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      Newcastle looking to offload Ryan Fraser and Karl Darlow this month as Eddie Howe looks to get wages off books

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      NEWCASTLE UNITED have reportedly made two stars available for transfer as Eddie Howe looks to trim their wage bill.The Magpies are flying high and sit third in the Premier League after yesterday’s last-gasp win over Fulham.
      Ryan Fraser is reportedly available to leave Newcastle this monthCredit: Reuters
      The club are also looking to offload Karl Darlow before the window closesCredit: Getty
      Despite the wealth of the club’s Saudi owners, the club is wary of the top-flight’s Financial Fair Play rules and will not be splashing the cash this month.
      However, Howe wants to bring in a defensive midfielder before the end of the transfer window to bolster their push for Champions League football.
      He already has 27 senior players at Newcastle and is only able to register 25 of those for the second half of the campaign.
      Therefore in order to ease the wage bill and make room for a new addition they realise there must be outgoings.
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      The Athletic are reporting that Scottish international winger Ryan Fraser, 28, and goalkeeper Karl Darlow, 32, are the two they are hoping to offload.
      Fraser is allegedly viewed as Newcastle’s “most sellable asset” and he asked to leave during the summer.
      Both Southampton and Bournemouth were keen on him but the failure to sign a replacement wideman scuppered his hopes of departing.
      Fraser has only started three top-flight matches this term, with his last outing coming in October.
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      Howe is now reportedly “reluctant to risk him” for the remainder of this month in case he picks up an injury that jeopardises the prospect of a sale.
      It also adds that even though they would prefer a permanent transfer, they would also consider a loan deal.
      Meanwhile, Darlow is now one of five senior goalies on the books at St. James’ Park after Martin Dubravka returned from his loan at Manchester United and is free to leave too. More

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      Fan edits Marcus Rashford OUT of Bruno Fernandes’ controversial goal for Man Utd vs City and it changes everything

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      AN edited picture of Bruno Fernandes’ Manchester derby equaliser has shed new light on the controversial goal.The Portuguese midfielder lashed home from a Casemiro through ball to level the score at 1-1.
      A Twitter user has edited Marcus Rashford out of Bruno Fernandes’ controversial goalCredit: Twitter @BlueCityBrain
      Fernandes scored after taking the ball off the feet of Rashford, who was in an offside positionCredit: Getty
      Rashford was not deemed to have interfered with playCredit: Getty
      However, City fumed that Marcus Rashford, who was in an offside position, interfered with play.
      Fernandes took the ball off Rashford’s feet to net the equaliser after Jack Grealish had headed City in front.
      The goal was initially ruled out for offside, before referee Stuart Attwell deemed Rashford had not interfered with play – leaving City supporters fuming.
      Now a Twitter user has edited Rashford out of the shot to show how the play would have been different if the United forward wasn’t there.
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      The argument is it changes everything.
      It’s suggested City defender Manuel Akanji would have been able to get to the ball ahead of Fernandes if Rashford hadn’t been there.

      It’s also claimed Ederson’s positioning would have been entirely different if he knew Fernandes would be the one shooting.
      Therefore they argue Rashford was indeed interfering with play and the goal should have been chalked off.
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      Minutes later, Rashford himself turned home Alejandro Garnacho’s cross to give United a famous win and spark wild celebrations.
      City defender Akanji was left fuming by the decision, telling the BBC: “To be honest the first goal is a joke.
      “I saw Rashford, he was clearly offside, so I played him offside.
      “He runs until the last second and he stops when the ball is in front of him and he’s right in front of Eddy [Ederson], ready to score the goal because Bruno Fernandes is shouting him.
      “I understand he doesn’t touch the ball but he’s running for 30 metres and until the last second. For me it is clearly offside.
      “The referee doesn’t even look at the situation, it got explained at the start of the year this would be clearly offside.”
      However, PGMOL (Professional Game Match Officials Limited), the body responsible for match officials, said Rashford did NOT impact Akanji.
      It was revealed on NBC Sports: “PGMOL have gotten back to us and have said no touch on the ball, no impact on the defender, and therefore they [VAR] could find no reason for a clear and obvious error.
      “According to the PGMOL, they say [Rashford] didn’t impact the defender and he didn’t touch the ball and therefore Rashford was OK to do what he did and allow Fernandes to come onto the ball and score.”
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      Inside Mudryk’s £88m deal to join Chelsea including £20.5m to soldiers fighting Russia and friendly in Ukraine

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      THE INCREDIBLE details of Mykhailo Mudryk’s £88million move to Chelsea have been revealed.The Ukrainian winger officially sealed his transfer to Chelsea over the weekend after the Blues usurped their London rivals Arsenal.
      Chelsea officially unveiled Mykhaylo Mudryk as their new signing on SundayCredit: Getty
      Shakhtar Donetsk president Rinat Akhmetov has revealed the full details of the transferCredit: Getty
      He is giving £20.5m of the fee to Ukrainian soldiers to help them fight the invading Russian troopsCredit: Reuters
      Graham Potter’s team will play Shakhtar in a friendly in a ‘Ukrainian Donetsk’ tooCredit: Getty
      The 22-year-old was at Stamford Bridge yesterday in a VIP box to watch his new teammates beat Crystal Palace 1-0.
      Chelsea confirmed the transfer in a statement and Mudryk has signed an incredible eight-and-a-half year deal.

      It is understood Chelsea will pay £62m up front, with up to £26m in performance-related add-ons, taking the potential total to an eye-watering £88m.
      Now Shakhtar president Rinat Akhmetov has provided full details of the transfer package, revealing the Premier League club have agreed to play them in a friendly in Donetsk as part of the deal.
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      And Akhmetov is also giving £20.5m of the transfer fee to Ukrainian soldiers to help them fight the invading Russian troops in their homeland.
      Akhmetov said: “FC Shakhtar has signed a final agreement with Chelsea FC and thus Ukrainian footballer Mykhaylo Mudryk will continue his career with the Blues in the strongest national championship, the English Premier League.
      “First and foremost, I want to thank the entire civilised world for helping Ukraine.
      “Today we are able to talk about Ukrainian football thanks to the Ukrainian army, the Ukrainian people, and the tremendous support of the entire civilised world. Only by joining efforts we will defeat the evil that has come to our homes.
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      “I have never made it a secret that my dream is to win European trophies. This means that players like Mudryk should be invited to our club, to our Ukrainian championship, and we should win European trophies with such players, rather than root for them, even when they play in the world’s top clubs. 
      “Unfortunately, it is impossible now, as Ukraine is fighting the horrendous and unjust war waged against us by the Russian Federation. But I am confident that we will win.
      “And we will play a friendly against Chelsea at Donbass Arena in a Ukrainian Donetsk.”
      Akhmetov added: “That is why I have made a decision to launch the Heart of Azovstal, a project designed to help Mariupol defenders and the families of fallen soldiers. Their acts of bravery are unparalleled in the modern history. 
      “I am allocating $25 million [£20.5m] today to help our soldiers, defenders, and their families. The money will be used to cover different needs — from providing medical and prosthetic treatment and psychological support to meeting specific requests. 
      “To ensure transparency, the project will have a professional independent team that will be in touch with the Azovstal defenders, their families, care providers, and volunteers.”
      After signing on the dotted line, Mudryk said: “I’m so happy to sign for Chelsea.
      “This is a huge club, in a fantastic league and it is a very attractive project for me at this stage of my career.
      “I’m excited to meet my new team-mates and I’m looking forward to working and learning under Graham Potter and his staff.”
      Mudryk held a Ukrainian flag as he was officially unveiled on the pitch on Sunday – less than a year since Russian Roman Abramovich’s reign in charge ended after his country’s invasion of their neighbours in February 2022.
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      He announced his intention to sell Chelsea, the club he had owned since 2003, the following month following sanctions from the UK government.
      That led to Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital taking over and launching their big-spending spree on new signings.
      Mykhailo Mudryk wore a Ukrainian flag during his official presentation on the pitchCredit: Getty
      His arrival comes less than a year after Roman Abramovich was forced to sell ChelseaCredit: Getty More

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      ‘Hero in the stands’ – Arsenal fan trolls Tottenham by sneaking into Tottenham home end while wearing Gunners shirt

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      AN Arsenal fan has trolled Tottenham by wearing a Gunners shirt in the home end during the North London derby.Mikel Arteta’s men moved eight points clear at the top of the Premier League table with a 2-0 win over their bitter rivals and even those trying to stay incognito had to celebrate.
      The Arsenal fan unzipped his coat to reveal his true coloursCredit: Twitter – @AllSparksWill
      He flashed his Arsenal badge towards the away endCredit: Twitter – @AllSparksWill
      A video has gone viral of a cheeky supporter watching the game surrounded by the Spurs faithful.
      In the clip, the young man turns around to the camera and unzips his coat to unveil the Arsenal away shirt.
      He then grabs the badge with passion to reveal who he is truly supporting despite sitting amongst the opposition’s fans.
      Fans could not believe that he managed to sneak into the home end of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium wearing that on without letting his true identity slip.
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      Gooners found it hilarious as they managed to get another laugh over their neighbours.
      One wrote on Twitter: “Hero in the stands.”
      Another said: “Give this man a knighthood.”
      A third reacted: “I love these agents we have planted.”
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      Many supporters compared it to something similar that happened earlier in the season versus Chelsea.
      In the Gunners’ 1-0 win at Stamford Bridge in November, a fan sitting in the home end held up a phone with the Arsenal badge on his screen.
      The league leaders face Manchester United next and they will be hoping no Red Devils try the same trick at the Emirates Stadium. More

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      England consider handing Levi Colwill first call-up with Gareth Southgate impressed by Chelsea defender’s Brighton loan

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE is considering calling up Levi Colwill to his next England squad, according to reports.The Three Lions are set to take on Italy and Ukraine in Euro 2024 qualifiers in March.
      Levi Colwill could be included in the next England squadCredit: Getty
      The defender has represented England at various youth levelsCredit: Getty
      Colwill could be included in the squad after impressing Southgate with his performances for Brighton, report The Athletic.
      The defender is on loan at the Seagulls from Chelsea and though he has had to remain patient for game time, he has started each of Brighton’s last five league games.
      Brighton thrashed Liverpool 3-0 on Saturday and have also beaten Everton and Southampton heavily in recent weeks.
      And Colwill’s form has not gone unnoticed by Southgate or his coaching staff, who are on the lookout for a left-sided centre-back to offer a different option to Harry Maguire.
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      Colwill fits the mould and has the added advantage of progressing through England’s international pathway, representing his country at under-16, under-17, under-19 and under-21 levels.
      The 19-year-old was not part of Southgate’s 55-man shortlist for the World Cup,
      But with the England boss set to consider younger options ahead of the Euro 2024 qualification campaign, Colwill could get his chance.
      Young Manchester City right-back Rico Lewis is also reportedly under consideration by Southgate after breaking through at the Etihad.
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      Colwill has been in good form for some time having impressed at Championship side Huddersfield last season.
      And he is believed to be part of Chelsea’s long-term plans despite the new arrival of centre-back Benoit Badishile this month. More

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      Watch unseen footage from behind goal show shock moment Tottenham yob kicks Arsenal star Aaron Ramsdale in derby chaos

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      FAN FOOTAGE has emerged that perfectly captures the disgusting kick aimed at Aaron Ramsdale by a yob. The disgraceful attack took place at full-time after the Gunners beat Spurs 2-0 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium thanks to a Hugo Lloris’ own goal and Martin Odegaard.
      Shock new footage has now provided another fresh look at the fan attacking the keeperCredit: Twitter
      The culprit kicked Ramsdale before scurrying back into the crowdCredit: Twitter
      Richarlison and Aaron Ramsdale’s clash was just the start of the chaotic scenesCredit: Getty
      Ramsdale bickered with opponent Richarlison at the end of the game and the forward angrily pushed the keeper in the side of the head.
      As a steward led the England international away to the edge of the pitch, a supporter climbed over the barricade in the Tottenham section and kicked the shot stopper.
      Sky Sports were covering the match and their cameras captured most of the unsavoury scenes – but new footage shot by a fan behind the goal has now been revealed showing the whole incident perfectly.
      The trouble started brewing when Ramsdale turned to celebrate towards the fans that had been giving him stick after the final whistle.
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      Spurs ace Richarlison then went over to the keeper before his temper got the better of him and he started pushing him in the head.
      Ramsadle marches away and goes to grab his water bottle from behind the goal, but as he is bent over, the fan swoops in to attack.
      Missed by stewards, the idiot steps over the hoarding and kicks out at the goalie.
      A steward then pushes the spectator away before the culprit scurries back up into the stand and the crowd while trying to cover his face with a scarf.
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      Players from both sides then ran over to try and diffuse the tense situation.
      Spurs have taken immediate action by condemning the fan’s behaviour and vowed to issue an “immediate ban”.
      Ramsale slammed the idiot afterwards, with former Gunners star Martin Keown among those blasting the “unacceptable” and “cowardly” attack.
      A Tottenham statement read: “We are appalled by the behaviour of a supporter that attempted to attack Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale at the end of today’s match. Violence in any form has no place in football.
      “The Club has reviewed its CCTV footage to identify the supporter and will be working with the Met Police, Arsenal and Aaron Ramsdale to take the strongest possible action, including an immediate ban from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.” More

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      Tottenham make £12m Leandro Trossard transfer offer with Brighton winger having ‘huge fall out with Roberto De Zerbi’

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      TOTTENHAM have had a £12million bid for Leandro Trossard rejected by Brighton, according to reports.The Belgian is unsettled on the South Coast after falling out with boss Roberto De Zerbi.
      Leandro Trossard has scored seven goals this seasonCredit: Reuters
      Trossard, 28, has been frozen out by the Italian after reportedly being involved in a training ground bust up with a team-mate.
      And Spurs would like to profit on the situation by sealing a cut-price deal.
      According to The Athletic, the North Londoners launched a verbal £12million offer last week.
      The informal bid was turned down by Seagulls chiefs, with Tottenham yet to lodge another.
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      Trossard has just 18 months left on his contract at the Amex Stadium.
      Agent Josy Comhair revealed that communications between his client and De Zerbi have broken down and a January move will be “beneficial for both parties”.
      But the Brighton gaffer hasn’t ruled out a return to the fold for his skilful attacker.
      He said: “I want to be clear about Trossard. I’m sorry for the situation. I don’t think I’ve made a mistake with him. The people inside Brighton know very well the situation.
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      ‘I’m fine with myself and I’m ready to open the doors for him, because he’s a good guy and a very important player for us.
      “He changes the team, but he has to understand and to work with my attitude, in my way, because I am the coach, I decide the rules inside the dressing room, only this.
      “I’m honest, I’m very clear. When I want to say something I speak inside the family and our family is the dressing room.
      “I don’t want to speak about the communication of his agent, because I don’t know him, I know only Leo.
      “I’m ready to listen to him without a problem, because this situation is important.
      “It’s not a bad situation, it’s a great situation, because if he learns, if we improve our way, we can only improve, and to achieve our dreams there is only one way.
      “To be open to improve and ready to work hard, because we are Brighton, a team of medium level in this competition, so we have to think about the team more than ourselves.”
      Prior to being dropped, Trossard was enjoying a productive season – scoring seven goals and laying on three assists in 16 Prem outings.
      Brighton haven’t struggled for goals since dropping him, however, beating Everton 4-1 before swatting Liverpool aside 3-0.
      De Zerbi hasn’t ruled out bringing Trossard back into the foldCredit: Reuters More

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      Chelsea star Callum Hudson-Odoi considering quitting club at end of season while on loan transfer at Bayer Leverkusen

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      CALLUM HUDSON-ODOI will reportedly consider quitting Chelsea in the summer following his season-long loan at Bayer Leverkusen.The 22-year-old came through the ranks at Cobham and has 126 appearances and a Champions League to his name.
      Callum Hudson-Odoi will decide his future in the summerCredit: Getty
      Highly rated Hudson-Odoi signed a five-year deal in 2019 after rejecting the opportunity to join Bayern Munich.
      But injury struggles as well as falling out of favour with previous coaches saw him fall down the pecking order, resulting in a loan move to German side Leverkusen.

      The move has been far from a success, with Hudson-Odoi playing just 15 times and scoring just once.
      And according to The Athletic, Hudson-Odoi could look for a new permanent home in the summer once he returns from Chelsea to jump-start his career.
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      The report states that Hudson-Odoi could be available for a bargain fee as he’ll be heading into the final 12 months of his contract.
      Chelsea will have to give him a contract extension or run the risk of losing him on a free transfer.
      In January 2024, Hudson-Odoi can negotiate a pre-contract with foreign clubs.
      If the player would like to stay in England, he’d have to wait until the end of June that year to strike a deal.
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      Whether Chelsea make Joao Felix’s loan move from Atletico Madrid permanent could also play a role in deciding Hudson-Odoi’s future.
      The player will not rush on his decision. More