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      Man Utd wanted to sign me but dream transfer fell through… I still have a copy of the offer on my phone

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      MANCHESTER UNITED tried and failed to sign Luigi Turci in 1999 – a moment the goalkeeper still regrets.The Red Devils were on the lookout for an Italian keeper following their Treble success in the previous campaign.Manchester United came close to signing Luigi Turci in 1999Credit: GettyMark Bosnich had already arrived on a free to provide competition for the No2 spot, with Peter Schmeichel still at the peak of his powers.United reportedly wanted Gianluigi Buffon but he rejected the club in favour of staying at Parma.So instead Turci was identified and United made an offer to Udinese to sign the goalie.But they were too late as the Serie A side had already confirmed their squad, with Sir Alex Ferguson instead opting for another Italian, Massimo Taibi.READ MORE ON MAN UTDTurci regrets the failed move to this day and he even still has a copy of the fax that details the proposed transfer.He told TV Play’s Twitch channel: “In 1999-2000 Manchester United made an offer to Udinese to sign me, but unfortunately Udinese had already presented the UEFA list and Ferguson took Taibi in my place.“United were looking for an Italian goalkeeper: the first to be contacted was Buffon, but he refused.“The second was me, but the times didn’t match. To this day I regret that missed transfer, I have a copy of the fax on my phone.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMeanwhile, United are expected to look to Serie A again this summer as they try to entice Victor Osimhen away from Napoli.The striker dreams of playing in the Premier League but Chelsea are fighting for his signature and could make a bid when the transfer window re-opens.Man Utd legend Wayne Rooney, 38, lands new job as TNT Sports pundit… and he could be in line for Match of the Day More

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      Man Utd, Arsenal and Chelsea target Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s dad reveals wonderkid’s summer transfer plans

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      KHVICHA KVARATSKHELIA’s dad has dealt a massive blow to Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal who had all hoped to sign the Napoli star in the summer.The Georgian wonderkid is set to remain at the Serie A club next season after fans speculated about the star’s future in Italy.Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s dad has revealed Napoli’s summer transfer plansCredit: GettyKvaratskhelia, 23, who is under contract at the Italian side until 2027 has been a top transfer target amongst the European giants.But for all the clubs interested in signing the winger including Chelsea, Arsenal and United it looks unlikely the Napoli player will be going anywhere – at least for now.The star’s father Badri confirmed Kvaratskhelia’s summer plans to Radio Serie A.He said: “I am so happy with Napoli’s title and that my son Khvicha contributed to winning it.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I am grateful to Italy and Naples for having welcomed and appreciated him as a person and as a footballer.“He’s the only one who can choose whether to stay at Napoli, but I think he will continue wearing the Napoli shirt. In any case, I will respect his decision.”Despite being key in Francesco Caizona’s squad scoring nine goals and making six assists this season he is still one of the lowest-paid players at the club.The Georgia international was instrumental in Napoli’s first league title win in 33 years last season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe scored 14 goals and assisted 14 in all competitions and had stellar performances in Juventus’ 5-1 defeat in January and Liverpool’s 4-1 loss in the Champions League.With Napoli’s poor season so far as they look unlikely to qualify for the Champions League next term many of Europe’s biggest clubs have been interested in signing the winger.The Biggest January Flop Signings In Premier League HistoryAlongside the Premier League clubs, Barcelona and PSG are said to be keeping tabs on Kvaratskhelia. More

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      Paul Tierney DROPPED after drop ball controversy that sparked angry scenes but ref could still impact weekend’s football

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      PAUL TIERNEY has been dropped from refereeing the next round of Premier League fixtures after controversially assisting Liverpool to snatch a late winner at Nottingham Forest.The referee drew criticism after giving the Reds possession with a drop ball in the build up to Darwin Nunez’s last-gasp winner.Paul Tierney has been dropped from refereeing this weekend’s fixturesCredit: GettyLast weekend he wrongfully gave Liverpool an unopposed drop ball following a head injuryIbrahima Konate went down after appearing to clash with his own goalkeeperThere were chaotic scenes at the end of the matchCredit: PALiverpool defender Ibrahima Konate had gone down with a head injury following a Forest corner after appearing to clash with his own goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher.And despite Forest having possession with Callum Hudson-Odoi when the match was paused, Tierney dropped the ball back to Kelleher.Within seconds the ball was back up the other end of the pitch and in the Forest net – cue uproar around the City Ground.Tierney has been punished by the Premier League for his error by not being allowed to referee a match this weekend.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever he will still be on duty as the VAR for Arsenal’s clash with Brentford on Saturday.Some Gooners are not best pleased with that news with one reacting saying: “Why do they like giving us Paul tierney?🤣”Another added: “No way man. Always there to ruin us.”A third wrote: “Of course he’ll be VAR to completely destroy us after granting Liverpool favours.”Most read in FootballForest owner Evangelos Marinakis entered the technical area at the end of the gameCredit: RexAngry fans confronted TierneyCredit: GettyBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd another commented: “Slap on the wrist.”There is no suggestion Tierney would deliberately influence the result at Arsenal.The Prem will make history this weekend with Sunny Singh Gill set to become the first British South Asian to referee a game.Inside 102-year-old stadium unfit for Europe despite club’s incredible charge into Champions League spot Gill has been appointed to oversee Crystal Palace vs Luton on Saturday – 19 years after his father Jarnail Singh became the first EFL ref to wear a turban when he took charge of Bristol Rovers v Bury in August 2004. More

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      Piers Morgan reveals ‘the best signing since Dennis Bergkamp’ as diehard Arsenal fan praises ‘difference maker’

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      PIERS MORGAN has praised Mikel Arteta for securing the “best signing” at Arsenal since Dennis Bergkamp over 20 years ago.The diehard Gunner singled out Declan Rice as a “difference” maker in Arteta’s squad following his £100million arrival last summer from West Ham.Piers Morgan has revealed what Arsenal star has been the ‘best signing’ since Dennis BergkampCredit: AlamyArsenal legend Bergkamp who signed for the club in 1995 won several titles for the GunnersCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdMorgan revealed that Declan Rice was the star signing Mikel Arteta has madeCredit: GettyArsenal are set to take on Sheffield United on Monday night at Bramall Lane but face a little bit of pressure after fellow title contenders Man City and Liverpool both won this weekend.But in theory, the Gunners with their outstanding players should wipe the floor with Chris Wilder’s side.One superstar in particular has been Rice who has excelled since his move across the capital in July.And speaking on talkSPORT on Monday about his beloved Arsenal, Piers Morgan claimed that Rice is the best signing Arsenal have made since they signed legend Dennis Bergkamp.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLMorgan said: “If you ask me above all else what has been the difference – Declan Rice. “I think Declan Rice has been the best signing Arsenal have made since Dennis Bergkamp back in the mid 90’s.”Dutch icon Bergkamp joined Arsenal in 1995 helping the club to win three Premier League titles, four FA Cup trophies, and reach the 2006 Champions League Final.And Rice could be on track to do the same at Arsenal after he captained the Hammers to their first major European trophy since 1965.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWith only Bobby Moore and Billy Bonds being able to do the same Piers may be right about Rice who has only improved since his move.Winning the Comunity Shield on his debut game for the Gunners the midfielder has been instrumental for Arteta’s side this term. West Ham fans go wild for Declan Rice as Arsenal star gives old club amazing gift in first league game against themIn his 36 appearances, Rice has taken the squad to another level and has scored four goals and made five assists this term.The England international was also recently nominated for The Best FIFA Men’s Player based on his performance for both London clubs and the national team.A Premier League and Champions League title is very much in sight for Arsenal as Rice hopes to recoup another piece of silverware this term. More

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      Mauricio Pochettino won’t quit Chelsea as fans singing ‘f*** off’ jibe warned they are wasting their time

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      CHELSEA fans wanting to drive Mauricio Pochettino out of the club are wasting their time.The head coach will not quit despite some supporters calling for his head at Brentford on Saturday.Chelsea fans told Mauricio Pochettino to ‘f*** off’ during their 2-2 draw at BrentfordCredit: AlamyThere were chants of “f*** off Mauricio” during Chelsea’s 2-2 draw at Brentford which leaves them 11th in the Premier League.Chairman Todd Boehly also came in for stick because of frustration at results after the club spent £1 billion assembling a large squad of young, untried players.Former Tottenham boss Pochettino still has more than a year left on his contract and has no intention of walking away. He also retains the backing of the club.Chelsea season ticket holder Dan Silver said: “Mauricio has polarised opinion among the fans. The Spurs connection is always going to make it difficult for him.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“It’s another frustrating season and ambivalence would be the best word to describe the feelings towards him I think.“But we don’t have a divine right to win stuff. We are scoring more goals than last season and there is still the chance of another cup final and the possibility of European football next season.”Chelsea have seven days to regroup after a mixed week in which they lost the Carabao Cup final, got through to the FA Cup quarter finals and then had to come from behind to salvage a point against struggling Brentford.Keeper Djordje Petrovic said: “We feel the pain from this result because we want to win every game and it’s off the back of a tough week, following the defeat in the Carabao Cup final.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”After that game at Wembley, we needed to get back to winning ways and we found that extra motivation and energy against Leeds. We had a good result and we wanted to do that again against Brentford.“These are things we can learn from. The final was a good experience even though it wasn’t the end result we wanted. We are a young team and it was a good lesson for us, to improve on next time.Chelsea’s ‘billion pound bottle jobs’ MUST stick with Pochettino“We have big games coming up in both the Premier League and the FA Cup and there is still so much for us to achieve this season.”Chelsea face Newcastle in the Premier League next before they take on Leicester in the FA Cup quarter finals. More

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      Chelsea in RELEGATION ZONE of Premier League second half table.. but which title-chasers are kings of the late game?

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      CHELSEA are in the Premier League RELEGATION ZONE based on second-half goals scored this season.The Blues have endured a dismal campaign as they sit 11th in the table despite spending £1BILLION over the past 18 months.Chelsea have been dismal in the second half of Premier League games this seasonCredit: RexLiverpool scored late yet again on Saturday afternoonCredit: GettyThe Premier League table based on first-half goals scoredYet it could be even worse for Mauricio Pochettino’s side if they had started matches in the same manner they are finishing them.According to SoccerSTATS.com, only Burnley and Sheffield United have fewer points than Chelsea based on goals scored in the second halves of Premier League games.The 2021 Champions League winners, who led Brentford 1-0 at half-time on Saturday but went on to draw 2-2, would have just 24 points if first-half goals were discounted – 12 fewer than their actual tally.Yet despite impressing more in the opening 45 minutes of matches, they are still down in eighth on that metric too.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSurprisingly, the fastest starters are Aston Villa – who are top of the table with 47 points from first-half performances.Premier League leaders Liverpool are six points adrift of Unai Emery’s men before the break… but they come into their own in the second period.Jurgen Klopp’s men earned another dramatic late win on Saturday as Darwin Nunez’s 99th-minute goal handed them a 1-0 win away at Nottingham Forest.And it is The Reds’ late shows that are proving the difference at this stage of the campaign.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSLiverpool are on 64 POINTS when accounting for second halves, 23 more than they would have picked up before the break.Arsenal are also more impressive as matches head into the later stages, while Tottenham climb from fifth to third thanks to goals after the break.’Chelsea are failures, Gary Neville was right’ Crystal Palace Youtuber Dee Kurnaz has his say on The Sun’s Tap InBy contrast, defending champions Manchester City drop from second to fourth from the first half to second half tables.And rivals Manchester United have suffered a similar fate in the second halves of games.Erik ten Hag’s men saw an impressive 10-year record come to an end on Sunday as they spurned a first-half lead to lose 3-1 to Pep Guardiola’s side at the Etihad.And the game typified the pattern of their performances this season as they are down in 12th when it comes to second-half displays.The Premier League table based on second-half goals scored More

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      Arsenal legend became kitman’s worst nightmare with bizarre requests including Vaseline on his flip-flops

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      ARSENAL legend Freddie Ljungberg became the Gunners kitman’s worst nightmare and prewarned Celtic of his “high maintenance”.The Swedish icon thrived under Arsene Wenger in North London but former Celtic star Charlie Mulgrew has revealed that there was more than meets the eye with the star.Freddie Ljungberg was ‘high maintenance’ at Arsenal according to the kitmanCredit: PACeltic star Charlie Mulgrew revealed the Gunners kitman prewarned the Scottish side of LjungbergCredit: Kenny RamsayLjungberg, 46, had a glittering career at the Gunners being a versatile player who was a key man during Wenger’s golden years at the club.But according to Mulgrew the kitman at Arsenal did not enjoy accommodating the former winger during his nine-year spell.And he even contacted the Scottish side’s kitman to alert him about the player’s demands.Mulgrew told Clyde One’s Superscoreboard: “He was really high maintenance, Freddie Ljungberg. READ MORE ON ARSENAL”I spoke to the kitman at Celtic and the Arsenal kitman actually phoned him and said ‘You do not know what you’re getting yourself in for here, Freddie Ljungberg is so high maintenance’.”Arsenal snatched Ljungberg from Halmstad for £3million in 1998 and went on to make 216 appearances and won two league titles, three FA Cups and a Community Shield.But former defender Mulgrew even revealed the bizarre requests Ljungberg would ask for.He continued: “Within a couple of days he asked for a couple of flip-flops that don’t get wet… there you go. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Obviously, all flip flops are water-proof but he wanted ones that were ultra-waterproof. “I don’t know, maybe sealed, with Vaseline over the top of them. That’s what he asked for. You should have seen the amount of stuff he had at his place in the dressing room.”I slide tackled Arsene Wenger and Thierry Henry on my Arsenal trial – I couldn’t believe manager’s reactionThe ex-Sweden international spent time at West Ham, Seattle Sounders and Chicago Fire before heading to Celtic.He joined the Scottish Premiership side on a free transfer after impressing the Bhoys after a one-week trial.But thankfully for the kitman Ljungberg only lasted eight months at the club before making a move to Japan to sign with Shimizu S-Pulse.Again Ljungberg spent less than a year in Japan before hanging up his boots.However, he decided to make a comeback in 2014 as part of the Indian Super League making just four appearances for Mumbai City before finally calling it quits on his career.He then returned to North London to manage the youth teams and was most recently an assistant coach and interim head coach of Arsenal. More

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      On-loan Premier League goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell rushed to hospital after suffering horror injury

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      BAILEY PEACOCK-FARRELL was taken to hospital yesterday after suffering a horror cut during a match.The Burnley goalkeeper, 27, has spent this season on loan at Danish side AGF.Bailey Peacock-Farrell shared a snap from his hospital bedCredit: INSTAGRAM / @bailey_pfThe goalkeeper, 27, suffered a brutal cutCredit: INSTAGRAM / @bailey_pfDuring a match with Odense, the Northern Ireland international endured brutal injuries to his head and nose.After the game, Peacock-Farrell shared a series of snaps to his Instagram account, including one from his hospital bed.In another, he showed off a gruesome cut on the top of his head.He captioned his post: “Some stitches, broken nose and a little less hair on top. Perks of being a GK.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Thanks for all the kind messages. Enjoy the swipe.”Peacock-Farrell subsequently received plenty of well-wishes on social media.One fan commented: “Owch. Get well soon Bailey. Really hope to see your back at Burnley. We need you massively.”While a second wrote: “Tough guy, hope you’re back on the field in no time.”Most read in FootballSheffield Wednesday ace Liam Palmer added: “Speedy recovery mate.”And fellow members of the goalkeeper’s union also wished him well, with West Brom stopper Alex Palmer writing: “Jesus! Recover well mate.”Footballers you didn’t know were related from Premier League icons to Lionel MessiWhile Blackburn’s Aynsley Pears added: “Rest up mate All the best.”Peacock-Farrell began his career at Leeds as a teenager, going on to make 41 appearances for the Whites.He subsequently moved to Burnley in 2019, making 24 appearances for the Clarets in total and helping them to last season’s Championship title.Following Vincent Kompany’s acquisition of James Trafford last summer, Peacock-Farrell moved to AGF on loan.Peacock-Farrell joined Danish side AGF on loan last summerCredit: Getty More