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      Ex-Arsenal and Man Utd star Alexis Sanchez has contract terminated by Inter Milan ahead of free transfer to Marseille

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      ALEXIS SANCHEZ has had his contract terminated at Inter Milan ahead of a free transfer to Marseille. The 33-year-old’s three year stay at the San Siro is over after he and the club ended his contract by mutual agreement.
      Alexis Sanchez was a big hit with Arsenal fans when he arrived at the Emirates in 2014Credit: AFP
      He is now free to pursue a move to France, despite proving to be useful part of Inter’s title-chasing squad last season.
      Inter confirmed online that they were ending the contract with Sanchez.
      They announced on their club website: “FC Internazionale Milano can confirm that an agreement has been reached to terminate Chilean forward Alexis Sanchez’s contract by mutual consent.
      “The Club would like to wholeheartedly thank Alexis for these last three seasons, in which the Nerazzurri won three major honours, and we wish him all the best for his future career.”
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      The attacker is now expected to join Marseille and their new, fiery boss Igor Tudor.
      Sanchez’s first season at Inter was on loan where he chipped in four goals and got eight assists in 22 games.
      In their title-winning 2020-21 campaign, he scored seven and assisted five as Inter finished 12 points clear of rivals AC Milan.
      Even last season he still contributed heavily and made 27 league appearances as Inter finished 2nd.
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      The move to Marseille is just the latest chapter of Sanchez’s long career.
      After five years at Udinese, he moved to Barcelona in 2011.
      He scored 39 goals in 88 games during his time at the Nou Camp.
      The Chilean then took the Premier League by storm after a 2014 move to Arsenal as he rumbled defences with his sharp, direct movement.
      He then joined Manchester United in 2018 but failed to make the same impact, scoring only 3 goals in his two years at Old Trafford.
      Sanchez is the latest high-profile star to have his contract terminated following on from Aaron Ramsey last month. More

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      Watch Paulo Dybala with the worst corner of all-time in Roma’s friendly thumping of Shakhtar Donetsk

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      PAULO DYBALA made his second appearance for Roma at the weekend… but, it didn’t go entirely to plan.The 28-year-old was named in the starting line-up for Roma’s final pre-season friendly against Shakhtar Donetsk on Sunday.
      Dybala made his second appearance for Roma on SundayCredit: Getty

      However, just three minutes into the game he made a huge blunder.
      Dybala stepped up to take a corner, but before he could make the kick he scuffed the floor with his boot.
      This sent the ball rolling straight back off the pitch and out for a goal kick, much to the disappointment of the Roma players waiting for the delivery.
      Fans took to Twitter to react to the awful error, with one person jokingly referencing his amazing unveiling: “So that’s why they were quite so excited he’d signed!”
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      Dybala scuffed the floor while taking the cornerCredit: Twitter.com / @MaxRushden
      Another added: “Dybala had the entire city of Rome greet him just to scuff one of the worst corners you’ve ever seen.”
      But, despite the early error, Roma went on to win the game 5-0.
      Dybala joined Roma in a free transfer last month after leaving Juventus in June.
      He made a huge impact upon his arrival, breaking a record number of shirt sales previously set by Cristiano Ronaldo when he joined Juventus in 2018.
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      He was also greeted by tens of thousands of supporters at a spine-tingly unveiling.
      After signing a three-year deal with the Europa Conference League champions, he said: “The days that led me to this signing were a combination of many emotions: the determination and the speed with which Roma showed they wanted me made the difference.
      “I am joining a growing team, with a club that continues to lay ever more solid foundations for the future and a coach, Jose Mourinho, with whom it is a privilege to be able to work.”
      Dybala is no stranger to Italian football, having scored 115 goals in 293 appearances for Juventus.
      He won five consecutive Serie A titles and helped the club to the 2017 Champions League Final, so he will be considered a crucial asset for the upcoming season.
      Dybala’s incredible unveiling saw thousands of fans come out to welcome himCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd have £9m transfer bid for Marko Arnautovic rejected by Bologna after making shock swoop for ex-West Ham striker

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly had a £9million transfer offer rejected for Marko Arnautovic. The Red Devils kick off their season today against Brighton, but their pre-season has been marred by the gargantuan saga of Cristiano Ronaldo’s future.
      Arnautovic scored 14 league goals for Bologna last seasonCredit: Getty
      With the legendary forward wanting to leave, United have been shopping around for firepower this window, and landed on former West Ham star Arnautovic.
      Reports earlier this week indicated The Red Devils were lining up a shock bid for the 33-year-old.
      However, it has now been revealed by journalist Gianluca Di Marzio that United have submitted an offer for him.
      But current club Bologna have rejected a £9m bid.
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      The Austrian scored 14 Serie A goals for them last season, so it is understandable why they would be reluctant to let him go.
      Premier League fans will be all-to-familiar with Arnautovic, with him spending six years in English football at Stoke City and West Ham.
      The attacker scored just 22 times for Stoke in 145 games, with his creative side being more potent throughout his time at The Potters.
      His record at West Ham was far more impressive, contributing 40 goals in 65 games.
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      Arnautovic left West Ham in 2019 in favour of the Chinese Super League, before returning to Europe with Bologna last season.
      United boss Erik ten Hag, who has placed Ronaldo on the bench for his first-ever game against Brighton, knows Arnautovic well.
      The pair worked together at Dutch side FC Twente between 2006 and 2009. More

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      Man Utd hold talks of £6.8m Marko Arnautovic transfer as Erik ten Hag lines up shock swoop for ex-West Ham striker

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have made a surprise move to land former West Ham striker Marko Arnautovic.The Red Devils are desperate to land a new central striker and have earmarked the 33-year-old Austrian who is currently with Bologna.
      Arnautovic scored 14 league goals for Bologna last seasonCredit: Getty
      A move worth around £6.8million has been discussed by the two clubs but a deal has yet to be agreed.
      Not surprisingly, Arnautovic is believed to be keen to be reunited with Erik Ten Hag at Old Trafford.
      The pair previously worked together at FC Twente when current United No2 Steve McClaren was in charge.
      He went on to play for Stoke and West Ham in the Premier League before moving to China in 2019 and he then went to Italy last season.
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      Ten Hag refused to confirm the story, saying: “I don’t go into names, it is pre-season, maybe 250 players have been linked with Manchester United so that is it.
      “We have two strikers, maybe a third with Marcus Rashford – but he had a really good pre=season on the left side.”
      It is understood if Arnautovic does move to United, it would be as a squad player rather than a regular starter.
      United have also spoken to RB Salzburg about a move for Benjamin Sesko although the Austrian side are reluctant to let their teenage forward go.
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      And they are keeping tabs on former Manchester City wide man Leroy Sane, whose future at Bayern Munich looks increasingly uncertain.
      With Anthony Martial injured and Cristiano Ronaldo not considered match fit, Ten Hag chose to play new boy Christian Eriksen as a false nine in the opening day defeat to Brighton. More

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      Brentford close in on Mikkel Damsgaard swoop from Sampdoria with star set to ‘undergo medical’ ahead of £12.6m transfer

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      BRENTFORD have reached an agreement to sign Mikkel Damsgaard, according to reports.The Danish midfielder has been in talks to sign for Brentford, and personal terms have now finally been agreed between the two parties.
      Mikkel Damsgaard celebrates scoring against England at Euro 2020Credit: PA
      Damsgaard in action for SampdoriaCredit: Getty
      Fabrizio Romano has reported Damsgaard will make his way to England next week to complete his medical and finalise the deal.
      Brentford will pay £12.6million to Serie A side Sampdoria to sign him.
      Damsgaard has previously been linked with Liverpool and Tottenham, with his performances at Euro 2020 drawing attention.
      The 22-year-old scored a stunning free-kick for Denmark in the semi-final against England and subsequently drew interest from a number of Premier League clubs.
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      However, with a reported fee of £30m, no moves ended up happening at the time.
      Now a year on, Brentford are set to bring him into the club for far less.
      The deal will represent the fifth signing of the window for Thomas Frank’s side.
      The Bees have already completed deals for Arsenal-linked Aaron Hickey and Keane-Lewis Potter for a combined £34m.
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      They have also signed veteran defender Ben Mee and beat off interest from Manchester United to sign goalkeeper Thomas Strakosha on free transfers.
      Damsgaard will likely enter the Brentford Community Stadium as a replacement for Christian Eriksen, who joined Man United on a free after his short-term deal with Brentford expired. More

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      Man Utd ‘consider shock transfer move for ex-West Ham man Arnautovic’ as Bologna striker, 33, eyes Premier League return

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly considering a move for ex-West Ham forward Marko Arnautovic.The 33-year-old has scored 15 goals in 34 appearances for Serie A side Bologna since arriving in Italy at the start of last season.
      Arnautovic is currently playing for Bologna in Serie ACredit: Getty
      He joined the Italian outfit after three years in China with Shanghai Port.
      The Austrian, who has been capped 102 times by his country, signed for the Chinese Super League club following spells in the Premier League with Stoke and West Ham – where he netted 22 times in 65 games.
      But now he could be set for a sensational return to England as Man Utd are linked with a move for him.
      According to Gazzetta, the Red Devils are looking for a striker and Arnautovic is “fascinated” by another spell in the Prem.
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      As a result, he could well be the man to replace Cristiano Ronaldo if the Portuguese superstar departs this summer.
      Ronaldo has made it clear his desire to leave Old Trafford in search of Champions League football.
      If that is the case, Erik ten Hag will be keen to replace him.
      United have already been hit with a striker crisis ahead of their opening Premier League game on Sunday.
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      Anthony Martial suffered an injury during a friendly with Atletico Madrid last week and has been ruled out of this weekend’s clash.
      So their options up front are either Marcus Rashford or an unhappy Ronaldo.
      United host Brighton at Old Trafford as they bid to make a winning start to life under new Dutch manager Ten Hag. More

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      Former Arsenal and Chelsea star Nicolas Anelka is ‘ashamed’ of nightmare spell at Juventus after transfer in 2013

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      NICOLAS ANELKA has played for some of the biggest clubs in the world, but he admits he got it wrong at Juventus.After a career that spanned France, England, Turkey, China and India, the former striker has described his stint in Italy as the worst of his career.
      Anelka rued the fact all his appearances came away from TurinCredit: PA:Press Association
      Signing on a six-month loan from Shanghai Shenhua in January 2013, Anelka played just three times and failed to score as the Bianconeri won the league.
      Speaking to TuttoJuve in 2019, the Frenchman, now 43, said: “I had decided to accept Juve because it is a great club, with a good history and also because they were leading Serie A.
      “Unfortunately, this will remain my worst experience [in football] since I only played 45 minutes and I never wore the shirt at Juventus Stadium in front of the fans.
      “Honestly, when someone talks to me about Juventus I try to change the subject immediately… I’m ashamed of that transfer!
      “I played and scored for all the teams I signed for, except Juve.
      “So without disrespecting that great team, it cannot be said that I was their player because of how that experience went.”
      The forward spent the first couple of months on Juve’s bench, all three outings coming off the bench, before injury took him out of a chunk of the run-in.
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      Few footballers can boast the trophy cabinet of Anelka, who added the Scudetto to his CV despite the quiet Juventus spell.
      He also won league titles with Arsenal, Fenerbahce and Chelsea, a Champions League with Real Madrid, and Euro 2000 with France.
      Now retired, Anelka wants to pursue a career in coaching having tried his hand at working with Ligue 1 side Lille’s academy.
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      The Parisian noted back in 2020: “I have just finished working for Lille, I was the attacking coach.
      “It was a wonderful experience.
      “This year I have passed my qualifications and I can finally become a coach.”
      But last year said the only club he would ever manage would be PSG.
      The 42-year-old accumulated £108m in transfer fees during his careerCredit: AFP

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      Thierry Henry ‘set to become shareholder at Italian side Como’ and reunite with fellow Arsenal legend Cesc Fabregas

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      THIERRY HENRY is set to become a shareholder in Serie B side Como.The development comes just days after former team-mate Cesc Fabregas joined the Italian side on a two-year deal.
      Thierry Henry is set to become a shareholder in ComoCredit: Reuters
      Cesc Fabregas has become a co-owner of Como but has signed a two-year deal as a playerCredit: Getty
      Fabregas sealed a move to Como after leaving Monaco on a free transfer over the summer, describing his final injury-riddled year with the club as the “worst year of my life.”
      And as part of his deal in joining Como, he became a shareholder in the club.
      Now Henry is set to reunite with the Spaniard once again and join him as a shareholder of the club, as reported by Gianluca Di Marzio.
      According to Di Marzio, Henry will travel to Como in the coming days to announce his decision to become a shareholder.
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      The Serie B side have been building a promising project since 2017.
      Como were relegated to Serie D over financial issues ahead of the 2017/18 season but were reborn after being taken over by Indonesian company Djarum Group.
      Ex-Chelsea star Dennis Wise was appointed as CEO of the project shortly after, and he has overseen the club’s rise back up to Serie B – a league they had not been in since the 2015/16 season.
      Last season the Lariani finished 13th in Serie B and will be hoping additions such as Fabregas could help them push for promotion.
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      Como, based in Italy’s stunning Lombardy region, have not tasted Serie A football in over 20 years.
      Since retiring in 2015, Henry has moved into football punditry.
      He makes regular appearances on Sky Sports and on CBS on Champions League nights.
      He is also an assistant manager for the Belgian national team, and has had short spells of coaching with Monaco and Montreal.
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      Henry, now 44, won 19 trophies as a footballer including the World Cup in 1998 and an Invincible Premier League title with Arsenal.
      The Frenchman scored 360 goals over a glittering 22-year career which included clubs such as Arsenal, Barcelona and Juventus. More