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      Jack Overfield dead at 90: Former Leeds and Sunderland star passes away as Premier League side pay tribute

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      FORMER Leeds star Jack Overfield has died at the age of 90.The Leeds-born ex-footballer is believed to have passed away over the festive season.
      Former Leeds United player Jack Overfield has died aged 90Credit: Twitter
      He scored 20 goals for the club in 163 appearances in all competitionsCredit: Alamy
      Overfield made 159 appearances in the league for Leeds, as well as four games in the FA Cup.
      Leeds paid tribute to their former player in a club statement.
      It read: “Rest in Peace.
      “Leeds United are saddened to hear of the passing of former player Jack Overfield, who has died at the age of 90.
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      “Born in Leeds, Ovefield attended Victoria Road School and played with Yorkshire Amateurs, before joining Leeds United.
      “The outside left, made his Leeds debut against Nottingham Forest on 8th October 1955 and went on to make a total of 30 appearances during the 1955/56 Second Division campaign, in which Leeds finished as runners-up, earning promotion to the top-flight.
      “On Leeds’ return to the First Division, Overfield netted the first goal of the 1956/57 campaign, as part of a 5-1 victory over Everton.
      “In total, Overfield played 159 times in the league for the Whites, four times in the FA Cup and netted a total of 20 goals.
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      “Following his time at Leeds, he went on to have spells at Sunderland, Peterborough United and Bradford City.
      “Overfield was one of the many legends who returned to the club for the Centenary celebrations which took place in October 2020.
      “Everyone at Elland Road would like to send our best wishes to all of Jack’s friends and family at this sad time.” More

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      Man City interested in midfielder Bilal El Khannouss – nicknamed new Kevin De Bruyne – in transfer from Genk

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      MANCHESTER CITY are reportedly interested in signing Bilal El Khannouss from Genk.The midfielder has been likened to Citizens star Kevin De Bruyne and even been nicknamed as the “new” version.
      Manchester City are reportedly interested in signing Bilal El Khannouss from GenkCredit: AFP
      El Khannouss made his debut for Morroco at the World Cup in QatarCredit: Alamy
      The Moroccan has emerged as a transfer target for City, according to Belgian regional outlet Het Laatste Nieuws.
      He is considered as Genk’s “golden boy” and is believed to have been watched by some of Europe’s top clubs.
      It could be tough for City to seal a deal for the 18-year-old as he recently signed a new contract with the Belgian outfit.
      As per the report, Genk are believed to be demanding a fee of £28million for the midfielder.
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      If City were to match the asking price, it would make El Khannouss the most expensive sale in the club’s history.
      He has made 18 appearances for the club this season in the Belgian Pro League and has picked up two assists.
      His impressive performances have also seen him make his debut for the Moroccan national side.
      This was in the African side’s World Cup third-place play off defeat to Croatia during the tournament in Qatar.
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      Manchester City are also reportedly close to signing Argentine midfielder Maximo Perrone.
      The club are set to beat Newcastle to the signature and could sign him “this week”, according to the Daily Mail. More

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      Wolves preparing another Craig Dawson transfer bid with West Ham defender available for free in summer

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      WOLVES are preparing another bid for West Ham defender Craig Dawson.The Midlands side tried to bring the Hammers centre back to Molineux last summer only to lose out after boss David Moyes failed to find a replacement.
      Dawson joined West Ham in 2021 from WatfordCredit: Rex
      Dawson, 32, is out of contract in the summer and despite highly rating him, Moyes could see this as an opportunity to cash in while they can.
      Moyes first needs to decide whether his defence can cope without him, seeing as summer signing Nayef Aguerd and Kurt Zouma have spent the past few weeks on the sidelines with injury.
      The Scottish coach has hinted recently that despite spending around £160m in the summer, they could open to bringing in more new faces this month.
      It is also unclear whether West Ham would be keen on strengthening a relegation rival, with just one point and two places separating them and Wolves at the bottom.
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      Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui has had Max Kilman and Nathan Collins at the heart of his defence since taking the reins.
      The ex-Sevilla boss would like to add another centre-back to his ranks following Conor Coady’s loan to Everton.
      It is possible Wolves could be in the market for more talent as they look to drag themselves out of the relegation mire.
      A stunning Boxing day win at Everton following by a hard-fought draw with Aston Villa has got the side off the foot of the table but they remain in the bottom three.
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      Wolves have already moved quickly for reinforcements and beat other Premier League sides to the signing of Brazil star Matheus Cunha.
      The 23-year-old became Lopetegui’s first transfer at Molineux.
      And he did not take long to make an impact with Cunha assisting Hwang Hee-chan’s dramatic equaliser against Liverpool in the FA Cup. More

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      Man Utd boss Ten Hag warned against Weghorst transfer as Van Basten says ‘too many Dutch people’ is ‘DANGEROUS’

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      ERIK TEN HAG has been warned against the signing of Wout Weghorst, because having “too many Dutch people” is “dangerous”.Manchester United are keen on signing Weghorst on loan for the remainder of the season.
      Marco van Basten has warned Man Utd over the transfer of Wout WeghorstCredit: Getty
      Weghorst has been linked to a loan transfer to UtdCredit: Getty
      However, Marco van Basten has warned United and Ten Hag that adding to their Dutch core may be detrimental.
      Speaking to Ziggo Sport, Van Basten said: “It can become dangerous if you have too many Dutch people and things are not going well. 
      “You also saw that at Barcelona, when they had five Dutch people. Then it will work against you. Ten Hag has to be careful with that.”
      As well as Ten Hag, summer signing Tyrell Malacia and Donny van de Beek represent the current Dutch contingent at Old Trafford, though that could have been added to in the summer had Frenkie de Jong agreed personal terms.
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      Weghorst’s prospective transfer hinges on whether Besiktas will allow him to terminate his loan from Burnley with them early to then move back on loan to United.
      But the legendary forward voiced his “doubts” over whether he was the right fit for the club, and earmarked PSV star Luuk de Jong instead.
      He added: “I have my doubts. Take a look at Luuk de Jong. That is really a striker that you can play through the air.
      “I don’t think Weghorst is very strong in that regard. He can score a header, but he is more of a boy who can do something with his enthusiasm and force.”
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      United have been linked with big names such as Victor Osimhen or Harry Kane, but they are understood to be after a short-term solution in January before moving for more ideal targets in the summer.
      Van Basten is not the only Dutch star to have cast a shadow on the move.
      Wesley Sneijder revealed he thought reports of a move were a joke.
      He said: “I think they’ve seen the trick with the free-kick (vs Argentina at the World Cup), so they don’t fall for that in England anymore.
      “In terms of a striker, is he really someone United are waiting for? I don’t think so.
      “They still have 300 of those in the Premier League. It must be a stunt. This really can’t be true.”
      In the meantime, United host Charlton in the League Cup quarter-final with the knowledge of them not winning a trophy since 2017.
      New signing Jack Butland is under consideration with Tom Heaton for the gloves following De Gea’s gaffe at the weekend, while Dutchman Van de Beek is sidelined after a knee injury he picked up in the win over Bournemouth. More

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      Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard offered Poland manager job after Aston Villa sacking

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      STEVEN GERRARD is being considered for a shock new role after being sacked by Aston Villa.The former Liverpool star has been approached by Poland to take over as a replacement for Czeslaw Michniewicz.
      Steven Gerrard has been offered the Poland manager’s jobCredit: PA
      Gerrard excelled in his first job as manager when he led Rangers to a first Scottish title since 2011.
      But he was less successful after leaving Ibrox for Aston Villa, where he secured a stodgy 14th place finish before starting this season poorly and getting sacked in October.
      The ex-England star is seriously considering the offer, with Poland ready to iron out any issues.
      The Polish FA are prepared to offer Gerrard a bumper salary, in the hope that the increase in sponsorship revenue the ex-midfield icon would bring would mean he effectively paid for himself.
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      Poland have also been given a boost by Gareth Southgate’s decision to stay on with England, meaning the Three Lions job will be off limits until at least next summer.
      If Gerrard was to take the Poland job, he would link up with two of the players he managed at Villa Park – Jan Bednarek and Matty Cash.
      Cash raised eyebrows when he switched international allegiance from England in 2021, being available to play for the Poles because his grandfather was from Gdansk.
      Poland enjoyed statistically their best World Cup since 1982 in Qatar, as they progressed to the last 16 before losing to France.
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      But it wasn’t enough to save boss Michniewicz, whose ultra-defensive brand of football failed to endear him to the supporters.
      He was also criticised by star striker Robert Lewandowski, who said: “The joy of the game is needed. It will be an important element, even in in the near future.”
      A number of coaches have been linked with the manager’s job by the Polish press.
      They include Roberto Martinez, who has since joined Portugal, Saudi Arabia boss Herve Renard and former Switzerland manager Vladimir Petkovic.
      The Polish FA find the idea of Steven Gerrard managing Robert Lewandowski hugely appealingCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Gerrard will be reunited with Aston Villa ace Matty Cash if he takes over PolandCredit: Getty More

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      ‘This can’t be true’ – Man Utd’s shock Wout Weghorst transfer ‘must be a stunt’, claims Wesley Sneijder

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      DUTCH legend Wesley Sneijder claims that Manchester United’s pursuit of Wout Weghorst “must be a stunt”.The Red Devils have turned to the burly Dutch forward in their bid to replace the axed Cristiano Ronaldo.
      Man United are interested in Burnley flop Wout WeghorstCredit: Getty
      Besiktas are determined to keep hold of Weghorst, who is on loan in Turkey from Championship Burnley.
      United are preparing a new offer for the 30-year-old ace.
      But Sneijder, 38, can’t fathom why they would bother.
      Speaking to Veronica Offside, the former Real Madrid and AC Milan star said: “I think they’ve seen the trick with the free-kick (vs Argentina at the World Cup), so they don’t fall for that in England any more.
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      “In terms of a striker, is he really someone United are waiting for? I don’t think so.
      “They still have 300 of those in the Premier League. It must be a stunt. This really can’t be true.”
      Fellow Netherlands legend Marco van Basten has warned United boss Erik ten Hag against signing “too many Dutch people”.
      He told Ziggo Sport: ‘It can become dangerous if you have too many Dutch people and things are not going well.
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      Wesley Sneijder is baffled by United’s Weghorst pursuitCredit: Getty
      “You also saw that at Barcelona, when they had five Dutch people. Then it will work against you. Ten Hag has to be careful with that.”
      If United are to sign a Dutchman to play up front, however, Van Basten reckons they should go for former Newcastle flop Luuk de Jong, rather than Weghorst.
      He added: “I have my doubts. Take a look at Luuk de Jong. That is really a striker that you can play through the air.
      “I don’t think Weghorst is very strong in that regard. He can score a header, but he is more of a boy who can do something with his enthusiasm and force.”
      Weghorst replaced Chris Wood at Burnley in January 2022, but only managed two Prem goals last term as the Clarets were relegated.
      During his illustrious career, Sneijder was often linked with a move to Old Trafford.
      But in recent years, Sir Alex Ferguson has denied ever having been interested.
      The legendary Scot said: “That’s come up a lot of times but we were never interested in Sneijder.
      “I don’t know where that came from but you get a lot of them.”
      Sir Alex Ferguson denied ever wanting SneijderCredit: PA More

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      Chelsea-bound Christopher Nkunku will not play until end of February as his recovery from knee injury drags on

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      CHELSEA-BOUND Christopher Nkunku will not play until the end of February at the earliest as his recovery from a knee injury drags on.The France striker and his club Red Bull Leipzig have targeted the Champions League last 16 clash with Manchester City on February 22 as his comeback date.
      Christopher Nkunku is set to sign for Chelsea in the summerCredit: AFP
      But after suffering an injury prior to the World Cup, his return date has now been revealedCredit: AFP
      Nkunku remains in Paris undergoing treatment for the problem which he picked up just before the World Cup and which stopped him from joining the eventual finalists in Qatar.
      Chelsea and Leipzig have yet to formalise the £53 million deal which was triggered by the Premier League side meeting the player’s buy-out clause in his contract.
      The date with City is only a loose target with some people fearing Nukunku’s return may come as late as March to ensure his injury is fully fit again.
      Chelsea have been pursuing Nkunku for some time and even arranged a secret medical for him in early September as they looked to get ahead of their rivals.
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      He was named in Didier Deschamp’s provisional 25-man squad for Qatar but had to withdraw after getting hurt in a collision with Eduardo Camavinga while training at France’s national team HQ in Clairefontaine near Paris.
      Chelsea are eager to add firepower to boss Graham Potter’s squad having struggled with forwards in recent seasons.
      Belgium star Romelu Lukaku lasted just a season before being sent back to Inter Milan on loan.
      Veteran Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is struggling to make an impact after signing in the summer.
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      Germany striker Timo Werner lasted only two seasons before he returned to Germany.
      Chelsea have won just once in the last seven matches.
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      Laura Woods shares inspiring story of Crystal Palace fan and blogger who kept cerebral palsy secret for over a DECADE

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      LAURA WOODS has shared the inspiring story of a Crystal Palace fan who kept their disability secret for over a decade. Blogger Dan Cook runs the popular HLTCO account on Twitter, which has over 113,000 followers.
      Woods used her breakfast show to pay tribute to the bravery of one Palace podcasterCredit: TALKSPORT
      Dan Cook revealed his identity to fans earlier this weekCredit: TALKSPORT
      He revealed his identity to fans as he opened a YouTube account after 12 years of anonymity.
      TalkSPORT breakfast presenter Woods was moved by his story and shared it on air.
      She said: “[Dan] is a massive Palace and football fanatic. And he’s been doing this social media stuff since about 2011. And he’s always kept his identity completely silent.
      “When he was younger I think he wanted, like most people, to be a footballer. He couldn’t do it because he realised really quickly that his disability wouldn’t allow him to do that.
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      “Yesterday he revealed his identity – ‘my name is Dan and I have cerebral palsy.'”
      Woods adds that she had been on his podcast before and was not aware of his condition.
      The host, who also fronts ITV and Amazon football coverage, speaks about Dan’s fears of facing abuse for his disability.
      This took co-host Ally McCoist by surprise.
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      Woods said: “Ally, it’s social media. Everything happens on there.
      “Why did I want to share his story? It made me feel a certain way. It made me feel shocked and a bit guilty because I didn’t know.
      “And it also made me feel sad that someone would want to hide a part of themselves away, especially something like a disability.
      “And then I read the comments underneath and I found them so uplifting.”
      Dan Cook is huge supporter of Crystal Palace, led by Patrick VieiraCredit: Getty
      Cook was stunned by Woods mentioning his story on air.
      He tweeted: “Honestly, having @laura_woodsy take the time to say this about me on national radio is mind-blowing. Thank you so, so much. You’re a legend.”
      The Palace podcaster is likely enjoying the season so far with the South London side a comfortable mid-table under Patrick Vieira.
      However the Eagles have lost four of their last five games, including a surprise FA Cup exit at the hands of struggling Southampton. More