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      Chelsea ‘set astonishing £20million asking price for transfer of forgotten man who’s NEVER played in Premier League’

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      CHELSEA are prepared to sell forgotten man Ian Maatsen this summer, according to reports.Maatsen, 21, joined the Blues’ youth setup in 2018 and made his professional debut the following year in a League Cup win over Grimsby Town.
      Burnley want to sign Maatsen on a permanent dealCredit: Getty
      However, following his 24-minute cameo, the Dutchman failed to establish himself as a regular name in the first team.
      He was subsequently loaned out to Charlton, Coventry and, most recently, Burnley, where he enjoyed a successful 2022-23 campaign.
      Clarets boss Vincent Kompany is a known admirer of Maatsen, so much so that he is determined to keep him at Turf Moor beyond the expiry of his loan.
      According to The Evening Standard, Burnley want to sign the left-back on a permanent deal this summer.
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      However, they are reluctant to meet Chelsea’s £20million asking price.
      Maatsen has just one year remaining on his current Chelsea contract, but he could sign an extension before returning to Burnley next season.
      The Blues may also decide to keep the full-back, with Marc Cucurella’s future uncertain due to the imminent arrival of Mauricio Pochettino.
      As well as Maatsen and Cucurella, Chelsea also have Ben Chilwell and Lewis Hall to cover the position.
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      Maatsen made 42 appearances for Burnley last season and played a crucial role in helping the club to the Championship title.
      The Dutchman won the Championship Player of the Month award in January for his impressive form. More

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      Celtic grant permission for Tottenham to open talks with Ange Postecoglou

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      ANGE POSTECOGLOU’S exit from Celtic has taken a step closer.That’s because the Hoops have given their manager permission to speak to Tottenham Hotspur.
      Postecoglou’s time at Celtic is coming to an endCredit: PA
      SunSport revealed last night that Postecoglou had indicated to Hoops chiefs on Saturday night that he wanted to take the opportunity to move to the Premier League.
      And according to Sky Sports News, the Hoops have given the 57-year old permission to speak to Spurs.
      Talks are now expected to take place TODAY – with the Hoops now working on finding their next boss.
      Brendan Rodgers has emerged as a contender and is the current bookies’ favourite to land a shock return to the Hoops.

      Former Leeds and RB Leipzig boss Jesse Marsch is also in the frame, according to Sky.
      Tottenham have been on the lookout for a new permanent manager since sacking Antonio Conte back in March.
      It’s been a long search for a new boss but Spurs chief Daniel Levy is now closing-in on his man.
      Last week, Postecoglou emerged as the club’s preferred candidate and the move has appeared more and more likely as the week has gone on.
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      The Greek-Aussie boss refused to be drawn on his future in the wake of Saturday’s Scottish Cup triumph over Inverness CT – but he didn’t commit to staying at Parkhead either.
      Postecoglou has been a major success in Scottish football after his surprise appointment in 2021.
      After leading the Hoops to a league and cup double in his first season, he went one better this campaign and secured the treble with that triumph on Saturday.
      But now the path is clear for him to make his move and head to the Premier League.
      SunSport also revealed how Postecoglou is keen to take three key members of Celtic’s backroom team with him.
      He wants assistant John Kennedy, coach Gavin Strachan and video analyst Greg Wallace to follow him to North London.
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      Ben Chilwell left in stitches as his mate ‘becomes famous’ with confused F1 fans at Spanish GP

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      CHELSEA defender Ben Chilwell was left in stitches after his friend was mistaken for a celebrity at the Spanish Grand Prix.The England star, 26, was in attendance at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya over the weekend with Blues team-mates Joao Felix, Reece James and Mason Mount.
      Chilwell’s friend posed for pictures with fansCredit: INSTAGRAM/BENCHILWELL
      Some fans had mistaken him for a celebrityCredit: INSTAGRAM/BENCHILWELL
      Chilwell’s friend, Harvey Diack, was also in Spain to enjoy the weekend with the stars.
      But, after the race, he got caught up in a group of fans.
      While Mount was posing for a photo with one person, another came over to ask his friend for a picture, mistaking him for a celebrity.
      Diack then went on to take pictures with two other fans before joking with Chilwell.
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      The Chelsea defender was quick to post the video on his Instagram story with a caption that read: “@HarveyDiack somehow became famous this weekend,” with a laughing emoji.
      Chilwell was questioned about the future of Mount, who has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge, ahead of Sunday’s race.
      When speaking to Sky Sports, he said: “It’s none of my business personally but he is my best mate so I would love him to stay.”
      Formula One presenter Martin Brundle then caught up with the pair when completing his grid-walk.
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      The 64-year-old attempted to ask Mount if he will leave Chelsea to join Manchester United this summer, to which the midfielder responded: “I’m here to just enjoy the race today.
      “Amazing day, I can’t wait to watch it.”
      Mount has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford in recent weeks.
      He reportedly agreed personal terms with Man Utd last week, but the Red Devils will have to fork out £70million plus add-ons if they want to secure his signature.
      Mount, Felix and Chilwell were all at the Spanish GPCredit: Getty
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      Ilkay Gundogan’s Wembley masterclass underlines Manchester City’s midfield dominance in Dream Team

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      Once again, Manchester City will finish the season as the team with the most Dream Team points among the 20 eligible clubs.When analysing the dominance of Pep Guardiola’s side, the temptation is to focus solely on Erling Haaland’s (£10.1m) record-breaking exploits.
      And that’s understandable given the Norwegian poacher’s tally of 52 goals in all competitions and his mountainous total of 432 Dream Team points.
      However, while the Premier League Golden Boot winner has undoubtedly spearheaded City’s campaign, the extent of their midfield dominance can hardly be understated.
      Too many Man City midfielders to choose from
      Sure, Bruno Fernandes (£7.2m) may be the leading asset in his position having amassed 283 points, thanks in no small part to a dozen Star Man awards.
      But in terms of sheer quantity, City reign supreme with six representatives inside the top 16 midfielders.
      MANCHESTER CITY’S TOP SIX MIDFIELDERS

      Kevin De Bruyne (£8.6m) – 252 points
      Riyad Mahrez (£6.3m) – 197 points
      Phil Foden (£5.6m) – 186 points
      Jack Grealish (£5.2m) – 145 points
      Ilkay Gundogan (£3.8m) – 144 points
      Rodri (£3.7m) – 134 points

      It’s remarkable that City’s sixth-best midfielder has more points than Alexis Mac Allister (£3.8m), Eberechi Eze (£4.4m), James Ward-Prowse (£3.6m) and James Maddison (£5.5m) – a talented quartet of viable options.
      Another measure of the double winners’ depth is the fact Gundogan, who has tapped into truly masterful form at the back end of the season, is just the Etihad’s fifth-best midfield asset in 2022/23.
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      The German technician shocked Wembley with an instantly iconic volley within 15 seconds of kick-off in Saturday’s FA Cup final.
      The 32-year-old then cemented his class with a left-footed volley (albeit not as cleanly executed) in the second half which proved to be the cup-winning goal.
      Gundogan has once again saved his best form for the season’s climaxCredit: GETTY
      Naturally, Gundogan claimed the Star Man award in north-west London to bank 18 points in one fell swoop.
      He’s earned 56 points in his last six outings and has been a genuine difference-maker throughout the season’s final Game Weeks.
      Pretty much every top Dream Team gaffer has Haaland in their XI so in essence, the striker’s returns haven’t affected mini-league standings in months but Gundogan appears in just 8.2% of teams – his owners have benefited hugely in recent weeks.
      More broadly, gaffers who have juggled City’s numerous midfield stars effectively have reaped the rewards but those who stuck by Foden and Mahrez during their relatively inactive spells will have been immensely frustrated.
      Dream Team managers will no doubt have to solve this problem again next season as the theme of multiple City midfielders at the top of the rankings has been consistent over the last three or four years now. More

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      Tottenham ‘reach verbal agreement with Ange Postecoglou as Celtic manager prepares to sign two-year contract’

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      TOTTENHAM are on the verge of confirming Ange Postecoglou as the club’s new first team manager.Last week, SunSport exclusively revealed that the 57-year-old was in advanced talks with Spurs officials.
      Postecoglou has reached a verbal agreement with TottenhamCredit: Alamy
      And according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, the two parties have now reached a verbal agreement.
      Postecoglou is set to sign a two-year deal with the option to extend for a further season, so he could remain in north London until June 2026.
      Celtic are expected to hold discussions with Tottenham this week, but the Scottish Premiership champions have already resigned to losing the Aussie.
      And due to his rolling one-year contract at Celtic Park, there will be no hefty compensation to pay.

      SunSport revealed the Aussie wants Celtic No2 John Kennedy to join him in London.
      Fellow coach Gavin Strachan as well as one of the first-team’s video analysts are also expected to make the move south.
      Postecoglou’s appointment will mark the end of Tottenham’s three-month search for a manager.
      Former boss Antonio Conte left the club in March following an astonishing rant about his players.
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      The Italian’s ex-assistant Cristian Stellini was appointed interim manager for the remainder of the season shortly after his departure, but he was sacked after just four games.
      Ryan Mason then took the reigns and has been at the helm as acting head coach ever since.
      During their search for a new permanent manager, the Lilywhites have been linked with Julian Nagelsmann, Xabi Alonso, Arne Slot, Thomas Frank and Simone Inzaghi.
      Spurs decided against appointing Nagelsmann at the beginning of May, while Alonso and Slot both ruled themselves out of the running. More

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      Marcus Rashford to STAY at Man Utd for many years with star close to penning biggest deal of his career

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      MARCUS RASHFORD plans to stay at Manchester United after they secured Champions League football.The forward has stalled over a new deal with his boyhood club and been courted by Paris Saint-Germain.
      Marcus Rashford wants to stay at Man UtdCredit: Getty
      But SunSport understands 30-goal Rashford wants to put pen to paper following a successful first season under boss Erik ten Hag.
      United won the Carabao Cup and qualified for Europe’s top tournament — yet painfully lost Saturday’s FA Cup final to Manchester City.
      And a source said: “Marcus is staying at United. He was waiting to see if the club  got in the Champions League and now they have, he is delighted.
      “He loves playing for Ten Hag and believes he has delivered on all of his promises.”
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      England star Rashford, 25, would be a free agent in 12 months.
      The source added: “The deal he is negotiating is the biggest of his career and still has work left in it.
      “But both sides want the same thing — for Marcus to sign and stay at United for many more years.”
      Rashford has enjoyed his best ever season at Old Trafford.
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      He has netted 30 goals in 56 games for the Red Devils, and was named the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year for this season.
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      It’s the first time he has been awarded the prestigious gong.
      On Saturday he suffered heartbreak as United lost the FA Cup final to noisy neighbours Man City.
      However, after the final whistle fans praised Rashford for his reaction in consoling Alejandro Garnacho – labelling him a ‘future captain’. More

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      Charlotte Duffy dead aged 37: Model and ex-Crystal Palace cheerleader passes away as she loses brave cancer battle

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      CRYSTAL PALACE are mourning the loss of cheerleader Charlotte Duffy, who died at the age of 37 following a brave battle with cancer.Duffy was one of the original Crystals who also made a name for herself as a model.
      Crystal Palace cheerleader Charlotte Duffy died at the age of 37Credit: TWITTER – Crystals_CPFC
      The Crystal Girls confirmed the sad news on social media where they also issued a picture of her in full uniform at Selhurst Park.
      The Crystals stated she was “beautiful inside and out” and will be missed by the entire Palace family.
      The Crystal Girls tweeted: “RIP Charlotte Duffy, one of the original Crystals who sadly lost her battle with cancer.
      “She was beautiful inside and out and will be missed by us all! Sending our love to her family.”
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      The club followed it up with a tweet of their own sending condolences to Duffy’s loved ones.
      Crystal Palace tweeted: “Everyone at the club sends their deepest condolences to Charlotte’s friends, family and loved ones.”
      All sorts of football fans then flooded social media paying tribute to Duffy and reaching out to her family as well as friends.
      One fan posted: “This is so sad my heart and soul go out to Charlotte and her friends and family. Big part of Palace family, far too young RIP Charlotte.”
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      Another commented: “Absolutely heartbreaking and my thoughts are with her family and friends.”
      A third tweeted: “We are so sorry to hear this awful news. Forever part of the #PalaceFamily.”
      This fan wrote: “How very sad, far too young and so difficult for her family and friends. RIP Charlotte.”
      And that one said: “Very sad to read. Met all the Crystals at a charity do years and years ago. Thoughts with friends and family.” More

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      Moises Caicedo ‘agrees terms’ over Premier League transfer as Arsenal and Chelsea battle it out for Brighton star

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      BRIGHTON star Moises Caicedo has “agreed personal terms” with Arsenal ahead of the summer transfer window, reports suggest.The Gunners have been targeting Caicedo since January when they tabled a £70million bid, which was rejected by the Seagulls after the player issued a transfer request.
      Brighton star Moises Caicedo has “agreed personal terms” with ArsenalCredit: Rex
      Arsenal target Caicedo has also been eyed by Chelsea and LiverpoolCredit: Getty
      The North Londoners have maintained their interest but have been facing competition from Premier League rivals Chelsea and Liverpool.
      According to TERADEPORTES, however, the midfielder has reached a verbal agreement with Mikel Arteta’s side who are looking to strengthen in midfield with Granit Xhaka likely to leave.
      The same report claims Arsenal pose as the Ecuador international’s preferred destination.
      That is because the Premier League runner-ups will be playing in the Champions League next season.
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      However, Chelsea are looking to hijack their rivals’ deal, just like they did with Mykhailo Mudryk in January, as they are willing to table a higher bid.
      However, the Blues won’t be playing in Europe this coming season after a torrid campaign that saw them finishing 12th.
      Liverpool are also keeping tabs but don’t consider Caicedo as a priority.
      That is because the Reds are not willing to meet the 21-year-old asking price, which is said to be “well in excess” of the £70m Arsenal submitted in January.
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      This comes after the Merseysiders pulled out of the race for Borussia Dortmund superstar Jude Bellingham as they refused to meet his £100m-plus release clause.
      Jurgen Klopp’s side now looks close to strengthening in midfield with Caicedo’s Brighton team-mate Alexis Mac Allister.
      The Ecuadorian stood out this season as he helped Robert De Zerbi’s side finish sixth and qualify for the Europa League. More