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      What’s happened? – Watch Rio Ferdinand brutally troll Arsenal icon Martin Keown in BT studio as Gunners lose to Everton

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      RIO FERDINAND brutally mocked old Arsenal rival Martin Keown after the Gunners lost 1-0 to Everton.It was the Prem leaders’ first league defeat since September and Manchester United legend Ferdinand was delighted with the result.
      Rio Ferdinand brutally mocked Arsenal and Martin KeownCredit: Twitter/ @rioferdy5
      Keown was at a loss for words following the defeatCredit: Twitter/ @rioferdy5
      After the game he celebrated Everton’s win by laughing in the face of Keown and asking the former defender what went wrong for the Gunners.
      He shared a video trolling Arsenal and Keown seconds after the final whistle at Goodison Park.
      He said: “Woah, Arsenal what has happened?
      “Woah, Martin what’s happened to your team? Martin what’s happened to your team?! Martin, what’s happened to your team?
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      “Wow! Goodison Park, this place has swallowed up many a man back in the day. Will it swallow the Arsenal team today? Woah!”
      Keown tried to come up with a response but was drowned out by Ferdinand and the celebrations of fellow pundit and Evertonian Rachel Brown-Finnis.
      Despite his mockery, Ferdinand still believes Mikel Arteta’s side will win the Premier League.
      Manchester City could close the gap at the top of the league to just two points if they beat Tottenham today.
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      But Ferdinand thinks the loss to Everton will just be a bump in the road on Arsenal’s journey to win the title.
      He told BT Sport: “Arsenal, we have been sitting here all of us believing they can win this league and I put them as favourites and I still put them as favourites and edge them slightly.
      “It’s a real psychological test for them now though, how do they handle this bump in the road?
      “It’s a big learning curve for them.” More

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      Watch Cristiano Ronaldo miss absolute sitter for Al-Nassr before ex-Man Utd star scores injury-time penalty equaliser

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO missed an absolute sitter for Al-Nassr – before redeeming himself with a late equalising penalty. The former Manchester United star, who turns 38 today, has been pursuing a career in Saudi Arabia after the bitter ending to his time at Old Trafford.
      Scoring from close range has rarely been an issue for a player as capable as RonaldoCredit: Twitter Sport Scooby
      Ronaldo watched on as he shot sailed over the barCredit: Twitter Sport Scooby

      He’s been in search of his first goal in a competitive match for the club after netting in the entertaining friendly against Lionel Messi and PSG.
      Ronaldo could have claimed that goal in the first-half, with Al-Nassr already 1-0 down to Al Fateh in the Saudi Pro League.
      Brilliant ball control by the in-form Talisca saw the attacking midfielder bring the ball down in the box and unleash a shot.
      Al Fateh’s Jacob Rinne produced a great save to push the effort onto the post, before the ball broke perfectly to Ronaldo.
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      With the goal gaping, the ex-Real Madrid star ran onto the ball from eight yards out and smacked it with his right boot.
      But the unbalanced forward incredibly put the shot well over the bar.
      He can then be seen staring up at the sky in frustration and disbelief.
      Talisca would spare Ronaldo’s blushes by equalising before half-time before Al-Fateh took the lead again in the second half.
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      With defeat staring Ronaldo in the face, Al-Nassr won a late penalty and the forward this time kept his composure and found the net.
      It was his first goal on his third attempt in a competitive Saudi Arabian game as one of football’s greatest ever players attempted to re-find their scoring touch.
      Banished to the bench for most of the season under Erik ten Hag, Ronaldo only managed one Premier League goal this term for Man United with a milestone strike.
      But he demonstrated just last season that he is still capable of being a threat in the box as he struck 24 goals in all competitions for the Red Devils. More

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      If Bayern Munich come calling for Harry Kane this summer, he should go to win some trophies, says former Liverpool star

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      FORMER Liverpool and Tottenham star Danny Murphy has called on Harry Kane to quit Spurs this summer for Bayern Munich. The striker has been one of the most prolific in Europe for many years but is yet to win a trophy in his senior career.
      Several years of high-level performances has made Harry Kane a man in demandCredit: Reuters
      Several reports have linked him with a move to the Allianz Arena but Kane has stayed put – and is now closing in on the all-time outright Spurs scoring record.
      But Murphy believes he must jump ship at the end of the season if given the chance.
      The pundit told the Mail: “If Bayern Munich come calling for Harry Kane this summer, he should go. It would be hugely sad if a player of his quality finished without winning a trophy. It’s something he himself would regret after retirement.
      “When I reflect on my career, the best memories are those at Liverpool winning something; the joy at the final whistle, celebrating with team-mates and supporters, the parties and parades afterwards.
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      “That is what you work so hard for and unfortunately Spurs are no nearer giving Kane what he deserves as a world-class striker.
      “He turns 30 this summer, it’s getting to that now-or-never stage but it shows how good his form is that one of the biggest clubs in Europe are still interested.”
      Kane has been in fantastic form this season and finds himself only behind Erling Haaland in the Premier League scoring charts.
      The England international has found the net 16 times compared to Haaland’s 25 goals.
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      And it is not only Bayern who are believed to want him with reports signalling that Manchester United may also weigh up a summer move.
      However Murphy believes Germany is the best option for the Spurs man.
      He added: “I’m sure Kane would get other offers. Manchester United have been mentioned but he hasn’t got time to be part of a team that is building.
      “If he was going to leave Spurs, it would be primarily to win trophies from the get-go which would make Bayern his best option.”
      Kane has regularly hit 20 goals or more since breaking on to the scene in the 2014-15 season.
      And with his contract up at the end of next season, chairman Daniel Levy and the Spurs hierarchy will be desperate to not lose him for free.
      Kane had previously appeared to be heading towards the exit door in the summer of 2021 as a dispute broke out over a “gentleman’s agreement” he had with the club.
      But he stayed put and today could pass Greave’s goal record if he scores against Manchester City. More

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      Mason Mount’s contract talks with Chelsea ‘BREAK DOWN with midfielder unhappy at being offered less than team-mates’

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      CHELSEA have seen contract talks with Mason Mount BREAK DOWN, according to reports. The England star has 18 months left on his current Stamford Bridge deal and the club are desperate to extend it.
      Chelsea are trying to extend Mason Mount’s contractCredit: Getty
      But according to the Daily Mail, Mount’s Chelsea future is in doubt after contract talks stalled.
      It is claimed he is looking to treble his current wages of £80,000-a-week.
      Although it is believed Chelsea are offering significantly less, especially compared to what new signings have been handed.
      Striking a deal with Mount, 24, is amongst the board’s priorities following two spending sprees in the transfer window.
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      Since Todd Boehly took over from Roman Abramovich in May, he has signed 17 new players, costing over £600MILLION.
      Seven of those came in January, in a splurge over £300m, giving Chelsea a massive squad shake-up.
      Rival clubs are keeping an eye on Mount’s situation, including Liverpool.
      SunSport also revealed Chelsea are looking to offer Mount’s fellow academy graduate Conor Gallagher a new deal.
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      The midfielder, who is under contract until 2025, was a big hit on loan at Crystal Palace last season with eight goals in 34 Premier League matches.
      But boyhood Blues fan Gallagher, who turns 23 on Monday, was already struggling for consistent game time BEFORE the British record £110m move for Enzo Fernandez.
      Owner Boehly wants to keep him sweet by handing him a rise to his £50,000-a-week salary.
      Conor Gallagher and Mason Mount during trainingCredit: Getty More

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      Philippe Coutinho being lined up for loan transfer by Galatasaray after miserable season with Aston Villa

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      PHILIPPE COUTINHO is set to be offered a quick exit from Aston Villa by Galatasaray THIS WEEK.The Istanbul giants want to bring in the out-of-favour Brazil international before the Turkish transfer window closes on Wednesday.
      Philippe Coutinho is set to be offered a quick exit from Aston Villa by GalatasarayCredit: Getty
      Galatasaray want Villa to agree to a loan deal, at least on an initial basis.
      But the Premier League club will seek to recoup some of the £17m they spent last summer on making the player’s temporary move from Barcelona permanent.
      Coutinho was linked with a return to South America last month after falling down the pecking order at Villa Park under new boss Unai Emery.
      The former Liverpool star has not managed a single goal or assist this season and is yet to start a Premier League game under Emery.
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      Coutinho is one of Villa’s highest earners on a salary of about £125,000 per week.
      Galatasaray are top of the Turkish top flight and would offer first-team football, with the prospect of European competition next season.
      Coutinho was brought to Villa Park by former Anfield team-mate Steven Gerrard on loan from Barcelona in January 2022.
      After an impressive half a year, he signed permanently last summer but struggled to hit the same heights from the first six months.
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      Coutinho has managed only eight starts in his 20 appearances this season and he is still without a goal or assist.
      Meanwhile Galatasaray are pulling ahead in the Turkish league, having moved six points ahead of Fenerbahce.
      The league leaders are unbeaten in nine and look on course for their first league title in four years, dethroning Trabzonspor.
      Galatasaray are top of the Turkish leagueCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea set to offer Conor Gallagher bumper new contract after rejecting transfer interest on deadline day

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      CHELSEA want to reward Conor Gallagher with a new deal and a pay rise after refusing to let him leave in January.The England midfielder, who is under contract until 2025, was a big hit on loan at Crystal Palace last season with eight goals in 34 Prem matches.
      Despite Chelsea’s influx of newcomers, Conor Gallagher hopes to get more game-time and could also be tempted by a hefty pay riseCredit: Rex
      But boyhood Blues fan Gallagher, who turns 23 on Monday, was already struggling for  consistent game time BEFORE Todd Boehly’s British record £110million splash for new boy Enzo Fernandez.
      Owner  Boehly — who has spent an incredible  £606m including loan fees and add-ons since buying the club in May — wants to keep him sweet by handing him a rise to his £50,000-a-week salary.
      Newcastle and Everton joined Palace in the queue for Gallagher in the closing days of the window but he was not allowed out.
      A clutch of Prem clubs are sure to have another go at the end of the season but the signs from Stamford Bridge are that he is still firmly in their thoughts.
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      And the four-cap star played all of Friday’s 0-0 home draw with Fulham in the Prem.
      Chelsea are still tipped for a summer clear-out.
      That could include keeper Edouard Mendy, summer defensive flop Kalidou Koulibaly and Hakim Ziyech, plus possibly even N’Golo Kante, Marc Cucurella and Gallagher’s fellow home-grown ace Ruben Loftus-Cheek are all potential discards.
      Boehly has overseen deals which could add up to an incredible total of £606m this season.
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      And in fact the January spend of almost £330m is more than the combined buying from ALL the clubs in the other Big Five leagues – Spain, Germany, Italy and France.
      And despite the spree, ex-Chelsea player and manager Glenn Hoddle reckons Thiago Silva is the only shoo-in starter.
      The ex-Tottenham and England chief said: “He’s a must. But everyone else, it’s a mish-mash.
      “There’s a lot of work to do. He’s got some lovely material to make a beautiful suit but it’s going to take more time with so many new players.” More

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      Man Utd boss Ten Hag tells Maguire he will get chance to regain place after rejecting Inter Milan loan transfer bid

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      ERIK TEN HAG has told Harry Maguire he will get plenty of chances to regain his first team slot after blocking Inter Milan’s bid to take him on loan.Inter hoped to offer Maguire a route back to regular action in Serie A, but Manchester United boss Ten Hag refused to let him leave.
      Harry Maguire can revive his Man Utd career, says boss Erik ten HagCredit: Getty
      The centre back has started only four league games this season, with Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane the manager’s first choice partnership.
      Yet Ten Hag told Maguire this week that he will have lots of openings over the second half of the season, as United chase silverware on four fronts.
      The Dutchman has been impressed by Maguire’s attitude in training and how he has reacted to losing his place in recent weeks.
      And Ten Hag has reassured him that United’s hectic fixture schedule in the second half of the season will offer more opportunities to play.
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      They already face playing eight games this month, with the prospect of a hectic March schedule to come if they win their Europa League play-off against Barcelona.
      Inter were just one of a host of clubs to inquire about Maguire, who started all five of England’s fixtures in Qatar, but has kicked off just three of United’s since the World Cup.
      The £85million ex-Leicester star came on for the final minutes as ten-man United held on to beat Crystal Palace 2-1 at home on Saturday.
      Ten Hag shored up his backline as the Eagles poured forward late on following a red card for Red Devils’ midfielder Casemiro.
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      But Maguire and Co kept them out as United went third.
      Meanwhile, Diogo Dalot will be offered a treble-your-money deal to keep him at Old Trafford for another five years.
      Dalot, 23, is keen to stay but is one of the lowest-paid members of the squad, on around £30,000 a week.
      There have been further talks on increased terms over the past week, and United are confident he will commit until 2028, on £85,000 plus bonuses. More

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      Wolves and Leicester in transfer battle to snap up Sunderland’s highly-rated keeper Anthony Patterson

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      SUNDERLAND keeper Anthony Patterson should be heading for the Premier League in the summer — with Wolves and Leicester making him a major target.The 22-year-old has become one of the best young stoppers around and the top-flight pair will have a go for him in the next transfer window.
      Premier League clubs are eying Anthony Patterson after his fine Championship form for SunderlandCredit: Getty
      While the Black Cats have promotion ambitions of their own this season they could cash in on their home-grown starlet and collect around £10million if they fail to go up.
      Wolves chief Julen Lopetegui sees Patterson as the ideal choice to come in and compete with, and eventually take over from, Portuguese international Jose Sa.
      Patterson may have to wait for his chance if he goes there and that will be part of the equation as he looks at his best options come the summer.
      Foxes boss Brendan Rodgers is looking for a new long-term successor to Kasper Schmeichel and Patterson is firmly on his radar.
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      He would certainly fancy his chances of replacing Wales’ Danny Ward if he goes to the King Power.
      Patterson’s arrival would also make it easier for Daniel Iversen to move on after making just two appearances in the Premier League since his arrival in 2018.
       Stoke are long-time admirers of the club’s No 2 keeper but failed  to land him during  last month’s window.
      Patterson may find other admirers come in for him too as he looks the part after a dramatic rise to fame over the past year.
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      But both Wolves and Leicester are hoping to steal a march on the competition and prise the North Shields lad  away from the North East.
      The two Prem clubs were both impressive victors as they moved clear of the drop zone on Saturday.
      Wolves downed Liverpool 3-0 and new winger Tete inspired the Foxes’ to twice come from behind to win 4-2 at Aston Villa. More