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      Sale of Tottenham ‘impossible’ at Jahm Najafi’s planned £3bn bid with owner Joe Lewis ‘wanting closer to £4.5bn’

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      A REPORTED £3.1billion offer to buy Tottenham won’t be enough to purchase the club, it is claimed.Iranian-American billionaire Jahm Najafi is preparing the blockbuster bid, according to the Financial Times.
      Iranian-American billionaire Jahm Najafi is reportedly preparing a bid to buy TottenhamCredit: Alamy
      It’s claimed Tottenham owner Joe Lewis values the club at closer to £4.5billionCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Najafi, 60, is forming a consortium to put forward an offer.
      But the Daily Mail say Spurs owner Joe Lewis wants “closer to £4.5bn” in order to sell.
      Lewis, who owns investment company ENIC Group, is said to value Tottenham at £4bn-£4.5bn.
      And therefore The Mail say Spurs consider it “impossible” for Najafi to succeed with a £3.1bn bid.
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      Lewis, 86, is reported to be open to selling the club, although billionaire Najafi is yet to approach with a formal offer.
      Najafi owns Najafi Companies – a Phoenix-based equity firm which is his primary source of income.
      He is also the chair of sports investment company MSP Sports Capital.
      Najafi was previously linked with a takeover at Everton, and has reportedly been interested in taking over a Premier League side for some time.
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      Najafi is a part-owner of NBA side Phoenix Suns and is vice-chairman of McLaren Racing.
      The Financial Times say 70 per cent of Najafi’s bid will be put forward by MSP and the partners recruited for the consortium.
      The other 30 per cent will come from backers from the Middle East, thought to be mainly based in Abu Dhabi.
      Spurs chairman Daniel Levy is claimed to have been joined at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium by potential buyers multiple times in recent months.
      Najafi is looking to become the latest US owner of a Premier League club following a recent influx.
      Todd Boehly and private equity group Clearlake Capital bought Chelsea last year for around £2.5bn.
      Another group led by Bill Foley, and including Hollywood A-lister Michael B Jordan, recently bought Bournemouth for £120m. More

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      Ex-Leeds boss Jesse Marsch WON’T become Southampton manager after huge U-turn

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      JESSE MARSCH will NOT become Southampton’s new manager, according to reports.The former Leeds boss was reported to be joining but has now made a massive U-turn.
      Jesse Marsch has rejected SouthamptonCredit: AP
      Marsch, who was only sacked at Elland Road earlier this month, was thought to have had positive discussions with the Saints hierarchy over taking the role.
      But it was the American who decided the job wasn’t for him – with the South Coast club in a bleak fight for survival.
      According to talkSPORT’s Alex Crook, Marsch decided the project was not right for him following a meeting with the owners.
      The 49-year-old American kept Leeds in the Premier League last season but finds Southampton in a far more perilous position.
      Nathan Jones was axed after just eight league games in charge, with one win and seven defeats, leaving them bottom and four points from safety.
      Coach Ruben Selles will take charge of Southampton as caretaker until a permanent manager is appointed.
      The Saints have been linked with Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney, who has management experience with Derby and DC United.
      Reports also claim Steven Gerrard and Ivan Juric are candidates for the job.
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      When Marsch replaced Marcelo Bielsa at Leeds they were 16th and two points clear of the drop.
      The former RB Salzburg and RB Leipzig coach was sacked with the side 17th in the Premier League after just two wins from their last 17 league games. More

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      Meet Chelsea star Ben Chilwell’s stunning Aussie model girlfriend as they go official with sweet kiss on Valentine’s Day

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      BEN CHILWELL went public with his gorgeous Australian model girlfriend with a romantic Valentine’s Day post.The Chelsea footballer, 26, has just returned to action from another spell on the sidelines.
      Ben Chilwell and Cartia Mallan have gone publicCredit: Instagram @cartiamallan
      The model took to Instagram to reveal their relationshipCredit: Instagram @cartiamallan
      Chilwell treated her to a large bouquet of roses on Valentine’s DayCredit: Instagram @cartiamallan
      The brunette posed in red lingerie with her presentCredit: Instagram @cartiamallan
      Now he has been struck down with the lovebug after falling for Aussie ‘It Girl’ Cartia Mallan.
      The 24-year-old brunette took to Instagram to reveal their relationship with a series of posts.
      She shared pics of the loved-up couple cuddling in front of a fireplace in what appears to be a cottage for a romantic getaway.
      Chilwell, wearing a chequered knitted jumper, plants an adoring kiss on Cartia’s cheek as the model shows off a beaming smile.
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      She tagged the £50million Blues left-back on the photo and added emojis of two people and a heart.
      Cartia also posted snaps of a large bouquet of red and pink roses, dubbed her “love language”, and then added a series of videos in red lingerie enjoying her special gift for her 520,000 followers.
      She captioned them: “I love you, say it back!”
      And for another, she added: “The beauty you see in anything is a reflection of the beauty in you.”
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      Cartia works for modelling agency Storm – which has led to work with Rimmel, Louis Vuitton, Prada and Dior – and also hosts the Common Chaos podcast with friend Ashton Wood.
      The Brisbane star also hosts a beauty and fashion blog on YouTube with 485,000 subscribers.
      She previously dated Australian actor and model Josh Heuston and was also linked with Jude Law’s son Raff as well as Aussie Rules star Bailey Smith.
      Chilwell’s new girlfriend is 24Credit: Instagram @cartiamallan
      She has modelled for Rimmel, Louis Vuitton, Prada and DiorCredit: Instagram @cartiamallan
      Cartia dated Josh Heuston for around two yearsCredit: Instagram @cartiamallan
      Fans spotted her wearing one of Chilwell’s shirts on a night outCredit: Instagram
      The influencer and YouTuber recently moved to LondonCredit: Instagram @cartiamallan
      Now, though, she is based in London and clearly head over heels with her new man.
      The Daily Mail reported in December that Chilwell had flown his new partner to spend a week with him in Dubai during the World Cup break – after eagle-eyed fans spotted her cheering on the ace for Chelsea and wearing one of his shirts.
      Chilwell, who has previously dated Holly Scarfone, Love Island star Joanna Chimonides and Lewis Hamilton’s ex Camila Kendra, has now recovered from a hamstring injury, coming on in the recent draws with Fulham and West Ham.
      She is originally from Australia and grew up in Queensland
      Cartia has 520,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @cartiamallan
      The pair enjoyed a week together in Dubai during the World CupCredit: Instagram @cartiamallan
      Chilwell’s list of stunning former girlfriends includes Love Islander Joanna ChimonidesCredit: Instagram
      The left-back joined Chelsea from Leicester for £50m in 2020Credit: Getty More

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      Premier League cult hero looks unrecognisable with sharp new hair do and tattoos as he returns to old stomping ground

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      A PREMIER LEAGUE cult hero looked unrecognisable as he returned to his former stomping ground on Valentine’s Day.The ex-footballer was seen sporting a sharp new hair do and tattoos on his arms.
      The ex-Prem striker seen during EFL and Ebay filming at Carrow RoadCredit: Rex
      The Norwich legend met with the owners of bookshop Books and Crannies to give them a behind the scenes tour of Carrow RoadCredit: Rex
      The 46 year old is somewhat of a cult hero in the Premier League and has turned out for Newcastle United, Manchester City, Coventry City, Leeds United and Norwich.
      The former Coventry forward made a total of 201 appearances in the Premier League scoring 38 goals and registering 17 assists.
      His most successful season was with Coventry City in the 1997/1998 season where he scored 14 goals in 34 appearances.
      If you haven’t guessed by now it is of course forward Darren Huckerby.
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      Huckerby was back at Carrow Road filming with the EFL and Ebay as he met the owners of bookshop Books and Crannies before giving them a behind the scenes tour of the stadium.
      The Norwich legend then watched his former side beat Hull City 3-1 in the Championship.
      His last season in the Premier League was with Norwich in the 2004/2005 season where Huckerby scored six times in 37 appearances.
      The forward won the 2001/2002 First Division with Manchester City and the 2003/2004 First Division title with Norwich.
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      Darren Huckerby celebrates scoring for Coventry City in the Premier League.Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Darren Huckerby enjoyed this goal against Arsenal back in the dayCredit: PA:Press Association
      Huckerby announced his retirement at the age of 33 in September 2009 following a spell with MLS side San Jose Earthquakes.
      The former footballer now lives in Keswick, South Norfolk. More

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      How Man Utd’s star man Rashford ‘nearly joined BARCELONA in 2019 with his brothers meeting club THREE TIMES’

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      MARCUS RASHFORD nearly joined Barcelona in 2019, according to reports.The Manchester United star has been ever present for the Red Devils since breaking into the first team in 2016.
      Marcus Rashford turned down an approach from Barcelona in 2019Credit: Getty
      Rashford’s brothers met with Barcelona to discuss a potential moveCredit: marcusrashford
      But four years ago his career almost took a different direction amid interest from Barcelona.
      The Spanish giants were looking for a replacement for Luis Suarez and wanted a young player they could mould into their style of play.
      They liked the look of Rashford due to his age and the fact he only had 18 months remaining on his contract, which meant he may have been affordable.
      Then Barca general manager Pep Segura approached Rashford’s agent and his brothers to sound out a potential move, according to Mundo Deportivo.
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      Three meetings took place between Barcelona and Rashford’s representatives but a transfer never came to fruition.
      Rashford was believed to have been worried about moving to such a big club when he was only 21-years-old.
      He reportedly held concerns over adapting the language, culture and playing style at Barcelona.
      Rashford decided to stay at Old Trafford and soon after renewed his contract.
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      The 25-year-old penned a four-and-a-half-year deal worth £250,000-a-week with the option of an extra year. More

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      Excited Man Utd fans convinced Mbappe is joining club after bizarre translation on Instagram – and even Rashford replies

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      A GLITCH on Kylian Mbappe’s latest Instagram post has sent Manchester United supporters into a frenzy.The Paris Saint-Germain superstar’s club were bizarrely linked to the Red Devils after he shared a new snap of himself in action.
      Kylian Mbappe sent Man Utd fans into meltdown with his latest Instagram postCredit: Rex
      This is how it was translated in EnglishCredit: Instagram
      Mbappe posted a photo from PSG’s 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich in the Champions League last night.
      The World Cup golden boot winner, 24, was returning from injury and he almost sparked a comeback after entering the action from the bench.
      Despite being unable to do so, he switched his focus to Instagram afterwards and his eye-catching caption soon had everyone talking – including United’s very own Marcus Rashford who replied with a fire emoji.
      Mbappe wrote in French the words for “all that remains to be done” as he looked ahead to the second leg of the last-16 tie.
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      However, the translation in English bizarrely added the claim that: “Manchester United’s team is now on PSG.”
      And followers of the former Monaco ace quickly took that as a sign that the hitman wanted to join the likes of Rashford at Old Trafford.
      One replied: “Mbappe x Rashford x Sancho .”
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      Another said: “He’s actually coming.”
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      A fellow Red Devil commented: “Man Utd coming to win Champions League next season.”
      While another added: “Welcome our new number 7.”
      And another simply wrote: “Here we go.”
      Even Marcus Rashford got involved in the responsesCredit: PA More

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      New footage emerges of David De Gea’s incredible ‘s***housery’ during Man Utd win over Leeds.. and fans love it

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      DAVID DE GEA celebrated wildly as Manchester United won 2-0 at Elland Road on Sunday.Footage shows the goalkeeper enraging Leeds fans as Alejandro Garnacho netted to make the points safe after Marcus Rashford scored the opener.
      David De Gea punched the air in front of the Leeds fans after Manchester United scored at Elland RoadCredit: YouTube
      The goalkeeper wildy celebrated Alejandro Garnacho’s strikeCredit: YouTube
      De Gea continually pumped his fists in front of the home fansCredit: YouTube
      In a video posted to YouTube, De Gea turns around towards the rival home fans and punches the air madly while jumping off the ground.
      He continues punching the air as he walks back towards his goal, getting closer to the home supporters.
      De Gea then carries on pumping his fists and punching the air, all right in front of the Elland Road faithful.
      United fans on social media were left praising the Spanish goalkeeper, 32, for winding up Leeds supporters.
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      One wrote: “Lovely work @D_DeGea. The fume is immense.”
      De Gea himself even replied to the tweet with a saluting emoji.
      Meanwhile, other United fans were left revelling in De Gea’s “s***housery”.
      One said: “I love this s***housery as much as the roar!”
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      Another wrote: “Proper s***housery that, well done David.”
      And a third added: “P*** boiling at its best.”
      De Gea made history in the match, becoming the first non-British player to make 400 Premier League appearances for one club.
      The 2-0 win also saw him equal Peter Schmeichel’s record of 178 clean sheets for the Red Devils. More

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      How Arsenal could line up with Declan Rice & Lautaro Martinez with Gunners to splash cash in summer transfer spree

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      ARSENAL could have a new look next season with the club set to spend big once again this summer.The Gunners have splashed the cash in recent years to help Mikel Arteta build a side capable of challenging for the title.
      Mikel Arteta could bolster two key positions
      Declan Rice is Arsenal’s top summer transfer targetCredit: Getty
      The Gunners could reignite their interest in Lautaro MartinezCredit: Alamy
      And they are prepared to loosen the purse strings once more to land West Ham star Declan Rice.
      The England international could be off as he is unwilling to extend his contract, which expires in 2024.
      That means West Ham could choose to cash in before his value depreciates, though the Hammers are demanding £100m to let him leave.
      Despite that, a host of clubs are believed to be interested in the midfielder including Manchester United and Chelsea.
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      The Gunners have reportedly made Rice their top summer transfer target and are willing to spend £80m to lure him to The Emirates.
      If he joins Rice could slot in nicely alongside Thomas Partey, who has impressed this season.
      Arsenal may also look to strengthen their attacking options with Gabriel Jesus’ injury highlighting a lack of depth upfront.
      One player the North Londoners could reignite their interest in is Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez.
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      Arteta is a fan of the Argentina international and he fits Arsenal’s style of play.
      The 25-year-old was valued at £51million last summer so Arsenal opted to sign Jesus instead, with Martinez also believed to have been keen on staying at Inter.
      Martinez’s arrival would offer Arteta greater flexibility and could even see Jesus played out wide, a role he occasionally fulfilled at Manchester City. More