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      Arsenal to bid again for Ajax ace Jurrien Timber after having £30m offer rejected in transfer was with Man Utd

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      ARSENAL are reportedly prepared to launch a second bid for Ajax defender Jurrien Timber.The Gunners had a £30million offer turned down earlier this week, with Ajax demanding £50m for the 22-year-old Dutchman.
      Arsenal are set to submit a second bid for TimberCredit: Getty
      But according to The Daily Mail, they are now set to table a new proposal.
      Arsenal chiefs are said to be reluctant to match Ajax’s asking price, but they believe a compromise can be reached in the coming days.
      Mikel Arteta considers Timber a priority transfer target and he is eager to sign the defender before pre-season starts.
      Personal terms have already been agreed.
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      Timber signed a contract extension with Ajax last summer, despite receiving interest from Manchester United.
      However, he has been given the green light to leave the Johan Cruyff Arena before the 2023-24 campaign kicks off.
      Arsenal are already on the verge of signing Kai Havertz from Chelsea.
      A £65m agreement was struck with the Blues earlier this week, with the midfielder set to undergo an imminent medical abroad.
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      The Gunners are also pushing to sign Declan Rice from West Ham.
      Arsenal have had two bids turned down in the past week, but they are set to submit a third offer that will be closer to the Hammers’ £100m asking price.
      However, the pressure is on as Manchester City have entered the race to sign the England midfielder. More

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      New Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola completes first transfer as football legend’s son joins from Roma for £9.5m

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      BOURNEMOUTH have signed Dutch winger Justin Kluivert in a £9.5million transfer from Roma.Kluivert has penned a long-term contract with the Cherries.
      Bournemouth have signed Kluivert in a £9.5m transferCredit: Getty
      The Dutchman has penned a long-term contractCredit: Getty
      Upon his arrival, the 24-year-old said: “I’m delighted. I’m part of the family right now and I can’t wait to get to know my teammates and the new coach.”
      He added: “The fans can expect a player that is willing to do everything for the team, I run quite fast and my mind is to score goals and be important for the team.
      “I’ve learned a lot from my career already and it’s actually just the beginning.”
      Speaking about the arrival of Kluivert, Bournemouth chief executive Neill Blake said: “We are delighted to have made Justin our first signing ahead of the new season.
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      “He was coveted by a number of clubs across Europe and his arrival is a sign of his ambition, which is matched by ours.
      “Justin is an exciting and versatile attacking player who has an eye for goal. He is pacey, direct and boasts a high level of technical ability.
      “Although he only recently turned 24, Justin has a wealth of experience and has played domestically at the highest level in five different countries.
      “He has also played in the Champions League and Europa League as well as being capped by his country at senior level.
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      “We are all very much looking forward to working with Justin, a player we believe will be a great addition to our squad and someone our supporters will enjoy watching.”
      Kluivert signed his first professional contract with Ajax at the age of 17 in 2016 and made his first team debut nine months later.
      He joined Roma in a £16m transfer in 2018 and went on to make 68 appearances for the Italian giants.
      The winger also enjoyed loan spells at RB Leipzig, Nice and Valencia respectively, meaning he has already played in five of Europe’s top six leagues.
      Justin is the son of legendary striker Patrick Kluivert, who played for Ajax, AC Milan and Barcelona.
      The 46-year-old scored over 240 goals for club and country during his playing career.
      He also won three Eredivisie titles, the Champions League and a La Liga title. More

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      Premier League’s worst EVER signings named by artificial intelligence including ex-England star and Arsenal record buy

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      THE Premier League’s worst EVER signings have been revealed by artificial intelligence. Perplexity AI have compiled a list of the top ten worst ever deals, judging players on a range of categories.
      Nicolas Pepe is Arsenal’s record signingCredit: Getty
      Tiemoue Bakayoko has been released by ChelseaCredit: PA
      Value for money, longevity, legacy, individual performances and level of letdown are all criteria used.
      Arsenal’s record signing Nicolas Pepe makes the cut, having signed from Lille in 2019 for a fee of £72million.
      He struggled to hit top form in North London, scoring 16 times in 112 times games and has since been loaned out to Nice.
      Two ex-England stars have also made the list, Andy Carroll and Danny Drinkwater.
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      Carroll’s £35m move to Liverpool didn’t work out as he netted just six Premier League goals in 44 matches.
      He then left for a seven-year stay with West Ham as the Reds lost £20m on him.
      Drinkwater signed for Chelsea in a stunning £35m move, only for him to play 23 matches, get loaned out four times and leave on a free.
      The Blues see three other transfers rated among the worst, including the signing of Fernando Torres from Liverpool in 2011.
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      Winston Bogarde played just 12 times in four years at Stamford Bridge and he even admitted himself he was surprised at the lucrative contract they gave him worth a supposed £40,000 back in 2000.
      Recently released £40m man Tiemoue Bakayoko made the cut too.
      Manchester United’s deal for Paul Pogba just four years after he left the club was also slammed by AI after he returned to Juventus for nothing last summer.
      The Red Devils’ signings of Alexis Sanchez and Juan Sebastian Veron also feature.
      Southampton flop Ali Dia completes AI’s selection.
      He convinced the club to sign him after he falsely claimed he was icon George Weah’s cousin.
      Dia was released after 14 days into his contract, playing once off the bench.
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      People are only just realising why Brentford are nicknamed ‘The Bees’ after misheard chant

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      BRENTFORD have taken the Premier League by storm since arriving in the big time in 2021.Thomas Frank’s side finished 13th in their debut campaign and kicked on in their second season to claim ninth – above local rivals Fulham and Chelsea.
      Brentford are nicknamed ‘The Bees’ and the insect is on their badgeCredit: Getty
      The West Londoners are loving life in their brand-new Gtech Community Stadium – especially as they completed the league double over champions Manchester City last term.
      But the reason behind their ‘Bees’ nickname has left many people baffled.
      The club are regularly referred to by their insect moniker, especially when they muster up stinging victories against the big boys.
      However, Brentford got their Bees nickname thanks to a bizarre misheard chant.
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      It is understood they picked up the unlikely tag in around 1894, just five years after the club’s formation.
      A media report commented on a group of students from Borough Road College who attended matches and cheered on their friend Joe Gettins.
      They would chant: “Buck up, Bs,” a reference to their school motto – with the ‘B’ a shortening for Brentford or probably Borough.
      However, the report thought they were saying “bees”.
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      And the label has stuck ever since, for nearly 130 years.
      Brentford added the insect to its badge for the first time in 1973 for two years.
      Then it returned in 1994 before playing a prominent role in the current edition.
      However, there is a beehive on the 1971-72 badge – which some think could be a reference to The Beehive brewery near the club’s old Griffin Park stadium.
      Others have suggested the Bees nickname came about as a result of a newspaper headline which read: “Busy Bees beat bewildered opponents by brisk and brilliant bombardments.”
      Either way, the Bees are certainly enjoying the sweet nectar of life in the Premier League.
      The Bees have stung their fair share of opponents in the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty More

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      Aaron Ramsey teases sensational transfer as ex-Arsenal midfielder admits future is ‘still up in the air’

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      AARON RAMSEY would love to return to boyhood club Cardiff – one day.The Wales captain has an uncertain club future following 12 months with Ligue 1 side Nice.
      Aaron Ramsey opened the Cruyff Court Aaron Ramsey at the Trinity Fields SchoolCredit: Getty
      The Wales skipper showed off his skills for local kidsCredit: Getty
      Ex-Arsenal and Juventus star midfielder Ramsey is due to become a free agent at the end of this month after failing to agree a new deal in France.
      Rambo has been linked with Cardiff where he started his career before moving to the Gunners in 2008.
      Asked would he rejoin Cardiff, Ramsey said: “That’s where I grew up. I’ll be forever grateful for them for what they have done for my career because they gave me that opportunity and platform as a young boy to go and be a professional.
      “So for sure, one day I would love to go back there. It would mean a lot. Who knows when that time might be.
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      “My future is still up in the air. There’s a lot of discussions to be had and there’s a few things that need sorting out in the next few weeks. We will see what happens.
      “I’m happy to be at home at the moment. I’ve got three or weeks off now and I will enjoy that with my family.
      “My family is the most important thing in whatever decision we make. I’m excited. I still have a lot of football in me.”
      Ramsey made 34 Nice appearances after moving to the south of France following a spell with Juventus. The 32-year-old ended his season on Monday night as Wales lost 2-0 in Turkey.
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      The new facility is located near Ramsey’s hometown CaerphillyCredit: Getty
      While Ramsey’s future remains up in the air, West Ham midfielder Declan Rice is weighing up offers from the Welshman’s old club Arsenal and Manchester City.
      The ex-Gunners star, speaking at the opening of Cruyff Court Aaron Ramsey at the Trinity Fields School near his hometown of Caerphilly, added: “He’s a heck of a player. Whichever club he goes to they will be getting an unbelievable player.
      “Arsenal have done really good business over the last few transfer windows so I’m sure they will do the same again. He will definitely strengthen any team.” More

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      Footballer Mason Greenwood drops biggest hint yet that he could leave Man Utd and move abroad

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      FOOTBALLER Mason Greenwood’s mansion is up for let — suggesting the suspended Manchester United striker will soon be on the move.The six-bed, six-bath luxury home is being circulated privately among high-end lettings agents for more than £15,000 a month.
      Mason Greenwood’s mansion is up for let — suggesting the suspended Manchester United striker will soon be on the moveCredit: PA
      The property, in Bowdon, Cheshire, has a games room, a home office, a gym and staff accommodation and is billed as the “perfect family home”.
      The listing will fuel speculation the forward is preparing to leave the Premier League to join a foreign club on loan.
      Yesterday, The Sun revealed Greenwood, 21, had had a private training session at a public sports centre in Manchester.
      He has not played since January last year — when he was arrested after a woman made allegations of physical and sexual abuse.
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      He was due to stand trial this year but all the charges were dropped in February.
      Greenwood is still on the books at United, despite being suspended.
      The club is yet to make a decision on his future and is still to complete an internal investigation.
      It is unlikely it will try to sell him during the current transfer window.
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      But the home listing will fuel rumours that the £50million striker will go out on loan.
      United are said to have had contact with Italian teams Juventus, AC Milan and Inter Milan about a move.
      Reds boss Erik ten Hag and most first team players are said to be willing to give Greenwood, who is expecting a baby with his partner this summer, another chance.
      But executives would be afraid of the commercial implications. More

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      Jonathan David desperate for Premier League transfer but Lille slap huge fee on striker

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      JONATHAN DAVID wants to move to the Premier League this summer, according to reports.The Canadian ace was in prolific form for Lille last term.
      Jonathan David wants to move to England this summerCredit: Getty
      David, 23, bagged 24 Ligue 1 goals – attracting plenty of interest in the process.
      According to French outlet Foot Mercato, the striker wants to leave Stade Pierre-Mauroy this summer.
      He would ideally like to push for a move to England, but Lille won’t let him go on the cheap.
      Les Dogues are set to demand at least £43million for their star forward – and a bidding war could further drive up the price.
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      No offers have yet been placed for David.
      But Tottenham, Manchester United and Chelsea have all been cited as potential suitors.
      While Arsenal could also enter the mix, having been linked in the past.
      David joined Lille from Gent in 2020, and has been prolific ever since.
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      The Canadian bagged 24 goals in Ligue 1 last termCredit: Getty
      Having replaced Napoli-bound Victor Osimhen that summer, David has gone on to score 58 goals in 136 appearances for Lille.
      According to Get French Football News, Lille will target Gent ace Gift Orban if David gets his move.
      The 20-year-old has been in red-hot form in Belgium, netting 20 goals in 22 appearances since moving from Stabaek.
      Lille are set to target Gift OrbanCredit: Rex More

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      Man Utd ‘monitoring little known MLS star’ as they look for transfer solution to goalkeeper crisis

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are keeping tabs on young MLS goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic, reports suggest.United are on the lookout for a new keeper with David de Gea’s future looking uncertain as his contract runs out on June 30.
      Manchester United are keeping tabs on New England Revolution goalkeeper Djordje PetrovicCredit: Getty
      According to the Manchester Evening News, the Red Devils are interested in New England Revolution ace Petrovic.
      However, the Manchester giants have yet to make contact with the 23-year-old’s camp.
      And the Serbia international is not being considered as Erik ten Hag’s next No1.
      Ten Hag, though, will need to add an understudy after Jack Butland’s loan ended and he joined Rangers.
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      The Dutch tactician is also likely to lose Tom Heaton, who will look for more regular minutes, and Dean Henderson with Nottingham Forest determined to turn his loan into a permanent deal.
      Petrovic has stood out in the US ever since his arrival last year and has attracted interest from other Premier League clubs as well.
      The Serb has a contract until 2025, with a one-year option to extend, and New England Revolution would seek a high fee.
      The youngster arrived from Serbian outfit Cukaricki, with whom he played in the Europa Conference League.
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      Petrovic joined the American outfit as a replacement for current Arsenal ace Matt Turner.
      He is now considered as one of the best goalkeepers in the MLS as he kept seven clean sheets in 21 appearances last season and also saved four penalties.
      That led to the MLS Save of the Year award, while he also finished as runner-up for the MLS Goalkeeper of the Year gong behind Philadelphia Union’s Andre Blake.
      This season Petrovic has registered six clean sheets in 17 matches across all competitions. More