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      Luton preparing transfer bid for Blackburn hotshot Sam Szmodics but face competition from Premier League rivals

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      LUTON have upped their interest in Blackburn’s red-hot striker Sam Szmodics.The Hatters are keen on the Championship’s top  scorer,   28,  whether they stay up or not — but so are Brentford.Luton are preparing a bid for Championship top scorer Sammie SzmodicsCredit: PASaturday’s dramatic home win over Bournemouth means Rob Edwards’ side are only in the relegation zone on goal difference.However, the gap could return to three points if Nottingham Forest beat Tottenham on Sunday.Szmodics has scored 23 league goals for Rovers this season with another six strikes in the FA Cup.Despite not scoring in Saturday’s 0-0 draw against Southampton, he remains three goals clear of nearest challenger Adam Armstrong in the scoring charts.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis form earned him a maiden international call-up last month as he was handed his first two Republic of Ireland caps.He qualified for the Boys in Green through his grandmother, having also been eligible for England and Hungary.Szmodics has two years remaining on his Blackburn deal as well as the option of a further season after signing a new contract in September.Rovers signed the forward from Peterborough back in the summer of 2022.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA host of Premier League clubs have already been linked with Szmodics as well as Luton and Brentford.Fulham joined the race for his signature last month, while Scottish champions Celtic have also been linked with a move.Football stars’ weird phobias More

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      Who is Harry Amass? Man Utd youngster handed place in squad for Liverpool clash

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      MANCHESTER UNITED host Liverpool at Old Trafford this afternoon and a new name has appeared on the team sheet.Youngster Harry Amass has been included in the Red Devils’ matchday squad for the first time in his career – SunSport has the lowdown on the scarlet.Amass has trained with the first team this weekCredit: GETTYMAN UTD VS LIVERPOOL LIVEWho is Harry Amass?Harry Amass is a 17-year-old left-back who joined Man Utd from Watford last summer.Amass signed a professional deal with the club in March upon turning 17.The youngster is also an England youth international, having made five appearances for the Three Lions Under-17 side.READ MORE IN MAN UTDAmass has made 14 appearances for Man Utd’s Under-18s in the U18 Premier League so far this season and has starred in the FA Youth Cup as well as the Uefa Youth League.The 17-year-old will be hoping he can be the 250th academy player to feature for the first team, with the next graduate set to claim the accolade.Amass’ opportunity comes after a major defensive injury crisis, leaving Man Utd without a recognised senior left back.Erik ten Hag is also without FOUR senior centre-backs for the clash with Liverpool.Most read in FootballHow to watch Man Utd vs LiverpoolMan Utd vs Liverpool will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event/Premier League.Sky Sports customers can live stream the match via the NOW app/website.Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action by following SunSport’s live blog. More

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      Liverpool target Ruben Amorim has ‘verbal pact’ with Sporting Lisbon that could see shock summer exit

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      RUBEN AMORIM reportedly has a verbal pact with Sporting Lisbon which could see him leave the club this summer.The Portuguese manager has been linked with becoming the next Liverpool boss.Ruben Amorim has a verbal pact with Sporting Lisbon to leave this summerCredit: RexAmorim has emerged as a target to replace Jurgen Klopp when he steps down at the end of the season.However, his appointment would not come without a fee, although this will reportedly be lower than previously expected.Fabrizio Romano reports that Amorim’s contract includes a £26million buyout clause for Portuguese clubs and £17million for foreign clubs.The report adds, though, that Amorim has a verbal pact with Sporting to let him leave this summer for a fee of just £8.5million.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt comes after SunSport revealed last week that the 39-year-old is considering leaving Sporting at the end of the season.He has been strongly linked with a move to Anfield and the Reds could hold an advantage over other European clubs.Amorim’s agent also represents Liverpool winger Luis Diaz.The former international midfielder has been in charge of Sporting since 2020 and won a league title during his first full season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSRuben Amorim’s managerial career
      2018-19 – Casa Pia
      2019 – Braga B
      2019-20 – Braga
      2020-Present – Sporting Lisbon
      Trophies:
      Braga – Portuguese League Cup (2020)
      Sporting Lisbon – Liga Portugal (20/21), Portuguese League Cup (2021,2022), Portuguese Super Cup (2021)

      His side ended the campaign with just one defeat as they won their first title for 19 years.He has won three other major honours during his tenure and is currently contracted until the summer of 2026.Roberto De Zerbi ruled out of Liverpool boss running but could still quit Brighton this summer to join European giantsAmorim’s side are in pole position to land a league and cup double this term.Saturday’s win over Benfica leaves Sporting four points clear of their rivals with a game in hand.Meanwhile, they are also into May’s cup final after sealing an aggregate semi-final victory over the same opponents in midweek. More

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      ‘What the hell is that man thinking about’, fumes former Premier League manager over Arsenal star Havertz’s shirt swap

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      KAI HAVERTZ’S antics against Brighton left a former Premier League manager fuming.The Arsenal star appeared to swap shirts with a member of the Seagulls coaching staff after being substituted.Kai Havertz appeared to hand his shirt to a member of the Brighton coaching staffCredit: XTim Sherwood was left fuming after spotting Havertz’s anticsCredit: Getty Images – GettyHavertz scored and provided an assist as the Gunners secured a comfortable 3-0 away win on Saturday night.The victory was enough to take Mikel Arteta’s side to the top of the Premier League ahead of Liverpool’s trip to Manchester United on Sunday.However, Havertz’s decision to hand his shirt to Brighton’s assistant manager angered Tim Sherwood.The former Tottenham boss was shocked by the incident and made his feelings known at full-time.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe told Premier League Productions: “Interesting there I see Kai Havertz giving his shirt to the assistant manager of Brighton.”I can’t have that. What the hell is that man thinking about?!”Havertz enjoyed an eventful evening as he scored his 10th Arsenal goal to double their lead during the second half.The strike was also his ninth in the league this season, the most he has managed since moving to England.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe later went on to set up Leandro Trossard for Arsenal’s third goal before being replaced by Eddie Nketiah late on.The Gunners now sit a point ahead of title rivals Liverpool and Manchester City with seven matches left.Sky Sports commentator points out Arsenal ‘weakness’ repeatedly targeted by BrightonHowever, the Reds have played one less and will return to the summit by beating United at Old Trafford. More

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      My dad is a Darts World Cup winner – now I’m making my own way in the sport

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      THE son of darts World Cup winner Simon Whitlock will make his debut in the MODUS Super Series next week.Mason, 20, is following in his father’s footsteps and creating his own success on the oche.Mason Whitlock will make his debut in the MODUS Super Series next weekMason is the son of Aussie Darts sensation Simon WhitlockCredit: GettyDarts talent is apparently in the Whitlock family’s genes. Aussie star Simon, 55, has had a glittering career in the sport, winning the 2012 European Championship and 2022 World Cup of Darts for Australia with Damon Heta.And now his son Mason will compete in the MODUS Super Series – which is known as a great tournament to see some of the best players without a PDC Tour Card.This will be the youngster’s first time to show his dad is not the only one who can throw a 180.READ MORE IN DARTSMason has been playing on the PDC Development Tour since late 2021. There, he seems to be slowly maturing. In his first 22 tournaments, Mason made it to the last-64 twice and earned £100 in prize money.At the last nine tournaments, however, Mason earned £825 by reaching the last-32 three times. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHe is currently 44th on the PDC Development Tour Order of Merit.Meanwhile, his dad – known as The Wizard – is widely regarded as the greatest Australian player of all time and is to thank for the rejuvenated popularity of darts Down Under.Shaun Custis and Rob Maul discuss the rise of Luke Littler and what the future holds for Darts wonderkidBut the Aussie has not been in top form this year after crashing out of the World Championship in the last 64 to Gary Anderson – currently ranked world No45. More

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      Man Utd and Liverpool flop transfers combined XI worth £450m including world-record transfer TWO World Cup winners

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Liverpool meet at Old Trafford in the Premier League on Sunday.The Reds are leading the way in the title race going into the weekend, ahead of Arsenal and Manchester City – with United way off the pace.Paul Pogba is one of two World Cup winners to make the combined flop XICredit: PAAndy Carroll struggled for form after becoming Liverpool’s then record signing in 2011Credit: PA:Empics SportRed Devils fans have become used to complaining about big-money flop transfers in recent seasons.But Anfield regulars have also seen more than their fair share of disappointments over the years.So, while most supporters will be arguing over combined XIs from these Prem heavyweights, SunSport has tried something different.Here is our all-time Liverpool and United flop transfers XI… worth over £450MILLION.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLoris KariusThe German goalkeeper was one of Jurgen Klopp’s first Liverpool signings after joining from Mainz for £5.5million in 2016.Loris Karius was initially installed as the Reds’ first-choice in goal and kept 22 clean sheets in 49 appearances.However, his error-strewn display against Real Madrid in the 2018 Champions League final – when he infamously threw the ball off of Karim Benzema and into his own net – proved to be his final appearance.He was released in 2022 after a string of underwhelming loan moves.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSteven CaulkerAnother early Klopp signing, Steven Caulker was brought in on loan from QPR in January 2016 to bolster the Liverpool defence.Rio Ferdinand fears Marcus Rashford will need to leave Man Utd as he warns struggling star has brutal decision to make However, he was instead used as a makeshift striker by the German manager and played just four minutes in the Premier League.The impact sub made four appearances in his first month at the club before making the bench just once in his final four months at Anfield.Harry MaguireHarry Maguire’s £75million move to United from Leicester in 2019 was a world record fee for a defender until last summer.The England centre-back impressed at first for the Red Devils and was even made captain by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.However, his form has dipped in recent seasons, with criticism from fans before Ten Hag stripped the armband from him at the end of last season.Although his performances have improved this term, Maguire has been limited to just 14 Premier League starts.Harry Maguire’s time at Manchester United has been far from easyCredit: AlamyPaul KoncheskyPaul Konchesky won two England caps before Liverpool spent £4million on the full-back in 2010.He went on to make 18 appearances during the first half of the season under Roy Hodgson but fell out of favour under Kenny Dalglish.As a result, Konchesky was shipped out on loan to Nottingham Forest in January before he was sold to Leicester in the summer for just £1.5million.Angel Di MariaThe first of two World Cup winners in the XI, Angel Di Maria arrived at United for £65million in 2014 fresh from winning the Champions League with Real Madrid.His marquee signing showed early promise with three goals and four assists in his first six Premier League appearances.However, Di Maria’s discomfort in Manchester soon impacted his performances and game time under Louis van Gaal.After just one season he was sold to Paris Saint-Germain for an £11million loss.Angel Di Maria spent just one season at Manchester United after signing for £65millionCredit: GettyPaul PogbaPaul Pogba won the World Cup in 2018 as a United player failed to reach those heights at club level during his second spell in England.Four years after being allowed to leave for free, United spent a then world record fee to bring the Frenchman back to Old Trafford.Despite making over 200 appearances and winning three trophies across the next six years, Pogba’s attitude and performances came under constant scrutiny.Following months of speculation over his contract, Pogba left for free once again in 2022 to return to Juventus.Alberto AquilaniItalian midfielder Alberto Aquilani joined Liverpool from Roma for £17million in the summer of 2009.However, his 28 appearances included just nine league starts for the Reds.After loan spells with Juventus and AC Milan, Aquilani completed a £2million switch to Fiorentina in 2012 to end his Liverpool nightmare.Alberto Aquilani made just nine Premier League starts for LiverpoolCredit: PA:Press AssociationAntonyTen Hag parted with £82million to bring Antony to United with him from Ajax in 2022.The Brazilian winger has failed to impress for the Red Devils, though, with fans and pundits slamming his output and performances.Antony has yet to score a league goal this season with his only two strikes including one in the FA Cup against League Two Newport County.Donny van de BeekLike Antony, Donny van de Beek starred under Ten Hag at Ajax before moving to United for £34million in 2020.He has since struggled to establish himself under Solskjaer, Ralf Rangnick and Ten Hag, though.A loan move to Everton in 2022 failed to resurrect his career, with Van de Beek joining Frankfurt on loan with an option to buy in January.Donny van de Beek failed to establish himself under three separate United managersCredit: PAAndy CarrollAndy Carroll became Liverpool’s club record signing when he joined from Newcastle for £35million in January 2011.He went on to score 11 goals across the next 18 months but was not part of Brendan Rodgers’ plans come the summer of 2012.Instead, Carroll was loaned out to West Ham before completing a £15million permanent switch the following summer.Christian BentekeAfter scoring almost once every two matches for Aston Villa, Christian Benteke moved to Anfield for £40million in 2015.READ MORE SUN STORIESDespite scoring the winner in just his second appearance, the Belgian found the net just 10 times in 42 matches for Liverpool.He left after a single season, moving to Crystal Palace for less than £30million. 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      Man Utd recall 19-year-old wonderkid to squad for Liverpool clash as early team news is leaked

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      OMARI FORSON is back in the Manchester United squad for Sunday’s clash with Liverpool.The 19-year-old has made three Premier League appearances so far this season.Omari Forson is in the Manchester United squad to face Liverpool, according to reportsCredit: GettyHowever, he has been absent from the squad for each of the last three league matches.Forson has now returned to the matchday squad at Old Trafford on Sunday.He joins fellow teenagers Harry Amass and Habeeb Ogunneye on the bench, with Amass included in the league for the first time.The teenager has made five senior appearances for Erik ten Hag’s side this season.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHaving made his first-team debut in the FA Cup in January, he was handed his Premier League bow against Wolves the following month.Forson went on to grab an assist during his four-minute cameo as he set up Kobbie Mainoo’s stoppage time winner.He has since made his first start against Fulham and came off the bench in the Manchester Derby in March.The winger has been with United since 2019 after joining the club’s academy from Tottenham aged 14.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSForson is also an England youth international and has been capped up to under-19 level.His return to the United squad comes as Ten Hag battles another injury crisis.The Red Devils are sweating on the fitness of Casemiro, Jonny Evans and Raphael Varane following their midweek loss to Chelsea.Erik ten Hag discusses Liverpool v Man UtdMeanwhile, Victor Lindelof, Lisandro Martinez and Luke Shaw all remain absent through injury. More

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      Jeff Stelling calls out Sky Sports for coverage of Arsenal’s win over Brighton and says solution ‘is not brain surgery’

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      JEFF STELLING has called out Sky Sports’ coverage of Brighton vs Arsenal for a lack of “balance”.The legendary presenter, 68, quit the broadcaster last year after 25 years hosting Soccer Saturday.Dave Jones was joined by Karen Carney, Alan Smith and Theo WalcottCredit: X/SkySportsPLJeff Stelling wasn’t overly impressed by the coverageCredit: PAStill an avid viewer, Stelling was unhappy with how Gunners-tinted he felt Sky’s coverage of yesterday’s match had been at the Amex.Host Dave Jones was joined by former Arsenal players Theo Walcott, Karen Carney and Alan Smith.During the coverage, Stelling tweeted: “Brighton v Arsenal has ex Arsenal co commentator and both pundits are ex Arsenal.”Maybe next time Sky should be a bit more balanced. It is like using me on a Hartlepool game!!!”READ MORE ON ARSENALAn Arsenal fan hit back at Stelling, claiming that Smith in particular, nicknamed Smudge, isn’t biased.They replied: “Jeff that’s poor from you. Shall we put Carra (Jamie Carragher) or Nev (Gary Neville) on who are rivals. Smudge is most impartial pundit going.”Stelling, however, wasn’t having the argument.He responded: “Smudge is great. So when you have decided to use him on commentary, pick two neutrals as pundits.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”Or one from each side if you wish. Not brain surgery.”Arsenal went on to stroll to a 3-0 victory on the South Coast.BBC commentator takes dig at Arsenal star Ben White during Match of the Day coverageBukayo Saka put them ahead from the penalty spot in the 33rd minute after Tariq Lamptey was adjudged to have tripped Gabriel Jesus.Kai Havertz doubled Arsenal’s lead just after the hour mark, before Leandro Trossard sealed the win four minutes from time.Mikel Arteta’s side returned to the top of the Premier League table, moving a point ahead of Manchester City with seven games remaining.Liverpool will return to the summit should they beat Manchester United at Old Trafford later today.Arsenal cruised to a 3-0 win on the South CoastCredit: Getty More