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      Tottenham owner Joe Lewis OPEN to selling club but will demand more than £4BILLION amid Jahm Najafi takeover interest

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      TOTTENHAM’S owners will demand more than £4BILLION after becoming the latest target for a US takeover.American-Iranian businessman Jahm Najafi is heading up a consortium preparing a £3.1bn offer.
      Jahm Najafi, who is interested in buying Tottenham, is a vice-chairman of McLaren Racing and a minority shareholder in NBA side Phoenix SunsCredit: Alamy
      Tottenham owner Joe Lewis, left, seen with club chairman Daniel Levy, could be willing to consider selling up if Najafi bids bigCredit: Reuters
      A formal approach to Spurs’ owner Joe Lewis and chairman Daniel Levy looks set to be made in the coming weeks.
      But it is understood that figure would fall short of the valuation put on the club by billionaire Lewis, who is open to selling.
      Najafi, a minority shareholder in NBA team Phoenix Suns and vice-chairman of McLaren Racing, is chair of MSP Sports Capital which recently showed interest in investing in Everton.
      Spurs are an attractive proposition given their London location and state-of-the-art stadium — which hosts NFL games, major boxing fights and gigs including Beyonce this year.
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      Harry Kane spearheads a team competing in the Champions League but they have not won a trophy since 2008.
      Tottenham last week reported revenue of £444m for the year ending June 2022, up £83m on the previous year as fans returned following the Covid pandemic.
      The Najafi-led offer is set to value Spurs’ at around £2.5bn, adding approximately £610m of the club’s debts.
      MSP and its partners would stump up 70 per cent of the bid with the remaining 30 per cent supplied by backers from the Middle East, including from Abu Dhabi.
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      Tottenham is owned by Lewis’ investment company ENIC.
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      The Bahamas-registered organisation bought a 26 per cent stake in the club from Lord Alan Sugar for £21.9m in 2000 but have since upped their share to 85.5 per cent.
      Ten Premier League clubs are currently owned by Americans following takeovers at Chelsea and Bournemouth last year. More

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      How Bayern Munich could line up with Kane and Rashford as they plot stunning swoop for Tottenham and Man Utd stars

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      BAYERN MUNICH are monitoring Harry Kane and Marcus Rashford ahead of audacious transfer swoops this summer, according to reports.The England duo are two of the most-coveted stars in the Premier League.
      Bayern are after England duo Marcus Rashford and Harry KaneCredit: Getty
      Kane has bagged 17 league goals this season, while red-hot Rashford has netted 12.
      Tottenham and Manchester United will be desperate to keep hold of their respective stars, but Bayern reckon they can prise them away.
      Kane, 29, has 18 months remaining on his Spurs contract.
      The Three Lions skipper is chasing Alan Shearer’s Prem scoring record, but Bayern think they can tempt him to ditch his pursuit to move to the Bundesliga.
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      Rashford, 24, is also only under contract at United until 2024.
      German paper Bild claim that Bayern are “monitoring” Rashford’s situation, and are hoping to pounce if he becomes available.
      Julian Nagelsmann’s side lost star striker Robert Lewandowski to Barcelona last summer, and failed to adequately replace him.
      Former Stoke flop Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting has been filling the role up top, but Kane could serve as a more appropriate Lewandowski replacement.
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      How Bayern could line up next season
      Bayern deployed a 3-4-3 formation against PSG last night in the Champions League.
      But they more regularly take to the field in a 4-2-3-1 system.
      Kane up top and Rashford wide left could be joined in a star-studded attack by Leroy Sane on the right and Jamal Musiala in the No10 position.
      An all-German midfield of Leon Goretzka and Joshua Kimmich could provide an outstanding base for Bayern’s attack to thrive.
      While Dayot Upamecano and Matthijs de Ligt are a rock solid partnership at the back – with Benjamin Pavard and Alphonso Davies providing width at full-back.
      Yann Sommer arrived last month to deputise for Manuel Neuer- although Bayern’s regular No1 should be back from his broken leg suffered in a skiing accident to resume his place next season. More

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      Tottenham set for blockbuster £3BILLION takeover bid from Iranian-American billionaire Jahm Najafi

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      IRANIAN-AMERICAN billionaire Jahm Najafi is reportedly preparing “a blockbuster £3.1bn takeover bid” for Tottenham.That is according to the Financial Times, who state they were informed by “two people with direct knowledge” of the plans. 
      An Iranian-American billionaire is planning ‘a blockbuster £3.1bn takeover bid’ for SpursCredit: Reuters
      Jahm Najafi is leading the group looking to buy the North London clubCredit: Wiki
      Najafi is the chair of MSP Sports Capital and is “working with a consortium of investors to structure the bid”.
      And now he is just “weeks away from formally approaching Spurs owner Joe Lewis and the football club’s chair Daniel Levy” with his offer.
      Najafi’s bid will be structured so that 70 per cent of the purchase price will be put forward by MSP and the partners recruited.
      And the other 30 per cent will be made up by backers from the Middle East, which are allegedly mainly based in Abu Dhabi.
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      The Najafi-led consortium also have an interest in the real estate and development rights available through owning the team, according to one source in the story.
      Najafi, who was previously a minority shareholder in NBA side Phoenix Suns, is looking to become the latest US Premier League club owner after a recent influx.
      A consortium led by US financier Todd Boehly and private equity group Clearlake Capital bought Chelsea last year for around £2.5bn.
      Another investor group, which was led by Bill Foley and included Hollywood star Michael B Jordan, also purchased Bournemouth for £120m.
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      Since moving into their stunning new ground in 2019, the Tottenham Stadium has hosted a number of other large and money-spinning sporting events, including NFL, boxing, rugby as well as music concerts.
      The club reported revenues of £444m in the year that ended June 2022, which was a major increase from the £361m the previous season – although they recorded a £50m net loss.
      News of this potential takeover is certain to excite frustrated supporters, who have regularly protested against chairman Daniel Levy and current owner Joe Lewis.
      Spurs last lifted silverware in 2008 when they won the League Cup despite having the much-sought Antonio Conte as manager and the club’s new record goalscorer Harry Kane in attack.
      Their last league title came way back in 1961 and their current form shows no signs the barren run will end any time soon.
      They are currently fifth in the Premier League, two points behind fourth-placed Newcastle, and face an uphill task to progress in this season’s Champions League.
      They lost 1-0 at AC Milan last night in the first-leg of their last-16 clash.
      The Enic Group currently owns 86.58 per cent of the club and is headed up by billionaire Lewis alongside Levy.
      Fed-up fans have regularly protested against owner Joe Lewis (L) and chairman Daniel LevyCredit: Reuters
      The 2008 League Cup was the last piece of silverware that Spurs liftedCredit: PA:Empics Sport More

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      Tottenham’s Champions League woes grow as key man is BANNED from AC Milan second-leg after 1-0 defeat

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      TOTTENHAM’S Champions League woes have gotten worse after key man Eric Dier was banned for their next game. Antonio Conte’s side were on the end of a 1-0 defeat at the San Siro against AC Milan.
      Eric Dier has been suspended for their next matchCredit: Getty
      Antonio Conte’s side suffered a 1-0 defeat against AC MilanCredit: Getty
      And now an already desperate situation has been exacerbated after Dier was suspended for the second leg.
      Dier picked up a booking for a foul on ex-Arsenal and Chelsea star Olivier Giroud.
      In the 63rd minute the defender got touch tight to Giroud, who wriggled away with the ball before Dier dragged him down to the ground as he tried to keep hold of him.
      The act left Swiss ref Sandro Schaerer with no choice but to brandish a yellow card.
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      Spurs have endured patchy league form in recent weeks and had hoped the Champions League against an out-of-form Milan side would provide some respite.
      But Brahim Diaz put paid to that as he netted inside seven minutes after some superb work from left-back Theo Hernandez.
      Fraser Forster had produced a stunning double save to keep the Italians at bay, but needed more help from his defence as Diaz leapt highest to win a header at point-blank range.
      It would also prove to be the game’s only goal, with Harry Kane denied by the bar and Milan also stopped from adding anymore.
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      The week has gone from bad to worse with midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering an ACL tear.
      Next up, Spurs face the not so pleasant test of a London derby against West Ham on Sunday. More

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      Ryan Sessegnon makes bold changes to his social media after being ruled out for six weeks in latest blow to Tottenham

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      RYAN SESSEGNON has made a bold change to his Instagram account after being ruled out for six weeks by injury.Tottenham boss Antonio Conte, who himself went under the surgeon’s knife this month, has suffered a number of key blows over the past few days.
      Ryan Sessegnon has been sidelined for six weeks with a hamstring injuryCredit: Getty
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      Goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has been sidelined for eight weeks, leaving him with just Fraser Forster as the club’s only senior stopper.
      Rodrigo Bentancur will also miss the rest of the season after suffering an ACL tear against Leicester.
      An MRI scan has confirmed that the Uruguayan midfielder will be out for at least six months.
      That news came just days after Yves Bissouma was ruled out indefinitely after undergoing ankle surgery.
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      With Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg suspended for the Champions League trip to AC Milan tonight, Conte will be left with just Oliver Skipp and Pape Matar Sarr to choose from in the midfield.
      Now Conte and Spurs have been dealt another blow after wing-back Sessegnon suffered a hamstring strain.
      The 22-year-old former Fulham ace, who has enjoyed a loan spell at German side Hoffenheim previously, did the damage in training ahead of Saturday’s 4-1 thrashing at Leicester City.
      Now it has been claimed that he will be out of action for at least six weeks as the North London team’s problems continue to mount.
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      However, after the news broke, fans were quick to spot today that Sessegnon had deleted all of his previous posts from his Instagram account.
      His profile picture has also been removed, leaving just a black circle in its place.

      Even more bizarrely, the ace has NOT done the same on his Twitter account, which still looks exactly the same.
      He is not the first player to do this on Instagram in recent times.
      Manchester United supporters were left baffled after Jadon Sancho wiped out his account back in November. More

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      Tottenham should target transfer for unwanted Chelsea flop who could ‘solve all of their problems’ claims Spurs legend

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      TOTTENHAM legend Rafael van der Vaart has claimed signing Hakim Ziyech from Chelsea could solve all of Spurs problems. The Dutchman joined the north London side in 2010 and spent two years at the club making 77 appearances and scoring 28 goals.
      Rafael van der Vaart celebrates scoring for Tottenham during a Premier League match.Credit: Getty
      Van der Vaart at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before Spurs game against Aston Villa in 2021.Credit: Getty
      The attacking midfielder was speaking exclusively to Ladbrokes :Fanzone as Spurs gear up for the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie against AC Milan.
      The former Tottenham man said: “They’re missing something in that number 10 area, and I think the answer is Hakim Ziyech.”

      He continued: “He’s not happy at Chelsea, and I’m a big fan of his.
      “If Tottenham were to bring him in, their problems are solved; I really don’t think they need much more.”
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      Ziyech nearly joined PSG on deadline day in January but that move fell through at the last minute due to a paperwork blunder.
      The Moroccan only has one assist and hasn’t scored in 12 Premier League appearances for Chelsea this season although just five of those have been starts.
      It remains to be seen if Chelsea would consider selling to a rival.
      Van der Vaart was part of the Tottenham side that famously won 1-0 in the San Siro and knocked the Italians out over two legs during the 2010/2011 season thanks to go a goal from Peter Crouch.
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      The former Dutch international has fond memories of that night especially the scrap between Joe Jordan and Gennaro Gattuso.
      He told Ladbrokes: Fanzone: ” “I had a great view of the incident everyone remembers from that game in Milan.
      “That was the moment I think of whenever anyone mentions that game, of course.
      “Gennaro Gattuso, the little b******, the animal on the pitch, kicking and pushing people around.”
      The Tottenham legend added: “Honestly, I got goosebumps that night just watching how Joe handled that whole incident.
      “Harry Redknapp said at the time there’d only have been one winner if those two kicked off with each other, and I agree 100%.
      “I’d have put all the money I had on Joe Jordan. He was so ready for it.”
      Van der Vaart thinks his former side should be beating AC Milan.
      He said: “Tottenham are better than AC Milan; they really need to win this game.
      “I think it’s a really good draw for them in the Last 16. They shouldn’t fear this Milan team; Tottenham are favourites surely! I think it’ll be a draw in the first leg, though. Let’s go with 2-2.”
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      KSI and Logan Paul take hilarious swipe at Tottenham with X-rated chant as huge crowds gather in Sydney

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      ARSENAL fan KSI and fellow YouTube star Logan Paul took a hilarious swipe at Tottenham with an X-rated chant with huge crowds gathering in Sydney. KSI and his old rival-turned business partner, Paul, were in Australia to promote their energy drink Prime.
      KSI and Logan Paul’s appearance on the Today show in Sydney saw the Brit lead an X-rated anti-Tottenham chantCredit: Getty
      KSI and Paul have a deal with Arsenal where their Prime drink is sold at the EmiratesCredit: Arsenal
      The larger than life duo appeared on the Today show  – their only breakfast TV appearance in the country.
      Over a thousand fans gathered outside the studio hoping to catch a glimpse of the YouTube icons.
      And at one point in the broadcast, their wish was granted as the Today anchors interviewed Paul and KSI on a balcony overlooking the crowd.
      KSI took a megaphone and proceeded to lead the famous X-rated Arsenal chant of, “What do we think of Tottenham?”.
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      The crowd followed along and answered the Brit’s question, calling Spurs “s***”.
      Prime is also sold at Arsenal’s home, the Emirates, enhancing KSI and Paul’s rivalry with fellow North Londoners Spurs.
      Things turned nasty, though, as Today show host Karl Stefanovic was pelted with an egg on the balcony.
      And despite police and extra security being called in to help control the crowd, things got out of control.
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      The Daily Telegraph report that a security guard tasked with helping control the crowd was thrown to the ground after getting caught behind a stone barricade and was seen wincing in pain.
      Fans who had been promised free bottles of Prime energy drink were also injured in the push towards the barricade. More

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      Man Utd legend Nemanja Vidic applies for surprise new job as he spends time at Tottenham

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Nemanja Vidic has applied for a surprise new job after spending time at three London clubs, including top-four rivals Tottenham and Chelsea.Vidic, 41, is back in England on a Uefa course and spent time with Brentford, Chelsea and Tottenham.
      Nemanja Vidic is eyeing the presidency position in the Football Association of SerbiaCredit: Getty
      The ex-United captain was at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium continuing his studies for the Executive Master for International Players run by Uefa.
      Joining him was Germany World Cup winners such as Sami Khedira, Benedikt Howedes and Renate Lingor.
      Emile Heskey, Nigel de Jong, Demba Ba, Hamit Altintop, Sebastian Prodl and Paul Scharner were also present.
      All want to learn skills that would allow them to fit into life in the boardroom, and Vidic is eyeing the presidency position in the Football Association of Serbia, according to The Times.
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      The former Serbia captain has the support of many fans as well as old team-mates such as Nemanja Matic.
      Vidic said: “It is the reason why am I here.
      “I understand the football field. I did a course with the English FA and finished my Pro Licence at St George’s.
      “Why I am here is to learn about commercial, finance, communication and marketing — which I understood because I was playing for United but we go really deep into it now.”
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      The legendary defender continued: “In Serbia, the problem is we are staying too much back.
      “We didn’t go forward in terms of digitalization, professionalisation and transparency. Serbia is late. We have a lot of talents.
      “We have clever people but we just need someone who’s going to point the direction and give a chance to the young generation. This is the world of the young.
      “Me coming back is saying I like to be in Serbia. I love Serbia. I’m in my best age and I want to help, if I can, the Serbian community or Serbian football.
      “This education here helps me to have knowledge and contacts that I can use to help Serbia football in any way.” More