK GREALISH has been told to propose straight away to Sasha Attwood after his WAG’s stunning latest holiday snaps.The 27-year-old attacker went from Istanbul to Manchester to Ibiza and back to Manchester in the space of 48 hours after sealing the treble by beating Inter Milan to win the Champions League earlier this month.
      Jack Grealish has been told to get down on one to knee to his gorgeous partner Sasha AttwoodCredit: Instagram
      His girlfriend has been stealing the show while on holiday in ItalyCredit: Instagram
      Jack celebrated winning the Champions League with a kiss from SashaCredit: AFP
      They are currently enjoying a vacation in Italy after his incredible seasonCredit: instagram @sasha__rebecca
      They then took to the streets of the city for a bus parade in front of thousands of supporters to show off their silverware haul – with Grealish stealing the show as he admitted that he had not slept since the win over Inter.
      He guzzled Champagne in front of adoring fans, played blaring music from a set of speakers and sung a song in honour of Bernardo Silva – who he also jokingly said looks “homeless” – and revved up the crowd while wearing a high-vis jacket.
      The treble binge then entered its fourth day as the City stars hit a nightclub but it was soon back to work for the ex-Aston Villa man.
      He linked up with the England squad for their Euro qualifiers with Malta and North Macedonia but he is now enjoying some well-deserved time off following his incredible campaign.
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      His girlfriend is also on her holibobs too, and even though it remains unclear if Grealish is with her, it is Sasha producing the ten out of ten performances while in Italy.
      She recently stunned in a black bikini and zebra-print outfit as fans called her “absolutely amazing”.
      Now her latest photo dump from the trip has sent her followers crazy again as posed in an incredible white dress on a balcony in front of the scenic coastal setting.
      And it led to one supporter to ask: “So stunning. When is he literally proposing her???”
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      Another commented that she looked “beautiful as always” while another declared: “Jack’s a lucky boy!”
      Fashion model and influencer Sasha, 27, has more than 170,000 followers on Instagram and is part of the YouTube community under the name Sasha Rebecca, having nearly 50,000 subscribers on the video content platform.
      She and Grealish have been together since they were 16 and met while attending St Peter’s Roman Catholic Secondary School in Solihull, West Midlands, although it is not known if they remained as a couple for all of that time.
      While he has been making headlines on the pitch, Sasha has been forging her own career path.
      She was scouted by a modelling agent at just 13 while out on a shopping trip with her mum in Birmingham and is now represented by Industry Model Management and has modelled for a number of high profile labels, including Loreal and Lounge Underwear.
      She was also confirmed as the new face of online clothing store Boohoo in 2021.
      Sasha has amassed an Instagram following of 250,000Credit: Instagram
      Sasha has amassed a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @sasha__rebecca
      The 27-year-old beauty is regularly spotted in the stands cheering on her manCredit: Getty
      She is forging a career of her own as a model and influencerCredit: Instagram More