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      Juventus want to offer Man Utd outcast Mason Greenwood fresh start in Italy and hope Paul Pogba can help seal transfer

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      JUVENTUS are ready to offer Mason Greenwood a fresh start in Italy.The Turin giants have made it clear they are very interested in giving the Manchester United striker a route back to top-level football.
      Juventus are hoping to land Man Utd misfit Mason GreenwoodCredit: AFP
      Juve will use ex-team-mate Paul Pogba to sound out a long-term loanCredit: Getty
      They have sounded out Greenwood’s camp.
      And Juventus hope a long-term loan deal can be agreed this summer.
      Milan and Roma are also keen on signing Greenwood.
      There have also been noises about a move to Turkey too.
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      But Juve hope having Paul Pogba in the squad will sway things their way.
      Greenwood’s alleged rape and assault charges were dropped in February. 
      He has not featured for United since January 2022.
      And the forward is currently training alone away from their Carrington base.
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      Greenwood, 21, still has two years left  on his £75,000-a-week contract.
      And United fear they will struggle to attract a serious fee if they opted to sell.
      That makes a long-term loan his likeliest chance of a move.
      But that’s only as long as the club Greenwood joins covers his wages. More

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      AC Milan star Theo Hernandez runs length of pitch to score stunning goal as he is labelled ‘world’s best full-back’

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      THEO HERNANDEZ was dubbed the world’s best left-back following his latest stunning solo goal.The AC Milan defender, 25, stunned team-mates, opponents and fans alike with his brilliant effort against Lazio.
      Theo Hernandez went on a stunning run from the edge of his own boxCredit: Getty
      He let fly with a rasping strike into the top cornerCredit: Getty

      Hernandez collected the ball from his goalkeeper Mike Maignan’s roll out just before the half-hour mark in today’s Serie A clash.
      The pink-haired Frenchman then burst into a marauding run, sprinting past Sergej Milinkovic-Savic with ease.
      He then motored into the Lazio half and raced towards the goal, drifting infield.
      After steadying himself in space, Hernandez picked his spot and let fly with his left foot into the top corner from 25 yards out, giving Ivan Provedel no chance in the Lazio goal before performing a celebratory dance.
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      The finish put AC 2-0 up at the San Siro, with Ismael Bennacer opening the scoring on 17 minutes.
      And that is how it finished in a major boost to the Rossoneri took a big step towards Champions League qualification.
      Supporters watching on from home were in awe of the wondergoal from Hernandez – which was very similar to his superb effort against Atalanta last year.
      One said: “Theo Hernandez is insane, what a goal. Best left-back in the world.”
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      Another wrote: “GOAL OF THE SEASON. Theo Hernandez the best left-back in the world.”
      A third added: “Theo Hernandez is the best left-back on the planet, what a ridiculous goal.”
      A fourth typed: “What a special player. Theo Hernandez is world-class.”
      And AC Milan commented: “New @TheoHernandez coast-to-coast just dropped.”
      Hernandez came through the Atletico Madrid academy alongside his brother Lucas – now at Bayern Munich – before joining city rivals Real in 2017.
      He made 23 first-team appearances for Los Blancos and then had a year on loan at Real Sociedad before completing a permanent switch to AC Milan in 2019.
      The pink-haired Frenchman was in the mood to danceCredit: Getty
      Goalkeeper Mike Maignan was delighted with his assistCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd fans go wild as club ‘enquire into Napoli sporting director’ in potential boost to Osimhen transfer chances

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have gone wild after being given a huge boost in their pursuit of Victor Osimhen.That’s after the Red Devils reportedly made an enquiry to hire Napoli sporting director Christian Giuntoli.
      Man Utd have made an enquiry for Napoli transfer guru Christian GiuntoliCredit: Getty
      United are also hoping to land Napoli striker Victor Osimhen this summerCredit: AFP
      United boss Erik ten Hag has made no secret of his desire to sign a world-class striker this summer.
      And 27-goal Osimhen fits the bill perfectly after firing Napoli to their first Serie A title in 30 years.
      It’s believed Napoli want an eye-watering £150million to sell their star player.
      But United could look to smooth the path by first landing Napoli’s highly-respected transfer guru Giuntoli.
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      The Italian has been hiring and firing in Naples since 2015, building exciting projects for managers including Maurizio Sarri and Carlo Ancelotti.
      But Giuntoli’s work over the past few years finally paid dividends this term, with the likes of Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia playing key roles in Luciano Spalletti’s dominant title victory.
      United are said to be impressed by Giuntoli’s work, and they have now opened initial talks with Napoli over bringing him to England.
      The super scout is out of contract in 2024.
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      And Tuttomercatoweb claims United are eager to find out whether Giuntoli is interested in a new challenge abroad.
      Before Napoli, he enjoyed success as Director of Football with Italian minnows Carpi, helping them win several promotions while making huge profits on player sales.
      Giuntoli famously discovered striker Kevin Lasagna while he was playing in Serie D, signing the eventual seven-time Italy international for only £20,000.
      Just months later, Giuntoli sold Lasagna to Serie A side Udinese for £4million, sealing his reputation as a bargain hunter and master negotiator.
      And United fans were left excited by the claims, with one saying: “I am here for this.”
      Another declared: “If he found Kvaratskhelia then bring him in.”
      One added: “Please make this true.” More

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      Napoli fans who stole turf from historic Serie A winning match now selling it on eBay for a staggering price

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      A CHUNK of turf from Napoli’s historic Serie A triumph is being sold on eBay for a staggering price.Luciano Spalletti’s side secured a first Scudetto in 33 years with a 1-1 draw at Udinese on Thursday.
      Napoli fans were seen taking chunks of Udinese’s pitch after securing the Serie A title on ThursdayCredit: Getty
      Now one patch of grass has been listed on eBayCredit: Ebay
      The title triumph sparked wild scenes, with many travelling Napoli fans running on to the pitch following the full-time whistle.
      Some were even seen digging up mounds of turf on the night to keep as a souvenir.
      But now, as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, a chunk of the pitch is being sold on eBay.
      And the seller has listed it for sale at a whopping 700 euros (£620), with a starting price of 100 euros (£89).
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      They have even listed the condition as “new” in the description.
      Reported Manchester United target Victor Osimhen netted the equalising goal against Udinese that sealed a first Serie A title since 1990.
      The goal sparked wild celebrations in the city of Naples, with fans packing the streets and letting off fireworks to mark a first title in three decades.
      Not since the days of Diego Maradona have the Italian side won the title.
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      Speaking after the triumph Osimhen’s agent, Roberto Calenda, was asked about the striker’s future.
      Osimhen has netted an incredible 27 goals in 34 games for Napoli this season, helping fire Spalletti’s side to the title.
      His form has led to speculation on his future, with the likes of United, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain said to be interested in his signature.
      But Calenda played down links, and told Sky Italia, via GetFootballNewsItaly: “Right now it’s not the time to talk about the transfer market, it’s right to enjoy this victory.”
      There were wild scenes at Udinese’s stadium after Napoli sealed a first Scudetto in 33 yearsCredit: Rex
      Fans in Naples packed the streets to celebrate the victoryCredit: Rex More

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      Victor Osimhen breaks silence on Man Utd transfer after helping Napoli end 33-year Serie A title drought

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      NAPOLI superstar Victor Osimhen has broken his silence over a potential blockbuster transfer this summer.The Nigerian striker has fired the Italian club to their first Serie A title in 33 years in record-breaking fashion.
      Napoli’s Victor Osimhen is wanted by a host of clubs across EuropeCredit: AFP
      He has scored 27 goals in all competitions, and his strike to earn a draw at Udinese on Thursday to clinch the Scudetto made him the highest-scoring African player in a single season in Italian top-flight history.
      But the 24-year-old’s performances have caught the eye of a host of clubs across the continent.
      Chelsea are known to be interested as they hunt for a new striker under incoming boss Mauricio Pochettino.
      Manchester United would also like to bring Osimhen to the Premier League.
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      The ace has other suitors in Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain but it was widely-believed that Osimhen would prefer a move to England’s top flight.
      However, when he was asked about his future during the celebrations on Thursday, the hotshot refused to give anything away.

      Osimhen said: “I’m thrilled with this victory.
      “I’m happy for me, for the team and for the fans.
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      “I can’t wait to come back in Naples to embrace our fans, even though tonight I already felt the warmth of the people. I’m happy for all the Neapolitans.”
      Osimhen then added: “I scored the Scudetto goal, it’s true, but anyone else could have scored it.
      “I feel like a leader and I never give up. Future? Now I want to enjoy this historic moment, this is not the time to think about my future.” More

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      25 greatest football stadiums around world, from the Bernabeu to San Mames… but Tottenham’s £1bn ground down in 21

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      ATMOSPHERE, capacity and the quality of the toilets are all taken into consideration when fans argue about the best stadiums in the world.And a poll to determine which ground holds that honour has revealed some surprising results.
      Boca Juniors’ La Bombonera home in Buenos Aires is one of the most iconic stadiums in the worldCredit: Getty
      Rio de Janeiro’s Maracana stadium is also one of the most well knownCredit: Getty
      Tottenham splashed out a staggering £1BILLION on their new North London home which currently ranks just 21st despite being the most expensive stadium ever built.
      But surprisingly, it’s a stadium in Egypt that sits in the No 1 spot.
      Here SunSport reveals the results of a poll conducted by Spanish outlet Marca in 2020.
      1 CAIRO INTERNATIONAL STADIUM
      Home team: Al Ahly
      Capacity: 75,000
      Location: Cairo, Egypt
      Cairo International StadiumCredit: Getty – Contributor
      2 SANTIAGO BERNABEU
      Home team: Real Madrid
      Capacity: 81,044
      Location: Madrid, Spain
      Santiago Bernabeu stadiumCredit: Getty – Contributor
      3 NOU CAMP
      Home team: Barcelona
      Capacity: 99,354
      Location: Barcelona, Spain
      Nou CampCredit: Getty
      4 MOUNUMENTAL DE CHILE
      Home team: Colo Colo
      Capacity: 47,347
      Location: Santiago, Chile
      Monumental de ChileCredit: Getty
      5 SAN MAMES
      Home team: Athletic Bilbao
      Capacity: 53,289
      Location: Bilbao, Spain
      San Mames stadiumCredit: Getty – Contributor
      6 WANDA METROPOLITANO
      Home team: Atletico Madrid
      Capacity: 68,456
      Location: Madrid, Spain
      Wanda MetropolitanoCredit: Getty – Contributor
      7 ANFIELD
      Home team: Liverpool
      Capacity: 54,074
      Location: Liverpool, England
      AnfieldCredit: Getty
      8 LA BOMBONERA
      Home team: Boca Juniors
      Capacity: 49,000
      Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
      Boca Juniors’ La BomoneraCredit: Getty
      9 SIGNAL IDUNA PARK
      Home team: Borussia Dortmund
      Capacity: 81,360
      Location: Dortmund, Germany
      WestfalenstadionCredit: Getty – Contributor
      10 MOHAMED V
      Home team: Raja and Wydad Casablanca
      Capacity: 52,000
      Location: Casablanca, Morocco
      Mohamed V Stadium – CasablancaCredit: Africa Cup of Nations

      11 STADE OLYMPIQUE DE RADES
      Home team: Tunisian national team
      Capacity: 60,000
      Location: Rades, Tunisia
      Stade Olympique de RadesCredit: Getty
      12 WEMBLEY
      Home team: England national team
      Capacity: 90,000
      Location: London, England
      Wembley StadiumCredit: Alamy
      13 OLD TRAFFORD
      Home team: Manchester United
      Capacity: 76,000
      Location: Manchester, England
      Old TraffordCredit: PA:Press Association
      14 MARACANA
      Home team: Brazil national team, Flamengo, Fluminense
      Capacity: 78,838
      Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
      Maracana stadiumCredit: Getty
      15 SAN SIRO
      Home team: AC Milan, Inter Milan
      Capacity: 80,018
      Location: Milan, Italy
      San SiroCredit: Getty
      16 ALLIANZ ARENA
      Home team: Bayern Munich
      Capacity: 75,024
      Location: Munich, Germany
      Allianz ArenaCredit: Getty – Contributor
      17 STADE VELODROME
      Home team: Marseille
      Capacity: 67,394
      Location: Marseille, France
      Stade VelodromeCredit: Getty – Contributor
      18 ESTADIO DA LUZ
      Home team: Benfica
      Capacity: 65,647
      Location: Lisbon, Portugal
      Estadio da Luz, LisbonCredit: Getty
      19 JOHAN CRUYFF ARENA
      Home team: Ajax
      Capacity: 54,990
      Location: Amsterdam, Holland
      Johan Cruyff arenaCredit: Getty – Contributor
      20 MOUNUMENTAL
      Home team: River Plate
      Capacity: 70,074
      Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
      Monumental, Buenos AiresCredit: AFP
      21 TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR STADIUM
      Home team: Tottenham Hotspur
      Capacity: 62,303
      Location: London, England
      Tottenham Hotspur StadiumCredit: Getty
      22 ESTADIO AZTECA
      Home team: Mexico national team, Club America and Cruz Azul
      Capacity: 87,523
      Location: Mexico City, Mexico
      Estadio AztecaCredit: Getty
      23 SOCCER CITY STADIUM
      Home team: South Africa national team, Kaizer Chiefs
      Capacity: 94,736
      Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
      Soccer City StadiumCredit: Getty – Contributor
      24 CELTIC PARK
      Home team: Celtic
      Capacity: 60,411
      Location: Glasgow, Scotland
      Celtic ParkCredit: PA:Press Association
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      25 AZADI STADIUM
      Home team: Iran national team
      Capacity: 78,116
      Location: Tehran, Iran
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      Zlatan Ibrahimovic, 41, closes in on free transfer to new club with evergreen star set to continue top flight career

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      ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC is close to joining a TENTH club of his career, reports claim.The 41-year-old is set to leave AC Milan at the end of the season.
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic is reportedly closing in on a free transferCredit: Getty
      But the former Manchester United man won’t be going far.
      According to Foot Mercato, Ibrahimovic has a verbal agreement to join Monza, who are located just 12 miles or so outside of Milan.
      The reported move will see him link up with Arsenal defender Pablo Mari, who will make his Monza loan move permanent this summer.
      Ibrahimovic returned to action in February after an extended spell on the sidelines with a knee injury.
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      But further injury problems mean he has not played since March.
      Overall he has played just four games this season, scoring one goal.
      Reports at the start of the year even claimed the Swedish striker could retire this summer.
      Ibrahimovic’s AC Milan contract expires at the end of the campaign.
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      However, the veteran forward now appears set to join yet another club.
      He will reportedly join Monza, who were promoted to Serie A last season.
      The club are owned by former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi.
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      Crazy Napoli fans dig up Udinese pitch and try to steal player’s shorts as they wildly celebrate Serie A title win

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      WILD Napoli fans dug up a football pitch and tried to nab a player’s shorts after witnessing their team win a first Serie A title in 33 years.Luciano Spalletti’s side went into last night’s clash with Udinese needing just one point to win the league with five games to spare.
      Napoli fans were spotted grabbing clumps of the pitch at UdineseCredit: https://twitter.com/MenInBlazers/status/1654239207701770244?s=20
      Piotr Zielinski was spotted stripped to his pants after the game
      Thousands of supporters made the journey over 500 miles north to watch their side make history.
      Their big night didn’t get off to a perfect start, with Sandi Lovric handing Udinese a 13th minute lead.
      But Serie A top scorer Victor Osimhen grabbed an equaliser in the 52nd minute to get Napoli over the line.
      Upon the final whistle, hordes of Napoli fans invaded the pitch at Stadio Friuli.
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      Emotional supporters were seen grabbing clumps of turf and bagging them up as a memento of the monumental occasion.
      While others even grabbed their heroes’ shorts – with midfielder Piotr Zielinski spotted stripped down to his pants.
      Fans determinedly tried to also get Zielinski’s shirt, although the Polish star managed to keep hold of it as he finally left the field.
      Back in Naples, the party was only just getting started.
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      Victor Osimhen fired his team to gloryCredit: Alamy
      Napoli fans invaded the pitch at the end of the matchCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Fans packed out the streets, with the night sky illuminated by fireworks commemorating their city’s achievement.
      Supporters decked themselves out in club clobber as they congregated around the Royal Palace of Naples.
      The building was lit up in Napoli colours, with some fans donning Diego Maradona shirts in homage to their late, great hero – who inspired them to their last title in 1990.
      Napoli’s next match will see them return home victorious as champions.
      They host Fiorentina at Diego Armando Maradona Stadium on Sunday, with the coming weeks set to be one big party for the Naples faithful.
      It was party time for fans back in NaplesCredit: AP
      Some fans wore Diego Maradona shirts in homage to their late heroCredit: Rex More