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      Arsenal offered Benjamin Sesko transfer with RB Leipzig desperate to sell £85million striker next week

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      RB LEIPZIG would love to sell star player Benjamin Sesko to Arsenal NEXT WEEK.The Bundesliga club have told the Slovenian forward, 21, they are looking for a quick sale so they can start spending the cash at the start of the transfer window.RB Leipzig would love to sell Benjamin Sesko to Arsenal next weekBut Arsenal may prioritise signing Sporting Lisbon star Viktor GyokeresBut the situation is complicated because Arsenal are looking at both Sesko and Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres.And they are extremely unlikely to sign both as they also need to strengthen elsewhere.Arsenal could even prioritise trying to sign in-demand £70million rated Gyokeres, meaning Mikel Arteta’s search for a new striker could turn into a saga and Sesko might have to wait.Gunners boss Arteta wanted to sign Sesko both last summer and in January. Read More on ArsenalLeipzig know the north London club remain interested but there have been no further talks.But they told Sesko in talks this week that he can leave as soon as possible.The German club are hoping for £85m, although they are likely to get nearer £60m.Sesko was due to play for the club in a friendly against Santos on Wednesday but was ruled out with a knee injury.Most read in FootballThe centre-forward enjoyed an impressive season with Leipzig as he amassed 21 goals and six assists in 45 appearances across all competitions.Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesThe Slovenian also counts 16 goals in 41 caps with his national team.Martin Zubimendi, meanwhile, will complete his Arsenal medical in the next few days ahead of a £51m switch from Real Sociedad.Thierry Henry hits out at Mikel Arteta as trophyless Arsenal are shown up by ‘the Man Utd that everyone laughs at’ More

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      Harry Maguire says ‘a lot of players’ are leaving Man Utd in transfer firesale with Bruno Fernandes ‘considering’ exit

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      HARRY MAGUIRE admits he expects a lot of players to leave Manchester United this summer.The Red Devils are set for yet another rebuild after finishing 15th in the Premier League.Harry Maguire expects plenty of players to leave Old Trafford this summerCredit: GettyBruno Fernandes is subject to a £100million bid from Al-HilalCredit: GettyOutcasts like Jadon Sancho are expected to leaveCredit: GettyRuben Amorim is expected to stay on as manager but he will likely oversee multiple departures when the transfer window reopens.Maguire revealed there will be several comings and goings at Old Trafford, emphasising the importance of getting recruitment right.He said to press at a commercial event in Mumbai: “We will make a lot of changes in the summer at the club.”There will be a lot of players who leave and hopefully a lot of players will come in.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”And that’s down to the club to make sure they get that right and it’s down to us players to make sure that we are the ones that are involved.”Maguire deputised for captain Bruno Fernandes in the post-season friendly defeat to ASEAN All-Stars in Kuala Lumpur.And it is a job he could take on full-time with Fernandes subject to a transfer bid from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.His agent reportedly held “productive talks” over the move, which could see United receive £100million for their talisman.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordUnited are also seeking to cash in on Alejandro Garnacho, who is understood to have been informed he can leave along with Andre Onana and Luke Shaw.While buyers are being found for outcasts like Jadon Sancho, Antony and Marcus Rashford, who all departed Old Trafford on loan in January.Ruben Amorim bursts out laughing when asked about Man Utd star’s future More

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      Real Madrid announce Trent Alexander-Arnold transfer as Liverpool rake in staggering fee for letting star go early

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      LIVERPOOL have agreed to let Trent Alexander-Arnold join Real Madrid early in a deal worth £10million.The right-back was set to join the 15-time Kings of Europe for free on June 30 – but the LaLiga giants want him for the Club World Cup.Liverpool have banked £10million for letting Trent Alexander-Arnold leave earlyCredit: ReutersAlexander-Arnold won two Prem titles at LiverpoolThe expanded tournament in the USA begins 16 days before Alexander-Arnold’s contract expires – meaning he wouldn’t have been able to be registered.So Madrid have now agreed to pay over £300,000-PER-DAY to bag the 26-year-old a month early.The two-time Premier League winner will move when the special transfer window opens on Sunday. Madrid will make a single payment of £8.4m (€10m) and pay his June wages – which all adds up to £10m (€11.9m).READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSMadrid were originally offering just £840,000, but Liverpool held firm for more.Alexander-Arnold will reportedly earn £240,000-per-week on a six-year deal, with his release clause set at €1BILLION or £840million.A statement from the club read: “The full-back is now set to join the La Liga club ahead of the expiry of his Reds contract this summer.”Liverpool will receive a fee for his services, with the deal to be concluded once the window opens on June 1.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Alexander-Arnold leaves Liverpool with the club appreciative and grateful for his contribution to those successes.”Carlo Ancelotti’s replacement Xabi Alonso wanted Alexander-Arnold in his squad for their first match against Al-Hilal in Miami on June 18. Andy Robertson pays tribute to ‘best friend’ Trent Alexander-Arnold after he is booed by Liverpool fansFifa has created a special transfer window from June 1 to June 10 specifically for the Club World Cup.Madrid’s injury crisis at right-back is understood to be behind the push to get him in early.Midfielder Federico Valverde has been filling in for Spain Euro 2024 hero Dani Carvajal, who had knee surgery last October.Alexander-Arnold is due to link up with the England squad next week for the World Cup qualifier against Andorra a week on Saturday.What happened to the Englishmen who joined Real Madrid?TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD has finally completed his move to Real Madrid joins an exclusive club to pull on the famous white jersey.So how did those who came before him get on?LAURIE CUNNINGHAM (1979-1984)Real Madrid splashed out £950,000 to sign Cunningham from West Brom in 1979.As one of the “Three Degrees” alongside Cyrille Regis and Brendon Batson, Cunningham had left an unforgettable mark at the Hawthorns.The left winger became an instant hit in the Spanish capital, scoring twice on his debut.Cunningham helped his side to the LaLiga title in 1980, and played in the European Cup final against Liverpool the following year.Following a loan spell with Manchester United, Cunningham moved to Marseille in 1984.Having played for Leicester, Charleroi and Wimbledon, Cunningham returned to Madrid with Rayo Vallecano in 1988.The following year he tragically died in a car crash in the city aged just 33.STEVE MCMANAMAN (1999-2003)Like Alexander-Arnold is set to, McManaman left boyhood club Liverpool for the bright lights of Madrid in 1999.A silky winger, McManaman proved to be a hit in Madrid.The Bernabeu crowd immediately took to their new English hero, with his floppy hair and nonchalant flair.McManaman helped Real win six trophies in four years, and scored his side’s second goal in their victorious 2000 Champions League final.He went on to leave Madrid in 2003, spending the final two years of his career with Manchester City.After hanging up his boots, McManaman worked as a pundit for Setanta Sports, BT Sport and ESPN.Now 53, he can regularly be seen on TNT Sports’ football coverage, especially when Liverpool or Real Madrid are playing.DAVID BECKHAM (2003-2007)In 2003, Real Madrid made Manchester United superstar Beckham their latest Galactico.Golden Balls joined a squad boasting the likes of Ronaldo, Raul, Zinedine Zidane and Roberto Carlos in the Spanish capital.Despite his love for high-end fashion and the celebrity lifestyle, Beckham became much beloved in Spain for his incredible work rate, professionalism and of course, quality.Despite boasting a star-studded squad, the fabled La Decima – a tenth Champions League triumph – eluded Real Madrid during his four-year stint.He didn’t leave empty-handed, however, winning the LaLiga title in 2007 before leaving for LA Galaxy.Since Beckham hung up his boots in 2013 he has continued to have several endorsement deals; including the likes of Adidas, Armani, Pepsi and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.Beckham, 49, also owns MLS side Inter Miami, and played a big role in their groundbreaking deal for Lionel Messi in 2023.MICHAEL OWEN (2004-2005)Like McManaman before him, Owen quit Liverpool for Real Madrid.But the former Ballon d’Or winner endured a frustrating season at the Bernabeu, finding himself stuck behind Ronaldo and Raul.Twelve months on from Owen’s £8million switch, Real Madrid doubled their money by flogging him to Newcastle.Owen then spent three years with Liverpool’s rivals Man Utd, before one final year at Stoke.Immediately after hanging up his boots, Owen signed up to be BT Sport’s primary co-commentator upon the channel’s launch.In addition to his punditry work, the former striker has enjoyed several other ventures.Owen, 45, has his own clothing range with Peacocks, while he also appeared on The Masked Singer.JONATHAN WOODGATE (2004-2007)Woodgate endured one of the most infamous debuts of all time after switching Newcastle for Real Madrid in 2004.The luckless defender went through injury hell following the £13.4m transfer, having to wait 17 months before playing his first game.Just 25 minutes in, the England international headed into his own net. Things then got even worse when he was sent off just after the hour mark.Woodgate played just 14 times that season, before a loan move to Middlesbrough effectively ended his Real Madrid career.After signing permanently for Boro, Woody earned a move to Tottenham in January 2008. He won the League Cup barely a month later, and remains the last Spurs player to score a winning goal in a cup final.Following spells with Stoke and back at Middlesbrough, Woodgate retired in 2016.He has since gone into coaching, managing Boro and Bournemouth.Woodgate, 45, returned to Middlesbrough once again in 2022, where he works as a first team coach under Michael Carrick.JUDE BELLINGHAM (2023-present)England superstar Bellingham sealed a blockbuster £115m transfer from Borussia Dortmund to Real Madrid in the summer of 2023.The move has been a resounding success, with the midfielder immediately excelling in Spain.Bellingham scored on his debut, and went on net five times in his first four LaLiga matches.The image of the 21-year-old with his arms outstretched has quickly become an iconic one.Birmingham’s finest has already won LaLiga and the Champions League during his young career.And with Alexander-Arnold now alongside him, Bellingham will feel that he can add plenty more to his already impressive trophy tally.England play a friendly against Senegal at Nottingham Forest’s ground three days later.Liverpool fans were fuming about losing a world-class player for free, even booing their homegrown star against Arsenal last month.Alexander-Arnold was given a more warm goodbye on the final day of the season, before breaking down in tears after 20 years with the club.Read More on The SunHe now departs Anfield after 354 appearances and 23 goals for the club, winning eight major honours.Trent won two titles, the Champions League, Fifa Club World Cup, Uefa Super Cup, FA Cup and two League Cups with his boyhood side. 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      Jake Paul is ‘not a boxer’ and Tommy Fury ‘can’t fight’ says legendary promoter Bob Arum in sensational double blast

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      LEGENDARY promoter Bob Arum let out a scathing double blast of Jake Paul and Tommy Fury.Arum was not a fan of Paul’s recent points win against Mike Tyson, who controversially came out of retirement aged 58. Jake Paul and Tommy Fury were blasted by Bob ArumCredit: APOver 100 MILLION tuned in to watch on Netflix, but now Paul returns on June 28 against ex-middleweight world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Chavez – son of the legendary Julio Cesar Sr – has suffered problems outside the ring with substance abuse and lack of commitment. And Arum told FightHype: “That’s not even boxing. Chavez Jr, I thought he had hung up the gloves a long time ago. “Jake Paul is not a boxer. It’s spectacle. The Tyson event was sort of demeaning for the sport of boxing. Tyson was an old man. READ MORE IN BOXING”What are we talking about? But again, if Netflix or somebody else wants to pay for that event, that’s fine. I have no interest in it. “I have absolutely no interest in a Jake Paul-Chavez Jr fight, because it’s not boxing.”Paul’s only defeat in his 12 bouts came in 2023 against Fury losing a split-decision in Saudi Arabia. ESPN – who have a TV deal with Arum’s Top Rank company – aired the celebrity grudge match on pay-per-view in America. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSo Arum was part of the promotion – but refused to hold back on either Paul, 28, or Fury, 26. He said: “Jake Paul is not fighting a real fighter. He’s smarter than you and me combined.EXCLUSIVE- Savannah Marshall risks wrath of former sparring partner Tommy Fury with Jake Paul decision”It’s not a scam because people know what they’re getting, but he’s not interested in fighting somebody that can really give him a whooping. “I mean, I remember when Jake Paul, before he caught onto this stuff, and I was in England and he was fighting Tyson Fury’s half-brother Tommy Fury, who can’t fight. “Tommy Fury won every round, won a decision and there’s very few heavyweights that you can name that Tommy Fury would last more than one or two rounds.”Tyson Fury with promoter ArumCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      Chelsea star Jadon Sancho sparks rumours he is dating celebrity as eagle-eyed fans spot major clue on his phone

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      JAD0N SANCHO has sparked rumours he is dating rapper Saweetie.The Chelsea star helped his side win the Conference League on Wednesday, scoring the third goal in a 4-1 win over Real Betis.Jadon Sancho scored in Chelsea’s Conference final winCredit: GettyEagle-eyed fans spotted a photo of Saweetie on his lock screenCredit: AFPSancho met Saweetie at Stamford Bridge this yearCredit: GettySaweetie is an American rapperCredit: GettyFans have speculated about the pair possibly datingCredit: The Mega AgencySaweetie is from California, USACredit: GettyAfter the match Sancho’s phone caught the eye of fans, for multiple reasons.Firstly, its blue case signalled to some that Sancho’s allegiances lie with Chelsea, not his parent club Manchester United.While the lock screen was also of interest, as it features American artist Saweetie.Fans who spotted the interesting screensaver have speculated over Sancho’s love life, suggesting he is dating the rapper.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt comes after Saweetie, 31, visited Stamford Bridge this season where she shared a hug with Sancho on the touchline.One fan reacted to Sancho’s phone screen, saying: “Sancho loves him some Saweetie I see.”Another added: “Sancho and Saweetie 😂😂 he’s really living his rapper fantasy.”A third wrote: “Sancho in a relationship with Saweetie 💗🤯Man of Taste 🐐”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnd another commented: “Jadon Sancho and Saweetie???”Sancho, 25, could leave the Premier League if Chelsea decide to pay United £5m NOT to make his move permanent.From embarrassing Chelsea pal to interview with dad – Five times Cole Palmer stole show AFTER Conference League finalsBayer Leverkusen are rumoured to be interested, as well as his old team Borussia Dortmund.He seemingly has no future at United – who signed him for £73million in 2021 – under boss Ruben Amorim. More

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      Erik ten Hag ‘targeting two of his former Man Utd stars’ in first transfer window with Bayer Leverkusen

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      ERIK TEN HAG is targeting two of his old Manchester United players at new club Bayer Leverkusen, according to reports.Former Red Devils boss Ten Hag took the reins at German side Bayer earlier this week, in what is his first job since being sacked by Man Utd in October.Erik ten Hag is targeting two of his former players at Bayer LeverkusenCredit: GettyThe club have discussed moves for Antony and Alejandro GarnachoCredit: ReutersAnd as he prepares to succeed departing manager Xabi Alonso, who is joining Real Madrid, Ten Hag is said to be looking to bolster his squad’s firepower with two new arrivals.According to German outlet Kicker, the Dutchman’s new club have internally discussed the signings of Antony and Alejandro Garnacho.The former spent the second half of the season on loan at Real Betis and showed the form which convinced Man Utd to splash £85.5million on him when they signed him from Ajax in 2022.Antony, 25, also featured in the Conference League final against Chelsea on Wednesday, but had a quiet game other than an explosive headbutt on a Enzo Fernandez as his team lost 4-1.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMan Utd are prepared to make a loss of more than half of what they paid to land the Brazilian after slapping a £40m price tag on him this summer. Meanwhile, Garnacho looks destined to leave after being told to “pray” he finds a new club by Ruben Amorim in front of team-mates.That exchange came with Amorim furious at the winger’s outburst blasting the club’s “s*** season” after being benched for the Europa League final defeat to Tottenham.The 20-year-old was subsequently omitted from the squad for Man Utd’s final Premier League game against Aston Villa, which they won 2-0.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHis partner also appeared to confirm his imminent exit with a cryptic two-word message on social media when she posted a picture of a baby-size United kit alongside the caption: “Last match.”In January, Garnacho was the subject of transfer interest from Napoli with offers in the region of £55m. Ten Hag reveals problem with current players in first interview since Man Utd sackingChelsea are also reported to be interested in a move for the Argentine.Ten Hag’s new side will have overfilled coffers with the sales of Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz for a combined fee of more than £150m to Liverpool.However, the report adds that a move for Antony is more likely.Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordMan Utd’s dire financial situation means they will need to sell heavy in order to rebuild their squad effectively to suit Amorim’s football.A huge firesale of the Man Utd flop squad is expected this summer. Club captain Bruno Fernandes is said to be seriously considering a £100m transfer to Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Hilal, which comes after the midfielder said he would understand if transfer chiefs wanted to “cash in” on their talisman.Read More on The SunMan Utd’s chief negotiator Matt Hargreaves reportedly flew to Italy over talks for a stunning cash-plus-player swap deal with Napoli for Rasmus Hojlund and Victor Osimhen.Chelsea loanee Jadon Sancho has also taken another step towards the Old Trafford exit after the Blues asked the Englishman to reduce his wages before they trigger the £25m transfer clause in his loan deal. More

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      Jesse Lingard shows off new look as Man Utd cult hero, 32, stars in GQ Korea advert

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      JESSE LINGARD shocked fans with a brand new hairdo while featuring in a GQ advert.Lingard, 32, signed for Korean side FC Seoul last February after his deal with Nottingham Forest came to an end.Jesse Lingard showed off a new look this weekLingard, 32, signed for Korean side FC Seoul in February 2024Credit: AFPLingard spent eight months without a side after leaving the City Ground, before penning a two-year deal in the Korean capital.The former Manchester United star has scored four goals in 16 league matches for Seoul this season, who sit seventh in the K League 1.Lingard showed off his new trim in an interview with GQ Korea and admitted to visiting his barber at least once a week.The ex-England international said: “Every time I get a haircut, I like to brush. I need to be looking fresh. READ MORE IN SPORT”Most of our games are on television, I like to look fresh.”Probably once a week, I get a haircut. Very popular in England, this haircut.”Old team-mate Timothy Fosu-Mensah, who spent five years at United, was quick to compliment Lingard’s new locks.He commented: “I like the hair bro,” on his Instagram post.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPeople online were also quick to react to Lingard’s drastic change in appearance.One X user wrote: “He looks like a K-pop star.”Jesse Lingard reels off FIVE different celebrations after ex-Man Utd star scores bizarre goal in South KoreaAnother added: “Bro actually looks Korean now.”Lingard, who used to be partially blamed for Man Utd’s downturn, recently opened up about the crisis at his boyhood club where he spent 22 years.He told BBC Sport: “They will always be one of the biggest clubs in the world and fans will support them through thick and thin.”It might be a long-term project with Ruben Amorim. He knows what he wants to do.”It’s tough when you’re not in the Champions League to attract players so he was relying on winning the Europa League.”It’s harder to recruit when you’re not in the Champions League. It’s 100 per cent a factor.”Lingard moved to West Ham on loan a year before his Forest switch and the Englishman bagged nine goals in 16 games. But he struggled at the City ground, featuring just 20 times before being released after a string of injuries in summer 2023.Read More on The SunHe revealed “life’s good” in Korea and believes he has rapidly adapted to the different style of football.The United academy star also admitted to scoffing McDonalds and Papa Johns since moving to Korea. Lingard has scored four goals in 16 league matches for Seoul this season More

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      Bruno Fernandes ‘seriously considering’ Al-Hilal transfer offer and could play final Man Utd match today

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      BRUNO FERNANDES is entertaining a shock move to Saudi Arabia, it’s been claimed.Manchester United’s skipper is currently being eyed by Al-Hilal, who are looking to make a marquee signing this summer following Neymar’s departure.Al-Hilal are keen on signing Bruno FernandesCredit: SHUTTERSTOCKThe Saudi Pro League side are understood to be willing to pay £100million for Manchester United’s skipperCredit: PAFernandes is said to be seriously considering a potential move to The KingdomCredit: GETTYFernandes signed shirts for fans ahead of United’s end-of-season clash with Hong Kong on Friday afternoonThe Saudi Pro League side are understood to be willing to pay a whopping £100MILLION to secure the services of Fernandes, who would take home a pretty penny if he were to move to The Kingdom.And the 30-year-old is said to be “giving serious consideration” to the move.That’s according to The Athletic, who claim talks for the Portugal international to join Al-Hilal are already underway.Should Fernandes accept the lucrative offer on the table, his last game as a United player could take place TODAY.The Red Devils play Hong Kong in a friendly this afternoon as part of their end-of-season tour of Asia.Fernandes was named in the starting XI for the match, with manager Ruben Amorim saying of his inclusion: “We need to respect and do better than the last game.”We understand the players are tired from all the commercial things for our fans.”Now it’s time to perform to show good things for our fans.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSFernandes is just one of several United stars up for sale this summer.Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho are also in line to be sold to help finance Amorim’s overhaul of the squad.’Shambles’ – Luke Littler savages Man Utd in one word over Bruno Fernandes transfer links and gives Amorim verdictThe trio likely wouldn’t have been up for sale had United secured Champions League football by winning last week’s Europa League final.And in the aftermath of the 1-0 defeat to Tottenham, Fernandes admitted his future at Old Trafford is out of his hands.The former Sporting Lisbon ace said: “I have always been honest. “I’ve always said I will be here until the club says to me that it’s time to go. “I’m eager to do more, to be able to bring the club the great days. “In the day that the club thinks that I’m too much or it’s time to part ways, football is like this, you never know it.”But I’ve always said it and I keep my word in the same way.”If the club thinks it’s time to part ways because they want to do some cashing in or whatever, it’s what it is.”And football sometimes is like this.”Fernandes featured in a post-season friendly against Hong Kong and Amorim was asked about his future after the match.Read More on The SunAsked if he would leave, Amorim responded: “I don’t think so. I don’t know for sure, nobody does. But I don’t think so.”I think he wants to stay. He is saying no to a lot of things but it shows that he wants to win.” More