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      Tottenham fans reveal ‘absolutely embarrassing and shameful’ chant ahead of Man City clash that could hand Arsenal title

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      PAUL MERSON claims Tottenham fans will cheer a Manchester City goal against their own club – as it could ruin Arsenal’s title bid.Spurs supporters have already prepared an “embarrassing and shameful” chant to roar on visitors City in Tuesday’s Premier League clash.Spurs followers have lined up a controversial chantCredit: https://twitter.com/City_ChiefPaul Merson made a shock suggestion about Spurs fansCredit: Twitter @SkySportsPLSome Tottenham fans might back Man City… against SpursCredit: https://twitter.com/City_ChiefMan City’s Phil Foden, Erling Haaland & Co could be cheered by Spurs fansCredit: PABut Arsenal hero Kai Havertz insists he will become” the biggest fan of Tottenham ever” – because his side need Pep Guardiola’s men to slip up.Gunners’ legend Merson reckons Spurs supporters would rather fluff a top-four finish than see their bitter North London rivals win a first Prem crown in 20 years.The ex-England striker even appeared to stun fellow Sky Sports pundits Roy Keane and Wayne Rooney with his blunt verdict.Merson also believes Arsenal need Liverpool to triumph at Aston Villa on Monday – to keep Spurs’ hopes of qualifying for the Champions League alive.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHe said: “Every Arsenal fan needs Villa to get beat…Tottenham have to stay hungry on Tuesday.”He then delivered his stunning assessment on the priorities of Spurs’ fans – including their possible reaction to City scoring against their own team.He said: “I’ve played in them games, they aren’t wanting Arsenal to win the league, whatever happens.”There will get to a stage Tottenham fans will cheer if Man City score. They will – the one thing they don’t want is Arsenal to win the league.”Most read in FootballArsenal chief Mikel Arteta hopes to dethrone Pep Guardiola’s Man CityCredit: AFPBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMeanwhile, a clip has emerged on social media of Tottenham supporters unveiling a special pro-City chant.A man on a guitar is seen and heard signing: “I am City till July! I am City till July!Smirking Kai Havertz reveals shock at what he saw Casemiro doing before he set up Arsenal winner vs Man Utd”I know I am, I’m sure I am, I’m City till July.”One fan joked: “This is absolutely embarrassing and shameful. Get it going round the stadium on Tuesday”.But other supporters appeared shocked.One blasted: “This is so poor” And another posted: “Are we not ashamed of ourselves?”But Spurs will at least have one set of enthusiastic new local backers in midweek.Fresh from setting up Leandro Trossard’s winner at Manchester United, Arsenal attacker Havertz told Sky: “I’m going to (be the) biggest fan of Tottenham ever on Tuesday. We all are going to be!”Mikel Arteta’s Prem leaders are a point clear of City and also have a plus-three advantage on goal difference.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut the Gunners only have next Sunday’s finale at home to Everton remaining – whereas Guardiola’s champs have two matches left.After traveling to Spurs on Tuesday, City host West Ham on the last day.Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou might have something to say if his club’s fans switch to supporting Man City at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on TuesdayCredit: Getty More

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      Barcelona star Raphinha set to return to Premier League with Tottenham in transfer battle for £60m winger

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      PREMIER LEAGUE clubs are poised to battle it out for former Leeds winger Raphinha.But a host of Saudi Pro League sides are also in the mix after Barcelona confirmed the Brazilian international will be available this summer.Raphinha is being eyed by Premier League clubs including Tottenham HotspurCredit: AFPTottenham have been linked with Raphinha while an unnamed English team is understood to have made a £60million move for him in January.Raphinha struggled to hold down a regular place after leaving Elland Road for Barca two years ago in a deal worth up to £56m.But the 27-year-old has still managed nine goals and 12 assists in 35 appearances this term – including three strikes in the 6-4 aggregate defeat by Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League quarter-final.He earned his move to the Catalan club after just two seasons in Yorkshire where he scored 17 goals and picked up 12 assists in the Premier League.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThere has been talk of him returning to Leeds if they win promotion – but spending restrictions are likely to prevent his former club coming up with the £50m-plus fee.While they have seen youngster Crysencio Summerville excel in the Championship this year on the wing – winning the competition’s Player of the Year award.LaLiga giants Barcelona want every penny they can get to push through their plans to sign Spain winger Nico Williams, 21, from Athletic Bilbao.Williams has attracted interest from all over Europe for his efforts this season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe star has managed seven goals and 16 assists in all competitions this season for Bilbao as a crucial cog in the history making side.Bilbao won the Copa del Rey for the first time since 1984 this year with Williams racking up eight goal contributions throughout the tournament to help them lift the trophy against RCD Mallorca.Meet Brazil’s stunning Wags from glam influencer to sultry Mexican singerBarcelona are stepping up their efforts to sign Nico Williams from Athletic BilbaoCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal fans fume Tottenham ‘aren’t even treating Man City as a game’ as Spurs appear to break tradition

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      ARSENAL fans are furious with rivals Tottenham after what they perceived as an early lap of honour.Spurs hosted Burnley in their penultimate home match at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and damned Vincent Kompany’s men to relegation with a 2-1 victory.Arsenal fans are furious with Tottenham for what they perceived as an early lap of honour before Manchester CityCredit: GettyAfter the game the North Londoners’ manager Ange Postecoglou along with a few players and their families were filmed giving thanks to the fans and the clip was shared on social media.Tottenham issued the following caption on Twitter: “Thank you for your incredible support.”Fuming Arsenal fans claimed Spurs had gone on an early lap of honour and that this action was a sign that their rivals will not be taking their midweek Manchester City clash entirely seriously.City are top of the Premier League table with a game in hand and two points separating them from Arsenal, who visit Manchester United on Sunday.Read More on ArsenalPep Guardiola’s side visit Tottenham on Tuesday before they host West Ham on the final day of the season on May 19.And a large section of Spurs supporters would be content to see their team put in a performance unworthy of a lap of honour if it prevents the Gunners winning the league.One Arsenal fan tweeted: “Tottenham doing their end of season lap of honour despite still having one home game left tells you everything you need to know.”They’re not even counting Manchester City as a game left.”Most read in FootballAnother commented: “Lmaooo is this your last home game of the season??”A third wrote: “Don’t you have City on Tuesday? Your season is not over?”Fans ‘have to do a double take’ as Premier League laugh at video of Arsenal’s ‘blatant attempt of cheating’ This one said: “You’ve got another home game, no?”And that one wondered: “You have a home game against City next week??”However, clubs do sometimes choose to perform their traditional laps of honour during the final weekend home match of the season so more families can get involved and see their heroes.Nevertheless, Mikel Arteta’s side will need a gift from their rivals this coming week in their bid to win their first title since the Invincibles’ triumph in 2004.This comes after Arsenal fans went into total meltdown after seeing Fulham stars flying a kite in their training ground before their game with City that saw Guardiola’s side winning 4-0 at Craven Cottage.The Gunners host Everton in their final game while Tottenham visit Sheffield United. More

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      Forgotten Tottenham star lined up for transfer exit as club want DOUBLE what they paid despite him playing just 244 mins

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      ITALIAN side Napoli want to sign Spurs’ forgotten centre-half Radu Dragusin.The Serie A club were after the Romanian defender, 22, before his £21.5million move to Tottenham in the January window and will try again.Napoli want to sign Radu DragusinCredit: GettySpurs do not want to sell yet but would ask as much as £40m.He is concerned about his future and Napoli would appeal as they could offer first-team football.Dragusin has played just 244 minutes for Spurs since his January move, with Mickey van de Ven and Cristian Romero ahead of him in the pecking order.That has led his agent Florin Manea to criticise Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou, suggesting Dragusin could solve their defensive woes.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe said: “The coach said many times he does not want to play with a three-man defence, evidently he knows best.“But Tottenham concede a ton of goals. Playing with three gives more security.“I also think Tottenham concede a lot of goals from set plays, so Dragusin would be very helpful due to his power in the air.“He used to win all the headers at Genoa.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDragusin’s agent then went one further by warning he might have to find a new club for the defender if he is not given game time.Manea continued: “I can say that if Postecoglou told Dragusin that he is only considered an alternative to the other centre-backs, then he would not stay just to sit on the bench.“If he doesn’t play, then we have to think about other solutions.”’Come on mate, want me to write you a dossier’ – Postecoglou fumes in live TV interview when asked about Tottenham loss More

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      Saudi side Al-Hilal plan shock transfer swoop for Tottenham star who could have already played final game for the club

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      AL-HILAL are reportedly planning a shock transfer swoop for Richarlison.The Saudi side were previously linked with the Tottenham forward back in January.Al-Hilal are planning a summer transfer swoop for RicharlisonCredit: EPAAnge Postecoglou is planning to overhaul his Tottenham squad for next seasonCredit: EPARicharlison may have already played his final match for the club as Ange Postecoglou plans a summer overhaul of his squad.The Brazilian is not expected to play again this season due to a calf injury.He was left out of Brazil’s squad for the Copa America as a result of the setback.According to the Daily Mail, Richarlison could secure a move away from North London this summer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAl-Hilal are planning a move after previously making enquiries in January following Neymar’s season-ending knee injury.They are yet to make a formal approach, though, but are confident a deal can be completed, the report adds.Richarlison’s calf injury follows knee and groin issues earlier this season which have caused him to miss almost two months of the campaign already.The 27-year-old is now unlikely to feature in Spurs’ final three matches this term.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPostecoglou’s side face clashes against Burnley, Manchester City and Sheffield United as they look to keep their feint top four hopes alive.Spurs currently trail Aston Villa by seven points in the race to secure the final Champions League berth.The Sun’s Sandra Brobbey and Emillia Hawkins preview the Women’s FA Cup final between Man United and TottenhamRicharlison, who signed for Spurs from Everton in 2022, has three years remaining on his current contract.The forward has scored 11 goals and provided four assists in 28 league appearances this term.Club captain Son Heung-min is the only player to score more for the club during Postecoglou’s first season in charge.Richarlison’s tally includes a goal and assist off the bench in last weekend’s defeat at Liverpool. More

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      Former £30m-rated Premier League star reveals Tottenham transfer collapsed after ‘unacceptable’ offer

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      FORMER Premier League star Saido Berahino has claimed his transfer to Tottenham fell through after the club made an “unacceptable” offer for him.Spurs were desperate to sign Berahino, 30, after he burst on to the scene for West Brom.Berahino claims Spurs wanted to sign himCredit: GettyHe admits West Brom wanted big money for him – which he claims Daniel Levy wanted to pay in installmentsCredit: RexThe former England U21 international had a stunning season for the Baggies in the 2014-15 Premier League campaign when he scored 20 league goals at the age of 21.After the failed signing of Roberto Soldado, Spurs saw Berahino as the future of their front line and offered West Brom £22million.That offer was rejected as West Brom held out for £30m, and Spurs went on to sign Heung-Min Son instead.Berahino’s form never recovered from there, with him scoring just seven goals the season after that.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBy the 2016-17 season, Berahinho went the entirety of that campaign without scoring.On Wednesday, Berahino hosted a Q&A about his career on X.It saw fans ask if he would join Wrexham and why things didn’t work out for him at Stoke.And it also saw one fan ask why he didn’t make the move to Spurs in August 2015.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBerahino said: “Right spurs payments was unacceptable and West Brom wanted 30mill. But levy would pay 1.5mill and the rest In instalment 😂😂.”Berahino would eventually move to Stoke City in a £15m deal in 2017, but failed to make an impact – scoring just five goals in 56 appearances.Where are they now: The unusual careers of former footballersFrom there, his career reached journeyman status, with Berahino playing in the Belgian league and at Sheffield Wednesday.He currently plies his trade for AEL Limassol in Cyprus. More

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      Ange Postecoglou ‘happy to disappoint’ King Charles as Tottenham boss looks to beat his favourite Premier League team

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      ANGE POSTECOGLOU joked he would be “happy to disappoint” King Charles by leading Spurs to victory over Burnley tomorrow.That came after the Spurs boss was a guest at Buckingham Palace earlier this week.Journalist with Bauer Media James Gould and Ange Postecoglou at Buckingham PalaceCredit: X / jamesgould23King Charles declared he was a Burnley fan during a charity visit in 2012Credit: News Group Newspapers LtdIn today’s pre-game press conference, he was reminded that the King swore his allegiance to Burnley in 2012.When asked if he was ready to disappoint the monarch, Postecoglou joked: “That’s probably why they kept him away from me, mate.”I’ll be happy to disappoint him on that front mate. Not a problem.”It comes after Postecoglou visited the Palace on Wednesday as a guest of the Australian government.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe was joined by joined by Aussie compatriots Scott Munn, Spurs’ chief operating officer, first-team coach Mile Jedinak and Charlotte Grant of the women’s team.The guests did not meet the Royals during the visit, however.Of more pressing concern for the Spurs boss is a need to correct an alarming run of form for his side.Postecoglou set an unwanted record of four losses on the bounce after last weekend’s 4-2 defeat to Liverpool – a feat that hasn’t happened at Tottenham for 20 years.Most read in FootballThe Royals were hosting invitees of the Australian governmentCredit: PACASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThose losses have come to Newcastle, Arsenal, Chelsea and the aforementioned Liverpool – and Burnley should offer a chance for some reprieve.The Clarets are currently 19th in the table and victory for Spurs would relegate Vincent Kompany’s side.The Sun’s Sandra Brobbey and Emillia Hawkins preview the Women’s FA Cup final between Man United and TottenhamSpurs’ loss of form has them looking more so over their shoulder than ahead to fourth place now, and three points would help them keep the resurgent Newcastle and Chelsea at bay.Who do the Royals support?Ange Postecoglou said he was “ready to disappoint
      Prince William – Aston Villa Prince William is a well known Aston Villa fan and a regular attendee at their games. He’s friends with former Villa hero John Carew and is often spotted with him at Villa Park. He said he chose Villa as he didn’t want to be like his friends, who gravitated towards Arsenal.
      King Charles – Burnley While Charles has never been a vocal football fan, he came to support Burnley after a visit to Turf Moor in 2012. He said he came to develop a soft spot for the club after his charity worked in the local area.
      Prince George – Aston Villa The Prince looks to be following in his father’s footsteps as a Villa fan. The pair have been spotted at Villa games throughout the season as the club push for Champions League football.
      Princess Kate – Chelsea While she has never confirmed herself that she is a Blues fan, Kate is said to support Chelsea. That came from a charity visit in the area in 2015. One of the children at the event said: “We high-fived because she supports Chelsea and I support Chelsea. I love people who support Chelsea.”
      Prince Harry – Arsenal Prince Harry revealed he was an Arsenal fan in 2017. His allegiance was shared when he was visiting the England rugby team and was asked by a fan who the royal supported. More

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      Fans say Harry Kane is ‘officially cursed’ as Bayern Munich end season trophyless for first time in 12 YEARS

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      FANS have declared that Harry Kane is “officially cursed” after Bayern Munich ended their season trophyless for the first time in 12 YEARS.England captain Kane joined the German giants last summer in a £104million transfer from Tottenham.Fans have declared the Harry Kane ‘curse’ is realCredit: GettyHowever, despite Kane having another impressive individual season which has seen him score 44 goals and add 12 assists in all competitions, he has still been unable to end his trophyless run.Kane, 30, tasted defeat in his first game for the Bavarians as they lost to RB Leipzig in the DFL-Supercup.There was more woe for the team in the DFB-Pokal in November as Bayern were stunned by third-division minnows Saarbrücken – who went on to make the semi-final.Since then Bayer Leverkusen, who had previously never won the Bundesliga, claimed the title with matches to spare.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd that came despite one of Kane’s team-mates, Kingsley Coman, previously having his own omen of winning the league title every year since 2013 with Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus and Bayern.That left the Champions League as the last chance for Kane to get his hands on some silverware. A penalty from Kane in the first leg helped Bayern to a 2-2 draw against Real Madrid.The second leg saw Kane and Co under the cosh for some time before Alphonso Davies lashed home an opener for the Gemans in the 68th minute after a brilliant over the top pass from Kane to assist him.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHowever, just two minutes from the end of regulation time and after Kane had been subbed off, Manuel Neuer – who had otherwise been superb across both legs – spilled an easy shot from Vinicius Jr.This allowed super sub Joselu to poke home an equaliser. Watch Antonio Rudiger bring back iconic Chelsea chair celebration in wild scenes after Real Madrid win vs Bayern MunichThen three minutes later the Stoke and Newcastle flop was at it again as he expertly tapped home an Antonio Rudiger cross to send Los Blancos through to the Champions League final at Wembley.During his time at Spurs and with the Three Lions Kane – whose heartbreaking reaction to Real’s goal was caught on camera – has had some near misses.This has included missing out on the Premier League title to Leicester in 2015/16, losing the Champions League in 2019 to Liverpool following a controversial penalty call and losing the Euro 2020 final in the shootout to Italy.Fans could not help but highlight Kane’s so-called “curse” after his elimination confirmed another year without silverware for him.One fan shared a picture of Kane and said: “Bayern Munich are going to go without a trophy for the first time since 2011/12. This man is officially cursed.”A second said: “He is not cursed he IS the curse.”Another said: “Harry Kane tax.”A fourth said: “The Kane curse is so real now.. it’s no longer a joke.. what will he have to do to win a trophy?? I feel bad for him.”Bayern’s 12 year trophy haulHere’s the trophies Bayern Munich have won in every season since their last year barren season in 2011/12.
      2012/13: Bundesliga, German Super Cup, DFB-Pokal, Champions League
      2013/14: Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, Club World Cup, Uefa Super Cup
      2014/15: Bundesliga
      2015/16: Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal
      2016/17: Bundesliga, German Super Cup
      2017/18: Bundesliga, German Super Cup
      2018/19: Bundesliga, German Super Cup
      2019/20: Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, Champions League
      2020/21: Bundesliga, German Super Cup, Club World Cup, Uefa Super Cup
      2021/22: Bundesliga, German Super Cup
      2022/23: Bundesliga, German Super Cup

      A fifth added: “It’s real. It’s damn real.”Kane and co felt they should have had the opportunity to play extra time after Matthijs de Ligt shot the ball into the net in the 12th minute of injury time after an INCORRECT offside call that would have been overturned by VAR.However, since the whistle had already gone before the shot had happened, the referee could not bring the play back to allow the goal.Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel – who fans joked had passed his Manchester United audition amid reports of him going to Old Trafford – described the call as a “disaster” that was “against the rules”.Dutchman De Ligt claimed in his post-match interview the linesman had apologised for “making a mistake”He told beIN Sports: “”This is a shame. The linesman said to me ‘I’m sorry I made a mistake’.”In the end, I’m not the type of person who wants to blame the loss or win on the referee so Madrid deserves to win because they won 2-1.”But I think, if it’s a rule, it’s a rule and that’s the only thing I can say about it.”READ MORE SUN STORIESOn the upside, if Bayern Munich’s last trophyless season is anything to go by, Kane could well be in for a trophy glut next season.And some England fans believe his curse could end at the Euros, joking: “He will get his trophy this summer, it’s coming home.”This one will have stung Kane the most… what’s the German for schadenfreude?, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      OF all the trophies Harry Kane has missed out on, the Bundesliga will have stung the most.
      This was supposed to have been a dead cert. This was nailed-on.
      Bayern Munich had won 11 successive Bundesliga titles, so when the England captain signed for the great Bavarian powerhouse last summer, we all said: “Well, at least he’ll finally win something.”
      Yet on Sunday evening, there were Bayer Leverkusen — known in Germany as ‘Neverkusen’ because they hadn’t previously won the league thanks to several late implosions — cavorting around, 16 points clear, unbeaten in all competitions and confirmed as champions with five games to spare.
      And so the greatest trophy curse in footballing history continues.
      And this one really is freakish because Leverkusen’s story is almost as extraordinary as Leicester City’s miracle title in 2015-16 — the season when Kane won his first Premier League Golden Boot and Tottenham ended up ‘third in a two-horse race’ behind Arsenal.
      Kane is always the runner-up, always the nearly man, always the fall guy, too often a figure of fun for those taking pleasure in the misfortune of others.
      Does anyone know the German word for schadenfreude…?
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