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      ‘Wishful thinking’ – Man Utd and Liverpool get HUGE transfer boost as Dortmund chief casts doubt on Bellingham future

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      BORUSSIA DORTMUND have confirmed that they want to keep Jude Bellingham – although they admit it could be “wishful thinking”.The 19-year-old England star is arguably the most sought-after player in Europe with a host of top clubs chasing him.
      Dortmund have confirmed they want to keep Jude BellinghamCredit: Rex
      Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain have both supposedly seen early moves knocked back by the midfielder himself.
      Bellingham appears to be against joining either of those two amid interest from the likes of Manchester City, Liverpool, Manchester United and Real Madrid.
      However, we revealed last week how Los Blancos are feeling that the financial wealth of the Premier League has led them to believe that a return to England for the ex-Birmingham City ace is on the cards.
      Bellingham is under contract at Dortmund until 2025 – meaning they are under no immediate pressure to cash in on him this summer.
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      However, they do know that his price tag is likely to be at its peak come the end of the season.
      The Bundesliga club’s sporting director Sebastian Kehl has now confirmed that there is no guarantee they will look to sell him and says they are desperate to hang on to him.
      But he also admitted that there have been no advanced talks over an extension and that a new deal seems unlikely.
      Kehl said: “There has been no new development. We’ll have to be patient for a little longer.
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      “But of course we try to keep Jude Bellingham at Borussia Dortmund as long as possible because he is an incredibly important player who has shown once again this season how he identifies with this club and makes the team better.
      “Things develop due to market mechanisms. So of course I have my thoughts and also have my wishful thinking. I can’t say whether that will happen in the end.
      “From Borussia Dortmund’s point of view, the wishful thinking would be to keep a player of this quality at this club for as long as possible.
      “I would also like to have kept Erling Haaland or Jadon Sancho at Borussia Dortmund, because you can only imagine if we had managed to keep all three players in one team, what opportunities would then arise.”
      Kehl added: “We will always try everything to keep players of this quality at BVB – because we are ambitious, because we want to win titles. For this we need not only good, but also outstanding players.”
      Dortmund and Bellingham have enjoyed a six-match winning streak since returning from the World Cup.
      They welcome Chelsea to Germany for the first-leg of their last-16 Champions League clash on Wednesday. More

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      Forgotten Premier League star and trophy winner at Man City joins TENTH club as he makes shock move to BOLIVIA

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      FORGOTTEN Premier League star Wilfried Bony has joined the TENTH club of his career with a move to BOLIVIAN team Always Ready.The 34-year-old was an instant hit when he joined Swansea from Dutch side Vitesse in 2013.
      Wilfried Bony has joined Bolivian team Always ReadyCredit: Instagram
      Bony scored 39 goals and assisted nine in 96 appearances for the then Prem outfit, earning himself a big-money move to Manchester City after two years in Wales.
      The ex-Ivory Coast star, who netted 18 goals in 59 appearances for his country, won a League Cup during his time at the Etihad – but ultimately failed to live up to the expectations of his £28.4million transfer.
      Bony had a loan spell at Stoke between 2016 and 2017, before re-joining Swansea for another two-year stint.
      His journey in the UK started and ended with Swansea, as he moved to the Middle East in 2019 to play for teams Al-Arabi and Al-Ittihad.
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      Bony spent three years playing in Qatar and then Saudi Arabia before returning to Holland to play for NEC Nijmegen.
      But he only made a 15-minute substitute appearance from January onwards, and was let go at the end of the 2022 season.
      After spending the first half of this season without a club, Bony has now landed in Bolivia to play for Always Ready, who are excited by the striker’s arrival.
      They said on Instagram: “A surprise for our fans.
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      “More than 140 goals in European premier divisions, Champions and Europa League, African Cup of Nations champion.
      “He played for Manchester City, Swansea, Sparta Prague and Vitesse among others…”
      Bony was an instant hit at Swansea after his 2013 transfer
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      Ryan Sessegnon makes bold changes to his social media after being ruled out for six weeks in latest blow to Tottenham

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      RYAN SESSEGNON has made a bold change to his Instagram account after being ruled out for six weeks by injury.Tottenham boss Antonio Conte, who himself went under the surgeon’s knife this month, has suffered a number of key blows over the past few days.
      Ryan Sessegnon has been sidelined for six weeks with a hamstring injuryCredit: Getty
      How Sessegnon’s Insta profile looks now
      Goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has been sidelined for eight weeks, leaving him with just Fraser Forster as the club’s only senior stopper.
      Rodrigo Bentancur will also miss the rest of the season after suffering an ACL tear against Leicester.
      An MRI scan has confirmed that the Uruguayan midfielder will be out for at least six months.
      That news came just days after Yves Bissouma was ruled out indefinitely after undergoing ankle surgery.
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      With Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg suspended for the Champions League trip to AC Milan tonight, Conte will be left with just Oliver Skipp and Pape Matar Sarr to choose from in the midfield.
      Now Conte and Spurs have been dealt another blow after wing-back Sessegnon suffered a hamstring strain.
      The 22-year-old former Fulham ace, who has enjoyed a loan spell at German side Hoffenheim previously, did the damage in training ahead of Saturday’s 4-1 thrashing at Leicester City.
      Now it has been claimed that he will be out of action for at least six weeks as the North London team’s problems continue to mount.
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      However, after the news broke, fans were quick to spot today that Sessegnon had deleted all of his previous posts from his Instagram account.
      His profile picture has also been removed, leaving just a black circle in its place.

      Even more bizarrely, the ace has NOT done the same on his Twitter account, which still looks exactly the same.
      He is not the first player to do this on Instagram in recent times.
      Manchester United supporters were left baffled after Jadon Sancho wiped out his account back in November. More

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      Lee Mason AXED from VAR duty for weekend Premier League games after Arsenal vs Brentford controversy

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      LEE MASON has been stood down from VAR duty this weekend.The official didn’t spot an offside in the build up to Brentford’s leveller at Arsenal on Saturday.
      Lee Mason has been stood down from VAR duty this weekend
      Mason failed to spot Christian Norgaard’s offside in the build up to Brentford’s equaliser against Arsenal on SaturdayCredit: Sky Sports
      Mason currently only works on VAR after retiring as an on-pitch official.
      But he has been stood down from his duties this weekend.
      The 51-year-old was not included in the Premier League’s list of appointments for the upcoming round of fixtures.
      Mason supposedly forgot to draw the lines to determine if Christian Norgaard was offside as he was looking at another incident in the build-up to Brentford’s leveller in the 1-1 draw.
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      It left Ivan Toney to score what could be a killer equaliser to Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes come the end of the season.
      The refereeing body, the PGMOL, wrote to Arsenal to apologise citing human error, and Howard Webb called an emergency meeting with all officials.
      After the match, boss Mikel Arteta said: “I just looked back and it is offside.
      “Have they explained why it wasn’t allowed? No. It is frustrating but they will probably give an explanation later in the week. Today we haven’t got one.
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      “You have to apply certain principles in defending and you do that by sticking to the rules. Suddenly you change the rules and then you have to change your principles.
      “So tell us before so then you don’t hold the line that high.
      “Because you’re always going to have an advantage if you get blocked. You cannot block if you are offside.”
      There was also controversy as Pervis Estupinian’s strike for Brighton was incorrectly ruled out for offside as VAR John Brooks made the decision based on the wrong Crystal Palace defender.

      That led to Brooks being AXED from the VAR team for Liverpool’s 2-0 win against Everton and Wednesday’s showdown between Arsenal and Manchester City.
      But Brooks will return this weekend as fourth official for Aston Villa vs Arsenal on Saturday. More

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      Mason Greenwood set to miss rest of season as Manchester United probe continues

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      MANCHESTER United star Mason Greenwood is expected to miss the rest of the season.The striker had attempted rape charges against him dropped earlier this month but his club is carrying out its own investigation.
      Mason Greenwood is expected to miss the rest of the season
      Greenwood, 21, hasn’t played for Man United since his arrest in January 2022.
      He will remain suspended until the end of the 2022/23 Premier League season, the Daily Star reports.
      All charges against the footballer, including attempted rape, actual bodily harm and coercive or controlling behaviour, were withdrawn by the Crown Prosecution Service earlier this month.
      It came after 12 witnesses, including the woman at the centre of the allegations, refused to co-operate.
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      Greenwood, who earns around £100,000 a week and is contracted until 2025, is still unable to play for United or train while the Red Devils carry out an internal probe.
      This is said to involve interviews to get his version of events and checks on his physical and mental health.
      Manager Erik Ten Hag hopes this process will be complete before the summer but it cannot be confirmed, it is understood.
      Prior to his arrest, Greenwood was valued at around £50million and regarded as one of European football’s hottest young talents.
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      But United’s women’s players reportedly don’t want him to return to the club.
      According to reports in The Athletic, “the feeling is strong” amongst the team that he should be let go – and is shared by some in the men’s dressing room.
      Fans are also said to be uncertain about his return.
      Greenwood, who was dropped from a multi-million pound boot deal by Nike following his arrest, has made 129 appearances for United, scoring 35 goals and winning one England cap. More

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      Joao Felix could make Chelsea transfer move permanent as Atletico Madrid eye shock swap deal for Blues ace

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      CHELSEA are reportedly keen on turning Joao Felix’s loan move into a permanent one.The 23-year-old has had an eventful start to life at Stamford Bridge having been sent off on his debut before scoring on his return after suspension.
      Chelsea reportedly want to make Joao Felix’s loan move a permanent oneCredit: Getty
      And the Blues are keen on extending his stay with the club, according to Spanish outlet Relevo.
      Felix’s agent is Jorge Mendes, who also represents record signing Enzo Fernandez.
      So Chelsea have recent experience dealing with the Portuguese agent.
      American owner Todd Boehly is reported to have an “excellent” relationship with Mendes.
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      Atletico are claimed to be open to letting Felix leave in the summer for around £88million, having previously demanded £115m-£130m for his signature.
      Talks between the two clubs will reportedly take place when Felix’s current loan deal expires at the end of the campaign.
      Meanwhile, Fichajes are reporting that Atletico are keen on Chelsea outcast Christian Pulisic.
      The winger is currently out injured but the arrivals of Mykhailo Mudryk, Noni Madueke and Felix have only added to competition for places.
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      Christian Pulisic could reportedly leave Chelsea in the summerCredit: Reuters
      Atletico’s interest in Pulisic potentially raises the possibility of a swap deal for Felix involving the American, which could bring down the amount of cash the Blues would have to shell out.
      Pulisic has entered the final 18 months of his contract and is set to be put up for sale in the summer.

      As well as Atletico, Pulisic also has several Premier League clubs chasing his signature, including Manchester United.
      Pulisic has played 136 games for Chelsea since signing from Borussia Dortmund in 2019, scoring 26 goals and providing 21 assists.
      Despite winning the Champions League, he has failed to taste regular action since joining the club for £58million. More

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      Arsenal vs Man City: Prem title decider is guaranteed classic as Gunners look to keep City at arm’s length – live stream

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      ARSENAL host champions Manchester City in what is sure to be an instant Premier League classic.Although Arsenal have only claimed one point from their last available six, Arteta and his men will be hoping to put form aside and beat title rivals City.
      Manchester City got the job done against Aston Villa to keep themselves firmly in the title race after the Gunners dropped pointsCredit: Getty
      Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard are the biggest threat to CityCredit: Getty
      Manchester City triumphed over Aston Villa in their previous fixture in a 3-1 win and will be hoping to bring their momentum to the Emirates.
      City played against Arsenal in the FA Cup in January and came out victorious due to a goal by defender Nathan Ake
      Neither side will be under any illusions over how massive three points is in the title race – either side winning will see the pendulum swing in their favour.
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      Arsenal’s decisive fixture against Manchester City will take place on Wednesday, February 15.
      Kickoff is scheduled for 7.30pm GMT in the UK.
      The game will take place in the Emirates which can hold 60,000 fans.

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      Is Arsenal vs Man City on TV and can I live stream it?

      The match is not being broadcast on a conventional tv channel.
      But Arsenal vs Manchester City will be streamed live on Amazon Prime, which comes with a 30-day free trial.
      SunSport will also bring minute-by-minute coverage of the match on the live blog to fans unable to watch.

      What is the team news?
      Mikel Arteta is set to continue without Gabriel Jesus and Mohamed Elneny who both have knee injuries.
      While academy stars Emile Smith-Rowe and Reiss Nelson will miss out due to their respective injuries.
      Pep Guardiola has to deal with an injury to John Stones who is expected to return on the 25th of February.
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      Erling Haaland was taken off at half time against Aston Villa on Sunday after sustaining a knock, he will be assessed before the match.
      What are the odds?
      Arsenal win 19/10
      Draw 5/2
      Man City victory 7/5
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      Tottenham should target transfer for unwanted Chelsea flop who could ‘solve all of their problems’ claims Spurs legend

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      TOTTENHAM legend Rafael van der Vaart has claimed signing Hakim Ziyech from Chelsea could solve all of Spurs problems. The Dutchman joined the north London side in 2010 and spent two years at the club making 77 appearances and scoring 28 goals.
      Rafael van der Vaart celebrates scoring for Tottenham during a Premier League match.Credit: Getty
      Van der Vaart at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before Spurs game against Aston Villa in 2021.Credit: Getty
      The attacking midfielder was speaking exclusively to Ladbrokes :Fanzone as Spurs gear up for the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie against AC Milan.
      The former Tottenham man said: “They’re missing something in that number 10 area, and I think the answer is Hakim Ziyech.”

      He continued: “He’s not happy at Chelsea, and I’m a big fan of his.
      “If Tottenham were to bring him in, their problems are solved; I really don’t think they need much more.”
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      Ziyech nearly joined PSG on deadline day in January but that move fell through at the last minute due to a paperwork blunder.
      The Moroccan only has one assist and hasn’t scored in 12 Premier League appearances for Chelsea this season although just five of those have been starts.
      It remains to be seen if Chelsea would consider selling to a rival.
      Van der Vaart was part of the Tottenham side that famously won 1-0 in the San Siro and knocked the Italians out over two legs during the 2010/2011 season thanks to go a goal from Peter Crouch.
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      The former Dutch international has fond memories of that night especially the scrap between Joe Jordan and Gennaro Gattuso.
      He told Ladbrokes: Fanzone: ” “I had a great view of the incident everyone remembers from that game in Milan.
      “That was the moment I think of whenever anyone mentions that game, of course.
      “Gennaro Gattuso, the little b******, the animal on the pitch, kicking and pushing people around.”
      The Tottenham legend added: “Honestly, I got goosebumps that night just watching how Joe handled that whole incident.
      “Harry Redknapp said at the time there’d only have been one winner if those two kicked off with each other, and I agree 100%.
      “I’d have put all the money I had on Joe Jordan. He was so ready for it.”
      Van der Vaart thinks his former side should be beating AC Milan.
      He said: “Tottenham are better than AC Milan; they really need to win this game.
      “I think it’s a really good draw for them in the Last 16. They shouldn’t fear this Milan team; Tottenham are favourites surely! I think it’ll be a draw in the first leg, though. Let’s go with 2-2.”
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      Tottenham take on AC Milan in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie in the San Siro tonight. More