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    Man Utd legend’s son joins club in the seventh tier for the rest of the season as he leaves Premier League side

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    RIO FERDINAND’s son, Lorenz, has joined Havant and Waterlooville for the rest of the season.The 18-year-old has joined the seventh-tier – Southern League Premier Division South – side on work experience from Premier League outfit Brighton.Lorenz Ferdinand has signed for seventh-tier side Havant and WaterloovilleCredit: HAVANT AND WATERLOOVILLEHe has headed there for work experience from BrightonCredit: instagram @lorenz.ferdinandHe is the eldest son of Rio FerdinandCredit: RexFerdinand is a goalkeeper unlike his father, who was a record-breaking defender for the likes of Leeds and Manchester United in his playing days.A club statement from the Hawks said: “Havant and Waterlooville Football Club are thrilled to announce that, goalkeeper, Lorenz Ferdinand has joined on work experience from Premier League outfit Brighton & Hove Albion for the remainder of the Season!”Ferdinand, 18, came through the set-up at Brighton & Hove Albion where he now continues to refine his trade in their Under-21’s set-up.”Lorenz links up with Shaun North’s side for the run-in as the push towards the end of the season continues!READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”We welcome Lorenz to the Hawks and look forward to seeing him in action very soon.”Six-time Premier League winner Ferdinand is the dad of five children, with his eldest Lorenz following in his father’s footsteps to try and become a footballer.In 2023 Lorenz signed a management deal with agency New Era Global Sports.Ferdinand Snr. posted on Instagram: “Our eldest is on his own journey in football.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford”Another nice moment signing with @neweraglobalsports , well earned through hard work & dedication.”It’s a long road full of ups and downs, so the right & professional support is required – so step forward @neweraglobalsports. Love you Lorenz.”I told Rio Ferdinand to tell Sir Alex Ferguson to f*** off and the Man Utd legend’s reaction was pricelessLorenz has appeared once for the Seagulls in PL2 this season, playing four minutes in a 4-2 win over Southampton and conceding once during his time on the pitch. More

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      Harry Kane leaves fans stunned as he shows off his German in video – and it could be a major hint over transfer future

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      HARRY KANE might have just dropped a massive hint over his future amid rumours that the Bayern Munich star is contemplating a return to the Premier League.Kane, 31, left fans stunned after a video circulating online showed him grafting away at learning German.Harry Kane has been learning German while at Bayern MunichCredit: XKane has been linked with a return to the Premier League after continuing his goalscoring success in GermanyCredit: GettyThe England captain joined Bayern Munich in the summer of 2023, calling time on his 13-year tenure at Tottenham.And after one and a half seasons in Bavaria, Kane is still working hard to learn the language.A video circulating online shows the prolific bagsman answering questions about training, meetings and Bayern Munich in German.Fans who have caught wind of the clip are convinced that it’s a major hint that Kane has no plans to leave Germany any time soon.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne wrote: “And there are rumours that he wants to return to England in the summer. You can probably tick that one off for good!”While another added: “Hasn’t there been stories that he wants to go to Liverpool because Mohamed Salah is leaving? Hahaha!”And a third commented: “Kane has settled really nicely in Bavaria, is learning German, is competing for trophies and is a true #Bundesliga superstar. Why would he rush back?”Kane has been in the goalscoring form of his life since moving to the Bundesliga, scoring 76 goals and registering 23 assists in 82 appearances for Bayern Munich.Most read in FootballKane’s German lessonHere’s a little look at what Kane was saying during his German lesson..Q: Why were you not in training?Kane answer: “Because I was ill”Q: Why did you cancel the interview?Kane answer: “Because I am tired”Q: Why do you live in Munich?Kane answer: “Because I play for Bayern Munich”CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut the superstar has been tipped to return to England with rumours of a release clause in his contract and the looming temptation of trying to break Alan Shearer’s all-time Premier League top goalscoring record.In fact, it’s Shearer himself that has suggested Kane should join league leaders Liverpool to cement a legacy in the the English top flight.Harry Kane scores from a distance in Bayern Munich training The Newcastle legend told Betfair: “Liverpool will be looking for a centre-forward in the summer, I don’t doubt that and Harry Kane would be a great option for them because of the size of the club and he’ll score goals.”Whether Harry decides to stay in Germany or he decides to come back to the Premier League, he’ll have options.”I’ve always said that if he comes back to the Premier League then he’ll have a really, really good chance of breaking my record. I’m a huge admirer of him.”Kane, who cost Bayern Munich £104m, is thought to have a release clause in his deal with the club.Reports suggest that Kane could have triggered a clause in his current contract this winter that would have allowed him to leave the Allianz Arena for a fee of around £67m in the summer.While it’s also said that the striker will have the option to activate the clause again next winter, this time allowing him to leave in the summer of 2026 for just £54m.For now, Kane is still tied down with Bayern Munich until 2027.Alan Shearer has tipped Kane to join LiverpoolCredit: Getty More

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      ‘Much more advanced’ – Major update on Mo Salah’s Liverpool future revealed with link to Trent Alexander-Arnold decision

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      MOHAMED SALAH is edging closer to sorting out his future after entering “advanced” negotiations, according to reports.Salah, 32, has had contract talk and transfer rumours swirling around him all season with his Liverpool contract expiring in the summer.Mohamed Salah is said to be in advanced negotiations with Liverpool over a new dealCredit: GettyIt comes after reports indicated Trent Alexander-Arnold was set to leave the clubCredit: GettyThe Egyptian King, along with Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold were the three high-profile stars on course to leave the club. However, following reports this week that Alexander-Arnold has all-but agreed terms on a move to Real Madrid, Salah’s future has taken a fresh twist.According to a report by Egyptian outlet Masrawy, Salah’s agent has now entered serious negotiations to extend the attacker’s Anfield stay.A source told the site: “Liverpool’s management has opened negotiations with Rami Abbas, Mohamed Salah’s agent, to renew the Egyptian star’s contract with Liverpool for the time being.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Negotiations between Liverpool and Rami Abbas, Salah’s agent, are much more advanced this time than ever before, and the offer presented is higher than any offer made to the player before.”But this shift in stance from Liverpool, who were previously unwilling to meet Salah’s contract demands, has only come following Alexander-Arnold’s fate heading away from the club.The report adds: “Alexander-Arnold’s imminent departure from Liverpool will be a major factor in Salah’s contract renewal, following the reduction of the club’s high salaries, allowing the Egyptian star to be given what he desires in his new contract with the Reds.”According to Capology, the Englishman currently earns £180,000 per week, while Salah earns £350,000.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSalah is the club’s highest earner at present, while 26-year-old Alexander-Arnold is third in the rankings behind the winger and Van Dijk, who himself earns £220,000 per week.Alexander-Arnold’s new wages in the Spanish capital will reportedly see him earn £240,000 a week.Trent Alexander-Arnold has agreed terms on a move to Real Madrid this summer, according to reports With his expected move Alexander-Arnold will become only the seventh Englishman to play for Real Madrid, adding his name to a list including the likes of ex-Reds Steve Macmanaman and Michael Owen.However, Liverpool could still land a fee for the defender after a new transfer window was agreed to allow clubs to sign and sell players ahead of the Club World Cup, which Real are competing in.Los Blancos are willing to stump up a fee, understood to be around £5million, to sign him on June 1 so he can join England team-mate Jude Bellingham on the plane for the US-hosted tournament.Liverpool fans have not taken the news of the homegrown star’s expected end-of-season departure well, and he will return after the international break to the cauldron of Anfield during a hotly contested Merseyside derby. More

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      Liverpool ‘could hijack Man City transfer for £50m star’ as replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold

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      LIVERPOOL face a £50million transfer duel with Manchester City as they battle to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold.TAA appears certain to join Real Madrid this summer on a five-year deal worth £240,000 a week.Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to join Real this summerCredit: GettyAnd the Reds are looking abroad in their hunt to find a new right-back.Italian outlet La Gazzetta dello Sport reckon Juventus star Andrea Cambiaso is high up Liverpool’s wishlist.The 13-cap Italian reportedly came close to a big-money switch to Pep Guardiola’s City in the January transfer window.And there’s now an extra reason why Cambiaso, 25, is tipped to spark huge interest at the end of the season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLJuventus sacked Brazil-born manager Thiago Motta and his staff this week.In total, it’s understood the Serie A giants will have to pay them 15million euros (£12.5m) in compensation.That means Juve might need to find £25m by the end of June to meet all their financial targets.And they know ex-Genoa ace Cambiaso could raise twice that sum.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKMan City were reportedly close to signing Andrea CambiasoCredit: GettyThe Old Lady brought in former Lazio manager Igor Tudor to succeed Motta, albeit just for the remaining nine games this term.So Juve are likely to delay any major decision on outgoing players until the summer.’Reminded me of Gerrard at Liverpool’ – Cole Palmer told he needs to LEAVE Chelsea and has outgrown the club alreadyCambiaso has been one of their brightest lights this season as they sit a mediocre fifth in the Italian top flight.Similar to Alexander-Arnold, he can operate both on the right of a four-man defence or as a wing-back.After joining Juve in July 2022, Cambiaso is enjoying his best campaign yet. More

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      Chelsea send chief scout to watch explosive Colombia wonderkid with controversial trick ahead of transfer window

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      A SENIOR Chelsea scout witnessed an incredible moment during a spying mission to assess a top South American target in Colombia last night.The Blues’ official was in Bogota to track the progress of teenage forward Neyser Villarreal, who sparked chaos in a derby clash against Santa Fe by standing on the ball.Chelsea are keeping tabs on Millonarios wonderkid Neyser VillarrealCredit: ConmebolVillarreal sparked chaos in a derby clash against Santa Fe by standing on the ballCredit: XThat led to a brawl while Chelsea’s chief scout was watching from the standsCredit: XThe 19-year-old winger was immediately booked by the referee for showboating as tensions between the two rival clubs flared on the pitch and in the stands.Villarreal was the standout player for Colombia’s team at this year’s South American Under-20 championships, where he finished as the tournament’s top scorer with eight goals and four assists.But the Millonarios starlet is no stranger to controversy in his short professional career, having missed training with his club after being inundated with offers to move overseas last month.Porto, Inter Miami and Watford are all keen to sign the talented attacker, who can play in any position across the frontline and has a contract that is currently set to expire later this year.Read More on ChelseaBut now Chelsea have stepped up their interest in Villarreal by sending their top scout in the region all the way from Sao Paulo to Bogota to check up on him.Stamford Bridge is already home to a huge contingent of South American stars and many more have been signed by the Blues and farmed out for experience elsewhere.That number includes Colombian U20 teammate Oscar Perea, who was signed by BlueCo-owned Strasbourg last summer.Villarreal’s ceiling appears to be higher as he caught the eye with his dynamic dribbling and shooting at the South American Under-20 championships.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHis ability to maneuver in tight spaces often saw him draw the attention of multiple defenders, but he easily beat opponents in one-on-one situations with body feints and quick changes of direction.His pace made him a constant threat when Colombia counterattacked and he proved adept at instigating one-twos to break defensive lines around congested penalty areas.Ben Chilwell opens up on being bombed out by Chelsea before Crystal Palace lifelineScouts noted his explosive acceleration made it look like he had an extra gear while the power and accuracy on his shots was also impressive.The teenager may need to work on the consistency of his final ball, but he demonstrated a variety of driven and floated crosses during the tournament as well as some astute decision making in the final third.Although naturally stronger shooting with his right foot, Villarreal showed a tendency to cut inside from the right and attempt curling left-footed shots towards the far post, which showed room for improvement. More

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      Harry Kane tipped for stunning Liverpool transfer by Premier League legend just two years after Tottenham exit

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      HARRY KANE has been tipped to join Liverpool by Alan Shearer.The striker left the Premier League in the summer of 2023 in search of silverware.Harry Kane has been tipped to join LiverpoolCredit: RexAlan Shearer believes a move to Anfield could appeal to the England captainCredit: GettyHe has so far been unable to find it at Bayern Munich, although the German giants are on course to win the Bundesliga and are still in the Champions League.Kane is still finding the net regularly, netting in both of England’s latest World Cup qualifiers, and Shearer believes Liverpool could make a move for the Three Lions captain.The Reds are in danger of losing key goalscorer Mo Salah when his contract expires in the summer and they could want a big name through the door amid speculation Trent Alexander-Arnold has agreed a move to Real Madrid.Shearer thinks Kane would be a good fit at Anfield and could be lured by the size of the club and the opportunity to break the Prem goal record, which Shearer holds with 260.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe pundit told Betfair: “Liverpool will be looking for a centre-forward in the summer, I don’t doubt that and Harry Kane would be a great option for them because of the size of the club and he’ll score goals.”Whether Harry decides to stay in Germany or he decides to come back to the Premier League, he’ll have options.”I’ve always said that if he comes back to the Premier League then he’ll have a really, really good chance of breaking my record. I’m a huge admirer of him.”Kane was signed for £104million by Bayern but he reportedly has a clause in his contract which means he could be available on the cheap.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSTop five Premier League goalscorersAlan Shearer – 260Harry Kane – 213Wayne Rooney – 208Andy Cole – 187Sergio Aguero – 184= Mo Salah – 184The 31-year-old could have triggered the clause in the winter transfer window.That would have reportedly allowed him to leave Bayern for around £67m in the summer.Trent Alexander-Arnold has agreed terms on a move to Real Madrid this summer, according to reports That deadline has now passed but the release clause, which is not common in the Bundesliga, will be valid again next winter.If Kane triggers it next January, he could move to another club for just £54m in under 18 months’ time in the summer of 2026. More

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      Newcastle target Jarell Quansah in £30million transfer raid on Liverpool to kickstart summer spree

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      NEWCASTLE UNITED are targeting a summer move for Jarell Quansah as they look to take the next step in their development following their Carabao Cup success.Magpies chiefs are reportedly keen on signing Quansah to boost their right centre-back position following failed bids for Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi in the summer.Newcastle United are interested in signing Jarell Quansah from LiverpoolCredit: RexThat’s according to The Times, who claim that Newcastle believe a bid of £30million plus add-ons would be enough to tempt Liverpool into selling the 22-year-old.Quansah has struggled to nail down a starting position with Liverpool this season, playing from the off just twice in the Premier League.And Newcastle are thought to believe that the prospect of more regular minutes in the North East could convince Quansah to jump ship.It’s claimed that Newcastle were interested in Quansah last summer too, enquiring about the defender during negotiations with Liverpool over a possible departure for Anthony Gordon.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Times claim that Newcastle were willing to pay north of £50m for Quansah last summer.Quansah, who has risen through the academy ranks with Liverpool, has made 55 first-team appearances for The Reds since his debut in August 2023.While he has recently been considered for the England national team with three callups in the last 12 months, but is yet to earn his first cap.Quansah still has four years left on his deal at Anfield, which he only penned in October of last year.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSLiverpool already look set to lose one star defender, after it emerged this week that Trent Alexander-Arnold is on the brink of sealing his free transfer to Spanish giants Real Madrid.Newcastle are preparing for an important transfer window following their first major trophy in 70 years.Fans convinced Frimpong will join Liverpool after spotting his Holland camp antics Eddie Howe’s side are expected to be more active this summer after needing to carefully tread the line of Profit and Sustainability over the past three transfer windows.In that time, the Magpies have sold significantly more than they have bought in as they tried to avoid breaching PSR and being slapped with a points deduction.Should Newcastle finish in the Champions League places it will only strengthen their position heading into the summer window.Alongside a right-sided centre-back, the Tyneside club are understood to be keen on signing a right-sided forward and a goalkeeper in the upcoming window.It’s thought that Newcastle are confident of keeping hold of their best players too, despite swirling rumours around an exit for star man Alexander Isak.Isak, who has scored 19 goals in 25 Prem games this season, has been linked with a spectacular £150MILLION move to one of Arsenal or Liverpool.But the Toon are keen to keep hold of their man and are reportedly trying to tie him down to a lucrative new deal.Speaking to Swedish media during the international break, Isak said: “There’s not much to say, really. I’ve commented on my situation and my security in Newcastle several times.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’s been written how much I love the city and the club, how well I feel there. I’m not thinking about the future.“I just want to perform for Newcastle. Now we won the cup, but we want to finish strong and reach the Champions League games. That’s where my focus lies.”Newcastle are determined to hold onto Alexander IsakCredit: Getty More

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      ‘I’d advise him not to go’ – Liam Delap warned to pick next club carefully by Prem icon with Man Utd and Chelsea linked

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      HARRY KANE’S heir Liam Delap has been warned: Choose your next club carefully.Delap will be a summer target for top-flight giants, regardless of whether he is able to help Ipswich pull off a great escape.Liam Delap has been warned to pick his next club correctlyCredit: GettyThe Ipswich striker has been linked with some of England’s biggest clubsCredit: GettyJimmy Floyd Hasselbaink knows from working as a strikers coach under ex-England boss Gareth Southgate how few No 9s there are in the domestic game —  and why £50million-rated Delap catches the eye.But the ex-hitman told SunSport: “With Delap, I know big clubs are looking at him.“Ipswich look like they are going down. He needs to stay in the Premier League.“If he’s playing in a more established Premier League team, what can he deliver?Read More in Football“It’s important that he plays. If he’s going to be second choice — if I’m his agent, I’d advise him not to go.”Hasselbaink, 52, scored 127 Prem goals for Leeds, Chelsea, Middlesbrough and Charlton.The Dutchman’s career in this country overlapped with a number of English centre-forwards — Alan Shearer, Wayne Rooney, Andrew Cole, Jermain Defoe, Michael Owen and Les Ferdinand.But English No 9s are a dying breed. Under-21 ace Delap was bubbling  with enthusiasm after training with Three Lions captain Harry Kane for the first time last week.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSDelap has been tipped to eventually replace Harry Kane in the England set-up when the Bayern striker retiresCredit: GettyBetween Delap, 22, and Kane, 31, there are not a lot of international-level English centre-forwards.New Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel picked Dominic Solanke and Marcus Rashford, both 27, ahead of Delap, with 29-year-old Ollie Watkins injured.Ben Chilwell opens up on being bombed out by Chelsea before Crystal Palace lifelineHasselbaink rates Watkins and Solanke highly.But he told Gambling Zone: “They need to show consistency to put pressure on Harry Kane.“Kane needs to feel his place can be taken. That is healthy.”Delap is the third highest-scoring English-man in the Prem, with ten, behind Cole Palmer (14) and Watkins (13).Kevin Betsy was Delap’s head coach for four years with England’s youth teams.During Betsy’s time at the FA, it was recognised that English football was not producing as many centre-forwards as before and he  conducted his own study into the issue.Betsy recognised aspects of the academy system were hampering the  emergence of more strikers like Delap.Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink claims Delap must stay in the Prem if Ipswich get relegatedCredit: PAFirst, there was a broader backlash against early developers like Delap, who dominated in youth football.Some coaches — in their determination to give smaller, more technical, youngsters the chance to blossom later — went too far the other way.Betsy, now a first-team coach at QPR, said “The result was a lot of No 10s were created, like Phil Foden and Cole Palmer, and not so many No 9s.”Many clubs are now aware of that issue and of the need for more striker-specific coaching.And Hasselbaink said: “The good old-fashioned No 9s are not in fashion.“But because football is always in cycles, they will come back.”READ MORE SUN STORIESUntil they do, players like Delap will attract huge attention — and fees to match.For more, go to gamblingzone.com/uk/the-zone/sports/jimmy-floyd-hasselbaink-exclusive/ More

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      Arsenal target £60m Hugo Ekitike, 22, as transfer alternative to Isak but face battle with Premier League rivals

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      ARSENAL are targeting Eintracht Frankfurt star Hugo Ekitike — as an alternative to Newcastle’s Alexander Isak.Toon hero Isak, 25, is the most sought-after striker in world football and the Gunners may be priced out as the Carabao Cup winners hold out for £150MILLION.Arsenal want to sign Frankfurt striker Hugo EkitikeCredit: AFPAlexander Isak may prove to be too expensive as Newcastle slap a whopping price tag on the SwedeCredit: GettyFrenchman Ekitike, 22, has caught the eye of a number of Prem clubs — who have asked to be kept informed of his potential availability.German side Frankfurt are expected to demand around £60m for a player who boasts 19 goals this season.Ekitike was a target for Newcastle in January 2022 — when the forward rejected a move to St James’ Park — before Magpies chiefs signed Swede Isak in the following summer window.The France Under-21 international, who hit a hat-trick against Lee Carsley’s Young Lions on Friday, has shone in the Bundesliga after joining from Paris Saint-Germain permanently last summer following a loan spell.READ MORE ON ARSENALHe also has eight assists in all competitions for Frankfurt this season.During the 5-3 win over England U21s, Ekitike scored twice from close range — including one back-heeled finish — as well as chipping the ball over keeper James Beadle.Having impressed in the Bundesliga and Europa League, the ex-PSG man is now keen to step up and wants a move to a Champions League club.Ekitike does not have a release clause but is expected to move this summer as a number of teams seek a new No 9.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe striker will have a chance to impress English suitors as Frankfurt face Tottenham in a two-legged Europa League quarter-final on April 10 and 17.Mikel Arteta is in need of a hotshot as Arsenal look set to finish second in the Prem for a THIRD year on the spin.Hugo Ekitike shows off his football skills at Reims training Ekitike has been in fine form for his club and France’s U21sCredit: EPAThe Gunners boss has been left short in attack with injuries after failing to sign a forward in the past two windows.Arsenal have drawn ten Prem games compared to champions-elect Liverpool’s seven and scored 16 fewer goals — 69 to 53 — than the runaway leaders.Arteta has been forced to use midfielder Mikel Merino as an emergency striker with Gabriel Jesus, Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka all sidelined.But Emirates chiefs are likely to face competition from a number of Premier League rivals.Chelsea are desperately looking to add a No 9 to their squad amid Nicolas Jackson’s struggles and injury this season.Manchester United like Ekitike as an upgrade on Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee, too.Sporting star Viktor Gyokeres — another potential Gunners target — is also tipped to be reunited with former boss Ruben Amorim at United.Ten strikers who could be on the move this summerANDREA BERTA begins at Arsenal with a puzzle facing almost all top sporting directors this summer.The Gunners’ incoming transfer guru will be tasked with finding the striker many think can take Mikel Arteta’s side over the line to win a title. But it is not only Berta searching for a new No 9.Mikel Arteta has been forced to play Mikel Merino up front latelyCredit: AlamyPremier League rivals Chelsea, Manchester United and champions-elect Liverpool are on the hunt for a new marksman in a very limited market.Alexander Isak sits at the top of almost everyone’s list but Newcastle are adamant the 25-year-old Swede is going nowhere.That tough stance will be tested if the Toon fall short of Champions League football but the Magpies’ eye-watering £150million valuation looks likely to prevent any deal.Premier League financial rules are partly the reason Isak is still at St James’ Park as even the biggest clubs have to make sure the sums add up before splashing huge fees.The same issue applies to any club looking to bring former Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez back from Atletico Madrid. The Argentinian would cost £100m-plus.Most clubs will have to identify the best alternative to those two.One industry source said: “Isak is the best No 9 in the world on form at the moment but he is too expensive and PSR [Profit and Sustainability Rules] is proving a problem for many clubs.”Eintracht Frankfurt star Hugo Ekitike, Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres and Liam Delap, leading the line for struggling Ipswich, are all being tracked by top clubs ahead of what could be a fine summer if you happen to be a striker keen on a change of scenery.Plenty of clubs are after Viktor Gyokeres of SportingCredit: GettyLiam Delap is likely to be in the Premier League next season… even if Ipswich are notCredit: GettyRB Leipzig hitman Benjamin Sesko looks set for a Prem switch, while Juventus’ Dusan Vlahovic could be considered if other deals fail.All of those looking to move will hope a club has the bottle to spend big on a new leading man.Signing a centre-forward can be a tricky business. West Ham have made a sport out of signing duds up top, burning through 33 of them since 2010.There are not many about, they command the biggest fees and arrive under great pressure.It has become such a tricky practice that managers are often scared to make a wrong step and buy no one, as Arsenal did in January.Managers want to be careful and know a bad signing could result in them being shown the door down the line.But you do not win anything in football through caution and overthinking about adding the right character — prioritising nice lads over lethal finishers.At some point the Gunners, and their rivals, are going to have to take a risk. Especially if they cannot afford the ready-made Isak.While United and Chelsea are in a similar boat to Arsenal when it comes to finding a forward.The Red Devils have bungled their business when it comes to signing No 9s in recent years.Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesNeither Rasmus Hojlund or Joshua Zirkzee were ready to step in as a the one to lead the line and are a cause for embarrassment in the corridors of power at Old Trafford. Their failures make the pressure on the next addition even greater.Ex-Coventry man Gyokeres, another Swedish sensation, at Sporting appears to be a sure thing with six goals in his last four league games.But there remains the risk of signing a player who, despite impressing in the Champions League, is untested in the Premier League.Gyokeres is likely to be high on Ruben Amorim’s wish-list considering he scored 66 goals in 68 games under the United boss.But Sporting will demand north of £60m and given Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s assertion United could have run out of money by Christmas, there is concern they cannot splash significant cash come the summer.Any clubs operating on a budget will have checked out Lille’s Jonathan David, available on a free transfer.While there will be no transfer fee involved, any deal is expected to still cost around £20m once agency fees and a signing-on bonus are taken into account.Chelsea do have the funds to bring a striker in and are monitoring the progress of Tractor Boys talisman Delap as they look for an upgrade on Nicolas Jackson.Their ability to attract the best will hinge on whether Enzo Maresca can get the Blues to the promised land of Champions League qualification.Miss out and they may have to get clever or take a gamble that someone like Frenchman Jean-Philippe Mateta can continue his impressive form for Crystal Palace on a bigger stage.READ MORE SUN STORIESAny ambitious club could look into the possibility of luring England captain Harry Kane back to surpass Alan Shearer’s Premier League 260-goal record, once he has broken that trophy duck with Bayern Munich.Whether it be Berta at Arsenal, the duo of Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart at Stamford Bridge or Jason Wilcox at United, all sporting directors and, more significantly their managers, will be staking their reputation on a striker this summer.Harry Kane knows a thing or two about scoring at the EmiratesCredit: GettyJean-Philippe Mateta has been a revelation under Oliver Glasner at Crystal PalaceCredit: GettyBenjamin Sesko may be on his way to the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty More