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      Willian says snubbing Tottenham for Chelsea was ‘best decision of my career’ as he recalls last-minute transfer hijack

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      WILLIAN has called his decision to snub a move to Tottenham as the “best decision of my career”.In the summer 2013 the Brazilian was completing a medical at Spurs and on the verge of signing for them when a call came in from Chelsea.
      When Willian became aware of Chelsea’s interest they were the only optionCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
      The Brazilian is now back in the Premier League with FulhamCredit: Getty
      In an interview with The Athletic he remembers: “Chelsea came on the day I was going to sign the contract with Spurs. I was at Tottenham’s training ground to finalise the deal when the call came.
      “I said, ‘OK, I want to go there!’”
      The Brazil international moved to Stamford Bridge from Anzhi Makhachkala for a fee in the region of £30million on a five-year deal.
      Having already left Tottenham in the lurch, the skilful winger would add salt to Daniel Levy and Spurs’ wounds when he set up John Terry’s goal in a 2-0 victory over them in the 2015 EFL Cup final.
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      The 34-year-old enjoyed a fruitful spell at Stamford Bridge picking up five major honours, two of which were Premier League titles.
      It’s a time he recounts with joy: “I only wanted to go there. It was the best decision of my career!”
      Willian swapped south-west London for the red side of the capital when he joined Arsenal in 2020.
      But his time with the Gunners was fruitless and faltering, it was a complete contrast to his time at Chelsea and one goal in 37 games summarised that.
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      Willian cites the lack of connection with the club – with his time there coinciding with team’s playing behind closed doors – as a possible reason for his struggles.
      He said: “I have to feel good, to feel motivated to go to training. I wasn’t having that there so I decided to leave.
      “I didn’t see Arsenal fans. Maybe I needed to feel the buzz of the crowd, it was something I missed.”
      His Arsenal career was cut short after a single season, but after a period in Brazil, Willian made a shock return to London on deadline day to sign with newly promoted Fulham.   More

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      Bruno Fernandes reveals he was ‘really angry’ at Sporting Lisbon for rejecting Tottenham offer before Man Utd transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Bruno Fernandes has admitted he was fuming after a potential move to Tottenham collapsed. The attacking midfielder is now an integral part of the United set-up but shortly before becoming a Red Devil in January 2020, Spurs bid for him.
      Bruno Fernandes captained Man Utd on five occasions this seasonCredit: Alamy
      However his club at the time Sporting Lisbon rejected the offer as it didn’t meet their valuation – leaving him angry.
      Fernandes told The Atheltic: “Obviously I wanted to go to the Premier League.
      “The manager, Mauricio Pochettino, was the one who wanted me there. It was a good offer but Sporting tried their best to keep me.
      “The president [Frederico Varandas] spoke with me but he spoke with me on the wrong day. It was the day after they decided to refuse the offer from Tottenham and I was really angry.
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      “Luckily for me, the manager [Marcel Keizer] was the right one at the right time.”
      Keizer knew it was a dream move for Fernandes but his club still said no, the Dutchman was soon sacked and the Portuguese international had to carry on at Sporting.
      But in 2020, Man Utd manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and assistant Mike Phelan went to scout the 28-year-old in the flesh and were impressed.
      Fernandes says: “At the beginning of January, my agent said, ‘You don’t need to worry, because any time I bring you a club, it will be a dream club for you.’
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      “He knew that the dream club was Man Utd. Ole was a big part of that because he actually went to see my games.
      “On my first day, he [Solskjaer] said to me, ‘Just be yourself. I know what you are capable of with the ball but I also want you to be the leader you have been at Sporting.’
      Since joining Man Utd he has played 134 times scoring 51 goals and registering 40 assists.
      He continues to be an important player for the club under Erik ten Hag, featuring in every match he has taken charge of so far.
      In his interview Fernandes also opened up about what he names the “ghost from the past” when speaking about the 4-0 embarrassing loss to Brentford.
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      Chelsea ‘to offer Romelu Lukaku for Harry Kane in sensational swap transfer with Potter desperate for England captain’

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      CHELSEA are plotting a move for Harry Kane and could offer Romelu Lukaku in exchange, according to reports.New Blues boss Graham Potter is reportedly a big fan of the Tottenham striker.
      Graham Potter is said to be a big fan of Harry KaneCredit: AFP
      Chelsea want to offer Tottenham Romelu Lukaku in exchange for KaneCredit: Getty
      So Chelsea could make a move for Kane once Lukaku returns from his loan at Inter Milan.
      Chelsea plan to offer Spurs cash plus Lukaku in exchange for the England striker, report Calciomercato.
      But the Belgian is happy at Inter Milan and Chelsea have an agreement in principle with the Italian side for Lukaku to spend a second year on loan at the San Siro.
      Transfer guru Gianluca Di Marzio reports a second loan switch could cost £9million, though a permanent transfer is also on the cards.
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      Lukaku has made no secret of his love for Inter and would likely be keen to stay, though joining Tottenham would give him the chance to reunite with Antonio Conte.
      Kane, however, is unlikely to be keen on moving to Stamford Bridge given the rivalry between Chelsea and Spurs.
      He could also be enticed to move to Bayern Munich after the Germans reportedly made him their number one summer transfer target.
      Bayern view Kane as the long-term successor to Robert Lewandowski who joined Barcelona in the summer.
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      And it is believed Kane is “tempted” by the prospect of joining Bayern.
      Kane has less than two years remaining on his current contract with Tottenham, so if club chiefs cannot tie him down to a new deal they risk losing him for nothing in 2024 if he isn’t sold next summer. More

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      Man City join Chelsea and Tottenham in Milan Skriniar transfer race with his Inter Milan deal expiring at end of season

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      MANCHESTER CITY have joined Tottenham and Chelsea in monitoring Inter Milan’s highly rated defender Milan Skriniar.The Slovakia international’s contract expires at the end of the season and the 27-year-old is set to be one of the most-wanted free agents available next summer.
      Milan Skriniar looks set to leave Inter Milan with his contract up at the end of the seasonCredit: Getty
      He been at the San Siro since 2017 and he has featured 223 times for the club.
      Skriniar played an integral role in the squad that won the Serie A title back in 2020/21.
      City’s priority for 2023 is reinforcing their midfield in the future but the ex-Sampdoria man remains a target.
      But boss Pep Guardiola has publicly spoken about how his centre-backs have struggled to stay fit and Nathan Ake almost left the club in the summer.
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      City snapped up Manuel Akanji towards the end of the recent window but they are open to the idea of buying another centre-back.
      Skriniar has long been on the radar of Chelsea and despite opting for Wesley Fofana they could be in the market again for a defender if Graham Potter wishes.
      Spurs have also shown an interest in Skriniar too as he has worked under boss Antonio Conte at Inter.
      Paris Saint-Germain wanted him too but the Italian giants rejected approaches from them in the summer.
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      The Ligue 1 champions reportedly saw a £43million bid turned down.
      But unless Simone Inzaghi’s side can persuade Skriniar to sign a new deal, they could lose him for nothing as he will be free to discuss pre-contract agreements with non-Italian clubs from January.
      Inter Milan could be set for a busy transfer window come next summer with reports suggesting they could look to loan Romelu Lukaku again. More

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      Bayern Munich ‘make Harry Kane top transfer target’ and German side ‘have the money’ to sign Tottenham star in summer

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      BAYERN MUNICH have reportedly made Harry Kane their top summer transfer target.And the Bundesliga giants allegedly “have the money” to complete what would be the blockbuster signing.
      Bayern Munich have made Harry Kane their top summer transfer targetCredit: Reuters
      The England international striker, 29, tried to force through a move to Manchester City just over a year ago but Spurs dug their heels in and kept their talisman.
      He was then linked with Bayern during the recent summer window, but once again Tottenham refused to do business and insisted that the star was going nowhere.
      However, speculation continues to rumble on over Kane’s future due to his contract ending in 2024.
      He would then be able to move abroad and leave for nothing, which could force Antonio Conte’s side to cash in at the end of this season rather than risk losing him on a free.
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      Now a fresh report on Sky Sport Italia‘s special transfer edition has poured more fuel on the fire regarding a potential move to Bayern.
      Journalist Florian Plettenberg said: “I am convinced that Kane will be Bayern Munich’s real market target next summer.
      “It will depend on the player’s performance this season, but Bayern has the money. Coman, Mane and Gnabry are there, but a number nine is missing.”
      His colleague Marc Behrenbeck then added: “I am sure, Bayern Munich will bet strongly on Harry Kane. The discussion is already underway.
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      “Bayern Munich is thinking about whether they will need a new striker and Kane is the target. number one. More him than Lukaku, for example.
      “Hasan Salihamidzic and Julian Nagelsmann really like Harry Kane.”
      Kane has not let any of the speculation affect his displays this term as he has fired five goals in his first six matches in the Premier League. More

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      I’ve offered entire Leicester squad my X-rated pics if they beat Tottenham on Saturday, reveals stunning Foxes superfan

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      A STUNNNING Leicester superfan has offered the squad X-rated pics if they can beat Tottenham on Saturday. Bonnie Brown has dreamt up the unique incentive to help get the hapless Foxes firing.
      Bonnie Brown is desperate to get her beloved Foxes off the floorCredit: Instagram
      The 25-year-old, who is from Leicester, has had to watch her side endure a dreadful start to the new seasonCredit: Instagram
      Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, James Maddison and co have not got firing this seasonCredit: Getty
      Brendan Rodgers’ winless side sit bottom of the Premier League after six games and have lost their last five on the bounce.
      Things don’t look like getting any easier as they travel to unbeaten Tottenham for a Saturday evening kick-off.
      But now the misfiring squad – including the likes of Jamie Vardy and James Maddison – have an extra reason to try and land the points.
      Bonnie, from adult platform Fanvue, has offered the players and Rodgers free lifetime subscriptions to her channel if they can put one over Spurs.
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      The 25-year-old beauty rakes in £50k per month from fans desperate to see her juicy content.
      The footie-mad stunner refuses to reveal if any of the Leicester squad already subscribe to her account but hopes her offer might inspire them in North London.
      She said: “I’m not kissing and telling on which players’ already follow me, but I’m hoping a blanket offer for free lifetime subscriptions if they beat Spurs this weekend will spur them on.
      “They’ve been firing blanks under Brendan so far this season, so I reckon my cheeky offer might help turn them on – to turn it around.”
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      Bonnie quit her dull 9-5 job to upload steamy content to Fanvue – and quickly made so much money she was able to land a Porsche.
      In May, the blonde bombshell told the Mirror: “I was at a buying job on minimum wage before Fanvue, working pay cheque to pay cheque, but within a couple of months I’d been able to pay off all my credit cards and debts, and now I’m living my dream life.”
      She added: “I’ve always wanted to be my own boss and love creating content, and had heard from friends in the industry that Fanvue were really supportive to creators.”
      “So signing up to platform was the perfect move for me. If you can make money from doing what you love then why not?”
      A Fanvue spokesperson, said: “We fully support our creators’ entrepreneurial spirit. We know Bonnie’s affection for Leicester and with the team rock bottom and no improvement yet, maybe it’s time try something else.” 
      Bonnie’s hopes of a Leicester win were boosted in midweek as a Marcus Edwards-inspired Sporting Lisbon showed the Midlands side how to get the job done.
      Bonnie is hoping to get the squad fired up before their trip to Tottenham tomorrowCredit: Instagram
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      North London derby chaos with Arsenal vs Tottenham at risk as ALL 12 rail companies plot another strike on October 1

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      NEXT MONTH’S North London Derby between Arsenal and Tottenham has been plunged into chaos due to rail strikes.Commuters are in for even more travel misery as train drivers are set to strike again.
      Rail strikes could cause chaos to the North London Derby next monthCredit: Alamy
      Arsenal are due to face Tottenham at the Emirates Stadium on October 1Credit: Getty
      Train drivers at 12 rail companies are planning to walk out on October 1 and 5 amid a long-running dispute over pay.
      Arsenal are due to host their neighbours the day the planned strikes starts at 12:30pm at the Emirates.
      And that could mean that the Premier League, police and safety chiefs could be forced into moving the fixture.
      Brighton’s clash with Crystal Palace has already been POSTPONED due to planned train strikes.
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      And it could cause further headaches for Gunners boss Mikel Arteta after last week’s home game with Everton and their Europa League match with PSV were rescheduled due to the death of The Queen.
      The North London Derby may not be the only game at risk that weekend with other matches that require away supporters travelling long distances scheduled, such as Liverpool vs Brighton, Fulham vs Newcastle and Southampton vs Everton.
      The news comes as members of the Transport Salaried Staffs’ Association union (TSSA) are set to strike from midday on September 26 for 24 hours.
      The decision, set to impact most of Britain’s rail network, is among latest action amid an ongoing dispute over pay, job security and conditions.
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      Alongside nine train operators, staff at Network Rail will also go on strike.
      They are demanding the Government come back to the negotiating table to revise what union barons branded an “insulting” two per cent pay rise – rejected earlier in the summer.
      Union members at TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, c2c and CrossCountry are set to strike.

      East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, LNER and Southeastern will also be impacted by staff walkouts.
      The RMT union, responsible for the strikes earlier this year, went on strike last month over pay disputes.
      Those walk outs saw the nation’s rail networks thrown into chaos on August 18 and August 20 when around 40,000 staff hung up their uniforms – just weeks after strikes on July 27 and July 30.
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      Tottenham in line for cash boost over Marcus Edwards transfer clause with Sporting Lisbon star having £52m release fee

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      TOTTENHAM could pocket £26million should former starlet Marcus Edwards depart Sporting Lisbon, according to reports.The 23-year-old, who made just one Spurs senior appearance after coming through the club’s academy, was let go in 2019.
      Sporting Lisbon ace Marcus Edwards starred against former employers Tottenham on TuesdayCredit: AFP
      Edwards showed Spurs what they are missing as he impressed in Sporting’s 2-0 Champions League group stage winCredit: Reuters
      He linked up with Portuguese side Vitoria on a free transfer – just three years after he was compared to Lionel Messi by Mauricio Pochettino.
      Spurs allowed him to make the move to Vitoria for nothing in exchange for a 50 per cent sell-on fee.
      And after impressing with the Primeira Liga outfit, he was snapped up by Sporting earlier this year for around £9m.
      According to the Telegraph, Antonio Conte’s side agreed with Sporting to transfer his sell-on clause to his new contract, instead of banking £4.5m.
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      Edwards’ new deal boasts a whopping £52m release clause, which Spurs would be eligible to receive £26m.
      Spurs would also be able to snap him up in theory for £26m if they wish to re-sign him.
      The England youth international – capable of playing as an attacking midfielder, winger or centre-forward – showed Tottenham what they are missing on Tuesday.
      Edwards starred in Sporting’s shock 2-0 victory against Conte’s men at the Jose Alvalade Stadium.
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      And he almost capped his impressive performance with an iconic solo goal, but he spurned his chance from close range.
      The former Norwich loanee picked up the ball near the halfway line, glided past Eric Dier, before shrugging the England international away and breezing past Ivan Perisic.
      He then played a neat one-two with Francisco Trincao, skipped past Cristian Romero in the box, only to see his close-range shot brilliantly saved by Hugo Lloris.

      Speaking after the match, Edwards revealed his desire to return to the Premier League one day.
      The youngster told BT Sport: “It feels great and I think we deserved it. We showed how we can play.
      “I wouldn’t say extra special, but it was a special feeling to play against Spurs. It was good to see people I know – players and coaching staff.
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      “I stayed the same. Focus was the same. It’s a proper family environment here and I couldn’t be happier.
      “It’s home, so of course I want to come back there [to the Premier League] one day. I just focus on what I’m doing here for now.” More