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      David de Gea, 33, ‘ready to rejoin Man Utd when Erik ten Hag leaves with major update on future expected this week’

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      DAVID DE GEA was ready to re-join Manchester United if Erik ten Hag left, but is now set to join another club, according to reports.The Spanish goalkeeper is gearing up for a return to the pitch after taking a year-long break in the wake of his United release last summer.David de Gea said he was ready to rejoin Man Utd when Erik ten Hag leavesCredit: AFPThe shot-stopper left Old Trafford when his contract expired after the 2022/23 campaign, bringing to an end a 12-year stay at Old Trafford.De Gea – a United and Premier League icon – didn’t receive the send-off he deserved as his future wasn’t clear while the season was ongoing.The Spaniard was upset with those he held responsible for his departure.Namely manager Erik ten Hag and the club’s then-football director John Murtough.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSDe Gea even told his inner circle that he would be happy to return to United if those two figures were no longer there, according to The Athletic.But Ten Hag will remain manager for a third season after INEOS concluded their month-long search for potential successors.Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s group oversaw the exit of Murtough, who has since been replaced by Newcastle United’s sporting director, Dan Ashworth.Murtough is one of several high-ranking executives to have departed Old Trafford, including chief executive Richard Arnold.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOmar Berrada left Manchester City to replace Arnold, while Jason Wilcox has been appointed technical director and Christopher Vivell is United’s new director of global talent.While De Gea is set to announce his new club shortly, he is highly unlikely to return to Old Trafford even after Murtough’s exit.Ex-Man Utd star David De Gea shows he’s still got it and hints at transfer as fans say he ‘could have saved the Titanic’ He trains three to four times a week with a goalkeeping coach recommended by Richard Hartis, who held that role at United until last week.The Spaniard teased an announcement on Saturday when he tweeted an hourglass emoji, although there was no more information on the social media post.De Gea has a string of options available to him, including clubs in Saudi Arabia, America and Italy, reports The Athletic.His preferred option in the United States would be on the West Coast, but there is a chance he will stay in Europe. De Gea made 545 appearances for United, placing him seventh on their all-time list. More

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      Ryan Reynolds tells Liverpool star Mo Salah to ‘think about’ stunning Wrexham transfer in brilliant video

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      RYAN REYNOLDS has made a humorous transfer plea to Mo Salah asking him to join Wrexham.The Hollywood actor has led the Red Dragons to League One after two promotions alongside co-owner Rob McElhenney.Ryan Reynolds made a humorous transfer plea to Mo SalahCredit: Premier LeagueSalah has one year remaining on his Liverpool contractCredit: AlamyReynolds has his sights set on the Premier League but has already turned the club into a global phenomenon thanks to the documentary series ‘Welcome to Wrexham’.He is currently promoting his latest movie Deadpool & Wolverine alongside co-star Hugh Jackman and the pair were interviewed by the Premier League.They were asked about Salah and Jackman offered plenty of praise in response, applauding his professionalism and longevity.Reynolds then cut in and looked directly down the camera as he made a plea to the Egyptian.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe said: “Mo you would be warmly embraced at the Racecourse Ground in North Wales. Think about it.”Reynolds, 47, has had a busy summer which included gatecrashing a Spanish Euro 2024 broadcast alongside McElhenney.The Wrexham owners have also entered talks with the ECB over buying Welsh Fire, who compete in The Hundred.SunSport understands have had meetings with ECB representatives and have been invited to attend matches at this summer’s competitionMost read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHow Ryan Reynolds has been watching Wrexham games in styleCO-OWNER Ryan Reynolds hasn’t been able to make it to Wrexham in recent weeks due to filming commitments.But that hasn’t stopped him from watching his team in style.Streaming the match on a laptop or even a TV was not grand enough for the Deadpool star as he worked on the set of his latest movie.With a giant green screen behind him, he could not resist broadcasting Wrexham’s recent game on to the huge projector.Reynolds and his crew watched on as the Welsh side notched their 23rd win of the season against Crawley Town.He looked enamoured as the game played on behind him while surrounding by various pieces of Hollywood machinery.And Reynolds captioned the moment: “Watching the Wrexham game at work: new level unlocked.”It’s not clear what project Reynolds was working on at the time, with the actor currently developing several new movies including sequels to smash hits Free Guy and Red Notice.The Welsh Fire would one of be cheapest of the eight teams to buy, with sources involved in the talks valuing half the franchise at around £20m.The actors are huge sports fans with investments in other franchises, including Mexican Premier League side Club Necaxa and Formula One team Alpine F1.Watch moment Ryan Reynolds is surprised by Wrexham star live on BBC Radio 1 More

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      Chelsea leave FORTY-THREE players at home as they jet off on pre-season tour with £190m of talent set for transfer exit

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      CHELSEA have left enough players to fill THREE teams behind after flying to the USA.The Blues kick off their pre-season tour against Wrexham in California on Wednesday.Chelsea have flown out to the StatesCredit: GettyFormer Leicester duo Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Ben Chilwell pose for a photoCredit: GettyRenato Veiga joined Chelsea in JulyCredit: GettyNew boss Enzo Maresca will get a good look at his squad with further fixtures planned against Celtic, Manchester City and Real Madrid.But 43 aces – excluding injured stars and internationals given an extended break – did not make the 28-man group.Many of them are unlikely to play for the Blues again as they look to offload talents they paid a combined £190million for. Romelu Lukaku, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Trevoh Chalobah, Cesare Casadei, David Datro Fofana and Malang Sarr were all notable absentees.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSBlues chiefs are desperate to offload £97.5m signing Lukaku, who has spent the last two seasons on loan at Inter Milan and Roma.Chelsea have been linked with a stunning swoop for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen.The rumoured move would see them send £77m, Lukaku and another player to Naples in exchange for the hotshot.Keeper Arrizabalaga was shipped out on loan to Real Madrid as cover for the injured Thibaut Courtois last season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe £72.1m signing reportedly has an offer on the table from Saudi Arabia.Academy graduate Chalobah may consider himself unlucky to see himself on the list.Meet Pep Guardiola disciple Enzo MarescaBut Tosin Adarabioyo’s arrival has pushes him further down the pecking order.Marc Cucurella, Enzo Fernandez, Conor Gallagher, Moises Caicedo and Cole Palmer are being rested after deep runs at Euro 2024 and the Copa America.Djordje Petrovic is rehabbing after suffering an injury.The rest of the absentees mainly come from Chelsea’s youth teams and would not have expected to make the cut.Chelsea’s US tour partyGoalkeepers: Robert Sanchez, Marcus Bettinelli, Eddie Beach, Lucas Bergstrom.Defenders: Reece James, Malo Gusto, Josh Acheampong, Wesley Fofana, Axel Disasi, Tosin Adarabioyo, Benoit Badiashile, Levi Colwill, Ben Chilwell, Renato Veiga, Carney Chukwuemeka, Romeo Lavia.Midfielders: Lesley Ugochukwu, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Andrey Santos.Forwards: Nicolas Jackson, Christopher Nkunku, Raheem Sterling, Mykhailo Mudryk, Noni Madueke, Armando Broja, Tyrique George, Marc Guiu, Angelo.Rested: Marc Cucurella, Enzo Fernandez, Conor Gallagher, Moises Caicedo, Cole Palmer.Reported injured: Petrovic   Left out:  Trevoh Chalobah, Alfie Gilchrist, Malang Sarr, Cesare Casadei, Leo Castledine, Deivid Washington, Diego Moreira, Omari Kellyman, Caleb Wiley, Tino Anjorin, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Mason Burstow, David Datro Fofana, Bashir Humphreys, Romelu Lukaku, Alex Matos, Gabriel Slonina, Harvey Vale, Dujuan Richards, Kiano Dyer, Billy Gee, Harrison Murray-Campbell, Ishe Samuels-Smith, Zak Sturge, Jimi Tauriainen, Travis Akomeah, Ato Ampah, Somto Boniface, Luke Campbell, Brodi Hughes, Harrison McMahon, Donnell McNeilly, Leo Cardoso, Max Merrick, Jimmy-Jay Morgan, Richard Olise, Samuel Rak-Sakyi, Frankie Runham, Reiss-Alexander Russell-Denny, Zain Silcott-Duberry, Ronnie Stutter, Shaun Wade, Kaiden Wilson. More

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      Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk shows off dramatic new look as he ditches long blond locks ahead of new season

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      CHELSEA star Mykhailo Mudryk has shown off a bold new look ahead of the new season.The winger has struggled to live up to his £97million price tag since moving to Stamford Bridge 18 months ago.Mykhailo Mudryk showed off his new haircutCredit: Instagram @mmudryk10Mudryk has got rid of his trademark blond locksCredit: GettyBut he will be hoping for a fresh start under new manager Enzo Maresca after finding himself in and out of the side under Mauricio Pochettino.Mudryk, 23, is set to travel to the US for a pre-season tour along with the rest of the Chelsea squad, and he will sport a new look across the pond.That is because he has got rid of his trademark blond locks, which he often wore with a middle parting.The Ukrainian has shaved his head in a bold look, which has split opinion amongst the Chelsea fanbase.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne Blues fan reacted saying: “Mudryk buzzed his hair, he’s gonna be even more s***e. Ffs.”Another added: “Mudryk really caught off his hair… nice one… maybe he’ll score now 😂”A third said: “Mudryk took the Obi Mikel criticism about his hair too seriously 😂”Mudryk’s decision to cut his hair has come just weeks after Chelsea icon John Obi Mikel advised him to do exactly that.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “Mudryk, he needs to get his head right, he needs to – I was going to swear – he needs to f***ing get his head right because he’s such a good player, pace, power, quick and good on the ball.”But he needs to get his act right, he needs to forget about the whole hair, whatever, the tattoos no! Play f***ing football and win games.”Watch Mykhailo Mudryk tell cameraman to film him from better angle with Chelsea fans calling flop signing ‘unreal’ More

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      Everton takeover boost as American group to make last-minute rescue mission for crisis club amid administration fears

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      AN AMERICAN consortium has joined the race to buy Everton.The Toffees suffered another blow in their bid to avoid going into administration last week as US investors The Friedkin Group’s proposed takeover collapsed.Kevin Malone is leading a group keen on buying EvertonCredit: YouTube/Come On Let’s GoEverton owner Farhad Moshiri has seen multiple takeover deals collapseCredit: GettyThey had a period of exclusivity for talks with current owner Farhad Moshiri over an £800m deal.But The Friedkin Group, who also own Roma, pulled out on Thursday due to concerns about the crisis club’s debt to 777 Partners.They had pumped in £200m to keep the club afloat – but failed in an attempt to buy Everton in June as the Premier League refused to ratify the deal. 777 Partners did not receive approval as chiefs were worried they did not have the cash to meet their obligations after backers cut ties with them and the company was hit with legal issues in the US and Europe.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut a new consortium from across the pond now want to buy Everton.They are led by former LA Dodgers general manager Kevin Malone.And the group will reportedly make an offer to Moshiri in the coming weeks after seeing initial interest knocked back due to The Friedkin Group’s exclusivity agreement.Malone’s consortium will be rivalled by British investment firm Vici Private Finance.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSunSport understands they are confident of completing a takeover in a matter of weeks.Vici Private Finance are being advised by former Everton director Keith Harris.Premier League sides deducted points and others at riskLocal businessmen and Toffees fans Andy Bell and George Downing could also return to the negotiating table.The mega-rich duo are open to waiving the millions owed to them after helping to fund the build of their new Bramley-Moore Dock stadium in exchange for a stake in the club.Meanwhile, Crystal Palace part-owner John Textor is unlikely to make another bid for Everton.Yet any buyer will need to appease Moshiri, who wants £25m up front plus £2.5m for TEN YEARS to walk away from the Merseyside team.SunSport exclusively revealed that he sees the £50m pay-off as part of any deal to sell.WHAT IS FFP?SunSport’s Martin Lipton breaks down what it is all about…FFP – or Financial Fair Play – is a concept originally introduced by Uefa in 2009, officially to prevent clubs from spending money they could not afford.Yet many critics have rounded on the system, accusing it of being a protective instrument, drafted by the so-called “legacy clubs” to prevent insurgent and wealthier clubs from buying their way onto the top table.The Premier League introduced its own FFP regulations which came into effect for the 2013-14 season and which, while less stringent than Uefa regulations, they do impact on club spending.Under the current Prem “Profitability and Sustainability” regulations, clubs who are constant members of the top flight for a three-year period are allowed total losses of £105m over those three campaigns.But it is not as simple as totting up outlay and income.The biggest outlay, of course, is transfer fees. The 20 Prem clubs spent a total of around £2.4bn in last summer’s transfer window.Yet that does not mean they “spent” that money as far as the Prem rules are concerned.Transfer fees are “amortised” over the length of the contract, so, for example, a £100m fee for a player who signs a five-year deal is amortised at a cost of £20m per season for each of those five campaigns. More

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      Chelsea make shock approach for LaLiga goalkeeper as Blues draw up four-man transfer shortlist

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      CHELSEA have made an initial approach for Villarreal goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen, according to reports.The Blues are in the market for a new No1 after both Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic had spells between the sticks last season. Filip Jorgensen is wanted by ChelseaCredit: GettyNew manager Enzo Maresca supposedly wants a goalkeeper comfortable with the ball at his feet. Chelsea chiefs have identified Jorgensen and talks have begun with the player’s representatives, according to Fabrizio Romano.The Dane played 37 times for Villarreal last season and made 143 saves – which was more than any other goalkeeper in LaLiga.Jorgensen reportedly has a £34million release clause.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd the 22-year-old is one of four stoppers on Chelsea’s summer shortlist.Leicester keeper Mads Hermansen, who worked with Maresca as they won the Championship last term, is one of those on the club’s radar.Meanwhile, no talks have started for Valencia and Georgia’s Euro 2024 star Giorgi Mamardashvili.But Chelsea may need to offload Kepa Arrizabalaga before any possible incomings.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Spaniard is holding out for a move back to Real Madrid after spending last season on loan there.Todd Boehly has continued to splash the cash this summer despite the threat of breaking PSR rules, having already signed Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Tosin Adarabioyo, Omari Kellyman, Renato Veiga and Marc Guiu.Chelsea fans can’t wait for new season as video of training session emerges – but some fear ‘we’re revealing too much’ More

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      Aston Villa complete club record Amadou Onana transfer as Everton confirm departure in brief statement

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      ASTON VILLA have completed the signing of Amadou Onana for a club record deal.Unai Emery’s side have paid £50million for the Everton star.Amadou Onana has joined Aston Villa for £50mCredit: Instagram / @avfcofficialOnana made 37 appearances for Everton last seasonCredit: PAThe Toffees confirmed the news in a short statement, which read: “Amadou Onana has joined Aston Villa on a permanent transfer.”The midfielder, who joined Everton from Lille in August 2022, made 75 appearances for the Blues, scoring four goals.”He had previously had spells with Hamburg and Hoffenheim in Germany.”Everton thanks Amadou for his service and wishes him well for the future.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOnana, 22, has supposedly signed a five-year contract at Villa Park. The transfer sees the club smash their transfer record after spending £46m on Moussa Diaby from Bayer Leverkusen last summer.Onana played every minute for Belgium at Euro 2024 and managed 37 appearances for Everton last season.He has previously been linked with the likes of Bayern Munich, Arsenal and Manchester United – with the latter reportedly failing in a last ditch attempt to hijack the move.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe arrival of Onana bolsters Emery’s options in midfielder ahead of the club’s Champions League campaign after they sold Douglas Luiz to Juventus for £42.35m.Villa have already splashed the cash this summer – bringing in eight new players.Aston Villa stars and wags go wild as Emi Martinez soaks team in champagne after Haaland goal secures Champions LeagueAston Villa’s summer signings Amadou Onana £50mIan Maatsen £37.5mJaden Philogene £15mSamuel Iling-Junior £14.3mEnzo Barrenechea £9.7mLewis Dobbin £9mKosta Nedeljkovic £8mRoss Barkley £5m More

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      Jadon Sancho ‘close to agreeing shock PSG transfer’ just days after returning to Man Utd fold

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      JADON SANCHO is close to agreeing personal terms for a move away from Manchester United, reports say. The forward had a public fallout with United manager Erik ten Hag last September which resulted in his exile from the squad. Jadon Sancho is ‘close to agreeing personal terms to PSG’Credit: AlamyBut Sancho revived his career with a loan back to Borussia Dortmund – three years after his £73million transfer to Old Trafford. The winger made 21 appearances and grabbed three goals on his way to re-finding form.Still, Dortmund were unable to make a permanent move for Sancho – paving his return to United. And the England international did make his way back to training and appeared in the fold for the upcoming season. READ MORE ON MAN UTDSancho even played his first game for United since August as he lined up in a friendly against Rangers.Ten Hag’s side won 2-0 with Amad Diallo and Joe Hugill scoring and £50m man Leny Yoro playing in defence.But in another twist, according to Foot Mercato and Lequipe, Sancho and PSG are close to an agreement on personal terms. The French champions are looking to replace Kylian Mbappe this summer after the superstar’s move to Real Madrid. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSancho’s United history July 23, 2021 – Sancho signs for Man Utd for £73m after a three-year transfer sagaSeptember 3, 2023 – Ten Hag drops Jadon Sancho from Man Utd squad due to his ‘performance in training’ – but player says he has been made a ‘scapegoat’September 14, 2023 – Removed from Man Utd first-team squad and suspendedJanuary 12, 2024 – Re-signs for Borussia Dortmund on loan until the end of the seasonJanuary 13, 2024 – Comes off the bench and provides assist on return in 3-0 win over Darmstadt 98March 9, 2024 – Scores first goal back at Dortmund in 2-1 win over Werder BremenMay 1, 2024 – Provides incredible solo performance against PSG in Champions League semi-finalJuly 12, 2024 – Returns to Man Utd training for first timeJuly 16, 2024 – Ten Hag speaks out on Sancho’s return to say ‘we’ve drawn the line’PSG’s sporting director Luis Campos is said to have been impressed by Sancho’s performances in Germany and against his club in the Champions League semi-final.And he is now a top priority after a deal for Napoli’s Victor Osimhen hit the rocks. United are believed to have already been in talks with PSG over the signing of defensive midfielder Manuel Ugarte. And the Ligue 1 champions are also understood to also be interested in Red Devils captain Bruno Fernandes. United had placed a £40million price tag on Sancho – almost half what they paid Dortmund in 2021. But, Ten Hag spoke out about welcoming the player back into the squad after they held talks to squash their past disputes.He commented: “As we said, we’ve drawn the line.”Manchester United needs good players and Jadon is a good player. We have drawn that line and we move on.”Sancho was made to train on his own last year after publicly lashing out at Ten Hag last season following defeat to Arsenal. READ MORE SUN STORIESTen Hag claimed Sancho was dropped as a result of poor training performances – but the player argued he was being made a “scapegoat”.Refusal to apologise to the manager then resulted in his expulsion from the side until he was loaned out to Dortmund. Sancho returned to United in a friendly against RangersCredit: Getty More