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      Oliver Glasner stalling on new Crystal Palace contract after transfer woes with deal up in just 12 months

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      CRYSTAL PALACE boss Oliver Glasner will hold off signing a new deal at the club until he sees how serious the board is about backing him in the transfer market.The Austrian manager has been a massive success in south London, defying the odds and delivering the club’s first major trophy in its history.Oliver Glasner has transformed Palace by winning the FA CupCredit: EPAStar player Eberechi Eze is attractiing interest from SpursCredit: GettyTrevoh Chalobah arrived at Palace on deadline day last summerCredit: PAHis FA Cup success has seen him linked to jobs elsewhere, but he has recently stated that he will remain at the club for the upcoming season.However Glasner is in no rush to commit long-term with just over a year remaining on his current deal.SunSport sources say he wants clear assurances that summer signings will be completed in good time before contract talks progress to the next stage.A Palace insider told SunSport: “He has a year left on his deal and is just waiting to see how this summer goes before signing a new one.READ MORE IN FOOTBAL“He was very critical of last summer, so the onus is on Parish to get deals done in time for pre-season.“Waiting until the last couple of days to bring in four players wasn’t ideal.”Eddie Nketiah, Maxence Lacroix, Matt Turner and Trevoh Chalobah all arrived at the club on transfer deadline day.Something Glasner himself highlighted during his press conference last season: “It’s not a public discussion- I’ve already mentioned it several times. We could have done better in the transfer window.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK“With four signings on deadline day, it’s not how you wish a transfer window would work.”‘Raiders of The Selhurst Park’ – Bidding war for Guehi and Eze imminient?The Eagles are keen to build on a promising end to the campaign and Sunsport exclusively reported last month that Glasner was willing to sanction the sale of the duo to fund a rebuild.Eze has interest from Tottenham and Guehi from Newcastle.SunSport has been told Glasner wants serious reinforcements, particularly in midfield and up front, to help Palace climb the table and mount a strong Europa League campaign, following their FA Cup triumph.Talks between Glasner and the board are ongoing, but for now, all eyes are on the transfer window- before any pens come out. More

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      Chelsea Champions League winner Salomon Kalou reveals surprising new business after retirement from football

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      EX-CHELSEA forward Salomon Kalou, 39, has stunned fans by revealing his new venture – running a chocolate business.The former Ivory Coast international, best known for helping the Blues lift the Champions League in 2012, has traded boots for sweet treats.Salomon Kalou (right) spent seven seasons at ChelseaCredit: GettyHe was part of a Chelsea side that conquered Europe for the first timeCredit: AP:Associated PressThe Ivorian has always had a thing for unusual hairstylesCredit: INSTAGRAMHis brand is called Oume, named after his birthplace in the Ivory Coast with Kalou keen to emphasise the importance of his homeland in the chocolate world.He told The Telegraph in an interview: “My uncle had a cocoa farm, and I grew up around the farm.”We went to school and at the weekend we would be helping him.”Growing up, I don’t remember eating chocolate and didn’t know what it was.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS “It was expensive more of a privilege for people who can afford to buy it.”People don’t know that what they produce on their farms is used for chocolate. “But we (Ivory Coast) contribute a big percentage of the world’s production. We also have great footballers.”The surprise career move has raised a few eyebrows among fans who remember the pacy winger’s dazzling runs down the Stamford Bridge flanks – not cocoa beans and hand-tempered truffles.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKKalou, who also enjoyed spells at Lille, Hertha Berlin and Botafogo, says he hopes to one day see his chocolate in some of the UK’s most prestigious shops.From embarrassing Chelsea pal to interview with dad – Five times Cole Palmer stole show AFTER Conference League finalsHe added: “One day I’d like to see Oume in Waitrose, Selfridges, or Harrods. That would be a proud moment.”It is a tough market with the price of cocoa increasing due to extreme weather and under-investment.”The Ivorian started and won the Champions League final with Chelsea in 2012, making a total of 254 appearances for the Blues. More

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      Chelsea begin huge transfer firesale with FOURTEEN players up for sale including Madueke, Nkunku and forgotten £45m flop

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      CHELSEA are preparing for a huge summer of sales with up to FOURTEEN players facing the axe. The Blues finished in the top four – to qualify for the Champions League – while topping off the campaign by lifting the Conference League trophy. Christopher Nkunku and Joao Felix look set to leave Chelsea for goodCredit: GettyDespite the ultimately successful campaign, Enzo Maresca is braced to start next season with a new-look squad of fresh faces.Liam Delap is set to sign for £30million from Ipswich while wingers Jamie Gittens and Alejandro Garnacho are linked with a move to West London. But according to The Guardian, Chelsea are also looking to offload a hoard of unwanted stars in their squad.With a winger likely to arrive this summer, Noni Madueke – who scored 11 last season – is said to be on the market.READ MORE ON CHELSEAChristopher Nkunku and Joao Felix – who spent the second half of last season on loan at AC Milan – are other attackers up for sale.Nkunku arrived from RB Leipzig in 2023 for £52.7million in 2023 and scored 14 goals last season – but only three in the league. He had underwhelming stints up front while also failing to find form out wide or in an attacking midfield role. Bayern Munich inquired about the Frenchman in January while Manchester United have also been linked in the past. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFelix first joined Chelsea in 2023 on loan before later joining Barcelona only to move back to the Blues in a permanent £45m deal. But by February, he had fallen out of favour with Maresca and joined AC Milan on loan managing just three goals in 21 games. Chelsea finally discover Club World Cup opponents as former star, 38, assists dramatic winner to set up reunionA move back to Benfica – where Felix first made his name – or Flamengo in Brazil are potential options for the forward. Goalkeepers Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic could also be sold if the right bid comes in.Petrovic signed in 2023 but spent last season on loan at Strasbourg while Sanchez has spent two seasons at Chelsea after joining from Brighton for £30m. Maresca has continued to back Sanchez despite shaky form – but recent reports say the Spaniard’s future is up in the air. Renato Veiga, Ben Chilwell, Axel Disasi are all due back from their respective loans but remain out of favour in defence.Meanwhile Wesley Fofana – signed for £70m from Leicester in 2022 – is also said to be at risk amid his injury struggles. Trevoh Chalobah was loaned out to Crystal Palace last summer after Chelsea failed to move him on permanently. Chalobah was later recalled in January and despite finishing the season in fine form, he could still be at risk of leaving.Noni Madueke and Trevoh Chalobah, pictured with Jadon Sancho, could be sold by ChelseaCredit: GettyGoalkeepers Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic could also be soldCredit: GettyKiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Carney Chukwuemeka and Lesley Ugochukwu are midfielders with uncertain futures.Dewsbury-Hall arrived from Leicester for £30m last summer but has been reduced to mainly cup action in his debut season at Stamford Bridge.Chukwuemeka ended the campaign on loan at Borussia Dortmund while Ugochukwu is due to return after Southampton’s relegation. Read More on The SunAnd Raheem Sterling – who has two years left on his £325,000-a-week contract – has no future at Chelsea after a disappointing Arsenal loan spell.Sterling was frozen out by Maresca at the start of the season and scored just once for the Gunners – in the League Cup. Renato Veiga and Ben Chilwell look set to be soldCredit: GettyAxel Disasi was loaned out to Aston VillaCredit: RexWesley Fofana has struggled with injury issuesCredit: GettyKiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s Chelsea future is at riskCredit: RexCarney Chukwuemeka was loaned out to Borussia DortmundCredit: Shutterstock EditorialLesley Ugochukwu and Raheem Sterling both ended their seasons on loanCredit: PA More

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      Ten Hag ‘interested in TWO Liverpool stars’ and could ask for one to be included in British record Wirtz transfer deal

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      LIVERPOOL’S blockbuster pursuit of Florian Wirtz continues to move at a pace – and could see two Reds stars heading to Germany.The Reds are on the verge of shattering the £115million British transfer record that Chelsea paid for Moises Caicedo for the Bayer Leverkusen star.Florian Wirtz has stated his intention to join LiverpoolErik ten Hag has had a busy start to his Leverkusen tenureCredit: GettyJarell Quansah and Harvey Elliott are the two players targeted in a potential swap dealLeverkusen, who last week appointed Erik ten Hag to succeed Xabi Alonso, want £126million for the versatile attacker but it is believed that a compromise can be reached.Negotiations with Leverkusen have seen a bid of £109million tabled but the German giants are looking at adding a few players in for a swap deal. Jarell Quansah and Harvey Elliott could be suggested as makeweights, according to Mail Sport.Although both players are highly regarded at Liverpool, they struggled for game time this season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLElliott only started two league games and Quansah only made four Premier League starts.Both players are expected to attract a lot of interest this summer.Elliott is similar to Wirtz and can operate across the frontline, while Quansah could replace Jonathan Tah, who joined Bayern Munich on a free.Wirtz, 22, has expressed his desire to move to Anfield and Reds sporting director Richard Hughes has offered a deal that includes readily attainable performance-related add-ons.Most read in FootballUnder Fenway Sports Group, Liverpool have never gone above the £100million mark.Darwin Nunez’s £85million move from Benfica in 2022 represents their most expensive buy.Frimpong jets into UK with Leverkusen star to complete £30m Liverpool moveLiverpool are also looking to beef up their full-back department with the arrival of Wirtz’s teammate Jeremie Frimpong. Bouremouth left-back Milos Kerkez has also been heavily linked in recent weeks.Ten Hag meanwhile is close to completing his first signing with a raid on another former Prem rival. More

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      Chelsea ‘want to wrap up deal for Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens before Club World Cup’ with Sancho future in doubt

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      CHELSEA are in talks with Borussia Dortmund to sign Jamie Gittens and want a deal done before the Club World Cup, transfer reports say. The Blues are in the market for forwards and are set to welcome striker Liam Delap after agreeing a £30million move with Ipswich. Chelsea are in talks with Borussia Dortmund to sign Jamie GittensCredit: AlamyBut a winger is also on their wishlist with Dortmund’s Gittens a top priority and both clubs are now in negotiations, according to the Telegraph. Chelsea inquired about the wideman in January and Dortmund have been braced for summer bids worth £50million – matching his release clause. It comes amid uncertainty around Jadon Sancho’s future after his loan from Manchester United nears an end. Chelsea have an obligation to buy him for £25m or pay a £5m penalty to get out of the deal. READ MORE ON CHELSEASancho finished the season with five goals in 42 games – including the third in the Blues’ Conference League final win over Real Betis.But his wages – believed to be around £350,000-a-week – are a stumbling block for any suitor.Gittens – who spent time at Chelsea’s academy – ended the last campaign with 12 goals in 48 games.He had spells with Reading and City’s academy before moving to Germany and progressing into Dortmund’s first-team. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSGittens joins the likes of Sancho and Jude Bellingham to have made their name in the Bundesliga. He helped Dortmund get to the Champions League final in 2024 – losing to Bellingham’s Real Madrid. Chelsea finally discover Club World Cup opponents as former star, 38, assists dramatic winner to set up reunionEarlier this season Gittens became the youngest English player to score in the Champion League – aged 20 and 75 days – when he netted against Real Madrid.Gittens has played for England at youth level – not yet making a senior appearance – but will not play in this summer’s Under-21 Euros. That is because he is set to travel with Dortmund for the Club World Cup in America – joining Chelsea in the expanded 32-team tournament. But the Blues are said to want the winger signed by the time they set off for the States. Chelsea are also linked with United’s Alejandro Garnacho, who is expected to leave Old Trafford this summer. The West Londoners held talks for the Argentine last January and have also been tracking Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams. Chelsea are also looking to clear out players this summer with Noni Madueke – who scored 11 last season – believed to be on the market.Christopher Nkunku and Joao Felix – who spent the second half of last season on loan at AC Milan – are other attackers up for sale.Goalkeepers Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic could also be sold if the right bid comes in. Renato Veiga, Ben Chilwell, Axel Disasi are all due back from their respective loans but remain out of favour in defence.Read More on The SunKiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Carney Chukwuemeka and Lesley Ugochukwu are midfielders with uncertain futures. And Raheem Sterling, who has two years left on his £325,000-a-week contract – has no future at Chelsea after a disappointing Arsenal loan spell. More

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      Daniel Levy’s right-hand woman LEAVES Tottenham as summer shakeup begins with Postecoglou’s future also in doubt

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      TOTTENHAM executive director Donna Cullen has announced her departure from the club.It comes amid uncertainty at the club around manager Ange Postecoglou’s future.Donna Cullen has announced her departure from TottenhamCredit: PADonna Cullen became a close confidante of Daniel Levy during her time at TottenhamCredit: GettyCullen had been on the Spurs board for almost 20 years before stepping down.During that time, she became a close confidante of Daniel Levy and worked as his deputy.However, the executive director has now left the club to spend more time with her family.In a statement released on Monday morning, Cullen said: “This has been such a hard decision to make. The Club has been my life for the past three decades.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I have had the privilege of working with Daniel, whose vision and energy has driven the Club forward, and so many talented and wonderful colleagues.”It has been quite some journey, starting at White Hart Lane, with a brief stay at Wembley and finally our new home -amazing memories home and away.”Ending this season with the Europa League Trophy was a dream come true.”The time is now right for me to gather more time for myself and my family, whom I thank for all their support over the years.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”I shall spend the coming months ensuring there is a smooth handover with my staff. Thank you all. I wish everyone at the Club all the success in the world.”Meanwhile, Levy said: “Donna has made an immense contribution to the Club, over an extensive period. Her diverse responsibilities grew significantly and replacing her roles with a single individual will be impossible.Ange Postecoglou drops huge hint over Tottenham future with incredible mic-drop moment at Europa League parade”While many may associate her primarily with marketing and communications, Donna’s impact extends far beyond those areas.”Notably, her leadership and political acumen at planning committees, was instrumental in the Club being able to build one of the finest stadiums and training centres in the world.”She deserves recognition for the contribution she played in the formation of the Tottenham Hotspur Foundation, which has positively impacted countless individuals in our communities, and in establishing the London Academy of Excellence, providing children with exceptional educational opportunities.”Donna has pushed the conscience of the Club to be at the forefront of environmental and diversity initiatives. She also played a crucial role in supporting the amateur part-time Spurs Ladies, enabling the development of our professional women’s team.”Her daily input will be greatly missed, however she fully deserves to take time for herself, and I know that we shall be able to call upon her advice when needed. We wish her well for the future.”Cullen’s departure comes amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding the future of head coach Postecoglou.The 59-year-old could reportedly be sacked in the coming days despite guiding Spurs to their first trophy in 17 yearsPostecoglou led the Lilywhites to a 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Europa League final last month.However, Tottenham’s poor campaign in the Premier League – which saw them finish 17th, one place above the relegation zone – has left him vulnerable in his position.Despite the ongoing speculation about his next move, Postecoglou insists he still has more to give.Speaking to ABC’s Australian Story while on holiday with his family, he said: “I didn’t want us to just enjoy the moment.”I also wanted us to think about what’s next, you know, don’t settle for this. We’ve got a taste of it now. My players have got a taste for it. The club’s got a taste for it.”Well, let’s make sure we’re back here again.”The Spurs boss added: “When we sat down 10 years ago and did the initial Australian Story, I think maybe even you guys thought that that was the culmination of what I was about to achieve.”In 10 years’ time, if we sit down again, I’ve got no doubt in my mind that there’ll be more stories to tell.”Read More on The SunTottenham chiefs are understood to be talking to other managers about replacing Postecoglou.Brentford head coach Thomas Frank and Fulham boss Marco Silva are both among those being considered. More

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      Matheus Cunha becomes Man Utd’s joint fourth highest earner as his wages are revealed – and he could soon rise to second

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      MATHEUS CUNHA has become one of the highest-earning players at Manchester United.The 26-year-old joined the club in a £62.5million transfer from Wolves at the weekend subject to visa clearance.Matheus Cunha has become the joint-fourth highest earner at Man UtdCredit: GettyThe winger now earns the same as AntonyCredit: GettyCasemiro remains Man Utd’s highest earnerCredit: GettyCunha penned a five-year deal with the option to extend for another 12 months.And now his wages have been revealed.The Telegraph reports that Cunha will earn £200,000-a-week at Old Trafford.It is a huge increase on the £120,000-a-month wages he took home at Wolves.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe Brazilian winger is now one of the higest-earning players at United.Following his move to Old Trafford he will now earn the same as Antony, who spent the second half of this season on loan at Real Betis.Only Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford and Mason Mount take home more.Casemiro, 33, remains Man Utd’s higest earner with a weekly wage of £375,000.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordClub captain Fernandes, 30, and Rashford, 27, take home £325,000-a-week.Meanwhile, Mount, 26, earns £250,000-a-week in Manchester.Bruno Fernandes enjoys dinner with Al-Hilal ‘secret agent’ Joao Cancelo as he faces Man Utd exit decisionCunha could potentially make his way up the list depending on how the transfer window pans out for United this summer.Casemiro, Fernandes, Rashford and Antony have all been linked with a move away.Fernandes could be the biggest loss for the Red Devils should he leave.The Portuguese midfielder allegedly received an offer worth £700,000-a-week from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal last week.United were also offered a £100m fee to sign him.However, head coach Ruben Amorim insists he wants the midfielder to stay at Old Trafford.Read More on The SunRashford, meanwhile, is expected to leave having fallen out with Amorim prior to his Aston Villa loan spell.Barcelona are understood to be keen on a potential move. More

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      Bruno Fernandes sent message by former Premier League star over Al-Hilal transfer as Man Utd star remains in talks

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      AN ex-Premier League star has encouraged Bruno Fernandes to join him at Al-Hilal.The Manchester United captain’s agent Miguel Pinho held talks over a mega-money move to the Saudi Arabian club last week.Bruno Fernandes remains in talks with Al-HilalCredit: Shutterstock EditorialRuben Neves wants the Man Utd captain to join him in Saudi ArabiaCredit: GettyAl-Hilal reckon they can get the Red Devils to sell for £100million and offer the player a three-year tax-free deal worth £200m.The amount could still increase with journalist Fabrizio Romano claiming the club will do “whatever it takes” to get their “top target”.Talks with both Al-Hilal and Man Utd are set to continue this week.Fernandes is reportedly “seriously considering” leaving Old Trafford.READ MORE ON MAN UTDA move to the Riyadh-based side would see him become team-mates with ex-Premier League aces Ruben Neves, Joao Cancelo, Aleksandar Mitrovic and Kalidou Koulibaly.And Portuguese compatriot Neves is keen for Fernandes to join him.Asked about conversations with him, the former Wolves captain told O Jogo: “I recommend any player who is in the national team. “We have a lot of talent. We are lucky in that aspect. A small country, but with excellent players, just yesterday four won the Champions League. That makes any child dream. Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”I would like to have any player from the national team in my team.”Neves left Wolves in 2023 for £47m and he reportedly pockets £15.6m-a-year in Saudi.Bruno Fernandes enjoys dinner with Al-Hilal ‘secret agent’ Joao Cancelo as he faces Man Utd exit decisionHis comments come after Fernandes was spotted having dinner with Cancelo.It is likely a reunion at Al-Hilal was on the menu as fans think the old Manchester City star was “playing agent”.Asked if Man Utd’s post-season friendly against Hong Kong last Friday was Fernandes’ farewell game, Ruben Amorim replied: “I don’t know for sure, nobody knows, but I don’t think so.“He is seeing us taking some actions to change all the things and I think that is all that he wants to stay.“He’s saying ‘no’ to a lot of things, but it shows that he wants to win.”He’s really young, he’s really good. He needs to be in the best league in the world.”Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford More