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      Arsenal fans all say the same thing about ‘Thierry Henry regen’ Folarin Balogun’s STUNNING goal run since meeting idol

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      ARSENAL fans are all going crazy about young star Folarin Balogun who continues to take the French league by storm. The 21-year-old, on loan at Reims, scored a hat-trick on Wednesday night to help his club come from two goals down to beat Lorient.
      Balogun is enjoying a golden loan spell away in FranceCredit: Getty
      English star Balogun is the top scorer in France
      It is the latest marker the striker has laid down during his dazzling loan spell away from the Emirates.
      His trio of goals came only days after he scored a dramatic late equaliser at PSG – and copied Thierry Henry’s celebration after meeting the former French forward before the match.
      Gunners fans cannot contain their excitement for Balogun with some even comparing him to the great French striker himself.
      One said on Twitter: “Balogun is actually the Henry regen. Can’t wait for him to come back to the Gunners and tear up the Prem.”
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      Another said: “Folarin Balogun is the true Thierry Henry Regen. Pass it on.”
      One tweeter added: “Looks like since meeting with Henry, Balogun has acquired his powers. 4 goals in 2 matches!!!!”
      And another Arsenal fan said: “Said this 2 years ago, and I still believe it now that as good as [Eddie] Nketiah is now, Balogun will be even better than him.
      “Will prob be the best striker Arsenal have post Henry/RVP [Robin van Persie].”
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      Balogun’s hat-trick saw him become Ligue 1’s top scorer, pulling clear of the likes of Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.
      He now has 14 goals in just 20 league games.
      In fact the England youth player is now the third-top scorer in Europe’s major leagues, behind only Erling Haaland and Harry Kane.
      And he has now contributed 54 per cent of Reims’ goals this season, the highest share of of any player in the top five European leagues.
      Despite Balogun’s scoring exploits, Reims are only 11th in the French league. More

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      Tottenham forced to waive part of Marcus Edwards sell-on clause in Pedro Porro transfer which could cost them MILLIONS

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      TOTTENHAM had to surrender millions out of Marcus Edwards’ sell-on clause to Sporting Lisbon in order to sign Pedro Porro in January.Spurs sold Edwards in 2019 to Vitoria Guimaraes who then shipped him to Sporting last year.
      Tottenham were forced to surrender part of Marcus Edwards’ sell-on fee to Sporting LisbonCredit: EPA
      Tottenham had to surrender their sell-on percentage to sign Pedro PorroCredit: Getty
      The Prem outfit decided to forgo their 50 per cent sell-on clause with Vitoria, who sold him for £9million, and carry it over to Lisbon where he’s worth five times that amount.
      According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, however, the North Londoners had to waive off 15 per cent of the winger’s rights to land Porro.
      That means Antonio Conte’s side now has a 35 per cent sell-on clause, with many European teams keeping tabs on the 24-year-old ahead of the summer transfer window.
      The former England youth international’s Sporting release clause costs £52million, which means Tottenham would get £7.8m less if he’s sold for that price.
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      Romano tweeted: “After Pedro Porro deal, Sporting have received 15% more of Marcus Edwards rights — Portuguese club will now get 65% of any sale for Edwards.
      “Many European clubs are closely monitoring Edwards situation ahead of the summer, where interest is expected to be high.”
      Edwards has stood out at Sporting this season with 10 goals and 10 assists in 30 appearances across all competitions.
      The forward also stood out against his former club in both Champions League group stage clashes, and even helped Sporting win 2-0 in Lisbon.
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      The ex-Vitoria star has confirmed he would like to return to the Premier League at some point.
      Edwards previously said: “It’s home, so of course I want to come back there [to the Premier League] one day. I just focus on what I’m doing here for now.”
      Tottenham ultimately landed key target Porro on transfer deadline day.
      The right-back has joined on an initial loan until the end of the season, with an obligation to buy at the end of the campaign.
      The loan fee for the Spain international will cost around £4.4m, along with £37.3m the North Londoners will have to splash when the move becomes permanent in the summer. More

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      Mason Greenwood has charges of attempted rape and assault DROPPED more than a year after Man Utd star was arrested

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      MASON Greenwood today had all charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive control against him dropped.The Manchester United striker, 21, was first arrested in January last year after police swooped on his mansion.
      Mason Greenwood has had all charges against him droppedCredit: PA
      Greenwood was due to stand trial in November accused of attempted rape, assault and coercive control.
      The Crown Prosecution today confirmed they had dropped all charges against him.
      A spokesperson said: “We have a duty to keep cases under continuous review.
      “In this case a combination of the withdrawal of key witnesses and new material that came to light meant there was no longer a realistic prospect of conviction.
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      “In these circumstances, we are under a duty to stop the case.
      “We have explained our decision to all parties.
      “We would always encourage any potential victims to come forward and report to police and we will prosecute wherever our legal test is met.”
      Greenwood last appeared in court in November where a trial date was set for November 23 this year.
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      The alleged offences related to one woman and were said to have taken place between November 1, 2018, and October 15, 2022.
      Greenwood was accused of “repeatedly engaging” in controlling and coercive behaviour for almost four years – including making threats and derogatory comments on social media.
      He was also charged with attempting to rape the woman on October 21, 2021, and allegedly assaulted her between December 12, 2021, and December 31, 2021.
      The footballer was originally remanded in custody after being charged by police on October 15.
      But a judge released him on the condition he does not contact witnesses, including the complainant, and resides at an address in Bowdon.
      The striker also spent three nights in custody after he was arrested at his £15,000-a-month rented home in Trafford last January.
      He was suspended from Utd but still received his £75,000-a-week salary.
      Greenwood was removed from FIFA 22 and dropped by sponsors Nike in the wake of the allegations.
      Football Manager 2022 also confirmed he would not feature in the game.
      All merchandise bearing the No11’s name was axed from the official Utd site and teammates unfollowed him on Instagram.
      Greenwood last played for the Red Devils on January 22 last year when the team beat West Ham 1-0.
      The player joined the club aged just six and rose through the ranks to land himself a regular spot on the first team.
      In 2019, he became the youngest footballer to play for United in the Champions League when he took to the pitch aged 17.
      Greenwood has made 129 appearances in total for the Red Devils and netted 35 goals.
      In 2020, England manager Gareth Southgate gave the striker his first cap when Greenwood came off the bench in a 1-0 win against Iceland.
      Greenwood missed out on last year’s Three Lions’ World Cup campaign in Qatar as the case went to court.
      Utd have not yet released a statement following the development.
      Chief Superintendent Michaela Kerr, GMP’s Head of Public Protection, said today: “The investigation team has remained in regular contact with the legal team, providing any updates of note, and so understand the rationale for the discontinuation of proceedings at this stage, and that this decision has not been taken lightly.
      “Despite the media and public’s interest in this case, we have decided not to comment on it in any further detail.
      “I would, however, like to use this opportunity to reiterate GMP’s commitment to investigating allegations of violence against women and girls and supporting those affected, regardless of their circumstances, throughout what can be a hard and upsetting time for them.
      “An ever increasing number of officers are receiving specialist training and the force is more consistently utilising tools, available via the criminal justice system, to keep people safe and care for victims.
      “If you feel you are or might be a victim, please don’t let this case put you off asking for help.”
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      Greenwood was due to stand trial in NovemberCredit: PA
      The footballer was first arrested last January and spent three nights in custodyCredit: Reuters
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      Everton eyeing shock free transfer for Isco to save them from the drop but ex-Real Madrid star will demand big money

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      EVERTON are reportedly interested in signing former Real Madrid star Isco on a free transfer.The Spaniard, 30, looked set to join Union Berlin on deadline day before the deal collapsed in the final hours of the January window.
      Isco has been a free agent since his Sevilla deal was ripped up in DecemberCredit: Getty
      As a result, the forward is still searching for a new club after leaving Sevilla in December.
      Isco penned a two-year deal with the LaLiga side in the summer, only to see it ripped up four months later following one goal in 19 appearances.
      According to The Times, Everton are now lining up a possible move for Isco as Sean Dyche searches for additions to his squad.
      The Toffees lost Anthony Gordon in January as he joined Newcastle for £45million.
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      The club then failed to secure a number of attacking targets including the likes of Arnaut Danjuma, Kamaldeen Sulemana, Ismaila Sarr, Odsonne Edouard and Jean-Philippe Mateta.
      And Nottingham Forest are set to beat them to former Swansea and West Ham man Andre Ayew.
      But free agent Isco could go some way to filling the void left by Gordon.
      Isco contributed 53 goals and 57 assists in 353 games during his time at Real Madrid.
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      He won three LaLiga titles and five Champions Leagues with Los Blancos.
      He has also racked up 38 caps for the Spain national team, scoring 12 goals.
      Meanwhile, Everton are desperately trying to avoid being relegated for the first time since 1951.
      The Merseyside outfit currently sit 19th in the Premier League table after just three wins from their opening 20 matches. More

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      Max Aarons rejected two Premier League transfer moves on deadline day to help Norwich get promoted for third time

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      MAX AARONS turned down two offers from unnamed Premier League clubs on deadline day in order to win promotion from the Championship with Norwich for a third time.The England Under-21 right-back had interest from a number of clubs from home and abroad before the window closed on Tuesday night.
      Max Aarons turned down the chance to move to the PremCredit: Rex
      Aarons has starred in the Championship for Norwich this season
      SunSport revealed last month that Aarons was being monitored by suitors including Fulham, Bournemouth and German outfit Borussia Monchengladbach, who had a bid rejected for Aarons in August.
      Clubs in Italy were also keen.
      But the highly-rated defender, who will have 12 months left on his deal this summer, wanted to stay put at Carrow Road and focus on promotion rather than jump ship mid-season.
      And Aarons, who won the Championship twice with the Canaries in 2019 and 2021, is hugely committed in helping David Wagner’s side make an instant return to the Prem.
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      Seventh-placed Norwich, a place and a point outside the play-offs, host league leaders Burnley on Saturday.
      Ambitious Aarons retains the dream of returning to the Prem and then establishing himself as a top-flight player.
      The 23-year-old is currently valued at £10million by Norwich but once he enters the final year of his contract at the end of the season he is likely to be available for a smaller fee.
      Aarons, who has made almost 200 appearances for the club, will also have one eye on England’s Euro U21 finals this summer.
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      Lee Carsley’s junior Three Lions face Czech Republic, Germany and Israel at the tournament hosted by Romania and Georgia in June.
      And Aarons, who qualifies to play for England in the finals by just four days with his birthday on January 4, 2000, wants to achieve success with his country after a strong end to the domestic season. More

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      Man Utd transfer target Benjamin Pavard available for bargain fee in summer with Bayern Munich ready to sell up

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      MANCHESTER UNITED transfer target Benjamin Pavard will reportedly be available for a bargain fee in the summer with Bayern Munich ready to part ways with the World Cup-winning Frenchman.Pavard, 26, has long been linked with a move away from Bayern despite helping win three German titles.
      Bayern Munich are willing to sell Benjamin Pavard for a bargain fee in the summerCredit: Getty
      Man Utd, as well as Chelsea and Barcelona, have all kept tabs on Pavard’s situation at the Allianz.
      And according to Sport 1, Pavard will be available for £26.8million in the summer.
      This could be due to the versatile defender being out of contract in the following summer.
      Bayern were open to selling Pavard in January, but a move failed to materialise despite late interest from Inter Milan.
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      Had Inter landed Pavard, they were open to selling Milan Skriniar to Paris Saint-Germain.
      The report states that Pavard would prioritise a transfer to Barca in the summer.
      Pavard could see his game time significantly decrease following the loan arrival of Joao Cancelo from Manchester City.
      Bayern also have an option to buy the Portugal international for £70m.
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      Cancelo got off to the perfect start to life in Germany, grabbing an assist on his debut.
      His wicked cross found Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting in the 4-0 win over Mainz. More

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      Chelsea ‘had pants pulled down’ in £300m January transfer splurge with Blues still way off Man City, claims Murphy

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      CHELSEA had their “pants taken down” after splashing over £300million in the January transfer window. That is according to Danny Murphy, who claims the Blues paid over the odds and still have a team in which the majority of their starting line-up would never make it at Manchester City.
      Danny Murphy believes Chelsea had their “pants taken down” in the January transfer windowCredit: The Sun
      Chelsea broke the transfer record by signing Enzo FernandezCredit: Getty
      The West Londoners had a very busy January transfer window that saw owner Todd Boehly spend a staggering £326m on eight signings.
      In fact, Graham Potter’s side spent as much this month as the entire Premier League did in January 2022.
      Chelsea also shattered the British transfer record by splurging a whopping £107m for Enzo Fernandez on deadline day.
      But Murphy claims the London giants were “bent over” as he believes Fernandez doesn’t justify the highest fee in Premier League history.
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      The Liverpool hero admits the 2022 World Cup’s Best Young Player is a good midfielder but not as good as City’s Rodri and Manchester United’s Casemiro.
      Murphy told talkSPORT: “I think they are overpaying for players and I still don’t think the majority of their first XI gets anywhere near City’s team.
      “Not really [impressed].
      “I watched a few of his [Fernandez] games live. He’s decent, but not worth £100m. They’ve been absolutely bent over there.
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      “He’s a good midfielder, tenacious, young, gets on the ball and is brave. But he’s not Rodri, not Casemiro.
      “They are overspending on players and people are seeing them coming and they are taking their pants down.”
      Chelsea also signed Mykhailo Mudryk, Noni Madueke, Joao Felix, Benoit Badiashile, Malo Gusto, David Datro Fofana and Andrey Santos. More

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      Man Utd star Antony slammed as ’embarrassing’ and a ‘bluffer’ by Gabby Agbonlahor as ex-England ace mocks infamous spin

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      ANTONY was slammed as “embarrassing” and a “bluffer” in a brutal assessment by Gabby Agbonlahor.And then the former Aston Villa striker mocked the Manchester United winger’s trademark spin.
      Antony came under heavy criticism from Gabby AgbonlahorCredit: Getty
      The former Villa striker mocked the trademark spin ball trick live on the radioCredit: talkSPORT
      The Red Devils splashed out £85.5million to land the Brazilian from Ajax.
      But the 22-year-old has chipped in with just five goals and one assist in 22 appearances so far – and no goal contributions in the Premier League since early October, prompting accusations of being a “YouTube player”.

      And Agbonlahor is particularly disappointed by his efforts, most recently against Forest last night when he again pulled out the ball trick.
      The three-cap ex-England man fumed on talkSPORT: “Manchester United have looked better since Erik ten Hag has come in and they’ve done better in the last few months.
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      “But when I look at Antony, there’s been a few big transfers in the Premier League, £86m for him…
      “I think he’s a bluffer. I think when he gets the ball, he doesn’t take a player on. He doesn’t have the speed to take players on.
      “With 11 league games he’s got three goals, no assists. Four Carabao Cup games, one goal, no assists. Two FA Cup games, one goal, one assist. That’s one assist in all competitions.
      “He doesn’t do what Rashford does. Rashford gets the ball direct, takes players on, puts balls into the box.”
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      Agbonlahor continued his rant and then got out of his chair in the studio and hopped around in a circle to demonstrate the infamous spin.
      The Villa Park hero added: “The big thing for me is Antony’s number of crosses. He’s put in 1.5 crosses [average] per game.
      “If you’re a striker, you’re making runs and he’s doing his tricks, cutting in, cutting back, not putting the ball in the box.
      “I played with a great winger, Ashley Young, still playing now at 37. His first season at Aston Villa, he got nine goals and 14 assists.
      “You always knew he was going to put the ball in, take a player on, do his stepovers, do his chops, but he’d always put the ball in the right areas.
      “For me, Antony’s 1.5 crosses a game is not good enough.”
      On the spin, Agbonlahor concluded: “What would you do if you were a defender?
      “It’s embarrassing, he needs to liven up!”

      Antony pulled out the trick in the win over ForestCredit: Sky Sports More