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      I’m a former Tottenham and England star but I’d much rather see Arsenal win the league than Three Lions win Euro 2024

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      DARREN BENT would rather see Arsenal win the Premier League than England win Euro 2024 this summer.The former striker scored four goals in 12 caps for the Three Lions and spent two years with Tottenham.Darren Bent would rather Arsenal win the league than England win the EurosCredit: The SunBent won 12 caps for the Three Lions as a player, scoring four goalsCredit: Dave Pinegar – The SunHowever, he is a passionate supporter of their North London rivals Arsenal instead.Bent has even now revealed he wants the Gunners to win a trophy this season over England in the summer.He told talkSPORT: “As an Arsenal fan I want the league. I want Arsenal over anything.”Co-host Andy Goldstein then asked: “You don’t want FA Cup – Arsenal, Euros – England.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBent admitted it would still be a “close decision” before adding: “Champions League, Premier League over anything.”He also revealed that an FA Cup and League Cup double would mean more than England winning a trophy.The 40-year-old pundit continued: “FA Cup and League Cup. Nope, I’m not joking you. FA Cup, League Cup. Arsenal.”Goldstein responded: “I just find that nuts, I really do.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHowever, Bent clarified his choice by stating: “As a fan, I’m club over country.”Arsenal currently sit top of the Premier League on goal difference ahead of Liverpool.Shaun Custis and Jack Rosser discuss Cole Palmer and Conor Gallagher’s England hopes as Southgate ponders Euro 2024 squadMeanwhile, Gareth Southgate’s England are set to face Serbia, Denmark and Slovenia in the group stage at this summer’s Euros.Bent never represented England at a major international tournament but scored four goals in his 12 caps for the Three Lions.He also spent two years with Tottenham during his playing career after signing from Charlton for over £21million in 2007.During his time at White Hart Lane, he scored 25 goals in 79 appearances for Spurs.Those goals include one in his three North London derbies against Arsenal, who he also scored against for Sunderland, Aston Villa and Fulham.Bent also made 79 appearances for Arsenal’s bitter rivals TottenhamCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd More

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      Arsenal ‘chasing Forest star for shock transfer as embattled club frantically aim to balance books after FFP breach’

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      ARSENAL are targeting Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White ahead of the summer transfer window, reports suggest.The Gunners are pushing for their first Premier League title since the Invincibles’ triumph in 2004 as they currently sit top of the table.Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is already looking on summer transfersCredit: GettyHowever, the North Londoners are always keeping an eye on the summer market as manager Mikel Arteta’s rebuild continues.And according to The Star, Arteta is planning on some major transfer business come June.The Spanish tactician is looking to reshape his ranks and the club is keen on adding Gibbs-White, 24, to the squad.This comes amid reports suggesting Emile Smith Rowe could be on his way out of the Emirates.Read More on ArsenalAnd Forest’s playmaker is seen as the perfect replacement for Smith Rowe if the academy graduate decides to go after a different challenge.The same source claims Nottingham are weighing up cashing in on their star man.This comes after the Tricky Trees were hit with a four-point deduction for breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules.And thus player departures are on the cards as Forest look to balance the books.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERGibbs-White is currently fully focused on Nuno Espirito Santo’s side amid another intense relegation scrap.The recent points deduction has seen Forest plummet to the drop zone in 18th place.Morgan Gibbs-White’s stunning Wag Britney goes braless in daring dress to surprise him on Valentine’s Day The attacking midfielder joined Evangelos Marinakis’ club in 2022 following a record £44.5million deal with Wolves.The former England youth international has since justified his price with a total of 71 appearances in the last two seasons.Arsenal are keeping tabs on Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-WhiteCredit: Rex More

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      Man Utd make Brazil defender their ‘No1 summer transfer target’ as star has £43m release clause in his contract

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are interested in signing Juventus star Gleison Bremer, according to reports.The Red Devils have been heavily tipped to sign a defender since last summer with a number of targets linked.Manchester United could try and sign Gleison Bremer this summerCredit: AlamySpeculation has ramped up following the appointment of Dan Ashworth as sporting director, with the former Newcastle chief identifying potential upgrades.One player of interest is centre-back Bremer, according to Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport.The Brazilian only signed a new contract in December, tying him down to Juventus until 2028.However it is claimed Bremer has a release clause in his deal worth £43million.READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnited could make a move for the 27-year-old this summer, although new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is keen to snap up young talent as opposed to ageing stars like Casemiro or Raphael Varane.That means the Red Devils could pursue a transfer for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, who earned his first call up to the England squad this week.Everton have priced the youngster at an eye-watering £75m however, with United hoping to negotiate the price down to £50m.United have previously been linked with Nice defender Jean-Clair Todibo, but former player Rio Ferdinand has identified two other targets.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFerdinand likes the look of Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo and Lens ace Kevin Danso.He said of the pair: “The boy at Lens, there’s one there, he’s good.’You’re insulting me’ – Roy Keane fumes at Gary Neville leaving former Man Utd team-mate stunned during disagreement”The Uruguayan boy at Barcelona – Araujo. Whether he’s gettable or not, I think he’s brilliant. He’s an unreal centre-half.”He has every attribute to be perfect for the Premier League. I’d probably say he’s the standout, but whether he’s gettable or not, I don’t know.” More

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      Five Arsenal stars who have just a handful of games to save their futures including Smith Rowe and forgotten transfer

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      WITH the end of the season approaching, Arsenal remain in the hunt for Premier League and Champions League glory.But some players are focused on fighting for their future as well as getting their hands on silverware.Mikel Arteta could cash in on several squad players this summerCredit: GettyAaron Ramsdale may not make another appearance for ArsenalCredit: GettyMikel Arteta’s side have a congested fixture list to content during the run-in.The Gunners have season-defining games such as their Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich and clashes with Manchester City, Tottenham and Manchester United still to come.Arteta could need to use his squad depth and that will give a few fringe players a handful of games to prove they are worth keeping next year.SunSport take a look at five Arsenal players who are in danger of being axed this summer.READ MORE ON ARSENALAaron RamsdaleFuture appearances in an Arsenal kit appear limited for Ramsdale amid his desire for regular starts.David Raya was signed from Brentford before the start of the season and after the England star made a few mistakes, the Spaniard has been the first choice between the sticks.His heroics against Porto in the shoot-out only strengthened his hold on the position.And Ramsdale’s recent error against the Bees when his clearance was charged down by goalscorer Yoane Wissa showed his time at the Emirates is all-but over.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERGiven injuries and red cards, the much-loved back-up keeper could still have a part to play, although several Premier League clubs will be preparing bids for the 25-year-old assuming he will be off either way.Fabio VieiraVieira has become somewhat of a forgotten man at Arsenal and it is safe to say his £30million move from Porto hasn’t worked out.The midfielder has missed 16 games this term due to a groin injury, starting just three times in all competitions.Vieira, 23, is a player with talent but has fallen down the pecking order.It seems unlikely he will make it beyond the summer window as an Arsenal player unless he can come up with a big goal on the club’s route to a trophy.There is interest in Vieira, whose contract doesn’t expire until 2027, from sides abroad.Fabio Vieira has struggled to nail down a spot in Arsenal’s starting XI consistentlyCredit: GettyWill Pugh and Tom Barclay discuss Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes ahead of ‘biggest game in 20 years’ against Man CityEmile Smith RoweIt has been another season plagued by injury for Smith Rowe and his days at Arsenal look numbered.Similarly to Vieira, the attacking midfielder has huge potential but has started just three matches this season.Smith Rowe, 23, scored ten Prem goals just two seasons ago and he could be called upon off the bench should the Gunners find themselves struggling to break down an opponent during the run-in.And he needs to perform a miracle to avoid the axe amid previous interest from the likes of Aston Villa and West Ham.Smith Rowe could also help fund a revamp of the squad this summer as financially, selling him would count as 100 per cent profit due to him being a homegrown star.Emile Smith Rowe has been hit by injuries in recent seasonsCredit: RexReiss NelsonNelson penned a contract extension last summer but it would be no surprise to see the club cash in this time around.The 24-year-old winger has been in the starting XI just once across both the Prem and Champions League this season.Nelson is surplus to requirements and it would take an injury to a key man like Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard or Gabriel Martinelli for him to be handed a chance in the remainder of the campaign.His best moment in a Gunners shirt came when he scored a last-gasp winner in the 3-2 victory over Bournemouth last season.He has to come up with something similar to avoid being sold amid interest from Brighton.Reiss Nelson is surplus to requirements at ArsenalCredit: GettyEddie NketiahNketiah is often amongst the goals but there is a feeling he’s not quite good enough to lead the line for a title-challenging side.Arteta has found a way to get his team scoring prolifically without a recognised number nine and Gabriel Jesus remains his first choice striker.It would be no surprise to see Arsenal enter the transfer market for a new goalscorer this summer and part of the move could be funded by the sale of Nketiah.READ MORE SUN STORIESWolves and Crystal Palace have previously expressed an interest.Nketiah will be hoping for a big moment off the bench in the run-in to make the club want to keep him.Eddie Nketiah could make way for a new striker in the summerCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City out to beat Man Utd to £86m transfer for Real Madrid star who could lose spot to Mbappe

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      FOUR Premier League giants are ready for a huge tug-of-war transfer fight over Real Madrid star Rodrygo, according to reports.Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United are all monitoring the 23-year-old Brazilian.Rodrygo has attracted interest from four Prem giantsCredit: GettyWith Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe set to join, Spanish outlet SPORT report the LaLiga giants would be willing to open negotiations on Rodrygo if they receive offers above £86million.Treble-winners City have kept tabs on Rodrygo since his two stoppage-time goals helped to knock out the Prem champions in their dramatic 2022 Champions League semi-final.The winger, whose £205,000-a-week Bernabeu contract runs until 2028, has bagged 13 goals and provided nine assists in 41 Real games this term.United fans are keen on signing Rodrygo, who starred in Brazil’s 1-0 win over England on Saturday.But they could face a challenge for his signature from Arsenal or Liverpool, particularly if Mo Salah leaves Anfield amid links to Saudi Arabia.Interest could ramp up in the summer and Real Madrid already have a ready-made replacement for the forward in 17-year-old Endrick, who agreed a transfer to the Bernabeu in December 2022.However Rodrygo’s future will most likely be determined by what happens with Mbappe.The Frenchman is out of contract in the summer and has been tipped to swap PSG for Real Madrid.Most read in FootballRodrygo has played as a no9 at times this seasonBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERBut he was expected to do the same two years ago before a dramatic U-turn led him to pen a new contract.Reports claim Mbappe has signed a five-year deal with Real Madrid which includes an £85million signing-on fee.Football stars’ weird phobias More

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      Arsenal lining up shock cut-price transfer for Man City outcast who fell out with Pep Guardiola

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      ARSENAL are ready to pounce for Joao Cancelo – if Barcelona are unable to turn his loan move into a permanent one.Cancelo, 29, still has three years left on his Manchester City contract but has not been at the Etihad for 14 months after a fall-out with Pep Guardiola.Joao Cancelo is currently on loan at Barcelona from Manchester CiyCredit: GettyCancelo fell out with Man City boss Pep Guardiola before leaving the Etihad on loanCredit: AFPHe moved to the Nou Camp in September but, despite being a regular and Barcelona having first option to sign him, they insist the £40million asking price is too steep.That has alerted Gunners boss Mikel Arteta, who knows Cancelo well from his time as Guardiola’s assistant.His ability to play on either flank is a huge plus for Arteta, who is in the market for a top level left-back, while Cancelo also impressed in midfield when he was pushed forward at City.Cancelo has made it no secret that he would prefer to stay at Barca.READ MORE ON ARSENALYet they do not want to go beyond paying another loan fee to keep him for a further 12 months.He spent the previous six months at Bayern Munich but the German giants also insisted the asking price was too high.City want the Portugal international off the books, rather than seeing his price drop the longer he remains their player.Arteta has raided City for Oleksandr Zinchenko and Gabriel Jesus in the past.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd, as much as he would like to stay at Barca, Cancelo may be tempted by another link-up with the Spaniard in the summer.He made 154 appearances for Man City, scoring nine goals and providing 22 assists.Four Arsenal stars confronted Arsene Wenger after huge stars sold to bitter rivals, reveals Jack Wilshere The full-back won three Premier League titles and the Carabao Cup at the Etihad, before he left for Barcelona and won the LaLiga title last year.This season he has played 32 games in all competitions, starting 22 of their 29 league matches. More

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      Real Madrid ready to test Liverpool with £75million bid for Trent Alexander-Arnold as Reds face summer transfer exodus

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      LIVERPOOL star Trent Alexander-Arnold is a £75million target for Real Madrid.The England full-back, 25, has just over a year left on his current deal at Anfield.Real Madrid are understood to be interested in Trent Alexander-ArnoldCredit: EPAAnd Spanish giants Real are ready to test the Reds’ resolve to hold on to their home-grown star as they continue the rebuild of Carlo Ancelotti’s team.Liverpool have no desire to sell Alexander-Arnold this summer.And they remain hopeful of tying him down to another long-term contract.But, if negotiations stall, Real are unlikely to be alone in trying to tempt the Merseysiders into cashing in.And the Reds know they are running the risk of losing the ball-playing right-back for nothing next year.Agreeing new terms with Alexander-Arnold will be one of the top priorities for Liverpool’s new hierarchy this summer.The biggest task for Michael Edwards — returning to Anfield as CEO of football in the summer — and new sporting director Richard Hughes is to appoint a successor to outgoing boss Jurgen Klopp.But Mo Salah and captain Virgil van Dijk are in the same contractual position as Alexander-Arnold.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd that could lead to a summer of major upheaval for the title challengers.All three are already among the club’s top earners but will be expecting improved terms and a suitably inspiring replacement for Klopp.Charlie Adam on watching golf with Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish instead of transfer talksThe Saudi Pro League is desperate to lure Salah in particular.There will also be interest in goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher.Due to Alisson being injured, the Irishman, 25, has started each of Liverpool’s last five Premier League games and also played in their Carabao Cup final triumph over Chelsea.But he has just 43 appearances since arriving at Anfield in 2019 and could now be tempted away from Merseyside after several impressive displays.Alexander-Arnold has played 21 Premier League games this season but is currently injured More

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      Champions League giants baulk at ‘outrageous’ asking price for Mason Greenwood transfer with Man Utd exit imminent

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      ATLETICO MADRID have been left stunned by Manchester United’s “outrageous” asking price for Mason Greenwood, according to reports.The forward is set to be sold by the Red Devils this summer.Mason Greenwood has spent this season on loan at GetafeCredit: GettyUnited’s stance is a blow for Getafe, who had hoped to take Greenwood on loan again.But Greenwood has received interest from a number of other LaLiga clubs.Among them are Atletico, who want to bolster their forward line.According to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, Diego Simeone’s side have been left appalled by United’s “outrageous” asking price.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey claim that the Red Devils want £51.3million for their academy product.Greenwood, 22, will have a year left on his Man Utd contract at the end of the season.The one-cap England international has not played for the Red Devils since a police investigation into him was launched in January 2022.Charges of attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour were later dropped.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERBut United opted to loan him to Getafe last summer.He has played 24 times in LaLiga thus far, scoring six goals and laying on five assists.Mason Greenwood wants an investigation into whether Jude Bellingham called him a “rapist” droppedSpeaking at the Financial Times business of football summit last month, LaLiga president Javier Tebas said of Greenwood: “I’m a lawyer, for someone that has come out of a legal case innocent, there’s nothing to say.”I think it’s good because he’s another great player. Maybe the circumstances have made it easier for him to come, but he’s a great player and I have got no other comments to make.”He’s doing really well at Getafe as a player and I hope he continues to be successful and continues to stay in Spanish football, because that’s always good for us.”When someone isn’t condemned, what should we have done? This is what courts exist for. It is not up to me to know his case in detail.”He is just another player.”Tebas later added: “Greenwood was not condemned, so I don’t care.” More