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      Chelsea vs Ipswich LIVE RESULT: Blues held at the Bridge, Van Dijk puts Liverpool one step closer to title, Spurs lose

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      CHELSEA have been dealt a huge blow to their top-four hunt after being held at the Bridge by relegation-bound Ipswich.Elsewhere, Liverpool are just two wins away from clinching the title after beating West Ham 2-1 at home.And Wolves continued their excellent form after putting FOUR past Tottenham.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from our live blog below…From Graham Hill at Molineux This was such a frustrating game for Ange Postecoglou as a series of defensive mistakes allowed Wolves to record a comprehensive win that all but seals their Premier League status for next season.Djed Spence, Christian Romero and Lucas Bergvall were all at fault as Wolves recorded a commanding fourth successive win.Spurs gave themselves a chance with goals from Mathys Tel and sub Richarlison. But they pressed the self-destruct button time and again.Copy linkCopiedAnd at the bottomThe bottom three remain doomed, it’ll be a matter of time before that is confirmed.West Ham overtaken by Wolves on goal difference in 16th and 17th – and now just two points behind Spurs!Copy linkCopiedHow it leaves thingsA damaging result for Chelsea who do remain fifth but Newcastle have two games in hand and are just a point behind.Liverpool moving 13 points clear and now cruising to title success!Copy linkCopiedFULL TIME! Liverpool 2-1 West HamSome late, late drama but the Reds go 13 points clear thanks to Luis Diaz and Virgil van Dijk goals.They’re so, so close to the title now.Copy linkCopiedFULL TIME! Chelsea 2-2 IpswichThe Blues battle back from two goals down but it’s a really poor performance and result in the chase for the Champions League.Copy linkCopied90+5 – CLOSE! Chelsea 2-2 IpswichWHAT A SAVE FROM PALMER!Enzo Fernandes thrashing the ball towards goal as the ball rolled through to him in the box but his effort from eight yards is kept out by a strong Palmer arm.He went down starfish style to push it behind.Copy linkCopied90+3 – CLOSE! Chelsea 2-2 IpswichPalmer collects the ball on the edge of the box and looks to place it into the bottom corner but his namesake gets down to tip it wide!Chelsea putting on the pressure in the final few minutes!Copy linkCopiedFT: Wolves 4-2 TottenhamAnother defeat for Ange Postecoglou and Spurs.A couple of shockers from his goalkeeper and Romero in there didn’t do much to help things.Wolves moving further away from danger at the bottom!Copy linkCopied90+4 – Liverpool 2-1 West HamCLOSE – OFF THE BAR!Kilman’s delivery from the left is helped towards goal by Fullkrug and it’s beaten Alisson but comes back off the bar!Copy linkCopied90 – Liverpool 2-1 West HamSeven minutes additional time!Copy linkCopied90 – Chelsea 2-2 IpswichSix minutes additional time!Copy linkCopied90 – GOAL!! LIVERPOOL 2-1 West HamWould you believe it!? The soon-to-be champions have won it at the death!And it might well have been his fault for the equaliser but VIRGIL VAN DIJK heads it home!And if you’re Graham Potter you have to be raging with Lucas Paqueta. He once again throws himself to ground under no challenge at all trying to buy a free kick and Andy Madley does well to see through the nonsense and wave play on.From a Liverpool corner, Van Dijk heads home from eight yards out.Copy linkCopied86 – GOAL!! WOLVES 4-2 TottenhamOh Spurs, Spurs, Spurs!!MATHEUS CUNHA with the goal to settle this one again!Copy linkCopied85 – GOAL!! Wolves 3-2 TOTTENHAMSpurs back in it again!RICHARLISON with the goal!Copy linkCopied86 – GOAL!! Liverpool 1-1 WEST HAMIt had been coming and West Ham have their equaliser.It’s an ANDY ROBERTSON own goal!He’s absolutely RAGING with Virgil van Dijk for not clearing it, instead getting in the way to see Robertson help it into his own net.And a minute or so after replacing Mo Salah!Copy linkCopied83 – Chelsea 2-2 IpswichSo, so good from Delap to collect the ball on halfway.He’s toying with the Chelsea defenders as he skips by two of them into the Blues’ half before winning the corner.Copy linkCopied79 – GOAL!! CHELSEA 2-2 IpswichFabulous finish from JADON SANCHO brings Chelsea level!He replaced Noni Madueke to boos from the Chelsea supporters.But in a game of little quality from the home side, this finish was a piece of that.The corner they’d won is taken short and Sancho makes a dart heading towards the corner of the area before opening his body up and bending a terrific strike into the far top corner.The Blues racing to the halfway line, they know a winner is needed!Copy linkCopiedFrom Graham Hill at MolineuxSpurs are in a giveaway mood this afternoon – and Postecoglou must be so frustrated.Tottenham had put themselves back in the game after an hour.Sub Lucas Bergvall came on and made an immediate impact, he fed Brennan Johnson on the right and his cross was misjudged by Nelson Semedo – Mathys Tel took advantage to smuggle the ball home at the near post.But, five minutes later, Spurs threw away the advantage with another defensive howler.Ait-Nouri robbed skipper Christian Romero who failed to deal with the situation when he appeared to have it covered. Ait-Nouri then crossed for Strand Larsen and he scored his 12th goal of the season from close range – making it five goals in four games for the Norwegian.Spurs Fact: In Mauricio Pochettino’s best three seasons – 2015-16, 16-17 and 17-18, Spurs lost 17 games, which is currently the same number as this season under Postecoglou. Copy linkCopied77 – Chelsea 1-2 IpswichEnzo Fernandez gathers the ball in the centre circle and drives to within 25 yards of goal.His shot is low and on target, but it’s a pretty poor attempt which rolls into Palmer’s arms.Copy linkCopied75 – Chelsea 1-2 IpswichPedro Neto had a half volley strike fly wide of goal from the edge of the box.His reaction and that of the supporters suggested it was close.It wasn’t really. A good couple of yards wide anyway.Copy linkCopiedAs it standsLiverpool will be moving 13 points clear at the top of the table.Arsenal have just 18 points more to play for, highlighting the huge task on their hands.It also rules out Nottingham Forest for the title, meaning only Liverpool, Arsenal or Newcastle can win it as things stand.Copy linkCopiedPremier League latest scoresChelsea 1-2 IpswichLiverpool 1-0 West HamWolves 3-1 TottenhamCopy linkCopied73 – Chelsea 1-2 IpswichHe’s not 100% fit but Liam Delap has been thrown on for the final 20 minutes to help Ipswich get over the line here.He replaces George Hirst who had a very good afternoon.Copy linkCopied72 – Liverpool 1-0 West HamLiverpool just have to be a bit careful here, West Ham are really pushing for an equaliser.In fact, were it not for the returning Alisson they’d almost certainly have one.The latest save coming from a Kudus attempt from a tight angle. Really good stuff from the stopper.Copy linkCopied68 – Chelsea 1-2 IpswichChelsea subsitution:OFF: MaduekeON: SanchoCopy linkCopied More

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      Chelsea 2 Ipswich 2: Sancho scores stunner to earn draw but first-half horror show deals blow to Champions League hopes

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      JADON SANCHO’S week ended on a high with the goal that spared Chelsea a major embarrassment.The winger was credited with two assists in Thursday’s Conference League win at Legia Warsaw and in his next game Sancho got on the scoresheet for the first time since December.Jadon Sancho scored a stunner as Chelsea came back from 2-0 down to draw with IpswchCredit: ReutersThe result has dealt another blow to Chelsea’s Champions League hopesCredit: ReutersThe Blues struggled to get going at Stamford BridgeCredit: ReutersIpswich were left to rue their missed chance for the winCredit: PAHis stunning curled shot was a high note on a disappointing day for The Blues as they had to come from 2-0 down just to earn a point against a team hurtling towards relegation.On-loan Julio Enciso and Ben Johnson put the visitors ahead and Chelsea were booed off at half time.An own goal by Axel Tuanzebe and Sancho’s sizzler rescued a draw and moved Enzo Maresca’s side up into fifth spot and back into the Champions League places – but the boss will be far from pleased.Although Ipswich keeper Alex Palmer made two brilliant stops in second half in jury time among eight saves, Chelsea were below par again and are making a return to Europe’s big time hard work following last weekend’s goalless stalemate at Brentford.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSancho will be personally pleased given recent question marks over his contribution on loan from Manchester United but as a team, Maresca’s mob is  coming up short in many departments.The game was supposed to be a chance for Ipswich’s 12-goal striker Liam Delap to audition for a job with Chelsea next season as speculation continues that he will be joining The Blues in the summer for £30 million.Injury during training restricted him to the bench but in a way it made Maresca’s need for a striker even more apparent as they wasted a series of chances to take the lead.And more so when Championship-bound Town took both of their first half opportunities to race into a two goal lead that shook Stamford Bridge.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSIt’s not just up front where Chelsea looked suspect either.Town right back Ben Johnson beat Blues left back Marc Cucurella for pace down the wing then squared for Julio Enciso to squeeze in between Levi Colwill and Tosin Adarabioyo to poke the ball in from barely two yards out.’I can’t see anything’ – Chelsea fans moan as live TNT Sports coverage of Conference League clash is ruined by smokeJulio Enciso opened the scoring in the 19th minuteCredit: GettyBen Johnson made it 2-0 before half-timeCredit: PAChelsea got back into the game through Axel Tuanzebe’s own goalCredit: GettyAnd the duo paired up again when Enciso floated a superb back post cross for Johnson to head in unmarked.Nicolas Jackson did hit the woodwork for Chelsea but winger Noni Madueke also scuffed at a clear opportunity to score and Maresca’s side was generally in a muddle for the first half – to the extent that they were soundly booed off at the break.The noise must have rung in the players’ ears because they emerged for the second half transformed.Within 20 seconds of the restart they pulled a goal back when Madueke crossed low and Town defender Axel Tuanzebe was forced into scoring an own goal under pressure.Pedro Neto whistled a shot just over the bar and Conor Townsend did well to block from Chelsea skipper Enzo Fernandez.Just as the momentum seemed to be slipping from Chelsea’s game, Sancho pulled an equaliser out of the bag with a classy curling shot from the left hand corner of the Ipswich box to bury a shot into the opposite top corner.Town keeper Alex Palmer then produced two stunning saves – one from namesake Cole and another from Blues skipper Enzo Fernandez to save a point for his team, even though it will do them little good ahead of their impending relegation.Sancho then came off the bench to lash home a scorcherCredit: ReutersIt sealed a point for Chelsea as they avoided complete embarrassmentCredit: ReutersBut the result didn’t do much for Enzo Maresca’s Champions League hopesCredit: Rex More

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      Liverpool 2 West Ham 1: Dramatic Van Dijk goal means Reds can win title next weekend as Salah breaks Prem record

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      IT’S just as well Mo Salah signed his contract – because you wouldn’t give Liverpool much chance of defending their impending Premier League title without him. Anfield’s Egyptian king, who agreed a new two-year deal on Friday, teed up Luis Diaz for an early strike with his 18th assist of the season.Virgil van Dijk netted a winner in the 90th minuteCredit: APLiverpool can win the league as early as next weekendCredit: RexLuis Diaz scored the opening goal as Arne Slot’s men moved a step closer to the titleCredit: AFPSalah put it on a plate for Diaz to score from close rangeCredit: ReutersBut this was another unconvincing display from Arne Slot’s champions-elect as Virgil Van Dijk’s 90th-minute header earned an undeserved win over struggling West Ham. Skipper Van Dijk had been the villain just three minutes earlier when he was involved in a horrible mix-up with Andy Robertson, whose own goal equalised for Graham Potter’s side. Liverpool now need only six points to make certain of their record-equalling 20th English top-flight title – and could be crowned as early as next Sunday, when they visit Leicester. But had second-placed Arsenal not given up the ghost, we might easily have had a proper title race.  READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSalah, who now has 45 goals and assists this season, broke a record for most goal contributors in a 38-game Premier League season.Again, he was the shining light in a Liverpool side who will not go down as one of the Prem’s great champions. He handed West Ham’s 19-year-old left-back Ollie Scarles a serious lesson in the first half.But while Potter’s Hammers slid into the bottom four as they extended their winless run to five matches, they were easily the better side after the interval. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKDespite last week’s defeat at Fulham, all was looking positive for Slot.The announcement of Salah’s new contract, followed by Arsenal’s latest slip-up at home to Brentford, meant any shadows of doubt about the destination of the title had been swept away.Peter Crouch reveals wife Abbey Clancy mistook Liverpool star for another woman Still, Slot welcomed back keeper Alisson after concussion and made two changes at full-back after that capitulation at Craven Cottage. After a minute’s silence to commemorate Tuesday’s 35th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster, they were singing Salah’s name with gusto. Potter had resisted the temptation to start Niclas Fullkrug after the centre-forward’s goal in last weekend’s draw against Bournemouth. The lowly bubble-blowers had won just two of their last ten matches and travelled with little expectation – especially as Liverpool had already rattled up ten goals against them in two previous meetings this season. Early on, Diaz had a shot pushed out by Alphonse Areola and Conor Bradley’s effort was deflected narrowly wide.  Ref Andy Madley was floored by a slipping Lucas Paqueta – and what are the odds on that? – before Salah truly got to work.  First, the Egyptian beautifully controlled a long, lofted pass from Ibrahima Konate, cut inside Scarles but shot wide of the far post. Next, Salah’s turn bewildered Scarles again and his low curving centre allowed Diaz to slot past Areola.   West Ham had offered nothing going forward but then they suddenly struck the woodwork. Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s pass fed Carlos Soler, forcing Alisson off his line to block, then Mohammed Kudus sent in a curling effort from an angle, which was tipped on to the bar by Liverpool’s keeper. Salah, teasing Scarles once more, teed up Mac Allister for a shot Areola saved with his feet. But Potter’s men finished the first half with a flourish.Kudus, their most serious threat, hammered a long-range shot into the stanchion, then Konstantinos Marvopanos sent a free header over the bar from a James Ward-Prowse corner. But straight from the restart, Liverpool were back on the front foot.Kostas Tsimikas was brought down by Jean-Clair Todibo on the edge of the box and Mac Allister’s curling free-kick crashed against the bar.Mac Allister then had a cross-shot tipped over by Areola and from the resulting corner, Ward-Prowse was lucky to escape without conceding a penalty for handball.Scarles was withdrawn in the 57th minute, after a significant life lesson from Salah, before Cody Gakpo and Robertson arrived for Liverpool. But Liverpool were struggling to finish off West Ham and a Virgil Van Dijk error allowed Jarrod Bowen to cut back for Soler to balloon his shot over.Then Paqueta’s through-ball released Bowen, with Alisson rushing out to block, before the Brazilian was forced to touch away an angled drive from Kudus.Read More on The SunAnd four minutes from time, West Ham thought they earned the point they deserved when Wan-Bissaka sent over a low centre, with Van Dijk and Robertson going for the same ball – the Dutchman’s attempted clearance cannoning in off the Scotsman. Diaz had a shot deflected onto the bar by Wan-Bissaka and then Van Dijk powered home a header from Mac Allister’s corner to clinch the three points – although there was still time for sub Fullkrug to head against the post.Andy Robertson turned the ball into his own net after much West Ham pressureCredit: APThe Hammers were unlucky not to come away with a pointCredit: Reuters More

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      Five goalkeepers Man Utd could replace Andre Onana with including Prem rival after flop axed for Newcastle clash

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could be on the search for a new goalkeeper this summer after Andre Onana was axed against Newcastle.Onana has been error prone throughout his United career with his latest howlers on Thursday costing his team in the 2-2 draw with Lyon.Andre Onana could be sold in the summer after being droppedCredit: GettyRuben Amorim has finally taken the decision to drop the keeper, who had not missed a minute of Premier League action since arriving at Old Trafford in the summer of 2023.His axing comes after SunSport exclusively revealed some team-mates wanted him dropped after his latest Europa League blunders.United No2  Altay Bayindir looks set to make his debut against Newcastle, but long-term Amorim and Co could be considering a permanent Onana replacement.Here are five targets the United hierarchy could try to sign in the summer.READ MORE ON MAN UTDBart VerbruggenUnited were linked with a move for the Brighton goalkeeper following Onana’s gaffes in Lyon.It has been claimed the Red Devils have contacted their Prem rivals to enquire about the Dutchman’s availability.Verbruggen, 22, has impressed since joining the Seagulls for £16m in 2023, although he has only kept only six Prem clean sheets this season.He has won 20 caps for the Netherlands and his form for club and country has also sparked interest from Bayern Munich, who could fight United to sign the £60million-rated stopper.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSBrighton star Bart Verbruggen is an option for Man UtdCredit: RexZion SuzukiThe Japanese shot-stopper has been linked with a move to Old Trafford over the last few transfer windows.United sent scouts to watch Suzuki last year but missed out on the chance to sign him as he was snapped up by Parma.Andre Onana suffers shocking howler to put Man Utd behind after being booed and insulted during warm-up over Matic spatThe 22-year-old is yet to make a single error leading to a goal in Serie A and he is now valued at £40m, despite costing just £6.5m last summer.Man Utd have kept tabs on Zion Suzuki for some timeCredit: GettyLucas ChevalierChevalier has attracted plenty of attention with his displays for Lille in Ligue 1 and the Champions League this season.He is on the radar of both United and Manchester City while reports claim Paris Saint-Germain and AC Milan could hijack a transfer move.The Frenchman, 23, is under contract at Lille until 2027 and could fetch a fee of £40m.Chevalier has been mooted as the heir to France No1 Mike Maignan, with his brilliant double save against Borussia Dortmund showcasing his reflexes and athleticism.Lucas Chevalier is also attracting attention from Man CityCredit: AFPDiogo CostaCosta is another goalie who has consistently been linked to United.The Porto No1 has impressed with his shot stopping and his ability on the ball and has previously expressed his admiration of the Red Devils.Costa, 25, said of the club: “For me, they are the biggest team in England, a special club and one I have admired since I was a kid. “It is like a Champions League game; we know it will be a great game. We need to be at our best to win the game.”The Portugal international has a £62.5m release clause so would likely be the most expensive option on United’s shopping list.Man Utd are long-term admirers of Diogo Costa and the feeling is mutualCredit: ReutersSenne LammensLammens is another who has burst on to the scene and is attracting attention despite making just 51 appearances for Royal Antwerp.Read More on The SunHe was called up to the Belgium squad for the first time in March and his distribution and ability with the ball at his feet make him an ideal ‘Guardiola-style’ keeper.United have sent scouts to watch the 22-year-old, who is understood to have a price tag of £30m.Senne Lammens has impressed since bursting on to the sceneCredit: Getty More

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      ‘Grateful I still have my thumb’ – Ex-Man Utd hero and Ipswich star gives update on freak injury before Chelsea clash

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      IT WILL be thumbs up for Axel Tuanzebe this season even if Ipswich go down.The Tractor Boys go to Chelsea today knowing a shock win will still not boost their survival hopes. Axel Tuanzebe came close to losing his thumb in a freak accidentCredit: RexBut Town defender Tuanzebe, 27, just wants to perform and put a freak injury behind him.He sustained a cut hand while washing up in September and it almost saw him lose a thumb.Tuanzebe said: “It’s something I just want to put behind me, move forward and focus on the football.“It cost me a few games this season and I want to make up for it.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“It wasn’t a minor issue, it was quite serious. The club have been very  supportive, the medical staff in particular.” I’m just grateful that I still have my thumb intact.“It’s OK now thanks to a good doctor and now it is time to crack on and knuckle down for the season.”Town boss Kieran McKenna revealed at the time that Tuanzebe had to have surgery to repair the tendons in the thumb.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe injury did not just sideline him for months – it also prevented him from having a go at bettering his Hungry Hippos world record.He cleared the game in the fastest ever time of 17.36 seconds back in 2018.Football stars’ weird phobiasBut back on the field, the ex-Manchester United youth star is out of contract at the end of the season.Tuanzebe added: “This club has always been good in sorting things out in good time. I’m sure they’ll do that come the summer.” More

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      Crystal Palace line up bold Marcus Rashford transfer but face two hurdles to get Man Utd outcast if Villa don’t want him

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      CRYSTAL PALACE are plotting a sensational swoop for Marcus Rashford if Aston Villa don’t sign him at the end of the season.Eagles executives are monitoring the striker’s performances at Villa Park after he signed a loan deal from United in the January transfer window.Crystal Palace are keeping tabs on Manchester United loanee Marcus RashfordCrystal Palace are facing two major hurdles to lure RashfordPalace will face competition from Aston Villa, where Rashford is playing on loanRashford has bagged five goals and three assists in 22 games for Villa and his improved form saw him recalled to the England squad by Thomas Tuchel for his first World Cup 2026 qualifiers squad.Villa have an option to buy the striker for around £40million from United at the end of the loan deal in June.A source told The Sun on Sunday that Palace are closely monitoring the situation and are interested in talking to the player in the summer.Palace, who lost 5-2 to Man City on Saturday, are 12th in the Premier League and have reached the FA Cup semi-final against Villa under Austrian manager Oliver Glasner.Read More on Man UtdHe has built an exciting squad around Adam Wharton, Eberechi Eze, Ismaila Sarr, Jean-Philippe Mateta and Chelsea loanee Ben Chilwell.The source said: “Palace are keeping a very close eye on Rashford and what happens with Villa and United.“There is a good buzz around the club at the moment and someone like Marcus is exactly the kind of player they would love to attract.“They know they would have to keep onto their better players to try and persuade Marcus to move to South London.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSEarlier this week SunSport revealed how Paris Saint-Germain are interested in the player.A return to Old Trafford has also not been ruled out given United’s goalscoring problems – but only if Rashford heals his relationship with manager Ruben Amorim.Ruben Amorim brings up Marcus Rashford as he vows to talk to Garnacho after Man Utd star stormed down tunnelAmorim is planning a major summer clearout as Man Utd look set for their worst ever Premier League finish.Reports suggest the Portuguese tactician will be handed a £200m transfer war chest, but only if he first flogs a few players.Rashford poses as a candidate as his contract would free up a lot of space on the wage bill.The same goes for Antony and Jadon Sancho, who are also out on loan at Real Betis and Chelsea respectively.Christian Eriksen, Casemiro, Andre Onana and Tyrell Malacia have also been linked with an exit.One of the Red Devils’ young guns Kobbie Mainoo or Alejandro Garnacho may also leave. More

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      Newcastle preparing £35m swoop for Greek wonderkid but will have to beat Man Utd, Liverpool and Bayern to transfer

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      NEWCASTLE are weighing up a swoop for Greek wonderkid Konstantinos Karetsas.Genk’s 17-year-old attacker announced himself on the world stage by becoming Greece’s youngest starter and goalscorer against Scotland last month.Newcastle are weighing up a swoop for Genk wonderkid Konstantinos KaretsasGreek star Karetsas is also being eyed by Liverpool, Manchester United and Bayern MunichHis exploits for club and country have attracted the attention of Europe’s top guns and Toon’s scouts were there to watch that in person at Hampden.Now Newcastle are readying for a fight with Bayern Munich to sign him.The winger, comfortable on either flank or as No10, has a £35million release clause in his contract at the Belgian club.Karetsas, born in Belgium to Greek parents, fits the player profile that Toon are chasing and Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has a proven track record of nurturing young talents.Read More on FootballEven though he already has fellow left-footers Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes in his squad, the versatile ace is just at home on the right.And providing competition for in-form Jacob Murphy, 30, on that flank is a key priority for Howe.Following three-consecutive windows without any major big-money buys and battling PSR issues, Newcastle do have cash to spend this summer.And the transfer kitty provided by their Saudi owners could also be bolstered if the Carabao Cup winners go on to finish in the top five and seal Champions League qualification.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSKarestas, who grew up idolising Brazilians Neymar and Ronaldinho, penned a new contract until 2027 in November but his release clause makes him an attractive and affordable proposition.Bayern are believed to be huge admirers and have already decided to make their move.Why Jacob Murphy and Bruno Fernandes will decide Newcastle vs Manchester Utd | Experts’ best bets – Weekend WagerAnd it may turn into a transfer slugfest with Italians Napoli getting involved in a bidding war.Reports from Italy and Greece also claim that Liverpool and Manchester United have both been impressed with what they’ve seen from their own scouting missions.Manchester City, Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa are also said to have sent scouts for Greece’s 3-0 victory in the Nations League at Hampden Park. More

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      Why is Eddie Howe not on the touchline for Newcastle vs Man Utd?

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      NEWCASTLE welcome Manchester United to St James’ Park for a mouthwatering Premier League encounter – but there’ll be no Eddie Howe on the touchline.The Toon have been flying since ending their 70-year trophy drought with a Carabao Cup win against Liverpool in March.Eddie Howe will be absent from the touchline against Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyBruno Guimaraes’ strike helped Newcastle see off West Ham before beating Brentford after the international break.Eddie Howe’s men then thrashed Leicester 3-0 five days later and they’ll be hoping to build on that win this afternoon against a struggling Manchester United side.But Howe is absent from the match today and SunSport can explain why.Why is Eddie Howe not on the touchline vs Man Utd?A statement read: “Eddie Howe will miss Newcastle United’s Premier League game against Manchester United on Sunday due to illness.Read more on Eddie Howe”The Magpies’ head coach was admitted to hospital late on Friday evening having felt unwell for a number of days.”Medical staff kept Eddie in hospital overnight for further tests, which are ongoing.”He is conscious and talking with his family, and is continuing to receive expert medical care.”Everyone at Newcastle United extends their best wishes to Eddie for a speedy recovery, and further updates will follow in due course.”Most read in FootballWho will step in for Eddie Howe?Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will step in for Eddie Howe while the Newcastle boss recovers.And Tindall gave an update on Howe while addressing the media on Friday morning.The Toon assistant manager said: “He’s been really poorly. Bed-ridden. We’ve been in daily contact but it’s not affected any of the preparations.”Still got a few days and hopefully he’ll be back for weekend.”What time does Newcastle vs Man Utd kick-off?Newcastle vs Manchester United kicks off at 4:30pm BSTSt James’ Park is the allocated venue for this huge match and it can host 52,000 fans.Fans can watch the entire action on Sky Sports Main Event or Sky Sports Premier League.Goals from Alexander Isak and Joelinton fired the Toon to a 2-0 win when the sides last met in December 2024. More