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      Jose Mourinho ‘looking to raid Tottenham for FOUR stars including Hojbjerg and Dier transfers for Roma this summer’

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      JOSE MOURINHO could follow in Antonio Conte’s footsteps and revamp his Roma squad with Premier League stars.Former Chelsea boss Conte won this season’s Serie A with Inter Milan thanks in part to his raid on the English top-flight.
      Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is among the Tottenham stars tipped to interest RomaCredit: Getty
      Jose Mourinho may also seek to do a deal for Eric Dier in the summerCredit: Kevin Quigley-The Daily Mail
      And recently-sacked Tottenham coach Mourinho is reportedly considering a similar transfer spree ahead of his move to Roma.
      As many as four of his Spurs favourites, along with an old Manchester United star, are said to be on his radar.
      According to Football.London, Erik Lamela and Lucas Moura are both liked by the 58-year-old but his successor in North London may be against a sale.
      Eric Dier and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg are also named by Corriere dello Sport as possible recruits.
      Mourinho was hammered by some Tottenham fans for keeping faith with England international Dier.
      While the addition of Hojbjerg was a rare plus point for the Portuguese coach and he reportedly remains a big fan of the midfielder.
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      The report also outlines the Giallorossi’s plans for a new goalkeeper with Juan Musso, Alex Meret, Pierluigi Gollini and Alessio Cragno all eyed.
      Adding fresh energy to the attack will be another key aspect of the club’s summer and Torino star Andrea Belotti has been linked.
      Transfer funds will not be in huge abundance for the new Roma boss and Juan Mata is another tipped to be of interest, ahead of his Manchester United contract expiring.
      Justin Kluivert and Cengiz Under could also be reintroduced following loan spells in 2020-21.

      The Stadio Olimpico side face the Red Devils in the Europa League semi-final second leg on Thursday, their first game since Paulo Fonseca’s summer departure was announced.
      Down 6-2 on aggregate, Roma may find themselves out of Europe next season as they cling onto seventh place in Serie A.
      Mourinho is reportedly preparing to freshen up the club’s backroom staff with midfield legend Daniele De Rossi touted to join once he completes his coaching badges.
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      Everton and Chelsea ‘offered shock Wojciech Szczesny transfer’ while Juventus eye AC Milan star Donnarumma

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      WOJCIECH SZCZESNY could make a surprise Premier League return with Everton or Chelsea, according to reports.Juventus are surveying their options in the transfer market in their quest to sign Gianluigi Donnarumma.
      Wojciech Szczesny is reportedly available for £17million this summerCredit: Getty
      Gianluigi Donnarumma is being eyed as Juventus’ new star goalkeeperCredit: AP
      The AC Milan goalkeeper, 22, is out of contract at the end of the season with negotiations on an extension progressing slowly.
      That has opened the door for long-term admirers Juve, as reported by Tuttosport.
      But the Italian would not come cheap given Donnarumma’s wage demands and the hefty fee demanded by agent Mino Raiola.
      Therefore the Bianconeri are said to be considering selling Szczesny to raise funds for the deal.
      Everton and Chelsea are named as two clubs being offered the goalkeeper for around £17million.
      The former Arsenal shot-stopper, 31, replaced Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon as the club’s first choice between the posts after signing in 2017.
      But he could become the victim of a squad revamp following the club’s first season without a Serie A crown in ten years.
      Money is tight in Turin and the Donnarumma deal, even if Szczesny leaves, would only be possible if the team qualifies for the Champions League.
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      Thursday’s Tuttosport front page details the Old Lady’s goalkeeper plans

      Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti currently has Joao Virginia and Robin Olsen to back up Jordan Pickford.
      Chelsea signed Edouard Mendy in January following a poor run of form for record-signing Kepa Arrizabalaga.
      The Frenchman helped the Blues reach the Champions League final on Wednesday and yet Thomas Tuchel has also been linked with a move for Donnarumma amid rumours of a big summer spending spree.
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      Man Utd star Juan Mata wanted by Lazio on free transfer with Italians considering two-year offer when contract expires

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      LAZIO are considering a move for Manchester United star Juan Mata, according to reports.The Spaniard is set to be out of contract this summer, having become a bit-part player at Old Trafford.
      Juan Mata has been a bit-part player at United this seasonCredit: Getty
      Having turned 33 last month, the attacking midfielder is seeking his next opportunity – and the security of a multi-year deal.
      According to Il Tempo, Lazio could offer Mata a two-year contract – with the option of a third season on top.
      Boss Simone Inzaghi would like to sign the experienced star, having missed out on one of his compatriots last season.
      Lazio appeared all set to sign David Silva 12 months ago, upon the expiry of his contract at Manchester City.
      But the City legend performed a last minute u-turn, instead joining Real Sociedad.
      The Biancocelesti want to use Mata as a left midfielder or No10, in competition with former Liverpool ace Luis Alberto.
      Lazio are currently sixth in the Serie A table, although securing Champions League football for next season isn’t an impossibility.
      Inzaghi’s men trail fourth-placed AC Milan by five points with five matches remaining – and a crucial game in hand.
      David Silva opted to join Real Sociedad last summerCredit: EPA
      Simone Inzaghi’s side could miss out on Champions League footballCredit: EPA
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      Lazio’s run-in isn’t too difficult, although they do have a huge derby against Roma on May 15.
      Mata, meanwhile, is unlikely to play many more times for the Red Devils before the season is out.
      Since joining United for £37million back in January 2014, he has played 269 times for the club, scoring 50 goals and laying on 47 assists.
      But his appearances have dried up this term, having started only four Premier League games.
      In fact, Mata has played just two minutes of league action since December 17.
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      Man Utd ‘cannot afford Cristiano Ronaldo transfer and star wants to honour rest of Juventus contract’

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO will not return to Manchester United this summer, according to reports in Italy.The Red Devils are described as unable to afford the 36-year-old’s huge wages while the player himself has no plans to leave Juventus.
      Cristiano Ronaldo is under contract with Juventus for another yearCredit: EPA
      Rumours have circulated that he will ask to leave the Bianconeri if they fail to qualify for the Champions League, a scenario which would also leave the club struggling financially.
      Ronaldo hit both goals in the late comeback win over Udinese on Sunday, keeping them inside the top-four ahead of a huge showdown with AC Milan.
      Sport Mediaset, via CalcioMercato, have claimed that he is intent on seeing out the final year of his Juventus contract.
      The winger’s deal expires in 2022 and a huge bidding war could begin if he does signal his intention to move as a free agent.

      It is also said that United are not able to afford a deal this summer.
      Ronaldo earns around £540,000-a-week in Italy which is almost 50 per cent higher than the Red Devils’ current best-paid player, David De Gea.
      And Juventus would likely demand a chunky transfer fee if he tried to force a move.
      United are reportedly seeking a new centre-back and winger in the coming market with Jadon Sancho once again on their radar.
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      Real Madrid had been linked with a sensational swoop to bring Ronaldo back to the Bernabeu but that has been denied by the club.
      The superstar’s first team, Sporting CP, are instead tipped to secure a fairytale return.
      Reports in Portugal describe Ronaldo’s plan to return to his home country next year and see out his playing days just as they began, in Lisbon.
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      How Roma could line-up under Jose Mourinho with Erik Lamela and Nemanja Matic available for old boss in Italy

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      JOSE MOURINHO could call upon some old friends to help build his new Roma team into Serie A title contenders.Having only left Tottenham just over two weeks ago, the Portuguese coach has completed a whirlwind move to the Italian capital for next season.
      How Roma could line up under Jose Mourinho next season
      Old favourites such as Nemanja Matic could be Mourinho’s first additionsCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      The Giallorossi have been keen to highlight the 58-year-old’s ‘long term’ commitment to the project and a dramatic summer spree is unlikely.
      Owner Dan Friedkin may be worth north of £3billion but heavy club debt and Financial Fair Play will keep a cap on their immediate ambition.
      Therefore Mourinho will be expected to invest his time into the crop of youthful stars currently making their name in the Eternal City.
      Nicolo Zaniolo, 21, Lorenzo Pellegrini, 24, Marash Kumbulla, 21, and Amadou Diawara, 23, are set to form the core of the team for years to come.
      More young signings are likely to come through the door but some cash may be set aside for relatively cheap, reliable veterans to help push the side back into the Champions League.
      Mourinho could pick up some old favourites with Nemanja Matic available for his third stint under the coach for the right price and Erik Lamela tipped to leave Tottenham for around £5m in the summer.

      David Luiz is another who fits the bill when his Arsenal contract expires although Roma are already well-stocked in central defence.
      Chris Smalling was a regular under the manager at Manchester United and is the experienced head alongside emerging talents Kumbulla, Gianluca Mancini and Roger Ibanez.
      It is in attack where the new manager may seek to focus his energies amid Edin Dzeko’s continually rumoured move to Inter Milan.
      The Bosnian’s exit could lead to Borja Mayoral being made the focal point of the frontline alongside Zaniolo and a new signing.
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      Henrikh Mkhitaryan was once a favourite of Mourinho’s but is out of contract in the summer, while ex-Chelsea star Pedro’s deal runs for another year to keep him as a reasonable squad player.
      A right-back may also be sought to provide competition for the impressive Rick Karsdorp although Alessandro Florenzi may be back from a loan spell at Paris Saint-Germain if his purchase option is not enacted.
      Napoli defender Elseid Hysaj is set to become a free agent and has been linked with the club.
      Getting shot of well-paid fringe players will also be a priority with Federico Fazio, Javier Pastore and Juan Jesus potentially on their way out.
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      Tottenham will still pay Jose Mourinho £10MILLION next season… twice as much as new club Roma

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      JOSE MOURINHO was appointed Roma boss yesterday — but it will still cost Spurs £10million.The Special One landed a new job just 15 days after being sacked by Tottenham.
      Jose Mourinho will rake a big pay-off from Spurs even though he will become Roma’s manager from next seasonCredit: EPA
      He has signed a three-year deal with the Italians worth £5m a year — compared to the annual £15m he was getting at Spurs.
      But as part of his severance, the North Londoners agreed to pay him the shortfall in salary if he took another post on lower wages before the end of his contract next summer.
      That means when Mourinho takes over at the Stadio Olimpico this summer he will receive £5m from Roma and, for next season only, £10m from Tottenham.
      But Spurs have saved £5m on what they would have paid him had he not accepted another job.
      The ex-Porto, Chelsea, Inter, Real Madrid and Manchester United boss is keen to show he is not at fault nor been affected by his shock departure  after just 17 months in charge.
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      Mourinho, 58, will replace fellow Portuguese Paulo Fonseca.
      He said: “The incredible passion of the Roma fans convinced me to accept the job and I cannot wait to start next season.”
      Spurs chairman Daniel Levy and his players and staff knew nothing of Mourinho’s new job until it was announced on TV yesterday afternoon.

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      Man Utd 2017-18 squad set for Serie A reunion next season with Roma-bound Jose Mourinho joining EIGHT ex-stars in Italy

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      MANCHESTER RE-UNITED has turned Italy’s top-flight into Serie Eight – with Jose Mourinho’s move to Roma topping off the 2017-18 flashback.The former United and Chelsea boss will have plenty of frenemies close at hand after finding almost instant employment for next season following his sacking by Tottenham.
      Jose Mourinho and Zlatan Ibrahimovic were at Man Utd in 2017-18, the hitman being their matchwinner in the previous term’s EFL Cup finalCredit: Rex Features
      Man Utd old boys Chris Smalling and Henrikh Mkhitaryan have transformed their fortunes with Jose Mourinho’s upcoming new club RomaCredit: PA
      The Serie A a.k.a. The Man United 2017-2018 reunion✅ Z. Ibrahimovic ✅ C. Smalling✅ A. Young✅ M. Darmian✅ H. Mkhitaryan✅ A. Pereira✅ R. Lukaku✅ A. Sánchez✅ J. Mourinho#MUFC pic.twitter.com/b8op57SlFM— Kristof Terreur (@HLNinEngeland) May 4, 2021

      Inter Milan stars Romelu Lukaku and Ashley Young, plus Roma pair Chris Smalling and Henrikh Mkhitaryan, celebrate with Man Utd in September 2017Credit: Reuters
      In-form Roma duo Chris Smalling and especially Henrik Mkhitaryan might be wary of Mourinho’s upcoming arrival, having struggled under the Special One at Old Trafford.
      But four United old boys will be on a high – after clinching title glory with Inter Milan.
      Free-scoring Romelu Lukaku leads that quartet, with bit-part roles for Ashley Young, Matteo Darmian (on loan from Parma) and Alexis Sanchez completing the foursome.
      But star billing to the eight goes to Swedish legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic, still a strike menace aged 39 after returning to AC Milan from LA Galaxy.
      Completing the list is the one man who officially remains a United player.
      Brazil midfielder Andreas Pereira is on loan at Lazio following temporary spells in Spain with Granada and Valencia.
      The 25-year-old and Belgium superstar Lukaku, 27, are the only players of the 2017-18 vintage aged under 31.
      Mourinho’s United were runners-up to neighbours City that season, albeit 19 points drift, and also lost the FA Cup final 1-0 to Chelsea.
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      The ex-Real Madrid and Inter chief was then axed in December after United won just seven wins from their first 17 Prem games of 2018-19.
      But instead of a title push, Mourinho’s target at Roma will be Champions League spot.
      Their current seventh position seems their best realistic ambition for this term.
      Alexis Sanchez and Matteo Darmian are among eight of Man Utd’s 2017-18 squad now in Serie A, having done little to impress Jose Mourinho at the timeCredit: Reuters

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