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      Man Utd ready to rival Arsenal for £17.5m defender as they target Wan-Bissaka replacement

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to go head-to-head with Arsenal over Galatasaray defender Sacha Boey. The 22-year-old is viewed as one Europe’s most promising full-backs and has been linked with a Premier League move.
      Sacha Boey’s stock is rising quickly in Europe and a big move could be on the cardsCredit: Getty
      Both United and Arsenal are believed to be in the market for a new right-back during the summer.
      And Turkish Football report that the Red Devils are prepared to elbow their rivals out the way to secure Boey.
      Newcastle are also reportedly in for the star who is valued at around £17.5m.
      Boey joined Galatasaray from Rennes in 2021 for just £1m but his value has soared after two impressive seasons out in Turkey.
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      He has been praised for his pace and crossing ability with Galatasaray six points clear at the top of the Super Lig.
      Boey plays alongside the likes of PSG loanee Mauro Icardi and former Roma star Nicolo Zaniolo at the club.
      He has also made appearances for France’s underage groups but is yet to receive a senior international call-up.
      United could have a vacancy at right-back with Aaron Wan-Bissaka repeatedly linked with moves away from Old Trafford.
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      The 25-year-old has been at Old Trafford since 2019 but is behind Diogo Dalot in the pecking order.
      Meanwhile, Arsenal are well-stocked in the full-back positions with Ben White and the versatile Takehiro Tomiyasu able to play there.
      But Boey would provide a more attacking alternative. More

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      Arsenal join Man Utd in Ryan Gravenberch transfer hunt as Mikel Arteta looks to snap up Bayern Munich midfielder

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      ARSENAL are reportedly interested in signing Bayern Munich star Ryan Gravenberch.The Dutch midfielder joined the Bundesliga side last summer but has struggled to earn a regular spot in the side.
      Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Ryan GravenberchCredit: Getty
      This has piqued the interest of the Gunners, who are monitoring his situation at the club, according to Footmercato.
      Liverpool and Manchester United are also said to be interested in the Dutch international.
      The report has also suggested that Gravernberch, 20, is “annoyed” with his lack of game time.
      He had only played 15 times in the Bundesliga under manager Julian Nagelsmann and has only featured as a late substitute for new boss Thomas Tuchel.
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      Bayern paid £16.3million for the former Ajax starlet, and the report said he will ask to leave the club if he does not get more minutes.
      Mikel Arteta’s side have been linked to a host of central midfielders.
      The club have targeted Brighton’s Moises Caicedo and West Ham’s Declan Rice.
      Liverpool are also keen to add to their midfield roster this summer with Jurgen Klopp identifying the position as a priority.
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      The Reds were linked with a move for Borussia Dortmund star Jude Bellingham but appear to have been priced out of a move for him.
      This could see the club switch their attention to Gravenberch ahead of a summer move. More

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      Man Utd hold positive Axel Disasi transfer talks with 25-year-old centre-back wanted from Monaco

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have had “positive talks” with Monaco defender Axel Disasi, according to reports.It is understood the Red Devils could sell club captain Harry Maguire in the summer as he seeks more game time.
      Axel Disasi, left, is being linked with a move to Manchester United this summerCredit: AFP
      Disasi’s stats in Ligue 1 so far this season
      That would leave them searching for a replacement centre-back in the transfer window.
      According to GiveMeSport, United have held promising discussions with Disasi over a potential move to Old Trafford.
      The 25-year-old has shown his versatility at Monaco by playing as both a centre-half and right-back.
      He has played 41 times for the Ligue 1 side so far this season, registering an impressive six goals and four assists.
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      His progressive passing has also caught United’s eye.
      Monaco are fighting for a Champions League place as they sit five points behind second-place Lens and three behind third-place Marseille.
      The top two in Ligue 1 qualify for the Champions League group stage, with the third-place side earning a spot in the preliminary rounds.
      But if Monaco do miss out on Europe’s elite competition, Disasi could seek a move.
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      United look set to qualify for the Champions League as they sit fourth in the Premier League, three points clear of Tottenham with a game in hand.
      Disasi’s price tag is understood to be in the region of £44million as he still has two years left on his contract.
      He also has international pedigree having already secured three caps for France. More

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      Jamie Carragher rages at Chilwell for red card at Real Madrid as he tells Chelsea ace ‘let your goalkeeper do his job!’

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER has criticised Ben Chilwell for pulling back Rodrygo and being sent off in Chelsea’s defeat to Real Madrid.Frank Lampard’s side went down 2-0 at the Bernabeu on Wednesday night as goals from Karim Benzema and Marco Asensio put the Champions League holders in control of their quarter-final tie.
      Ben Chilwell was dismissed for pulling back Rodrygo on Wednesday eveningCredit: Getty
      Jamie Carragher was critical of Chilwell following his sending offCredit: Getty
      Real led 1-0 when Chilwell was dismissed for preventing a clear goalscoring opportunity as he tugged Rodrygo down on the edge of the penalty area.
      The Blues’ ten men attempted to dig in after being reduced in numbers, but Asensio added a second for the Spanish champions with 16 minutes remaining.
      And Carragher insists Chilwell should have let Rodrygo run through and let him take his chance against Kepa Arrizabalaga.
      Speaking on CBS’ coverage, he said: “For me, [Marc] Cucurella is at fault but that [the sending off] is even more at fault. Don’t pull someone back and give a red card away.
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      “The reason you pay a goalkeeper is to do his job and to get you out of trouble defensively – that’s what he’s there for. Let him do his job.
      “You’re then down to ten men, he’s now going to miss the second leg, and it still would have been difficult for Rodrygo to score from there.
      “Going down to ten men could have completely taken them out of that tie.
      “There’s still a glimmer of hope, but defensively from Cucurella that was really poor and then Chilwell, the second part of it, his positional play and also getting the red card – let your goalkeeper do his job!’”
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      Carragher’s criticism of Chilwell came after he slammed Cucurella’s positioning in allowing Rodrygo to burst through the heart of the Chelsea back line.
      He said: “Look at the body position here of Rodrygo compared to Cucurella.
      “He is already on his way, Cucurella still hasn’t changed his body position to run back and on the far side, Ben Chilwell, when one of your centre-backs steps out the wing-back has to come in and fill that space.”
      He continued: “You can’t do everything you’d like to do as a defender [against rapid players]. You’d like to be tight and aggressive, but you’ve also got to remember who you’re playing against.
      “Rodrygo is lightning-quick, so you can’t go fully in. Cucurella doesn’t go fully in, he gives himself a couple of yards – which is okay – but his problem is he doesn’t react.
      “When the ball goes and [Rodrygo] spins, Cucurella is still like this [stood still]. He hasn’t changed the pace of the game and understood what is happening in that game.
      “You’ve got be on your bike and go. And even if you go early, the player might then stop and get the ball to his feet – no problem, you’ve still got your back five in position.”
      Interim boss Lampard has kicked off his second spell as Chelsea head coach with back-to-back defeats against Wolves and Real Madrid.
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      Next up for the West London outfit is a home game against Brighton on Saturday.
      They then host Real Madrid in the second leg of their European tie at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday. More

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      Man Utd to hold talks with Bayern Munich over permanent Marcel Sabitzer transfer with loan star wanting to stay

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will hold talks with Bayern Munich over a permanent move for Marcel Sabitzer, according to reports.The Austrian arrived at Old Trafford on loan from the German giants in January.
      Marcel Sabitzer is loving life at Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Sabitzer has played 12 times for United, including a substitute appearance in their Carabao Cup final victory over Newcastle.
      According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the 29-year-old wants to stay at Old Trafford beyond the end of the season.
      Sabitzer is enjoying working with Erik ten Hag and is happy with the impact he’s been able to make at the Theatre of Dreams.
      But United do NOT have an option to buy in the terms of the loan deal.
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      Sabitzer’s Bayern future looked bleak under former boss Julian Nagelsmann.
      But his career with the Bundesliga champions now lies in the hands of new manager Thomas Tuchel.
      Should the ex-Chelsea boss want to keep him, Sabitzer may not be granted his permanent move to Old Trafford.
      The midfielder will still have two years remaining on his Bayern contract come the end of the season.
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      Sabitzer, 29, helped Man United win the Carabao CupCredit: Jamie McPhilimey
      He was signed in 2021 by his former RB Leipzig manager Nagelsmann, only to eventually fall out of favour.
      Speaking to Bild this week, Sabitzer was enthusiastic about his time at United.
      He said: “Of course my thoughts are on Man United, especially with the trust I get from Erik ten Hag – it’s very positive.
      “I found my place here. Now I know the Premier League and can say there’s nothing better.”
      Sabitzer has started United’s last three Prem games, and could be in action tonight as Ten Hag’s men take on Sevilla in the Europa League.
      The Austrian will have two years remaining on his Bayern contract come the summerCredit: Getty More

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      Fans say Chelsea’s Mason Mount should have been sent off for ‘cynical’ tackle on Carvajal after coming on v Real Madrid

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      FOOTBALL fans believe Mason Mount should have been the second Chelsea player sent off against Real Madrid last night for his tackle on Dani Carvajal.The Blues were already down to ten men by the time Mason Mount was subbed on with a quarter of an hour to go.
      It was a frustrating night in a generally frustrating season for Mason MountCredit: Getty
      Fans think Mount was very lucky to get away with thisCredit: Twitter
      Frank Lampard’s men were clinging on to a respectable scoreline after going two goals down and seeing Ben Chilwell dismissed.
      And Mount could have added to their woes with an ill-judged tackle on Carvajal in the closing stages of the game.
      The 24-year-old midfielder flew into the Madrid right-back with force only minutes after his introduction in place of Thiago Silva.
      The Spaniard was left gripping his leg in pain and looked in distress before slowly getting to his feet.
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      Miraculously Mount escaped without even a booking.
      Fans were left unhappy at French referee Francois Letexier’s decision-making.
      One said: “That’s a cynical challenge by Mason Mount on Carvajal. He caught him straight on the shin.”
      Another added: “Mount’s first ever involvement in ages is a stomp to the shin on Carvajal.”
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      Another disapproving fan said: “Casemiro gets a six month ban for that challenge Mason Mount just did on Carvajal.”
      While another stunned viewer said: “That’s a red for Mount? He literally went there to kick Carvajal and that was high too. Right on the shin.”
      Real Madrid won 2-0 after Karim Benzema and super-sub Marco Asensio grabbed the goals.
      Los Blancos were not at their best but Vinicius Junior tormented the Blues defence for much of the night.
      Chelsea had chances at the other end but once again found themselves unable to finish.
      It is now four games without a goal for the London side. More

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      Arsenal ‘add Bundesliga star to Arteta’s transfer shortlist’ to provide attacking alternative to Ben White

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      ARSENAL are eyeing a move for Wolfsburg star Ridle Baku, according to reports.The Gunners are keen to sign a more adventurous right-back option this summer.
      Arsenal are interested in Wolfsburg star Ridle BakuCredit: Getty
      Boss Mikel Arteta has successfully deployed centre-half Ben White in the position for most of this campaign.
      But Arsenal are keen to recruit a more attacking option ahead of next season.
      According to Sky Germany, Baku has impressed Gunners scouts this term.
      They add that Baku is interested in departing Wolfsburg this summer and that a move to the Premier League would be an attractive proposition.
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      The 25-year-old will have just two years remaining on his contract with the German outfit come the end of the season.
      And he could be available for just £13million.
      Baku primarily played as a right winger earlier in his career, prior to being converted.
      He was deployed at right wing-back last season, before a switch to a back four saw him move to full-back this term.
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      Ben White has primarily been selected at right-back this seasonCredit: Getty
      The four-cap Germany international has scored five goals in 26 appearances this season.
      All five of his strikes came in a sensational six-game winning streak either side of the World Cup.
      Despite that run, Wolfsburg sit ninth in the Bundesliga table.
      Baku has played 105 times since moving from Mainz in 2020, scoring 16 goals and laying on 14 assists in that time.
      In addition to White, the Gunners still have Takehiro Tomiyasu as a right-back option.
      But the 24-year-old has largely fallen out of favour this season, starting just six Premier League games.
      The Japanese international was ruled out for the remainder of the campaign last month after suffering a knee injury.
      Takehiro Tomyasu has started just six Premier League games this seasonCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal sent blunt warning as Rodri reveals Man City are out to clinch historic Treble as they close gap on title rivals

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      RODRI has warned ­Manchester City’s rivals that his team have the right mentality to win the Treble.Pep Guardiola’s hopes of landing the big three — Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup — have been boosted significantly over the last few days.
      Rodri has sent out an ominous warning to Arsenal ahead of Man City’s run-inCredit: Getty
      First, Prem leaders Arsenal dropped two vital points at Anfield on Sunday, meaning defending their domestic crown is now back in City’s own hands.
      Then on Tuesday evening, Rodri’s stunning opener set the ball rolling on a thrilling 3-0 win over Bayern Munich — which saw them plant one foot in the Champions League semi-finals.
      City’s next challenge comes against Premier League relegation strugglers Leicester on Saturday — and the Spanish midfielder claims their full focus must be on the Foxes.
      Rodri said: “We don’t value any competition over another. We are alive in all three — and will fight until the end for all of them.
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      “Our aim is to go game by game, we don’t think beyond that. We are now back to the Premier League and an intense battle for the title — but our mentality is to win everything.
      “Of course, it would be very special to win our first Champions League.
      “We are on the right path and, if we continue like this, we will have chances at the end of the season.”
      If they are to scoop the lot, City may have to win as many as 15 more matches over the next eight weeks.
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      In the next ten days they face Leicester in the Prem, Bayern in a quarter-final second leg and Championship outfit Sheffield United in an FA Cup semi-final.
      Boss Guardiola has always maintained that winning the three major trophies in one season is close to impossible for an English side.
      But defender John Stones, who almost played alongside Rodri in midfield against Bayern, says that is their target.
      He explained: “We always set high standards for ourselves and try to push for every competition we are in. That’s been happening the seven years I’ve been here.
      “We fight for everything. My goal is to win all three that we’re in.”
      Of all the three still open for City, it is no secret that they would love to win the Champions League for the first time.
      Stones added: “The dream is alive. We take it one game at a time and there’s a lot of steps to get to the final.
      “We have to take those small steps and do the job that is in front of us to eventually get there.”
      While City will take a three-goal lead to Germany next week, they plan to attack Bayern in the Allianz Arena rather than looking to hold what they have.
      Stones added: “It’s never over and that’s the mentality we come with.
      “It’s a great result and sets us up for the next leg but we know we need to go there and get a result again — because this competition throws curveballs.”
      Rodri was on the scoresheet was the Cityzens thumped Bayern Munich on TuesdayCredit: Getty
      Bernardo Silva — scorer of City’s second goal on Tuesday — said the heartbreaking defeat at Real Madrid in last year’s semi-final shows they can take nothing for granted.
      The English side had a 5-3 aggregate lead heading into injury time in the Bernabeu but crashed out in dramatic fashion, losing 6-5 over two legs after extra time.
      Bernardo says that is a major warning ahead of Wednesday’s second leg in Germany.
      The Portuguese ace said: “It’s not over because we’ve had a lot of experience in this competition that shows us what ­happens in the first game doesn’t matter.
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      “It’s a very good advantage for the second leg. But as an example, the game against Real Madrid last season — everybody said it was over and then in the last five minutes everything changed.
      “If you want to win this competition you have to be smart, you have to be ready for every type of occasion.” More