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      Manchester United target twin signings from City rivals – with a family twist for technical director Darren Fletcher

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      SCOTLAND legend Darren Fletcher is targeting a transfer raid for Manchester United – to sign his TWIN BOYS.Midfielder Fletch is now technical director at Old Trafford, but his sons have come through the academy system at rivals City.
      The Man Utd legend’s sons are highly ratedCredit: SNS
      Fletcher was a Scotland captain – but his kids are eligible for EnglandCredit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun Glasgow
      They are approaching 17 next season – the age players can sign pro deals
      Both Jack and Tyler are schoolboy internationals – and even faced one another in an Auld Enemy clash in February.
      And while they could shift across town when eligible for pro terms, they could also unite for the national side with Tyler a target to join his sibling in the England camp.
      But Fletcher’s role in this particular cross-city move is only as a supportive parent – despite his job.

      The Athletic reports head of Academy Nick Cox is driving the deal and the Fletcher brothers ‘favoured taking their next step at United’ despite offers from a number of clubs on the table – including City.
      It also ranks the pair as “among the most promising under-16 talents in the UK”.
      Fletcher Senior was highly rated at that age himself.
      Born in Dalkeith, he was swept south to United before he had reached his teens.
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      After signing pro terms with Sir Alex Ferguson aged 15 he went on to play more than 200 games over 12 years at the club.
      He also picked up 80 Scotland caps and was made captain under Berti Vogts.
      His boys were born south of the border but were initially called up by the SFA through their dad’s nationality.
      England have also bid to include them in the Three Lions’ camps which led to the bizarre clash in February.
      Tyler played for Scotland but Jack took the bragging rights with a 3-0 win for England.
      They can still choose to switch but it’s not unusual for brothers to meet on the international scene – nor is it unusual for United players’ kids to grow up in the City system.
      Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie did the same, while the likes of Jerome Boateng has faced his brother Kevin-Prince when Germany and Ghana met at the World Cup and Thiago Alcantara and Rafinha each opted for Spain and Brazil respectively.
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      Man Utd in desperate bid to complete transfer for club legend’s twin sons after both were snapped up by Man City

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are bidding to nab club legend Darren Fletcher’s twin sons from neighbours City for a “substantial fee”.Jack and Tyler Fletcher, 16, are rated among Britain’s best young talents.
      Man Utd technical director Darren Fletcher, seen with manager Erik ten Hag, could soon see sons Jack and Tyler join him at Old TraffordCredit: PA
      Jack Fletcher has stuck with England U-16s but twin brother Tyler has how opted to play for ScotlandCredit: INSTAGRAM @ tylerfletch24
      And The Athletic say United asked City about a double deal last week.
      The Manchester-born duo can’t turn pro until they are 17 next March.
      But it’s claimed there’s already a queue of clubs looking to sign them.
      They are said to favour United, where their ex-Scotland star dad is now technical director.
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      Like Fletcher senior, his sons are central midfielders.
      So far they’ve progressed up the ranks with City.
      In contrast, their 80-cap father Darren, 39, won the Premier League five times in 12 years with first club United and the Champions League in 2008.
      One difference, though, is the choice his sons are making internationally.
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      Jack has opted for England Under-16s, with Tyler picking Scotland.
      And in fact they’ve even locked horns for the Auld Enemies.
      United’s interest comes as they try to revive the proud traditions of their academy after seeing City overtake them for producing youngsters. More

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      Forgotten Arsenal cult hero on verge of completing free transfer to third club in a YEAR since leaving Gunners

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      FORMER Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin is set to complete his THIRD transfer in just NINE MONTHS as he prepares to return to Real Betis.The Spanish right-back, 28, left the Emirates last summer after more than a decade with the club.
      Hector Bellerin looks set to return to Real Betis where he enjoyed a loan spellCredit: Alamy
      He spent more than a decade at Arsenal before leaving last summerCredit: Getty
      He played 239 times for the North London outfit, winning three FA Cups.
      But his Arsenal exit began a tumultuous 12 months for Bellerin.
      In September, he agreed to join Barcelona – who he left for Arsenal as a youth-team player.
      And things did not turn out how he would have hoped at the Nou Camp.
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      Bellerin had totalled just 141 minutes by January and was shipped out of the club after just four months.
      He signed for Portuguese giants Sporting Lisbon where he made 13 appearances, scoring one goal.
      But at the end of the season he was released as he searched for another new path.
      And now Fabrizio Romano is reporting that he is “on the verge” of joining LaLiga side Real Betis – with parties simply “waiting for paperwork”.
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      Bellerin spent one season on loan with Betis during the 2021/22 campaign – prior to his permanent departure from Arsenal.
      He played 32 games for the Spanish outfit, registering five assists.
      And he could feature in the Europa League next season after Betis’ sixth-place finish in LaLiga saw them qualify for the competition. More

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      When is Nurnberg vs Arsenal? Arteta’s side aim for perfect pre-season start in Germany – stream, team news

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      ARSENAL get their pre-season action underway against German side Nurnberg – and it’s not far away. The Gunners ended their 2022/23 campaign in high spirits after thrashing Wolves 5-0 at the Emirates.
      Arsenal celebrating their last win of the season against WolvesCredit: Getty
      But ultimately, Mikel Arteta would have been gutted to see his side pipped to the title by Treble-winning Manchester City.
      However, it’s time for the Gunners to turn over a new leaf which starts with a tough test against German outfit Nurnberg.
      Furthermore, Arsenal will want to be well prepared before they head off to the USA where Inter Miami star Lionel Messi’s awaits for their MLS all-stars clash.
      When is Nurnberg vs Arsenal?

      Nurnberg’s friendly fixture against Arsenal will take place on Thursday, July 13.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 6pm BST.
      Max-Morlock-Stadion in Germany is the chosen arena for this match and it can host approximately 50,000 fans.
      Arsenal ran out 5-3 winners when the sides last met in a mouthwatering summer contest.

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

      Nurnberg vs Arsenal will NOT be broadcast live on TV in the UK.
      However, fans can stream the entire action on Arsenal.com channel which will be priced at £5.99.
      You can also stream the match on the Arsenal App which can be downloaded for free on your mobile or tablet devices.

      Can I buy tickets for the game?
      Tickets are available to purchase directly from the 1. FC Nurnberg website from Monday, 19th June, 9am BST.
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      Arsenal remains in talks with West ham for English superstar Declan Rice after their opening bid was turned down.
      They have also just announced 13 players that are ending their contracts this year including boyhood star Ainsley Maitland-Niles.
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      Talks are still ongoing with current player Reiss Nelson about his contract which is due to run out at the end of this month. More

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      Leicester name Enzo Maresca as new manager just days after helping lead Man City to stunning Treble triumph

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      LEICESTER have confirmed Enzo Maresca as their new manager.The Italian, 43, leaves his position as a Manchester City coach after helping Pep Guardiola’s side clinch a sensational Treble.
      Enzo Maresca has been confirmed as Leicester’s new head coachCredit: Getty
      Maresca, left, was a part of Pep Guardiola’s Treble-winning Manchester City staffCredit: Getty
      He will now look to guide Leicester back to the Premier League following their final-day relegation down to the Championship.
      Speaking about joining the club, Maresca told the club website: “I’m very excited because of the Club [I’m joining] and because we have a big season ahead of us.
      “At the beginning, the target is to play in the best way we can. From there, we can build, day by day, our idea and our philosophy, and the most important thing is to try to win games.
      “First of all, we’re going to give 100 per cent, absolutely, because the Club deserves this. It’s our job, our duty to do that.
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      “Then, as I said, day by day, step by step, absolutely we’re going to improve.”
      Dean Smith took charge from Brendan Rodgers for the final eight games of last season.
      Leicester interviewed a host of names for the position – including Smith, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Graham Potter, Steven Gerrard and Scott Parker.
      But Maresca is understood to have impressed in conversations with Leicester chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha and director of football Jon Rudkin – where he “outlined his philosophy and vision” for their future.
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      His only past experience of being a head coach came at Parma where he was sacked after 14 games.
      Maresca, who was linked with the Southampton job during the 2022/23 campaign, will find out his opening day opponent when the Championship fixtures are announced on June 22.
      Leicester are in the midst of a huge squad overhaul.
      Youri Tielemans, Caglar Soyuncu, Daniel Amartey, Nampalys Mendy, Ayoze Perez and Ryan Bertrand all departed when their contracts expired at the end of the season.
      James Maddison, Harvey Barnes, Wilfred Ndidi and Timothy Castagne are also being linked with moves away from the King Power Stadium. More

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      Late Arsenal Invincible Jose Antonio Reyes’ family ‘facing eviction from modest homes due to serious financial issues’

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      ARSENAL legend Jose Antonio Reyes’ family are allegedly facing eviction from their homes due to serious financial problems.Reyes, who was a part of Arsene Wenger’s Premier League Invincibles in 2003/04, passed away at the age of 35 following a car crash in 2019.
      Jose Antonio Reyes, pictured alongside wife Noelia Lopez, died in a car crash back in 2019Credit: Getty – Contributor
      Reyes was a part of the Arsenal side which did not lose a single Premier League game during the 2003/04 seasonCredit: Getty
      The former footballer’s cousin, Jonathan, 23, also died in the accident – which occurred just outside Seville in Reyes’ home town of Utrera.
      Another man suffered serious burns as Reyes’ car burst into flames.
      And now Reyes’ family are reportedly suffering the financial impact of his death.
      According to Spanish media, three properties owned by the ex-Spanish winger are set to go up for auction.
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      Among them is his parents’ home – and they face eviction on June 26 by court order.
      Diario AS have alleged this is because his family have not been able to pay the mortgages on the three properties.
      Reyes’ parents, whose home is thought to be worth around £256,000, are in talks with lawyers as they insist they have been kept in the dark about the situation.
      Another of the properties is worth approximately £128,000 – while the valuation of the third home is unknown.
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      Reyes did not have a will in place at the time of his death.
      As a result, his wealth went to his three children, but as they were all minors it was passed on to his wife Noelia Lopez.
      And Lopez, who has suffered a rift with Reyes’ family since his death, insists she had not been made aware of the financial difficulties.
      She said: “I am finding out everything, and I am assimilating it.”
      Reyes’ ex-partner went on to add: “I have always been on the sidelines of my husband’s financial affairs.”
      Lopez now lives near her own family with the two daughters she had with Reyes.
      Meanwhile, Reyes’ son joined Real Madrid’s academy shortly after his dad’s death four years ago. More

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      Fans baffled as Premier League club release new badge labelled ‘bland, boring and not needed’

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      FOOTBALL fans are far from impressed with Burnley’s new badge.Burnley updated their club crest earlier this week, changing the primary colours from blue, yellow and back to just claret and white.
      Burnley have changed their club badge
      The new version of the badge already features on all of the club’s social media pages as well as the website.
      However, fans have complained that it is too “boring”.
      One person tweeted: “As a designer, so much cleaner. As a football fan, soulless.”
      Another commented: “Downgrade, very dull.”
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      A third added: “I actually really like their old badge. Not a fan at all of this new one. Really boring and feels like a poor attempt at making it look modern.”
      While a fourth wrote: “Just like every other new football badge, it’s bland, boring and not needed.”
      Burnley will return to the Premier League next season following a successful campaign in the Championship.
      The Clarets earned promotion by winning the division under the management of Manchester City legend Vincent Kompany, who was appointed last summer.
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      Burnley are expected to make several new additions this summer.
      Out-of-favour Arsenal midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga could make the switch to Turf Moor, with Kompany eyeing a reunion.
      The duo worked together at Anderlecht before Lokonga joined the Gunners in 2021.
      Burnley also want to sign Ian Maatsen from Chelsea, who is expected to cost £20million. More

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      Liverpool ‘make France star top summer transfer target’, but Man Utd could have final say

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      LIVERPOOL have made a France star their top transfer target, but Manchester United could have the final say on the deal.Jurgen Klopp is looking to further bolster his squad following the signing of Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton & Hove Albion.
      Khephren Thuram is Liverpool’s top transfer targetCredit: Getty
      Midfield remains a priority for the Liverpool boss, with the Reds linked with several players across Europe.
      One such player is Nice star Khephren Thuram, who made 48 appearances for the club last season.
      L’Equipe reports that he has now been made Liverpool’s priority target in the transfer window.
      Talks have been ongoing over a potential move for several weeks, with Thuram said to be open to a move.
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      However, United could still have a say on any deal, depending on the outcome of the race to buy the club.
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe is one of the candidates to complete a takeover of the Red Devils after submitting a bid for the club.
      Ratcliffe already owns Nice and could decide not to sell to one of United’s rivals if he successfully purchases the Premier League giants.
      Klopp’s desire to bolster his midfield comes after a trio of players in the position departed the club.
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      James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita have all left Anfield following the end of their contracts, leaving a hole in the squad.
      Another potential target to emerge for Liverpool is Romeo Lavia, although Chelsea are also in for the Southampton starlet. More