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      Newcastle star Allan Saint-Maximin wanted by AC Milan in summer transfer with chiefs ‘on the move’ for winger

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      NEWCASTLE star Allan Saint-Maximin is reportedly a transfer target for AC Milan. The Serie A giants are considering a move for Saint-Maximin if they lose Rafael Leao in the summer.
      Allan Saint-Maximin is a transfer target for AC MilanCredit: Rex
      According to TuttoMercatoWeb, Milan are already “on the move” looking for Leao’s replacement.
      The Portuguese forward wants to stay in Milan, but there has been no progress in negotiations for a new contract.
      With the 23-year-old’s deal expiring in 2024, Milan could be forced into a sale – boosting Chelsea’s transfer hopes.
      Consequently, the Rossoneri have identified potential replacements.
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      Saint-Maximin is joined on the list by Club Brugge’s Noa Lang.
      Milan enquired about Saint-Maximin last summer, with the Frenchman revealing his frustrations over exit talk in an interview last month.
      A hamstring injury at the end of August stunted a promising start to the season where he had scored once and assisted twice.
      Since returning to fitness the 25-year-old has found starting opportunities limited, partly due to Eddie Howe using Joelinton at left wing.
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      However, he did start the Carabao Cup final and impressed against Manchester United’s Diogo Dalot.
      But the half-time introduction of Aaron Wan-Bissaka changed the complexion of the duel and kept the Frenchman more muzzled.
      Saint-Maximin joined the Magpies from Nice in 2019.
      He has scored 13 times and added 19 assists in 115 games, and was recently named as one of the Premier League’s best dribblers. More

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      Watch Tammy Abraham’s incredible reaction to Roma screamer – but Mourinho doesn’t bat an eyelid

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      JOSE MOURINHO and Tammy Abraham had VERY different reactions to Roma’s stunning winner over Juventus.The Giallorossi beat Juve 1-0 on Sunday in a crucial Serie A clash at the Olimpico thanks to Gianluca Mancini’s screamer on 53 minutes.
      Roma boss Jose Mourinho and Tammy Abraham reacted differently to the win over Juventus
      Tammy Abraham celebrated but Jose Mourinho didn’t bat an eyelid
      Bryan Cristante found Mancini who fired a powerful shot from 25 yards that gave Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny no chance.
      The home fans broke into joy in the stands.
      But the Roma dugout was a different story.
      Mourinho was getting ready to bring ex-Chelsea ace Abraham on just moments before Mancini’s screamer.
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      The former Manchester United boss was in discussion with his assistant about their next move while also scribbling into his notepad.
      Once Mancini hit Szczesny’s bottom right corner, Abraham absolutely popped and started running towards his team-mate to celebrate.
      But Mourinho didn’t bat an eyelid and just glanced at the pitch before returning to his notebook.
      Roma’s 1-0 win was a major victory in their chase for second place in the Serie A table.
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      Roma are fourth with the same points as reigning Italian champions AC Milan below them.
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      The Romans are one point below local rivals Lazio and third place.
      Mourinho’s side are a mere three points away from second-placed Inter Milan.
      Juventus, on the other hand, are currently eighth after being slapped with a 15-point deduction earlier this year.
      The Turin giants were accused of inflating transfer fees in dealings with other Italian clubs over three seasons to create millions of pounds in “capital gains” for tax purposes. More

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      Arsenal set for £5.9million windfall with Mikel Arteta’s first-ever Gunners transfer set to quit club

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      ARSENAL manager Mikel Arteta’s first ever signing is set to be sold in the summer transfer window, reports suggest.The Gunners’ sporting director Edu is already in the process of trimming the first-team squad and raise funds ahead of next season.
      Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta could see his first ever signing leave in the summerCredit: Getty
      Arsenal loanee Pablo Mari has stood out at Monza and may command a £5.9m feeCredit: Getty
      According to Football London, Pablo Mari, who is currently on loan at Monza, poses as a highly likely candidate to depart from the Emirates.
      And the Gunners appear set for a £5.9million windfall from a possible deal involving Mari.
      An agreement is highly likely but talks will only take place if Monza avoid the drop.
      However, Raffaele Palladino’s side appear safe as they are currently 10th with 14 points separating them from the relegation zone.
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      Therefore, Mari is among the Arsenal loanees that could command a transfer fee in the summer along with Nicolas Pepe, Folarin Balogun and Nuno Tavares, who currently play at Lille, Reims and Marseille respectively.
      The Spaniard was Arteta’s first ever signing back in January 2020 when he arrived on loan from Flamengo.
      The centre-back signed a permanent deal six months later but failed to break into the Spanish tactician’s line-up and was shipped out on loan at Udinese in January 2022.
      The 29-year-old stayed at the Stadio Friuli for six months and was then loaned out to Monza where he has since been going from strength to strength.
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      Mari hit the ground running upon his arrival at the Stadio Brianteo in August.
      The defender’s momentum was cut short in October when he fell victim to a deadly knife attack in a supermarket near Milan that left one dead and five others injured.
      The ex-Manchester City player underwent surgery and had two muscles repaired.
      But Mari returned to action less than two months later after the incident and has since continued to impress in Palladino’s backline. More

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      Man Utd ‘want Tammy Abraham to solve striking woes but transfer could be scuppered due to £71m Chelsea clause’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are interested in Roma star Tammy Abraham but the transfer could be scuppered due to a Chelsea clause, according to reports. The Red Devils are expected to be in the market for a striker this summer and they have been tracking the man with seven goals this season.
      Tammy Abraham is wanted by Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Claims from The Athletic suggest that Man Utd scouts have been in regular attendance at the Stadio Olimpico.
      However, Chelsea also have an interest in bringing their former striker back to the club.
      When Abraham was initially sold to Roma for £34million, then Blues director of football Marina Granovskaia negotiated a £71million buy-back clause.
      Chelsea also have to be told if another club comes in for the English striker, meaning they have first refusal on him.
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      Any decision could be influenced by what they decide to do with Romelu Lukaku, who is currently on loan at Inter Milan.
      Roma are battling financial fair play rules after breaching regulations in the 2020/21 campaign.
      They supposedly “may have to consider sacrifices” but don’t have to sell Abraham, with an agreement not possible for under £70million.
      That means he will still be a cheaper option for United than Napoli ace Victor Osimhen, who is valued at over £100million.
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      Jose Mourinho’s side sit fourth in the Serie A table and qualification for next season’s Champions League will strengthen their position when it comes to trying to keep Abraham.
      The centre-forward enjoyed a fine first season in Italy, netting 27 goals in 53 appearances to help his team win the Conference League.
      But the 25-year-old, who became a father for the first time last week, has seen his goals dry up this term.
      He since missed out on earning a place in England’s World Cup squad. More

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      Everton flop Moise Kean sent off 40 SECONDS after being subbed on for Juventus as he kicks Roma ace Mancini

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      EVERTON flop Moise Kean was sent off 40 SECONDS after coming on for Juventus in Sunday’s 1-0 loss at Roma.The Italy striker kicked out wildly at matchwinner Gianluca Mancini 20 seconds after arriving in the 89th minute – and departed after another 20 secs.

      Juventus frontman Moise Kean came on after 89 minutes and didn’t even last until stoppage time as he saw red in Roma’s crucial victory

      Kean, 23, had replaced Colombian wideman Juan Cuadrado as Juve piled on the pressure for an equaliser.
      And that desperate last-ditch move from boss Max Allegri promptly became even more despairing.
      Kean instantly saw red for lashing out at defender Mancini, who had cracked a stunning decider for Jose Mourinho’s Roma on 53 minutes.
      Mancini seemed to drag the tumbling Kean in a bizarre tangle as Juventus attacked down the left.
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      The frontman responded by booting the home hero up the backside.
      And although Mancini collapsed in ridiculous fashion, clutching his leg as if shot, Kean had to go. And he duly did.
      One fan posted of Mancini’s reaction: “Love that pause before the guy remembers to fall over
      Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba had also come on as Juve turned up the pressure but failed to find an equaliser.
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      Defeat left Allegri’s men eighth, although they would be behind only Napoli if they hadn’t picked up a 15-point penalty.
      Early on, Juve midfielder Adrien Rabiot’s header was tipped onto a post by Roma keeper Rui Patricio in a cautious first half.
      Mancini’s marvellous moment from 25 yards then provided the only goal of the game.
      But Cuadrado’s free kick hit a post, Angel Di Maria forced Patricio into a one-handed save and a corner also hit the woodwork.
      Stages of acceptance after scoring a worldie, ft. Gianluca Mancini: 𝟭: Look around, make sure you’ve scored. 𝟮: Puff your cheeks to get hyped.𝟯: Start your celebration.𝟰: Take flight 🛫 pic.twitter.com/0xD4HJ4CzX— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) March 5, 2023 More

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      Chelsea star Ruben Loftus-Cheek wanted in £25m transfer by AC Milan with talks ‘already underway’ for midfielder

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      AC MILAN are reportedly interested in signing Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek.The 27-year-old is set to fall down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge when the summer transfer window opens, with Graham Potter and Todd Boehly looking to introduce some more additions to the first team.
      AC Milan want to sign Loftus-CheekCredit: Getty
      He has less than 18 months remaining on his current deal, so Blues chiefs are willing to cash-in on him if an appropriate offer is made.
      Various clubs have expressed an interest in signing him in recent months, including Crystal Palace and Lazio.
      But AC Milan have already opened talks with Chelsea over a potential switch, according to CalcioMercato.
      The Italian outlet reports that Milan boss Stefano Pioli wants to sign Loftus-Cheek as a replacement for out-of-favour midfielder Aster Vranckx.
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      But the Rossoneri will have to match Chelsea’s £25million valuation.
      If Loftus-Cheek did decide to make the switch to Italy, he will join former Blues team-mate Fikayo Tomori at the San Siro.
      Tomori signed a permanent deal with AC Milan in June 2021 after spending six months at the club on loan.
      He has since helped the club to a Serie A title.
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      Loftus-Cheek has made 23 appearances across all competitions for Chelsea this season.
      The Blues currently sit 10th in the Premier League table, 19 points adrift of league leaders Arsenal. More

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      Napoli wonderkid Kvaratskhelia’s agent reveals which club star wants to join as transfer race hots up

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      NAPOLI star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s agent has revealed his the star’s preferred transfer if he were to leave the club would be to Real Madrid.Kvaratskhelia has made headlines around the world this season as he has scored 12 goals and bagged 15 assists in 26 matches across all competitions.
      Napoli star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s agent revealed his client’s favourite suitorCredit: Rex
      Kvaratskhelia is a fan of Real Madrid, who are targeting the Napoli aceCredit: Rex
      That has led to interest from the likes of Newcastle, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and the winger’s favourite club Real ahead of the summer transfer window.
      The Georgia international’s agent Mamuka Jugheli suggested the reigning Spanish champions have the advantage in the ongoing bidding war.
      That is because the 22-year-old is a lifelong “Madridista”, even though his rep and father are big Barcelona fans.
      However, Kvaratskhelia remains focused on the Partenopei amid a stunning campaign for Luciano Spalletti’s men.
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      Jugheli told Geo Team: “His father and I are Barca fans, but Kvara loves Real Madrid.
      “If I see him in a Barca shirt I’ll be happy, but he’s Madridista.
      “Napoli director asks me not to be in a hurry — Kvara likes everything in Napoli.”
      This comes after Kvaratskhelia’s suitors were handed a major blow in their bid to land the scintillating forward.
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      That is because Napoli will sit down with his representatives at the end of the campaign and offer a deal worth £2.2million-a-season, plus bonuses, until 2028.
      That sum works out at around £42,000-a-week before add-ons.
      The Georgian has been tremendously influential at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona with the Serie A giants on course for their first title in 33 years.
      Spalletti’s men are 18 points clear from second-placed Inter Milan and set for the Champions League quarter-finals after winning 2-0 at Eintracht Frankfurt in the Last 16. More

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      Jose Mourinho ‘BOOS Lazio U14 player and tells Roma kids to feign injury’ at youth derby

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      JOSE MOURINHO was accused of BOOING a Lazio Under-14 player and telling Roma’s youngsters to feign injuries.The Roma manager, 60, has never been far from controversy throughout his 23-year managerial career.
      Jose Mourinho reportedly got himself involved at the Roma-Lazio U14 derbyCredit: Rex
      The Special One posed for a photo with the victorious Roma youngsters
      The Portuguese was sent off for the third time this season on Tuesday night as his side lost to Cremonese.
      And Italian newspaper Il Messaggero via Corriere della Sera report he was causing further problems two days earlier at Sunday’s youth Rome derby, which he watched with fellow coaches and some first-team players.
      It is alleged Mourinho booed Lazio kid Alexandru Milou from behind the benches as he stepped up to take a penalty.
      He also reportedly ordered the Roma academy talents to dive and pretend they are hurt or cramping in an attempt to waste time while leading 2-1 in the closing stages.
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      A Lazio news site, VoceLAzio, added that Mourinho and senior Roma squad players “assumed an attitude that goes against the lines of respect and sportsmanship” and accused them of “shameful gestures”.
      Lazio are said to be furious with Mourinho’s behaviour and coach Tobia Assumma apparently confronted the ex-Chelsea and Manchester United boss to tell him: “No mister, this is not done.”
      The first-team manager then posed for photos in the dressing room with the victorious Roma rising stars.
      Within 48 hours, Mourinho was in hot water again as he saw red.
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      Cremonese won their first Serie A match in 27 years against Roma, who missed out on the chance to move into the top four and Champions League places.
      And the fiery Special One blew his top at the officials before being sent to the stands after the minnows’ 17th-minute opener.
      However, Mourinho is now considering legal action against fourth official Marco Serra, who is alleged to have told the Roma boss to “mind your own f***ing business” and “go home” during the explosive touchline bust-up.
      Mourinho said: “I am emotional, but not crazy. In order to react the way I did, something had to happen first.
      “I need to understand if I can take any legal action. [Referee Marco] Piccinini gave me a red card, because unfortunately the fourth official does not have the capacity to understand what he said to me.
      “I want to find out if there is an audio recording. I don’t want to get into the fact that Serra is from Turin and on Sunday we are playing against Juventus.”
      Mourinho continued: “For the first time in my career, a fourth official spoke to me in the most incredible way. It was unjustifiable.
      “At the end of the game, I went to speak to them. Piccinini, who was the fourth official in the last game when I was sent off, told me to apologise to Serra.
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      “I told Serra he should have the courage to explain what happened, but he had memory problems.”
      SunSport has contacted Roma for a response to the allegations of Mourinho’s behaviour. More