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      Arsenal CONFIRM Jakub Kiwior transfer on £21m deal from Spezia as they bring in defensive reinforcements

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      ARSENAL have confirmed the shock signing of £21million defender Jakub Kiwior.Spezia’s Poland star follows Brighton winger Leandro Trossard as the second January recruit for Mikel Arteta’s Premier League leaders.
      Jakub Kiwior has become Arsenal’s second buy this monthCredit: Getty
      The 22-year-old was at the Emirates on Sunday for the Gunners’ 3-2 defeat of Manchester United.
      He completed a medical the following day and is thought to have penned a contract until 2027, with the option of a further year.
      Kiwior is the type of left-sided centre-back Arteta has long wanted.
      And the Spaniard said: “It’s great that Jakub is joining us.
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      “He’s a young versatile defender who has shown huge potential and qualities with Spezia in Serie A, and also at international level with Poland.
      “Jakub is a player who will give us strength and quality to our defensive unit.”

      Kiwior, 22, was in Anderlecht’s academy before spells in Slovakia with Zeleziarne Podbrezova and MSK Zilin.
      But it’s since joining Italian top-flight club Spezia in 2021 that his career has taken off.
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      Arsenal sporting director Edu revealed the club had been “monitoring” Kiwior “for a while”.
      Edu added: “We are now all looking forward to seeing his continued development with us.”
      Kiwior will add depth to the Premier League leaders, who have been eyeing another left-footed centre back.
      Having seen top target Mykhailo Mudryk go to Chelsea instead in a £97m move, the Gunners’ only other newcomer this month has been £27m Trossard.
      The Belgium ace impressed in his instant debut, a 10-minute cameo at the weekend in which Arsenal snatched victory over the Red Devils through Eddie Nketiah’s second goal. More

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      Marcelo Bielsa holds talks to replace Frank Lampard as Everton manager with Leeds icon in line for Premier League return

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      MARCELO BIELSA is a shock candidate to replace axed Frank Lampard as Everton’s EIGHTH boss in less than seven years.Yet crisis–hit Goodison chiefs Farhad Moshiri and Bill Kenwright are torn over who to bring in to save the club from a first relegation since 1951.
      Everton’s owner has spoken to Marcelo Bielsa about replacing Frank LampardCredit: Getty
      Lampard was sacked after his Everton team won just one game in 14Credit: AFP
      Lamps was axed at around 2.30pm on Monday — but it took Everton almost SIX HOURS to confirm his exit.
      Bielsa, caught up in a spygate row with Lampard four years ago, could ironically now replace him.
      Back in January 2019, Argentine Bielsa — then Leeds boss — sent a member of his staff to watch rivals Derby train.
      The Rams were managed by a furious Lampard and Bielsa held his hands up over the spying storm.
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      Veteran Bielsa, 67, is a front runner and has held talks about the job, according to The Athletic.
      While former Everton stars Wayne Rooney, now manager of DC United, and Duncan Ferguson are also on the list.
      As is ex-Toffees boss David Moyes, whose West Ham side beat Everton 2-0 on Saturday to seal Lamps’ Goodison fate.
      But it is understood that chairman Kenwright is not a fan of bookies’ favourite Sean Dyche, who is out of work since being sacked by Burnley last April.
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      Moshiri and the board want a quick appointment so they can bring in new signings before the transfer window closes.
      But next up they face Prem leaders Arsenal on February 4, followed by Liverpool nine days later, and risk starting the new regime with two defeats.
      Paul Tait and U21s manager Leighton Baines will take training until a new manager is appointed.
      A club statement read last night: “Frank and  his team’s commitment and dedication have been exemplary throughout.
      “But recent results and the current league position meant this difficult decision had to be taken.  
      “The club has started the process to secure a new manager.”
      Bielsa, axed by Leeds 11 months ago after ending the club’s 16-year exile from the Prem, is open to the idea of a return to England.
      The appointment of the Argentinian, who took the Whites up on a shoestring budget, would indicate Everton are preparing for the worst with relegation.
      Under Moshiri the club have lost £372million over the last three years and are expected to show negative figures of a further £80m in their next report.
      Relegation would see the departure of the squad’s biggest names  — including England No 1 Jordan Pickford.
      Winger Anthony Gordon could join Newcastle this month for £35m while midfielder Amadou Onana is a Chelsea target.
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      Moshiri, who must factor in an extra £260m to finish the construction of their new £750m Bramley-Moore Dock stadium, would also be forced to sell defender Ben Godfrey.
      Midfielder Alex Iwobi and star striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin could leave too to raise desperately-needed funds. More

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      Ex-Arsenal star Sead Kolasinac’s home burgled with partner & daughter inside 3 years after he fought off Ozil muggers

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      FORMER Arsenal star Sead Kolasinac’s home was robbed while his partner and daughter were inside.The burglary happened while the Marseille defender was away during the game against Stade Rennais for the round of 16 of the Coupe de France.
      Sead Kolasinac’s home was robbed on FridayCredit: AFP
      Sead Kolasinac pictured with his wife BellaCredit: Instagram
      The footie star was at the Velodrome stadium on Friday when the burglars broke into his home while his partner and their daughter were inside.
      Kolasinac married his wife Bella in 2019 and they share a daughter together named Soleil.
      They were not hurt but they’ve been left “traumatising” by the invasion, 20 Minutes reports.
      The Bosnian international insists on finding a way to ensure his family’s safety as soon as possible.
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      The damage to the property is currently unknown.
      The robbery occurred three years after he fought off two moped thugs who tried to mug him and his team-mate Mesut Ozil in North London.
      Dramatic footage released at the time, showed Ashley Smith, 30, and Jordan Northover, 26, pulling up alongside Ozil’s parked Mercedes jeep after he drove to defender Kolasinac’s home to collect the new timepiece.
      Northover climbs off the moped, pulls out the skewer and jabs it at Kolasinac, who had been leaning into the jeep chatting to Ozil.
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      The weapon appears to strike the footballer’s arm twice.
      The clip showed Kolasinac nicknamed ‘The Tank,’ preparing to chase off the two blade-wielding muggers.
      He throws the first punch as the duo drove off.
      Kolasinac then jumped into best friend Ozil’s jeep and sped away in Hampstead, North West London.
      The moped robbers, described by witnesses as dressed “ninja-style”, followed the footballers until they took refuge at a Turkish restaurant. More

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      Fulham vs Tottenham DELAYED by 15 minutes due to travel chaos with thousands of fans struggling to get to match

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      FULHAM’S clash against Tottenham has been DELAYED by 15 minutes due to travel chaos.The London derby is now set to get underway at 8.15pm.
      The District Line has been suspended causing thousands of football fans to find alternative routes to Craven CottageCredit: Ian Whittaker – News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Thousands of fans have been forced to find a new route to Craven Cottage after the District Line was suspended.
      My London reports that this is due to signal failures.
      Another two London Underground lines have been “shut down”.
      The Circle and Hammersmith & City lines, as well as the Elizabeth line have also been completely suspended.
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      One fan said to Spurs’ announcement on Twitter: “Bit late, on the Uber now cheers!”
      Another replied: “Guess I’ll have to walk to the game then.”
      While others have likened the District Line’s suspension to that of their inactivity in the transfer market.
      Spurs advised supporters to check alternative routes, and have listed ways they can get to the stadium on their website.
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      On getting to Fulham’s stadium, a section on the Tottenham website reads: “Craven Cottage is accessible via all major transport links.
      “Putney Bridge is the closest London Underground station and is served by the District line and is a 10-20 minute walk from the stadium.
      “District and Piccadilly lines also serve Hammersmith Underground station which is approximately a 20-40 minute walk from the stadium
      “Putney station is served by Southwestern rail services and is a 17-35 minute walk from the stadium and can be easily reached from Clapham Junction and Waterloo stations.
      “Parking around Craven Cottage is extremely limited and access to surrounding streets on a matchday is restricted by a Traffic Management Order.
      “Supporters are advised to use TfL’s Journey Planner to plan their journey in advance.”
      Spurs will be hoping that all 2,299 of their travelling fans can make Monday night’s clash as they hope to keep chase of a top-four finish.
      Antonio Conte’s men are sat fifth in the Prem, but six points off fourth-place Manchester United.
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      Fulham, meanwhile, can leapfrog opponents Tottenham with a win.
      The Cottagers are two points and two places below Spurs in the table. More

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      Man Utd transfer target Victor Osimhen to cost club-record fee as Napoli name staggering price for striker

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could be forced to pay a club-record fee to sign Napoli star Victor Osimhen.The 24-year-old Nigerian is enjoying an incredible season with the runaway Serie A leaders, scoring 13 goals in 15 games.
      Man Utd target Victor Osimhen could cost a club-record feeCredit: Rex
      Osimhen’s fine form has attracted interest from several top sides, with Arsenal and Newcastle interested.
      Big-spenders Chelsea are also in the market for a new striker.
      And Tottenham are reportedly keeping tabs on Osimhen as a possible replacement for Bayern Munich target Harry Kane.
      However, United lead chase in England after axing Cristiano Ronaldo.
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      Erik ten Hag wants a world-class No9 to lead his line next term, with loanee Wout Weghorst reportedly seen as just a short-term option.
      But Fabrizio Romano claims United will have to pay a club-record fee to the tune of £115million.
      Romano said: “My personal opinion is that Napoli will not accept anything less than £105m/£115m.”
      Osimhen is in his third season at Napoli following a £70m switch from Lille in 2020.
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      His strikes have helped Napoli open up a 12 point lead at the top of the Italian table.
      And Luciano Spalletti’s team are even dreaming of glory in Europe, with a last-16 Champions League tie against Eintracht Frankfurt on the horizon.
      Osimhen isn’t the only Napoli star on United’s radar though.
      The Red Devils are also being linked with centre-back Kim Min-Jae, who has been a revelation in defence since joining last summer.
      But Napoli’s prize asset remains new Georgian forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who has seven goals and seven assists from the wing. More

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      Chelsea could land Joao Felix on permanent transfer at end of season as clause in Atletico star’s loan deal is revealed

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      CHELSEA’S mega spending spree could include a permanent deal for Joao Felix in the summer – thanks to a clause in his loan move.The Portugal attacker, 23, is under contract at Atletico Madrid until 2027 but will assess his future once his temporary spell at Stamford Bridge ends.
      Frontman Joao Felix is at Chelsea on loan for the second half of the season but that could become a permanent deal if both parties are happyCredit: Getty
      Felix’s six-month switch to the Premier League cost Chelsea a £10million fee and makes him their fourth highest earner on around £250,000 a week.
      And The Athletic say his loan deal includes a clause that makes a full transfer possible.
      It’s claimed Felix’s agent Jorge Mendes helped engineer the move for the rest of the season to help give the wideman more options for the future.
      And no one can doubt Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly is backing strong words of support for under-pressure manager Graham Potter with hard cash.
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      The Blues are tipped to launch one final push for World Cup-winning midfielder Enzo Fernandez this month.
      Benfica have resisted selling the Argentina hero, who has a £105m release clause, but Chelsea are considering an increased offer of £60m plus add-ons.
      Chelsea’s six January signings so far have cost £189m – with one or two more recruits likely.
      Beating Arsenal to  Shakhtar Donetsk’s £97m winger Mykhailo Mudryk topped the lot.
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      But Benoit Badiashile, David Datro Fofana, Andrey Santos and Noni Madueke didn’t come cheap either.
      It means spending since the summer under Boehly is pushing £400m – for a side sitting only tenth in the Premier League. More

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      Liverpool transfer target Amrabat ‘spotted at Barcelona stadium for win over Getafe’ as he is linked to LaLiga giants

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      LIVERPOOL have been dealt a major blow in their pursuit of Sofyan Amrabat after he was spotted watching Barcelona at the Nou Camp, according to reports.The Moroccan midfielder was one of the standout performers at the World Cup, helping fire his nation all the way to the semi-finals in Qatar.
      Sofyan Amrabat is wanted by both Liverpool and BarcelonaCredit: Getty
      His inspired displays have led to several top clubs entering a battle to sign the Fiorentina star.
      But it appears Barcelona could be leading the race as the 26-year-old was seen watching the team from the stands as they beat Getafe 1-0 on Sunday night, claim outlet Relevo.
      Amrabat supposedly tried to keep his identity under wraps by wearing a cap, but he was still spotted.
      The player did not attend any meetings with club chiefs, yet they do have a good relationship with Amrabat’s representatives.
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      It could take a bid of £35million to sign him.
      And Barca supposedly want a midfielder as they look to identify a replacement for veteran Sergio Busquets.
      The Catalan giants are also keeping tabs on Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi in case they cannot seal the deal for the La Viola ace.
      Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid are also keen on Amrabat, who previously expressed his desire to work with Diego Simeone.
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      Liverpool have shown an interest in the player too, with manager Jurgen Klopp desperate to freshen up his midfield options after a disappointing campaign so far.
      The Reds have been linked with England and Borussia Dortmund star Jude Bellingham but face fierce competition from Manchester City, Real Madrid and Manchester United. More

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      Tottenham ‘keen on Maurizio Sarri as they consider replacing Antonio Conte with THIRD former Chelsea manager in 4 years’

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      TOTTENHAM are considering former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri as a potential replacement for Antonio Conte, reports say. The current Spurs boss has yet to sign a new deal with his contract set to run out at the end of the season.
      Maurizio Sarri is an experienced coach who came to prominence after his three impressive years at Napoli before a stint at ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Antonio Conte has been in charge of Spurs since November 2021Credit: Reuters
      Conte has appeared frustrated in recent press conferences amid Tottenham’s dodgy run of form in 2023.
      It is still not clear if the Italian intends to stay on for another season in North London.
      Now, Italian publication Il Messaggero report that the club already have a replacement in mind.
      Sarri, currently in charge of Lazio, is believed to be among the frontrunners to replace Conte.
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      The 64-year-old managed Chelsea in the 2018-19 season, having replaced Conte on that occasion at Stamford Bridge.
      He left after one campaign to take charge of Juventus where he would lead the club to their ninth Serie A title in the Covid-hit 2019-20 season.
      But he would be sacked just a month later after Juve were dumped out of the Champions League during the delayed knockout tournament in August.
      Sarri has bounced back since and is now leading a team Lazio who are fighting for a Champions League spot against Jose Mourinho’s Roma.
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      Both clubs have been helped by Juventus’ 15 point deduction which appears to have taken the Old Lady out of the running.
      If Tottenham were to move for the Italian, he would be the fourth ex-Chelsea boss who would take charge of the club in the last decade and the third since 2019.

      Along with Conte, Andre Villas Boas has also made the jump from Stamford Bridge to White Hart Lane in 2012.
      While Mourinho took charge of Chelsea twice before landing at Tottenham in 2019.
      Sarri had a mixed time at the Blues before being replaced by Frank Lampard.
      He led the club to a 3rd-place finish and won the Europa League during his one season in charge.
      That campaign also arguably saw Eden Hazard’s best season at Chelsea.
      But sizeable sections of the fanbase did not warm to Sarri and criticised the style of play and his use of N’Golo Kante in a more advanced midfield role. More